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.

Edwin P. Collins

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

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

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

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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Catherine Mekina

Catherine Mekina

Nov 8, 2010

Catherine Mekina BARBERTON---Catherine Mekina, 88, passed away November 8, 2010 at her residence. Catherine was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, K.S.K.J. 111, Slovene Pensioners and the Altar Society. Preceded in death by her sisters Margaret Welch and Patricia White; and great-granddaughter Mackenzie Brothers; Survivors...

Stephany Smith

Stephany Smith

Nov 5, 2010

NORTON--Stephany "Stella" Smith, 92, passed away November 5, 2010 at her residence. Born in Albert, WV, she had been an area resident most of her life where she was a member St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church. Stella enjoyed gardening and crocheting. Preceded in death by parents Anthony and Margaret Zella; husband Warren; and brothers Tony and...

Joseph V. Grum

Joseph V. Grum

Nov 3, 2010

Joseph V. Grum NORTON---Joseph V. Grum passed away at the Hospice Care Center on November 3, 2010. Joe was a lifelong resident of the Barberton/Norton area. He graduated from Barberton High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the Army Air Force (WWII) and was a ground-to-air radio operator, serving time in the Philippines, Saipan, and Iwo Jima....

Marjorie E. Truman

Marjorie E. Truman

Oct 31, 2010

BARBERTON---Marjorie E. Truman, 86, passed away October 31, 2010 at the Hospice Care Center. Marjorie was born in Left Hand, West Virginia and had been a Barberton resident for the past 56 years where she was affiliated with the Bible Holiness Church. She enjoyed quilting, gardening and taking care of people over the years. Preceded in death...

Ann M. Asbury

Ann M. Asbury

Oct 31, 2010

BARBERTON---Ann M. Asbury (nee Lemmon), 39, went home to meet her dad and brother on October 31, 2010. Ann was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and was a 1990 graduate of Barberton High School. She attended the Akron Baptist Temple and was a big supporter of Relay for Life, Pancreatic Cancer Support Group...

George B. Szittai

George B. Szittai

Oct 24, 2010

BARBERTON---George B. Szittai, 85, passed away October 24, 2010 at Manor Care of Barberton. He was born in Barberton where he was a life resident and retired from the Seiberling Tire and Rubber Co. after 38 years. George was an accomplished saxophone player and singer and played at the jam sessions at the Polish-American Club and F.O.P...

Rosario R. Prinzo

Rosario R. Prinzo

Oct 16, 2010

Rosario (Rosenberry) Prinzo Rosario Prinzo, 96, formerly of Ellet, went home to be with the Lord, October 16. Born November 11, 1913 in Mexico City, Rosario moved to Akron in 1947. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and retired from Goodyear International in 1973. She taught Spanish at the Berlitz for many years. Preceded...

Mary M. Miller

Mary M. Miller

Oct 15, 2010

Mary M. Miller (nee Krska) BARBERTON---Mary M. Miller, nee Krska, 82, passed away October 15, 2010 at Doylestown Health Care Center. She was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and retired from Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. after 36 years of service. Mary was a member of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church in Norton and...

Robert C. Carson

Robert C. Carson

Oct 14, 2010

Dr. Robert C. Carson BARBERTON----Dr. Robert C. Carson, 86, passed away October 14, 2010 at Manor Care of Barberton. Born in Akron, he was an area resident most of his life where he retired from the University of Akron as a Professor of Mathematics. He was a graduate of Buchtel High School, received his Bachelor's degree from...

Joseph A. Petruska

Joseph A. Petruska

Oct 11, 2010

Joseph A. Petruska, 93, passed from this life peacefully on October 11, 2010 at the Little Sisters of the Poor Nursing Home in Cleveland. Joe had a deep devotion for the Blessed Mother and the rosary. He organized the monthly Rosary for Peace throughout the Akron-Barberton area churches for many years. He touched many people's lives during his years...

Annabelle C. Wells

Annabelle C. Wells

Oct 8, 2010

BARBERTON -- Annabelle C. Wells, 94, passed away October 8, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital. She was born in Belton, South Carolina and had been a Barberton resident since 1942 where she retired from Art's CafAC.. Preceded in death by her husband, Herbert and son, Alan Richard; survivors include her son, Byron; daughter, Linda (John) McKinney-Sinnett all...

Mary Weiman

Mary Weiman

Oct 5, 2010

Mary Weiman BARBERTON----Mary Weiman, 98, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2010 at Emeritus Hospice in Medina. She was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and a member of the former Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband Stephen; Survivors include her daughters Barbara Zimmer of Barberton and Rosemary...

Virginia S. Kerechanin

Virginia S. Kerechanin

Oct 2, 2010

BARBERTON---Virginia S. Kerechanin, nee Pramik, 85, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2010 at Magruder Hospital in Port Clinton, Ohio. Born in Fullerton, Pennsylvania, she resided in Barberton most of her life where she graduated at the top of her class from Barberton High School. She worked at Sears Roebuck and Yoder Brothers where she retired after...

Helen Okolish

Helen Okolish

Oct 1, 2010

BARBERTON---Helen Okolish, 84, passed away October 1, 2010. Born in Flushing, Michigan, she had been a Barberton resident since 1965 where she was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Norton Homemakers, Barberton Women's City Club and Slovene Pensioners. She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph E; parents Albert and Catherine Janos; sisters Catherine...

Robert E. Greathouse

Robert E. Greathouse

Oct 1, 2010

Robert E. Greathouse "The Claw" BARBERTON---Robert E. Greathouse, "The Claw", 57, passed away October 1, 2010 at Summa Barberton Hospital. Bob was a lifetime Barberton resident where he graduated from Barberton High School and retired from Hamlin Steel after 30 years of service. He was a big wrestling fan and loved to spend time with his family...

Elizabeth J. Anger

Elizabeth J. Anger

Sep 12, 2010

Elizabeth "Betty" J. Anger (nee Chuha)

BARBERTON---Elizabeth "Betty" J. Anger, 85, passed away September 12, 2010 at the Doylestown Health Care Center. Born in Akron, Betty had been a Barberton area resident most of her life where she was a member of the Apostolic Church of Barberton and worked at Kroger's Grocery Store for 17 years. Betty...

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