Robert C. Levandoski passed away suddenly Monday, Sept. 8, 2008.

He was born June 5, 1949, to Clyde and Edna in the historic area of Bennett's Corners. He grew up to cherish the memories and legacy of his family's century-old farm. Throughout Mr. Levandoski's life he instilled the value of family and often spoke proudly and fondly of his ancestors. He carried their resolve of adversity to many areas of his life. Beginning his career in journalism, he worked at The Medina County Gazette, where he would meet lifelong friends and mentors. Mr. Levandoski continued developing his love for research and writing as managing editor for a national consumer magazine. He fulfilled his dream of publishing his first novel in 1997 with "Going to Chicago." He again displayed his love of family by telling the tale of his father and Uncle Corwin going to the World's Fair in 1934. As three novels followed, Mr. Levandoski perfected the art of visual analogy and the inner workings of small-town politics. He continued weaving tales in his mystery novels under the pen name of C.R. Corwin. In 2004, his novel "Fresh Eggs" was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. His love of instruction was for all to see as he taught writing courses at the University of Akron.

Mr. Levandoski was passionate about politics, equality and learning. He passed the legacy of fairness and unconditional love onto his children. Forever in our memories is the strength he showed during family tragedy. He diligently cared for his father during his struggle with Alzheimer's and was a stronghold during his sister-in-law's battle with cancer.

He leaves his beloved wife, Carol Levandoski; mother; brother, Donald (Linda); daughters, Jenifer (Charles) Sperrazza and Kary (Brian) Prince; grandson, Gabriel Remark; niece, Heidi (George) Yatsko and children; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Charles and Rose Biliczky; friend and mentor, Sandy LeMasters; colleagues and friends at the Akron Beacon Journal, the University of Akron and the Permanent Press Publishing Co.; lifelong friends, Howard Cook, Paul Grant, Gary Hemphill, Jim Kerns, Dale Maharidge and Ed Noga; and his mischievous dogs, Dudley and Nellie.

He was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Joyce Biliczky, in 2003, and father, in 2005.

Join us for reflection and celebration of Rob's life at 11 a.m. Saturday at Waite & Son Funeral Homes, Medina Chapel, 765 N. Court St.

Burial: Spring Grove Cemetery, Medina.

Visiting hours: 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the University of Akron Foundation, 105 Fir Hill St., Akron, 44325-2603, for a scholarship in his name. This will continue his legacy of learning to perfect the written word.