Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Barberton, Summit County, Ohio

The obituaries in the Summit County area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Barberton, Ohio's history and identity.

Lucille M. Mack

Lucille M. Mack

Feb 11, 2024

Lucille M. Mack passed away February 11, 2024. She was born April 26, 1932 in Copley, Ohio and was a graduate of Copley High School in 1950. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree in 1954 from Saint John College, Cleveland, Ohio, a Master of Science Nursing Degree from Wayne State University in Detroit in...

Marvin L. Husk

Marvin L. Husk

Feb 8, 2024

Marvin Lee Husk 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 8, 2024. He was born in Grantsville, West Virginia and lived most of his life in Barberton and Clinton Ohio.

Marvin was a proud Vietnam Veteran. He is preceded in death by his wife Rebecca; his parents Walter and Olive (Stemple); brothers Joe ...

Adele S. (Schieble) Looney

Adele S. (Schieble) Looney

Feb 4, 2024

ADELE SCHIEBLE LOONEY, almost 101, died February 4, 2024 at home in Wadsworth, Ohio.  Adele a tireless, committed, and joyful educator, advocate, and organizer for peace, nonviolence, women’s rights, and racial, environmental and economic justice, was also a dedicated wife [John]; loving mother [Marcia Hartman (Joel), Mark (Mary Anne Staniszewski)]; grandmother and great-grandmother [Katherine Hartman (Larry Williams...

August Michael Ocepek

August Michael Ocepek

Jan 26, 2024

August Michael Ocepek. “Mickey” 12/6/43-01/26/24 was born in Barberton, Ohio and passed away recently after a brief illness.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years Dottie (Huff), son Christopher (Cindy) and daughter Stephanie (Chris Giusti). He has three surviving nephews Mike , Nick and Phil Baker and godson Gus Baker all of Naples,...

Yvonne N. (Maag) Simons

Yvonne N. (Maag) Simons

Jan 18, 2024

Yvonne Norene Simons (Maag), 83, passed away on Thursday, January 18th, 2024. Yvonne was born in Barberton, OH on July 3rd, 1940. She was a lifelong Barberton resident and graduated from St. Mary's in 1958. Yvonne retired from Novar where she worked for a number of years. After retiring, she went back to work at...

Anna Cintavy

Anna Cintavy

Jan 16, 2024

Anna Cintavy, 96, of Barberton, Ohio passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday January 16, 2024.

A long time resident she was born in Czechoslovakia on April 12, 1927.  She had two sons John and Miro and also four grandchildren Kyle, Isabell, Gabbi and Donna all of

whom she adored.

She...

Letty Ann (Thomas) Angerer

Letty Ann (Thomas) Angerer

Jan 9, 2024

Letty A. Angerer (Thomas), 89, of Barberton, Ohio passed away peacefully the morning of January 9, 2024, due to natural causes.

Letty was born in Dayton, Ohio on July 24,1934 to Jesse L. and Martha J. Thomas. She was a long-time resident of Barberton, moving to the area in 1961.  She graduated in the top...

Steven W. Winans

Steven W. Winans

Jan 9, 2024

Steven William Winans, 65, passed away unexpectedly January 9, 2024, at home.

Steve was born in Barberton and grew up in Norton. He graduated from Norton High School in 1977, where he loved playing football. He was an avid sports fan throughout his life and a huge Brown’s fan. He also enjoyed trips to Florida...

Beverly K. (Myers) Flynn

Beverly K. (Myers) Flynn

Jan 7, 2024

Beverly K. Flynn, 64, passed away January 7, 2024.

Bev was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and worked at Emmanuel Church of Christ in Doylestown. She was a member of Faith Family Church. Bev loved the beach, the Michigan Wolverines and college football. She also loved doing woodworking projects with her...

Robert G. Eckel

Robert G. Eckel

Jan 6, 2024

Robert G. Eckel, 73, passed away January 6, 2024 at The Sanctuary Wadsworth.

Bob was born in Akron and retired from Ohio Edison. He was a member of the First Lutheran Church of Barberton, American Legion Post 331, Eagles 2164 and a U.S. Navy Veteran. Bob enjoyed bowling and watching old Western movies.

