Genevieve Karder Obituary – Akron Beacon Journal

Genevieve Karder, 98, passed away peacefully February 1, 2022. Born in Rittman, Ohio she was a lifelong resident of Akron. She attended Kenmore High School, majoring in Art. She was a proud Cardinal, that was recognized for her 12 years of perfect attendance at her graduation ceremony! She was inspired though out her art classes by fellow student Marc Moon, the renowned watercolorist. Genny, sold real estate for over 50 years and at one time had the longest existing license in Summit County. Eventually, retiring from Carolyn Marting Realty where she worked alongside her treasured friend Carolyn and beloved sister Ruth. After the death of her husband, Mike, she marshalled the Karder Machine Company through the Great Recession. As a founding member of St. Hillary Catholic Church her proudest moment was being named Senior Prom Queen while dancing with Fr. Steve! Genny, will be remembered for her devotion to her husband, family and friends. She was the person many turned to in their most dire times of need. She unfailingly provided support, kindness and compassionate understanding. She will also be remembered for her resilience in battling breast cancer and surviving an assault in Cleveland. Her forgiveness and prayers for her attacker was a testament to her faith. Her philanthropic endeavors were many but conducted quietly. The Karder Community Garden in Kenmore through, Let’s Grow Akron, was her most cherished. For her vast philanthropic contributions to the Akron community, the Karder Terrace in the John S. Knight Center was named in her honor. This honor was bestowed upon her through the work and leadership of the late Susan Hamo, for which she was forever grateful. Preceded in death by her husband, Mike; parents, Charles and Mary Novosel; mother and father-in-law, Rose and Michael Karder; best friends and sisters, Alice (Don) Paonessa and Ruth Calvin; sisters-in-law, Mary (Steve) Bancheek, Helen (Herbert) Brown, Ann (Henry) Haas, Lizzie (Andrew) Kuthan; brothers-in-law, Louis (Gizella) Karder and Stephen Karder; special nephews, Joe Karder, Dick Haas and Bobby Brown; special nieces, Bev Klein and Rosemary Nicholas. Survived by her brother-in-law, Bill Calvin, the brother she never had! Favorite son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Kathy-Ann, who was also her acting CFO and Life Organizer; granddogs, Maddie and Miller, and beloved cat, Kootzie nee Reggie; many nieces, nephews and friends. Special thanks to her care and support group; Bill and Joanne Owen, Heidi and Hans Proemm, Connie and Crystal Haas, Jennifer Klein, Kathy Hylbert, Cindy McDonald, Linda Woods, Jeannie Belfonte, the Rodericks, Betty Favaro, Carol Kline, Jim and Laura Klein, Patti, Margie and Denise Beskett, Ann Riley, MaryBeth Howell, Gay and Joe Bisheimer, Connie Von Zwiel, Gemma, Delores and Tony Chiavetta, Frank Communale and Cherie. Outstandingly supportive neighbors, Mimi, Deanna, Heather Eileen and Robert Shapiro. It takes a village! Special thanks to Don Ross for the adoption placement of Kootzie. Our family is tremendously grateful to the nurses, aides, staff and caregivers of Echelon of Medina for your compassion and respectful care. Genny’s dignity and needs were honored to her last breath. God Bless You! Think the world is not in good hands with the younger generation. Look no further than the young aides at Echelon! They were inspiring! Calling hours 4 – 7 p.m. Monday at Ciriello and Carr Funeral Home, 39 S. Miller Rd. in Fairlawn. Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Hilary Catholic Church, Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu, of flowers, perform a random act of kindness, heal a wound, forgive a wrong and say special prayers for those in need!