Chris was a 1950 graduate of Buchtel High School where he served as class president and excelled in many sports. In 1954 he graduated from Kent State University. Soon after he co-founded Associated Products Co. serving the architectural and construction industry in Northern Ohio.

He was very active in many private and community organizations, including serving as President of Dapper Dan and Vice-President of Bluecoats.

Chris leaves behind his wife, Helen; children, Thomas, wife Amy and step-children, Thomas, Allen and Anna Neff; Anne Silliman, husband Jay and children, Matthew, Maggie and John Michael; John, wife AnneMarie and special angel Anthony Sarvis; Dan and his son Andrew Sarvis; sister Lillian Shellentrager and husband Charles; and niece, Joyce Taylor and husband Steve, along with countless relatives and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M., on Friday, August 8, 2008, at St. Hilary Catholic Church, 2750 W. Market St. Funeral procession will form at the church. Interment in Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may call at Hummel Funeral Home, 500 E. Exchange St., Akron, on Thursday, August 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dapper Dan Club, 365 E. Bath Rd., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223, or Bluecoats Inc., 2060 W. Nimisila Rd., Clinton, OH 44216.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Aug. 6 to Aug. 7, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Chris Sarvis

35 Entries

Jeffrey Coyne

October 16, 2008

Dear Helen, John and Family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jeff and Amanda Coyne

Pam Boland (Schell)

August 19, 2008

Mrs. Sarvis, Tom, John, Anne & Dan - I was so sad to hear about your loss. While losing someone so special is painful, the memories will lighten your heart. Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you.

TOMAND YVONNE JESSER

August 15, 2008

DEAR HELEN AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL FAMILY. YVONNE ,MYSELF AND OUR FAMILY WISH TO EXPRESS TO YOU OUR SINCERE SYMPATHIES TO YOU ON THE LOSS OF CHRIS. A TRUE KIND AND LOVING GENTLEMAN. WE COULD NOT BE THERE WITH YOU, WE BURIED YVONNES BROTHER THE DAY BEFORE AND WE NEEDED TO BE WITH THE FAMILY. AS YOU KNOW WE LOST OUR SON NORM THE END OF JUNE.WHEN WE SAY TRUST IN THE LORD FOR HE WILL HELP CARRY YOU THROUGH THIS TOUGH TIME. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU WITH HIS LOVE AND STRENGTH. CHRIS WILL SEE TO IT THAT YOU RECEIVE IT.

Mike O'Donnell

August 15, 2008

Dear Mrs. Sarvis, Sarv, and Sarvis Family,
I am very sorry about your loss. Mr. Sarvis was a true gentleman. I have been reminiscing and the many fond memories that I have of him have brighten my day. You guys are in my thoughts and prayer.

Ellen & Tom Giffen

August 15, 2008

Team Sarvis: Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow; truly a man who cared about others and made us feel special in his presence has left us. But, Chris is not gone as we have wonderful memories of a friend who touched us in many ways ... though, our memories surely pale in comparison to those you have of a father, husband, co-worker, volunteer colleague and Best Friend to keep you company. We know that those memories and the power you draw from your faith will give you strength through this time. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you as we thank Him for sharing Chris with us.

William Quine

August 12, 2008

Cousin Helen,
So sad to learn of Chris's short battle with cancer. God bless you all as we keep you in our prayers.
The Quine's.

Kathy and John Spiegel

August 12, 2008

Helen, we were saddened to hear of Chis' passing. As you know, we had a long friendship going back to grade school leaving us with many good memories. May the Lord bless you and your family with His grace. Our love to you and your family.

Wanda Lee

August 11, 2008

Dear Helen My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was a wonderful man that will be greatly missed. I will miss the Sat. working for you and being around both of you and the many laughs we shared. May you find strength in family and friends.

Katie C. Gannett

August 10, 2008

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Chris Molenaur

August 8, 2008

Team Sarvis:
I had the honor of meeting and working with Chris over the previous 12 years. Being a ex-Ohioian, it was like being home working with such an honest, caring, dedicated to excellence in everthing he started and accomplished, gentlemen. His values are very present in his family members as their work ethics are without question, beyond compare. A trait they obviously learned from the master himself. Mr. Sarvis will be deeply missed. His smile, his laugh, his "quirky" jokes will remain in all our hearts and memories as long as we live. I am honered to say I knew and worked with Mr. Chris Sarvis. May you rest in Peace, God is by your side.

Shirley & Mike Waters

August 8, 2008

Helen, John & the Sarvis Family,

Please accept our prayers and sympathy. Chris was a wonderful and unique guy. He will be missed by all who knew him.

David Cavanaugh

August 8, 2008

Dear Helen and family,

Chris will forever remain one of my favorite people. I've nothing but fond memories of the Sarvis' and truly appreciate all that you and Chris and AP did for me.

God bless and comfort you all.