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Reid R. Caldwell

Reid R. Caldwell

Jan 5, 2024

Reid R. Caldwell, 88, passed away January 5, 2024 at Summa Barberton Hospital.

Reid was a Machinist and was a Marine Corp veteran. Reid was preceded in death by his wife Patricia in May of 2022. He is survived by his daughter-in-law Traci Purk; and grandson Tyler Purk.

Per his wishes cremation will...

Jean M. (Basford) Endres

Jean M. (Basford) Endres

Jan 2, 2024

Jean M. Endres, 96, passed away January 2, 2024.

Jean was born in Brownton, West Virigina and had been an area resident all her life and retired from the JCPenney Co. She loved all Cleveland Sports, helping at and watching the Soap Box Derby and watching her grandkids sporting events.

Jean was preceded...

Mildred M. (Caulder) Danford

Mildred M. (Caulder) Danford

Dec 24, 2023

Mildred M. Danford, 70, passed away December 24, 2023 with her family by her side. Mildred was born in Norfolk, Virginia to Willoughby and Edna Caulder. She worked as a CNA for Northeast Professional Home Care. Millie loved fishing, and the smell of the water. She loved spending time with her family and loved family...

Marjory A. (Reed) Morgan

Marjory A. (Reed) Morgan

Dec 20, 2023

Together Again

Marjory Ann Morgan (Reed), 85, passed away on December 20, 2023.

She was born in Akron on May 9, 1938 to Welcome and Gladys P. Reed. Marjory was a life time resident of Barberton and graduated from the Barberton High School Class 1956. She married Richard Scott Morgan the love of...

William L. Clegg I

William L. Clegg I

Dec 11, 2023

William Lee Clegg I, 76, of Beallsville Ohio, passed away December 11, 2023.

William is preceded in death by his wife of 55 years Joy A Clegg, who was the true love of his life.

He leaves behind one son William Lee Clegg II of Beallsville Ohio.

Per his wishes, cremation...

Vincenza (Volpe) Koger

Vincenza (Volpe) Koger

Dec 4, 2023

Vincenza "Enza" Koger, age 85, of Akron, Ohio, passed away on December 4, 2023. Enza was born on September 11, 1938. She will be remembered as a devoted, charitable, outgoing, and loving individual. Enza is survived by her sister, Cesaria (Volpe) Lancaster; daughters, Darlene (Koger) Lemay and Kathy (Koger) Guthrie; sons Paul Koger and Jeff Koger; nine...

Eugene "Geno" Evans Jr.

Eugene "Geno" Evans Jr.

Dec 2, 2023

Eugene “Geno” Evans Jr., age 96, of Barberton, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023 at Pebble Creek Health Care Center, following a period of declining health.

He was born on May 10, 1927 in Barberton to the late Eugene and Nellie (Bessermini) Evans, and was a U.S. Army veteran. He married Margaret Slimak on...

James Miller Jr.

James Miller Jr.

Nov 24, 2023

James “Jim” Miller Jr. passed away on November 24, 2023 at his home.

Born November 9, 1935 to Viola and Lionel James Miller he was the youngest of 5 children. He was raised on the family farm in Medina and graduated from Medina High School in 1954.  During his childhood, Jim developed a lifelong love...

Sanford Owen Gish

Sanford Owen Gish

Nov 21, 2023

Sanford O. Gish, 86, passed away November 21, 2023. Sanford was born in Midland, KY and had been an area resident all his life where he retired from Consolidated Freightways after 29 years as a truck driver. He was a member of Teamsters Local #24 Retiree Club where he served as a Trustee. Sanford was...

Patricia A. (Beres) Baliga

Patricia A. (Beres) Baliga

Nov 20, 2023

Patricia A. Baliga, 82, passed away November 20, 2023.

Pat was born in Barberton where she was a life resident. She was an insurance agent for State Farm and also Maloney-Dueber Insurance Agencies. Pat was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and a  former member of Holy Trinity Church. She was active in...

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