Obituary of Keith Michael Kisha

Keith M. Kisha, 52, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July10, 2012. Keith was born October 28, 1959 to Michael and Gracia (Miller) Kisha in Akron and had been an area resident his entire life. Keith was a finish master carpenter specializing in the restoration of buildings over a century old and had participated in restorations in Akron, Hudson, Tallmadge and Cleveland. He was the lead restorer for the Tallmadge Circle buildings. Keith was a member of St. Michael Byzantine Catholic Church and volunteered for many projects to maintain the facility. He was the 'go to' guy at the church and for anyone who needed help. Keith is survived by his beloved wife, Mary (Koval); children Mandy, Michael, Annika, David and Maria; grandchildren Justin, Jaden, Paige and Peter; mother Gracia Eckert; sisters Michelle Miller, Val (Brian) Rawson and Melony Chabra; brothers-in-law Emil (Annie) and John Koval; and was preceded in death by his father Michael and brother Michael. Funeral Services will be held Saturday 10:30 am at St. Michael Byzantine Catholic Church, 847 Crouse Street,Akron, OH 44306. Interment will follow at St. Michael Cemetery in Mogadore. The family will receive friends Friday 4 to 8 pm at the Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel, 1990 S. Main St., Akron, Ohio 44301. In lieu of flowers, donations for the benefit of his children may be made c/o the funeral home. (Anthony Akron, www.anthonyfh.com, 330.724.1281)