Nedra "Janice" Forte

Nedra "Janice" Forte, 89, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, after a brief illness.

Janice was born on Friday, May 6, 1932 in Akron to the late Brack and Effie Sweet (Ross) and lived in Green all of her adult life. She was a lifelong member of Akron Baptist Temple followed by City Church A/C and enjoyed the fellowship with her many friends and Pastors.

She is survived by her daughter, Georgia (Gerry) Murphy of Pawleys Island, SC; and son, Michael Forte of New Franklin, Ohio; nieces & nephews; and her many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Along with her parents, Janice was reunited in Heaven with her husband, Hollace Forte; daughters, Vicki Reeves, Janice Benes (Doob), Laurie Fahrer; and son, James Achberger.

A special heartfelt thanks to Janice’s son, Mike Forte, and grandsons; Timmy Forte and Dr. Richard Benes for all their extra visits and care and support over the last several years.

Due to the Covid Outbreak and family illness, funeral arrangements are limited to an outdoor service to be held at 1:00 pm on January 21, 2022 at Janice's final resting place, Lakewood Cemetery, 1080 W. Waterloo Rd., Akron, Ohio 44314.

We request that those attending the service to practice social distancing and wear face masks. If you are unable to attend or do not wish to attend, we understand, your love and prayers will be appreciated.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Samaritanspurse.org (click on “give” and scroll to Memorial Walls to type in required information.

You are also invited to mooreffh.com to view Nedra's tribute wall to offer condolences and share memories.