Christopher Newell Marquart
Christopher Newell Marquart passed away in the arms of his loving parents, Chris and Laura, shortly after his birth on March 9, 1998. He is survived by grandparents, Giles and Irene Marquart, Ray and Mary Newell; sisters, Cindy, Sandy, Genel, Christine, Sharon, and Brianna; brothers, Phil, Steve, and Robbie; aunts, Sandy (Jerry) Cash, Betsy (Larry) Duffy; uncle, Randy (Bonnie) Newell; many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. (Hopkins Lawver, Uniontown, 733-6271.)

Sean L. Martin
Sean L. Martin, 25, joyfully accepted the invitation of his Lord, saying, ``Come up higher,'' suddenly with his Lord, on Wednesday, March 11, 1998. Friends may call from 6 to 8 TONIGHT at the Sommerville Funeral Chapel, with funeral services immediately following, Pastor William Mahiri officiating. Interment at Lakewood Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to 1102 S. Hawkins Ave. (Marco Sommerville, 836-2725.)

Dorothy A. Masturzo
Dorothy A. Masturzo, 79 years, went to the Lord on March 15, 1998. Born in Akron, she was a lifetime area resident. She was a member of Annunication Church. Survivors include children, Marianne Andy of Washington, Pa., Carol Deme of Akron, and James J. Masturzo of Massillon; six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and sister, Catherine Holan of Fairlawn. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, 11 a.m. at Annunciation Church. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Friends may call at Annunciation Church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until time of Mass. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army or the Haven of Rest. (Hummel, a Golden Rule Funeral Home, 253-6126.)

Vesta J. McElroy
Vesta J. McElroy, 76, of East Summit Street, Kent, died Wednesday at her home. She was born Nov. 13, 1921, in Kent to Harry A. and Agnes (Drake) Favors. She retired from Kent State University Bookstore, where she was a book buyer. She was a member of Methodist Church of Avon, Ohio, and the Kent State University School--39'er Committee. Survivors include her daughters, Michelle Carnahan of Thousand Oaks, Calif., Karla J. McElroy of San Francisco, Calif., and Paula (Stephen) Jonsson of Bradenton, Fla.; grandchildren, Suzan Carnahan of Woodranch, Calif., Geoffrey Jonsson of Bradenton, Fla., and Lisa Jonsson of Bradenton, Fla.; and sisters, Vivian Favors Garl of Kent and Mary Sowinski of Port Charlotte, Fla. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert M., in 1994; and by sister, Charlotte ``Louise'' Darrah in 1993. Calling hours will be held 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the Bissler & Sons Funeral Home, where funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, with Rev. Robert Brooks officiating. Burial will be at Standing Rock Cemetery in Kent. Memorials may be made to Portage County Visiting Nurse Services and Hospice, 234 S. Water St., Kent 44240. (Bissler & Sons Funeral Home, 330-673-5857.)

David William McFrye
David William McFrye, 34, of St. Augustine Beach, Fla., formerly of Akron, died March 8, 1998. David was born in Akron, and graduated from St. Vincent-St. Mary High School, Class of '81. He moved to Florida 15 years ago, and was employed as a carpenter. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Patricia and Joseph LaSalle of Uniontown; father and stepmother, William and Corrine McFrye of Cuyahoga Falls; brother, Michael McFrye of Akron; maternal grandmother, Ann Shannon; paternal grandmother, Ada McFrye, both of Akron; fiancee, Julie Russell of St. Augustine Beach; and his pet, Rocky. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 TONIGHT at the Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 811 Grant St., Akron. A memorial Mass for David will be celebrated at 9 a.m. Wednesday at St. Frances De Sales Catholic Church. Inurnment at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to Hospice Northeast, 1400 Old Dixie Hwy. Suite A, St. Augustine, Fla. 32086. (Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr, Akron Grant Street, 253-8121.)

Thomas McIver
Thomas Michael (Tom Tom) McIver left his earthy home Tuesday, March 10, 1998, after a brief illness. He was born Aug. 14, 1966, and had been an Akron resident all of his life. He was a graduate of Garfield High School. Thomas is survived by mother, Imogene McIver of Akron; father, Thomas (Sandra) McIver of Georgia; sister, Carla McIver of Akron; grandmothers, Ira Lee Stallworth and Lucille Prestwood of Akron; nephew, Kenny Clinton of Akron; aunts, Mary (Edward) Drake and Ernestine Thornton of Akron; uncles, John (Dorothy) Stallworth, Alexander (Ernestine) Stallworth, Elbert (Sandra) Stallworth, Wilbert (Phyllis) Stallworth, Pastor Ernest (Marcia) Stallworth; special friends, Helen Mullins and Michael Tex Motley; and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, March 16, 1998, at Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home, with Pastor Ernest Stallworth officiating. Friends may call at the chapel at 9:30 a.m. Processional will form and condolences may be sent to 1152 Marcy St. (Stewart & Calhoun, 535-1543.)

