Obituary of Matthew Cipiti Sibit

Matthew Cipiti Sibit, 'Of the People', passed away Sunday March 28, 2010. Matthew was born September 23, 1919. He grew up, lived in, and truly loved Akron. He devoted most of his life to its citizens, as well as making Akron a better city. Matthew served his country as a member of the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, as well as various community organizations throughout his lifetime. Matthew was preceded in death by his wife, Frances. He will be remembered and missed by his son, David Sibit and his daughter, JoLee (Glen) Nazworth; grandson, Christian (Theresa) Cline and great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Cline. Survivors also include brother, Basil Cipiti and sister, Lena (Joe) Smole; sister-in-law, Jean Leinberger; as well as several nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel, 1990 S. Main St. in Akron. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Father Ralph Thomas on Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church on Brown St. in Akron. Entombment will take place at Holy Cross Cemtery in Akron, where the Firestone Park VFW Post 3383 will perform military honors. Donations in Matthew's memory may be made to St. Paul Catholic Church, 433 Mission Drive Akron, OH 44301. (Anthony Funeral Homes, 330.724.1281, anthonyfh.com)