Charlotte L. Saniga Wakefield died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, August 23, 2009. May she forever rest in peace.
Charlotte was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on December 27, 1922. Her family moved to the area when she was a child and she remained in the area for most of her life. Charlotte retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Company after 25 years of service.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Viola and Albert Wakefield; her husband of 39 years, Steve Saniga; and her brother, Tom Shirley Wakefield. Charlotte is survived by her husband, Robert Harvey. His devotion to her throughout her final years was a true display of the love they shared. She is also survived by her brother, Sam Wakefield; sister, Betty Kulesza; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Charlotte was blessed with an unmatched enthusiasm for life. She was seldom seen without a smile and an infectious giggle. Though she never had children of her own, her nieces and nephews thought of her as their second Mom. She was so caring and generous. Her family was her world. She will be greatly missed.
Services will be held 10 a.m. Thursday at the Billow FALLS Chapel, 1907 23rd St., with Fr. Edward Burba officiating. Interment at Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association , 1815 W. Market St., #301, Akron 44313 or Hospice of Summa, P.O. Box 2090, Akron 44398.
FALLS Chapel