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.
Lucille M. Lamm
Jun 19, 2016
SAYBROOK TWP.---Surrounded by her loving family, Lucille (Lu) Lamm passed peacefully at her home in Ashtabula on Sunday morning, June 19th 2016. She was born November 4, 1929 in Ashtabula, the daughter of Cosmos and Laura (DiDonato) Lamm. Lucille graduated from Ashtabula High School in 1948. She then went on to enjoy a 38 year career with...
Agnes Marie (Witschey) Hurley
Jun 17, 2016
BARBERTON---Agnes M. Hurley, 91, passed away June 17, 2016 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Barberton. Born in Wadsworth she had been an area resident all of her life. Agnes was active in many bridge clubs and loved to travel. She was an avid golfer and loved the Cavs games. After church on Sundays she loved to go to breakfast...
Cari Lynn (Mohan) Homan
Jun 10, 2016
Cari Lynn Homan, 55, passed away June 10, 2016 at Summa Akron City Hospital. Born in Akron she had been an Akron/Barberton resident most of her life and lived a few years in Virginia Beach. Cari enjoyed camping and most of all spending time with her grandchildren.
Cari is survived by her husband Todd Homan; children Mikelynn...
Joe Bischak Jr.
Jun 9, 2016
BARBERTON---After 8 years Uncle Joe finally heard Aunt Della calling to him and entered the Pearly Gates on Thursday, June 9th, at the age of 92. They were soulmates who did everything together; boating, fishing, camping, gambling. Winters in Arizona and Brownville, Texas, wandering over to Tijuana, Mexico and even a road trip to Alaska.
Up until...
Margie G. (Ellis) Janiga
Jun 6, 2016
BARBERTON---Margie G. Janiga (nee Ellis), 91, passed away June 6, 2016.
Margie retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 22 years of service. Preceded in death by her husband of 52 years Clement (Clem); she leaves behind her nephew Larry (Bonnie) Ellis; and numerous other nieces and nephews.
Per her wishes, cremation...
Leo F. Haugh
Jun 6, 2016
DOYLESTOWN---LEO F. HAUGH
Leo F. Haugh, 69, of Doylestown, originally of South Boston, MA, went to heaven June 6, 2016.
Leo was preceded in death by daughter Sheila. He is survived by his wife of 33 years Cindy, daughter Ellen and many extended loving family and friends.
Calling hours will be...
Barbara C. (Logsdon) Kelly
Jun 3, 2016
BARBERTON---Barbara C. Kelly, 74, passed away June 3, 2016.
Barbara was born in Barberton where she was a life resident. She was a graduate of the St. Thomas School of Nursing and retired from Akron City Hospital after 20 plus years. Barbara was also a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.
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Shawn M. Krunich
Jun 3, 2016
NORTON---Shawn M. Krunich, 38, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2016.
He lived and loved life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by his parents Joe and Shari Krunich; his sister Emilee (Jordan) Robinson; fiancé Amber Goff and the joys of his life, his children, Noah, Talin, and Ellie; his grandmothers; niece Shelby;...
Amy L. (Hughes) Wise
May 24, 2016
NORTON---Amy L Wise (Hughes), 59, of Norton Ohio, went home to be with the lord on May 24th surrounded by loved ones.
Amy was born in Akron, OH on March 3, 1957. She graduated from Barberton High School and spent her entire life in Norton, OH.
Amy worked as a Certified...
Margaretta "Rita" A. (Collins) Hurst
May 23, 2016
Margaretta “Rita” Hurst, 85, passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2016 surrounded by her loving children and grandchildren.
Mom was born on March 6,1931 in Staten Island, New York to John & Agnes Collins and resided in Barberton for the past 65 years. Mom was very proud of her Irish heritage, her Catholic upbringing and...
Sharon M (Stefan) Breen
May 22, 2016
Sharon M. Breen (Stefan)
Sharon passed away unexpectedly on Sunday May 22, 2016 at the age of 44. She was born in Akron, Ohio on September 10, 1971 and was a long time resident of Jackson Township. She graduated from Northwest High School in Canal Fulton in 1989. In 2005, she attended Akron Institute of...
Paulette A. (Guysick) Baliga
May 21, 2016
BARBERTON---Paulette A. Baliga, 66, passed away on Saturday, May 21, 2016 after a short battle with cancer.
Paulette was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and a member of the former Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. She loved to go shopping on the weekends, spend time at the casino with her...
Catherine J. (Belkey) Mullett
May 17, 2016
BARBERTON---Catherine J. Mullett, (nee Belkey), 84, passed away May 17, 2016 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. Catherine was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and worked at F.W. Woolworth Co. She was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church where she was active in the Altar and Rosary Society...
Mary J. (Mcardle) Howd
May 15, 2016
BARBERTON---Mary J. Howd born November 20, 1926 in Greensburg, PA, left this world on May 15, 2016 in the company of those who loved her the most. She is preceded in death by all her siblings and her sons, Robert D. and David W. and her grandson, Andrew Howd. She is survived by her daughter,...
Ilene L. (Barcus) Mckee
May 11, 2016
BARBERTON---Ilene L. McKee (Van Cleave) (nee Barcus), 91, passed away May 11, 2016. Ilene was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. She was a member of Moose Lodge #759 and an avid bowler and golfer. She loved playing in Euchre tournaments and going on casino trips....
Mary Ann (Zorn) Crosky
May 9, 2016
ARIZONA---Mary A. Crosky, 95, passed away May 9, 2016 at Serenity Hospice in Phoenix, AZ.
Mary was born in Barberton and had been a resident there for most of her life. She retired from Marshall’s Dept. Store after 25 years of service and also worked at Sun Rubber Co. Mary was a member of the...
Paul E. Cipar
May 8, 2016
NORTON---Paul Eugene Cipar, 84, passed away on May 8th after a battle with Parkinson’s, Dementia and a broken heart after losing Elaine (Cartmel) in November, 2011. They were married on December 26, 1953.
Born in Barberton, Paul was a lifelong area resident and a member of the former Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church. He...
Janet M. (Sabo) Starr
May 2, 2016
DOYLESTOWN---Our shining “Starr,” Janet, 63, of Doylestown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 2, 2016. Janet was born in Akron, and she attended grade school at SS Cyril & Methodius in Barberton. The classmates of her Norton High School 1971 graduating class voted her “Most Athletic.” Janet loved to compete and pursued...
Paul Burkhart
May 2, 2016
NORTON---Paul Burkhart, beloved husband of Joyce, cherished father of Larry and Mike, adored grandfather of Colton, Callee and Joey, passed away surrounded by his family after a brief battle with cancer. Paul was a hardworking man who never met a stranger. He was kind, generous and welcoming to all. Paul was Owner/Operator of Norton Service...
Leona A. (Stephens) Sanford
May 1, 2016
BARBERTON---Leona A. Sanford, 94, passed away May 1, 2016 at Pleasant View Health Care Center.
Leona was born in Barboursville, W. VA and had been an area resident most of her life. She worked for Saalfield Publishing and also Yoder Brothers. Leona was currently a member of the First Baptist Church of Barberton and was...
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