All Obituaries

“Vera C. Milich, 91, of Barberton passed away peacefully at Greenfield Estates Alzheimer’s Special Care Center, on Thursday, April 2, 2020. Vera was born and raised in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire County, England.  She met and married Dale Milich during his service with the U.S. Army Air Corps. They were happily married for over sixty years. Dale often called her his angel here on earth.  Together they enjoyed countless adventures all around the world, sharing...

Dominic A. Gionti Sr. passed away Monday, March 30, 2020. Dom began his journey in Mechanicville, NY on May 20, 1927, the firstborn son of Anthony and Rose (Bagnoli) Gionti. At three years old, Dom and his younger brother Ralph were placed in St. Mary’s children’s home in Binghamton, NY. “In those years, five of them to be exact, my mother and father divorced.” In January 1935, with stepmother, Ruth (Carmichael-Biggie), the family started a new life in...

Constance “Connie” Holvey, 93, of Wooster, passed away peacefully at LifeCare Hospice on Friday, March 27, 2020.She was born on July 3, 1926 in Brunswick, Maine and resided between Brunswick, Rockwood and Lisbon Falls, Maine before moving to the town of Barberton, Ohio and later moved to Norton, Ohio. Connie worked hard in her life and gave her heart to others. She experienced life as a welder during WWII for a short time in Maine, was employed at Sun Rubber in Barberton and...

Judy K. Yost, 72, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 22, 2020. A life resident of Norton, she was a member of Barberton First Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey and parents, Carl and Mary Holloway. Judy is survived by her children, Jodi McKinney, Jenny (Mike) Musser and Josh Yost; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; along with other relatives and friends. A private graveside service will be held. Burial at Greenlawn...

Annette B. Brady, 73, passed away Monday, March 16, 2020. She was a resident of the Akron area for most of her life. Annette retired from Summa Care and was a member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Barbara Klein; survived by her sons, Michael and Patrick Brady; daughter, Tina Brady; grandchildren, Hannah, Alex and Isaac; brothers and sisters, Adam (LaRue) Klein, Madeline Brown, Katherine Lake, Paul (Peggie) Klein and John (Susan)...

Rebecca A. “Becky” Boley, 70, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She was a life resident of Barberton/Norton and retired from Akron General Medical Center with 17 years of service. Becky loved scrapbooking and photographs of her children and grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, Crawford and Donna Hope and sister, Mary Jane Paridon.  Becky is survived by her sons, Timothy (Dawn), Donald (Jennifer) and Matthew (Tracy); grandchildren, Amanda,...

Judy L. Norton, 47, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020.  Cremation has taken place. There will be no services.

Michael “Mikey” L. Hutchison, 26, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020.He was a life resident of Barberton. Mike loved motocross, riding four wheelers and really loved anything with an engine. He enjoyed playing sports especially baseball, had a wonderful sense of humor and was a great friend to many. Preceded in death by grandmothers, Judy Deem and Vicki Deem; grandfather, Wayne Hutchison; uncle, Tim Starling and aunt, Renie. Mikey is survived by his father,...

Amy Jo Jennings, 53, of Wooster passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2020, at LifeCare Hospice surrounded by family. Amy Jo was born in Barberton, Ohio, to Harley and Wilma Jennings on September 8, 1966. She is survived by her siblings Jeffrey (Sue) Jennings of Barberton, Rebecca Hanko of Ravenna, Laurel (Jimmy) Harris of Cullman, Alabama, Christy Jennings of Medina, Beth (Rock) Ickes of Wooster and 12 nieces and nephews. Amy Jo was preceded in death by her father (1972) and her...

Diana Ruth Cramer (nee Hershberger), 72 passed away Thursday, February 27, 2020. She was a life resident of Akron and retired from Visiting Nurse Services as a Home Health Aide after 35 years of service. Diana loved nature, the outdoors, puzzles, listening to the 50’s music and dancing. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles W. Cramer; brothers, Jerry and Jim Hershberger; sisters, Juanita Louder and Sandra Hollinan.  She is survived by her sons, Michael Teter and John...