Donald L. BlackDonald L. Black, 68, of Akron, passed away on May 18, 2005. He was a member of St. Paul Episcopal Church and he also served as church organist and choir master at St. Andrew Episcopal Church in North Hill. Donald also served as a Stenographer in the Summit County court system. He was preceded in death by his...

Barbara J. HolderBarbara J. Holder, our beautiful wife, mother, and friend, passed on into the loving arms of our father in heaven to live with him for all eternity on May 17, 2005. Barbara was a beautiful earth angel who touched many hearts and will be greatly missed by all those who loved and knew her. She was a member...

Stanley C. Brown, Sr.Stanley C. Brown, Sr. went to be with the Lord on May 16, 2005. Born in Akron, OH on November 24, 1934, Stan lived in Streetsboro for the past 45 years. He retired from Terex in Hudson in 1988 and was a special deputy for the Portage County Sheriffs Department for a number of years. Stan enjoyed...

Edward Casper LongEdward Casper Long, 82, of Akron, died May 15,2005 at his residence after an extended illness. He was a veteran of WWII, serving with the US Navy; a member of AA and St. Paul Catholic Church. He enjoyed baking, traveling, and camping, all with a sense of humor. Preceded in death by his parents, Benet and Ora (Draper)...

Ruth A. Roush "Mamaw", 75, passed away on May 15, 2005 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Ruth was a member of Akron Baptist Temple and retired from A & P grocery store . Preceded in death by her parents Henry and Zelphia Davis; her husband Alva Roush; brothers Henry and Homer Adkins and Ralph Davis; and sister...

Cheryl (Carroll) Sodergren, died peacefully in her home on May 11 after courageously battling cancer. Cheryl was born in Akron, Ohio on June 17, 1940. She retired from Goodyear in 2002 after 28 years service. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Carroll and her sister, Mitzi Boner. She is survived by her husband, Richard Sodergren of North...

Hubert G. Horning, 75, of Randolph, passed away May 11, 2005. Hubert was employed as a carpenter at Goodyear Aerospace for most of his life. He often built toys and furniture for his children and grandchildren, and he devoted his time and talents to restorations at St. Joseph Church Randolph. In his free time, Hubert enjoyed playing euchre with friends...

Donna L. Adante,67, of Ravenna, Ohio passed from this life on Saturday, May 7, 2005 in Collierville, Tennessee after a brief illness. Donna was born in New Castle,Pennsylvania, but spent most of her life in Akron. Donna worked for a number of years as a secretary in the retread department at B.F. Goodrich before changing careers. She began working as...

Beverly Ann Boyd, 57, of Akron, died on May 9, 2005 at Akron City Hospital. She was born February 9, 1948 in Akron. Beverly was quick-witted and big-hearted. In her eyes, the sun rose and set on her grandkids who called her "Grandma Regular." She was a member of Goodyear Heights Baptist Church. Beverly was preceded in death by her...

John Allyn MeskoJohn Allyn Mesko, 48, passed away on May 6, 2005. John was employed at RCM as a purchasing agent. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Family was very important to John. He loved and cherished the special times he spent with his precious nephews. His big heart will be greatly missed by his...

Mae Elizabeth (Booth) Weaver, 80, of Akron, OH, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2005. Born in Clarksburg, WV on March 27, 1925. She lived in WV until 1956 then moved to Akron, OH. She retired from Akron City Hospital. She lived in the Arkon area until 1983 when she moved to Looneyville, WV. After her husband died in 1992,...

Helen Elizabeth CarterHelen Elizabeth Carter, 85, went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2005. She was born in Akron, OH and retired from Sears. She also worked at Penny's and was a beautician. She made baby layettes for the Good Neighbors that were given to newborns in area hospitals. She was a member of the Ellet Eastern Star...

Bonnie L. KittingerBonnie L. Kittinger, 59, of Akron, died on May 6, 2005 at Akron City Hospital. She was born November 20, 1945 in Akron, Ohio to the late Frank & Betty (Meffart) Kunstek. Bonnie was a loving, mother, grandmother and friend. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, J.R. Kittinger....

Mabel M. SpanglerMabel M. Spangler, 76, of Akron, passed away May 7, 2005. She was born September 4, 1928 in Pennsylvania to the late Frank & Vera Keller. Mabel was a member of God's Church of Deliverance. In addition to her parents, Mabel was preceded in death by her husband, Maurice W. Spangler and son, Maurice Spangler, Jr. She is...

Madelin HjelmquistMadelin Hjelmquist died at home on May 5, 2005. Madelin was born in Akron on November 11, 1921, to Orville and Daphne Skinner. After her marriage, she made her home in Cuyahoga Falls. Madelin's childhood love of nature developed into an adult avocation that she eagerly shared with her children and found useful in her work with Girl Scouts...

Leewana F. EarlenbaughLeewana F. Earlenbaugh, 72, passed away on May 5, 2005. She was a member of the Church of God on N. Arlington St. Preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Lillian Arthur. Survivors include her husband Byron of 53 years; sons Mark (Debbie) and Ron (Sarah); daughters Carol, Brenda (Barney), Debbie (Dennis); grandchildren Karen, Matt (Tina), Kim...

Harold L. Tarleton Harold L. Tarleton, 71, died May 5, 2005, following an extended illness. Born in Morgantown, WV, Harold served in the U.S. Air Force and had attended The House Of Joy Church. Harold always shared a friendly smile with all. Preceded in death by his father, Tom Tarleton; son, Harold G. Tarleton and one sister. Survived by one...

John C. (Jack) FaganJohn C. (Jack) Fagan, 68, passed away on May 4, 2005. Jack was born on October 26, 1936, and lived his entire life in Akron. He is preceded in death by his parents, John F. and Dorothy Fagan and his brother, Robert. Jack was a loving husband and father. He is survived by his wife of 45...

Robert W. HollandRobert W. Holland, 67, of Akron, passed away May 4, 2005. Robert was born in Akron on May 18, 1937 to the late Robert S. and Vera Holland. He leaves behind his former wife, Marlene Bigum Holland and many friends on Margaret St. Calling hours will be Sunday from 4-6 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton...