All Obituaries

Marilyn White, 83, passed away Monday, September 26, 2022. She was born in Barberton and was a resident of Warren for 32 years, moving back to Barberton 15 years ago. Marilyn retired from Warren General Hospital as a Medical Technologist. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church where she sang in the choir. She was also a member of the Altrusa Club, the Red Hat Club and volunteered at the Common Threads Closet. Marilyn loved attending art classes, volunteering to...

Ronald Michael “Ron” Young, 75, most recently of Akron, Ohio and longtime resident of Canton South went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 26, 2022. He was surrounded by his family and went peacefully into the arms of his Savior. Ron was a graduate and star athlete of Canton South High School. He was a proud Wildcat, class of 1965. Ron made South proud as an all-time high scorer. He played many sports and to this day spoke so fondly of Coach Ash. He was drafted to...

Dolores J. Furraitti, 79, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 23, 2022. She was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on January 14, 1943 and was a resident of Barberton for most of her life. Dolores graduated from Fairmont State University and was a teacher in Summit County, Ohio for many years. She was a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church where she sang in the choir and was also a member of the Wadsworth Doll Club. Dolores enjoyed spending time with her...

Ronald “Ron” J. Obradovich, 71, passed away Monday, September 12, 2022. He was a life resident of Barberton and a graduate of Barberton High School.  Ron retired from Babcock & Wilcox with 35 years of service and was employed by the family business, The Milk Jug. Ron was a U.S. Navy veteran serving during the Vietnam War, a lifetime member of Barberton VFW Post #1066 and was an avid “Magics Fan”. Preceded in death by his parents, Peter and...

Lois L. Mesek, 78, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022. She was born in Barberton and was a resident of Akron for the past 44 years. Preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Joseph Mesek Jr. Lois is survived by her son, Brian Joseph Mesek; daughter, Rebecca (Eric) Efobi; grandchildren, Abigail, Kaitlyn, Isaac, Joshua and Brianna; sister, Joanne (George) Liolios; along with other relatives and friends. A Celebration of Lois’ Life will be held tomorrow...

Walter “Walt” Ridgley McWilliams, loving father of six died on Monday, September 5, 2022 at the age of 64. He was born to the late Charles and Rita McWilliams. Walt was a successful business man and met Terry, his former spouse, to whom he was married for many years. He was a gifted musician, singer, and song writer known for playing many instruments. He wrote and recorded the song “Kennesaw” and loved performing the Peanuts theme song “Linus and...

Robert “Bob” E. Nelson, 69, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 8, 2022. He was a life resident of Barberton and retired owner of Nelson Heating and Cooling. Bob was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1971 and was proud of Barberton’s history, being a former member of the Barberton Historical Society. He enjoyed being outdoors, turkey hunting, fishing, his 1967 Camaro, Barberton chicken and his backyard barbeques with family and...

After a courageous battle with Breast Cancer, sadly, Nancy lost her battle on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at the age of 88. Born on October 15, 1933 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Julia Ujicic (Joseph) and Russel Shoemaker. Nancy is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Wolfe Sr. (2002) and daughter, Michale Wolf (2002). Nancy was a one of a kind, stronger that life woman, without realizing it. What Nancy loved most was spending time with her children, grandchildren and...

Natalie P. Moon, 84, passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2022. She was a resident of Barberton for 54 years. Preceded in death by her son, Greg. Natalie is survived by her husband of 65 years, Ronald; daughter, Loriann (Jim) Wellert; son, Brian Moon; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Natalie’s funeral service will be held Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 1 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton 44203 with Pastor...

Mary Ellen Cunningham (Greene), 91, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, August 26, 2022. She was born in Richwood, West Virginia on December 12, 1930. Mary retired from Norton City Schools where she was employed as a secretary in the Music Department and later in the Guidance Office at the high school. She was a member of Barberton First Baptist Church for 73 years, where she served as a Sunday school teacher, Junior Church teacher and Deaconess. Preceded in death by...