Lee Wayne Kail
Apr 20, 2020
AKRON---Lee W. Kail 59, passed away unexpectedly on April 20, 2020. Lee was born in Barberton on March 4, 1961 to the late Jack and June Kail. He graduated from Barberton High School class of 1979.
Per Lee's request, there will be no calling hours or services. To share a memory or send a condolence,...
George J. Madjerac
Apr 18, 2020
BARBERTON---George “Judo” J. Madjerac, 89, passed away at his residence on April 18, 2020.
George was born in Rittman and been a Barberton resident all his life where he retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 43 years. He was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and the Croatian Lodge. George loved...
William R. Schellhase
Apr 15, 2020
William R. Schellhase II
William “Dick” R. Schellhase II, age 76, of Canton, passed away Wednesday April 15, 2020 at his home in Barberton. Born in Canton, he was a resident of the Akron/Canton area for over 50 years. Prior to his retirement he worked for Allmetal, Inc. for 38 years and his last position...
Rebecca R. (Root) Husk
Apr 13, 2020
Rebecca Renee Husk, “Becky” (Root) 68 passed away Monday April 13, 2020. Becky was a resident of Clinton for the last 28 years. She lived in Barberton until the age of 41 where she was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1970. Becky was a loving wife and mother who cared deeply for her family,...
Michael W. Nichols Sr.
Apr 7, 2020
BARBERTON -- Mike Nichols, 66, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2020, after a heart-breaking battle with dementia. Mike was born in Barberton and was a proud 1971 Norton High School graduate. He was the owner of Nichols Cleaners and Suds and Sun in Norton, Nichols Cleaners and Cavalon Cleaning downtown Barberton, and loved supporting his alma...
Betty M. (Schnitzler) Betts
Apr 3, 2020
BARBERTON---Betty M. Betts, 89, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2020. Betty was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and a former member of Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, St. Anne’s Society and the Sieberling Singers. She cherished special moments with her children and grandchildren and enjoyed feeding and watching the...
Mark J. Haynes
Mar 29, 2020
NEW FRANKLIN---Mark J Haynes, 62 years passed away after a tragic accident at his home, on March 29, 2020. He was employed by Schwebel's Baking Company, in Youngstown, Ohio, where he was a Maintenance Supervisor. Mark was an avid hunter and lover of nature. He loved his family, friends, co-workers and especially his dogs.
He...
Charlotte I. (Farley) Suder
Mar 27, 2020
NORTON---Charlotte Suder, 80, Ohio, entered into heaven on March 27, 2020. She loved her family, country music, a good cup of coffee, collecting bears, and chatting with friends and family.
Charlotte is survived by her husband Roy, son Ken & Allison, daughter Helen, grandchildren Melissa, Jennifer, Joshua, & Marylynn; and great-grandchildren Isabella, Isaac, Aidan, &...
William "Bill" L. Hauser
Mar 22, 2020
NORTON---William "Bill" Hauser, 83, passed away peacefully at home Sunday March 22, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna, of 53 years and his son Bill. He is survived by his sons Bob (Judy), Gary, Tom (Chris), Terry (Anne) & Greg and his daughter Cindy and Daughter-in law Shelly Kellar (Marty). He is also...
George A. Shultz
Mar 21, 2020
BARBERTON---George A. Shultz, passed away March 21 surrounded by his family, from complications from COPD. He was born on July 13, 1941 and was a life resident of Barberton and graduated from Barberton High School, Class of 1959.
He was raised and preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles and Grace Shultz; mother and father-in-law...
Margaret (Ward) Lesney
Mar 20, 2020
BARBERTON---Margaret Lesney, (nee Ward), 91, passed away March 20, 2020 at Manor Care of Barberton.
Margaret was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church.
Preceded in death her husband Walter; parents Thomas and Nellie; grandson Tim Velloney; and eight brothers and sisters; She...
Charles E. Ehrich
Mar 18, 2020
NORTON-- (Loyal Oak)---Charles (Chuck) Ehrich passed away Wednesday, March 18th, 2020 in Barberton, Ohio at the age of 77. He was born February 19th, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to Gladys (Hughes) and Elton Ehrich. A motorcycle advocate, Chuck belonged to as many as 3 sidecar motorcycle clubs at one time. He enjoyed traveling, camping, poker runs and...
Clyde E. Bloomfield
Mar 6, 2020
NORTON---Clyde E. Bloomfield, 80, passed away March 6, 2020.
Clyde was born in Black Fork Junction, OH and had been a Barberton/Norton resident most of his life. He worked at Rockwell Mfg. for 30 years and retired from Packaging Corp of America.
Survivors include his loving wife Alice F. (nee Jernigan); sons Clyde...
Rita J. (Zema) Benya
Mar 1, 2020
NORTON---Rita Jean (Zema) Benya passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 in Norton, Ohio at the age of 90. She was born Dec 14, 1929 in Barberton, Ohio to Mary (Herzak) and John K. Zema. Her entire life revolved around her Byzantine Catholic Faith and her family. She was a lifelong member of St Nicholas Byzantine...
Alverta (Swigart) Smith
Feb 29, 2020
BARBERTON---Alverta Smith, 95, passed away peacefully at her residence on February 29, 2020.
Alverta was born in Lancaster, PA and had been a Barberton resident most of her life. She retired from Ideal Drapery after 30 years and was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. Alverta was an avid quilter and loved gardening.
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Ludmelia Milly (Ocepek) Spetich
Feb 23, 2020
BARBERTON---Ludmelia “Milly” Spetich, (nee Ocepek), 96, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2020.
Milly was born in Jenny Lind, AK and was a Barberton resident most of her life. She was a cook for many years at Hopocan Gardens and was a faithful member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church where she was active in...
Alice Ann (Krasovic) Morisak
Feb 23, 2020
Alice Ann Morisak, (nee Krasovic), was born on May 15th, 1949, and passed away on Sunday, February 23rd, 2020. Alice was born in Barberton and lived most of her life as a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado where she was a member of Corpus Christi Catholic Parish. Alice loved spending time with and caring for...
Phyllis A. (Cleckner) Peresta
Feb 23, 2020
BARBERTON---Phyllis Peresta (nee Cleckner), 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 23, 2020. Phyllis was born in Doylestown and had been a resident of the Clinton and Barberton area all her life where she was a member of Columbia United Church of Christ. Phyllis enjoyed traveling, attending concerts, sewing and crocheting. Most...
Kimberly Baker
Feb 22, 2020
Kimberly Baker was tragically taken from us on February 22, 2020. Kim, born February 5, 1953 was preceded in death by her Mom and Dad, Robert “Bob” and Martha Baker Jr. She leaves behind her only daughter Jaime Ingram, and beloved grandchildren Cole, Sara, Caitlin and Samantha Selders, and many loving friends. She was a proud graduate...
Bradley Edward Thomas
Feb 15, 2020
BARBERTON/WADSWORTH--Bradley E. Thomas, 25, was called home to be with the Lord on February 15, 2020.
Bradley was born in Barberton and was a proud graduate of Barberton High School Class of 2013. He graduated from Stark State College with an Automotive Technology degree and was currently working as a Service Coordinator for Laria Chevrolet....
