Jo-Ann M. Sietz Obituary

We announce the death of Jo-Ann M. Sietz (Akron, Ohio), who passed away on August 7, 2026, at the age of 79. Jo-Ann will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jo-Ann M. Sietz to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Joseph Derwort and Annabelle Derwort (Byrnes); her husband Tom Sietz; and her close friend John Michael. She is survived by: her daughters, Kimberly Minear and Christine Shreve (Donnie); her grandchildren, Kim Broadhurst, Keith Michael (Kristine), Sara Shreve (Michael), Taylor Minear (Xzavier) and Annabelle Carpenter (Patrick); her great grandchildren, Soren, Jaxon and Ezra; her brothers, Dick Derwort (Becky) and Dave Derwort (Cindy); and her nieces and nephews, Rachelle Harper (Dave), Seth Derwort, Landon and Elli.