Elizabeth Muir Speight
Elizabeth Muir Speight
Obituary
Guest Book
Elizabeth Speight Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Betty soon found employment and eventually started work at the Akron Beacon Journal where she met her husband, Ed Speight. Their four children, Jack, Kevin Eddie and Debi were raised in Firestone Park and were grateful to have Mom to come home to everyday after school.
As the kids got older, Betty returned to the workforce and worked until retirement at Ohio Edison, working in the kitchen.
Betty was a member of Oak Hill Presbyterian Church and had been a long-time member of Firestone Park Presbyterian Church. Betty has lived at Windsor in North Canton for the past three years, where she loved and was loved by the residents and staff. Betty had a passion for reading, crocheting, bingo, and burning through Word Finds.
Betty was preceded in death by her loving husband Ed in 2016 after 60 years of marriage and son Ed in 2024. She is survived by her children, Jack (Joanne), Kevin (Paula), Eddie and Debi Secrest (Brian), nine grandchildren and 3-1/2 great grandchildren, as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
The family will receive friends Friday, March 7, 2025, from 5 to 7 PM and Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 10 to 11 AM at the Anthony Funeral Home, 1990 S. Main St., Akron OH 44301 where Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM. A luncheon reception will follow the services, and private interment will take place at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to National Breast Cancer Foundation or the Alzheimer's Association.
To send flowers
to the family, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1 Entry
Cammy Miller
March 6, 2025
Betty is already greatly missed here at the Windsor. Her bright light, sense of humor, and kindness blessed us all. She had such a a great eye when doing crafts and loved playing Kings in the Corner because of cherished memories playing with her beloved family. It was a privilege to know her.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
1990 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44301
Make a Donation
in Elizabeth Speight's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
People and places connected with Elizabeth
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Elizabeth's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Elizabeth Speight's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
