Gary W. Mansell, 68, went to be with his Lord, peacefully on June 9, surrounded by family.
He was born August 15, 1945 and lived in Akron where he was a member of the East Liberty Church of the Nazarene. He was loved and respected by all who knew him, and will be remembered for his devotion to his family and his beautiful blue eyes!
Gary was preceded in death by his father, Wilbert Mansell; and brother, Douglas Mansell.
In addition to his mother, Alice Mansell, Gary is survived by his wife of 47 years, Robin; children, Kim (Ron) Richards, Becky (Rob) Lee, and Bryan Mansell, all of Akron; grandchildren, Andrea (David), Karrie, Catherine, Dylan, Holly, and Kaydence; siblings, Jeff (Cheryl) Mansell, of Columbus, Carrin Blanton; and sister-in-law, Sharon Mansell, of Akron; as well as many other relatives and dear friends.
The family wishes to thank all who provided loving medical care to Gary; especially, Patty and the team of Visiting Nurse Hospice.
Calling hours will be Thursday, June 12 from 5-8 p.m. at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, where a funeral service will be held Friday at 11 a.m., with visitation one hour prior, Rev. Don Gainer officiating.