Edwin Gerald ``Jerry'' McKee
Edwin Gerald ``Jerry'' McKee, 72, passed away March 12, 1998 after a long illness. Born in Akron, he was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, life member of V.F.W. Post No. 1062, member of Honor Guard and Color Guard, and past commander of American Legion Post 611 and 40 & 8 Voyageur No. 468. He is survived by his wife, Marie; children, Jerri Lynn Page, John (Dawn) McKee, Susan (Don) Reed, Paul (Karri) Troutman, Casie and Shelley Troutman; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren. Funeral services Monday at 9:30 a.m. at the Eckard Baldwin Sanctuary Chapel, 760 E. Market St. Interment Northlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. (Eckard-Baldwin Funeral Home & Chapel, 535-7141.)

William D. McReynolds
William D. McReynolds, 93, went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 1998 at Akron City Hospital. Born in Pensecola, Fla., he lived as a beloved member of the Akron, Ohio community for many years and was retired from the Sheraton and Mayflower Hotels. To cherish his memory, he leaves his two sons, Wilbur McReynolds and David Valdes, both of Akron; cousin, Donna Nance of Shaker Heights, Ohio; granddaughter, Valencia; great-grandchildren, Brittany and David and other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be held Friday, March 13, 1998, 12 noon at Turner & Rhoden Memorial Home Chapel, 1101 Palmetto Avenue, Akron, Ohio 44306, where the family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until time of service. Interment at Mt. Peace Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to 1170 5th Avenue, Akron, Ohio 44306. (Turner & Rhoden, 724-1201.)

William Melton
William Melton, 60, of Lawrenceburg, Tenn., passed away March 9, 1998, at Summit County Hospice Care Center. He was a veteran, and a member of the V.F.W. Post 1618. William is survived by wife, Rebecca; sister, Rachel Melton Schmidt; mother-in-law, Mom Kate; sons, Eric Melton of Pekin, Ind., Troy Melton of Jefferson, Ind., Delbert and Raymond Hagerty of Akron; daughter, Connie Babcox of Akron; and 10 grandchildren. Memorial services to be held Friday, March 13, 1998, at 7 p.m., at Tallmadge Foursquare Church, 1393 Southeast Ave. at Newton Street. No flowers, please. Any donations may be made to Summit County Hospice Care Center.

Frank P. Merkum
Frank Merkum, 81, is survived by wife, Florence; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Elizabeth; sisters, Lucille Axner and Josephine Putnik. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 18, at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church (4022 Johnson Rd.), at 9:30 a.m. Visitation will be Tuesday at the Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., from 3 to 7 p.m. A prayer service will be held at 4:45 p.m. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNS Hospice Care Center (3358 Ridgewood Rd.) (Cox, Barberton, 745-3311.)

Helen I. Messner
CANAL FULTON -- Helen I. Messner, 84, went home to be with the Lord on March 2, 1998, at Chapel Hill Community Home in Canal Fulton. She was born in Norton, and was a resident of Canal Fulton for the past eight years. She was employed by the Guernsey Memorial Hospital in Cambridge, Ohio, for nine years as a nurses' aide. She was a member of Canal Fulton Christian Fellowship. She was preceded in death by husband, James L.; daughters, Dorothy Smith and Evelyn Carneal; son, Joseph. She is survived by sons, James R. (Janice) of Canal Fulton and William of Akron; daughters, Janet (B. E. Bruner) of Florida, Mary Munson of California, and Shirley (Don) Brumblough of Clinton; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, Marion Leatherman of Wadsworth and Doris Gorby of Oregon. She leaves many friends at Echoing Ridge in Canal Fulton; and special friends Jean and Frank Sawyer of Clinton. The funeral will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Canal Fulton Christian Fellowship, Rev. Kenneth Cochrane officiating. Burial at Sunset View Cemetery in Londonderry, Ohio. Friends may call TONIGHT, 7 to 9. If one wishes, memorials may be made to Stark County Hospice. (Hahn, Barberton, 825-2467.)

Evelyn M. Meyer
Evelyn M. Meyer, 54, of Akron, passed away March 15, 1998, after a long battle with cancer. Born in Bombay, India, she lived in the Akron area most of her life. Mrs. Meyer was formerly employed by the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., and currently worked at Acme Super Center 53. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her father, Albert J. Crites, she is survived by her husband of 29 years, Kenneth Meyer; son, Michael; daughter, Kimberly Meyer, both of Akron; mother, Winifred Crites of Akron; brother, Richard Crites of Florida; sisters, Sally Rumble of Illinois, Sue Adams of Stow; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Wendell and Betty Meyer of Tallmadge. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, 10 a.m., at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 2603 Benton St., Akron.Interment at Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may call at the Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Rd. (Route 91), Akron, from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, where a wake service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron 44333. (Hopkins Lawver, Akron, 733-6271.)

