Recent Obituaries in Barberton, Summit County, Ohio

Sep 1, 2023

Frank E. Kaplinski, 92, of Barberton passed away 9/1/23.  Born 3/25/31 to Frank and Anna Kaplinski.  Frank was a Veteran of the Army.  He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 65 years, Joan, and many loved family members.

He is survived by his children, Ron Kaplinski and Loretta VonGunten. Grandchild, Kristen Powers. ...

Aug 26, 2023

Shirley M. Andrew, 83, passed away August 26, 2023 at Wadsworth Pointe.

Shirley was born in Monticello, Indiana. She was a resident of Barberton, where she was a Real Estate Agent and seamstress, owning Hemline USA.

Preceded in death by her parents Oakley and Shirley Flatt; and daughter Rebecca; She is survived by...

Aug 25, 2023

Patricia J. Johnson, 76, passed away August 25, 2023 at Altercare of Wadsworth. Patty was born in Barberton where she was a lifetime resident of the Barberton/Norton area. She was a member of the Norton Church of Christ. Preceded in death by her parents Gerald and Hilda Rudd; and brother and sister-in-law Bruce and Betty...

Aug 14, 2023

David L. Sandvik, 65, passed away August 14, 2023 after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Demetia.

David was born and raised in Barberton where he graduated from Barberton High School in 1975. David then relocated to Littlefield, TX in the mid 90's where he was a diesel mechanic. Dave loved working on cars and...

Aug 8, 2023

Susan E. “Suzi” Prinzo, 71, of Wadsworth passed away August 8, 2023 at Wadsworth Pointe after battling long-term health issues. Suzi retired early from the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company to care for her growing family. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt and friend. Her family meant everything to her. She...

Aug 7, 2023

Sharon L. Gray, 76, passed away on August 7, 2023 at Pleasant View Health Care Center.

Sharon was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and worked at JC Penney Co. She was also a lifelong member of The River of Life Church in Barberton.

Preceded in death by her husband...

Aug 3, 2023

Lorraine J. Ducar, 93, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday evening, August 03, 2023 following a period of declining health.

Born to the late Henry & Nellie Mushinski on June 21, 1930, Lorraine graduated from Barberton High School in 1948 and was a lifelong Barberton resident.  She was employed by...

Jul 28, 2023

Bret Anthony Binns, 44, of Mansfield has received his reserved seat at the Big House as of July 28, 2023.

Bret was born on June 29, 1979 to Dan and Lizabeth (Honeycutt) Binns in Akron. He was employed by Action Super Abrasives where he “serenaded” and entertained his co-workers for over 20 years.

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Jul 27, 2023

Gail Lynn Williams, age 71, of Barberton, passed away on Thursday, July 27th, 2023 at her residence.

She was born on September 14, 1951 in Barberton to the late Owen “Bud” and Elaine (Mitchell) Williams, and was a lifelong resident of Barberton. She graduated from Barberton High School with the class of 1970.

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Jul 24, 2023

Gerald “Jerry” Thomas Nauer, age 65, died peacefully early Monday, July 24, 2023 with his family present.  He was born December 5, 1957 and lived most of his life in U.C.L.A. – Upper Canton, Lower Akron.  Jerry was a strong, hardworking man who was known and loved for his “unique” way of talking and wry, sometimes shocking...

Jul 24, 2023

Donald Eugene Querry Sr. (Crazy, PeeWee), 76 born in Huntingdon, Pennsylvania lived the majority of his life in Barberton, Ohio passed away in his home on July 24, 2023.  He was born on September 28, 1946.

Preceded in death by Lewis & Thelma Querry (parents), brothers Myron, Ronald and Richard, his granddaughter Caitlyn and son...

Jul 11, 2023

Jacob Tyler Parker, 25, passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2023, at Barberton Hospital in Barberton, Ohio.

He was born on September 28, 1997, in Barberton, Ohio, the son of Brian Riggs and Amy Parker.

Jacob enjoyed spending time outdoors, he loved riding his dirt bike, camping and fishing. Jacobs true sense of...

Jul 5, 2023

Pat Weigand, 73, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at the Cleveland Clinic Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center after a battle with cancer that lasted decades.

A 1968 graduate of Barberton High School, Pat attended The University of Akron and spent two years in the United States Marine Corps stationed at Camp Lejeune.  He...

Jul 1, 2023

Pollyann M. Fassnacht, 78, passed away on July 1, 2023.

Pollyann was born in Barberton and was a life resident of the Barberton and Kenmore area. She retired from the City of Akron Utilities Department as an Account Clerk II. Pollyann was a member of the former SS. Cyril and Methodious Catholic Church in Barberton...

Jun 28, 2023

Deborah Kay Acker, 58, from Barberton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 28, 2023, at her residence.

She was born November 18, 1964, Barberton, Ohio to the late Janet (Elliott) Panter. She graduated from Wadsworth High School in 1982 and obtained her LPN license from the Wayne County School of Nursing. She had worked for...

Jun 28, 2023

Edward John Shega born November 2, 1931 on Hametown Road in Norton Township, passed away on June 28, 2023 at the age of 91. He graduated from Norton High School in 1949 where he was selected for the All-Metro First Team in football his senior year. He was also a three-year starting catcher on the baseball team...

Jun 26, 2023

Joanne M. Terrion, age 75, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on Monday morning, June 26, 2023 due to natural causes.

She was born on August 19, 1947 in Akron, to the late Francis “Bud” and Jennie (Bischak) Terrion, and has lived in Cuyahoga Falls for most of her adult life.

Joanne graduated from...

Jun 25, 2023

Pamela J. Kelly, age 68, of Wadsworth, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 25th, 2023, with her husband by her side.

She is survived by her husband, John “Kel" Kelly, her daughter Tammy (Scott) Berlin, and her mother Lyn Byer.

Per Pam’s wishes, cremation will take place. To share a memory...

Jun 24, 2023

Walter Robert “Bob” Melnik, 88, of New Franklin, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio, on September 18, 1934, to the late Walter and Anna (Valatka) Melnik.

Bob graduated from South High School in 1952 and went on to work for Goodyear Aerospace for over 35 years. He...

Jun 17, 2023

Paul A. Shultz, passed away suddenly on June 17, 2023 at the age of 50, from complications from Asthma.  He was born February 21, 1973.  He graduated from St Augustine, Hoban High School with honors and University of Akron with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering.  He went on to receive his license in Profession Engineering (PE)...