Joseph "Joey" Vargo Joseph "Joey" Vargo, 48, passed away on June 23, 2006. Joey was a member of AA and enjoyed painting, fishing, and animals. He was a kind and caring person who loved his children and his family; he was always there when they needed him. Joey will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Preceded in death...

Emma (Toots) QuillenEmma (Toots) Quillen, 73, of Mogadore, went home to be with her Lord and Saviour on June 20, 2006 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born December 1, 1932 in Pennsylvania. Emma's days were filled with loving her family. She was also a caregiver to many over the years wherever a need was found. She was a...

Charles Homer WelshCharles Homer Welsh, 76, of Tallmadge, died on Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at home, after a lengthy illness. He was born September 10, 1929 in Canton, Ohio and lived most of his life in Massillon and New Philadelphia area. Charles was retired owner and manager of Credit Bureau of New Philadelphia and Dover. Mr. Welsh was a past...

Jimmy G. Shambo Jimmy G. Shambo, 54, "Keeper of the Music", ascended into paradise on June 18, 2006, surrounded by his family and friends. Jimmy is alive in our hearts and the circle of love is greater because of his love and inspiration in our lives. He joins his grandmother Rena "Granny" Shambo; grandfather John Shambo; mother Josephine; and brother...

Harold Eugene Shreffler Harold Eugene Shreffler, born October 16, 1925, passed away on June 18, 2006 after a battle with cancer. Preceded in death by his wife Doris Marie (McLaughlin) Shreffler. He leaves behind his son Brian Adrian Shreffler and wife Robin; daughters Pamela Denise Shreffler, Deborah Leah (Shreffler) Gurschke and husband Steve; and Kimberly Marie Shreffler. He also leaves...

Kenneth E. GilliganAKRON/WADSWORTH Kenneth E. Gilligan, 79, passed away June 17, 2006. Kenneth proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was employed by Sieberling Rubber Co. for 34 years and later by Buehler's for 13 years. He was a member of the United Methodist Church in Wadsworth and the Masonic Lodge #385. Kenneth is survived by...

Lawrence J. SiglerLawrence J. Sigler, 65, of Akron, passed away June 12, 2006. Lawrence proudly served in the U.S. Army. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Mary Jane and brother, Robert. He is survived by his siblings, Caroline (Ralph) Grunder, Donald E. Sigler, Charles Sigler,...

Gary A. MooreGary A. Moore, 61, of Akron passed away June 15, 2006. Gary proudly served in the U.S. Army Black Horse Division during Vietnam. He was a sports lover and a fan of the Indians, Browns, and Ohio State. He was very proud of his 1970 mint condition Nova. Gary is survived by his wife of 40 years, Dianne;...

Mark A. WellendorfMark A. Wellendorf, 39, of Akron, passed away June 15, 2006 after a courageous battle with cancer. Mark was born October 23, 1966 in Akron, Ohio. He worked for Kenmore Construction for 20 years and was an active member of Ellet Grace Brethren Church. Mark was an accomplished athlete and enjoyed bike riding and held black belts in...

Charles D Letzler IICharles D Letzler II, age 54, passed away on June 14, 2006 at Akron City Hospital. He was a life long resident of Akron. Charles really loved camping, fishing and boating and also loved to tend to his garden. He cherished his cats and dogs and had a huge heart to all the people whom he ever...

Frances C. CampanaFrances C. Campana, 75, passed away June 14, 2006 at St. Luke Lutheran Community in North Canton, Ohio. She was born March 24, 1931 in Salem, Ohio to the late Leo John & Mildred (Vanek) Kline. Frances retired from AT & T with over 30 years service. She was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in North...

Jack W. Blizzard Jack W. Blizzard, 82, of Akron, went home to be with the Lord on June 14, 2006, the day after his 82nd birthday, after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. He was a life long resident of Akron and owner of Blizzard Trophies for over 40 years. Jack enjoyed all sports, especially Cleveland teams. He was a...

Lucille Patten Dolgos Lucille Patten Dolgos, 93, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away June 14, 2006 at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital. She was born December 23, 1912 in Akron, Ohio to the late Clarence Ray & Lulu (Kidwell) Laughlebaum. Lucille was a member of Pilgrim United Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Otis "Curly" Patten;...

Stephen M. UhlStephen M. Uhl, 51, of Green, passed away June 14, 2006 after a hard fought battle with cancer. He was born June 21, 1954 in Parkersburg, West Virginia. He moved to Ohio after graduating from high school. Stephen was employed at Sonoco for 32 years. He was a member of Akron Freewill Baptist Church and attended Chapel of...

Dorothy M. FarabaughDorothy M. Farabaugh, 87, of Akron, passed away June 12, 2006. Dorothy was born on August 19, 1918 to the late Andrew and Gladys Broughton. In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Leo Farabaugh; sons, Leonard "Butch" and Kenny Farabaugh; brothers, Jack and Leonard Broughton; and sister, Ruth Cargould. She will be...

James V. "Jim" McHone, 67, passed away on June 12, 2006 at Cuyahoga Falls Country Place. Born September 26, 1938 in Germanton, NC to the late Vester and Ruth McHone. The family moved to Ohio in early 1940. He went to school in Kent and worked at Lawson Milk Co. in Cuyahoga Falls until retirement in 1995. Jim was a...

JoAnn I. GreggJoAnn I.Gregg, 74, of Akron, passed into God's waiting arms Monday, June 12, 2006, after a lengthy illness. JoAnn was born in Akron, Ohio on May 24, 1932. She lived her entire life in Akron and retired from Summit County Department of Human Services. She was preceded in death by her parents, Irene and William Gregg; sister and...

Robert "Bob" E. ThompsonRobert "Bob" E. Thompson passed away June 6, 2006. Robert was born in 1925 in Pittston PA where he resided until 1950 when he moved to Akron, living most of his life in Springfield Township. Bob worked for the Akron Board of Education until his retirement. He was a huge Boston Red Sox fan and listening Cleveland...

Walter J. "Robbie" RobertsWalter J. "Robbie" Roberts, 89, passed away on June 7, 2006. Born in Atlantic City, NJ, Robbie had been an Akron resident since 1963 and had previously resided in Florida and Pennsylvania. He worked as a thoroughbred horse trainer for 51 years and after retirement as a bartender at Duffy's Restaurant for many years. Robbie was a...

Ronald A. Hickman (Papa Ron)Ronald A. Hickman, 59, went home to be with the Lord on June 8, 2006. Ron was born in 1946 to Naoma and Charles Hickman. He was an avid outdoorsman and wonderful musician, playing gospel and blues. He was a member of Akron Baptist Temple. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Hickman and...