Recent Obituaries in Barberton, Summit County, Ohio

Oct 25, 2016

Anna Lobotka Woodin

BARBERTON---Anna Lobotka Woodin, 92, passed quietly into her eternal rest October 25, 2016, joining her husband, Bob, her Mother, Father, Sisters & Brother.

Born and raised in Barberton, Ohio, Anna was a lifelong member of Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church, and also a member at Sts. Peter & Paul Church...

Oct 25, 2016

Mary Lou McGuinness a.k.a. “Lucky Lou”, 86, went to be with the lord on Oct. 25, 2016. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her husband Edward, parents Irene and John Baker, brother Robert, sister Eileen Parker and sons-in-law Karl and Art. Mary Lou had a zest for life that soon won’t be forgotten by her family....

Oct 24, 2016

BARBERTON---John Joseph Hurst, age 52, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Barberton.  John was born on July 1, 1964 in Barberton where he lived his whole life.  He was employed by Tri-C Fundraising where he worked for the last several years.  John was an avid reader; history buff, enthusiastic sports fan and he loved spending time...

Oct 23, 2016

Our precious angel has fallen asleep

Mary M. McAlister, nee Kubala, 94, passed away October 23, 2016.

Preceded in death by husband Milton, sons Larry and Tom, grandson John Michael and special companion, Lucy.

Survived by daughters Elizabeth, Kathleen and Mary Lou (Richard), son John, and the love of her life,...

Oct 20, 2016

NORTON---Anna C. Schrader, 87, passed away October 20, 2016 at her residence.

Anna was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey and had been an area resident all her life. She was a graduate of Barberton High School where she enjoyed being a Majorette. She retired as the secretary to the President from Great Northern Savings and...

Oct 18, 2016

STOW/BARBERTON---Elsie M. Kirkendall, 90, passed away October 18, 2016.

Elsie was born in Pittsburgh and had been an area resident most of her life. She retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co after 30 years of service. After retirement her and her husband George A. moved to Florida and enjoyed traveling and going...

Oct 1, 2016

Eleanor was born in Gran Anse, New Brunswick, Canada and immigrated to the United States with her family when she was about 12 years old.  She was one of six girls in the Theriault family and grew up in Barberton, Ohio.  She and her family all became proud naturalized American citizens.  She attended Barberton High...

Sep 25, 2016

Virginia C. Niehaus, 85, passed away September 25, 2016 at the Apostolic Christian Home in Rittman.

Virginia was born in Maywood, IL and lived most of her life in Wayne County. She was a graduate of Creston High School and member of Milton Presbyterian Church in Rittman.

Proceeded in death by her husbands...

Sep 19, 2016

Jason L. Fox, 41, passed away September 19, 2016.

Jason was born in Barberton and has been an area resident all his life.

Survivors include his son Cameron; parents Ken and Randi (Terwilliger); brother Aaron (Nicole); nephew Ethan and niece Sophie.

Calling Hours will be held on Friday, September 23, 2016...

Sep 15, 2016

Cecilia M. Smiseck

WADSWORTH---Cecilia M. Smiseck, 95, passed away September 15, 2016.

Cecelia was born in Barberton and had been a Wadsworth resident most of her life where she was a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. She truly enjoyed life and greatly loved her children. We are comforted to know...

Sep 15, 2016

BARBERTON---Edward Frank Ocepek passed away on September 15, 2016 at the age of 92.  He was born in Hartshorne, Oklahoma.  Ed retired from Midwest Rubber Company after 33 years of service. Ed avid Barberton sports fan and a member of the Slovenian Pension Club.  He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Margaret, of...

Sep 14, 2016

NORTON---Kyle A. Richmond, 16, went home to be with the angels on September 14, 2016. Kyle was born in Barberton and was a sophomore at Norton High School. He loved football, spending time in the summer in West Virginia doing gardening, hunting, four-wheeling and cooking. Kyle also loved riding his Ripstick. Preceded in death by...

Sep 13, 2016

BARBERTON---Norma Lee Marsh died September 13, 2016 at Autumnwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Home in Rittman, Ohio.

Norma was born on March 22, 1932 in Barberton to the late Arthur and Carmelita (Houk) Poe and graduated from Barberton High School. After graduation, she served in the U.S. Army as a cryptologist. After her time in the...

Sep 13, 2016

Leroy R. Morlan

BARBERTON---Leroy R. Morlan, 75, passed away September 13, 2016 after a fight with Lung Cancer.

He served his country as a member of the US Navy. Leroy was preceded in death by his parents Leroy and Helen; brothers Kevin, Paul and John; and son Anthony. He is survived by his...

Aug 28, 2016

BARBERTON---Anthony F. Pollak, 94, passed away August 28, 2016 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Tony was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and retired from Mechanical Mold and Machine Co in Akron after 41 years. Tony was an active member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church and their Holy Name Society. He...

Aug 21, 2016

Margaret J. Genet (Ligas)

WADSWORTH---Margaret J. Genet, 85, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2016 at Pine Valley Care Center.

Margaret was born in Barberton and had been an area resident all her life where she was an LPN for over 15 years. She was a fantastic seamstress and enjoyed gardening, canning vegetables,...

Aug 21, 2016

Lacy L. Jamison, Jr., 89, passed away August 21, 2016.  He was born in Cunard, West Virginia on May 17, 1927.  He is preceded in death by parents Rose and Lacy Sr., brother Harold, sister Margie, and infant son Stephen.  Lacy is survived by his wife of 63 years Betty, sons Mark and Brian, son-in-law...

Aug 14, 2016

BARBERTON----Tammy Lynn Walker-Welsh

Tammy Lynn Walker-Welsh 47 passed away suddenly on August 14, 2016.

Tammy was an outgoing, caring and wonderful mother her son was her world.  She enjoyed going to church, spending time with her close family and friends and will be deeply missed by many.

Tammy was preceded in...

Aug 3, 2016

BARBERTON---Karen E. Gondor (nee Hagen), 63, passed away after a courageous battle with breast cancer on August 3, 2016. Karen was born in Kitchener, Ontario Canada and had been a Barberton resident most of her life. She was a Graduate of the Class of 1971 from Barberton High School and a member of St. Augustine...

Jul 30, 2016

NORTON - Edward J. Balash, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 30, 2016. Edward was born in Barberton on November 18, 1933 to John and Elizabeth (Freno) Balash.  He attended St. Augustine Catholic Church where he was involved in the holy hour and funeral luncheon programs.  He was also a member of the Telephone...