James A. Macko
Dec 17, 2024
James "Jim" Anthony Macko, 78, passed away on December 17, 2024. Jim was born July 3, 1946, to Joseph and Josephine Macko in Barberton, OH. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gary; sister-in-law, Helen; brothers-in-law, Dan Cianciola, Jim and Bob Moore; niece, Robin; father- and mother-in-law, Berlie and Clara Moore; and daughter,...
Regina "Jean" M. (Buchanan) Genet
Dec 15, 2024
Regina "Jean" M. (Buchanan) Genet, 100, passed away December 15, 2024 at Pleasant Pointe Assisted Living. Jean was a lifetime resident of Barberton, Ohio. She was a lifetime member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, where she was active in the Holy Hour Program and St. Monica Altar Society. Jean volunteered at Barberton Citizens Hospital for...
Agnes J. (Hornacek) Sboray
Dec 9, 2024
Agnes Sboray, (nee Hornacek), 96, went to heaven to join her beloved husband on December 9, 2024. She was born in Barberton OH, attended Barberton High School, worked at Seiberling Tire and Rubber Co. and was a lifetime member of Saints Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church until it’s closing, where she was a lay minister...
Joyce A. (Bidinger) Baker
Dec 5, 2024
Joyce Ann Baker, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home on December 5, 2024. She was the daughter of Edward and Dorothy (Yarman) Bidinger where she was born and raised on the farm in Doylestown, Ohio. She attended Sts. Peter & Paul Elementary School and graduated from Doylestown Chippewa High, class of 1956. She was active...
Mary Lou (Bodner) Spoonster
Nov 26, 2024
Mary Lou (Bodner) Spoonster passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 26, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She was 77.
She is survived by her son William, his wife Julie, and their children Nathan and Andrew; her daughter Stacy and her fiancé Damon Hackworth; as well as her Sister-In-Law, numerous nieces, nephews,...
William L Richards
Nov 25, 2024
"TOGETHER AGAIN"
Bill "Bulldog" Richards crossed the start/finish line for the last time Monday, November 25th, 2024. He is survived by his loving sons Robert Richards (Julie), Billy Richards (Nicole), brother Marty Richards (Nancy), 9 grandchildren Taisha,Tyler,Alex,Alyssa,Kayden,Lexie, Brooklynn,Scott and Steven as well as great grandson Jasper Richards. Numerous family members,in-laws,nieces and nephews.
He...
Anne L. Sweeney
Nov 19, 2024
Anne Louise Sweeney, age 76, passed away on November 19, 2024, in Barberton, Ohio. She was the second of three daughters of Darl and Loretta (Brune) Sweeney, who preceded her in death. Anne was born in Barberton on April 21, 1948. Education was a very important aspect of Anne’s life both as a student and...
Michael M. Traylinek
Nov 18, 2024
Michael M. Traylinek passed away November 18, 2024 at his home. He was born in January 7, 1947 in Bellaire, Ohio. Michael was born to the late Michael and Sarah Traylinek. Michael was a United States Air Force veteran.
He is survived by his spouse Barbara O'Grizek Traylinek; his brothers Joseph (Sharon) Traylinek and Robert...
Charles "Don" D. Noble
Nov 17, 2024
Charles Donald “Don” Noble, age 91, went home to his Lord in Akron, Ohio on November 17, 2024. Don was born on December 19, 1932 in Fort Gay, West Virginia to Beecher and Tennie (Holland) Noble. He was preceded in death by both parents, brothers James (Jim) Noble, Clifford Noble and Clinton Noble, sister Dorothy Mae Hopton,...
Mary Jane (Stock) Gardner
Nov 16, 2024
Mary Jane Gardner, (nee Stock), 83, passed away November 16, 2024 peacefully at her home. Mary Jane was a warm, beautiful, caring and loving person to all who knew her. Graciously generous and caring to family, friends and strangers alike. A deep love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was certainly something that she...
Barbara Joyce Coburn
Nov 15, 2024
Barbara “Joyce” Coburn, age 73 of Barberton, Ohio, died on November 15, 2024 after a fight with cancer.
She was born May 22, 1951 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, the daughter of the late M. Del Wilson, Gertrude (Matthews) and Armand Fatica. Joyce was an active politician, serving on Barberton’s City Council...
Michael L. Brindo Jr.
Nov 15, 2024
Michael L. Brindo Jr., 86, died peacefully at home on November 15, 2024 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born February 25, 1938, he is survived by wife Janet (Adair)of 66 years and children, Jeff Brindo, Debbie (Joe) Sparks, Sue (Phill) Ciccolini, Michael (Caroline) Brindo III. Grandchildren Anthony (Jess) Ciccolini, Jamie (Tim) Diss, Rachel...
Shirley J. (Lantz) Dobbins
Nov 11, 2024
Shirley J. Dobbins, (nee Lantz), 78, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, at Pleasant View Health Care Center where she had been a resident since March. Shirley was born on June 7, 1946, in Lodi, Ohio and was often referred to as “Sunshine.” She was a homemaker, raising her two children in Canal Fulton,...
Wayne D. Morgan
Nov 9, 2024
Wayne D. Morgan passed away peacefully on November 9,2024 at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his parent, Lois (Brown) & Leslie Morgan, wife Mary June (Arrington) Morgan, brother & sister-in-law’s William (Ruth) Morgan, John (Ruth) Morgan, Norma Morgan, sister & brother-in-law Grace (Ron) Minor, second wife Bonnie (Dunn) Morgan, and son-in-law Steven...
David R. Robinson
Nov 5, 2024
David R. Robinson June 19, 1954 – November 5, 2024
David R. Robinson, age 70, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. David was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, whose warmth and laughter filled every room he entered.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Frances,...
Robert J. Devore
Oct 26, 2024
Robert Joseph DeVore, Chicken Bob, 86, passed away on Saturday October 26, 2024. He owned and operated the family restaurant DeVore’s Hopocan Gardens for 65 years. Veteran of the Army. Past president of the Akron Area Restaurant Association, Board of Director for the Ohio State Restaurant Association, one of the founders of the Barberton Tavern owner Association. ...
Marjorie A. (Tennent) Ashbrook
Oct 23, 2024
Marjorie A. Ashbrook, 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 23, 2024.
Marjorie was born in Akron and had been an area resident all her life. She retired as a Registered Nurse, working for Barberton Citizens Hospital, Summa Akron City and Nurses House Calls. Marjorie was a member of Prince of Peace...
Clyde M. Blankenship
Oct 20, 2024
Clyde M. Blankenship, 74, passed away October 20, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. Clyde was born in Price Hill, West Virginia and had been an area resident all his life where he was the owner of C & M Landscaping. He loved to garden, watch Western movies and attend the Barberton Farmer’s Market every...
Richard A. Gradisher
Oct 19, 2024
Richard A. Gradisher, 67, passed away October 19, 2024.
Richard was born in Barberton where he was a life resident. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Mary Ann; and brother Tim. He is survived by his wife Debra; son Steven R. Gradisher; daughter Ashley J. (Matthew) Stout; brother Raymond (Nonie); sisters...
Florence (Taylor) Easterling
Oct 16, 2024
Florence Taylor Easterling died peacefully on October 16, 2024 at Bath Manor Specialty Care Center in Akron, Ohio. She was loved and well cared for while having lived there since December 2016. Florence was born on December 8th 1929 to Garfield and Catherine Taylor (Harris) who both preceded her in death. She grew up and lived her...
