James E. Weigand
Mar 24, 2026
James E. Weigand, 92, passed away March 24, 2026.
Jim was born in Barberton where he was a life resident. He was a teacher at Hoban High School for 15 years then was a Master Tailor at Weigand Furniture. He was a member of St. Augustine Catholic CHurch and was also a non-commisioned officer in the Army ROTC while in college.
He...
Norma Jean Catlin
Mar 23, 2026
Norma Jean Catlin age 92 was given to the Lord with grace on March 23, 2026 with her daughters by her side. Born April 25, 1933 in Barberton, Ohio to Walter and Gladys Butzer who proceeded her in death. Norma was also proceeded in death by her beloved husbands, Paul Robert Geary and Everett Arthur Catlin, her brothers Donald and...
David L. Fletcher
Mar 13, 2026
David Fletcher, born February 9, 1944, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 13, 2026. His 82 years were marked by resilience, service, and a deep commitment to caring for others.
David is survived by his devoted wife, Kathleen; his son, Bryan, and daughter‑in‑law, Jessica; and his cherished granddaughters, Gemma and Cora, who brought him endless joy. He was preceded in death...
Diane E. Bender
Mar 13, 2026
Diane Elizabeth Bender, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026. Born on April 9, 1948, in Massillon, Ohio, Diane lived a life defined by love, laughter, resilience, and devotion to her family and friends.
Diane was known for her heart of gold and the way she could brighten a room with a smile or a perfectly timed joke. Her...
Paul Robert Geary Jr.
Mar 10, 2026
Paul Robert Geary,Jr. age 63 of Copley Ohio passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. He was born November 25, 1962 in Barberton, Ohio to Paul Robert (Bob) Geary and Norma Jean Geary. Paul was one of four children. He grew up in Barberton and attended Barberton High School and later moved to Copley where he lived for nearly 45...
Stephen L. Weiman
Feb 27, 2026
Stephen L. Weiman, 72, went home to be with the Lord on February 27, 2026.
Steve owned his own cleaning business for 40 years. He was proud to say that he had been sober since June 2018.
Preceded in death by his parents Anthony and Anne; brothers Anthony and David; and sisters Kathy Miller and Mary Alice Stokes; He is survived by...
Jeff L. Lilly
Feb 26, 2026
Jeff Lilly was born Aug. 25, 1956, in Barberton, where he was raised. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Betty Lilly, and his beloved daughter, Megan.
He is survived by his wife, Debi; brothers Bob (Marge) and Tom; children Nicole Brown and Michael (Shannon) Brown; 12 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends.
A dedicated...
Frances A. Pelton
Feb 16, 2026
On Monday February 16th, 2026 Fran Pelton passed away suddenly after a long illness. A lifelong resident of Norton, generous and kind, Fran enjoyed gardening, bowling and playing cards with the "club girls". Her later activities included playing slot machines, watching Judge Judy and telling her daughters what to do.
As the cook at the Slovene Party Center for over 40...
Sarah W. Farrell
Feb 7, 2026
Sarah Wallace “Bop Louie” Farrell, 19, of New Franklin, Ohio, passed away on February 7, 2026. Born on May 14, 2006, in Akron, Ohio, Sarah brought light and creativity into the world from the very beginning.
A proud graduate of Manchester schools in 2025, Sarah had recently embarked on her college journey at the University of Akron. In her first year,...
Jacqueline "Jackie" R. Ule
Feb 6, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” R. Ule, age 78, born December 3, 1947, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, with her family by her side. Born in Akron, Ohio, Jackie was a proud graduate of Cuyahoga Falls High School and carried her Tiger pride with her throughout her life.
Jackie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Louis Ule; her father, Jack...
Vernon "Sam" D. Ketcham
Feb 6, 2026
Army veteran, Barberton community member Vernon D. (Sam) Ketcham born May 14, 1932 passed away February 6, 2026 at 93 yrs old. Sam was active in his adopted hometown in any way he could be. A lifelong fisherman, Lake Erie was his second home and spent the bulk of his adult life on the water.
Preceeded in death by his beloved...
Stephan Richard Guysick Sr.
Feb 1, 2026
Stephan “Rich” Guysick Sr., born June 16, 1936 passed away February 1, 2026.
Preceded in death by parents, Stephan & Clara; brothers, Lenny & Stanley; and sisters, Barbara & Paulette.
He is survived by his children, Debbie, Mary (Gary), Charlotte, Rich (Diane), Chuck (Connie) & Mickie. Many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Great aunt Delores Steiert. Many, many friends. His best buddy Jazzy and many...
Vincent E. Ligas
Jan 31, 2026
Vincent Edward Ligas went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Norma Ligas, and his daughter Kelly Ann Ligas.
Vincent is survived by his wife, Kim Ligas; his sons and their wives, Vincent and Gina Ligas and Matthew and Andrea Ligas; five grandchildren, Jacqueline and...
William O. Goff Jr.
Jan 30, 2026
William O. Goff, age 99, passed into the arms of Jesus on January 30, 2026 in Daytona Beach where he had lived since 2016.
He was born in Hambleton, West Virginia on 9-12-1926. After graduation he worked at the White House prior to enlisting in the U.S. Army to serve his country during World War II. After discharge, he moved to...
Elizabeth "Betty" Anne Smith
Jan 27, 2026
Elizabeth (Betty) Ann Smith went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Thomas Smith; her mother, Pauline Cannon-Smith; her father, Ralph Smith, her brother, Barry Smith
Betty is survived by her three children, Pam Smith, Kim Smith, and Terry Smith;...
Lucille L. Daffner
Jan 27, 2026
Lucille L. Daffner, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, with her daughter holding her hand. Lucy was known for her warmth, generosity and spirituality. She touched the lives of everyone she met. Her gentle spirit and kindness brought comfort and joy to all her family and friends.
Lucy was born April 2,...
Joanna L. Perry (Wolfe)
Jan 24, 2026
Joanna L. Perry (or Wolfe to most) maiden name Apati, 55, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday January 24th 2026.
Joanna was born and raised in Akron but spent her later years in Barberton with her husband Dave Wolfe, having both of their families nearby. She graduated from Kenmore High School class of 1989, and later went back to school graduating from...
Samuel D. Wokojance
Jan 23, 2026
Samuel D. Wokojance, born August 9, 1965, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2026 after a brief illness.
Sam was preceded in death by his parents Gary Sr. and Judith Wokojance; his brothers Gary Jr., Bradley Sr. and John Wokojance; his sister Nicki (Gus) Lampley; brother-in-law Dennis Crater; and nephew Joshua Wokojance. He is survived by his sisters Cheryl Crater, Cathy...
Douglas E. Headrick
Jan 21, 2026
Douglas E. Headrick, 70, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on January 21, 2026 with family beside him.
Douglas grew up in Barberton and knew everyone around. Everyone who met Douglas loved him. He had a sense of humor and could make anyone laugh. Douglas lived in Akron for the last 25 years and built a new group of friendships....
Mary Ellen Szollosi
Jan 19, 2026
Mary Ellen Szollosi, age 61, passed away on Monday, January 19, in Conway, South Carolina. She was a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend whose warmth, strength, and kindness touched all who knew her.
Mary was a lifelong resident of the Norton/New Franklin area. More recently, she moved to South Carolina, fulfilling a lifelong dream of living by the ocean—a...
