All Obituaries

Doris M. Deuber, 88, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018.Born August 27, 1930 in Washington, D.C. to the late John and Hilda McTeer, she was a resident of Norton for 45 years.   Doris was a member of the Norton Women’s Club, Daughters of the American Revolution, Crescent Club and a longtime volunteer at the Norton Library.She served Norton as wife of former Mayor Fred J. Deuber from 1981-1987 and enjoyed writing for the Norton Pride Paper. Preceded in death by her...

Eleanor Pyles, 95, wife of Harold M. Pyles, passed away to be with the Lord on Monday, November 5, 2018.She was born in Mt. Hope, West Virginia. Preceded in death by her husband, Harold M. Pyles and daughter, Barbara Ann Heatherly.Eleanor was a lifelong resident of Barberton, later in life she moved to Wadsworth, Ohio.  She is survived by sisters, Rosie Stover of Mt. Hope, WV, Josephine (Earl) Robinson of Akron, OH, Marie Bentley of Elyria, OH, Edith Bevins of Hilliard, OH; brothers,...

Edward Wayne Starcher      Edward, often called Wayne by those who loved him, went to be with Jesus on Saturday, November 17, 2018 after suffering with cardiac complications.                                                          His complete obituary will be in Tuesday, November 20th paper.

Christine A. Fetty, (nee Blouir), 46, passed away Saturday, November 10, 2018.She was a life resident of Barberton.Preceded in death by her father, Charles W. Blouir.  Christine is survived by her children, Matthew Fetty and Ashley Fetty; mother, Suzanne (James) Houser; sister, Rebecca (Bill) Parsons; nieces, Brianna Riffle and Elizabeth Riffle.Christine’s family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 14th from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W....

Matthew W. Howe, 39, passed away after a long battle with Juvenile Diabetes on Thursday, November 8, 2018.He was a life resident of the Barberton area.Survived by his parents, Vernon and Maureen Howe; sister, Alicia (Chad) Howe; nephew, Brennan Howe, who he always referred to as “Little Man” along with other family members and friends.Matthew’s family will receive friends on Monday November 12th from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park...

Nathan “Nate” Preston, 39 of Barberton, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 3, 2018.Nathan was born on July 31, 1979 in Barberton, Ohio to parents Mitch and Phyllis (Ford) Preston.He was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1999.  A man with a very caring and giving heart; Nathan always put everyone before himself and was ready to help anyone in need.  When Nathan wasn’t giving his heart to family and friends it belonged to the...

Sandra J. Curtis, 69, passed away from this life on Monday, November 5, 2018.She was a Doylestown resident for 40 years and worked at Main Way Markets for many years.Preceded in death by parents, Harry and Audrey Newlon.  She is survived by her husband of 52 years, George of Doylestown; daughters, Kris Curtis of Ridgeville, S.C. and Pam (Jim) Cunningham of Clinton, Oh; son, George Jr. of Doylestown; brother, Frank (Debbie) Newlon of Akron; five granddaughters and four...

Dan Leighly, 62, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 8, 2018 after a short battle with cancer.  His loving wife and family was by his side.He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Shirley and daughter, Leslie.Dan leaves to cherish his memories, his wife Beth of 19 years; sister, Cindy (Thom) Fahnestock and his parakeet, “Spike”.Honoring Dan’s wishes, there will be no services and cremation has already taken place. 

William L. Young, 80, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2018.A life resident of the Akron area.  He suffered from a rare genetic disorder called HHT since his childhood and was a member of AA with 33 years of continuous sobriety.Survived by his loving wife, Janet Young (nee Kline); daughter, Teri (Matt) Westfall; son, Scott Young; beloved dog, “Coco”; brothers, Jerry and Charlie Young; several grandchildren; sister-in-law, Sallie (Jesse) Rivera and brother-in-law, Rick (Tammy)...

Kathleen E. Brent, 95, passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018.A resident of Barberton for 70 years, Kathy retired from Barberton City Schools as a teacher with 20 years of service, where she taught elementary school and special needs reading. She was a member of the Barberton First Presbyterian Church and Daughters of the American Revolution.Preceded in death by her son, William T. Brent Jr. and husband, William T. Brent Sr.  She is survived by her children, Richard (Terrie) of Norton,...