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.
Vic Pilkington
Mar 27, 2016
Vic Pilkington, 67, passed away unexpectedly with his family by his side on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016. Vic was born in Danville, IL and had been an Akron resident most of his life. He retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co after 40 years of service. Vic enjoyed being a political analyst and blogger...
Gladys M. Rado (Bajcar)
Mar 25, 2016
BARBERTON---Gladys M. Rado, 90, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2016.
Our family lost its matriarch, our mother and grandmother. She may be gone but she lives on in each of us family members she’s left behind. Right now there are tears in our eyes and a hole in our hearts, but she’s raised a...
Margaret (Stecz) Yakimick
Mar 21, 2016
BARBERTON---Margaret Yakimick, 89, passed away March 21, 2016 at Brookdale Senior Living in Stow.
Margaret was born in Allison, PA and had been a Barberton resident all her life where she retired from P.P.G. after 35 years of service. She was also a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Norton.
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Richard E. Culp
Mar 19, 2016
NORTON---Richard E. Culp, 81, passed away March 19, 2016 at the VNS Hospice Care Center.
Richard was born in Akron and had been an area resident all his life where he retired from At&t.
He was very active with the Norton Alumni and Classmates Group, the Norton Kiwanis Club, Norton Grange, Masonic Lodge...
Janice L (Sloan) Edwards
Mar 16, 2016
BARBERTON---Janice L. Edwards, 76, passed away after a hard fought battle with pancreatic cancer on March 16, 2016.
Janice was born in Akron and had been an area resident all her life and was a graduate of North High School. Over the years Janice made many long lasting friendships as a waitress in the Akron...
Gary W. Dobrich
Mar 15, 2016
NORTON---Gary Wayne Dobrich, 59, born to Louise and Ted Dobrich, died Tuesday, March 15, 2016.
Gary was born in Barberton and was an area resident all his life. He was the owner Klean All Carpet Cleaning and was an avid Cleveland Sports Fan. Gary Wayne was a caring, fun loving and hardworking funny guy, dedicated...
Donna L. (Rairck) Smith
Mar 12, 2016
BARBERTON---Donna L. Smith, 86, passed away March 12, 2016 at Manor Care of Barberton.
Donna was born in Akron and had been a life resident of the Norton and Barberton area all her life. She attended Norton High School and was a member of Loyal Oak VFW Post 4466 Ladies Aux. Donna was also a...
Kenny R. Wanko
Mar 11, 2016
NEW FRANKLIN---Kenny Wanko, age 60, passed away on March 11, 2016, following a 12- year battle with cancer that he fought with fierce strength and grace. He refused to give up. Born and raised in Seville, Kenny is survived by his wife Pam, his son Jeremiah and daughters Lisa Beans (Tom) and Jonise Barry; grandchildren Maddie Dasho...
Emily M. Burke
Mar 10, 2016
Emily M. Burke, 72, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2016. Born in Barberton to the late Elmer and Adeline (Seibert) Burke, she had lived in Norton all of her life and was a member of the Victory Chapel in Akron. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers Vincent and James; and nephew...
Claudia D. Hooser
Mar 9, 2016
BARBERTON---Claudia D. Hooser, 58, passed away as a result of an automobile accident on March 9, 2016.
Claudia was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and a graduate of Barberton High School Class of 1976. She was an avid bowler and reader.
Preceded in death by her father...
Frank J. Weigand
Mar 3, 2016
BARBERTON---Frank J. Weigand, 67, passed away March 3, 2016. Frank was born in Barberton where he was a resident for the past 25 years. He retired as a salesman from Chris-Craft Boats after 30 years and also from ADW. Frank was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where he participated in the Holy Hour...
John M. Phelps
Mar 3, 2016
John M. Phelps “Buddy” “Digger”
BARBERTON--- John M. Phelps, 64, passed away March 3, 2016.
John was born in Wilsondale, W.V and had been a Barberton resident all his life. He was a graduate of Barberton High School Class of 1970 and attended The University of Akron. He retired from P.P.G. after 20...
Sandra L. (Sipe) Starling
Mar 1, 2016
Sandra L. Starling, 57, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2016. She was preceded in death by her parents Merle and Patricia Sipe; sister Genie Coffee and brother William Sipe. Sandy is survived by her fiancé Todd Staab; stepson Jeremy Chandler; sisters Cheryl Henthorn and Amy Varner; brother Robert Miller; Aunts Barb and Linda; and many nieces,...
Michael D. Macko
Feb 26, 2016
BARBERTON---Michael D. Macko, 63, “Big Mike” passed away on February 26, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He lost a 2-year battle with cancer where he championed the MackoStrong Relay for Life team. Mike was a life-long resident of Barberton where he retired from the City of Barberton with 30 years of service. He was...
Danny Kaludy
Feb 24, 2016
BARBERTON---Danny Kaludy, 92, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2016 at Pleasant View Health Care Center.
Danny was born in Akron and was a life resident of Barberton where he retired from Lockheed Martin. He was a lifetime member of Barberton All Sports Boosters and was active in youth sports. Danny was also a member...
Anne C. (Zagar) Cox
Feb 17, 2016
Anne C. Cox, 89, was a lifetime resident of Barberton but lived the past 2 years in Greenville, SC passed peacefully on February 17, 2016 to join her husband Lance in the kingdom of heaven. Anne was a devoted mother & grandmother who was a very kind, loving & generous person that will be greatly missed by...
Roberta L. (Wilsterman) Tittle
Feb 16, 2016
NORTON---Roberta L. Tittle, 89, passed away February 16, 2016. Born in Adena, Ohio she had been a life resident of the Barberton/Norton area where she was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by her first husband Howard Wilsterman; second husband Richard Tittle; son Paul H. Wilsterman Jr.; stepson Thomas Tittle; Survivors...
Helen M. (Penko) Nagy
Feb 15, 2016
BARBERTON---Helen M. (Penko) Nagy, nee Lazar passed away February 15, 2016.
Helen was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and retired from Weather Seal. She was a member of the former Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
Preceded in death by her first husband Ernie Penko; She is survived by her husband...
Lori (Susong) Jones
Jan 29, 2016
BARBERTON--- Lori (Susong) Jones, 55, passed away on January 29, 2016. Born in Wadsworth, Lori lived in Ohio most of her life. Lori was a generous person who enjoyed her cats, the ocean, and games. Lori is survived by her parents, James and Sarah (Powell) Susong of Rittman, brother, James (Tracy) Susong II of Fort Worth, Texas,...
Harold Bud Horracks
Jan 28, 2016
NORTON---Harold (Bud) Horracks, 76, passed away on Thursday, January 28, 2016 with his family at his side. Bud was born in Barberton to Harold R. and Juanita "Edie" Horracks. He was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Norton and was a member of the holy hour program at St. Augustine in Barberton for...
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