Ua D. HamrickUa D. Hamrick, 86, passed away on January 25, 2006. She was a member of Akron Free Will Baptist Church and enjoyed growing flowers and cooking. Preceded in death by her first husband Russell Fike; her second husband A.P. Hamrick; and her daughter-in-law Katherine Powers. Survivors include her son Richard (Phyllis) Fike, Sr.; and grandchildren Richard (Beth) Fike,...

Rochelle D. McGilvreyRochelle D. McGilvrey, 55 of Ravenna, passed away January 24, 2006 at Robinson Memorial Hospital following a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was born April 23, 1950 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Dr. Morris & Blossom (Keller) Solomon. Rochelle taught in the Cleveland School District for 30 years. In her free time, she was a champion...

Gladys L. HeffnerGladys L. Heffner, 87, passed away on January 24, 2006. Gladys graduated from Ellet High School in 1937 and was a member of The Chapel for many years. Preceded in death by her husband Frank and brother Aubrey Robertson. Survivors include sons Don (Sue) and Ron (Rilda); sisters Josephine Larrick, Wilta Carroll, and Mildred (Robert) Stouffer; grandchildren Tina...

Virginia (Jinny) B. LeeVirginia (Jinny) B. Lee, 80, passed away January 24, 2006. Virginia was born September 29, 1925 in North Carolina to the late Wade V. and Beatrice C. Boyd. She graduated in 1947 from Elon College. Virginia was employed as a teacher for many years and co-founded the Early Childhood Center in Akron, Ohio. Along with her parents,...

Betty Jane FlanaganOur beloved mother, Betty J. Flanagan, 77, passed away January 24, 2006. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend to all. She was born in Heshbon, PA, and lived in Akron for the last 55 years. She is preceded in death by her son, Michael, and is survived by her children, Sharon Bezold, Cindy (Drake) Flanagan, Linda...

Bonnie G. Manhart-Foss (Gilbert) passed away on January 21, 2006, after a sudden illness, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Bonnie was a unique and loving individual who always put the needs of her family and friends before her own. She was preceded in death by her mother Mable Gilbert and 3 nephews. Survivors include her husband Jim Foss;...

Paul G. GoodwinPaul G. Goodwin, 73, passed away January 22, 2006 following a brief illness. Born in Akron, OH to the late John & Rosa (Westerfield) Goodwin. Retired from Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. after 30 years of service and most recently had been employed by GOJO Industries. Survived by his wife of 54 years, Wanda J. Goodwin of the...

Rosemary L. JonesRosemary L. Jones, 83, passed away at her home on Friday, January 20, 2006.Born in Collinsville, OK September 28, 1922 . She was a lifetime resident of the Akron area and graduated from Central High School. Rosemary was an active member at The Chapel and also involved in the Womens for Christ, several bible studies and volunteered at...

Gladys S. Bennett (nee Palmer) Gladys S. Bennett (nee Palmer), 81, passed away on January 8, 2006. Gladys was born in Spelter, WV on November 7, 1924. She attended Victory High School. She was a member of New Horizons Christian Church and had worked at Goodyear Aerospace during WWII. Gladys also worked at O'Neils and retired from White Swan Dry...

Billy "Bill" YoungBilly H. Young, 73, of Akron, Ohio, a veteran, passed away suddenly on January 18, 2006. Bill was a very caring, loving, and unselfish man who only thought of others. He has gone to a place where he can continue to spread all of the love that he could share. Bill will be greatly missed by his wife,...

William A. Sarvis ("Papa Bill")Bill Sarvis, 72, passed away after a three year battle with cancer at his home on Thursday, January 19, 2006, surrounded by his loving family. Born June 6, 1933 in Akron, Bill graduated from Hower High School and worked for the Goodyear Tire and Rubber for 38 years, earning the distinction of being named to Goodyear's...

Stacy Lynn DavissonStacy Lynn Davisson, 39, of Akron, passed away unexpectedly on January 17, 2006. She is survived by her husband, James; children, Amanda Davisson, Mark Balog, and Emily Davisson; mother, Lorena Balog; sister, Beth Dokes; brothers, Jeff (Sherry) Balog and Mark (Michelle) Balog; parents-in-law, Buck and Trudy Davisson; sisters-in-law, Debbie Blase and Diana (Fred) Little; brother-in-law, Tom (Kim) Davisson;...

Wilma S. WinterWilma S. Winter, 78, died unexpectedly on January 16, 2006. Wilma was born January 9, 1928 in Rochester, New York, to Helena and Herman Stevens. She married Jim in 1951 and they moved to Akron to begin their lives together. A devoted wife and mother, Wilma was a homemaker and a true helpmate, assisting her husband with his...

Glenn T. HamptonGlenn T. Hampton, 79, passed away on January 16, 2006. He was a veteran of WWII having served with the US Navy. Preceded in death by his wife Edith and son Tim. Survivors include his brother Jack; daughter Glenna (Bob) Allen; sons Glenn (Penny), Robert (Sherry), and James (Debbie); and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Cremation has taken place...

Albert "Al" ConnellyAl Connelly, 82, of Uniontown, passed away January 16, 2006. Al served in the U.S. Coast Guard and later retired from CTS Inc. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, golfing, and spending time with family and friends. Al was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and one sister. He is survived by his wife of...

Lubomir KleinLubomir Klein, 79, of Akron, passed away January 17, 2006 at his residence. He was born April 23, 1926 in Pardubice, Czechoslovakia to the late Adolfe & Ruzene Klein and resided in Akron for over 50 years. Lubomir was an avid walker who enjoyed walks in the park and enjoyed vacationing, planting flowers and working in the garden. Most...

Dennis J. CasselDennis J. Cassel, 51, passed away suddenly on January 14, 2006. He was preceded in death by his father Richard E. Cassel and his brother Richard L. Cassel. He will be sadly missed by his mother Joan Cassel; sister Cindy Maxwell; brother Darrel Cassel; nieces Heather Maxwell and Hilary Patterson; great-niece Mallary Patterson; and great-nephew Parker Patterson. Cremation...

Wanda B. DavisWanda B. Davis, 74, of Akron, went home to be with her Lord and Savior January 11, 2006. Wanda was born in Akron on July 12, 1931 and graduated from East High School. Throughout her life, she worked as a homemaker, a bookkeeper and also for Weight Watchers. She was a longtime member of the Akron Baptist Temple...

Charles "Junie-Boy" Clark, of Randolph, OH, went home to be with the Lord on January 10, 2006. Charlie was born March 8, 1940 in Akron, OH. As a young man Charlie served in the United States Army in Germany. Later employed by Horning Concrete, he retired after 30 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles...

Patricia "Pat" L. HerrickPatricia "Pat" L. Herrick, 58, of Akron, passed away January 7, 2006 at her residence. She was born April 16, 1947 in Akron, Ohio to the late Elmer & Evelyn (Price) Meinen. Pat had a deep love for her family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Tom R. Herrick; sons and daughters-in-law,...