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.

Helen M. Bevington

Helen M. Bevington

Aug 21, 2010

Helen M. Bevington BARBERTON---Helen Marjorie Bevington, 94, passed away August 21, 2010 at Pleasant View Health Care Center. She was born in Barberton and was a resident of the Lakemore and Green areas for many years where she was a member of Lakemore United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by husband Owen; and son Norman; Survivors include her son...

Joseph L. Pancar

Joseph L. Pancar

Aug 19, 2010

BARBERTON---Joseph L. Pancar, 84, passed away August 19, 2010. Born in Forest City, Pennsylvania, he had been a Barberton resident most of his life where he retired from Seiberling Tire and Rubber Co after 33 years. He also retied from Walker's Mens Clothing Store as the Top Salesman after 30 years. He was a member of Prince...

Charles E. Hughes

Charles E. Hughes

Aug 18, 2010

BARBERTON---Charles E. Hughes Sr., 87, passed away August 18, 2010 surrounded by his loving family at the Hospice Care Center in Copley. Born in Lena, OH he had been a Barberton resident most of his life. Charles was a proud Army veteran having served during WWII. Preceded in death by loving wife Agnes; daughter Roxanne Legg; brothers...

Luella J. Mcdonough

Luella J. Mcdonough

Aug 14, 2010

Luella J. McDonough BARBERTON---Luella J. McDonough, 78, passed away August 14, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. Born in Forestville, PA, she had been a Barberton resident since 1951 where she was a member of Johnson United Methodist Church. She was an active member of the United Methodist Women and was on the Board of Trustees for the church...

Carol J. Stough

Carol J. Stough

Aug 8, 2010

Carol J. Stough BARBERTON---Carol J. Stough, 85, our loyal and loving mom, passed away on August 8, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. She gave so much and asked for so little. Her strong will and quick wit will be missed by all. Carol was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and retired from...

Judith Ann Sherman

Judith Ann Sherman

Aug 6, 2010

Judith Ann Sherman, 73, went to her eternal rest with our Lord Jesus Christ on August 6, 2010. Born in Akron she had been an area resident all her life where she graduated from Coventry High School in 1955 and studied at Ohio State University and the University of Akron. Judy worked for the University of Akron's...

Pauline Smith

Pauline Smith

Jul 29, 2010

Pauline Smith BARBERTON---Pauline Smith, 92, passed away July 29, 2010 at the Pleasant View Heath Care Center. Born in Milburn, KY Pauline had been a Barberton resident most of her life where she was a member of the Akron Baptist Temple. Preceded in death by husband Ralph and son-in-law Thomas W. Smith; survivors include daughter Betty Smith...

Ralph H. Conrad

Ralph H. Conrad

Jul 18, 2010

Ralph H. Conrad BARBERTON---Ralph H. Conrad, 93, passed away July 18, 2010 at Akron City Hospital. Born in Akron, he had been an area resident all his life where he worked at Babcock and Wilcox Co. and retired from the United States Postal Service as a Letter Carrier after 30 plus years. Ralph was a member of...

Elizabeth "Peggy" Marguerite Primm

Elizabeth "Peggy" Marguerite Primm

Jul 17, 2010

Surrounded by her family, Elizabeth Marguerite Primm (nee Crosely) beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, great-great grandmother, and dear friend to many passed away peacefully in her home in the evening on Saturday, July 17th, 2010. She was 91. "Peggy" Primm was born in Akron, Ohio, on November 20th, 1918, and graduated in 1937 from East High...

Marilyn M. Keller

Marilyn M. Keller

Jul 8, 2010

Marilyn M. Keller BARBERTON---Marilyn M. Keller, 69, passed away July 8, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital. She was born in Johnstown, PA and had been a Barberton resident most of her life. Marilyn enjoyed her family and her grandsons and was a diehard Ohio State Buckeyes and Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Preceded in death by her husband Dennis;...

Michael C. Kallai

Michael C. Kallai

Jun 30, 2010

Chief Michael C. Kallai, 57, passed away unexpectedly on June 30, 2010. Mike was born in Barberton and was an area resident all his life. He was a graduate of Coventry High School and a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Barberton. Mike worked for the City of Barberton Police Department for the past 32 years...

Patricia B Leasure

Patricia B Leasure

Jun 27, 2010

BARBERTON----Patricia B. Leasure, 59, passed away June 27, 2010 at her residence.Patricia was born in Akron and had been an area resident all her life where she worked for Ozark Trucking Co. for the past 13 years as a truck driver. She dedicated all her time to her family and her grandsons. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and...

Marcheta R. Wimer

Marcheta R. Wimer

Jun 24, 2010

Marcheta R. Wimer, 84, passed away June 24, 2010 at Summa Health Systems Barberton Hospital. Born in Canton she had been an area resident most of her life. Marcheta enjoyed traveling with Irene Grey. Preceded in death by husband Harold G. Wimer; Survivors include son Shawn (Sharon) Wimer of Clinton; grandchildren Jeffery (Amber) Johnson, Paula Johnson Arthur Lee (April)...

Kenneth M Harrold

Kenneth M Harrold

Jun 21, 2010

BARBERTON---Kenneth M. Harrold, "V Point 1", 50 passed away June 21, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. Born in Akron he had been an area resident all his life where he was the owner of Harrold Machine in Barberton for over 20 years. He was a friend to many. Kenny's word was gold. He held high respect...

Terence J. Warren

Terence J. Warren

Jun 19, 2010

BARBERTON---Terence J. Warren, 27, passed away June 19, 2010 in Akron. Terence was born in Cleveland and was an area resident all his life where he was a 2001 graduate of Barberton High School and attended the University of Akron. He served in the Marine Corps for seven years and was an avid Ohio State and Jay-Z...

James E Kellar

James E Kellar

Jun 18, 2010

James E. Kellar BARBERTON---James E. Kellar, 61, passed away June 18, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Jim was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and loved being an Umpire for youth baseball for over 20 years. He was also a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church where he sang in the choir. Preceded...

<Div>No<Br>Photo</Div> <Div>No<Br>Photo</Div>

No
Photo
No
Photo

Jun 18, 2010

James E. Kellar BARBERTON---James E. Kellar, 61, passed away June 18, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Jim was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and loved being an Umpire for youth baseball for over 20 years. He was also a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church where he sang in the choir. Preceded...

Timothy L. Stough

Timothy L. Stough

Jun 8, 2010

RITTMAN---Timothy L. Stough, 53, passed away June 8, 2010. Born in Barberton Tim was an area resident all his life where he retired from Novar after 27 years of service. Tim was an avid golfer, hunter, fisherman and bird watcher and also enjoyed cooking and spending time with his granddaughters. Preceded in death by father Elmer; Survivors include his...

Anne F Hornyak

Anne F Hornyak

Jun 6, 2010

Anne F. Hornyak (nee Stopar) NORTON---Anne F. Hornyak (nee Stopar), 76, passed away June 6, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Born in Barberton, she was a life resident of the Barberton and Norton area where she was a very active and dedicated member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church and was the President of the Altar Society....

Noel R. Thomas

Noel R. Thomas

Jun 4, 2010

BARBERTON----Noel R. Thomas, 84, passed away June 4, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. Noel was born in Barberton where he was a life long resident. He was a 29 year veteran of the Barberton Police Department, retiring in 1979. Noel graduated in the first summer school at Barberton High in 1943 and served in the US...

Subscribe

Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries

An orange arrow pointing to the right on a white background.
A Year of Grief Support

Sign up for one year of weekly grief messages designed to provide strength and comfort during this challenging time.