Patricia Vary /Schell

August 7, 2008

Helen and family, I remember our first visit to Akron when we arrived in the snow and needed your snow shovel to get to our new home. After that, our relationship grew and so did our children's friendship. Later after we returned from Chicago, I remember a delicious dinner with the four of us. It is a difficult time but the memories will last forever. Love Pat Vary "Schell"

Jim Diffendal

August 7, 2008

Team Sarvis,
I remember the first time I met Chris, he was holding court with a group of reps at a sales meeting, and the last time I saw him at the Diamond Grill, nibbling at some food from Tom’s plate, chastising himself for doing so with every bite. His impression was everlasting, genuine, professional, old school. You were better from the experience of having known him and worked with him. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Chris.
Jim Diffendal

Joseph Coatter

August 7, 2008

Dear John & Family:

My deepest sympathies to you all. Having recently experienced the devastating loss of my brother, I can relate to the pain your are feeling. Fortunately, you have a strong and loving family that will support each other through this tough period. Remember the good times and the love you shared with each other. Stay strong!

Richard Bradner

August 7, 2008

Chris was a gentleman's gentlemen. He is a rare gem of humanity who made others stronger, better and more prepared for life's journey. He greatly touched other people's lives in a positive way.
Chris will be missed as Chief Usher at St. Hilary. His presence at the 7:30AM Mass brought a certain touch of class to a sacred ceremony.
We extend our most sincere and deep condolences to the Sarvis family at the time of your loss.
Love,
Dick & Connie Bradner

Dolores McGary

August 7, 2008

Helen and family, Chris was a good friend to my husband C.L. and was in our wedding. I know he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Elizabeth Shaffer

August 6, 2008

Dear Mrs. Sarvis, Danny, John and family,
I am so sorry for the painful loss that you are experiencing. Take comfort in your beautiful memories. You have my heartfelt sympathy.
Elizabeth Jesser Shaffer

Mark & Darbee Snyder and Family

August 6, 2008

Helen, Tom, Dan, and family:
We are so sorry for your loss. Chris was such a sweet, dear man. May God grant you and your family peace. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

bill and libby rosenblatt

August 6, 2008

we are so sorry to learn of chris's
passing... you folks have been so much of our history and life. may you all live a long and healthy life !
bill and libby rosenblatt.

Timothy Pluto

August 6, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Debbie Cabral (House)

August 6, 2008

Anne:
It's been many many years since I've seen you but I do want you to know just how very sorry I am to hear about the passing of your father. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Loreen Rorar

August 6, 2008

Dear Mrs. Sarvis & Family

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I came to know your husband/father (Chris) through Bill Alford and the Dapper Dan Board Meetings. Chris was an ornery, yet sweet gentleman that you just could not help but enjoy being around and I know he will truly be missed by one and all.

Tina Grady

August 6, 2008

Helen,I'm so sorry for your loss,I always enjoyed seeing you and Chris at the cleaners.If you need any help with anything just get my number from Sharon at the cleaners.I'll be praying for you. (former Bernadettes employee)

Chris Haines

August 6, 2008

John, Anne and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss and are thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love to you all,
Chris, Meg and Molly Haines

Rodwell King

August 6, 2008

My sincere condolences on your loss. Chris was a true gentleman and I was honored to have known him.

Denise Labut

August 6, 2008

Dear John and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am confident you will experience the strength and comfort of your family and friends.

Dominico Vacca

August 6, 2008

Dear John, and famiglia, from the entire staff of Giovanni Vestimento Tailors, and on behalf of my self e mia padre, we wish you the utmost sympathy and sincere condolences regarding the loss of your Papa. We always remember the "special requests" he made to our tailor shop and we learned from them.

Laura (& Christopher) Hykes

August 6, 2008

Chris Sarvis Family & Friends:

I am so sorry for your loss. Chris was the ultimate gentlemen and will be truly missed by many people and the construction industry in general. That bright & quick smile will now look down on us all and keep us safe. Goodbye, my Friend.

Bob Phelps

August 6, 2008

Dear Helen,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I have such wonderful memories of Chris as friend and sports team-mates at Buchtel High and Kent State.
We so enjoyed his wit and presence at the Buchtel reunions.
Carol and I are praying for you and the family during this most difficult time.

Sincerely,
Bob and Carol Phelps
Norcross, GA

Kate & Chris Bame

August 6, 2008

Anne & John -
We are so sorry for your loss. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers. Take comfort in happy memories now and in the days ahead. Love -

Jim and Peggy Frease

August 6, 2008

Dear Helen and Family:
We, as life long friends,always loved being around you and Chris! We have many fond memories of Chris's wit and humor! May you feel the Holy Spirit's comfort as you get through this! Love to you!

Howard Kent

August 6, 2008

John,

Our thoughts and prayers are with and your family.

Howard and Gina Kent
Jack and Marilyn Kent
And Staff at Kenmore Tailors and Clothiers

Michelle Zavodney

August 6, 2008

John, Anne and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.

Robert M Kraus Sr

August 6, 2008

TO The Chris Sarvis Family

Please accept my sympathy. Your husband and father was the ultimate gentleman. I knew him thru the building industry; he was helpful to me in explaining his products.

May Chris Sarvis and all of the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace.

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