In Memory of   

 

Joseph Donofrio

``Joe D' passed away on Tuesday, August 30, 2011.

He was born in Akron on December 21, 1932 and attended South High School. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

Upon discharge, he worked for Bell Music Amusements and retired after 50 years of service.

Joe began playing pool at 13 years old. By the age of 15 he was beating everyone he played. At 17, to be able to get into billiard rooms, he obtained a draft card and traveled to Michigan, New York, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. In Wheeling, he played and beat ``Minnesota Fats.' He was known to be a courteous and soft spoken gentleman of the game and definitely not the hustler type. Joe will be remembered and missed by many in their circle.

He was an avid bowler and golfer also. That was Joe with bowling trophies, golf trophies and pool trophies-especially the day he was inducted to the ``Pool Hall of Fame'. No mater where he went, somebody would recognize him and call out, ``Hey, Joe D!'

Preceded in death by his sister, Mary Franklin; brothers, David, Pat and Tony; son, Joey Donofrio; stepson, David Bordonaro; grandson, Johnny Bordonaro and granddaughter, Tina Marie Bordonaro; Joe leaves his wife of 41 years, Connie; daughters, Jodi Ann Tarrant (Mike), Denise Flanagan (Art); stepsons, Donald (Kim), Richard (Barb) and John (Ronda) Bordonaro. Proud ``Pop-Pop' to David and Matthew Bordonaro, Michael (Sue) Ice, Michael, Sierra, Maxwell and Lucas Tarrant; and great-grandchildren, Ty, Anthony, Anastasia and Mason Bordonaro and Ryan, Cam and Jake Ice. This is Joe's family and he loved them dearly. He will be so missed. God Bless.

When he entered the gates of heaven, someone will surely be standing there waiting to shout.. ``Hey, Joe D!'

The family will receive friends TONIGHT from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton 44203, where military honors will be conducted. The family will also receive friends on Saturday from 12 Noon to 3 p.m. Condolences may be sent to his spouse, Constance; % the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton 44203.

 

 

Michael D. Gainer

 

Michael D. Gainer, 45, passed away July 21, 2011 after a boating accident.

He graduated from East High School in 1984. Michael worked for the Western Reserve Girl Scouts for over 15 years as a production manager of the print shop. He was a Stock Car/NASCAR fanatic, and will be loved and missed by everyone. Michael coached Little League Baseball in Copley for eight years with his son, Branson.

He is survived by his parents, John and Georgia Gainer; son, Branson Gainer; step-daughter, Danielle Kinney; granddaughter, Olivia; best friend, Cheryl Gainer; grandmothers, Peg Boylen of Akron, and Edith Booth of Tuscon, Arizona; and aunts, uncles, cousins, and many other loving family members and friends.

A memorial gathering will take place Wednesday, July 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, where a service will follow at 7 p.m. with Rev. Fleary Spurlock officiating. To leave the family a special message online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com.
NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334
 

 

Gene D. Lattea

Gene D. Lattea, 54, passed away February 20, 2011 after a long illness.

He was born in England but lived in most of his life in Norton, Ohio. Gene served in the U.S. Army and loved playing pool, golfing, hunting, and riding Harley motorcycles.

Preceded in death by his father, Fred and brother Steve. He is survived by his wife, Mari Scott; son Sean Lattea; step-sons, Del, Matt and Bryan Scott; mother, Jackie Lattea; brothers, Matt (Stephanie) and John (Mary Kay) Lattea; mother-in-law, Elva Scott; brothers-in-law, Michael, Benny, and Keith (Lori) Scott; sister-in-law, Tammy (Thomas) Stewart; and a host of other relatives. He will be dearly missed by all.

Cremation has taken place and a Memorial service will be held at a later date. (COX, BARBERTON, 330-745-3311)
 

 

Brian Alan Trumphour

Brian Alan Trumphour, 37, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, August 8, 2010, after a short battle with Leukemia.

Born June 25, 1973 to Paul and Juli Trumphour, he graduated from Ellet High School in 1991, where he was a four-year letterman in wrestling. Brian served with the U.S. Army for 12 years. He was the owner of Tri-County Concrete Leveling since 1995.

