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.

Charlotte I. (Farley) Suder

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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....

Richard A. Hall

Richard A. Hall

Feb 9, 2020

BARBERTON---Richard A. Hall, 87, died Sunday February 9, 2020 at home, surrounded by his family. Mr. Hall is survived by his loving wife, Toni (nee Sass), sister Annette Myers, and four children: Barbara Jackson (Pat), Judy McMillian, Linda Bell, Dave (Gabi), He was a beloved stepdad to Mike, Chris and Pat Hawks. He will be...

Robert Leuenberger

Robert Leuenberger

Feb 6, 2020

BARBERTON---Robert (Bob) Leuenberger born January 2, 1960 to the late John and Dorothy Leuenberger, passed away peacefully February 6, 2020 with his loving family and friends by his side. He was preceded in death by his brother Steve and Aunt Bonnie.

Bob is survived by his loving wife Cindy of 36yrs, His 3 daughters Annie...

Carol E. Moran

Carol E. Moran

Feb 5, 2020

NORTON/WADSWORTH---Carol Elizabeth Moran, 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on February 5, 2020.

She was preceded is death by her husband Eugene, her sister Linda, brothers Butchy, Howard and her beloved Mini (dog).

She is survived by her sister Mary Skorich, daughters Christine, Gail, son Dave (Susanne) Moran and...

Marilyn J. (Witwer) Haught

Marilyn J. (Witwer) Haught

Feb 2, 2020

She was clothed in strength and dignity and laughed without fear of the future. Our mother, our matriarch, our teacher passed away on February 2nd, 2020 at the age of 84. She was surrounded by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren  and siblings. Her spirit was enveloped by all her family members who preceded her in death, along...

Wyatt E. Patterson

Wyatt E. Patterson

Feb 1, 2020

BARBERTON---Wyatt Edward Patterson, 93, passed away February 1, 2020 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. Wyatt was born in Bellaire, OH and was a Barberton resident all of his life. He retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co., Coventry Local School District as a Bus Driver, Fred Albrecht Grocery Warehouse and also the Silva-Hostetler Funeral...

Ruth (Dietry) Mccune

Ruth (Dietry) Mccune

Jan 31, 2020

BARBERTON---Ruth McCune, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on January 31, 2020.

Ruth was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.

She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Gilbert “Gib”; daughters Deb Gooslin, Connie (Jim) Wonders and

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Nancy E. (Frase) Collinson

Nancy E. (Frase) Collinson

Jan 31, 2020

BARBERTON---Another free spirit has gotten her wings. Nancy Elaine Collinson flew home on January 31, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is joined in Heaven by her beloved husband David; mother Virginia; and a host of other loved ones and pets.

Nancy was born in Wadsworth on January 31, 1955 to Marvin and...

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