Obituary of Joan Robinson Kucera (nee Wilson)

Joan "Joanie" Robinson Kucera (nee Wilson), age 71, resident of Moreland Hills, Ohio, passed away November 9, 2013 after a long illness. She was the beloved wife of Lee M. Kucera; devoted mother of Mari Beth Robinson Tinley (Dave) and Steven M. Robinson (Doris); step-mother of James, Michael (Barbara), Laurie Kucera Davis (Jeff) and Kristine Kucera; cherished grandmother of Jake Petty and Thomas, Joseph and Ashley Robinson; step-grandmother of Kevin and Katherine Kucera; and loving sister of Wesley (Carol), Webby (Becky) and the late Rodney Wilson (Connie). She is also survived by by several nephews and nieces. Joanie was uncommonly devoted to many friends and acquaintances who reciprocated their love and care to her. Visiting hours will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, November 11, 2013 at the Anthony Funeral Home Kucko-Anthony-Kertesz Chapel, 1990 S. Main St. Akron, Ohio 44301. The funeral service will be held Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Following the service, interment will be held at Greenlawn Memorial Park. After the graveside service, a reception will be held at the funeral home Community Room. Flowers are welcome, but those who would prefer to make a contribution may make a donation to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 1500 Rosecrans Ave. Suite 200, Manhattan Beach, California 90266. (Anthony, Akron, 330-724-1281, www.anthonyfh.com)