Eino K. Sarkkinen
Eino K. Sarkkinen, 78, residing at 119 Greenbrier Lane, Sandusky, died Saturday morning at Providence Hospital, after a lengthy illness. He was born in Fairport Harbor, Ohio, on June 30, 1919, and was a graduate of Fairport Harding High School in 1937. He was a 1946 graduate of Ohio State University, with a bachelor's degree in business, majoring in transportation. He was the vice president of operations and maintenance of Roadway Express for 30 years. He was a major in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II, where he was an Air Force pilot, flight instructor, then commander of a B-29 bomber wing. He was a 25-year member of the Fairlawn Country Club in Akron, and a member of the Ohio State Alumni Association, where he played varsity football and was a member of the Varsity O Club. He was an avid golfer, and loved fishing and traveling around the world. He is survived by his wife, Mildred (Leikala) Sarkkinen, to whom he was married 56 years (Dec. 31, 1941); and son, Stephen S. Sarkkinen of Rochester, N. Y. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eino N. and Rauha ``Rose'' (Peltonen) Sarkkinen; and by brother, Esco Sarkkinen, in 1998. There will be no visitation. Memorial services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Groff Funeral Home, 1607 E. Perkins Ave., Sandusky. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Northeast Ohio Affiliate, Inc., 1689 E. 115th St., Cleveland 44106-3988.

Valeria A. Schill
Valeria A. Schill, 62, died May 19, 1998. Mrs. Schill was a life resident of Akron. A graduate of Buchtel High School in 1954, Mrs. Schill was employed by Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. for 25 years, and recently retired from Evant, Inc. She was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Akron Woman's City Club, Witan, a past member of Blossom Music Center Auxiliary, and a Stan Hywet volunteer. Mrs. Schill is survived by husband of 42 years, Bill; son and daughter-in-law, Gregory and Sandra; granddaughter, Sarah, all of Sylvania, Ohio; sister-in-law, Eloise Schill of Copley; sisters, Mildred Deatherage of Santa Maria, Calif., Wanda Beck of Akron, Juanita Keslar of Amelia Island, Fla.; brother, Eldon Crislip of Naples, Fla. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1361 W. Market St., Akron 44313, with Dr. Richard L. McCandless officiating. Entombment at Rose Hill Burial Park. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church Music Program. (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 867-4141.)

Danny Schlagenhauser
Danny Schlagenhauser, 45, died May 17, 1998. He had been an area resident all his life. He is survived by wife, Marcella; daughter, Dawn Holmes; son, Daniel; stepchildren, Billie, David, John, and Richard Preston, all of Akron; grandchildren, Dustin Kaltwasser, Matthew Lytton, David Preston; mother, Audrey Schlagenhauser; brothers, Robert and Michael; sisters, Evonne Black and Barbara Schlagenhauser; many nieces and nephews. Friends may call TODAY from 2 to 4 and 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Schlup-Pucak Funeral Chapel, Kenmore Boulevard at Eighth Street, where funeral services will follow at 8:30 p.m. with Rev. Rick Rodgers officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. (Schlup-Pucak, 745-3131.)

Mary Kitt Scott
Mary Kitt Scott, 78, born Dec. 17, 1919, in Akron, died April 2, 1998, in Florida. She moved to Green Township in 1955. She is survived by husband, Russell; son, Roger Scott; and daughter, Beth Davis. Mary touched many youth lives in her 40 years in 4-H. She will be greatly missed. There will be a memorial at Queen of Heaven Church, 1800 Steese Rd., Green, on May 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity.

Helen Parsons Seesdorf
Helen Parsons Seesdorf, 75, died May 29, 1998. Funeral announcements later. (Billow, 867-4141.)

