All Obituaries

Ruth (Hickman) Daily, 78, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 24th, 2020. She was born September 7th 1942. Psalms 91.Ruth grew up in N. Lawerence, Ohio. After marriage she resided in Manchester for 50+ years.Ruth worked as an STNA at Barberton Hospital for 30 years. She was known for her sweet caring spirit, and dedicated service that she gave her patients. Ruth loved her family and friends very much. Ruth loved dancing and entertaining with her husband. Ruth was preceded...

Mary Ann (Schwalbach) Shunko, 69, of Barberton, died peacefully at Ohio Living Rockynol on Friday, November 27, 2020. Her family had been slowly losing her to Alzheimer’s for the last 8 years. She was born on 10/26/1951 to parents, Mary and Fredrick Schwalbach. She was married to, but separated from, Dale V. Shunko of Barberton. Mary Ann was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1970. She attended the University of Akron, and graduated from Sawyer College of Business and...

John P. Anzaldi, 77, passed away Friday, November 27, 2020. He was a proud resident of Barberton where he served on the parks board. John was a U.S. Army veteran serving State Side during Vietnam. He was Vice-President of UAW Local #856 and served as the United Way Rep for Goodyear Aerospace/Aircraft Breaking. He was known as “Grandpa” to girls sports.  John enjoyed being with his family more than anything and loved supporting his grandchildren in whatever...

Frank Leo Fodor, 89, passed away Friday, November 20, 2020. He was born January 9, 1931 in Booth, West Virginia to the late Bertha and Steve Fodor. Frank served in the U.S. Navy and retired from General Tire as a Supervisor with 23 years of service. Preceded in death by companions, Norma C. Menasian and Virginia W. Sickles and daughter, Connie Miller. Frank is survived by son, Frank (Tammy) of Rittman, Ohio; daughter, Diana (Karl) Long of Cedar Rapids, IA; grandchildren, Tony...

Lillian Wagner (nee Patterson), 97, passed away Wednesday, November 25, 2020. Born in Barberton on October 27, 1923, she was a resident of Wadsworth for 60 years.  Lillian was a member of Wadsworth Women’s Club and a charter member of Rawiga County Club, and volunteered with Meals on Wheels and Wadsworth Hospital. Preceded in death by her husband, John; survived by her sons, David (Missi) and John (Linda Krueger); grandchildren, Allison (Mark) Downing, Dave (Allison) Wagner,...

Charlene L. Moon, 82, passed away Monday, November 23, 2020. She was a life resident of Barberton and a member of Johnson United Methodist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Donald and grandson, James. Charlene is survived by her son, Don (Betty); granddaughter, Katie; sister, Marilyn Hill; brother, Richard (Sharon) Mong; along with other relatives and friends. Due to current circumstances masks are required and social distancing will be observed. A private...

Brenda S. Pfendler, 56, passed away Monday, November 9, 2020. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and a friend to all who knew her. A graveside service will be held for Brenda on Saturday, November 21st at 11:30 a.m. at Greenlawn Memorial Park; section Y. Pastor Rod Grabski will be officiating.

Genevieve Wells Mosley, 96, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020. She was born September 16, 1924 in Calhoun County, West Virginia to the late Della and Ray Wells.  Genevieve was a Rosie the Riviter during World War II and retired from Saafield Publishing Company and Barberton Citizens Hospital. Preceded in death by her husband, J. M. Mosley and daughter, Marguarette Ann Capps; survived by daughters, Della Jean Juhas and Mary Patricia (Bob) Saunders; son, Jimmy (Chris)...

Alex C. Hart, 26, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 16, 2020. He was born in Barberton on October 24, 1994.  Alex was very family oriented and an all-around caring person.  He enjoyed gaming, computers and was an avid gardener. Preceded in death by his grandfather, Kenny Hart and his dog, “Stella”.  Survived by his parents, Brian and Laura Hart; longtime girlfriend, Sasha; brother, Trevor Hart; grandparents, Irene Hart, Karen Copen and Jim...

Michael “Barney” Hanlin, the Silver Gorilla, a loving husband, devoted father, Papa, brother, and friend passed peacefully on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at home. Mike was born on Aug 7, 1948 to William (Dale) and Janell Hanlin, who have both preceded him in death. Marrying the love of his life, Linda “Dolly” Hanlin and raising their three boys was his proudest accomplishment. The love he has for his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren is unmatched.Mike was...