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Evelyn Dakoski Obituary
Born in Akron on May 6, 1930, Evelyn was a life-long resident of Summit County and wintered for the past 20 years in West Palm Beach, Florida. She attended David Hill Elementary School, graduated from Garfield High School, where she was a member of marching band and won state honors playing bass clarinet. She attended the University of Akron and was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. Evelyn graduated from Akron City Hospital as a registered x-ray technician, where she met her treasured friend Geri Florkiewicz.
She retired from Fallsview Psychiatric Hospital (x-ray, EEG, and EKG technician).
Evelyn took a detour in life to battle mesothelioma and cancer related to asbestos exposure.
Her interests and community service include: Goodyear Symphonic Band; theater make-up for Goodyear productions; 40 years service to the Children's Home Board; Children's Concert Society; Stow Woman's Club; president of the Indian Trail PTA in Stow; Firestone Country Club; Billow Chapter of Eastern Star; Yusef Khan Caldron; Toastmistress' Club; Summit County Republican Club; and Christ Church Episcopal in Hudson.
Preceded in death by her husband, Andrew James Dakoski, Jr. and parents, Bonnie Thompson Gamble and Arlie William Gamble, she is survived by son, Andrew William Dakoski of Stow; daughter, Andrea (Dakoski) Futrell (husband Michael) of Blacksburg, Virginia; sister, Nancy Gamble Schell of Mobile, Alabama; special nieces and nephews, Debbie and Jeff Kessler of Durham, N.C., Dawn and Cliff McAleer of Mobile, Alabama, Richard and Mare Lange of Akron, and Gregory Lange of Akron; great-nieces and nephews, Nicholas DiLello, Gina DiLello, Dan Wilkey, Jessica Lange and cousins in West Virginia and Texas.
Friends are invited to Redmon Funeral Home for visitation Thursday, 6 to 9 p.m. The Rev. Brian Suntken and the Rev. M. Kathryn Rackley will conduct service Friday, 11 a.m. at Christ Church Episcopal, 21 Aurora Street, Hudson 44236. Burial at Silver Springs Cemetery. Memorial contributions for Evelyn can be made to Christ Church Episcopal or to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation.
(REDMON, STOW, 330-688-6631)
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The Wenkert Family
December 14, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to Evelyn's family and Miss Hemingway She was our neighbor and dear friend. She always had a smile and a kind word. She was especially attentive to my mother. Evelyn & Mindy bonded over their mutual love of cats. Evelyn is deeply missed by many and will always be in our prayers.
Lee Virden
December 9, 2010
hi Drew, i am sorry to hear about your mother's passing. i too lost my mom a couple of months ago and its difficult to deal with at best. my prayers are with you and your family, Lee Virden
Scott Ciccantelli
December 9, 2010
Drew, as the days and weeks pass, and you return to life's routine, I hope you feel comforted by the love and support you have from my family and I.
Cathy Schilling
December 9, 2010
Andrea, I was so sorry to hear about your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts at this difficult time.
Leanne Rush
December 9, 2010
Andrea, so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I am sure you have many wonderful memories to keep her alive for you in your heart.
December 8, 2010
Andrea, know your Kipps family is thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Because of who you are, we know your mother was a very special woman. We are thankful you took this year to care for her. Much love and care, Bev Strager/Shull
Linda and Joe Cooper
December 8, 2010
Evelyn, We already miss your cheerful disposition, your generosity of heart, your "love notes" left in our door and on and on and on. In short, we miss you, dear friend. Sincere condolences to your family.
Redmon Funeral Home Inc.
December 8, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Carol Spears
December 7, 2010
Evelyn, I will miss your smiling face and cheery hello as we would talk over the fence in our backyards. Thanks for being such a wonderful neighbor and friend. Blessings to your family.
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