Peter R. Rosio
May 6, 2014
BARBERTON---Peter R. Rosio, 89, passed away May 6, 2014. Born in Falls Creek, PA he had been a Barberton resident most of his life where he retired from Goodyear Aerospace after 37 years of service. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where he was active in the Holy Hour program. Pete enjoyed golfing and...
Ellen J. Tucker
May 3, 2014
BARBERTON---Ellen J. Tucker, 90, passed away May 3, 2014. Ellen was born in Barberton to Rodney and Jennie Copen. Preceded in death by her husband Clyde F.; son Thomas Flickinger; her parents; and brothers Edgar and John; She is survived by her children Marie (Tim) Peterman, Bonnie Jenks, Marilyn Crenshaw, Jane (Keith) Lohr, Donna Sczepaniak and Jennie...
Kathy S. Matozel
Apr 20, 2014
NEW FRANKLIN--Kathy S. Matozel, 59, passed away April 20, 2014 at her residence. Kathy was born in Barberton and was a life resident of the area where she retired from Barberton Citizens Hospital as a Registered Nurse. She was a member St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church and the Norton Gardening Club. She also volunteered at the...
Julia Baker
Apr 18, 2014
Julia Hicov Baker entered into eternal life on Good Friday, April 18, 2014. We know Mom heard Christ call to her, 'Well done, good and faithful servant... today thou shall be with me in Paradise". "Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth; for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and...
Elaine V. Richards
Apr 12, 2014
DOYLESTOWN---Elaine V. Richards, 67, passed away April 12, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. Elaine was born in Barberton and was an area resident all her life where she was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her parents William and Edith; and sister Joan Curtis; survivors include her loving...
James R. Gangle
Apr 10, 2014
James R. Gangle of Copley, Ohio died April 10, 2014 surrounded by his family. Born in 1940 in Barberton, Ohio, Jim attended St. Augustine's Elementary School and graduated from Barberton High School in 1958. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Fulton from 1958-1962 during the Cuban Missile Crisis. In 1961, Jim married the...
Albert M. Lee
Apr 8, 2014
BARBERTON---Albert Martin Lee passed away peacefully with his family by his side at the Justin T. Rogers Care Center on Tuesday, April 8, 2014. Al was born to the late Daniel Malley and Clara Antoinette Lee (Davis) on July 29, 1923 in Monterey, Tennessee, but had resided in Barberton, a city he loved, nearly all of his...
Scott D. West
Apr 6, 2014
BARBERTON---Scott D. West, 33, passed away April 6, 2014 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Scott was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and 1999 graduate of Barberton High School. He worked at Copley Tool Rental and was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Akron. Scott was very active with Barberton All Town Little League...
Douglas M. Sobul
Mar 31, 2014
BARBERTON - Doug Sobul, age 80, passed away March 31, 2014. Doug was born in Akron, Ohio and attended Garfield High School. He is a veteran of the US Army. Doug retired from the Barberton Post Office and dedicated his time to helping raise his granddaughter, Payton. Doug was an avid sports fan, playing on and coaching...
Wilma J. Gabel
Mar 27, 2014
BARBERTON---Wilma J. Gabel, 76, passed away March 27, 2014 at the Hospice Care Center. Wilma was born in Wise, Virginia and had been a Barberton resident for the last 50 years. She worked at Sweet Henrie's for 15 years. Preceded in death by her husband Paul; son Steve Joyce; and sister Charlotte Mullins; Survivors include her niece...
Patrick T. Doyle
Mar 24, 2014
NORTON---Patrick T. Doyle, age 70, passed away March 24th, 2014 after a long illness following complications from surgery. He was a member of St. Augustine Church where he was an usher for many years before becoming ill. He worked for several companies locally and out of town retiring as Controller from Nifco America in Columbus, Oh. He...
Evelyn M. Maxim
Mar 24, 2014
BARBERTON---Evelyn M. Maxim, 89, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2014 at Summa Barberton Hospital.
Born in Frostburg, Maryland Evelyn had been a Barberton resident most of her life where she was a member of the former S.S. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church and currently a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church.
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Kathleen M. Wenner
Mar 19, 2014
BARBERTON----Kathleen M. "Kay" Wenner, (nee Tonathy), 82, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2014 at the Hospice Care Center. Kay was born to Kathleen and George Tonathy in Belfast, Northern Ireland and arrived in the United States at the age of six months. She graduated from Barberton High School, was employed by the City of Barberton as...
David C. Kostantinovich
Mar 9, 2014
NEW FRANKLIN---David C. Kostantinovich, 65, passed away March 9, 2014. David was born in Akron and was an area resident all his life. Preceded in death by his parents Milo and Mildred; and brother Milan; Survivors include his loving wife Wanda F.; sons Matthew (Catherine), Jon and Devin (Krista); daughter Kari (Jimmy) Harbert; stepsons Robert Bachtel and...
William R. Floyd
Mar 7, 2014
BARBERTON---William R. Floyd, age 90, passed away Friday, March 7, 2014. Born in Cuyahoga Falls, he moved to Barberton with his parents in 1936 where he remained a lifelong resident. He graduated from BHS in June 1941, and from Akron U in June 1949 with his BS in BA. He was active in the Barberton Junior Chamber...
Scott E. Canada
Mar 5, 2014
Scott E. Canada, 44, passed away March 5, 2014. Born in Royal Oak, Michigan he had been a Barberton resident all his life and was a 1989 graduate of Barberton High School. Scott most recently worked at Summa Akron City Hospital. Preceded in death by his sister Lori; He is survived by his parents Jack and Peggy;...
Paul A. Molnar
Mar 5, 2014
BARBERTON---Paul A. Molnar, 81, passed away March 5, 2014 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Born in Manchester, Paul was an area resident all his life where he retired from P.P.G. Industries after 28 years of service. He was also a proud Army Veteran. Preceded in death by his parents Steve and Mary; sisters Priscilla, Mary, Betty, Anna, Julia...
David W. Thomas
Feb 26, 2014
David W. Thomas, 64, passed away February 26, 2014 at the Hospice Care Center. David was born in Barberton and was a life resident of the area where he retired from Babcock and Wilcox Co. after 31 years. He was a proud Marine Corp Veteran having served during the Vietnam War. David was also a member of...
Gertrude Ann Weaver
Feb 24, 2014
Gertrude Ann Weaver (nee Weiand) 94, passed away February 24, 2014. Preceding her in death were her parents and brothers Cletus and Glenn and sisters Marie Miller and Loretta Mackey. Her beloved husband Edgar greeted her at Heaven's gate where they will enjoy each other's company once again. Surviving are Carol (Rey) Soberano, Patricia (Richard) Ferry, Paula...
Donald E. Bell, Jr
Feb 24, 2014
BARBERTON---Donald Eugene Bell, Jr., 53, of Barberton passed away unexpectedly from a sudden illness on Monday, February 24, 2014. Don was born in Barberton on March 28, 1960. He was a 1978 graduate of Barberton High School and graduated from The University of Akron in 1990. He was employed by Summit Racing Equipment for over...
