All Obituaries

Michael Harold Worroll Harold slept in the Lord on Thursday May 16, 2019. He was born on June 28, 1957. He passed away after a long battle with his health He completed his High School Diploma in the state of New York Professionally, he worked for The Salvation Army in Connecticut and Ohio. He also worked for Family Dollar in Worcester MA, and for DHL and Little Tikes in Akron OH where he had to resign recently due his health He was a determined man, very hardworking and always a stickler...

Brian K. Nemchev, 58, passed away May 13, 2019 at Akron City Hospital. Brian was born in Akron to Martin and Thelma Nemchev. He been a resident of the Kemnore/Barberton area all his life and worked at B & C Machine Co. Brian was a caring man and loved his family. Survivors include his son Keith M.; grandchildren Keith Jr., James and Charley Nemchev and Alexis Canning; sister Vickie Garren; and brothers Denny and Jeffrey Nemchev. Per his wishes cremation will take place.  

PORTAGE LAKES---Mary Ruth Johnson, 94, passed into Jesus’s arms on Sunday, May 12, 2019. She was born on December 28, 1924, the daughter of the late Ada Joyce and William Sosebee. She was a member of the Eastern Star for over 50 years. Mary retired from Seiberling Tire and Rubber Company and loved her family, the Cleveland Indians and playing cards. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 53 years, Ralph Johnson; sister Edna Kaisk; and brother Bill Sosebee. Mary is survived...

Barbara A. Ziruolo "Bobbi", 59, passed peacefully May 11, 2019. Preceded in death by her loving parents Herman & Jean. Bobbi is survived by her siblings Rick (Carol), Laura, Mary Jo (Ricky), Susie (Greg) and Janice; nieces & nephews Stephanie, Greg (Winnie), Ross (Monica), Justin, Kayleigh, Jeannie, Andrew (Mark) and many other special family members. She worked at Firestone Country Club for over 25 years and loved the members dearly. Bobbi enjoyed reading,...

BARBERTON---Kimberly J. Guysick, 57, passed away May 11, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. Kim was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and was a Registered Nurse at Lorantfy Care Center. Survivors include her loving husband of 25 years, Rick Jr; brothers Joe and Mike Ellis and Patrick (Nour) Kelly; and numerous other family members; and special friends Eileen, Cindy, Chris and Melissa. Per her wishes there will be no services and cremation has taken place. To share a...

BARBERTON---Forrest H. L. Sell, 87, passed away May 6, 2019.  He was born in Orondo, WA and grew up in Washtucna, WA.  Forrest retired from Davey Tree Company. Forrest is survived by his wife of 68 years, Helen; children Rick Sell, Patti Snyder, Ron Sell and Suzanne (Bill) Barger; six grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren. Calling Hours will be held on Monday, May 13, 2019 from 4 - 7 p.m. at the SILVA-HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. West, Barberton. To share a...

BARBERTON---Lea Yvonne Little, 71, passed away suddenly May 6, 2019.  She was born in Middletown, OH to Levitis and Renavae Smith and currently resided in Barberton.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack; son Robert; sisters Carolyn Miller and Dennise Smith.  She is survived by her son, Richard D. Little; siblings, Barbara Little, Norma Gail Smith, Greg (Glennis) Smith, Pamela (Reggie) Rigney, Melissa (Henry) Halcomb, Ricky (Mary) Smith and Roberta Fillers; and a...

BARBERTON---James L. Schake, 83, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2019. He was born and raised in Barberton, Ohio where he built a wonderful life with his loving wife of 62 years, Shirley. He retired from a successful career at Reiter Dairy in 1995, where he had worked for over 35 years. After his retirement he worked part time as a starter for Loyal Oak Golf course. Jim was an avid sportsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a great golfer, having made 3 holes-in-one over the years....

GLENDALE, CA---Richard F. Hrubovcak, 73, passed away May 2, 2019. Rich was born in Akron and was a former Barberton resident. He lived most of his life in California and retired from Union Pacific Railroad as the Union President. He was an Army Veteran and a Purple Heart Recipient, having served during Vietnam. Preceded in death by his parents Nick and Mary; and brother-in-law Robby Robinson; He is survived by his brothers George (Linda) of Barberton and Tom (Jenny) of Las Vegas; sisters...

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