Sally Joan Stroup

Sally Joan Stroup obituary, Akron, OH

Sally Joan Stroup

Sally Stroup Obituary

Visit the Newcomer Funeral Home - Akron website to view the full obituary.

Sally Stroup, 89, of Akron, passed away on October 3, 2024. She was born in Akron on July 20, 1935 to the late Morris and Pauline {Reidelbach} Hahn.

In addition to her parents, Sally was preceded in death by husband George Stroup, daughter Joan (Barry) Rankin, daughter-in-law Jennifer Viering. 

Sally is survived by her loving sons, Thomas Viering and Daniel (April) Stroup; grandchildren Brad and Justin Rankin, Jordan Hiner, Heather Viering and Steffan Viering, Marisa (Stephen) Oravetz, Courtney Stull; great-grandchildren La'Terra Anderson, Simeon, Gideon, Rivka and Selah Oravetz and Kylo Stull. 

Sally was a history buff and trivia whiz, who loved to read, especially mystery novels. She went to school at The University of Akron, and began her career as a paralegal before taking a break to raise her family. 

Sally's family was her world, and she was an active mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a compassionate soul who always rooted for the underdog. She could converse with people from all walks of life, and will always be remembered for her unconditional love.

 Family and friends are welcome to visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305 on Thursday, October 10th from 4:00 p.m. until the memorial service that begins at 6:00 p.m. To share a memory of Sally or leave a special message for her family, visit the guest book below.

To view Sally's service virtually during the scheduled service time, please click here.

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