John V. MoyerJohn V. Moyer 82, of Akron passed away May 6, 2006. John is a WWII veteran having served in the Navy. John is preceded in death by his parents Marion and Mary (Murphy) Moyer; brothers Jim, Bob, Bruce and Charlie Moyer; sister Grace Wolfgang. John leaves behind to cheerish his memories his wife of 55 years Ruth; his...

Mary Viola Rhodes (Smith)Mary Viola Rhodes (Smith) died suddenly Friday May 5, 2006 as a result of a tragic accident. She was born March 21, 1942 in Cresson PA to Viola G. Smith (Adams) and Henry John Smith Sr. She graduated from Altoona High in Pennsylvania. She spent most of her life in Akron OH. She enjoyed playing bingo with...

Elizabeth Jo Ann Theriault (Howald)Elizabeth Jo Ann "Betty Jo" "Beth" Theriault (Howald), 37, died suddenly May 1, 2006, as a result of a traffic accident. She was born April 30, 1969 in Akron, Ohio and had attended St. Martha grade school and North and Garfield High Schools. She spent most of her life in Akron and was a loving mother,...

Billy H. WestBilly H. West, 77, passed away May 2, 2006. Born in Nitro, W V. to the late Hugh & Virite (Milbee) West, he was a graduate of Nitro High School class of 1947, where he had been active with their sports programs. Billy was a member of Lighthouse Pentecostal Church of God in Barberton and had been employed...

Gary Lee UhlGary Lee Uhl, 52, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away May 3, 2006. Gary will always be remembered for his great sense of humor and his friendly disposition. He loved spending time with his family, parties, and singing karaoke. He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Gary will be deeply missed by his wife, Marianne; daughter, Angela (Dennis) Thomann;...

Nina Rae Harris (nee Terry) Nina Rae Harris (nee Terry), 25, passed away on April 30, 2006 after a 2-year courageous battle with cancer. Nina worked at Famous Hair and Best Cuts. She was bubbly, funloving, loved to dance and spend time with her girlfriends. Nina was also a wonderful mom to her precious daughter Andrea. She was preceded in...

Kreida M. StacyKreida M. Stacy, 57, passed away on April 30, 2006. Kreida worked at Summit Racing for 12 years. She had the biggest, kindest heart; she loved everyone and everyone loved her. Preceded in death by her parents Alberta (Raymond) Tennant, Alonzo Beane, Ethel and Pell Beane; brother Lester Tennant; sisters Wynona Bergdorf and Juanita Mowery; and granddaughter Courtney...

Maxwell Emil August KussMaxwell Emil August Kuss, 86, went to be with the Lord on April 29, 2006. Born in Akron on October 31, 1919, he had been a resident for most of his life. Maxwell was a veteran of WWII, having served with the US Army. He was a lifetime-member of Zion Lutheran Church where he was an elder...

Catherine Evelyn Walker (Tyson)Catherine Evelyn Walker (Tyson), 93, of Akron, passed away April 27, 2006 at Cuyahoga Falls General Hospital. She was born July 11, 1912 in Defiance, Ohio to the late Harry & Beatrice Tyson. Catherine was a member of Firestone Park United Methodist Church, a lifetime member of the Eastern Star Victoria Chapter #31 and was formerly employed...

Nancy L. Morton, 60, passed away April 27, 2006 at her residence. She was born April 12, 1946 in Ravenna, Ohio. Nancy was a member of Grace Baptist Church for the past 10 years and a loving homemaker, wife and mother. She had an impact on all whose lives she touched. Nancy is survived by her husband of 25 years,...

Jo M. Wellendorf Jerry and Jo Wellendorf"Together Again" Jo M. Wellendorf, 63, of Akron, passed away April 25, 2006. It was only 16 months that they waited to find the comfort of each other once againnow you can celebrate your reunion with your husband, brother and parents.Always: Know that you will never be lost to those you left behind.Know that...

James (Jim) E. Kirt "Trapper"James (Jim) E. Kirt "Trapper", 55, of Kent, passed away unexpectedly at home on April 26, 2006. Jim was employed at Quality Synthetic Rubber in Twinsburg. In his free time, Jim loved spending time outdoors. He enjoyed both hunting and trapping and was a member of the NRA and the National Trappers Association. He loved all...

Gladys L. KinnanGladys L. Kinnan, 89, passed away on April 25, 2006. She was born July 15, 1916 in Akron and had been a life resident. Gladys retired from First National Bank (First Merit) and was a longtime volunteer for the Akron Turner Club and the Mogadore VFW. She was a member of the Mogodore Moose Club. Preceded in death...

Herbert G. BowenHerbert G. Bowen, born July 29, 1929, passed away April 23, 2006. Herbert was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Arless (Crane) Bowen; sister, Lois Pine; and brother, Roy Bowen. He leaves his wife of 37 years, Helena (Weakland) (Seese) Bowen; daughter, Cynthia McKee; stepsons, David (Lois) Seese, Tom (Barb) Seese, Ken (Garnett) Seese, and Paul...

William "Bill" McCoyWilliam "Bill" McCoy, 70, of Mogadore, born July 27, 1935 in Tioga, WV, passed away unexpectedly with his family at his side on April 20, 2006. He was the second of fourteen children. As a child in Tioga, WV, his first dream was to become a preacher, and then later a truck driver, to avoid working in the...

Georgia J. NuttGeorgia J. Nutt, 87, went home to be with the Lord on April 21, 2006. Georgia retired from Akron Public Schools and was a longtime member of Grace Baptist Church. In her free time, she enjoyed watching the Indians. Above all, Georgia loved spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband,...

Joseph M. Knoblock, Sr.Joseph M. Knoblock, Sr., 82, passed away April 21, 2006. Joseph proudly served in the U.S. Army as a Sergeant MP. In his free time, he enjoyed stock car races, hunting, and fishing. He was devoted to his family and will be missed by all who knew him. Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, George...

W.J. "Jim" BarnettW.J. "Jim" Barnett, 79, went to be with the Lord. Jim was affiliated with Greater Bethel Baptist Church and the Masonic Lodge. He was a veteran of the US Coast Guard having served aboard the S/S Kittanning. Jim retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. after 30 years of service and was an avid golfer. He was preceded...

Paul F. "Pete" Nitzsche, Jr.Paul F. "Pete" Nitzsche, Jr., 59, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly April 19, 2006 at Akron City Hospital. He was born October 1, 1946 in Akron, Ohio and was a lifelong resident of Akron. Pete attended the Church of God of Prophecy where he volunteered for many activities such as cooking for dinners, cutting grass and...

Margaret L. GormleyMargaret L. Gormley, 78, of Tallmadge, passed away April 19, 2006. She was born in Akron, Ohio to the late John & Rosie (Mishler) Horner. Preceded in death by her husbands, Jack Fletcher & Chuck Gormley; Margaret is survived by several nieces, and one nephew. Cremation has taken place and inurnment will follow in Franklin Cemetery in Wellsburg,...