All Obituaries

BARBERTON - Catherine L. Herold, 88, passed away peacefully on June 16. Catherine was born May 15, 1933 to John & Mary Herold. Being the fourth of seven children, her placement squarely in the middle of a large family reflects a devotion to family that would become one of her hallmarks. She was preceded in death by parents and siblings.  Catherine was born and resided in Barberton most of her life. An excellent student, she attended St. Augustine Grade School, Highland Jr. High, and...

Norma Jean Richner of Cuyahoga Falls, OH, passed away peacefully and met her Savior Jesus Christ surrounded by her loving family on Sunday June 6, 2021 just 8 days shy of her 89th birthday.  Norma was born in Wooster, OH to Mildred and Willis Tucker. She was preceded in death by husbands Joseph Todd and Clyde Richner and grandson, Jeremiah Collins.   Norma is survived by her dear sister, Wanda Ryneer of NM, her loving daughters, Karen Sunderland (James Hylton) of Cleveland,...

Jason Bryan Maurer (September 25,1975-June 5, 2021) Jason Bryan Maurer passed away unexpectedly June 5, 2021. He leaves behind his mother Pam, brother Adam (Amanda), nephews Brayden and Blayne, niece Brooklyn and maternal grandmother Judith Parish.  Jason was also surrounded by a large and loving family of aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his father Gregory, his infant brothers Eric and Kurt, his uncle John, and grandparents Josephine and Lawrence...

BARBERTON - Rosemary Ann (Stimac) Paddy born March 17, 1940, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2021 with family and friends by her side. Preceded in death by her beloved parents John and Rose Stimac, Rosemary “Rosie” was born in Akron Ohio and graduated from Buchtel High School in 1958.  She was employed by Western & Southern Insurance Company and worked there until she started her family.  Later in life she worked at Hallmark Gift Store and Pleasant View Assisted...

BARBERTON - Mario D. Zadra, (94), a Barberton resident passed away June 2, 2021. He was born September 29, 1926 in Ironwood Michigan to the late Daniel and Emma Zadra. Preceded in death by his lovely wife of 45 years Dorothea, Daughter; Mary Beth (Mark) Rittenhour, Son in Law; Jerry A. Young and Father and Mother in Law, George & Lucille Kraemer. He is survived by his 3 children; Dennis (Charlene) Zadra, Janet (Kevin) O'Brien and Alan (Melissa) Zadra....

Margaret E. Kezman, 96, passed away June 2, 2021 at Parkside Villa in Middleburg Heights. Margaret was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and retired from Barberton Citizens Hospital as an LPN in the Nursery Unit. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and the former Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband George; and four sisters; She is survived by her daughters Carol (Michael) Hanneman, Jean (Charles) Bruni and Alice (Thomas) Rhine; seven...

Dorien M. Mattle, 88, passed away into the arms of the Lord on May 30, 2021. Dorien was born in Madison, WI and had been a Barberton resident most of her life where she retired from P.P.G. Industries after 38 years of service. She was a member of St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church in Norton where she was active with the Ladies Aid, LWML and did numerous other activities for the church. Dorien loved attending her children and grandchildren’s sporting events, was a Jr. Bowling...

On Wednesday, May 26, 2021, Martin Underation, devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend passed away at the age of 66.  He was born on January 2nd, 1955 in Barberton, Ohio to Peter and Mary Underation. He attended Sts. Cyril and Methodius school in Barberton and Barberton High School.   He married Susan Mollohan on May 1st, 1980 and just celebrated their 41st wedding anniversary.  Marty and Sue raised three wonderful children, Jamie, Pete, and Keri. Marty...

Robert H. Sapp, 65, passed away May 26, 2021. Bob was born in Mobile, Alabama and had been an area resident most of his life where he graduated from Central-Hower High School. He worked at Revlis Corporation for 20 years and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Preceded in death by his parents Robert and Virginia; He is survived by his wife Kimberly Conrad-Sapp; son Alex (Sarah Randall); stepchildren Shannon (David) Wokojance, Jacob (Kirsten) Conrad, Nichole (Joseph) Durant and Emily Conrad;...

Marta K. Bendel born June 6, 1942, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2021. She was proceeded in death by husband Russell C. Bendel and Holley Seeley.  She is survived by children Jim Seeley and Heather Herbst, stepsons Randy Bendel, Rodger (Becky) Bendel and Michael Bendel and several grandchildren. Marta had a passion for horses, shopping and absolutely loved the beach. The family would like to give special thanks to care giver and friend Elizabeth M. Walker. Graveside services at...