M. Lois Seigfreid
M. Lois Seigfreid, 69, died May 15, 1998. Mrs. Seigfreid was born in Shinnston, W. Va., and lived in the Akron area since the age of 12. A graduate of East High School, she loved to spend time with her daughters and grandchildren, and loved to work with animals. Preceded in death by her parents, Beulah and Frank Shrader; and daughters, Linda Seigfreid and Nancy Burgess, she is survived by husband, William F. of the Portage Lakes; daughters, Deborah (Randy) Hanson of the Portage Lakes and Lisa (Brad) Turbyfill of the Portage Lakes; son-in-law, Tom Burgess; grandchildren, Sherri (Kevin) Ferguson, Jenifer (Jamie) Rice, Ryan and Kara Pinkus, Brandon and Joshua Burgess; two great-grandchildren, names to be announced in July and September; brother-in-law, James (Mary) Seigfreid of Sebring, Fla.; nephews, James and Mark Seigfreid. Services will be held at 2 p.m. MONDAY at the Billow LAKES Chapel, 472 W. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd., with Rev. Daryl Moulder officiating. Interment at Lockwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home SUNDAY, 6 to 9 p.m. (Billow LAKES Chapel, 867-4141.)

Frances Baddley Sidney
Frances Baddley Sidney, 72, passed away May 17, 1998, at Akron General Medical Center, after a short illness. Born in Granada, Miss., she had lived in this community for over 40 years. She was associated with Thornton Branch Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness. She was a member of Senior Worker's Action Program and CYO. She is survived by daughters, Ruby Baddley and Rosie (Richard) Taylor, both of Akron; sons, Henry (Ruthie) Baddley of Akron and Stanford (Sally) Baddley of Fort Shawnee, Ohio; 13 grandchildren, 24 grandchildren; sisters, Ruby Malone, Lydie (David) Herron, and Barbara Bickley of Akron; brothers, James (Elizabeth) Elie of Akron, Percy (Jean) Elie of Fort Collins, Colo., Gilbert (Nancy) Elie and Mack (Elaine) Elie, both of Akron; a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home, Brother Preston Lewis, speaker. Interment at Mount Peace Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel from 10 to 11 a.m. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 435 Beechwood Dr. (Stewart & Calhoun, 535-1543.)

Robert E. Sigmund
BARBERTON -- Robert E. Sigmund, Sr., age 59, of Barberton, died May 16, 1998 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 18, 1939 in Malvern, Ohio to Joseph and Katherine Sigmund. He lived most of his life in the Barberton area and was employed at Lectromelt Casting for many years. Preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, brothers and sister, he is survived by sons, Robert Jr., (Stefanie) of Green, Charles Norman of Barberton and Richard Norman of Norton; daughters, Pamela D. Wassam and Barbara K. Sigmund of Barberton; grandchildren, Holly Wassam, Tina Norman and Austin and Crystal Sigmund; brother, Val (Monica) Murillo of Barberton; and many other loving relatives and friends. Funeral services are Wednesday, May 20, 1998 at 10 a.m. at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., Barberton. Pastor Brian Cowan is officiating. Burial is at Greenlawn Cemetary. Calling hours are Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Visiting Nurses Hospice Care Center and American Cancer Society. (Cox, Barberton, 745-3311.)

Edward D. Smalley
Edward D. Smalley, 84, passed away May 19, 1998. Born in Akron, he was a World War II army veteran in the 101st Airborne Division. Mr. Smalley received the Purple Heart and Distinguished Unit Citation at the Battle of the Bulge, where he was taken P.O.W. He retired from B. F. Goodrich after 41 years of service. Mr. Smalley was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church for 32 years, where he served as an usher. He also helped with the church's Day Center, where he worked on many projects in the church and community. Preceded in death by son, Donald, he is survived by his wife of 52 years, Bernice; sister, Dorothy (Henry) Rafeld of Barberton; three brothers-in-law; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral Services Tuesday, 11 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church, 50 North Prospect St., Pastor David Scharf officiating. Interment, Mt. Peace Cemetery. There will be calling hours Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Eckard-Baldwin Funeral Home, 760 E. Market St., and on Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until service time. Should friends desire, memorial donations may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church. (Eckard-Baldwin Funeral Home & Chapel, 535-7141.)

