Nick J. Romano, 90, passed away on June 26, 2005. Nick was a WWII veteran serving with the US Army. He was currently employed at Van Devere Oldsmobile. Preceded in death by his wife Bessie. Survivors include daughters Bonnie Bissett and Vicki (Don) Stump; granddaughters Laurie (Bill) McManigal and Katherine Stump; great-granddaughter Kari McManigal; and many special friends, family members,...

Golda K. Reighard, 86, passed away June 25, 2005 at Pebble Creek Nursing Home in Green. Golda was preceded in death by her husband, Harry E. Reighard, Jr. She is survived by her children, Harry E. Reighard III, Charles (Marie) Reighard, and Sandy (Ed) Buckley; five granddaughters; three great-grandchildren. Family and friends may call TODAY from 5-9 p.m. at NEWCOMER...

Ilene Marie Goldinger (Carnell)Ilene Marie Goldinger (Carnell), 68, passed away on June 24, 2005 after a lengthy illness. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, and crafting. Preceded in death by her son Daniel Goldinger; son-in-law Thomas DeAngelis; husband Wilbert Goldinger; infant daughter Kaylynn Goldinger; and granddaughter Sheila Goldinger. Survivors include daughters Sharon DeAngelis (John Iadimarco) and Karen (Charlie) Tinlin; sons Rick...

George A. BarauskasGeorge A. Barauskas, 51, of Akron, passed away June 24, 2005 after a courageous fight with cancer. George was employed at Preferred Rubber and was President of Local 418 and two other Locals. He will always be remembered for his kind heart and generosity, and will be missed by all who knew him. George was preceded in death...

Thomas B. Smith, born July 24, 1932, passed away June 23, 2005 after a lengthy illness. Thomas lived in Akron and was a member of Annunciation Church. He graduated from St. Vincent High School and later served in the U.S. Army. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service. In his free time, Thomas enjoyed all sports, including golf, baseball, and...

Ileta B. NewmanIleta B. Newman, 79, went to be with the Lord on June 21, 2005 at Heather Knoll Nursing Center. Ileta was born in Renick, West Virginia, on October 26, 1925, to the late M.C. and Ann Beard and moved to Akron as a teenager. She worked for many years at The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co., retiring in...

Martha Evelyn MossMartha Evelyn Moss, 79, of Green, passed away June 29, 2005 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born May 14, 1926 in Sparta, Tennessee to the late Joshua G. & Margaret E. (Stewart) Kent. Martha was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple where she loved serving her Savior in any capacity no matter what it was...

Wanda E. LawsonWanda E. Lawson, 71, joined her husband, Leroy; daughters, Nancy and Kathy; parents, James & Hazel (Ancell) Whaley in Paradise on June 28, 2005. Wanda was a member of Eastern Road Church of God where she was active in the Care Ministry. She is the beloved mother of Sylvia ( Chuck ) Steurer, Karen (Ed) Rosser, Rebecca (Art...

Dona Mae RairighDona Mae Rairigh, 82, of Akron, passed away June 20, 2005. Dona will be missed by her husband of 42 years, Charles; daughter, Linda (Bruce) Woodward of Madison, OH; son, J. Michael Huff of Albuquerque, NM; stepdaughter, Cindy Heckrow of Clearwater, FL; sister, Martha (Richard) Workman of Mantua, OH; brothers, Dale (Juanita) Pearson of Mantua, OH and Jack...

Charlotte M. MorganCharlotte M. Morgan, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, 75, of Akron, died on June 20, 2005 at the Hospice Care Center. She was born June 29, 1929 in Akron, Ohio to the late Charles & Dorothy (Reese) Wormald. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, William Wormald. She is survived by her...

Opal F. Drop Opal F. Drop, 89, of Akron went to be safe in the arms of Jesus on June 19, 2005. Opal was a devout Christian and prayed for all the children in her neighborhood and church every Monday at 5:00 p.m. The neighborhood children knew that they could go to her home for popsicles in the summer and...

Virginia E. WignerVirginia E. Wigner, 84, of Cuyahoga Falls Country Place, died on June 18, 2005 at Akron General Medical Center. She was born August 31, 1920 in Middleburne WV to the late Denzel & Audra Snyder. When she was able, Virginia was active at Holy Spirit Episcopal Church on E. Buchtel Ave. She enjoyed country music and enjoyed her...

Darla S. Huber, 48, passed away on June 16, 2005. She was preceded in death by her mother Roberta L. James. Survivors include her husband Gregory; son Jason; father John E. James; sisters Nancy (Taylor) Daniele, Denise (Johnny) McVay, Cheryl (Joe) Colebank, Peggy James (Bob Walchalk); mother-in-law Elizabeth J. Huber; 7 nieces and 5 nephews. Darla loved to cook and...

Daniel G. LongvilleDaniel G. Longville, 49, died suddenly on June 14, 2005. Daniel graduated in 1974 from Stow High, was a self-employed handyman, and avid sports fan, and had a poetic soul. He was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Mary Longville; and brothers, Bob and Kenny. Dan leaves behind his sons, Daniel and Adam; ex-wife and special friend,...

Shirley A. BryanShirley A. Bryan, 50, of Randolph, passed away at her residence following a long illness on Tuesday, June 14, 2005. She was born to Harry and Dorothy Thomas and lived in Suffield until she married. She enjoyed spending time with family and going camping and devoted twenty-five years to her career in banking. Survivors include her husband of...

Rosett A. Buckner, 56, passed away on June 13, 2005. Preceded in death by her father William Wiersch and her sister Yvonne Burdell. Survivors include her mother Lena Wiersch; sons Adam Buckner, Dan (Khalilah) Buckner, and John (Angela) Buckner; brother William Wiersch; special grandchild on-the-way; and beloved friends Bonnie Dockrill and Dave Buckner. Rosett was a really hip mom and...

Edna M. HershbergerThe Lord took Edna M. Hershberger to be an angel on June 13, 2005. Edna was born October 27, 1923 in Carthage, Tenn. During World War II, she contributed to the war effort by working at the Goodyear Air Dock. She retired from Young's Restaurant and was currently working for One To One Demonstrations. She was a member...

Anthony C. Spitaleri, Sr.Anthony C. Spitaleri, Sr., 80, passed away Friday, June 10, 2005 at Hospice of Visiting Nurse Center in Copley Twp. He was an Army Veteran and M.P. He retired from Metro Regional Transit Athority as a bus driver. He was born in Akron to the late Nunizito and Mary (Carusso) Spitaleri. Preceded in death by his sisters,...