Robert L. LowreyRobert L. Lowrey, 56, of Akron, passed away August 19, 2007 after a year long illness that he fought hard. He was born November 22, 1950 in Canton, Ohio. Robert enjoyed grandchildren, motorcycles and gambling at Mountaineer. He was preceded in death by his father, Eugene Lowrey; brother, Rudy Lowrey; nephew, Stephen Lowrey. Robert is survived by his...

Doris E. White (nee Oden)Doris E. White, 78, of Randolph, passed away August 19, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. She was born January 13, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Oscar H. & Nellie A. Oden. Doris was a graduate of East High School Class of 1947. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. In her free time, she...

Bernice L. MorganBernice L. Morgan, 95, of Akron, passed away August 18, 2007. Bernice was preceded in death by her husband, Alton; and children, Aileen Morgan, Jenny Channel, Edna Moroni, Peggy Davis, Gary Morgan, David Morgan, Larry Morgan, and Judy Wright. She is survived by her children, Sally Liming, Fay Marshall, and John Morgan; sisters, Bertha Foust and Marian Graham;...

Oren James HeckertOren James Heckert, 81, passed away August 18, 2007, at The Arbors of Fairlawn. Always a kind and gentle man, Oren had battled Alzheimer's disease for many years. Born in Cox Mills WV on July 4, 1926 to Carl and Gay Heckert, Oren grew up there with his eleven other siblings until going off to war at the...

Jesse K. RoarkJesse K. Roark, 75, of Coventry Twp., passed away August 17, 2007. He was born September 6, 1931 in Lego, West Virginia to the late Roy and Bonnie Roark. He served in the Air Force, where he trained airplane mechanics. Jesse retired from General Tire and Coventry Local Schools. He was a longtime member of Cathedral of Tomorrow,...

Edward C. RichardsEdward C. Richards, 64, of Rootstown, passed away August 16, 2007 at Robinson Memorial Hospital. He was born December 26, 1942 in Akron, Ohio to the late Earl & Virgie Richards. Ed served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He worked for the A.C.Y. Railroad and was a member of the Apco Club. He is survived...

Christine R. ChapmanChristine R. Chapman, 42, of Akron, passed away August 15, 2007. Chris will always be remembered for her big heart. She was thoughtful and caring and always put others before herself. She was devoted to her family and loved to spend time with her children at ICP concerts. She will be missed by all who knew her. Chris...

Jeffrey L. ChamberlinJeffrey L. Chamberlin went home to be with his loving Savior on August 13, 2007. Jeffrey is the son of the late Donald Chamberlin and survived by his mother, Honey Chamberlin; twin brother, Greg Chamberlin; sister Donna (Chamberlin) Peterson; daughters, Monique Cleverly and Mindy Barton; 5 grandchildren. Jeff was the owner of J.C. Shaver Repair and a graduate...

Dorothy E. CarrollDorothy E. Carroll, 101, of Akron, passed away August 12, 2007 at Wyant Woods Care Center. She was born June 16, 1906 in Akron, Ohio to the late Arthur & Clara (Fridinger) Corbett. Dorothy was a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church for over 75 years. She was a volunteer at Akron City Hospital for over 20 years;...

Jerry L. Kassinger, Sr. Jerry L. Kassinger, Sr., 65, passed away at home, among family and friends, on August 11, 2007, and will be missed by all. Born in Barberton on April 11, 1942. He graduated from Kenmore High and lived his whole life in Akron. He was married January 19, 1963 to Judy (nee Jones). Jerry was a barber...

Dorothy L. Potter "Dot"Dorothy L. Potter, 83, of Akron, formerly of Massillon, passed away peacefully August 8, 2007 with her daughter at her side. She was born July 6, 1924 in Massillon to the late Donald Traynor and Mabel Traynor-Strine. One of Dot's first jobs was working for the Wheeling and Lake Erie Railroad Co. She raised her family and...

Connie S. Elliott (nee Ratliff)Connie S. Elliott, 58, went to be with Jesus on August 3, 2007. She is survived by her loving husband, Gregory Elliott. She leaves her son, Mickey Paolucci and daughter, Cindy Robertson. She leaves five brothers and three sisters. Memorial services will be held at Gateway Ministries, 661 E. Exchange St., Akron, OH 44306 on Saturday,...

Valley A. PhillipsValley A. Phillips, 88, of Akron, passed away at home surrounded by loving family and friends on August 7, 2007. Valley will always be remembered for her love of cooking and entertaining. She always had a story to share with family and friends. Above all, she was a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be missed by all...

George L. StallardGeorge L. Stallard, 68, of Akron, went home to be with Jesus on August 7, 2007. George was born August 14, 1938 in Wise Co., VA. He was employed in real estate for over 35 years, most recently with Pat Boyle Realty. George was a member of the Mogadore Moose 1082 and the Ellet Senior Center. In his...

Joseph Gage Joseph Gage, 73, passed away on August 7, 2007. He was born on December 14, 1933 to the late Anthony Gage and Mary Gage-Bruno. Joseph was a member of Painters Union 841 and enjoyed golf, horses, and playing cards. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters Lena Tomei and Rose Simko; and brother...

Ralph Edward MonkRalph Edward Monk, 78, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord onAugust 6, 2007. He was born January 8, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Edward & Mary (Timberlake) Monk. Ralph was a veteran of WWII having proudly served with the U.S. Army and later retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. after 30 years...

Phillip Andrew Berish, Sr. Phillip Andrew Berish, Sr., 41, went home to be with the Lord on August 6, 2007. He was a very loving, very loved, and very devoted father, husband, son, brother, and uncle. Phillip was employed by Tallmadge Asphalt. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was always very involved in all of his children's sports...

Charles W. "Bud" Ross, Jr. Charles W. "Bud" Ross, Jr., 75, passed away on August 5, 2007, at home. He was born on April 9, 1932 in Akron to the late Charles and Alice Ross. Bud graduated from Springfield High School in 1952 where he played football, baseball, and ran track. He served in Germany with the US Army from...

Frances M. GeorgeFrances M. George, 81, passed away August 3, 2007. Frances was a graduate of West High School in Akron. She worked for Western Union in both Akron and New York City during WWII and the United States Postal Service where she was the former Postmaster in Lakemore Ohio. She was a member of the New Horizons Christian Church,...

Myron "Jerry" ThomasMyron "Jerry" Thomas, 83, of Hartville, passed away August 1, 2007 at Akron City Hospital. He was born August 28, 1923 to the late Levi & Cleora (Sese) Thomas. Jerry retired from the U.S. Army after 21 years of service as a 1st Sergeant having served in WWII and two tours in Vietnam. He was a member of...