Recent Obituaries in Barberton, Summit County, Ohio

Nov 18, 2024

Michael M. Traylinek passed away November 18, 2024 at his home. He was born in January 7, 1947 in Bellaire, Ohio.  Michael was born to the late Michael and Sarah Traylinek. Michael was a United States Air Force veteran.

He is survived by his spouse Barbara O'Grizek Traylinek; his brothers Joseph (Sharon) Traylinek and Robert...

Nov 17, 2024

Charles Donald “Don” Noble, age 91, went home to his Lord in Akron, Ohio on November 17, 2024.  Don was born on December 19, 1932 in Fort Gay, West Virginia to Beecher and Tennie (Holland) Noble.  He was preceded in death by both parents, brothers James (Jim) Noble, Clifford Noble and Clinton Noble, sister Dorothy Mae Hopton,...

Nov 16, 2024

Mary Jane Gardner, (nee Stock), 83, passed away November 16, 2024 peacefully at her home. Mary Jane was a warm, beautiful, caring and loving person to all who knew her.  Graciously generous and caring to family, friends and strangers alike.  A deep love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was certainly something that she...

Nov 15, 2024

Barbara “Joyce” Coburn, age 73 of Barberton, Ohio, died on November 15, 2024 after a fight with cancer.

She was born May 22, 1951 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, the daughter of the late M. Del Wilson, Gertrude (Matthews) and Armand Fatica. Joyce was an active politician, serving on Barberton’s City Council...

Nov 15, 2024

Michael L. Brindo Jr., 86, died peacefully at home on November 15, 2024 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born February 25, 1938, he is survived by wife Janet (Adair)of 66 years and children, Jeff Brindo, Debbie (Joe) Sparks, Sue (Phill) Ciccolini, Michael (Caroline) Brindo III. Grandchildren Anthony (Jess) Ciccolini, Jamie (Tim) Diss, Rachel...

Nov 11, 2024

Shirley J. Dobbins, (nee Lantz), 78, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, at Pleasant View Health Care Center where she had been a resident since March. Shirley was born on June 7, 1946, in Lodi, Ohio and was often referred to as “Sunshine.” She was a homemaker, raising her two children in Canal Fulton,...

Nov 9, 2024

Wayne D. Morgan passed away peacefully on November 9,2024 at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by his parent, Lois (Brown) & Leslie Morgan, wife Mary June (Arrington) Morgan, brother & sister-in-law’s William (Ruth) Morgan, John (Ruth) Morgan, Norma Morgan, sister & brother-in-law Grace (Ron) Minor, second wife Bonnie (Dunn) Morgan, and son-in-law Steven...

Nov 5, 2024

David R. Robinson June 19, 1954 – November 5, 2024

David R. Robinson, age 70, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. David was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, whose warmth and laughter filled every room he entered.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Frances,...

Oct 26, 2024

Robert Joseph DeVore, Chicken Bob, 86, passed away on Saturday October 26, 2024. He owned and operated the family restaurant DeVore’s Hopocan Gardens for 65 years.  Veteran of the Army.  Past president of the Akron Area Restaurant Association, Board of Director for the Ohio State Restaurant Association, one of the founders of the Barberton Tavern owner Association.  ...

Oct 23, 2024

Marjorie A. Ashbrook, 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 23, 2024.

Marjorie was born in Akron and had been an area resident all her life. She retired as a Registered Nurse, working for Barberton Citizens Hospital, Summa Akron City and Nurses House Calls. Marjorie was a member of Prince of Peace...

Oct 20, 2024

Clyde M. Blankenship, 74, passed away October 20, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones. Clyde was born in Price Hill, West Virginia and had been an area resident all his life where he was the owner of C & M Landscaping. He loved to garden, watch Western movies and attend the Barberton Farmer’s Market every...

Oct 19, 2024

Richard A. Gradisher, 67, passed away October 19, 2024.

Richard was born in Barberton where he was a life resident. He was preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Mary Ann; and brother Tim. He is survived by his wife Debra; son Steven R. Gradisher; daughter Ashley J. (Matthew) Stout; brother Raymond (Nonie); sisters...

Oct 16, 2024

Florence Taylor Easterling died peacefully on October 16, 2024 at Bath Manor Specialty Care Center in Akron, Ohio. She was loved and well cared for while having lived there since December 2016. Florence was born on December 8th 1929 to Garfield and Catherine Taylor (Harris) who both preceded her in death.  She grew up and lived her...

Oct 13, 2024

Curt R. Rosio, 65, passed away October 13, 2024. Born in Barberton Ohio, Curt was a friend of the upmost degree and his leaving this earth will leave a hole in all his friends’ hearts. Curt was a larger-than-life guy and once you met him, in some way he will always be in your mind!...

Oct 9, 2024

Robert E. Preto, 67, passed away October 9, 2024 after a 2 year battle with cancer.

Bob was born in Barberton and was an area resident all his life. He retired from Cardinal Rubber Co. after 22 years and was the owner/operator of Preto’s Breakfast and Burgers for 21 years. Bob loved driving and cruising...

Oct 4, 2024

Calvin R. Nickol, 67, passed away October 4, 2024.

Calvin was born in Akron and had been an area resident all his life. He retired from the Barberton City Schools as a custodian and attended St. Andrew the Episcopal Church in Barberton. He was a member of the Hungarian Club, an avid sports fan and...

Oct 1, 2024

Linda Gae Reynolds, age 75, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Linda was a lifelong Cleveland Guardians fan, loved to crochet, and was a devoted member of FallsCreek Community Church in Munroe Falls. Linda was considered a mother to many. She formally fostered four children, adopted one, and was considered a great mom...

Sep 30, 2024

Charles Edward Fulks, born January 31, 1953, passed away surrounded by love and cherished memories. He is survived by the love of his life, Vicky Fulks, and their three children: Nicholas (Kerry), Aaron, and Bailey (Anthony). He is also survived by his son Jesse. His legacy lives on through his children and his seven grandchildren: Riley, Nolan,...

Sep 28, 2024

Betty Jane (Garrett) Jamison was born in Oak Hill, West Virginia on November 9, 1934 and was the last surviving sibling in a family of 18. She graduated from Collinwood High School in 1952 and married Lacy Jamison in 1953. The two were married for 63 years—until his passing in 2016.  Lacy and Betty adopted two boys,...

Sep 22, 2024

Thomas Z. Hamilton, 31, passed away September 22, 2024.

Tom was born in Wadsworth and was a Barberton resident all his life.

Preceded in death by his father Thomas R.; He is survived by his loving mother Melodie (Harold Gift) Watts-Hamilton; sisters Muriel (Scott) Warner and Molly (Brandon) Strange; grandfather Zeno (Joy) Watts;...