Russel A. Wentz, 71 of Akron, passed away Friday (January 1, 2016) at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Williamsville after a brief illness.
He was born March 2, 1944 in Onalinda, PA, a son of the late David A. and Agnes Cordwell Wentz.
Russel was employed by Bandag Tire in Buffalo prior to his retirement.
Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Doreen Bogacz Wentz of Akron. Three daughters, Mary Wentz of Lackawanna, Barbara Wentz of Buffalo and Dawn Wentz of Buffalo. Son in-law, Shannon Baun of Lyndonville, NY. Seven grandchildren, Crystal Wentz, Robert Kron, Caitlynn Wentz, Emily Wentz, Megan Duggan, Brandon Baun and Kaley Duggan. Great-granddaughter, Alessa Wentz.
He was the father of the late Laura Baun who passed away in 2013.
There will be no prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Expressions of condolnece may be shared with the family at: www.mcandrewfuneralhomes.net.
ARRANGEMENTS WERE ENTRUSTED TO THE J. LEONARD MCANDREW FUNERAL HOME, LLC, 32 JOHN ST., AKRON, NY 14001. RONALD KONIECZNY II, DIRECTOR.
