All Obituaries

“Hermie”, a child of God was called home on Tuesday, November 5, 2019.He was born May 29, 1931 on the Bender Farm to Herman and Susan Just.Herman lived and worked his whole life in this area.Following his heritage he led a simple life as a carpenter and farmer.He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Ann; siblings, Eileen Wahl and Ronald Just and daughter-in-law, Dori Ruth Just.Herman is survived by his children, Judy, Peggy, Sue and Tim; brother, Ed; 12 grandchildren;...

Brian K. Neal, 58, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019.He was a life resident of Barberton.  Brian enjoyed spending time with his family. Brian was known for always smiling, being full of life and loved to have fun.Preceded in death by his parents, Larry and Leora “Jane” Neal.He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Joy; daughters, Amanda (Jake) McFarland, Amber (Ian) Stender and Arin (Michael) Fischer; grandchildren, Mason, Max, Mackenzie, Evelyn, Aiden, Austin and Eden;...

Suzanne Larsen, 87, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019.She was a resident of Barberton for most of her life, retiring from Barberton City Schools after many years of service.  Sue was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church and was past president of Delta Kappa Gamma (Educational Sorority).Preceded in death by her husband, James Larsen; son, Jay Burns and sister, Gloria Hooper.  Sue is survived by her daughter, Lesley (Jim) Jackson; grandchildren, Leah (Bryan) Kline,...

James V. Boyer, 85, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019.He was born on August 8, 1934, in Norwalk, Ohio to the late Harold and Kathryn Boyer and was a graduate of Norwalk High School.Jim was a resident of Norton and Isles of Capri, Florida. He was a graduate of the Ohio State University and Ohio State Dental School.  Jim was a Captain and dentist in the United States Army. After serving in the Army he returned to Orthodontic School at the Ohio State University.  Moving...

Carl M. McGrath, 73, passed away Friday, November 1, 2019.He was a life resident of the Barberton/Norton area, a graduate of Norton High School, Class of 1964 and a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Vietnam War.  Carl retired from AT&T and was a member of the Barberton Moose #759, Barberton Liedertafel Club and VFW Post 1066.Preceded in death by his parents, Mark and Mildred McGrath and sister, Pamela Lawson.Survived by his children, Marie (Ron) Whisman, Michele McGrath (Valerie...

Ronald L. Wood, 90, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019.He was a life resident of Barberton/Kenmore and was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.  Ron retired from the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier and was a member of Copley VFW 7971.He was an avid fan of Ohio State, the Indians and any home team.Preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Mary and their infant son, Mark.Survived by his children, Ronald (Joyce) Wood, Donna (Glenn) Orr and Doris Cunningham;...

Linda L. Downs, 68, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2019.She was a resident of Green for 45 years.Preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Marie Seymour; brothers, Ed, Jim and Frank Seymour and father-in-law, Richard M. Downs.Linda is survived by her husband of 49 years, Richard; daughters, Tracy (Joe) Sparaco and Krissy Ernst; grandchildren, Joey (Vannah), David, Matthew, Logan and Emma; brother, Jack Seymour; mother-in-law, Joye Downs; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tom and Theresa...

Catherine (Hansel) Bryant went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 23, 2019.She was born September 26, 1937 at home in North Lawrence to Chester and Sarah Hansel.  She graduated from Canal Fulton High School in 1955.  Catherine met the love of her life, Paul Bryant and married in 1956.She enjoyed family, cooking, crafts, caning and was known for the tatted crosses and maple rolls she shared with so many.  Catherine also enjoyed vacationing in Jekyll Island, Georgia...

Helene Marie Van Oss, 81, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019.She was born in Akron, Ohio on September 13, 1938 and was a resident of Barberton for 35 years.Helene retired from the Barberton Herald and Canal Fulton Signal in 1976, as the Manchester Correspondent and was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.Preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruth Witzman; sister, Charlene Jones and husband, Eugene Van Oss.  Helene is survived by her sisters, Carol (Karl) Grimes and Sherry...

Jean “Jeanne” M. (Rutherford) Hugg, 72, passed away peacefully in her home, after a recent discovery of lung cancer, on Tuesday, October 8, 2019.She was born in Barberton, OH, and was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1964. Jean resided in Firestone Park, where she was a school crossing guard for 10 years.She was kind and caring, and was full of love for her granddaughters, family and friends. And will be greatly missed.Preceded in death are her mother, Christina...