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.
Jerry A. Young
Jan 28, 2011
BARBERTON---Gerald A. "Jerry" Young, 43, passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2011. Born in Akron he was an area resident all his life where he graduated from Springfield High School and worked at Glass Ornamental Metals, Inc. Jerry enjoyed his job and his co-workers. He also loved puzzles, helping people and spending time with his kids and...
Harry Kukec
Jan 23, 2011
Harry Kukec BARBERTON---Harry Kukec, 83, passed away January 23, 2011 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Born in Norton he was a life resident of the Barberton and Norton area all his life where he was a member of Local #109 for over 50 years as a cement finisher. Harry was also a proud Army-Air Force Veteran having served...
Kelley M. Kinney
Jan 6, 2011
ELLET---Kelley M. Kinney, 45, unexpectedly departed this life on Thursday morning, January 6, 2011 and has gone on to eternal life with the Lord. Sweet Kelley was born on December 2, 1965 in Barberton and was an area resident all her life. She graduated Norton High School in 1984, married the love of her life in May,...
Frances C. Getz
Jan 4, 2011
Frances C. Getz BARBERTON---Frances Carolyn (Griffiths) Getz "Frankie", 82, passed away suddenly Tuesday, January 4, 2011 after a brief illness. Born in Akron, she lived her entire life in Barberton where she retired from B & C Machine Company. Frances was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and the Slovene Center where she worked for a number of...
Gary L. Michaels
Jan 3, 2011
Gary L. Michaels, 69, passed away January 3, 2011 after a courageous battle from an extended illness. Born in Barberton, he was an area resident all his life where he worked in the tool and die trade for many years. Gary enjoyed spending time with his family, sailing, traveling and riding his motorcycles. Preceded in death by his father...
Richard D. Wilsterman
Dec 26, 2010
BARBERTON---Richard D. Wilsterman, 84, passed away December 26, 2010 at the Doylestown Health Care Center. He was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and retired from Yoder Brothers after 47 years of service. Dick was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where he was very active with the Holy Name Society and Holy...

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Dec 23, 2010
Ralph R. McDowell, 78, passed away December 23, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital.
He is survived by his wife Ethel. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place.

Ralph R. Mcdowell
Dec 23, 2010
Ralph R. McDowell, 78, passed away December 23, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital.
He is survived by his wife Ethel. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place.
Richard Earl Harris
Dec 18, 2010
Richard E. Harris Richard Earl Harris, 65, passed away peacefully from this earth on December 18, 2010 after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Akron, was a graduate of Stow High School and went on to be the owner of Harris Electric. Preceded in death by his son Richard M. Harris; parents Ronald and Betty...
James R. Tomer
Dec 11, 2010
BARBERTON---James Rick Tomer, 62, passed away peacefully at the Hospice Care Center on December 11, 2010. Born in Akron he was a Norton/Barberton resident all his life where he graduated from Norton High School, attended the University of Akron and the Hower Vocational School. Jim worked at Logan Machine for 21 years and enjoyed photography and camping....
Ernie A. Miller
Dec 9, 2010
CLINTON---Ernie A. Miller, 89, passed away December 9, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. Born in Barberton, he was an area resident most of his life where he retired from Metro Regional Transit Authority as the general manager after 19 years. Ernie was also a proud Navy Veteran having served during both WWII and Korea. Preceded in...
Bernice P. Moyer
Dec 1, 2010
Bernice "Bobbi" P. (Miller) Moyer (nee Boggs) MEDINA----Bernice "Bobbi" P. Moyer, 91, passed away December 1, 2010 at Medina Village Retirement Community. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania she had been a resident of Phoenix, AZ for 24 years, Barberton for 52 years and Medina for the past year. She was a member of First Christian Church of Wadsworth...

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Nov 29, 2010
Robert Laughlin
BARBERTON---Robert Laughlin, 59, went home to be with the Lord after a long illness on November 29, 2010.He was an accomplished pianist that touched the lives of those he played for. He used his talent for Jesus, playing at Lakeview United Methodist Church...

Robert Laughlin
Nov 29, 2010
Robert Laughlin
BARBERTON---Robert Laughlin, 59, went home to be with the Lord after a long illness on November 29, 2010.He was an accomplished pianist that touched the lives of those he played for. He used his talent for Jesus, playing at Lakeview United Methodist Church...
Myrtle M. Weese
Nov 28, 2010
NORTON---Myrtle M. Weese, 83, passed away November 28, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center in Copley. Born in Long, WV she had been a Norton resident for the past 59 years where she retired from Acme after 10 years of service. Myrtle was an avid reader and enjoyed doing needle work and making various crafts with her grandchildren.
...Johanna M. Gonsiewski
Nov 25, 2010
BARBERTON---Johanna M. Gonsiewski, 96, passed away November 25, 2010 at Sterling House of Barberton.
Born in Czechoslovakia, she had been a Barberton resident all 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 in Norton. Johanna was a member...
Edwin P. Collins
Nov 22, 2010
FAIRLAWN---Edwin P. Collins, 85, passed away November 22, 2010 at the Village of St. Edward in Fairlawn. Born in Detroit, MI he had been an Akron/Wadsworth area resident most of his life retiring from Industrial Tool & Machine after 27 years of service. He was a member of the Williard United Church of Christ in Akron and a proud...
Violette I. Alexander
Nov 16, 2010
Violette I. Alexander
COPLEY---Violette I. Alexander, 87, passed away November 16, 2010 at Lorantffy Care Center.
Violette was born in Barberton and was a graduate at the top of her class at Kenmore High School. She lived in the Barberton area most of her life and lived the past 22 years...
John Paul Somerick, Jr
Nov 15, 2010
DOYLESTOWN---John P. Somerick Jr., 74, passed away November 15, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center in Copley. Born in Barberton, he had been an area resident all his life having retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. after 20 years of service. John was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and the former SS. Cyril...

Betha E. Wozer
Nov 14, 2010
COLUMBUS, OH---Bertha E. Wozer, 92, passed away November 14, 2010 at the Mother Angeline McCrory Manor in Columbus, OH. Born in Cleveland, Bertha had been a Barberton resident since 1938 where she was a member of the former SS. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church, St. Anne's Society, Rosary Society and the Free Eagle Society.
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