William R. "Bob" Bukovi

William R. "Bob" Bukovi obituary, Akron, OH

William R. "Bob" Bukovi

William Bukovi Obituary

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

William R. "Bob" Bukovi, 73, passed away unexpectedly at home December 17, 2024. Born in Barberton, Ohio to Bob and Betty Bukovi, he resided in the Akron area all of his life. Bob very much took pride in his work as a machinist. He enjoyed watching football and other sports, playing darts and pool and spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his grandson, Donnie. He will be sadly missed by his daughters, Melissa (Bobby) Greathouse, Lorena Lori Bukovi (Greg), Gabriel Bukovi (Kevin); grandchildren, Andrew, Madison (Johnny), Ava; great grandaughters, Mya, Wren; siblings, Bonnie, Betty, Barb, Brenda (Bob), Bruce (Chris); many nieces, nephews and friends.

Everyone is welcome to visit Monday, December 23, 2024 from 3 to 4 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. The funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. at the funeral home. 

To share a memory of Bob or leave a special message for his family, visit the guest book below. 

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Newcomer Funeral Home - Akron

131 North Canton Road, Akron, OH 44305

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