Janet F. Minear 77 of Akron died peacefully August 9 2006 after a long illness. Janet was born on November 8 1928 in Akron and was a long-time area resident. Janet was a devoted mother grandmother and had many dear friends. Janet was preceded in death by her parents Faye and Philip Lutz Sr. She is survived by her son Christopher (Jenny) Minear of Akron; granddaughters Sarah and Abigail; brother Philip Lutz Jr. of Hudson; nephews Kurt (Lisa) Lutz Robert Lutz; niece Susan (Jay) Carter and several grandnephews. Private family services. Memorial donations may be made to Rockynol Life Care Fund 1150 W. Market St. Akron OH 44313.