On July 10, 1999, he married the love of his life, Kimberly Nussbaum. Together they had three children, Kevin, Jonathan, and Lauren. Brian was fun to be around, always a comic, and loved his Mustang. He also enjoyed playing pool and with his team took state championship in 2006.

Preceded in death by his father-in-law, Chet Nussbaum, Brian is also survived by his brothers, Mark and Dan; mother-in-law, Doris Nussbaum; numerous other family members; and grandparents, Robert and Mary Horvath.

Calling hours will be Thursday, 4 to 8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. A graveside service will be held Friday, 10 a.m. at Greenlawn Memorial Park, followed by a memorial service at Grace Bible Church, 5781 Manchester Rd., Akron. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for his children's college funds. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com. (NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334.)
 

 

Gary K. Devore

BARBERTON -- Gary K. Devore, 56, passed away peacefully, May 15, 2010 after an extended battle with cancer.

He was born May 18, 1953 in Barberton. He was a 1971 graduate of Barberton High and a member of the original mini-magics basketball team.

He was preceded in death by parents, Peter M. and Berneda R. Devore.

Many thanks to the staff of Autumnwood Nursing and Rehab and Hospice of Wayne County.

Memorial service will be held May 22, 2010, Saturday, 11 a.m. at the Johnson United Methodist Church, 3409 Johnson Rd., Norton, OH 44203. Burial has taken place at Clinton Cemetery. Cox, Barberton, (330) 745-3311.
 

 

Byron "Dean" Birmingham

 
Byron 'Dean' Birmingham, 61, passed away on August 30, 2009.

Dean was a member of Springfield Assembly of God. He was the owner of Brown St. Café and enjoyed riding motor-cycles.

Preceded in death by his son, Byron Dean, Jr.; parents, Fern and John; and brothers, David, Dennis, and Darrell; survivors include his wife, Pamela; daughter, Nancy (Floyd) Otto; stepchildren, Mindy (John) Bradach and Daniel (Sarah) Lukens; sister, Janet Grable; special grandchildren, Kimberly and Sampson Lynn; grandchildren, Olivia, Braxton, and Emily; cousin, Richard; several nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Calling hours will be Tuesday, 4 to 7 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. Private inurnment service will take place at the convenience of the family.

To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com. (NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334.)
 

 

James E. Starcher

On February 22, 2009 Jim Starcher went home to be with the Lord and our mother. He passed unexpectedly.

Jim was a graduate of Green High School Class of 1982. He was the loving father of James Jr. and Heather. His father, William Sr., brothers, Bill Jr. and Tim loved him and will miss him very much.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Dottie Starcher. He leaves behind, many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and loved ones.

Jim was loved by all who knew him and was an avid pool player, golfer and loved sharing time with his son and his Boy Scout activities. Jim touched many lives and will be missed by all.

Funeral service will be on Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Schermesser Funeral Home, 600 E. Turkeyfoot Lake Road (Route 619 in Green). Calling hours will be on Friday, February 27th from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. Interment will be at Hillside Memorial Park. (SCHERMESSER-GREEN 330-899-9107)
 

 

Joan Cox 

Joan Cox, 66, passed away Thursday, August 23, 2007 at the Visiting Nurse Hospice Care Center in Copley.

She was born in Akron and was the owner-operator of the Glens Tavern in North Hill.

She will be deeply missed by her companion, Gordon Tarr; loving daughters, Kelly (Mike) Epling, Verna (Ed) Genet and Kathy (Joe) Bartholet; caring step-daughters, Crystal (Wayne) Chapman, April (Mike) Fracasso and Terri Potts; step-son, John Potts; 16 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nephew, Jerry (Andrea) Wojciechowski; uncle, Louis Archer; and extended family at the Glens and numerous friends.

To those I love, and those who love me. When I am gone, release me, let me go; I have so many things to see and do. You musn't tie yourself to me with tears, be happy that we had so many years. I gave you my love, you can only guess how much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it's time I traveled alone. So grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must, then let your grief be comforted by trust. It's only for awhile that we must part, so bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away for life goes on, so if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near. And if you listen with your heart, you'll hear all my love around you soft and clear. And then when you must come this way alone, I'll greet with a smile and "Welcome Home."

