Sue E. Monsell

Sue E. Monsell, 76, of Jackson Township, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2020. She was born in Akron on June 1, 1944 to the late Croner and Maxine (Bessemer) Bailey. She was a 1962 graduate of Buchtel High School. Following high school, Sue graduated from the University of Akron which is also where she met the love of her life, Fredrick “Rick” Monsell. They were married on April 26, 1966 and shared 54 loving years together. Sue continued her education at Central Michigan where she received her Master’s Degree in Hospital Management. Her education led her to a career at Akron Children’s Hospital where she retired after 37 years of service. In addition to her medical background from her education and experience, Sue became one of the founders of the Akron Diabetes Association which she was very dedicated to. When Sue wasn’t working, she loved spending time outdoors. She was an avid golfer and also loved tending to her beautiful flowers. Her greatest passion in life was spending time with her family. The best thing Sue could give to them was her time. She thoroughly enjoyed being a wife, mother, and Nana. Sue was also a fur mom to her beloved dogs Divot and Putter. She will be deeply missed by all that knew her. Sue is survived by her husband, Rick Monsell; daughter Lynn (Todd) Kotler; grandchildren Lauren LeBlanc and Lucas Kotler; special nieces Jamie (Kyle) Hillegass and Kristen (Drew) Monsell; and her sister Joan (Ken) Symonds. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5-7 p.m. at the Paquelet Funeral Home in Massillon. A service will follow at 7 p.m and will be LiveStreamed for those that cannot attend. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 15829, Arlington, VA 22215. THE VIDEO IS NOT VIEWABLE UNTIL 7 P.M. WHEN THE SERVICE BEGINS. Facebook Live Streaming Click Here