William O. Cave, Sr.William O. Cave, Sr., 79, of Akron, passed away March 13, 2008 at the Hospice Care Center. He was born March 23, 1928 in Lancaster, Ohio. William served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He retired from Babcock Wilcox with 30 years of service. In his free time, he enjoyed golf, bowling and above all, Jazz music....

Frank Edward HousleyFrank Edward Housley, 55, of Akron, passed away March 10, 2008. Frank was born in Akron on December 28, 1952. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and was a longtime dedicated resident manager for Merryweather. In his free time, he enjoyed classic cars and sports. Frank was preceded in death by his father, Richard. He will...

Marlene M. O'Brien Marlene M. O'Brien, 65, passed away on March 12, 2008. She is survived by her daughters Arlene Jobe and Kim (Ward) Kennedy; son Ralph Hancock; 3 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; 3 nieces; and 3 nephews. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com. NEWCOMER FUNERAL...

Daniel John Hunter, Jr.Daniel John Hunter, Jr., 29, of Akron, passed away suddenly March 11, 2008. Dan was born in Akron on March 14, 1977. He will always be remembered for his outgoing personality and his artistic talents. Dan was preceded in death by his grandmother, Phyllis Hunter. He will be deeply missed by his mother and stepfather, Robin and...

Anna H. WoodillAnna H. Woodill, 91, of Akron, passed away March 10, 2008 at Akron City Hospital. She was born August 25, 1916 in Darraugh, Pennsylvania to the late Stephen & Rosalia (Omasits) Billisits. Anna retired from the Akron Public Schools in 1981. Much of her time was devoted to her family, cooking and cleaning. She will be remembered as...

Eleanor L. PhelpsEleanor L. Phelps, 81, of Mogadore, passed away March 10, 2008 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born December 18, 1926 in Akron, Ohio to the late Walter & Lena (Shaffer) Kallenbach. Eleanor was a graduate of East High School and was a member of the Mogadore Garden Club and La Sertoma Club. In addition to her...

Rita Jenean YerginRita Jenean Yergin, 76, of Akron, passed away March 9, 2008 at her residence. She was born August 31, 1931 in Akron, Ohio to the late Henry & Clara (Huber) Heimberger. Rita worked as a waitress for over 45 years and enjoyed serving all of her customers. She was also a member of Community Baptist Temple. In addition...

Melissa L. ShepherdMelissa L. Shepherd, 28, of Akron passed away unexpectedly at her home on March 8, 2008. She was a 1997 graduate of Akron Garfield High School. While in high school, Melissa was involved with the 4.0 Club and was a member of the National Honor Society. She attended vocational school while in high school and was highly trained...

Bessie M. WilhiteBessie M. Wilhite, "A light in the World", 94, went home to be with the Lord on March 8, 2008. She was born May 21, 1913. Bessie retired from Akron General Medical Center. She was a member of Akron Baptist Temple for many years and most recently attended Arlington Memorial Baptist Church. While at church she enjoyed serving...

Nelson L. GerstenslagerNelson L. Gerstenslager, 68, of Akron, passed away March 9, 2008. Nelson owned his own salvage company and was an avid collector of guns, knives, and coins. He loved spending time with family and friends and will be missed by all who knew him. Nelson was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret and his father, Norman. He...

Michael (Mikal) Anthony Davis Michael (Mikal) Anthony Davis, 26, went home to walk with God on March 6, 2008. A 1999 graduate of Springfield High School, he was employed at guitar center, where he was around what was his second love, music. God being his first. He is survived by his mother and stepfather Debi and Steve Hennacy; dad Robert...

Arthur A. SheakleyArthur A. Sheakley went home to be with the Lord on March 6, 2008. He was born August 26, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert A. & Betty R. (Bruce) Sheakley. Arthur graduated in 1961 from Central High School and then served in the U.S. Army where he was stationed in Germany E-4 form 1961 -...

Gwen L. PfeifferGwen L. Pfeiffer, 68, a life long area resident, went to be with her Jesus on March 5, 2008. She was born in Cuyahoga Falls to Ed and Muriel Bartholomew on November 17, 1939. Gwen was preceded in death by her parents; son, Bill; brother, Gary; and sister, Wendy. She is survived by her sons, Tracy (Debbie) and...

Eleanor D. Sims Eleanor D. Sims, 79, passed away on March 4, 2008. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Kenmore and enjoyed singing in the choir and attending the Young at Heart activities. Preceded in death by her husband J.P. Sims and twin sister Eloise Comer. Survivors include her son Gary (Carrie); granddaughters Angela and Renee Sims;...

Barbara Cain"Lift up your hearts and share with me.God wanted me now and has set me free."Barbara Cain entered her heavenly home on Monday morning, March 3, 2008. She was born on August 30, 1929 to Roy and Alta Brown of Kansas. In September 1946, Barbara moved to Ohio with her new husband, Calvin Clyde Cain, Sr. They lived most...

Carolyn June Boling "Sis"Carolyn June Boling "Sis", 75, of Akron, passed away March 3, 2008 at her residence. She was born September 6, 1932. Carolyn retired from the Springfield School System where she worked as a bus driver. In her free time, she enjoyed playing BINGO, trips to Las Vegas and more recently, road trips to Berlin Dam. Above all,...

Marjorie PatrickeMarjorie Patricke, 81, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on March 2, 2008. She was born January 25, 1927 in Fairmont, West Virginia to the late Richard & Margaret (Bock) Clayton. Marjorie worked in the Home Health Care Industry for Lots of Love and Jennie's Home Health Care. Previously, she had worked 10 years for the...

Lyle G. "Howdy" "Pop Pop" HazelettLyle G. "Howdy" "Pop Pop" Hazelett, 81, passed away on March 2, 2008. He was a veteran of WWII, having served with the US Navy. Lyle was a member of Arlington Memorial Baptist Church. He was a lifelong truck driver and retired from Continental Baking. Preceded in death by his parents Curtis Hazelett and Ethel...

Catherine E. ParkerCatherine E. Parker, 77, of Mogadore, passed away March 1, 2008. Catherine was born March 6, 1930 in Omaha, Nebraska. She will always be remembered as a loving, caring, generous person and will be missed by all who knew her. Catherine was preceded in death by her husband, William Parker. She is survived by her children, Debbie (Gale)...

Daneen Cheryl Townsend (Wicks)Daneen Cheryl Townsend (Wicks), of Garrettsville, born February 9, 1963 passed away February 29, 2008. Daneen was preceded in death by her father, William Wicks; sister, Darlene Singleton; and brother-in-law, Rudolph Bargerhuff. She is survived by her sons, Lance Townsend and Blake Townsend, who were her life, pride, and joy; mother, Janice Wicks; sisters, Denise Mignano (Bobby),...