Betty L. Baker Betty L. Baker, 70, passed away on October 26, 2007. Survivors include daughter Sandra (Willard) Chitester; son Ray (Eileen) Baker; step-daughter Jennifer Macchiarole; sister Wanda (LeRoy) Cartwright; brothers Lloyd, Robert (Donna), Vince (Lynn), and Ron (Marinita) Russell; grandchildren Jared, Seth, Kayla, Tony, Jonelle, Nicholas, and Allison; special friend Jim Hogue; and numerous nieces, nephews, and dear friends....

Mary Ellen EddlemanMary Ellen Eddleman, 79, passed away October 26, 2007 after an extended illness. She was born July 31, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to Clyde and Dorothy (Dorman) Romesburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry, whom she married May 22, 1948; a son, Richard; and her parents. She is survived by her children, Jarold (JoAnn) Eddleman,...

Alyce L. MarchokWe celebrate with passion an extraordinarily warm and generous woman. Alyce L. Marchok, 70, went on her journey on October 25, 2007, to be reunited with her son, husband, mom, and dad, along with many other family and friends who have preceded her in this journey to a wonderful life with her Lord. She will be greatly missed...

Edward A. RutterEdward A. Rutter, 73, passed away October 24, 2007. Edward was born March 11, 1934 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Kenneth and Faye Rutter. He served in the U.S. Army and was a retired truck driver and member of Teamsters Local 91. Edward attended Trinity Church of the Nazarene and belonged to the Rainmakers Camper Club. In...

Christopher Martin BreyerChristopher Martin Breyer, 35, of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2007. He was born October 15, 1972 in Akron, Ohio. A member of the Class of 1989 from Stow High School and later served in the U.S. Navy. Christopher worked as an aircraft mechanic. He is survived by his father, Martin R. Breyer; maternal parents...

Maggie (Margaret) Sanders DyeMaggie (Margaret) Sanders Dye, 92, of Akron, passed away October 24, 2007. She was born January 5, 1915 in Owenton, Kentucky to the late Clarence & Eurah (Uren) Morgan. Margaret loved her family and was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple where she sang in the Choir, was active in the Senior Citizens group and the...

Carla M. Johnson, age 46, of Akron, Ohio, formerly of Charleston, West Virginia, suddenly went to be with the Lord on Monday, October 15, 2007. Carla was born in Baltimore, Maryland and was preceded in death by her parents, Orlando and Rachel Johnson. Carla attended West Virginia State College where she graduated with a BA in Elementary Education. She was...

Josephine M. Bowers (Jo)Josephine M. Bowers, 83, of Tallmadge, passed away October 23, 2007 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born September 6, 1924 as one of 21 children to the late Angelo & Mary C. (Bianchi) Colello. Josephine was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend who was fun loving and very much a people person who could always...

Douglas Matthew BoydDouglas Matthew Boyd, 44, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, October 20, 2007. He was born May 21, 1963 in Akron, OH. Doug was a graduate of East High School, class of 1981 and worked at S. C. Manufacturing as a machinist for over 4 ½ years. He was a member of Ernest Angley's Grace Cathedral. He...

John L. HenthornJohn L. Henthorn, age 83, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2007 after a short illness. He was born in Spencer, West Virginia, son of the late Ovie and Mary Jane Henthorn. He lived most of his life in Akron and was a retired truck driver and member of Teamsters Local 224. John was preceded in death by...

John Denes John Denes, 71, passed away on October 18, 2007, at Akron City Hospital after a short illness. He was born on April 1, 1936, in Budapest, Hungary, to the late Kalman and Irma Denes. John worked for 14 years for Firestone Tire and Rubber and for over 20 years at Kent State University. He will always be remembered...

Ruth C. AdeyRuth C. Adey, 76, of Springfield Township, passed away October 18, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. She was born April 2, 1931 in Akron, Ohio to the late Rayder & Gladys Crawford. Ruth was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was always the caregiver and enjoyed being at home with her family more than anything. In addition...

Edward R. MillerEdward R. Miller, born October 26, 1924, died peacefully in his sleep on October 15, 2007. Preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Rose and son, Tom Luman. He is survived by his daughters, Mary (Samuel) Bryant, Linda (Mike) Burch, Nancy (John) Graham; sons, Frank (Rita) Luman and Bill Luman; 18 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; brothers, Harry...

Meagan L. RobinsonMeagan L. Robinson, a courageous young lady, who has been fighting cystic fibrosis for 19 years has gone to be with God, leaving her mother, Amy Robinson; father, Rodney Robinson; sister, Jenna Robinson; fianceé, Zackary Zimerla; grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Ridenour; grandfather, Fred Robinson (Fran); grandmother, Sue McCracken; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Meagan enjoyed watching...

HENRY PFEIFER HENRY PFEIFER, 84, DIED FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 IN FT. MYERS, FLORIDA OF NATURAL CAUSES. HE WAS BORN AUGUST 24, 1923 TO THE LATE JACOB AND AUGUSTA PFEIFER. HE IS SURVIVED BY HIS WIFE OF 62 YEARS, BERNECE; DAUGHTER, SANDRA (PFEIFER) ROSER AND HER HUSBAND, KENNETH, OF UNIONTOWN, OHIO; SON, DANIEL PFEIFER AND HIS WIFE, LYNN, OF SOUTH...

Lewis Paul Beck Lewis Paul Beck, age 79, passed away on October 13, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. Born in Monticello, Kentucky, Paul's family moved to Akron in the early 1940's. As a teen, Paul worked many jobs and still found time to become one of the area's best bowlers. He later joined the Air Force for 3 years, serving...

David N. SmithDavid N. Smith, 58, of Springfield Township, passed away October 10, 2007 at his residence. He was born February 18, 1949 in Akron, Ohio and later served in the U.S. Army. David is survived by his mother, Vivian Gage; father, William P. Smith (Merol); sister, Cynda (John) Parsons; brothers, Matt and Rick Smith. A memorial service will be...

Stella Mae DowStella Mae Dow, 81, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on October 9, 2007. Stella was born in Sherwood, TN on May 29, 1926 and moved to Akron in 1947. She worked for Leroy's Jewelers for seventeen years and Lakeshore Jewelers for many years. Stella was a member of Akron Baptist Temple and volunteered at...

Shirley Jean FyeShirley Jean Fye, 61, of Akron, passed away October 8, 2007 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born October 19, 1945 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Russell G. & Edna B. (Boring) Fye. Shirley was a caring, kind, loving person that would help anyone in need. She is survived by her sister, Louise Coffman; brothers, Robert...

Lois M. JonesLois M. Jones, 78, of Akron, passed away October 7, 2007. Lois was born June 21, 1929 to the late Dalton and Loretta Oliver. She was employed by Goodrich for 30 years as a professional secretary. Besides her parents, Lois is also preceded in death by her husband, Edward B. Jones; daughter, Julianne Jones; siblings, Ethel Haenftling, Ann...