Ralph O. Pierce
Jan 5, 2015
BARBERTON---Ralph O. Pierce, 91, passed away peacefully at his residence on January 5, 2015.
Ralph was born in Haydenville, Ohio and had been an area resident most of his life where he retired from McNeil Machine in 1985. He was a member of Community Gospel Tabernacle in Barberton. Ralph loved fishing and having fish fry's....
Frances M. Obraza
Jan 4, 2015
BARBERTON---Frances M. Obraza, 93, passed away January 4, 2015 at Akron City Hospital. Frances was born in Red Rock, West Virginia and had been an area resident all her life where she retired from Merryweather Latex and Foam. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, K.S.K.J. Lodge #110 and the Slovene Center. Frances enjoyed...
Mary L. Spencer
Jan 1, 2015
Mary L. Spencer, 96, passed away January 1, 2015.
Mary was born in Akron where she was a life resident and retired from the Akron Post Office after 37 years of service.
Mary was a much loved lady who made slippers and sweaters for a lot of people. There are many people who...
Gerald C. Sense
Dec 27, 2014
Gerald C. Sense (4/9/58-12/13/14) resided in Doylestown, Ohio. He had a passion for driving over the road. While home he was a beloved friend to all at Cissy's diner in Barberton and often enjoyed both fishing and relaxing at the Cuyahoga Falls natatorium. He is preceded in death by: his parents, Helen F. and Harold Sense; aunt...
Joseph Patrick Murphy
Dec 26, 2014
BARBERTON---Joseph Patrick Murphy, 84, passed away on December 26, 2014 after a long battle with Dementia. Patrick was a graduate of Barberton High School and played on the 1947 undefeated football team. He also played football for Kent State University before serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. In 1953 he returned to the University...
Rosalie I. Ketcham
Dec 23, 2014
BARBERTON---Rosalie I. Ketcham "Toni", 76, passed away December 23, 2014 at her residence.
Toni was born in Columbus and had been a Barberton resident most of her life. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Barberton where she was very active and was a Deacon. She was also a member of Barberton...
Rita C. Verhotz
Dec 20, 2014
BARBERTON---Rita C. Verhotz, 86, passed away peacefully at her residence on December 20, 2014. Rita was born in Doylestown and was a Barberton resident most of her life. She retired from the Barberton City Schools after 14 years as a cafeteria manager. She was a faithful member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Norton. Preceded...
Florence J. Murawski
Dec 7, 2014
BARBERTON---Florence J. Murawski, 91 passed away peacefully December 7, 2014. She was reunited with her husband Bennie C. Murawski Sr., sister Helen Otanicar and son-in-law Stephen G. Durbin. She was born July 25, 1923 in Barberton, Ohio and was a life resident of Barberton. Florence was a former employee of Milich's Village Inn and Yoder Brothers. She...
Dave P. Patterson
Dec 4, 2014
NORTON---Dave P. Patterson, 40, passed away December 4, 2014 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Dave was born in Barberton and was a Norton resident all his life. He was the owner of Pace Construction Co and was a graduate of the Norton High School Class of 1992. Dave loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter....
Marilyn R. Strossman
Dec 4, 2014
NORTON---It is with great sadness that the family of Marilyn Strossman announces her passing on Thursday evening, December 4. She was cherished by all that had the privilege of knowing her. A loving and devoted mother of two, Marilyn is survived by her husband of 56 years, Bill; her sons Bill Jr. (Delores), Greg (Lori); grandchildren Brad,...
Robert Lee Kaiser
Dec 1, 2014
BARBERTON---Robert Kaiser, 76, joined his wife Patricia Kaiser and son Nicholas Kaiser as our angel on December 1, 2014. Bob was born May 9, 1938 to Peter and Mary Kaiser, Brother of Joseph, Frank (Linda), Magdaline (George), and Barbara. Bob was a proud Veteran of the U.S. Air Force in the 352 Tactical Fighter Wing. Bob was...
John R. Paugh, Ii
Nov 26, 2014
BARBERTON---John R. Paugh II, age 60, died November 26, 2014. John was born in Barberton, Ohio where he was a life resident and a member of Prince of Peace Church. He worked in the Transportation Department Akron Public Schools for the past 20 years. John was a member of Barberton Lodge #750 F&AM, Past High Priest of...
Bernard A. Beck, Sr
Nov 16, 2014
Bernard A. Beck Sr., "Berney", 58, passed away on November 16, 2014 after a long battle with illness. Berney was born in Barberton and was an area resident all his life. Preceded in death by his parents William and June; Survivors include his son Bernard Jr.; brother William (Robin); sister Jennifer (Gary) Croft; and numerous nieces and...
Jack M. Gujin
Nov 14, 2014
BARBERTON---Jack M. Gujin, 84, passed away November 14, 2014 at Magnolia Village in Wadsworth. Jack was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and worked at Seiberling Tire and Rubber Co., the Barberton Recycling Center and Anderson Graphics. He attended the former St. Mary's Catholic Church in Barberton and was an avid golfer. Jack was...
Rita E. Buchanan
Nov 11, 2014
BARBERTON--Rita E. Buchanan, 90, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2014 at The Inn at Coal Ridge in Wadsworth. Rita was born in Cuyahoga Falls and was a graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School Class of 1942. She was a Barberton resident most of her life and a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where she was...
Rose M. Lovas
Nov 10, 2014
NORTON---Rose Lovas was called home to be reunited with her loving husband on November 10, 2014. Rose was born March 15, 1911 to John and Mary (Kavalecz) Johanyak and was a lifetime resident of Barberton and Norton. She and her twin sister, Barbara, were accomplished piano players and performed for social events as children. She graduated from...
Iona Bernice Johnson
Nov 7, 2014
BURBANK---Iona Bernice Johnson closed her eyes for the final time on November 7, 2014 at Wooster Community Hospital. She will be missed by 4 Children; Mr. & Mrs. Leo and Helen Cantrill, Jr., Karen S. Lorey, James R. Hayhurst, Frank R. Hayhurst and mate Eva Rollins. Also by 2 sisters, 10 grandchildren, 3 Special Grandchildren, 15 great...
John T. Genet
Nov 3, 2014
BARBERTON---John T. Genet, 93, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2014 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. John was born in Barberton where he was a life resident. He retired from P.P.G. Industries after 40 years of service. John was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where he was active in the Holy Hour Program, Holy...
Venetta Jane Cook
Oct 31, 2014
NORTON---Born on Halloween, October 31, Venetta Jane ,67, lost her extremely hard and lengthy fight with cancer. She was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer in which she beat in 1988 and had been in remission for the past 24 years. Venetta will be remembered for her sense of humor and love of the Grateful Dead and...
Toni A. Withem
Oct 27, 2014
Toni A. Withem, 57, passed away unexpectedly on October 27, 2014. Toni was born in Barberton where she was a life resident. Her life was dedicated to her family; being a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She worked as the Guidance Secretary, where her laughter and smile were a constant in the BMS Guidance office...
