Margaret S. (Harris) Thomas
Feb 20, 2022
NORTON---Margaret (Harris) Thomas, 74, passed away February 20, 2022. Born in Cleveland on October 24, 1947, she was an area resident for the past 43 years.
She enjoyed camping and relaxing by the fire holding her best teaching moments of life. She cared deeply for everyone she met and was an amazing listener for all...
Amber Marie Palevich
Feb 15, 2022
BARBERTON---Amber M. Palevich, 38, passed away February 15, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Amber was born in Barberton where she was a life resident.
Preceded in death by her grandparents Leon B. and Juanita I. Palevich; grandfather Kenneth Dye; and step-grandfather Roger P. Ortiz; She is survived by her loving significant...
Ann M. Casto
Feb 13, 2022
BARBERTON---Ann M. Casto, 79, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2022 at The Village of St. Edward at Wadsworth.
Ann was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and worked at Sieberling Tire and Rubber and retired from the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church...
David "Poke" J. Gondor
Feb 9, 2022
BARBERTON---David J. Gondor “Poke”, 67, passed away February 9, 2022. David was born on May 4, 1954 in Barberton where he was a Westside life resident. Poke was a graduate of Barberton High School Class of 1972 where he played football. He retired from Saint-Gobain. He also enjoyed playing softball and golf and was a member of...
John C. Patton
Feb 7, 2022
John C. Patton (WD8JP)
WADSWORTH/DOYLESTOWN---John C. Patton, (WD8JP), 79, passed away on February 7, 2022. John was born on September 21, 1942 in Dennison, OH and had been an area resident most of his life.
He leaves to mourn his passing, his loving wife of 42 years, Kathy (nee Herold); children Michelle (Andrew)...
Frank T. Presutto Ii
Feb 3, 2022
NORTH CANTON – Frank T Presutto II, 66, passed away February 3, 2022, at his home in North Canton, Ohio.
Frank was born in Barberton, but also lived in Wadsworth, before settling into his final home in North Canton.
Frank spent most of his working life as a machinist at a variety of...
Michael A. Pace
Jan 31, 2022
Michael A. Pace
WADSWORTH---Michael A. Pace, 79, passed away with his family by his side on January 31, 2022.
Mike was born in Burgettstown, PA and had been an Akron area resident most of his life. He was known for his lifelong passion for the automobile business.
Preceded in death by his son James; parents Mario and Evelyn; sisters Betty LaFatch and Norma...
Sandra K. (Neal) Flaker
Jan 31, 2022
NEW FRANKLIN---Sandra K. Flaker, 73, passed away suddenly on January 31, 2022.
Sandra was born in Barberton and was an area resident all her life. She was a former member of St. George Catholic Church and current member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Sandra was an excellent seamstress, cook, baker and singer. She...
Robert T. Okolish
Jan 29, 2022
NORTON---Robert “Bob” T. Okolish passed away peacefully on January 29, 2022. Robert was born on February 7, 1933 in Barberton, Ohio and later moved to Norton, where he shared a gentleman’s farm with his wife and children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Jennie Okolish (née Koren); his brothers, Tony, Frank,...
Frederick A. Wilhelm
Jan 27, 2022
Frederick Wilhelm passed away on January 27, 2022 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Fred was born on July 16, 1952 and grew up in Norton. He was a machinist by trade and was passionate about his job and took pride in his work. Fred always loved playing baseball and then softball with many...
Terry Lee Selogy
Jan 13, 2022
Terry Lee Selogy
WADSWORTH TWP---Terry L. Selogy, 73, passed away from Covid Pneumonia complications on January 13, 2022.
Terry was born in Massillon and has been an area resident all his life. He retired from Alsides after 20 years of service, the Wadsworth City Schools after 20 years and owned and operated his...
Andrew P. Homan
Jan 6, 2022
Andrew P. Homan, 29, passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2022. Andrew was born in Barberton and was a lifelong area resident. Preceded in death by his grandparents Sam and LeNora Homan; and uncles Thomas Homan and Donnie Neal; He is survived by his loving wife Karrissa; son Samuel; daughters Jaclynn, Meadow and Kosima; son...
Ricky L. Engstrom
Jan 5, 2022
Rick "Ricky" L. Engstrom, age 67 passed away peacefully in his home on January 5th, 2022. He was a loving father, grandfather and partner and a friend to many. He was born July 1,1954 in Uhrichsville, OH. He spent a lot of his time hunting and fishing on his pontoon boat. He was a hardworking man, he...
Dawn (Lee) Daves
Jan 2, 2022
Dawn Daves “Nana” (nee Lee)
Dawn Daves of Clarksville, TN, passed away January 2, 2022. The Lord brought her home to be with her mother Beryl (Gooch) and Jack Lee. Dawn was born and raised in Barberton.
Dawn is survived by children Brad Daves, Nicholas Daves (Alvina Dial); daughter Carrie Daves (Matt Deem);...
Mary Louise (Lough) Reed
Jan 1, 2022
Mary Louise Reed, 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep to be with the Lord January 1, 2022 at her nieces home, Debra Wise in Akron, Ohio. She was born August 23, 1925 in Camden, WV to the late Letha and James Mack Lough.
Over the years “Lou” and “Bill” enjoyed traveling, especially with the...
Linda A. (Ely) Curtin
Dec 26, 2021
Linda Curtin (Ely) of Barberton passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021. Linda was born on July 30, 1943 in Copley, Ohio.
Linda was well loved by all her friends and family. She was a dedicated teacher in Barberton School system.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, George Ely...
Thomas M. Schick
Dec 25, 2021
NEW FRANKLIN---Thomas M. Schick born Jan. 9, 1952 passed away unexpectedly Dec. 25, 2021. Tom was a kind, respected, and hard-working man with an unwavering sense of humor and a steadfast faith in God. To know him was to love him and he will be deeply missed.
Tom was born in Barberton, OH and graduated...
Joseph M. Rinaldo
Dec 23, 2021
NORTON---Our wonderful, dedicated and loving father was born December 4, 1929, and went home on Dec 23, 2021, to be with our Heavenly Father and his loving wife of 50+ years (Dec 18, 2006) for Christmas.
He is preceded in death by his wife Frances Grace (Pastor) Rinaldo; his mother, Nancy; father, Salvatore; his sisters,...
Donald G. Dragovich
Dec 23, 2021
BARBERTON---Donald G. Dragovich, 86, passed away December 23, 2021.
Per wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no services.
Donna Lynn (Carr) Fletcher
Dec 20, 2021
Donna L. Fletcher, 56, passed away unexpectedly on December 20, 2021.
Donna was born in Akron and had been an area resident all her life. She was active in Wadsworth Eagles Aerie 2117 where she was on the Ladies Auxiliary Committee. Donna also enjoyed gardening.
Preceded in death by her parents Donald and...