Yvonne L. Midcap
Yvonne L. Midcap, 61, passed away March 11, 1998. She was born in Akron and lived her life in Akron. She is survived by husband, Charles; daughter, April (David) Ikey of Wooster; sons, Christopher of Florida and Charles (Barbie) of Texas; eight grandchildren, and many friends. There will be no visitation or services. (Schlup-Pucak, 745-3131.)

Joseph J. Miller
Joseph J. Miller, 73, of Lodi, died Sunday, Feb. 28, 1998, at Medina General Hospital. He was born April 30, 1924, and was a lifetime resident of Lodi. Joe enlisted in the United States Navy upon graduation from Lodi High School, and served in the European campaign during World War II. Upon his return he was employed at Fetzer Ford and became owner of the dealership in 1978, under the name of Turek-Miller Ford. He was a member of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, Lodi American Legion, Lodi Rotary, and Lodi Methodist Church. He was honored as Lodi Businessman of the Year in 1985, and retired in 1990. Surviving are wife, Eva; daughter, Chris (Dan) Goodrow of Lodi; son, Tommy (Rebecca) of Delaware, Ohio; two granddaughters, four stepchildren, seven stepgrandchildren; sisters, Lucile Welsh of Savannah and Glady Carr of Mansfield; and brother, Dick Miller of Wadsworth. He was preceded in death by wife, Josephine; sisters, X Bryant and Helen House; and brother, Bruce Miller. Calling hours Wednesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., at Parker Funeral Home in Lodi. Services will be Thursday, 11 a.m., at Lodi Methodist Church. Burial at Woodlawn Cemetery in Lodi. Memorial contributions may be made to Lodi Methodist Church, 320 Medina St., Lodi 44254. (Parker & Son, 1-330-948-1122.)

Leo Miller
Leo Miller, 80, died March 14, 1998. Mr. Miller was born in Gladstone, N. D., and had been an Akron resident since 1942. He was a licensed civil engineer, retiring from Goodyear Aerospace with 40 years service. Mr. Miller was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel. His survivors include his wife, Irene, to whom he was married 53 years; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Bryne of Houston, Texas, Dr. David and Debbra of Uniontown; sisters, Eleanor Reichert of San Francisco, Calif., Eva Schloss of Dickinson, N. D., Mrs. Robert (Agnes) Flynn of Naperville, Ind.; grandchildren, Benjamin, Zachary, Nathan, Stephannie, and James. Calling hours TONIGHT, 6 to 9, at the Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr Fairlawn Chapel, 39 S. Miller Rd., where the Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. Requiem High Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, 2935 Chenoweth Rd. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to the Visiting Nurses Hospice Program. (Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr, Fairlawn Chapel, 867-7306.)

Richard T. Miller Sr.
Richard T. Miller Sr., 64, passed away March 2, 1998, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Miller was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the United States Navy. He is survived by his daughters and son-in-law, Sandra Miller, Susan and Terry Mellen, Jenny Miller; sons and daughters-in-law, Richard Jr. and Chris Miller, Jeffery and Rose Miller, Steven and Laurie Miller, Robert Miller, Dennis Miller; brothers and sister-in-law, Vernon Miller Jr., Bill and Vee Miller; 11 grandchildren; mother of his seven children, with whom he remained good friends, Ellie Moll. Memorial services will be held at the convenience of the family. (FARLEY, 784-3334.)

Betty Jean (Provence) Mitchell
On March 15, 1998, and after a short illness, Betty was absent from the body and present with the Lord Jesus Christ, whom she trusted and loved as her personal savior, and from whom she received the gift of eternal life. Betty was born on December 12, 1927, in Gary, Ind. She was the third daughter and one of nine children of the late Henry J. and Sylvia M. Provence. She resided in the Akron-Uniontown-North Canton area all of her life shortly after birth. Betty was an alumni of the Coventry High School Class of 1945, and was a very active member of the Coventry High School Alumni Association, having served as vice president, and currently serving as a trustee and a member of the Scholarship Committee. Betty was employed at the Babcock Wilcox Company in the Accounting Department, and retired in 1995 after 29 years of faithful service. Betty's home going was preceded by the passing of her parents; sisters, Henrietta J. Provence and Athena M. Hunt; and brother, Edward L. Provence. She was the beloved mother to one daughter and four sons; beloved grandmother to eleven; and beloved great-grandmother to one. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Diane and Bob Petroski of Uniontown; sons and daughters-in-law, Jim and Rana of Oceanside, Calif., Kelly and Vickie, and Scott and Teri, all of Cuyahoga Falls, and Steve and Michelle of Hartville; sisters, Louise Arbuckle of Albuquerque, N.M., and Mary Randolph of Mogadore; brothers, James H. Provence, Paul D. Provence, and Richard W. Provence, all of Akron; grandchildren, Shari (Mark) Austin, Julie (Greg) Menendez, Rick (Jeanine) Mitchell, Cindy (Steve) Ivey, Katie, Alexis, Adam, Matthew, Heather, Shelbey, and Conner Mitchell; and great-grandchild, Ashley Austin. Betty was a charter and faithful member of Calvary Church in Uniontown. Her faithful pastor and longtime friend, Michael J. Sobitz, will conduct her memorial service at the Hopkins Lawver UNIONTOWN Funeral Home, 3553 Northdale St., at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 1998. Interment at Greenlawn Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 9 p.m. TONIGHT. In lieu of flowers, friends may desire to send gifts to a living memorial fund as their expression of love, sympathy and respect as a lasting tribute to Betty. Gifts may be sent to the Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron 44333. When your living memorial gift is received, the family will be notified of your concern and thoughtfulness. (Hopkins Lawver, Uniontown, 733-6271.)

