Recent Obituaries in Barberton, Summit County, Ohio

Apr 10, 2025

Margaret "Peggy" Tallant, 87, passed away on April 10, 2025. Born in Massillon, OH, raised in Jackson, she lived most of her life on a small farm in Richfield, OH raising sheep with her husband Harry of 53 years. She was a member of the Richfield United Church of Christ.

She is preceded in death...

Apr 6, 2025

Glenn Ashby Davis Jr., a proud United States Marine joined our heavenly father while at his home in Barberton surrounded by his loved ones after a short but tough battle with cancer. The oldest son of Glenn “Jeep” Davis and Delores “Dee” Davis, Glenn was born in Ithaca, New York and moved to Barberton, Ohio...

Apr 4, 2025

Helen “Jean” Brannon, 68, of Barberton, Ohio passed away peaceful on April 4, 2025.

Helen always had a smile on her face and a huge heart. She was always ready to help others. Helen worked 20 years at Klein’s Pharmacy, then decided to go back to school to become a RN nurse in her 40’s....

Mar 18, 2025

Norma Jean Kent (nee Bland) was born on January 9, 1935 and passed away peacefully after a brief illness with her family by her side on March 18, 2025.

Norma spent the final years of her life at the Apostolic Christian Home, where her caregivers treated her with as much love and dignity as anyone...

Mar 16, 2025

Judith K. “Judi” Alberts, 76, passed away March 16, 2025.

Judi was born in Barberton and was an area resident all her life where she retired from AT & T as a computer programmer after 30 years of service. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. Judi loved gardening and had a...

Mar 11, 2025

NORTON --- Donna R. Underation, 89, passed away peacefully on March 11, 2025. She was born to the late Angelo and Edna Nuosce on July 20, 1935. Donna was a graduate of Central High School (Akron) where she was a majorette and the University of Akron where she enjoyed being a member of a sorority. ...

Mar 9, 2025

Elaine Blackwell passed joyfully into the world beyond on March 9, 2025.

Of course, Elaine was also happy being among the living, watching Supenatural, Psych, Rachel Maddow, and God knows what else with her feline housemates Scout, Pepper, and George. She loved helping her kids and grandkids in any way she could and laughing at...

Mar 6, 2025

Constance “Connie” Wagner, 76, of Barberton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2025. Connie had an incredible sense of humor and a huge heart; she cared deeply for those close to her and brought joy and laughter to everyone she met. Her warmth and kindness will be profoundly missed by her granddaughter, Carter Elizabeth Wagner, who...

Mar 6, 2025

Ronald F. Brigley Sr. 95, went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2025.

Ron was born in New York City and moved to Barberton where he has been a resident since 1950. He was a proud Army Veteran and stationed in Korea for three years where he was a paratrooper and in the...

Mar 4, 2025

Martha Ann Macko (nee Zipay) passed away peacefully on March 4, 2025, after a brief illness at the age of 77. She was born on May 4, 1947, in Sharon PA to the late Michael and Helen Zipay.

Martha was a 1965 graduate of Farrell Senior High School (Farrell, PA) and a 1970 graduate of...

Feb 25, 2025

Terry L. Wilhelm, 74, passed away on February 25, 2025. Terry was born in Cincinnati and was a resident of Barberton. He worked for Overnite Transportation where he retired after 30 years.

Preceded in death by his parents Lilbern L. and Garnette I. Wilhelm; and brother Biff Wilhelm. He is survived by his wife, Michele...

Feb 20, 2025

Pamela S. Kurilko (née Riffle), 71, of Barberton, Ohio, passed away on February 20, 2025. Born on July 31, 1953, to the late Paul R. and Marion A. Riffle, Pam was a vibrant woman who was dedicated to her career while still enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. She had a joy for life, her many hobbies, and...

Feb 20, 2025

Helen Faith Flickinger passed away in her home on February 20, 2025 at 102 years old. She was preceded in death by her husband William, beloved granddaughter Gretchen, parents Levi and Hazel Smith and siblings James Clifford Smith and Rebecca Jean Kane.

She is survived by her five children and spouses: Janice Kovack (David), Barbara...

Feb 19, 2025

Ronald Speck, known as an amazing, kind-hearted, selfless man, went home to the Lord on February 19th, 2025.  He was born on June 29th, 1949 in Cleveland to John and Loretta (Walter) Speck.  They moved to Brunswick, Ohio where he grew up and graduated from high school.  He attended Kent State University, majoring in Journalism.  He was...

Feb 16, 2025

Maribeth A. Scott (Mari), 60, of Barberton, born June 30, 1964, passed away February 16, 2025 after a courageous, lengthy illness.

Mari was a dedicated mother and grandmother. She absolutely adored her granddaughter Skylar and always spent as much time as she could with her.

She is survived by her sons, Sean, Dell,...

Feb 16, 2025

Norton – Frank Dustin Ligas, 63, passed away on February 16, 2025. Frank was born on May 12, 1961, in Barberton, Ohio, to his parents Peter and Margaret (Genet) Ligas.

Frank loved his family. The thing he enjoyed most in life was spending time with his wife Jeanie and their children and grandchildren. He was...

Feb 10, 2025

Robert J. Champlin,”Bob,” 87, passed away on February 10, 2025, in Wadsworth, Ohio. Born on January 16, 1938, in Oak Park, Illinois, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and career.

Robert was a graduate of John Muir High School in Pasadena, California, before continuing his studies at City College in...

Feb 9, 2025

Bernardene "Bonnie" Csaszar, 87, passed away February 9, 2025.

Bonnie volunteered at Prince of Peace in the soup kitchen, enjoyed Euchre group and bowling at the Slovene Center. She loved cooking as wall as spending time sitting in her gazebo with her husband of 39 years, Jim.

Bonnie was preceded in death by...

Feb 9, 2025

Norton. – Iris Patricia Reinhold (Foby) passed away Feb.9th, 2025 @ 7 p.m. in Norton, Ohio.

Born on April 2, 1945 to Frank & Helen Foby (Moreson) of Akron, Ohio. She is preceded in death by her husband Harry ‘Bud’ Reinhold, sister Mary Parker, & brother Frank Foby.

She is survived by brothers...

Feb 9, 2025

Christina Zambrzycki, 78, passed away on February 9, 2025. Christina was born in Germany and was a resident of Barberton. She worked for the United Sates Postal Service for over 30 years.

Preceded in death by her parents Zenon and Wanda Zambrzycki; sister Marlene (Ryszard) Lecznar; She is survived by her sister, Theresa (Victor) Aho...