Curtis Leon Blevins Sr.

Curtis Leon Blevins Sr., 81, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on July 17, 2026, surrounded by family.

Born June 22, 1945, and raised in Akron, Curtis was proud to call it home. He was a hardworking man who enjoyed working with his hands and could fix just about anything. He worked for many years at Ravens Metal-craft. He was also a talented artist who loved to draw.

Curtis enjoyed telling stories, listening to country music, and staying active. He was a longtime member of the Akron YMCA and continued going for as long as he was able.

Above all, Curtis loved his family. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife, Glennis; his parents, Charles Clifford and Inez Blevins; and his brothers, Charles (Bud), John, Jerry, Mark, and Dustin.

He is survived by his son, Curtis Blevins Jr. and his wife, Cindy; his devoted daughter, Tamela Blevins; his granddaughters, Tabitha Blevins and Samantha Barrick and her husband, Mike; his great-granddaughter, Emma Barrick; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Akron YMCA in Curtis’s memory.

Family and friends are invited to visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305 on Monday, July 27th from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. A committal service will be held in the mausoleum at Northlawn Memorial Gardens, 4724 State Rd. Peninsula, OH 44264 on Tuesday, July 28th at 2:00 p.m. To leave a special message for Curtis' family, please visit the guest book below.