Darlene Kay Smith (nee Slater)
Darlene Kay Smith, 40, died May 29, 1998, at Hospice of Visiting Nurse. She was born in Akron and was a life resident of the Akron-Barberton area. She was employed with B & C Corp. for 10 years as a quality control supervisor. She was a member of Columbia United Church of Christ in Barberton. She was a member of American Legion Post 449 Auxiliary, Ancient Order of Hibernians, South Akron Eagles Post 555, and Sokol Lodge 167. She is survived by husband, Richard; mother, Betty Slater of Barberton; sisters, Cindy (Gary) Mitchell of Brimfield, Linda (Tom) Byers of Portage Lakes; stepdaughters, Ann Marie (Capt. Patrick) Ginn of Caperas Cove, Texas, Lisa Ann Smith of Wadsworth; stepgranddaughter, Gabrielle Ginn; one niece, three nephews, numerous relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Saturday (June 6, 1998), 11 a.m., at the Hahn Funeral Home, Pastor David C. Craig officiating. Inurnment at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Friends may call Saturday, one hour prior to service time. Memorials are requested to Hospice of Visiting Nurse. ``Rest in peace, Dar.'' (HAHN, Barberton, 825-2467.)

Donald E. ``Smitty'' Smith
Donald E. ``Smitty'' Smith, 74, of Akron, passed away May 20, 1998, at Akron City Hospital. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U. S. Army, and retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 39 years of service. Mr. Smith was an avid bowler, a collector of antique pocket watches, and will be remembered as a kind and gentle man to all who knew him. He was always there for his children who describe him as a ``true and giving father'' in their times of need. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 56 years, Ruth Smith; daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen Smith, Ruth and Glenn Park, Doris and Carl Lange; sons and daughters-in-law, Donald and Carol Smith, Robert Smith of Germany, John and Becki Smith, Mark and Mandy Smith of Virginia; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, several sisters and brothers. Friends may call Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd. (at Gilchrist Road), where services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. Interment at Greenlawn Cemetery. (FARLEY FUNERAL HOME, 784-3334.)

Emily Lankford Smith
SMYRNA -- Emily Lankford Smith, age 76, of Smyrna, died Friday, May 15, 1998. Survivors include two daughters, Lynn Smith Hayes of Marietta, Ga., and Maggie Smith March of Medina, Ohio; brother, W. Craig Langford, Murphy, Tenn.; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends after the service at the residence. Mayes Wards-Dobbs Funeral Home in Marietta is in charge of arrangements. Memorial services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 1998, in the chapel of Mayes Ward-Dobbins Funeral Home with the Rev. Rich Boyd officiating. Contributions can be made to Wellstar Hospice, 55 S. Medical Dr., Marietta, Ga. 30060. (Mayes Ward-Dobbins, (770) 428-1511.)

Phillip A. Smith
Phillip A. Smith, 66, of West Palm Beach, Fla., formerly of Cuyahoga Falls, died May 13, 1998. Mr. Smith served in the Korean Conflict, and had been a Florida resident for the past nine years. Preceded in death by father, Robert; mother, Zelma; and brother, Roger, he leaves his loving wife, Nancy; sons, Phillip C. Smith, Danny L. Smith, and Thomas A. Smith; daughters, Janet E. McGuinnis and Sharon L. Ward; brothers, Robert Smith, Arthur Smith, David Smith, and Malcomb Smith; sister, Lucella Wiley; and 13 grandchildren. Memorial services for Mr. Smith will be conducted by the Firestone V.F.W. Post on Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Northlawn Cemetery Chapel. (Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr, Portage Trail, 253-8121.)

