Louise Stella (Maltarich) Merle

Louise Stella Merle (Maltarich) passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. She was born April 18, 1928 in Akron, OH to the late Marija and Andreas Maltarich.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Michael Sebastian whom she lovingly cared for before his passing in 2012. Also proceeding her in death were her brothers William Maltarich, Steven and Andrew Golobic and sisters Mary Aikey and Ida Hargrove.
She will be dearly missed by her seven children Michael (Judi), Mary (Doug Basford), Tom (Laura), Peggy (Rob Galehouse), Jim (Regina), Christine (Ted Kolva), Joe Merle and 18 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and special niece Donna Knox.
She was so proud of her family and dedicated her life to her husband and seven children.
She will be remembered for her love of gardening resulting in many Keep Akron Beautiful awards, her competitive and fun spirit in every game and challenge, her contagious laugh and love of Christmas among many other loving and enduring memories.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 22, 11:00 am at St. Paul Catholic Church, 1580 Brown St. in Akron where the family will receive friends beginning at 10:30 am. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Akron. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Louise's memory to St. Paul Church.