Alfred Vincent "Al" Musci

Alfred Vincent Musci, 87, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on September 20, 2024. He was born on July 19, 1937 to the late Frank and Agatha Musci (nee Perniola), in Akron, Ohio.
On February 10, 1962, Al married Joan Musci (nee Davidson) at Blessed Trinity Catholic Church, the former St. Martha Catholic Church in Akron, OH.
Al is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Joan; his son, Michael Musci (Michelle); his daughter, Lynn DiLullo (John); his son, Greg Musci (Patti); and his daughter, Janet Barbera (Jim). He is also survived by 16 grandchildren: Jennifer (Michael) Hood, Daniel (Clara), Matthew, David, William Musci, Gina and John DiLullo, Megan, Christopher and Nicholas Musci, James (Destiny), Jack, John, Julie, Jayden, and Jasmine Barbera; as well as great-grandchildren Madelyn and Emilia Hood, and Lovelynn and James Barbera. He is also survived by his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dominic and Maureen Perri; his brother-in-law Tom Davidson (Candy Lange); and many nieces, nephews, and loyal friends.
Al was a graduate of North High School and Hammel Business College. He then served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1960. After returning home from the Army, he resumed working at the Fred W. Albrecht Grocery Company, where he had worked during high school. He started as a stock boy, worked his way up to assistant store manager, and eventually moved to the corporate office. Al finished his career as the tax manager at the Fred W. Albrecht Grocery Company, retiring after 45 years of service.
After retirement, Al enjoyed working with children as an aide at Stow Munroe Falls City Schools. Throughout his life, he enjoyed many family camping trips, playing volleyball with friends, traveling, and attending water pilates classes at the Natatorium. He was an avid gardener, carpenter, poker and euchre player and fisherman. Many people knew Al for his wit and sense of humor. He took great pride in his family and treasured any type of family gathering, whether it was a celebration at home, a vacation together, or time spent talking. On one of our family cruises, he sat back and smiled, saying, "This is what it's all about.", as he looked at his family with pride and happiness.
In addition to his parents, Al was preceded in death by, sister, Barbara O'Konek; niece, Stephanie O'Konek; in-laws, Charles and Lillian Davidson; sister-in-law, Phyllis Tainsh; and many cherished friends.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 29, at the Dunn-Quigley Funeral Home, 3333 Kent Road, Stow, Ohio 44224, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday at 10:00 am in Holy Family Catholic Church, Kent Road, Stow, OH. Father Michael McCandless will officiate, with burial following immediately at Chestnut Hill Memorial Park Cemetery, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223.
Donations in Al's name may be made to Holy Family Catholic Church or a charity of your choice. To view the full obituary, visit Legacy.com or www.dunn-quigley.com.