Michael Singfield

Michael "Mike" Singfield, 60, of Akron, passed away on April 2, 2023, at Barberton Summa Hospital, in Barberton, Ohio. During his illness, he fought a rare and aggressive form of cancer with dignity, courage, and his strong faith in God.

Mike was born on August 15, 1962, at Akron City Hospital, the son of Charles Singfield, Jr., and Rosetta P. (Clark) Singfield. He was a life-long resident of Akron, and attended Akron Public Schools, graduating from John R. Buchtel High School in 1980.

For 30 years, Mike worked as an IT Specialist at Hospitality Control Systems LLC. In addition, he worked at the Diamond Grille restaurant in Akron from the early 1980's until the time of his death. He worked in every job possible at the restaurant, most recently as the security manager and as a much loved dinner host. Mike's quiet, kind, and friendly demeanor made his customers feel special and always welcome.

Mike was an avid golfer and played in a summer league with long-standing friends for many years. He was always thrilled to meet the many PGA golfers who dined at the Diamond Grille during the PGA tournaments. Many of them knew him by name, and he kept a tight watch on their security for which they were very grateful.

In addition to his father, Mike was predeceased by his sister, Ramona Singfield-Morrow (Andrew) and brother, Ramon Singfield (Yvonne D. Ruggs- Singfield). He is survived by his mother, Rosetta P. Singfield, of Huber Heights, Ohio; brother, Charles L. Singfield, of Akron; and brother, Gregory Singfield, of Huber Heights, Ohio. He is also survived by three stepchildren that he lovingly and proudly raised as his own: Aaron Hoover of Akron; Christine Hoover Boggs of Akron; and Leanna Hoover Tomin of Akron (Steve of Greene Ohio), Mike also leaves three step-grandchildren, Kaden, Dominic and Jayce and heartily looked forward to the birth of Leanna's first baby (Grayson Michael) due this May. He was an integral part of his children's lives and loved them dearly with all his heart.

Mike's funeral will be held on Thursday, April 13, at Hummel Funeral Home Copley location, 3475 Copley Road, Akron, Ohio 44321. Calling hours are from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will immediately follow at Rose Hill Burial Park, 3653 W. Market St,. Fairlawn, Ohio 44333. Hummel Funeral Home, Copley, will be in charge of all arrangements.

Mike knew the true meaning of what it is to be a real friend. He was kind, gentle, honest, and possessed the qualities of a true gentleman. He loved his family and friends and was a role model to many young people throughout his life. Mike cared about people, and he will be missed by those who were fortunate to have known him.