Kevin M. Unkrich
Aug 28, 2017
A Celebration of Kevin's Life will be held at Stephanie and Kevin's house on Friday, September 1st from 6-11 P.M.
Ann M. (Kopac) Gable
Aug 28, 2017
Ann Gable, 99, passed away peacefully August 28, 2017. She was a lifelong resident of Barberton where she worked as office manager for RG Finnell Agency for 30 yrs.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years Clarence (Gabe) and is survived by her children, Cecelia (Clay) Alder of Reno, NV, Michael...
Jackson L. Holliday
Aug 26, 2017
Jackson L. Holliday
BARBERTON--Our beloved Dad, Jack Holliday passed away unexpectedly August 26, 2017. He was the third child of ten, the son of James and Mabel Holliday born in Wilsonburg, West Virginia. He was one of the best Christmas presents ever received. He was a wonderful, kind, patient, loving, supportive and humble man. He...
Dan J. Genet
Aug 22, 2017
UNIONTOWN--On August 22, Dan Genet showed-up for his tee time on the most heavenly and spectacular of grounds. Dan courageously fought his battle with mesothelioma, a result of asbestos exposure. His battle is now over. He can now enjoy eternity with his family that have already passed-on, including is mother and father, Donald and Wanda Genet. He...
Thomas G. Lightner
Aug 20, 2017
NORTON--Thomas G. Lightner, 72, passed away August 20, 2017 after a brief illness. Tom was born in Barberton and had been a life resident of the Barberton/Norton area. He was a graduate Barberton High School class of 1964 and retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 43 years of service. He was a member...
Loretta A. (Hillenbrand) Stone
Aug 14, 2017
Loretta Anne Stone, 78, crossed The River Jordan on August 14, 2017 after a lengthy illness. Loretta was born September 24, 1938 to Henry and Mary Hillenbrand in Chicago, IL. She moved to the Clinton area in 1965 where she built a life around three children, little league baseball, 4-H, horse shows and a work...
Nancy M. (Mccoy) Berlin
Aug 9, 2017
NORTON--After a courageous battle with cancer Nancy Berlin passed away peacefully Aug.9, 2017 at home surrounded by her family. Nancy will always be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt . Her heart overflowed with a deep pride and love of her family. She exuded a sweet kindness that made her lovable. She...
Mike F. Zelesnik
Aug 5, 2017
Mike F. Zelesnik, 92, passed away August 5, 2017. He served with the U.S. Navy during WWII. Mike retired from the USPS as a letter carrier with the Norton/Barberton Post Office. He loved country and polka music and loved to play accordion and guitar and to go hiking in Silver Creek Park.
He was preceded...
Paul Yurko
Jul 30, 2017
NORTON--Paul Yurko, age 76, died at Akron City Hospital on Sunday, July 30. Born September 1, 1940, in Campbell, Ohio, Paul spent the majority of his life in Barberton and Norton. He began work as Malco Products' sole delivery driver in 1970 and continued until he retired in 2006. He was known for his pleasant demeanor and...
William Joseph Ozbolt
Jul 17, 2017
William J. Ozbolt
William J. Ozbolt, born May 11, 1922, died at the age of 95, on July 17, 2017.
He was a Barberton resident most of his life and a retiree of Babcock and Wilcox Company.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Anton and Johana Ozbolt, two brothers,...
Joseph Frank Sabo
Jul 6, 2017
CANAL FULTON---Joseph Frank Sabo, 92, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 6, 2017. He was born on October 1, 1924 in Murray City, OH.
After a tour of duty as a sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corp during WWII and earning a purple heart, he met and married his wife...
Hermina Irene Sefranko
Jul 5, 2017
BARBERTON---Hermina I. Sefranko, 85, passed away quietly on July 5, 2017.
She was born in Barberton where she lived most of her life. Hermina was a hard worker and held many jobs in her lifetime. Her last two positions gave her the most joy as she worked with Reiter Dairy and Wal-Mart. She retired at...
Frances J. (Hornacek) King
Jul 1, 2017
SEVILLE---Frances June King (nee Hornacek), 97, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Alter Care of Wadsworth while family surrounded her with love and strength. A 1937 graduate of Norton High School, Frances continued to attend Alumni banquets through the years, even earning recognition as the oldest graduate in attendance. After graduation and during WWII,...
Anna (Larocca) Crislip
Jul 1, 2017
NORTON---Anna Crislip, 105, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2017 at The Sanctuary Wadsworth. Anna was born in Antillo, Sicily and had been an area resident all her life. She worked at the Ohio Match Company and later was the co-owner of Grant Quality Market with her husband George. Anna was a member of St. Andrew the...
Mary Eileen (O'Bryan) Buza
Jul 1, 2017
Mary "Eileen" Buza, 77 passed away peacefully after living with Parkinson's Disease for 18 yrs. on Saturday, July 1, 2017. Eileen was born February 11, 1940 to the late Hugh and Nellie O’Bryan and had been an area resident all her life. She was preceded in death by her brother in laws, Frank Maisano and...
Ethel R. (Rudolph) Ambrose
Jun 29, 2017
Ethel R. Ambrose, born July 16, 1930 in Johnstown, PA., passed away peacefully on June 29, 2017. Ethel had been a resident of the Akron area for the majority of her life. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard H. Ambrose; son Bruce W. Ambrose; daughter Mary Lou (Ambrose) Martz; stepsons Richard H. Ambrose Jr...
Michael Allen Maag
Jun 28, 2017
BARBERTON—Mick A. Maag, born January 6, 1957 passed away June 28, 2017. Preceded in death by his wife Shellie A. Michaels; parents Byron and Vangie; and brother Larry. He leaves behind his former wife Diane and their children Byron and Michael; and sisters Yvonne Simons and Joyce Chalmers. Calling hours will be held on Monday,...
Mary E. (Pecimon) Crow-Hildebrandt
Jun 23, 2017
NORTON---Mary E. Crow-Hildebrandt, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 23, 2017. What gave her life meaning was her devotion to her family and friends. Her love and kindness will live forever in our hearts. Mary is preceded in death by her first husband Robert Crow. She leaves behind her husband Charles; brother David...
Charles F. Krause Ii
Jun 20, 2017
Charles F. Krause II, 47, passed away June 20, 2017 at his residence. Chuck was born in Barberton and was an area resident all his life where he was a graduate of Weaver High School and a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. He loved Special Olympics where he won several Gold Medals. Chuck also loved...
Nicholas Lapidakis
Jun 3, 2017
NORTON---Nicholas Lapidakis, 87, passed away June 3, 2017 at his residence.
Nick was born in Barberton and had been a resident of the Wadsworth/Norton area all his life. He was a self-employed Carpenter and Contractor for over 50 years. Nick was also a proud Navy Veteran serving during the Korean War.
Preceded in...
