John Paul Somerick, Jr

DOYLESTOWN---John P. Somerick Jr., 74, passed away November 15, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center in Copley. Born in Barberton, he had been an area resident all his life having retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. after 20 years of service. John was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and the former SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church for 50 years, where he was a member of the Rosary Society. John enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing and was a proud Air Force Veteran.

Preceded in death by parents John Sr. and Anna; Survivors include loving wife of 50 years Carol; sons John III (Rita) and Joseph; and the love of his life grandson Jared.


The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the entire staff at Visiting Nurses of Stark Co. and the Hospice Care Center in Copley.


Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, November 19, 2010, 10 A.M, Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Fr. Robert Jackson celebrant. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Calling Hours Thursday 5-8 P.M. at the SILVA-HOSTETLER FUNERAL HOME, 1199 Wooster Rd. West, Barberton. In lieu of flowers memorials are requested to VNS Hospice, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, OH 44333.