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.
Bret Anthony Binns
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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Gail L. Williams
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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Gerald "Jerry" T. Nauer
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...
Donald E. Querry Sr.
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...
Jacob Tyler Parker
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...
Patrick Weigand
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...
Pollyann M. (Philips) Fassnacht
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...
Deborah K. Acker
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...
Edward J. Shega
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...
Joanne M. Terrion
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...
Pamela J. Kelly
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...
W. Robert "Bob" Melnik
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...
Paul A. Shultz
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)...
Patricia E. Baughman
Jun 14, 2023
Patricia Baughman born October 30,1940 passed away June 14, 2023 after a long illness. She was preceded in death by husband, Jesse E. Baughman; parents, Stephen and Eileen Sumer; sister Joann Davis; son, Charles S. Daniel; granddaughter, Krista Daniel Tisevich; and great-granddaughter, Natalia Osbun.
Survived by children Terry (Robert) Wimberly, Leigh Anne (Stephen) Goulet, Russell...
Bonnie Ann (Hickey) Reed
Jun 10, 2023
Bonnie Ann Reed, 67, went home to be with the Lord and also her husband Tom on June 10, 2023.
Bonnie was born in Lima, OH and had been an area resident all her life where she was a member of The Chapel of North Canton.
Preceded in death by her husband Tom;...
Christopher C. Geddes
Jun 10, 2023
In loving memory of
Christopher Charles Geddes-Hepfl, AKA Boo-Man
November 26, 1988 - June 10, 2023
With a profound sadness in our heavy hearts, we announce the untimely passing of Christopher. Known to everyone as Booman. Booman was a cherished son, brother, uncle,...
Richard H. Querry Sr.
Jun 9, 2023
Richard Harold Querry (Rick Sr.), 69, from Barberton, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on June 9, 2023, surrounded by his wife Denise of 48 years and his loving family.
He was born May 21, 1954, Barberton, Ohio and was the son of Lewis and Thelma Querry.
He leaves behind his wife...
Paulette "Polly" F. (Mcinturff) Judge
Jun 7, 2023
Paulette “Polly” F. Judge, 78 of Barberton, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023. She was born September 22, 1944 in Fairmont, WV and lived in Barberton most of her life. She enjoyed mowing her grass, putting puzzles together and watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy.
She was preceded in death by father, William McInturff, mother...
Rita H. (Symanski) Polacek
May 31, 2023
Rita H. Polacek, 94, passed away on May 31, 2023 at her residence.
Rita was born in Bayonne, NJ and had been a Barberton resident most of her life. She worked at Seiberling Latex, was an Executive Secretary at Babcock and Wilcox and retired as the Librarian and Secretary at St. Augustine School. Rita was...
Thomas M. Kelly
May 30, 2023
Thomas Michael Kelly was born to John Gerard and Helen Flaherty Kelly in Barberton, Ohio on May 26th, 1951. He died peacefully at home after a five-year battle with cancer in Tacoma, Washington on May 30th, 2023, at the age of 72.
Tom was the third of ten children and enjoyed playing sports, especially football...
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