Porter Allen ``PI'' Mong
Porter Allen ``PI'' Mong, 84, died March 4, 1998. He was a life resident of the Barberton and Akron areas, and retired from Polysar Rubber in 1984 after 47 years of service. He was a U. S. Navy veteran of World War II, and a member of Barberton First Church of Christ and Barberton Bowling League. He was preceded in death by son, Porter Allen Mong II. Surviving are wife of 59 years, Betty; sisters, Ruby Krunich of Barberton, Hazel Davidson of Orange, Calif.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services Saturday, 10 a.m., at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, Ryan Hayden officiating. Burial at Greenlawn Cemetery, where a military service will be conducted by Barberton V.F.W. Post 1066. Visitation TODAY, 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. (Campfield-Hickman-Collier, 745-3161.)

Annie Catherine Moore
Annie Catherine Moore, 64, of Elkmont, Ala., died March 16, 1998, at Athens Limestone Hospital. Born Aug. 24, 1933, in Giles County, Tenn., she was a school bus driver for the Board of Mental Retardation in Akron, as well as an Ohio nurse for 20 years at Akron General Medical Center. She was a member of Holiness Church of Jesus. She is survived by her sons, Darry Moore and Keith Moore, both of Elkmont, Ala.; daughters, Helen Boley of Elkmont, Ala., and Brenda Gover of Athens, Ala.; nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; brothers, James Newman of Moulton, Johnny Newman of Leighton, Ala., Daniel Newman of Mississippi, and Bobby Newman of Town Creek; sisters, Myrtle Anderson, Rachel Parker, Joyce Davis, all of Athens, Ala., Marie Bolin and Hazel Adams, both of Elkmont, Ala., and Margaret Tarpley of Anderson. Funeral services were held Thursday at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home, Bro Buddy Payne officiated. Burial at Gatlin Cemetery.

Virgie W. Morrell
Virgie W. Morrell, 89, passed away March 7, 1998 at Pleasantview Nursing Home. She was born in Shelbyville, Tenn., and lived most of her life in the Akron area. Preceded in death by husband, Jerome O. in 1997, she is survived by sons, Thomas of Deerfield, Timothy of Minnesota; grandchildren, Karl and Katherine; and great-grandchildren, Joseph and Gregory. Graveside services Wednesday, 1 p.m. at Greenlawn Cemetery, 2580 Romig Rd., Akron. There will be no visitation. (Prentice, 753-7721.)

Carl Edwin Mosley
Carl Edwin Mosley, 75, passed away suddenly March 2, 1998. Born in Richlands, Va., he lived most of his life in Akron, and retired from Roadway Express. Mr. Mosley served in the U. S. Army during World War II. He is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, David E. and Patie of North Myrtle Beach, S. C., William E. and Carol Ann of Franklin Township; daughter, Mitzi Mace of Springfield Township; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and sister, Libby Durbin. Funeral services will be Friday, 1 p.m., at the Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Rd. (Route 91), Akron, with Rev. Roby A. Hylton officiating. Burial at Hillside Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to the American Cancer Society or your favorite charity. (Hopkins Lawver, Akron, 733-6271.)

Anne E. Myers
STOW -- Anne E. Myers, 81, died March 11, 1998. Born in Alphoretta, Ky., she was a lifetime area resident, having lived many years in Silver Lake. Preceded in death by husband, Bruce, in 1980, she is survived by daughter, Patricia Moon of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico; sons, Larry of Hilton Head, S. C., Alan of Bolivar, Ohio; four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Ringler of Tallmadge; brother, William Shanahan of Youngstown. At her request, there are no services or calling hours. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron 44333. (Redmon, Stow, 688-6631.)