Clara "JoAnn" L. Epling, 74, of Akron went home to be with the Lord surrounded by her family on March 9, 2016.
Clara devoted her life to her family. She had a passion for all of Gods creations. She was blessed with the ability to crochet and needlepoint and grow beautiful gardens. Her love, strength and willpower will be missed by her family as she joins her Heavenly Father.
Clara is survived by her loving husband, Bobby of 29 years; her children Ron (Marcy) Bishop, Cindy Wiley and Debi (Mike) Smith; step-son, Tony Epling; eight grandchildren and one great granddaughter; brothers, John and Donald Porter.
Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Sunday, March 13, 2016 at the Schlup Pucak Funeral Home, 788 Kenmore Blvd, Akron. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the Funeral Home with Pastor Donita Huffman officiating. Burial to follow at Hillside Memorial Park.