Memorial services will be held Monday, 7 p.m. at the Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Funeral Home, Rev. Ross Slaughter officiating. The family will receive friends Monday, 4 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse Hospice Care Center in Copley. (Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz, 330-724-1281, www.kakfh.com, AN ANTHONY FUNERAL HOME)
 

 

Lee Marquis

 
Lee Marquis, 61, died Sept. 19, 2006.

Born in Barberton, he was a Stow resident for 13 years, a U.S. Army veteran of Vietnam, and had been employed for many years at Admiral Equipment Co.

He is survived by his wife, Marcia; his children, Helen Black, Travis Craven, Chrissy Davis, Dale Held, Michelle Lewis, Patricia (Gary) Maag, and Jeff (Karen) Lewis; grandchildren, Kristopher and Mikel Phillips, Valerie (Larry) Harvey, Richard Johnson, Jacqui, Bo, and Andrea Maag, Julien, Tasha, and Kaia Lewis; great-grandson, Larry Harvey.

Friends may call Friday, 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m., at Redmon Funeral Home, where services will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. Interment at Crown Hill Burial Park. (REDMON, STOW, 330-688-6631.)
 

 

Kenneth Van Lieu

Kenneth Van Lieu, 54, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2006.

He was born in Wooster, Ohio, on June 15, 1951, the son of the late Ralph and Charlene Van Lieu. He was raised in Kenmore and attended St. Vincent's High School for ninth and 10th grade and completed high school at Kenmore, where he wrestled and graduated in 1969. Ken later also refereed high school wrestling in the area. He attended Akron U for three years, and retired after working for 31 years for the Akron Public Schools. Ken loved sports--OSU, Browns, Zips, Indians. He was on several pool and dart teams.

He is survived by his wife of 17 years, Teresa; daughter, Kate (Frank) Ferraro of West Palm Beach, Fla.; son, Michael Van Lieu of Baton Rouge, La.; sisters, Sharon (Jon) Newman of Rockville, Md., Nora (Marc) Anderson of Bettendorf, Iowa; brothers, Tom Van Lieu of Lafayette, Colo., Mark (Pam) Van Lieu of Uniontown, Bill Van Lieu of Hartville, and Scott Van Lieu of Springfield Township; his dogs, Mighty Quinn and Kirby.

A gathering will be Sunday, Jan. 22, 2006, 2 to 5 p.m., at Adams-Mason, 791 E. Market St., Akron. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Summit County Hospice of VNS for the purchase of a tree for the grounds, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, Ohio 44333. (ADAMS MASON, 330-535-9186.)
 

 

Jason Lee (Giusti) Rinehart

Jason Lee Rinehart was taken from us suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 9, 2005, the result of a congenital aortic dissection.

Jason was born in Rota, Spain, Oct. 5, 1972. He served in the U.S. Navy on The U.S.S. George Washington. He was employed by KBI Roofing. Jason loved everyone and touched the lives of all those he knew. He made us laugh and always smiled. He loved life and shared that love with everyone through his kind words, amazing sense of humor, and generous ways. He lived a very happy life with great love for his kids, family and friends. Jason loved nature and camping and especially riding and working on his 400EX.

Our hearts are forever broken and he will be truly and dearly missed always.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Erelene and Dewey Parr and Rose and Ennio Giusti, his uncle, Jerry Parr; and father-in-law, Buzz Cassidy. He is survived by parents, Jeanie and George Giusti and Bob Rinehart; children, Jacob, Justeen, Joey, and Joni; wife, Debra; grandparents, Betty and Dick Lanham; sisters, Jackie (Joe), Jessi (Billy), and Gina; cousins, Julie (Dennis) and Patio; nieces and nephews, Jack son, Julian, Jalena, Jeff, Josh and Liz; aunts and uncles, Jannie, Jeff, Cindy, Jim, Pat, Dick, Tom, Debbie, Dave, Sara, Fran cesca, Paul, Denice, Linda, Keith, Kirk, Mary, Fern, and June; cousins, Jon, Dan, Sam, Rachel, Nick, Cristian, Rick, Jeff, Shari, Jamie, JJ, Jen, Rissa, Sandy, Gabe, Tammy, Kim, Giustino, Giovanni, Paulo, Ashley, Sara, Kobe, Amber, Marie, WT, Jobena, Tommy, Marie, Tessa, Reeve, Aspen, Brandon, Jaziman, Francesca, Lucia, Ennio, Sophia, Gianna, Dezi, Paige, Rusty, Carey, Patty, Mary, Susie, Roberta, Gene, Lorriane, John, Sharon, Mackenzie, and Laci; and many more. Jason had many friends who loved him including his very good friend Brian.

