Kathey Darlene Bakeman

Kathey Darlene Bakeman, 72, of Akron, passed away on May 22, 2026. She was born on February 4, 1954 to the late Hershel and Pauline {Compton} Whited.

In addition to her parents, Kathey was preceded in death by her brother Douglas Whited.

Kathey is survived by her loving husband, Robert; daughter, Angela (Aron) Collins; step-daughters Christina (Randall) Prater and Katie Bakeman; 3 grandchildren; brother Eugene (Linda) Whited.

Kathey loved her dogs Butterballs and Boo-Boo- her family has no doubt that her first stop in Heaven was the Rainbow Bridge to reunite with them!

Per Kathey's wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no formal services. To share a memory of Kathey or leave a special message for her family, visit the guest book below.