Nancy Jean (Wooddell) DiSalvatore

Nancy Jean DiSalvatore of Akron, Ohio, born in Akron to parents Edwin and Marie Wooddell on October 10, 1935, passed away the morning of April 16, 2024 from complications following a broken hip.

Nancy is survived by her husband, Reuben DiSalvatore;, sisters, Sara Ward and Becky Shepherd; daughter, Kim Stover (Rick); sons, Tim Assaf (Sudie) and Jamie Assaf (Nadine); stepchildren, Reuben DiSalvatore Jr., Joe DiSalvatore and Mary Bernadette Ward and their respective families.  She is also survived by her nine grandchildren, Matthew, Kelley, Samuel, David, Emily, Rebecca, Maegan, Caitrin and Brendan; four great-grandchildren, Aidan, Judah, Nora and Reid; one niece, Susan Ward; and seven nephews.

Nancy lived most of her life in the Akron area, graduating from Akron Central High School and attending Akron University. In 1955 Nancy wed Ronald Assaf; during the 24-year marriage, Nancy dedicated herself to raising their three children. In 1985 Nancy married Reuben DiSalvatore, with whom she has enjoyed more than 38 wonderful years. Nancy was a warm and loving wife, mother, neighbor and friend. A gifted painter, she was colorfully creative in all aspects of her life, from her stylish clothes and accessories to her always welcoming home, which she gleefully decorated for each holiday. She loved cooking for friends and family, hosting special gatherings and celebrations. She was playful and mischievous, fondly known as “Grandma Tease.” She was a giving and generous spirit and will be sorely missed.

The family would like to thank Summa Hospice and AlterCare Cuyahoga Falls for their care of Nancy.

Visitation will be held Thursday, April 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Donovan Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave., Tallmadge, (On the Historic Tallmadge Circle)

Funeral mass will be on Friday April 19 at 11 a.m. at St. Eugene Catholic Church, 1821 Munroe Falls Ave., Cuyahoga Falls.

On Saturday April 20, there will be a morning visitation from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Guerriero Funeral Home, 1550 West 19th Street, Ashtabula.

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