Glenyth W. Snow (nee Welch)
Glenyth W. Snow (nee Welch), died Saturday, May 16, 1998. She was a PBX supervisor at Brecksville Veterans Hospital for 30 years. She was the beloved wife of Franklin (deceased). She is survived by dear son, Franklin Jr. ``Bud'' (Lucy); grandchildren, Diane Shafran, Debbie and Lori Tuttle; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Roslie Stockinger and Helen Nixon. She was preceded by Bea Paratore, James Welch, Kathleen Humprey, and Robert Welch. Friends may call at the Donald A. Faulhaber Funeral Home, 7915 Broadview Rd. (at Sprague), Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. Interment will be private. The family suggests that contributions be made to the Hospice of Visiting Nurse Service, 3358 Ridgewood Dr., Akron 44333; or to the First United Methodist Church of Hudson, 13123 U.S. Highway 19, Hudson, Fla. 34667. (Faulhaber Funeral, 1-440-526-7315.)

Howard E. Snyder
Howard E. Snyder, 77, a lifelong resident of Akron, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday evening, May 18, 1998. Mr. Snyder served with the U. S. Army during World War II, and for 15 years had been employed at Quaker Oats, before joining Firestone, retiring with 22 years service in the Powerhouse. Mr. Snyder was the husband of Mary for 56 years; father of Glenn (Barbara) Snyder, Mary Carol (George) Sullivan, Janice (Mike) Calcamp, Lee (Amy) Snyder; grandfather of Matthew, Joe, and Tim Snyder, Kelly, Terry, Kim, Tracie Snyder; great-grandfather of Zachary Snyder; brother of Eva (Charles) Stidham, Eileen (Carl) Lind. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Harry and George. Calling hours 4 to 8 p.m. TODAY at the Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 811 Grant St., Akron, where Rev. Paul Beal will conduct services at 2 p.m. Thursday. Interment at Greenlawn Cemetery. (Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr, Akron--Grant Street, 253-8121.)

Josephine A. Spitzer
Josephine A. Spitzer, 69, passed away May 28, 1998. A lifetime resident of the area, Mrs. Spitzer had been employed as a Beautician for Mary's Beauty Salon and Star Beauty Salon. She was a member of Annunciation Church. Preceded in death by her husband, William D. Spitzer; she is survived by her son, William G. Spitzer of Cuyahoga Falls; sisters, Gloria Culbertson of Kent, Mary Mazzola of Cleveland, Mary Slater of Atwater; brother, Vince Anello of Seatle, Wash.; grandsons, Will and Derek. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Monday at Annunciation Church. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. Calling hours 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 811 Grant St. (Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr, Akron-Grant Street, 253-8121.)

Lyle C. Springer
Lyle C. Springer, 30, of Hartville, surrounded by his loving family and friends, went home to be with the Lord on May 20, 1998, after a lengthy illness. Born in Alliance, Ohio, Jan. 22, 1968, he was raised in Sebring and graduated from McKinley High School of Sebring, Ohio. He attended Kent State University. Lyle had a loving and kind heart and will always be held most close to us. He is survived by his loving parents, Ronald and Janet (Reynolds) Springer of Sebring; brother, Craig Springer of Greentown; loving grandmother, Ulia M. Reynolds; loving aunt, Dianne Reynolds of Hartville; special friends, David Robinson of Stow and Joe Stephanko of Columbus; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Carl E. Reynolds, and Charles and Lena Springer.
I'd like the memory of me
to be a happy one;
I'd like to leave an afterglow
Of smiles when day is done.
I'd like to leave an echo
Whispering softly down the ways,
Of happy times, and Laughing times,
And bright and sunny days
I'd like the tears of those who grieve
To dry before the sun;
I'd like to leave an afterglow,
Of happy memories, I leave behind
When day is done.
Friends may call Friday, 6 to 9 p.m., at the Arnold Funeral Home in Hartville, and one hour prior to the service Saturday (10 to 11 a.m.) Funeral services are Saturday, 11 a.m., at the funeral home, with Dr. Don A. Deremer officiating. Interment at Marlboro Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Edwin Shaw Hospital. (Arnold, Hartville, 877-9364.)

