Carol Sue Franklin Carol Sue Franklin, 53, passed away on January 12, 2007. She was born in Akron on November 27, 1953 to the late James and Helen Franklin. Carol was a loving and caring person who loved life, family, and her two cats. She attended Akron Baptist Temple. Survivors include sister Trish (Al) Kurtz; brothers Edward (Julia) Franklin, James...

Betty J. Holcomb left the loving arms of her family on Wednesday, January 10, 2007 and entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus in Heaven. Born in Spencer, WV on September 27, 1931, she was the daughter of Cora and Walter Mack Jarvis and had resided in Akron since 1958. Our loving Nini will be remembered...

Edward Guy ArcherEdward Guy Archer, 48, died suddenly January 5, 2007. Ed is preceded in death by his parents Fred and Freda Archer. Survived by his Fiance Tammy Cole; One daughter, Sasha Archer, Two sons Guy ( Leslie) Archer, Brandon Archer; Three brothers, Fred (Tracee) Archer, Ted and Ned Archer; Eight grandchildren many neices and nephews, and a host of...

Sherry L. WhitacreSherry L. Whitacre, 64, of Akron, passed away January 4, 2007 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born November 17, 1942 in Kitzmiller, Maryland to the late Riley E. & Ethel B. (Stewart) Evans. Sherry loved being a grandmother and enjoyed life to the fullest. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Virginia MunsonVirginia Munson 81, passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer on January 6, 2007, two months to the day after the death of her beloved husband of 62 years, Thomas Munson. Virginia loved all animals especially her dogs. She was a very loving and caring person to anyone that needed help. Besides her husband, Tommy, she was...

Ralph SixRalph Six, 82 of Akron passed away January 6, 2007. Ralph was a member of Grace Baptist Church and served in the Army during WW II. He loved woodworking, gardening and hunting. He is preceded in death by his parents Morgan and Jane Six; 3 sisters and his wife of 58 years Dorothy. Survivors include his daughters, Jane Denslow,...

Therese Irene Smith (nee Law) Irene Smith (nee Law) 80, was born in Akron on November 16, 1926, and resided there until she was welcomed into Heaven on January 6, 2007. Irene was a life long parishioner of the Annunciation Catholic Church. Irene is preceded in death by her parents Edmund and Esther Law; sister Regina Helms and brother in...

Douglas R. KnollDouglas R. Knoll, 47, of Mogadore, passed away on January 5, 2007. Doug was born in Berea on December 5, 1959. He served in the U.S. Army, was stationed in Ft. Ord, CA, and spent time in Germany. He loved spending time outdoors snow mobiling, golfing, and doing yardwork. He was capable of fixing anything and often helped...

John W. Sayre John W. Sayre, 75, passed away on January 4, 2007. Born May 10, 1931 to the late Laban and Ruth Sayre. John served with the US Air Force and enjoyed spending time with his beloved family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Betty Randles. Survivors include his loving...

Fay S. Ross Fay S. Ross, 72, passed away on January 3, 2007. She was born in Akron on June 5, 1934 to the late Westley and Emma Henninger. Fay retired from Akron City Hospital where she worked as a dietary cook. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Ted; and brothers Lee and...

David DeWitt Loftin, Sr. (Dede)(please include caption: "Then and Now")David DeWitt Loftin, Sr. (Dede) passed away December 27, 2006 after a long illness. He was born in Akron, Ohio on November 2, 1932 to George R. & Euretha Loftin. He served in the U.S. Army with the 82nd Airborne until August of 1953, after which he was married on November...

Mary Louise (Easy) HotchkissMary Louise (Easy) Hotchkiss, 75, of West Salem, formerly of Akron, passed away January 2, 2007. She was born December 26, 1931 in Cullman, Alabama. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Bill Hotchkiss; parents, Robert & Ethel (Hudson) Lay; and sister, Anna Jean Stump. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann (Scott) Ward of...

John Edward Johnson(please include a flag emblem and a masonic emblem)John Edward Johnson, 76, passed away December 31, 2006 at the VA Medical Center in Erie, PA. John was born April 7, 1930 in New Martinsville, WV and moved to Akron in the 1940s and moved to Florida after retiring. He proudly served in the U.S. Army MP during the...

Joyce A. Gessler Joyce A. Gessler, 66, died suddenly on Monday, January 1, 2007 with family and friends nearby. She is survived by cherished companion and friend Jay Johnson; daughters Tonya and Michelle (John); son Michael; and grandson Nicholas, all of Akron. She is also survived by brothers David (Cynthia) Brookbank of Seattle, WA, Chuck Brookbank of Williams, AZ, Richard...

Ruth M. Ellis(insert photo with caption: "Together Again")Ruth M. Ellis, 100, of Tallmadge, passed away December 31, 2006. Ruth was born on December 24, 1906 in Lancaster, OH. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and dedicated herself to her family. She was also accomplished in needlework and crocheting. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Ellis;...

Joseph L. BeausoleilJoseph L. Beausoleil, 81, passed away on December 28, 2006. Joseph was born June 17, 1925 in Waterbury, CT to the late Henry and Leonise (LaGasse) Beausoleil. He served in the U.S. Navy during both World War II and the Korean Conflict. Joseph was a lifetime member of the Catholic Church. In addition to his parents, he was...

Robert (Bobby) Eugene Barnes, Sr.Robert ( Bobby) Eugene Barnes, Sr., 60, of Akron, passed away December 24, 2006 at his residence. He was born May 28, 1946 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Cornelius W. & Katie (Davis) Barnes. He enjoyed life to the fullest. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Cornelius W....

"Together Again"Ada R. Simmons Ada R. Simmons, 77, passed away on December 28, 2006. She was born in Akron on March 29, 1929 to the late Harley and Vinnie Morgan. Ada was a former member of the Akron Baptist Temple and enjoyed sewing and cooking. She had worked at Eaton Corporation and retired from Ravenna Lamp Plant. In addition to...

John H. "Jack" Hoffman, Sr. John H. "Jack" Hoffman, Sr., passed away on December 28, 2006. He was born in Massillon on November 5, 1919 to the late Clarence and Blanche Hoffman. Jack served in WWII with the US Army and retired from the Akron Police Department in 1975. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

William C. MastersWilliam C. Masters, 64, of Akron, passed away December 24, 2006 at Akron City Hospital. He was born July 20, 1942 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Thomas & Birdie (Rinard) Masters. William had been employed by Gentzler Too & Die for 39 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ray...