Curtis W. Stern of Akron, OH, a loving husband and father of three children, suddenly passed away Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at the age of 56.

Curtis was born on January 7, 1964 in Nuremberg, Germany on a U.S military base. He grew up in Akron, OH where he graduated from North High School and later attended the University of Akron. In 1994, Curtis married the love of his life, Denise.

Curtis, a loving, adventurous, and Godly man, had a passion for life. He loved his role as a devoted husband, father, and friend who lived to spend time with his family. He dedicated his professional life to helping non-profit organizations with their marketing strategies. In his free time, Curtis enjoyed coaching and watching his children’s sports, travelling, and spending time at the beach.

His legacy will be left with his wife, Denise, and his children, Allan, Alexandria (Allie), and Erik; his brother, Craig and his sister, Carissa.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert I. Stern and Susan M. Fox.

Calling hours will be held on FRIDAY, October 2nd from 5 to 7 p.m. at Grace Church- Bath Campus, 754 Ghent Rd., Fairlawn, OH 44333 and a service to celebrate his life will be held on SATURDAY, October 3rd at 10 a.m., also at the church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Curtis may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital at www.stjude.org.

Services in care of Billow Funeral Homes and Crematory, Fairlawn Chapel, 85 N. Miller Road  Akron, OH  44333.