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.

Margaret J. Savage

Margaret J. Savage

Sep 17, 2013

BARBERTON---Margaret J. Savage, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on September 17, 2013 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Marge was born in Murray City, Ohio and was a Barberton resident most of her life where she was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. She was a child care provider for many children over the years....

Judith A Dempsey

Judith A Dempsey

Sep 3, 2013

WADSWORTH---Judith A. Dempsey, 72, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2013 at the Hospice of Medina County Care Center. Born in Maryland, she had been a Barberton and Wadsworth resident all her life. She was a graduate of Barberton High School and was the Operator of Osage Park Campground for many years. Judith loved spending time with...

Sarah A. Tonya

Sarah A. Tonya

Sep 3, 2013

BARBERTON---Sarah A. Tonya went home to our heavenly father on Sept 3, 2013 at age 86. She was a life long resident of Barberton, Ohio, She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was defined by her catholic faith and attended mass daily. She made many, many holy hours in her lifetime at St. Augustine Church....

Jennifer S. Leeper

Jennifer S. Leeper

Aug 31, 2013

Jennifer Leeper was promoted to angel early Saturday morning, August 31, 2013, though most who knew her would agree that she'd already achieved that status while still here on earth. Jennifer was a 1988 graduate of Wooster High School. She graduated with a B.A. of Psychology from Ohio University in 1192 and received her Gerontology Certificate in...

Margaret Ann Tholt

Margaret Ann Tholt

Aug 30, 2013

BARBERTON---Margaret Ann Tholt, 87, passed away August 30, 2013 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. Margaret was born in Czechoslovakia and was a resident of the Akron and Barberton area all her life. She was a member of the former S.S. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, First Catholic Slovak Ladies Union 217 and Slovak Catholic Sokols 43....

Lauretta J. France

Lauretta J. France

Aug 27, 2013

Lauretta J, France, 66, passed away August 27, 2013 at Summa Barberton Hospital. She was born in Barberton where she was a resident most of her life. Lauretta owned her own cleaning business and also worked as a secretary. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her parents Fane and Erma...

Eva T. Cameron

Eva T. Cameron

Aug 25, 2013

CANAL FULTON----Eva T. Cameron, 92, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2013 at Chapel Hill Community. Eva was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and worked at Herwick's Floral Shop for over 20 years. She was and a member of the former Holy Trinity Catholic Church and a current member of St. Augustine Catholic...

Robert Leonard Miller

Robert Leonard Miller

Aug 22, 2013

NORTON---Robert Leonard Miller passed away on August 22, 2013. Interment service private. Memorial gathering will be at Barberton Brookside Country Club, Sunday, September 29, 12M to 4PM. In lieu of flowers please send donations to the Theta Tau Foundation, Robert L. Miller Scholarship Fund.

James Loyd Reed

James Loyd Reed

Aug 21, 2013

James Loyd Reed BARBERTON---James Loyd Reed, 78, passed away August 21, 2013 at Manor Care of Barberton. Born in Nicut, West Virginia, he lived in Grantsville, West Virginia for 20 years and almost 40 years in the Wadsworth and Barberton area. James retired from Bearfoot Corp. after 33 years of service. He was also a proud Army...

Larry Schreffler

Larry Schreffler

Aug 14, 2013

Larry Schreffler BARBERTON---Larry Schreffler, 70, went home to be with his Lord on August 14, 2013. Preceded in death by his parents Rolland and Helen; and sister Bonnie; He leaves behind his beloved wife Wanda "Bonnie"; sons Jack (Gina) Harris, David (Judy) Harris and Terry Schreffler; daughters Debra (Joe) Ballash, Loretta (Danny) Bartoe, Jaclyn (Joe) Gamble and...

Victor J. Rego

Victor J. Rego

Aug 9, 2013

BARBERTON---Victor J. Rego, 80, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2013. Vic was born in Barberton where he was a life resident. He retired from P.P.G. Industries and also from the City of Barberton. He was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Norton. Preceded in death by his wife Lucille; Survivors include his children...

Harleen Kukec

Harleen Kukec

Aug 2, 2013

Harleen Kukec, 92, passed away peacefully at Victoria House Assisted Living in Austintown, Ohio on August 2, 2013. Harleen was a life resident of Barberton where she retired from Barberton Citizens Hospital after 21 years of service as an EKG Technician. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, the Altar Society and Slovene Pensioners...

John C. Paisley

John C. Paisley

Aug 1, 2013

BARBERTON---John C. Paisley, 92, passed away August 1, 2013 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. Born in West Newton, PA, he had been a Barberton resident all his life where he retired from Midland Steel. John was a proud Marine Corp veteran having served during WWII. Preceded in death by his wife Marcella; daughter Jean Paisley; brother...

Randal R. Sherman

Randal R. Sherman

Aug 1, 2013

BARBERTON---Randal R. Sherman, "Randy", 60, passed away suddenly, on August 1, 2013. Randy was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and worked for Kare Condominium Management Company. He attended St. Augustine Catholic Church and was the Vice-President of the Hungarian Club of Barberton. Preceded in death by his parents Harold and Marie; and baby...

Ruth M. Mirtich

Ruth M. Mirtich

Jul 30, 2013

Ruth M. nee (Patrick) Mirtich, born in Barberton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, July 30, 2013 at Rockynol Retirement Community. After graduating from high school she was employed by the Ohio Brass Co., then went to work for the B & W Co. where she was first employed by the U.S. Navy; working for Naval...

Sherry Lynn Eagle

Sherry Lynn Eagle

Jul 28, 2013

Sherry Lynn Eagle, 50, passed away July 28, 2013. Born in Gassway, West Virginia she had been a Barberton and Akron resident most of her life and attended Barberton High School. Sherry was a die hard Steelers fan and loved the state of Florida. Preceded in death by her father Otha Eagle; Survivors include her mother Helen...

Thomas R. Brescilli

Thomas R. Brescilli

Jul 25, 2013

BARBERTON---Thomas R. Brescilli, 58, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2013 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Tom was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and graduate of Barberton High School. He was a professional photographer and owned Brescilli Photography since 1994. Tom was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where he was a Eucharistic...

Robert J. Toth

Robert J. Toth

Jul 19, 2013

DOYLESTOWN---Robert J. Toth, 73, passed away July 19, 2013 at Akron City Hospital. Bob was born in Akron and lived most of his life in Manchester and the last six years in Doylestown. He graduated from Hower High School and retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. Bob was an avid boater and loved watching his granddaughters...

Wendy Carol Breiding

Wendy Carol Breiding

Jul 15, 2013

BARBERTON---Wendy Carol Breiding, 51, passed away unexpectedly July 15, 2013. Wendy was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and a 1980 graduate of Barberton High School. She worked at Myers Industries for over 20 years and P.P.G. Industries for the last three years. Wendy was a proud mother and loved to play bingo and...

Carolyn J. Miller

Carolyn J. Miller

Jul 8, 2013

CLINTON---Carolyn J. Miller, 91, passed away July 8, 2013. Born in North Carolina, she had been a Barberton-Clinton resident all her life where she was a former member of Barberton First Church of Christ. Carolyn was also very proud to have been a member of the Women's Air Corp and served during WWII. Preceded in death by...

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