The family will receive friends Sunday 2 to 5 p.m. at the Anthony & Biscan Funeral Home, 4178 Massillon Rd. (corner of Massillon and Steese Rds. in Green). Funeral Mass of the Resurrection will be held Monday, 100 a.m. at Nativity of the Lord Jesus Catholic Church, 2425 Myersville Rd.,(corner of Myersville and Killian Rds.). Donations may be made to the Rinehart Children's Fund at any Charter One Bank. (Anthony & Biscan, 330-899-9790, www.kakfh.com) An Anthony Family Funeral Home

 

 

Edward E. Brown Sr.

BARBERTON - Edward E. Brown Sr., 60, a longtime resident of Barberton, went to be with the Lord on Aug. 30, 2004.

He retired with 33 years of service from Lockheed Martin.

Preceded in death by his parents, he is survived by wife, Elizabeth; sons, Edward (Kim) and William (Barb); daughter, Julie (Kevin); grandchildren, Edward, Zachary, Matthew, Brittany, William, Gabriel, and Abbey; great-granddaughter, Alyssa; sisters, Billie (Dave), Judy (Bob), Dorothy (Lee), and Pat (Mike); and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be missed by family and friends for his love of family, nature, billiards, animals, fishing, cars, and his generous heart.

Funeral services will be Friday, Sept. 3, 2004, at 10 a.m., at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., Barberton, Pastor Kenneth L. Achmoody officiating. Burial at Greenlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends TODAY, Sept. 2, 2004, 6 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Haven of Rest Harvest Home and Barberton Hospice. (COX, BARBERTON, 330-745-3311.)

 

 

Paul E. Renner

SHARON CENTER - Paul E. Renner, 55, died unexpectedly Saturday, Sept. 20, 2003, in Sandusky.

Born in Wadsworth, Mr. Renner resided in Marblehead one year, previously residing in Sharon Center. He was an electrician for Thompson Electric for 25 years and a member of IBEW 306. He enjoyed billiards and, in years past, raising and showing horses.

Mr. Renner is survived by wife, Susie; children, Paul A. and wife, Bobbie of Northfield, Tony and wife, Janice of Florida, Jeffrey of Sharon Center, Dawn Lake and husband, Danny of Florida, Molly Anne Renner of Marblehead, Mindy Coleman and husband, Dan of Cleveland, Marla Della Penna of Sharon Center; grandchildren, Adam, Brandon, Paige, Danny, Seth, Rhett, and Macey; mother, Nellie Renner of Sharon Center; brothers, Jim and wife, Janet, Bill and wife, Vivian, Bruce, Norm and wife, Chas, all of Sharon Center; and his special dog, Pebbles. He was preceded in death by father, Bud.

Funeral services Wednesday, 8 p.m., at the Hilliard & Mullaney Funeral Home, 174 N. Lyman St., Wadsworth, where the family will receive friends Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until the time of service, Rev. Josh Harrison officiating. Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or American Heart Association.
 

 

David Andrew Hornacek

BARBERTON - David Andrew Hornacek, 34, died Friday, March 22, 2002.

A life resident of Barberton, he was a graduate of Barberton High School in 1985, received his Eagle Scout from Troop #100, and served in the U.S. Army. David was a life member of the N.R.A., an avid racing fan and hunter, crew chief for Liquid Speed and Sommers Racing. He had been employed by Krinkle House, Akron Classic Auto Body and was currently employed by Machining Corp of Ameri ca.

Preceded in death by grandparents, William and Sylvia Green, John and Mary Hor nacek; infant nephew, Nicholas Hornacek; he is survived by par ents, Clem and Lucille; sister, Bun ny (Rick) Holmes; brothers, George (Beth), Paul (Shannon); nieces and nephews, Kim and Krysten Holmes, Nathan, Olivia and Ben Hornacek, Paul Hornacek, Jr., Adam Shankland; uncle, "Bud" Dingey; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral service Monday, 3 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, with Fr. Carl Ciprian officiating. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association, National Rifle Association, or Wildlife Conservation. (Campfield-Hickman- Collier, 330-745-3161.)