Tommie L. Springs
Tommie L. Springs (Springs), 55 yrs. old left this earthly life after a long illness on May 12, 1998. Born in Chattanooga, Tn. on July 9, 1942 he lived in this community about 40 years. A graduate of Central High, he was retired from Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare Systems as an Activity Therapist after 28 years of service. Preceded in death by his father, Wallace Springs and his mother, Lula Mae Payne Springs; he leaves to mourn his passing his family, uncle, Ray J. and Mattie Payne; aunt, Emman Jean Terry of Alabama; cousins, Barbara ``Judi'' (Aaron) Williams of Los Angeles, Calif., LeVon (LaDonna) Payne, Ray L. Payne, Larry Payne, Annalisa (Michael) Gilbert of Akron; and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call Monday, 12 to 1 at the Sommerville Funeral Chapel with funeral services immediately following. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 376 Silver St. (Marco Sommerville, 836-2725.)

Raymond E. Stahl
Raymond E. Stahl, 42, passed away May 29, 1998. Arrangements announced later. (Cox, Barberton, 745-3311.)

Ruth E. (Gramma) Steffee
STOW -- Ruth E. (Gramma) Steffee, 74, died May 21, 1998. Born in Cleveland, she had lived in Stow for 35 years, and retired from Kimpton Middle School with over 10 years service. She was a former member of Graham Crackers Kitchen Band and Stow Sunshiners. Preceded in death by husband, Charles E.; daughter, Janice; and great-grandson, Jensen, she is survived by sons, Wayne Powell of Florida, Ralph Stepp of Smithville, Ohio, William (Nita) Stepp of Cuyahoga Falls; 13 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Gallagher of Cleveland; brother, Henry Timm of Parma; and many loving friends at Lawrence Saltis Plaza. Cremation has taken place. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Redmon Funeral Home. Graveside services announced later. Should friends desire, memorials may be made to American Heart Association or American Lung Association. (Redmon, Stow, 688-6631.)

Lois E. Stephenson (nee Bauer)
Lois E. Stephenson (nee Bauer), 75, passed away Friday, May 15, in Barberton. She is survived by husband, Alan; sons, Tom Sears, David Ledsome, Daniel Ledsome, John Brenize; stepdaughter, Gloria Kane; stepson, Edward Stephenson; 16 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral service 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 19 at ADAMS-MASON MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 791 E. Market St., where friends may call Monday, 6 to 8 p.m. Burial at Mt. Peace Cemetery. (ADAMS-MASON, 535-9186.)

Paul A. Struharik
NORTON -- Paul A. Struharik, 82, died May 17, 1998, at the Hospice of Visiting Nurse Service. He was born in Barberton and was a life resident of the Barberton/Norton area. Paul was employed by P.P.G. Industries for 37 years as a stationary engineer, retiring in 1980. He was a 1933 graduate of Barberton High School. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Norton and also the P.P.G. 20-year club, Akron/Barberton International Folk Dancers, Akron Croatian Club, and the Columbia Athletic Association. Paul was a Norton volunteer fireman for 32 years. Preceded in death by brother, Michael; sisters, Leona Rokich and Irene Marvin, he is survived by wife of 59 years, Helen; sons and daughters-in-law, Paul and H'Lum of Salt Springs, Fla., Steve and Jean of North Olmsted, Ohio; grandchildren, Gislaine, Marie France, Paul, Mike, and John; great-grandchildren, Kathleen and Stephen; sister, Mrs. Caroline Harris of Akron; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Thursday, 11 a.m., at the Hahn Funeral Home, Pastor Laurel Bobb officiating. Interment at Lakewood Cemetery. Calling hours will be Wednesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may also be made to a charity of one's choice. (HAHN, Barberton, 825-2467.)

Florence Summers
Florence Summers passed away May 28, 1998. Announcements later. (Stewart & Calhoun, 535-1543.)