James W. Yahner 72 of Akron passed away suddenly on April 16 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents Irene and Albert Yahner and brother Frank. James is survived by his wife of 42 years Patricia; brothers Bill of Las Vegas and Al (Frances) of Stow; nieces Donna Yahner Susie (Bob) Moffitt Julie Yahner Jean (Carl) Rakich Mary (Joe) Hassing Ann (Jim) Anderson and Cathy (David) Murdock; nephews Ed (Pat) Yahner Joe Yahner Jim (Lori O'Neil) Yahner Bernie (Annie) Yahner; and many great nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will take place at 10:00 AM Thursday May 1 2008 at St. Sebastian Catholic Church 476 Mull Ave. Akron. Memorial donations may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Ohio Buckeye Chapter 6155 Rockside Rd Ste 202 Independence OH 44313-2217.