Heinz KisterHeinz Kister, 83, of Akron, passed away September 28, 2005. He was born December 22, 1921 in Erfurt, Germany, to the late Wilhelm and Marie (Ritter) Kister. Heinz was preceded in death by his wife, Auguste (Hartmann) Kister; brothers, Erich; and sister, Grete. He is survived by his daughter, Maria (James) Bell of Akron; grandchildren, Carmen, Andrea, William, and...

Robert D. Vernon, 82, passed away on September 27, 2005. Robert was a WWII veteran serving with the US Army; he was a member of the First Congregational Church and the Ellet Keenagers; Robert retired from Mohawk Rubber Co. and was a lifetime member of VFW Post #8975. Preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Violet. Survivors include his...

Sonya P. Haire (Knight)Sonya P. Haire (Knight), 68, died September 21, 2005. Born in Seoul, Korea, she immigrated to the United States in 1967. Sonya had a Godly love of others and she never met a stranger. She opened her home to anyone in need and never judged people. She is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Nichole Knight. Sonya...

M. Louise PotterM. Louise Potter, 85, died on September 22, 2005. She was born August 14, 1919 in Akron, Ohio to the late Bernard & Della Sprague. M. Louise worked as a Beautician in the area. She is preceded in death by her husband, James L. Potter. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Virginia & Jeff Caldwell; grandchildren, Viki Bater...

Austin Harold RichmondAustin Harold Richmond, loving husband of Shirley (Donaldson) Richmond and friend to many, 74, of Akron, OH, went to be with our Lord on September 21, 2005 at 8:55 p.m. Austin was born in Buffalo, WV. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Shirley (Donaldson) Richmond; brothers, Cecil (Jake) Richmond and wife, Jenny of Akron,...

Jack W. McIntyre, loving husband, father and grandfather, went Home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 20, 2005. Born in Elmira Heights, NY, in November 1915, Jack was a graduate of East High School and also had one year of college at Cornell University. He was a member of First Church of God, Tallmadge, Ohio (formerly McKinley Avenue...

Glenna Marietta Farmer(insert caption: "Together Again")Glenna Marietta Farmer, 82, of Akron, passed away September 19, 2005. Marietta was a longtime member of Wintergreen Ledges Church of God. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Farmer; son, David Farmer; and daughter, Norma Gill. She is survived by her daughters, Donna (Gerry) McBurney, Sandy Schoenly, and Naomi Lynn Karell; sons,...

Micahel R. Scott Michael R. Scott, 22, beloved son of Jean "Randy" and Margaret Scott of Deerfield, went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 18. He was born in 1983 in Denison, Texas and raised in Akron. He graduated from Ellet High School in 2002. Michael had an unbelievable zest for life. His eyes always twinkling with...

Wayne E. Sayre, 68, passed away on September 15, 2005. Wayne retired from Fussy Cleaners and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Preceded in death by his wife Bonnie Jean; and his son Thomas. Survivors include daughters Debbie Kunstek, Tammy (Steve) Stranger, and Julie (Keith) Fallick; sons Tony (Terrie), Tim (Patty), and Michael; sister Ginny (Don) Brookover; brother Richard (Pat);...

Laura L. Murphy "Lee", 57, passed away September 15, 2005. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place Friday, September 23 at 4 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. Friends may visit from 3 p.m. until the time of service.NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME (330) 784-3334

Kenneth R. Allen, 46, of Akron, went to Heaven to be in the loving arms of his father on Sept. 15, 2005. He was born in Akron, and lived most of his life in Coventry Twp. He was a graduate of Coventry High School and worked for Herman Machine. Ken enjoyed playing pool, fishing, boating and the outdoors. He also...

Edward E. WintersEdward E. Winters, 84, passed away on September 13, 2005. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. after 42 years of service. Preceded in death by 10 siblings. Survivors include his loving wife June of 14 years; step-daughter Floriene Banner; step-son Roger (Loretta) Morrison; sisters Bessie Swigart and Minnie Collins; 7 step-grandchildren; 7 step-great-grandchildren; and 1 step-great-great-grandchild....

Betty Jane PerrotBetty Jane Perrot, 76, passed away September 12, 2005. Betty Jane was born in Kane, PA and lived most of her life in Akron with her loving husband of 56 years, Rudy. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother and loved cooking for her family. Betty Jane was able to find good in everyone. She was preceded...

Rev. Lon AllenRev. Lon Allen passed away September 9, 2005. Funeral services 12:00 p.m. Thursday at Newcomer Funeral Home. Rev.Robert Hoffman and Rev. Brock Miller officiating. Friends may call Thursday 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Interment at East Liberty Cemetery.Newcomer Funeral Home, 330-784-3334

Bradley BurkhammerBradley Burkhammer, 74, of Akron, passed away Sept. 5, 2005. Bradley was the son of Caleb and Clara Bell Burkhammer and was born in Weston, WV. He had a special love and passion for historic cars and shows in which he regularly attended. Bradley is preceded in death by his parents, many sisters and brothers and wife Mary Ann....

Geraldine M. "Jerry" AndersonGeraldine M. "Jerry" Anderson, 82, passed away on September 6, 2005. Jerry served in WWII with the US Navy. Preceded in death by her husband Thomas "Herky" Anderson; and her daughter Barbara Haines. Survivors include daughters Nancy (Roger) Robinson and Marilyn K. Anderson; sister Irene Bauman; grandchildren Jason and Jarod Haines, and Rachel and Gregory Robinson; and...

Neil Snyder, Jr.Neil Snyder, Jr., 88, passed away on September 6, 2005. He was a long-time resident of Ellet and had been residing in North Canton at the time of his death. Neil retired from Mason-Dixon Trucking Co. after 42 years of service. He belonged to the Teamsters and enjoyed boating and fishing. Preceded in death by his parents Neil...

John Poth, Jr. "Sonny"John Poth, Jr., 65, of Akron, passed away September 3, 2005. John retired from Monarch Teledine after 25 years of service. He will always be remembered as a loving and caring person. John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Alice and brother, Steve. He is survived by his sister, Alice (Kenny) Breen; nieces and...

Kimberly (Palmer) HodgesKimberly Hodges passed away September 5, 2005 at 1:00 p.m. at Hospice Center of VNS. She leaves behind her husband, Daniel Hodges of Green; mother, Pat (Bill) Coleman of Akron; father, Emil (Charlotte) Palmer of Cuyahoga Falls. She also leaves sons, Gary Lee Haley and Stacey (Michelle) Haley; daughter, Athena McDuffy; and nine grandchildren. She is also survived...

William "Jim" Bradley, Jr. William "Jim" Bradley, Jr., 69, of Kent, died September 3, 2005 after a couragous battle with cancer. Born May 27, 1936 in Akron, Ohio, he served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. After the Military, Jim was a long distance truck driver, working for several different trucking companies, retiring from Roadway Express...