Christi Lynn Waddell, 52, passed away on April 17, 2021. She was born December 30, 1968 in Akron, Ohio to Jimmie and Marianne Kirkman. She worked for Creative Curriculum for 12 years. Christi enjoyed arts and crafts, cooking, playing pool, and family functions.

Christi was preceded in death by her mother, Marianne Ford. She is survived by her stepfather, Terry Ford; her husband of 33 years, Rick; son, Seth; daughter, Alecia; sisters, Michelle (Tommy) Prater, Dawn Shockey, Lori Dudley; grandson, Sebastian; and best friend, Kellie McMann.

Visitation will be held at Bacher Funeral Home, 3326 Manchester Rd. Akron, 44319 on Sunday, April 25, 2021 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Due to Covid-19, we request that those attending, please practice social distancing and wear face masks.