Michael Malen

Michael Malen 93 of Akron died December 13 2008. Mike was born on December 25 1914 in Mokrin Banat Serbia. He was the son of the late Obrad and Dafina Malencic and brother of the late Bojana. He graduated from South High School attended Akron University and served in the U.S. Army as a Staff Sergeant. Mike later worked in real estate for over 50 years and retired from the City of Akron. He was a lifelong member and past president of St. Demetrius Serbian Orthodox Church and a Mason of the 32nd degree. For over 16 years Michael was the voice of the American Serbian Radio Hour. He is survived by his loving wife Nada and their sons Obrad (Dusica) Malen and Marko (Carrie) Malen; grandsons Michael Preston and Charlie; sister Mildred Tumbas; niece Dr. Nada Zdrale; nephew Dr. Nikolai (Alice) Zdrale and many relatives here in the U.S. and Europe. The family would like to thank the 3rd floor staff at Manor Care for their loving care during his stay. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 4-8 PM at Hummel Funeral Home COPLEY 3475 Copley Rd. where a Parastas will be held at 7 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday December 17 2008 at NOON at St. Demetrius Serbian Orthodox Church 3106 Ridgewood Rd. where Michael will lie in state for one hour prior to the service. Interment in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery. Donations in Michael's memory may be made to St. Demetrius Serbian Orthodox Church 3106 Ridgewood Rd Akron OH 44333.