Marvin N. "Buddy" Wein

Marvin N. Wein (``Buddy') passed away on January 16, 2011 at age 87.

Born in Akron, Ohio on April 3, 1923 to Max and Betty Wein, Buddy was a life-long resident. He graduated from Buchtel High School and attended The Ohio State University. Buddy served in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a sergeant in World War II. After his military service, he returned to Akron and began his career with The Holub Furniture Company until his retirement in 1999.

He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his beloved son, Dr. Mark L. Wein, an oral and maxillo facial surgeon in West Palm Beach, Florida. Mark was a source of extreme pride and joy, and together they shared a love of many common interests.

Buddy met the love of his life, Cynthia, in 1952. They married in 1955 and shared a rich, full life together just one week shy of 56 years. Buddy treasured Cynthia as his partner, his companion, his caretaker and his one true love. He cherished her good humor, her unwavering devotion and her commitment to common values and goals.

Together, Buddy and Cynthia raised two loving and devoted children: son, Mark and daughter, Sheryl Wein Ryckebusch of Dallas, Texas. Buddy and Sheryl shared a deep and abiding love for one another, and enjoyed sharing jokes, Ohio State football games, good food and family times. Sheryl and her husband Jules, whom Buddy grew to love as a son, made Buddy an ecstatic and loving grandfather with the birth of their son, Evan in 1999. Evan's many activities and achievements were a source of constant pride and Buddy treasured their special times together.

The essence of Buddy can be described in his fierce love of family, friends, fishing and football. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather who cherished family near and far as the center of his life.

With his infectious sense of humor and his winning smile, Buddy endeared himself to his friends and everyone he met. He added light and life to all who knew him and was truly the consummate gentleman.

Spending time on the water, rod and reel in hand, was Buddy's greatest pleasure in life. Sharing that passion with friends and family, and especially his son Mark, was his ultimate source of contentment.

If fishing was his passion, football was Buddy's obsession. Whether sitting in the bleachers or cheering for his team on television, every game was one hundred yards of pure enjoyment.

Buddy was a life-long member of Temple Israel, The Shaw Jewish Community Center of Akron, and for many years was an active member and leader in Northwest Summit (Fairlawn) Rotary Club.

Survived by his wife, Cynthia; daughter, Sheryl; grandson, Evan; sister, Carolyn Lieberman of Cleveland; and many nieces and nephews, Buddy leaves a legacy of integrity and zest for life.

Following a private interment by the family, funeral services will be held Wednesday, January 19 at 12:30 p.m. at Temple Israel, 133 Merriman Road, Akron. Immediately following services, family and friends will gather in the Temple Israel Social Hall. The family will receive visitors at their home Wednesday, January 19 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Thursday, January 20 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Donations may be made to the Dr. Mark L. Wein Special Events Fund at Temple Israel, Hospice Center at 3358 Ridgewood Rd. in Akron, or a charity of your choice.