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.
John E. Hausch
Oct 15, 2021
BARBERTON---John E. Hausch, 85, passed away October 15, 2021.
John was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and retired from B.F. Goodrich after 37 ½ yrs. He was a member of Columbia United Church of Christ and a proud Marine Corp Veteran. John was a hard worker, avid fisherman but most of...
Eleanor S. (Nagy) Stetz
Oct 10, 2021
BARBERTON---Eleanor Sophie Stetz (nee Nagy), 95, passed away peacefully, October 10 after a brief illness.
Eleanor was born in Barberton in 1926 to the late Andy and Mary Nagy and she lived in the “Magic City” her entire life, graduating, near the top of her class, from Barberton High School in 1944. She was a...
Michael C. Young
Oct 9, 2021
NORTON---Michael C. Young lost his battle with COPD and lung cancer on October 9, 2021. Mike was born on October 8, 1953 to Bernard and Dorothy Young and grew up in Manchester, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Bernard Jr. and his niece Holly Young. Surviving him is his wife...
Elva A. (Taylor) Ramsey
Oct 9, 2021
AXTON, VA - Elva Almeda Ramsey, 90 Peacefully passed away in the care of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on October 9, 2021. She was bored in Malvern, Ohio on June 30, 1931. She lived most of her life in Barberton, Ohio and worked at the Barberton Dairy Queen for 28 years. She rang the bell...
William E. Baughman
Oct 7, 2021
BARBERTON---William E. Baughman, 88, passed away October 7, 2021.
Bill was born in Akron and had been a Barberton resident all his life. He retired from P.P.G. Industries and was a member of the former Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church until it closed. Bill was an avid gardener, hunter and fisherman but most of...
Charles W. Shirey Ii
Oct 1, 2021
Charles (Chuck) W. Shirey II
The family of Charles (Chuck) W. Shirey II is saddened to announce his passing on Friday, October 1, 2021, at the age of 59 years. He was born on June 5, 1962. Preceded in death by his father Charles Shirey and survived by his mother Cheryl (Baughman) Shirey of Barberton....
Robin A. (Nace) Ashley
Sep 28, 2021
NORTON---Robin A. Ashley, 65, passed away peacefully at her residence on September 28, 2021.
Robin was born in Akron and had been a Norton resident most of her life. She worked as a medical coder for Team Health.
Preceded in death by her parents Lawrence and Joanne Nace; and sisters Jackie Derrick and...
Steven P. Underation
Sep 28, 2021
Steven Paul Underation, 55, passed away unexpectedly on September 28, 2021. He was born on April 22, 1966 in Akron, Ohio to Patricia (Burian) and Joseph R. Underation. Steve was a 1984 graduate of Barberton High School where he was a member of the golf team. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management at...
Edward "Sonny" W. Hughes
Sep 17, 2021
BARBERTON---Edward W. “Sonny” Hughes, 85, passed away September 17, 2021 at his residence. Sonny was born in Sherman and had been an area resident all his life where he retired from Barberton Citizens Hospital. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Barberton. Sonny was a car enthusiast and was a member of numerous...
Bradley "Marty" Fox
Sep 17, 2021
BARBERTON---Bradley “Marty” Fox, 60, passed away Friday, September 17, 2021 surrounded by his family after a sudden hemorrhagic stroke on August 27. Brad never did anything small. There will never be enough room in the newspaper to describe his life, love, and personality. He was the type of person who has a friend on every...
Russel R. Bendel
Sep 9, 2021
Russel R. Bendel
DOYLESTOWN---On Thursday, September 9, 2021, God called his faithful servant home. He was promoted from his pilgrimage here on earth and crossed into our Heavenly Father’s loving arms. Russ was born in Akron and had been a Wadsworth resident most of his life.
Those who knew Russ, knew he had...
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...
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