James P. WebbJames P. Webb, 69, of Stow, went home to be with the Lord on September 2, 2005 after a courageous battle with cancer leaving behind many friends and loved ones. He was born June 17, 1936 in Richwood, West Virginia. James served in the U.S. Navy and later retired from IBM. In his free time, his passion was...

Alfred D. Proctor "Tony" Alfred D. Proctor "Tony" , 68, of Tallmadge, died on August 30, 2005 at Akron City Hospital. He was born February 16, 1937 in Ravenna, Ohio to the late Orville H. & Edith G. (Catlin) Proctor. Tony served in the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed following his grandson in sports, loved animals and had a love of...

Gizela BuchtelGizela Buchtel, 81, of Akron, passed away August 29, 2005. Gizela retired from the main Post Office on Wolfs Ledges after over twenty years of service. She was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church. Gizela loved all animals, and frequently adopted and cared for stray cats and dogs. She was preceded in death by her parents and...

Brian K. BostonBrian K. Boston, 53, passed away on August 28, 2005. Brian worked for Akron City Hospital for 30 years. He was a member of Community Baptist Church of Tallmadge and had served on the board at Tallmadge Christian Academy. Brian also was an avid collector of baseball cards and memorabilia. Preceded in death by his parents Walter and...

Bert G. BallBert G. Ball, 74, passed away Sunday, August 28, 2005. He was born January 12, 1931. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elsie & Ted Ball; sisters, Sally Ball, Marilyn Stoyanov, Sandra Bennett and Norma Demarco. Bert is survived by his wife of 50 years, Irene Ball; children, Kerry Ball, Kevin (Linda) Ball, Timothy (Debbie) Ball...

Gertha B. WillenGertha B. Willen, 82, of Coventry Twp., passed away August 28, 2005 at Barberton Citizens Hospital. She was born February 21, 1923 in Clay, West Virginia to the late David & Annie (Boggs) Rose. Gertha's greatest joy came from watching her grandchildren grow. She achieved great pleasure from cooking and taking care of others. In addition to her...

Willie "Billie" Mae Haggerty"Together Again"Willie "Billie" Mae Haggerty, 69, went home to the Lord on August 28, 2005. Preceded in death by her husband Winfred. Survivors include daughters Darlene (Al) Winchip, Lorraine (Rick) Moye, and Carmala (Dan) Heiple; sons Winfred, Jr. (Tina), and John (Mary); sisters Betty Jean Cilitti and Peggy (Ray) Souther; 11 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and special friend...

Marston R. MayMarston R. May, 83, passed away on August 27, 2005. Marston had served in WWII with the US Army. He retired from BF Goodrich after 42 years of service, served as recreation director of the Foreman's Club for 16 years, and enjoyed softball. When Marston was 11, he took 2nd place in a National Marble Tournement in New...

Dorothy DeBellis-RoyDorothy DeBellis-Roy, 85, passed away on August 27, 2005. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her parents Rossie and Elma Mayo; first husband Vittorio DeBellis; second husband Tom Roy; sons Sterling and Jerry Trumphour; brother Roy Mayo; sister Ethel Hilliard; and half-sister Bertha Lou Mayo. Survivors include daughters Carol (Renee) Balinski and...

Bernice "Louise" Kimberlin (nee Church)Bernice "Louise" Kimberlin, born December 7, 1930, went home to be with her Lord on August 25, 2005, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family and friends leaving with dignity and love, and was an inspiration until the end. She was an active member of Victory Baptist Temple, Brimfield, OH. She was...

Shomari A. JacksonShomari A. Jackson, 29, passed away suddenly on August 24, 2005. He was loved by many friends and family, and will be missed greatly, especially by his younger brothers Mike and Ross. He touched the lives of all those he encountered with his compassion for others; he loved people and saw the good in everyone. He always put...

Marcia Jean RhoadesMarcia Jean Rhoades passed away on August 25, 2005 at Hospice Care Center after a 3 year battle with cancer. She was an associate at the Arlington St. WalMart for 10 years. She leaves behind her husband, Richard and her 3 children, Melissa McCoy of Marietta OH, Rick (Jan) Rhoades of Englewood FL and Dan Brill II of...

Catherine Margaret Wilson (nee Warner)Catherine Margaret Wilson (nee Warner), 82, went home to be with her Lord on August 25, 2005. Kate was born in Powhatan Pt., OH to the late Dewey and Alpha Mae (Bennington) Warner, the eldest of nine children. Upon the passing of both her parents at a young age, she stepped up at age 15 to...

Willie Lee ManuelWillie Lee Manuel, born August 9, 1910 in Saint Rosa County, Milton, Florida, passed away August 24, 2005 at Manor Care in Akron. She is survived by her daughters, Mildred Allen, Margaret Thompson, Elenor Wilson, and Annie M. Manuel; seventeen grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. A private memorial service will...

Daniel W. Schmardebeck Daniel Schmardebeck passed away on August 25, 2005. He was born on November 2, 1913, and was preceded in death by his first wife, Lucile, and son Larry. Survivors include wife, Elizabeth Young Schmardebeck, children, Cheryl of Seattle, Washington; Karen of LaMirada, California; James (Marg), Durango, Colorado; and Dorcas Beck, (wife of Larry) of Baltimore, Maryland. Other...

Lily Jayde Heffelfinger"Our Little Angel"Lily Jayde Heffelfinger, 19 months old, now in the arms of God and forever in our hearts, passed away August 24, 2005 at Akron Children's Hospital. She was born January 18, 2004 in Akron, Ohio. Lily was preceded in death by an infant twin and great-grandfathers, Carl Griffin, Clyde Smith and Larry Robinson. She will be...

Paul D. "Butch" Mayfield, Jr.Paul D. "Butch" Mayfield, Jr., 56, passed away on August 23, 2005. Survivors include his loving wife Joanne of 34 years; daughters Elizabeth (Joel) Neidenthal and Kelly (Lou) Hinkle; son Paul Dean, III; father Paul; sisters Susan Krohn and Melissa (Chuck) Dobbins; brothers Cliff "Bud" (Sherry) Gardiner and John (Geneie) Chafe; seven beautiful grandchildren; and 17...

Robert U. AshelmanRobert U. Ashelman, 82, passed away August 19, 2005. Robert was born February 14, 1923 to the late Frank and Mary Ashelman. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II and retired from Karder Machine after 35 years of service. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen....

Erman StapletonErman Stapleton, 74, of Akron, passed away August 19, 2005. Erman served in the U.S. Air Force and later retired from General Tire after 20 years of service. He was a lifelong URW member. After retiring, Erman spent over 20 years buying and selling antiques at the Hartville Flea Market. He was preceded in death by his parents, Christopher...

Bryan D. LeMastersBryan D. LeMasters, 52, of Akron, died on August 23, 2005 at the Louis Stokes Medical Center after a courageous 2 year battle. He was born October 5, 1952 in Akron, Ohio to the late Russell & Norma (Means) LeMasters. Bryan was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple and was active in the outreach program. He was...