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.
William K. Brunner Jr.
Dec 23, 2019
William K. Brunner Jr, 72, passed away December 23, 2019.
Bill was born in Akron where he was a life resident and a graduate of Kenmore High School. He retired from Summit County Department of Highway Maintenance and also Acme. Bill was a proud Marine Corp Veteran having served in Vietnam where he received a...
Shirley J. Klusty
Dec 21, 2019
COVENTRY TWP.---Shirley Jeanette Klusty, 61,passed away peacefully December 21, 2019, at her home after a long illness.
She was born December 31, 1957, in Barberton, Ohio to Karen Ware (Turkovich) and Stanley Floyd Ware. She graduated from Coventry High School in 1976. She worked at Hamlin Steel Products and Albert Screenprint, Inc. She continued her...
Rev. Mr. Harold R. Krause
Nov 29, 2019
CANAL FULTON---Rev. Mr. Harold R. Krause, 87, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2019. He was born in Kenmore to Jennie (Gerbic) and Harold Krause who preceded him in death.
Harold was a Korean War veteran, Airman First Class, in the Air Force. He retired after 35 years of service as a nuclear engineer from...
John J. Baruth
Nov 28, 2019
John Joseph Baruth, 69, of Strongsville, passed away Nov. 28, 2019, in Barberton.
He was born Dec. 23, 1949, to Raymond and Ruby Baruth in Vallejo, Calif. He graduated from Alhambra High School in Martinez, Calif., and studied mass communications at the University of California at Chico. He also received his preaching license from the...
Nicholas J. Friedman
Nov 21, 2019
BARBERTON---Nicholas James Friedman, 85, passed away of natural causes on November 21, 2019. He was in the comfort of his Barberton, Ohio home under the loving care of Eileen Friedman, his wife of 52 years, his step-son David Winans and niece Cindy Bishop. Born June 24, 1934 to Marie Anna and Nikolas J. Friedman in Sawyerwood, Ohio....
Kenneth M. Elton
Nov 20, 2019
NEW FRANKLIN---Kenneth M. Elton, 86, passed away November 20, 2019 at The Gables of Green. Ken was born in Cuyahoga Falls and had been an area resident all his life where he retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 40 years of service. He was also a member of Valley Community Church. Preceded in...
Gerald "Jerry" R. Griffiths
Nov 19, 2019
BARBERTON---On November 19, 2019 we lost a piece of our hearts- a Son, Brother, Uncle, Soul Mate and a true friend to all who knew him. Jerry died unexpectedly at the age of 58. Jerry was born June 24, 1961 and was a resident of Barberton, graduating in 1979 from Barberton High School and then...
Judy K. (Starcher) Schenz-Moore
Nov 17, 2019
BARBERTON---Judy Schenz-Moore (nee Starcher) 65, passed away November 17, 2019.
Judy was born in Barberton to Roy and Louise Starcher on March 10, 1954. She graduated from Barberton High School in 1972 and eventually became an insurance clerk at Barberton Hospital where she had 25 years of service.
Judy is preceded in death...
Cheryl Ann Shega
Nov 14, 2019
Cheryl Ann Shega, age 56, passed away at the Cleveland Clinic on November 14, 2019 after a long battle with liver disease. She was courageous and strong until the very end. A resident of Akron, she is survived by her beloved partner of 16 years Kelly M. Stacey, Esq., her dog Sadie, her sister-in-law lovingly...
Josephine Therese (Nee Korsak) Rudman
Nov 13, 2019
BARBERTON---Josephine T. Rudman (nee Korsak) 92, quietly passed away on November 13, 2019 at the Cleveland Clinic Hospice Care Center.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Benny Korsak and Mildred Mazik; grandson, Adam Paul Wisbey and sister, Jennie Kaminski. She is survived by her children Martha (William) Wisbey, John L. (Carol) Rudman, Catherine...
Martha K. (Benya) Skerl
Nov 5, 2019
BARBERTON---Martha K. Skerl (nee Benya), 82, passed away November 5, 2019. Martha was born in Barberton where she was baptized at St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church. She was a graduate of the BHS Class of 1955. She worked at P.P.G and also Marshall’s Dept. Store. Martha was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in...
Goldie Marie (Racz) Kamenar
Nov 4, 2019
"Together Again"
BARBERTON---Goldie Marie Kamenar (nee Racz), age 98, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, November 4 with her loving family at her side. Goldie was born in Johnstown, PA, January 19, 1921, the only child of Hungarian immigrant parents. She grew up in Akron, OH where she learned to be a proficient...
Maggie I. (Slayton) Holcomb
Oct 28, 2019
BARBERTON---Maggie Izetta Holcomb, age 80, passed away October 28, 2019.
She was born in Meadow Bridge, WV on March 10, 1939, the daughter of John and Florence (Lively) Slayton. She had been a Barberton resident for the past 60 years where she retired after working many years in local grocery stores. Maggie was a loving...
Larry G. Morlan
Oct 25, 2019
BARBERTON---Larry G. Morlan, 82, went home to be with the Lord on October 25, 2019. He was born on June 25, 1937 in Barberton to the late Floyd and Kathleen Morlan. He is survived by his loving wife, Sandy, children and grandchildren, along with many relatives and friends. A special acknowledgement to his good friends, Paul Yeager...
David Lukezic
Oct 24, 2019
DOYLESTOWN---David Lukezic, 60, went home to be with his heavenly father October 24, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. David fought a courageous battle with cancer and in the end won his wings. David was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was loved by many and will be missed by all...
Hollace "Holly" A. (Faubel) Acuff
Oct 23, 2019
NEW FRANKLIN---Hollace “Holly” A. (Faubel) Acuff, passed away October 23, 2019 at Doylestown Health Care Center.
Holly was born in Tallmadge on June 11, 1946 to Arthur and Elizabeth (Bates) Faubel. Though the area is now industrialized, she grew up with a stream in the back and chickens running around the yard. She graduated from...
Phillip L. Anderson
Oct 18, 2019
Phillip L. Anderson, 71, passed away October 18, 2019 after a brief battle with cancer. Phil was born in Barberton and was a 1966 graduate of Barberton High School. He was a successful business owner and master mechanic at Phil’s Car Care. He was “Dr. Phil, the car care doctor”. He was known by many...
Dorothy (Shega) Denholm
Oct 18, 2019
Dorothy Denholm of Venice, Fla. passed away on Oct. 18, 2019. She was 92. Dorothy ‘Shega’ Denholm was born in Barberton, OH, Dec. 19, 1926 to Frank and Helen Shega. After attending St. Thomas School of Nursing and the University of Akron she became an RN. She was also a longtime member of St. Owen Catholic Church...
Oris B. Metz
Oct 14, 2019
BARBERTON---Oris B. Metz, 89, passed away October 14, 2019. Oris was born in Spencer, W. VA and had been a Barberton resident most of his life. He retired from P.P.G. Industries after 39 years as a repairman. Oris was a member of Grace Church-South Campus. He was also in a traveling quartet for many years as a...
Dolores E. (Prisco) Lamm
Oct 14, 2019
Dolores Eliza (Prisco) Lamm, passed peacefully on October 14, 2019 at Tapestry Senior Care in Wickliffe, OH.
She was born February 28th, 1926 to Tarquinio and Delight (DiAngelo) Prisco in Ashtabula. Dolores married John J. Lamm on February 21, 1946. They were blessed with 55 years together and raised five children. She was devoted to...
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