Recent Obituaries in Barberton, Summit County, Ohio

Jul 8, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jessica Lyn (Grim) Woodley, age 40, on July 8, 2025, in Akron, Ohio.

Jessica was born on September 15, 1984 to Eric Hughey and Tonya Ripplinger. She attended Akron Garfield Highschool graduating in 2002 and later graduated from Herzing University for Medical Billing and...

Jun 22, 2025

Katherine J. Fern, born 12/01/1961, beloved mother, sister and friend passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025.

Kathy graduated from Barberton High School in 1980. She was the epitome of kindness, the sweetest person that everyone loved.  She was cherished by her son Michael (Alexis) and also survived by her brothers Jason Canada (Melissa), Dale...

Jun 20, 2025

F. James (Jim) Hicks, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend gained his heavenly wings on June 20, 2025.

Born in Barberton, OH on April 1,1945 to the late Arthur and Helen (Mercer) Hicks, Jim has been a resident of Doylestown for 48 years. A 1963 graduate of Barberton High School, he served in the...

Jun 18, 2025

Charlynn R. Stewart, (nee Daniel), 46, passed away June 18, 2025.

Charlynn was born in Barberton and had been an area resident all her life. She loved music, elephants and most of all, spending time with her granddaughter.

Preceded in death by her father Charles Daniel; She is survived by her husband Edward...

Jun 11, 2025

Charlotte (Theken) Kidney

January 23, 1934 – June 11, 2025

Charlotte (Theken) Kidney, age 91, of Barberton, Ohio—formerly of Homer City, Pennsylvania—passed away peacefully on the morning of June 11, 2025.

Born on January 23, 1934, in the Appalachian coal town of Homer City, Charlotte was the eldest of four children...

Jun 10, 2025

Scott Michael Lieberth, 42, of Barberton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on June 10, 2025. Born on April 23, 1983, Scott was a lifelong resident of the area and attended Barberton High

School.Scott was known for his big heart and unwavering loyalty to his family and friends. He had a remarkable gift for making people smile...

Jun 9, 2025

Rosalie M. Danko, (nee Murphy), 97, passed away June 9, 2025.

Born March 15, 1928 to the late Sam and Lillian Murphy, Rosalie was a lifetime resident of Barberton and a graduate of Barberton High School.  Rosalie and husband Bob raised their children in St. Augustine Church where she was a devoted member.  A homemaker...

Jun 7, 2025

Delores J. Kenna (nee Somerick), 86, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at Summa Akron City Hospital.

Delores was born on June 16, 1938 to Mary R. (Zakraysek) and Joseph A. Somerick. She was a1956 graduate of Barberton High School. She was a faithful member...

Jun 2, 2025

Frances Carol Geig passed away peacefully on June 2nd, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born November 20, 1954 in Chattanooga Tennessee. She moved to Akron Ohio with her family as a child and later settled in Wooster where she and her husband have been residing for many years.

Frances was a devoted wife,...

May 31, 2025

Marjorie Jean Funk, 101, passed away May 31, 2025.

Marjorie was born in Barberton and was an area resident all her life where she was a 60 year member of Loyal Oak Wesleyan Methodist Church and currently a member of Bible Holiness Church in Barberton.

Preceded in death by her husband Joseph F....

May 27, 2025

Janet L. DeVault, 85, passed away peacefully on May 27th, 2025.

Janet was born on March 27th, 194o and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and great grandmother.

Janet was a teacher within her community for many years, and later in life devoted many years to Johnson United Methodist Church in Norton,...

May 27, 2025

Patricia C. (Zoker) Rittenhour passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025.  She was born and resided in Barberton her entire life.  She graduated from Our Lady of the Elms.  She was a faithful and devout Catholic her entire life attending Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband of 60...

May 23, 2025

Darlena M. (Kenner) Wise 82, passed away May 23, 2025 in her sleep with her family by her side. She was born and raised in Barberton and Norton and graduated from the Barberton Class of 1961. Darlena was known for her baby blankets she made for Akron Pregnancy Services and the hats she made for students in...

May 18, 2025

Leslie Sipos, age 76, of Barberton, Ohio, passed away on May 18, 2025.

Leslie was born in Hungary on January 31, 1949, to proud parents Paul and Margaret Sipos. He and his family immigrated to the United States in 1957, where he lived most of his life in Barberton, Ohio.

Leslie worked in...

May 17, 2025

Gerald (Jerry) W. Young, 92, of Barberton, passed away May 17, 2025. Jerry was born in Akron, Ohio on December 16, 1932, to the late Lbert and Ella Young. He lived the early part of his life in Akron, graduating from Kenmore High School in 1951, and later resided in Barberton. Jerry served in the army during...

May 17, 2025

Michael Lewis Haught, 53, passed away suddenly on May 17, 2025. Michael was born on August 29, 1971 to Michael and Debra Haught.

Michael enjoyed watching his son play baseball and just spending time with him. He loved to research old coins and baseball cards. He was always willing to offer his home if someone...

May 7, 2025

Anthony J. Plucinski, 78, passed away on May 7, 2025 in Akron, Ohio.

He was born on October 2, 1946 and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he built a long and steady career at Ford Motor Company before retiring.

Anthony was a...

Apr 29, 2025

Janine Marie Werner, 61, "Our Little Angel", gained her wings on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

Janine was born in Barberton and recently resided in Columbus. She was preceded in death by her father John P. Werner Sr.,; She is survived by her loving mother Eleanor Werner; brothers Greg (Diane) and John Jr.; sister Anne (Daniel)...

Apr 22, 2025

Ronald E. Duncan, 75, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.

Ron was born in Akron where he was a resident most of his life but also lived in Myrtle Beach for 10 years where he was an RV Mechanic. Ron also loved to read.

Preceded in death by his wife Judith; parents...

Apr 10, 2025

John A. Sinnett, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, April 10, 2025. John was known for his contagious smile and his constant willingness to always help everyone anytime he was asked.

John was a graduate of Kenmore High School and a lifelong resident of the Barberton / Kenmore area. He retired from Ohio Edison...