Richard Criss, 79, of Akron, passed away July 18, 2014. Richard was born in Clarksburg, WV., on June 23, 1935. Richard was preceded in death by two sons. Richard is survived by his loving Wife, Margaret Criss; four children, 20 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Family and friends may call on , Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Road, Akron, from 1 to 2pm where funeral services will be held at 2:00pm. Interment will follow in Hillside Memorial Park. In leiu of flowers donations can be made to the Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd. Akron, Ohio 44333. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAkron.com