Joseph Burghardt 76 of Akron passed away February 11 2005. Joseph was born on September 9 1928 in Bajmok Yugoslavia and came to Akron in 1950 and resided here the rest of his life. He retired from Burghardt Metal Fabricating as President in 1992. He enjoyed fishing and traveling. He was preceded in death by his mother Mary Burghardt-Seiler and brother Adam Burghardt. He is survived by his loving wife Mary daughters Rosemarie (Dougles) Beasley of Cuyahoga Falls Kathy (Joe) Schillinger of Akron Marianne White of Akron; grandchildren Jason White Michael Beasley Amanda Bolyard Sara White and Allison Bolyard. The family will receive friends on Sunday February 13 2005 from 2-6 PM at the Hummel Funeral Home 500 E. Exchange Street Akron Ohio 44304. Funeral Service will be held Monday February 14 2005 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment in the Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Hospice Care Center 3358 Ridgewood Rd. Akron OH 44333.