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.
Dennis J. Mollric
Sep 7, 2021
BARBERTON - Dennis Mollric was born and raised in Barberton until his passing September 7, 2021 (83 years young). During his lifetime, he was a Barberton Police Officer for 30 plus years and then became a Summit County Special Deputy for 20 plus years. During peacetime, he served in the US Army for 2 years,...
Agnes F. (Magura) Tomich
Sep 3, 2021
NORTON---Agnes F. Tomich, 90, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2021.
She loved gardening, puzzle books and most of all baking. Agnes was preceded in death by her parents Mike and Elizabeth (Krnach) Magura and her many siblings. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Alex; sons Jeff (Dianna) and Eric (Linda); many...
Frank S. Porok
Aug 27, 2021
BARBERTON---Frank S. Porok, aged 92 years, passed away on August 27, 2021. He was born in Barberton, Ohio on January 22, 1929 to George and Josephine (Zalar) Porok. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, George; sister and brother-in-law, Josephine and Lawrence Maurer; and his nephews, Gregory and John Maurer. Frank is survived by his...
Robert "Bob" L. Myers
Aug 21, 2021
BARBERTON---Robert “Bob” L. Myers, 83, passed away August 21, 2021.
Bob was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and graduate of Barberton High School. He was a bricklayer, former Assistant Building Commissioner for the City of Barberton and retired from Summit County as a Building Inspector. Bob was a faithful member of...
Philip C. Sauvageot
Aug 21, 2021
Philip “Phil” Charles Sauvageot, 74 of Barberton, Ohio, left this world behind to be with his Lord and Savior on August 21, 2021 after a three year battle with cancer.
Loving husband of 36 years to Nancy, father to Philip M. (Stephanie) Sauvageot, Tina Sauvageot (Mike McFeely), Janna Elliot, and Elizabeth (Tony) Kozenko; Grandpap/Grandpa/Papa to...
Keith R. Linn
Aug 18, 2021
Keith Linn aka Keith London of Akron Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday August 18th. He is preceded in death by his best friend of 40 years Linda D Fisher of Doylestown and his ex wife Linda R Linn. He is survived by his daughter Tracie sellers of Michigan, Roxie / Ron Jones...
Michael J. Kindel
Aug 18, 2021
BARBERTON---Michael J. Kindel, 86, passed away August 18, 2021 at Summa Barberton Hospital.
Mike was born in Barberton where he was a lifelong resident and retired from the Akron Recycling Center after working at Sieberling Tire and Rubber Co. and Rockwell. He was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, loved golfing and making...
John "Jack" K. Lohan
Aug 17, 2021
NORTON---John (Jack) K. Lohan, 77, passed away unexpectedly August 17, 2021.
Jack was born January 3, 1944 in Wheeling, WV to John J. and Elinor J. Lohan.
He was preceded in death by parents, John J. and Elinor J. and daughter-in-law, Sharon Lohan. Jack is survived by Karen, his loving wife of 55...
Mary L. (Sayko) Jursik
Aug 13, 2021
Our family lost a very loving, talented and hardworking woman on August 13th 2021. Mary was born to Gabriel and Elizabeth Sayko in 1927. She married the love of her life, Joe Jursik, in 1947.
Mary loved her job and friends at Babcock & Wilcox. She was an extremely talented seamstress and took great pride...
Ethel L. Baker
Aug 13, 2021
Ethel Baker, 87, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2021 at The Village of St. Edward Hospice Center in Fairlawn.
She had been a resident of The Village of St. Edward-Wadsworth for the past two years. Ethel was born in Akron on August 29, 1933, the daughter of the late Joseph and Julia Baker. She...
Ronald J. Mollric
Aug 10, 2021
BARBERTON---Ron was born January 16, 1944, in Barberton Ohio, to Teresa “Tess” Mahalek and Joe Mollric, and passed away August 10, 2021. Ron was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, brother, athlete, public servant and a friend to all who crossed his path. Ron, “Beetle” to his closest friends, loved Barberton and never left except...
Natalie A. (Healy) Doell
Jul 31, 2021
WADSWORTH---Natalie A. Doell (Healy) age 87, died on Saturday, July 31. She was born in Staten Island, NY where she attended New Dorp High School class in 1951. She went on to graduate from St. Mary's College class of 1955, this is where he met her loving husband Philip, whom she married in Staten Island in April...
Joseph Carl Sukie
Jul 31, 2021
Joseph Carl Sukie passed away peacefully on July 31, 2021 at the age of 90.
Joseph was born in Barberton to the late Joseph and Teresa Sukie in 1930. He graduated from Barberton High School and enlisted in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was stationed at Chicksands, England as a Radio Intercept...
Richard J. Waltz
Jul 31, 2021
BARBERTON---Richard Joseph Waltz passed away the morning of July 31, 2021 with family by his side. He was born January 22, 1936, in Barberton, Ohio, the son of Eleanor and Joseph Waltz. Richard was a 1954 graduate of St. Mary High School, where he met his wife Beverly (née Frattura). Richard received a Masters Degree in Mechanical...
John "Jack" S. Sabol
Jul 31, 2021
BARBERTON - Jack (John) Sabol passed away July 31, 2021 of a malignant brain tumor that was diagnosed on April 27. Despite surgery, therapy, and rehab, he was told it was terminal. He spent his last 16 days at home with a family who loved him and made sure he was never without company. He...
Craig R. Lytle
Jul 17, 2021
BARBERTON---Craig R. Lytle, 73, passed away July 17, 2021. Craig was born in Akron and had been a Barberton resident all his life.
He retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 48 years and was a member of Faith Family Church. Craig loved spending time at Springwood Lake Camp Club in East Sparta.
...Joshua P. Dowdell
Jul 16, 2021
Joshua Dowdell, 44, passed away on Friday, July 16th 2021.
Josh will be missed everyday by his Mother Pamela Dowdell, Father James Dowdell, Step-Mother Christine Dowdell, Sister Julie Norman, Son Jarod Dowdell, Son Jayden Dowdell, Grandmother June Millianoes, Grandmother Lena Lowe, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and many great friends.
The family will receive friends...
Edith M. (Anderson) Canning
Jul 12, 2021
BARBERTON---Edith Marie Canning (Anderson), 96, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 19, 1925, in Barberton, where she was a lifetime resident.
She is preceded in death by her husband, John, with whom she enjoyed 55 years of marriage, her parents John and Laura Anderson, and...
Barbara A. (Maurer) Horvath
Jul 2, 2021
BARBERTON---Barbara A. Horvath (nee Maurer) of Barberton passed away on Friday, July 2, 2021, after a lengthy struggle. She was born December 13, 1940, to the late James and Margaret Maurer in Barberton, and lived her entire life in the Barberton area. She attended St. Augustine’s Grade School and graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1958....
Joan M. (Ruminski) Kaplinski
Jun 28, 2021
Joan Kaplinski, 92, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2021. Joan was born in Cleveland and spent most of her life in Barberton. She retired as a seamstress at CMO Inc. in Barberton when she was in her 70's. She was a joyful, loving, caring soul, who loved her family very deeply. She will be forever embedded...
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