All Obituaries

Bonnie Marie Green-Marks, 50, passed away Monday, May 16, 2022 in Barberton, Ohio, surrounded by loved ones. Bonnie was born on April 26, 1972 in Barberton, Ohio and grew up in Akron and Barberton, Ohio before purchasing her home in Doylestown, Ohio. Bonnie graduated from Barberton High School, Class of 1990 and started working at the age of 14 at Angie’s Pizza in Barberton and worked there until she suddenly passed. After high school Bonnie continued working for...

Gary Wayne Gilberton, 63, passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022 after a difficult battle with cancer. Preceded in death by his mother, Linda McCaskey (nee Echard) and his brother, Martin Gilbertson. Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Kyla Gilbertson; father, Charlie Gilbertson (Dee Dee); stepfather, Rexford McCaskey; sisters, Kelly (Travis) Fate and Morgan (Eric) Robertson; nieces, Victoria Gilbertson and Margaret and Sadie Robertson; nephews, Garrett Humphreys and...

John Riley Copen, 60, went home to his Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 15, 2022 after a short battle with lung cancer. He is reunited with his wife, Melissa and parents, Tom and Sue Copen. John grew up in Norton and was a graduate of Norton High School, Class of 1980. He lived in Springfield, but loved his life in the Portage Lakes area.  He worked many years at JM Machine as Quality Control Lead, following in our father’s footsteps. Johnny was a...

Leonard D. Powell, 76, of Barberton OH, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 14th, 2022. Leonard was born on February 20th 1946 to the late, Leonard A. Powell and Margaret Powell (Potter) in Barberton OH. After Leonard graduated from Barberton High school, he enlisted in the Marines. He then went on to study Computer Programming at Coleman College. He worked in the Computer science field until he retired in 2004. After retirement Leonard and his wife received their CDL license and...

Thomas “Tom” E. Black, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. He was born in Barberton on March 7, 1948 and was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1966. Tom was employed at Akron Rubber Grinding for 20 years before moving to California where he was employed by Atlos Rubber Grinding for 15 years. He was an inventor of aftermarket motor cycle transmissions and kick starts for Harley Davidsons at his company, Granny’s...

Sherry Littlefield, 65, of Barberton, Ohio passed away Sunday, May 8, 2022 after a brief illness. Born August 19, 1956 in Akron, Ohio to Patsy Starkey-Wade and David Wade. Sherry was raised in Norton, Ohio and was a graduate of Norton High School, Class of 1974. Fulfilling various roles throughout her work-life, she spent the majority of her years in healthcare.  Sherry found healthcare to be a rewarding career. Sherry is preceded in death by her parents, David Wade...

Tonda Lyn (Withrow) Skaburn, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 after a short illness. Born January 15, 1960, a 1978 Norton High School graduate and life-long New Franklin resident. Tonda was the proud owner of Block 7 Bar and Grill in Barberton and Payroll Coordinator at Pebble Creek Healthcare Center. Lover of music, board games, animals, cooking and laughter. Preceded in death by her parents, Avonelle and Kenneth Withrow. She is survived by...

He passed away April 10, 2022 at the mighty age of 91. He was born in Atwater, Ohio on June 6, 1930. He was predeceased by his parents Colin and Dee Campbell and two brothers, Glenn and Garth. He is survived by the love of his life, Dorothy “Joan” (Berlin). They shared over 68 years of marriage. It was a lifetime of love that many admired. He loved his Joan more than life itself. He leaves to cherish, and follow his kind-hearted example, their five kids: fondly...

William “Bill” A. Ratzer, 94, passed away Monday, April 25, 2022. A life resident of the Akron area and a graduate of Garfield High School, Class of 1945. He was U.S. Navy veteran serving during World War II and retired from General Tire and Rubber as an engineer with 25 years of service. Bill enjoyed collecting and restoring classic cars, golfing and traveling with his wife, Nancy. Preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Clara and sister, Mary Margaret...

Charles “Chuck” Marquette, 83, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Tuesday, April 19, 2022. He was a life resident of Barberton.  Chuck had a passion for cars, boating/fishing and good conversation with friends. He never met a stranger. Preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Louise (Godeaux) Marquette. Chuck is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rosalie (Love) Marquette; son, Sean (Anita) Marquette of Holly Ridge, N.C.; grandson, Gavin (Sarah)...