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.

Judith L. (Campbell) Struckel

Judith L. (Campbell) Struckel

Mar 15, 2019

Judith “Judi” (Campbell) Struckel, age 65, beloved wife of Edward “Butch,” passed away peacefully on Friday, March 15, 2019.

She was born on August 8, 1953 in Akron, Ohio and graduated from Kenmore High School in 1971.  Judi dedicated over 30 years of service to Arbors at Fairlawn.  Her laughter and great sense of humor...

Charles E. Andrus

Charles E. Andrus

Mar 1, 2019

BARBERTON---Charles E. Andrus, 83, passed away March 1, 2019.

Charles was born in Barberton and retired from Akron Special Machine. He was a proud Army Veteran.

Preceded in death by his parents Charles and Dolores; He is survived by his brothers John L. and Ken (Pat) Andrus; and niece Kelly (Donald) Andrews.

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Ronald L. Kern

Ronald L. Kern

Feb 27, 2019

BARBERTON---Ronald L. Kern, 67, passed away February 27, 2019.

Ron was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and retired as the manager of Milich’s Village Inn. Ron never met a person he didn’t like and was a friend to everyone. He will truly be missed by all.

Ron was preceded...

Ann M. Gerbec

Ann M. Gerbec

Feb 26, 2019

BARBERTON---Ann M. Gerbec, (nee Polacek), 85, passed away at her residence on February 26, 2019.

Ann was born in Phillips, Wisconsin and was a Barberton resident most of her life. She worked for the Barberton City Schools for 16 years as a cook at Highland Jr. High. Ann was a member of Prince of Peace...

Bonnie Lou Berry

Bonnie Lou Berry

Feb 24, 2019

Bonnie Lou Berry, 71, passed away February 24, 2019. Bonnie was born in Akron and was a graduate of Barberton High School and Kent St. University. She eventually went to work at Case Western Reserve/University Hospital retiring in 2018.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Elsie Berry; sister Dorothy Leuenberger; and...

Stanley J. Smrdel

Stanley J. Smrdel

Feb 23, 2019

BARBERTON---Stanley J. Smrdel, 82, passed away at Pleasant View Care Center on February 23, 2019.

He was born in Barberton and was a graduate of Barberton High School and the Indiana Technical College. He spent two years in the US Army. Stanley retired from North American Aviation in Columbus after 20 years. He was a...

Shirley Ann Nieberding

Shirley Ann Nieberding

Feb 18, 2019

Shirley Ann Nieberding was born in Akron, Ohio on November 1st, 1934 and died at the age of 84 on February 18th, 2019 at Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, Texas.

Miss Nieberding retired from the U.S. Air Force as a Lieutenant Colonel and a registered surgical nurse.  She had a brilliantly sharp mind with...

Elizabeth A. Herold

Elizabeth A. Herold

Feb 17, 2019

BARBERTON---Elizabeth A. “Betty” Herold, 83, passed away February 17, 2019. Betty was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 37 years of service. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where she was a founding member of the Holy Hour Program, a...

Peter J. Tholt

Peter J. Tholt

Feb 13, 2019

BARBERTON---Peter J. Tholt, 100, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2019 at Pleasant View Health Care Center.

Pete was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and retired from Seiberling Tire and Rubber after 30 years of service. He was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and the Jednota Lodge. Pete...

Rev. Ralph L. Young

Rev. Ralph L. Young

Feb 6, 2019

BARBERTON--Ralph L. Young passed away unexpectedly Wednesday February 6th in the presence of his loving family. Born September 16, 1933 in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania to the late Jesse H. and Blanche (née Pounds) Young, he was the brother of Robert Young (Opal) and Jesse Young (Helen). He was married to his college sweetheart, best friend and joy...

Franklin D. Ward

Franklin D. Ward

Feb 5, 2019

BARBERTON---Franklin D. Ward, 84, passed away peacefully February 5, 2019. Franklin was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and retired from P.P.G. Industries after 40 plus years. He was a CB Radio enthusiast going by the name of “Shotgun.” Franklin was also an avid fisherman and played fast pitch softball for the...

Mary C. (Zagar) Poje

Mary C. (Zagar) Poje

Feb 4, 2019

BARBERTON---Mary C. Poje, 96, passed away February 4, 2019 at her residence.

Mary was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and retired from JcPenney at Rolling Acres after 27 years.  She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, S.N.P.J Lodge #626, K.S.K.J. #111, Slovene Pensioners Club, lifetime member of Domovina...

Michaelene C. (Ondo) Weigand

Michaelene C. (Ondo) Weigand

Jan 26, 2019

COVENTRY TWP---Michaelene C. Weigand, (nee Ondo), 76, passed away at her residence on January 26, 2019. Michaelene was born in Barberton and been an area resident all her life where she retired from the Norton Company. She loved gardening, golfing, bowling, crocheting and being outdoors. Preceded in death by her parents Michael and Mary Ondo;...

Eugene Conner

Eugene Conner

Jan 26, 2019

BARBERTON---Eugene “Gene” Conner, age 94, born on January 20, 1925 in Gypsy, Pennsylvania, passed away on January 26, 2019. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Dorothy Couch Conner in 1979 after 31 years of marriage, parents Robert and Sarah Conner, three brothers and four sisters. He is survived by his current wife Nancy Conner....

Sonia (Poldruhi) Cutlip

Sonia (Poldruhi) Cutlip

Jan 26, 2019

BARBERTON---Sonia Cutlip, (Xenia Poldruhi), beloved Baba, 97, passed into eternal rest at her home of 96 years in Barberton, Ohio on January 26, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.  Born December 20, 1921 in Akron, Ohio she was a lifelong member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church in Barberton, the Rosary Society, and the Greek Catholic Union...

Judith Ann (O'Bryan) Maisano

Judith Ann (O'Bryan) Maisano

Jan 24, 2019

NORTON---Judith (Judy) Ann Maisano, 76, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 24, 2019, after battling Alzheimers and Dementia. Judy was born March 5, 1942 to the late Hugh and Nellie O'Bryan and had lived in the Barberton community all her life. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 32 years, Frank J. Maisano, sister...

Shirley M. (Wilson) Dodrill

Shirley M. (Wilson) Dodrill

Jan 21, 2019

BARBERTON---Shirley M. Dodrill, 79, passed away January 21, 2019.

Shirley was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and worked at Art’s Café for 20 plus years. She loved the Ohio State Buckeyes, Cleveland Browns, Indians and Cavs and the Barberton Magics. Shirley was also a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.

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William Wesley Miller

William Wesley Miller

Jan 20, 2019

William “Wes”ley Miller 69, passed away on January 20th surrounded by his family. He was born on February 24th 1949 in Barnesville, Ohio and has been a Barberton resident for the past 53 years. Wes was a sergeant in the Vietnam War where he earned a National Defense service medal, a Vietnam service medal, and a Vietnam...

Victor J. Lorson

Victor J. Lorson

Jan 16, 2019

BARBERTON---Victor J. Lorson, 68, passed away January 16, 2019 at Bath Manor.

Vic was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and was a Tool and Die Maker. He enjoyed reading books in his spare time.

Preceded in death by his father Charles; He is survived by his mother Sarah Bauer;...

John A. Cusher

John A. Cusher

Jan 7, 2019

WADSWORTH---John A. Cusher passed away on January 7, 2019. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Anna Cusher.  John was born in Barberton, Ohio, November 20, 1942.  He graduated from Barberton High School in 1961, from Bowling Green State University in 1966 with a BS in Education and from The College of Wooster in...

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