Carol J Fry

Carol met the love of her life John Fry while working at Firestone Tire and Rubber. They were married on December 7, 1962 and remained so for 57 years. Together they raised three wonderful daughters teaching them the importance of family, the value of education, and Christian morals. Carol and John spent their early years on Buhl Blvd in Green, OH and are still friends with many of their neighbors.

Carol cared for her mother and elderly family members for most of her life. She was a member of the Kenmore Reunion committees and volunteered at Pleasant View Nursing home for years where her mother had been a resident before she passed away. Carol enjoyed her lunches with the Birthday Club.

Carol retired from the O’Neils Department store where she made many lifelong friends. She spent her retirement traveling with John internationally.

Carol spent many vacations with family and friends in the Outer Banks which was one of their favorite places. Carol’s other favorite place was their house at Seneca Lake where they made memories for 25 years with their family and many close friends.

Carol never met a stranger and made a friend of everyone she met. Her favorite quote was “Kindness Matters”. She firmly believed that kind word, smile, or action might make a difference in someone's life. In honor of Carol’s life please, please Pay it Forward and remember, “I could have driven myself here in my knee pants!”

Carol is survived by her husband John, daughters Beth Piglia (Mike), Laura Bisesi (Ken Glaston), Jennifer Schepp (Eddie), many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Carol is also survived by her sisters Jan Simmons, Eileen Espy, her brother Gary and his wife Theresa. She loved her many nieces and nephews.

Many thanks to Home Care for You and Crossroads Hospice for providing Carol with loving care.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Haven of Rest.

Family will receive friends for a Walk-Thru Visitation on Friday, January 22, 2021 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM in the Rose Hill Funeral Home 3653 W Market St Akron, OH 44333. A Private Family Service will immediately follow at 3:00 PM. COVID-19 protocols will be in place with facial coverings and social distancing required. Please enter the Chapel through the door on the eastside under the covered drive area. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.rosehillbp.com