All Obituaries

Joann Kohler, 73 passed away Monday, January 27, 2020. Preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Nora Bell White; husband, Harold “Butch” Kohler, along with 10 brothers and sisters. Joann is survived by her children, Judy James, Vicki (Dennis) Rogers, Chuck (Vickie) James, Susan (Stacey) Blevins and David Kohler; 10 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.Joann’s funeral service will be held Saturday, February 1st at 10 a.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier...

Lois J. Brophy, 84, of Barberton, Ohio passed away Monday, January 27, 2020. She was born August 18, 1935 to the late Paul and Ruth Eddy.  Lois was preceded in death by her late husband of 43 years, Frank “Sketch” Brophy. She is survived by her daughters, Susan and Karen; brothers, James of Kansas and Nelson of Washington and her source of joy, her dog, “Missy”. She retired from Babcock and Wilcox after 25 years of service. Lois loved the Lord...

  Carlisle G. Keith, 77, graduated to Heaven to be with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, January 25, 2020. A life resident of Norton, he retired as a teacher from Massillon Christian Schools after 28 years of service. Carlisle was a member of Young’s Corners Fellowship Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Vernice; survived by cousins,Terry (Sharon), Tom (Diana) and Greg (Susan) Bracken, Linda (Bill) See, Cindy (Chuck) Ingram and...

Ira Jean Moore, 87, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2020. She was a resident of Copley for 60 years. Preceded in death by her parents, Ira and Jean Johnson. Ira Jean is survived by her husband of 71 years, William B. Moore; daughters, Sharon (Alan) Morton of Costa Rica and Kathie (Roger) Joseph of Copley; sons, Michael (Bev) Moore of Mogadore and Chris (Kathy) Moore of Cadiz, Ohio; grandchildren,  Billy (Amanda) and Gregory Swinehart, Brittany Moore, Kyle and Travis...

You may know her from “BETTY’S DREAM FALLS” on the Portage Lakes, where she had resided for the past 55 years. Betty, 94, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family, her own guardian angel, Kathy Meyer, and the best care taker/BFF in the world, Connie. She was born on November 18, 1925, in Springfield Township to the late George and Pansy (Lewis) Linebaugh. Betty entered the work force as a car hop at the...

Mabel E. Blasdell, 76, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 19, 2020. A life resident of the Barberton area, she retired from Akron General Medical Center after many years of service. Preceded in death by parents, Harold and Margaurite Sharier; brothers, Harold “Sonny”, John and Frank Sharier; sisters, Margaret, Mary “Patty” Riddick, Shirley Williams and Vivian Bassett; daughter, Tracy Lynn Preston; first husband, Howard Charles Greathouse;...

Billy Ray Buchanan, 27, of Green, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 20, 2020. He was born in Barberton, Ohio on March 24, 1992 and was a Barberton High School graduate, Class 2011. He went to college in Florida to become a Medical Assistant. He enjoyed the time he spent with his niece and nephews as well as time with family and friends.Billy Ray battled with a heroin addiction for many years. In the end, his addiction ended his life much too soon. He successfully completed...

Robert B. “Dale” Wheeler Jr., 63, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020. A life resident of Barberton. Dale was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1974 and served in the Army National Guard for 11 years in Norton. Preceded in death by his father, Robert Sr. and brother, John Wheeler.  Dale is survived by his mother, Dorothy; children, Janele Kumse and Timothy Kumse; siblings, Norman, Dottie Watson, Barbara Mason, Otis Charles, Sandra Williams-Carter,...

Forest “Paul” Cunningham, 96, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, January 14, 2020. He was born in Calhoun County, West Virginia, but lived most of his life in Norton, Ohio. Paul was a veteran of World War II serving in the Medical Unit and received a Purple Heart.  He and sons owned and operated The Cunningham and Sons Construction Company.  He was a member of the Norton Baptist Church over 50 years and a member of D.A.V., Wayfarer Lodge #789 F&AM...

Patricia “Pat” L. Robinette, 93, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020.A resident of Norton for 60 years, she was a member of House of the Lord Church.  Pat worked with prison and nursing home ministries and various charities.  She volunteered as a poll worker during elections. Preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Gladys Smith; husband of 50 years, Harry; son, Todd and brother, James Smith.  Survived by her sons, Tim (Sue), Terry (Tara); grandchildren, Andrew...