Ronald E. ThomasRonald E. Thomas, 63, of Akron, went home to be with his Savior Jesus to be whole and in perfect health. Ronald was born January 5, 1942 and raised by his Bible teaching, God fearing parents, Rollo and Jewell Thomas. Throughout his career, Ronald worked in homebuilding, as a machinist at Goodyear Aerospace, and for Western Reserve Academy....

Michael P. WyckoffMichael P. Wyckoff, 77, of Akron, passed away July 21, 2005. Michael leaves his wife, Ruth; son and daughter-in-law, Garry and Anne and two granddaughters, Sara and Emily, all of Seattle, WA; brother, Paul; and sister, Elizabeth. Michael served as an Akron City fireman for 27 years. Cremation has taken place. A private memorial service will be held...

Lawrence "Larry" Morgan Lawrence "Larry" Morgan, 65, passed away on July 21, 2005. Preceded in death by his father Alton; sisters Jenny Channel, Edna Moroni, and Peggy Davis; and brothers Gary Morgan and David Morgan. Survivors include his mother Bernice Morgan; daughters Laura Thomas of Mesa, AZ, Denise Morgan of Akron, Kim Morgan of Akron, and Tricia Busse of Youngstown;...

Elizabeth Friend, 92, passed away on July 21, 2004. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and loved spending time with her daughters. Preceded in death by her husband Harry. Survivors include her daughters Elizabeth Badgett and Barbara Vargo; grandchildren Michael W. Badgett, Mark W. Badgett, Paul W. Badgett, II, Steven Vargo, Barbara Vargo, Richard Vargo,...

Loretta Mae Sigman Loretta Mae Sigman, 65, passed away on July 19, 2005. Preceded in death by her parents Bruce and Beryl Roy and her stepson Johnny Mark Knotts. Survivors include her husband George; sons John Knotts (Nicole Sambuco) and Jason Knotts; brothers Gary (Judy) Roy and Bus (Shirley) Roy; several grandchildren; stepson Rusty (Eileen); and stepdaughters Beth, Joan, Julie,...

Betty C Linger(Adams)Betty C Linger, 69, of Akron, passed away July 18, 2005, after a couragous battle with cancer. She was born January 9, 1936 in Morganton, GA. Betty spent most of her life in Akron, was employed for over 25 years at Thermo Rite, and loved bowling and playing cards. She enjoyed traveling with her husband of 48 years...

Roy F. "J.R." Wilkins Jr.Roy F. "J.R." Wilkins Jr., 78, passed away Sunday, July 17, at his home. J.R. was a lifelong resident of the Akron area, was a World War II veteran, and retired from the General Tire Company in 1983.J.R. was a loving and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. A true handyman, J.R. was always eager...

Jean "Moo" (Walker) WestenhaverJean "Moo" (Walker) Westenhaver, 84, of Stow, passed away on July 17, 2005. Moo will always be remembered for her fifteen pies at Thanksgiving and her delicious vegetable soup. She was preceded in death by her first husband, John Walker; second husband, Max Westenhaver; parents, Frank and Blanch Lysle; and son, Robert Walker. She is survived by...

Norma Jean ReynoldsNorma Jean Reynolds, 75, of Akron, passed away July 16, 2005. She was born February 12, 1930 in Akron. Norma loved animals and yardwork. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, and 1sister. Norma is survived by her daughters, Nancy (Tom) Wolfe & Mary (Jim) Cantor; sisters, Connie Raimond & Helen Novelli; brothers Dominick Mazzocco...

William F. Holsinger, Jr. (Skeeter)William F. Holsinger, Jr. (Skeeter) went home to be with the Lord on July 16, 2005. Skeeter was born July 18, 1946 to the late William & Louise Holsinger. Skeeter grew up in Springfield Twp. He was employed in the auto parts business for 30 years. Skeeter was an avid NASCAR fan. He enjoyed going to...

Edgar W. "Wally" WoodFollowing a courageous 5-year battle with lung disease, Edgar W. "Wally" Wood, 74, passed away peacefully with his loving wife of 53 years, Margie, by his side on Saturday, July 16, 2005 and entered into Heaven to be with his Heavenly Father. Wally was born in Uniontown, PA on December 3, 1930. Edgar retired in 1986 from...

Mary Lou KellerMary Lou Keller, 74, of Akron, passed away July 16, 2005. She was born March 22, 1931 in Bellaire, OH to the late Albert & Louise (Crow) Piccard. Mary Lou was an avid camper and enjoyed traveling and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She also had a wonderful sense of humor. In addition to her parents,...

Paul R. Bittner "Pee Bee"Paul R. Bittner, 66, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away July 16, 2005. Paul was a member of the Cuyahoga Moose Lodge 918 and American Legion 218 and an honorary member of the Twenty Buckhorn Club. Paul was preceded in death by his father, Phillip H. Bittner. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Betty...

Lawrence "Larry" L. TitusLawrence "Larry" L. Titus, 68, of Tallmadge, passed away on July 15, 2005. He was born on Aug. 26, 1936, in Akron to the late Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Titus. Larry served in the Air Force from May 2, 1958 to April 30, 1963. He lived an active life and especially enjoyed volleyball, photography and visiting friends...

Susan R. Chatman (Yass)Susan R. Chatman (Yass) was taken home by the Good Lord on July 15, 2005. She was a lifelong resident of Akron born on Dec. 17, 1946 to the late Ida Yass. Susan was in the nursing profession for 10 years and worked at Roselane Health Center. She enjoyed boating and was a member of the North...

Kenneth L. YonkerKenneth L. Yonker, 49, passed away July 14, 2005 after a courageous fight with cancer. Kenneth was employed for 25 years as a diesel mechanic at several companies including Kroger Company, Portage County Garage, and Yellow Freight. He was a member of Teamsters 964. In his free time, Kenneth earned his pilot's license and enjoyed camping, boating, water...

Jennie D. Dodson, 88, passed away July 13, 2005. Jennie was born April 12, 1917 in Hopewell, PA and graduated from Robert P. Smith Vocational School in 1935. She loved crossword puzzles, gameshows, and reading. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother and will be missed by all. Jennie was preceded in death by her parents and nine brothers...

Henry Farmer, 83, passed away on July 11, 2005. Preceded in death by his son David Farmer and his daughter Norma Gill. Survivors include his wife Glenna Marietta; daughters Donna (Gerry) McBurney, Sandy Schoenly, and Naomi Lynn Karell; sons Donald Henry (Liz) and George E. (Denise); sister Dorothy Eakin; brother James; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Calling hours will be...

Lynn C. Babkoff, 68, passed away on July 9, 2005 at Akron General Medical Center. Preceded in death by her parents Fredrick and Marge Orschiedt and brother Rick Orschiedt. Survivors include daughters Jane (Greg) Law and Jennifer (James) Prack; sons Ronald (Tammy) Babkoff, II and Brian Babkoff; brother Peter (Gretchen) Orschiedt; grandchildren Sara and Al Babkoff, Jessica and Katlyn Van...

George Goodman, 78, passed away peacefully at VNS Hospice on July 10, 2005. Born in Yukon, West Virginia, he is survived by Stacil, his loving wife of 52 years. He is also survived by son Dale (Margaret) Goodman, daughter Nancy (Russell) Gregory, sister Thelma (Burb) Vance, brothers Harold (Geneva) Goodman and Roland (June) Goodman, sister-in-law Eva Goodman, brother-in-law Joe Wimmer...