Mary E. Sloan 88 of Akron passed away on Wednesday May 25 2011 after a long battle with Alzheimers. She was preceded in death by her husband William; and her sister Rita Morrison. Mary is survived by her daughter Sue (Gary) Staats; grandchildren Jennifer (Ben) Scholles Pam (Dave) Lile Allen (Jessica) Staats and Jill (Adam) Repko; and 13 great-grandchildren (soon to be 15). She was a devoted Catholic. She attended St. Bernard's Grade School and St. Mary High School. She will be remembered for her love of her grandchildren and shopping trips. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday May 27 2011 at St. Matthew Catholic Church 2603 Benton Street Akron. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the church for one hour prior to Mary's Mass from 12:00 noon until 1:00 PM. Mary's family would like to thank the staff at The Briarwood for their exceptional care and compassion. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Matthew School 2603 Benton Street Akron OH 44312.