Janet M. Schaeffer
Janet M. Schaeffer
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Janet M. Schaeffer, 101, of Akorn, OH passed away on February 7, 2026. Janet was born on June 3, 1924 in Akron and was the daughter of Carl and Emma (nee Effinger) Schaeffer.
Janet was a teacher in the Akron Public Schools for over 30 years. She was a member of Crusade Baptist Church.
There will be a Memorial Service at a later date to honor Janet. Burial will be at Rose Hill Burial Park in Fairlawn.
Services in care of the Billow Funeral Homes and Crematory, 85 N. Miller Road Akron, OH 44333 (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
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