Howard F. Mack, age 62, passed away on October 7, 2022. Born September 3, 1960, in Akron, OH, the son of the late Charles Sr. and Josephine Mack.  His deep faith was instilled at an early age and carried throughout his life. Born with the gift of gab, Howard never met a stranger.  He was a natural born entrepreneur with a perseverance that would not quit.  He owned several businesses throughout Akron.  Howard had a character that was one of a kind.  His large build, bold personality and loud voice could be intimidating, but once you knew Howard, you would discover the gentle giant he really was. An Eastside legend, Howard knew everybody. He loved watching his football and basketball and enjoyed a good game of cards. Howard loved spending time with his family and grand babies. Preceded in death by brother, Kenneth Mack and son Virgil Walker.  He leaves to mourn his passing long time love, Tina Ruggiero; sons, Joseph (Jo-Jo) and Keith Mack; daughters, LaTonya (Leron) Wells, Natasha (Trevin) Powell, Crystal Wade, Aliea and Leila Judeh all of Akron and Precious  Campbell of Virginia; 17 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Charles Jr. (Karen) and Paul Mack; sisters, Mary Mack and Joanne (Archie) Woolridge; Aunt, Judith Brooks, Uncles, Larry and Jim Brooks, special nieces Tawanna and Samaya Mack along with a host of other relatives and friends.