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1936
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2017
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Michael Stark Obituary
Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Billow Fairlawn Chapel. There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at Glendale Cemetery on Friday, April 14th at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Akron Zoological Park, 500 Edgewood Ave, Akron, OH 44307. To share a Memory, Send a Condolence or Light a Candle, visit the Tribute Wall at www.billowfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Stark
Benjamin deForest
February 17, 2018
I was quite upset when I learned of Mike's passing. A really great man and great Lawyer too. Enjoyed my time working with him...I will always remember him and the way he conducted himself. A very genuine man...
April 15, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to Mary and Family. Mike was a very kind and caring person. Our prayers to all of you. Joanne and Bill Owen
Dr. Richard J. May
April 13, 2017
As first Director/Coach of the NWA Hawks Youth Football team, I was privileged to have two of the Stark boys on my team. (At my old age, I'm not sure of the names... possibly David and Michael???) I soon found out that they were "Chips off the Old Blocks," after I also enlisted their mom and dad to help with organization, fund-raising, equipment management, assist coaching, etc. The entire Stark family were phenomenal, but Mike was always someone special to the organization and to me personally. We remained lifetime friends and I will miss him. My condolences to the surviving members of the Michael Stark family.
April Pascu
April 13, 2017
I was privileged & honored to have known both Mike & his wife Mary through my working at the Akron Zoo, and was glad to call them dear friends. Mike was a wonderful man, always had a smile and a kind word for everyone, and there wasn't anyone who loved the zoo much more than he did.
He will be very much missed by everyone who knew & loved him.
Rest in Peace, dear friend.
...April Pascu
Doug Piekarz
April 13, 2017
Mike was an incredible supporter of the Greater Akron Community and especially of the Akron Zoo. I feel privileged to have worked along side him for these past 20 years. His leadership as a past board chairman was only outshined by his bright, friendly demeanor, and his ability to provide mentorship to others naturally. I always appreciated Mike's passion about Akron Zoo's mission to educate children and save wildlife. My deepest sympathies to his wife Mary, and to his son's and their families. There are many thoughts and prayers, coming your way. With love and hugs, Doug and Kimberly Piekarz
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
April 13, 2017
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
April 11, 2017
My husband and I worked for Mike for many years. Our thoughts are with Mary and his sons and their families.
Fred and Cherie Jessee
April 11, 2017
Mike was never to busy to answer questions other lawyers had. He was a credit to the profession RIP Matt Koch
Donna Anderson
April 11, 2017
Mike you have left an amazing legacy for your family, friends, Akron Zoo and community! Thank you!
Mark Fairhurst
April 11, 2017
Thank you Mike for the long conversations, stories, and thoughts about work and family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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