All Obituaries

Barbara J. Farkas, 76, passed away peacefully at the Hospice Care Center on March 30, 2020. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Russell; sister, Judy; loving children, Pam and Gary; daughter-in-law, Dawn; step-sons, Brett and Russell E.; special nieces Kimberly, 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Barbara loved her family dearly and cherished every moment spent with them. She will always be the backbone of our family. Barbara donated annually to hospice as her charity of...

Bobby V. King Sr., age 81, went home to be with Jesus, March 28, 2020. He attended Ambassador Baptist Church and worked 40 years at BSI. Survived by his wife, Hilda; sons, Bobby King Jr. (Sue) and Bill King; brother-in-law, Joe Moine; granddaughters, Chrissy (Dave) and Cassie (Justin); 8 great- grandchildren; many family and friends. Private services will be conducted for the family with Pastor Michael Decker officiating. Burial will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Memorial Service...

Diana L. Cleckner (nee Kimble), 63, of Wadsworth, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 28, 2020. Diana was born in Wadsworth, OH, on March 31,1956, to Verne and Marjorie (nee Garner) Kimble. The oldest of 6 children and the only girl, she learned to hold her own with the boys. She had a fierce, bold personality and smile that lit up the room. Her love extended beyond her family to many life-long friends. Diana is survived by her husband, Jeff, of 39 years; daughters,...

Norma Jean Sbory “Nurse Norma”, age 81, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020. Norma was married to her loving husband, John M. Sbory. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary February 21, 2020. Norma was a nurse for 29 years at Barberton Citizens Hospital where she loved taking care of children. She loved cardinals, owls, vacations, and was a devout Catholic. Norma was preceded in death by her son, Michael J. Sbory. She is survived by her husband, John; children, Christine...

William Lee Phillips, II, age 47, passed away March 26, 2020. He was born on September 24,1972 in Wadsworth, Ohio. Preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Carol Phillips. He is survived by his wife, DawnMarie Ann Phillips; father, William Lee Phillips; children, Katherine Dawn Phillips, Jacob William Phillips, and Gracie Lynn Phillips; granddaughter, Josey Jane Bennett; sister, Melinda Lee Wilmoth; extended family and friends.  Private services for the family will take place.

Today, we celebrate the life of Margaret Lucille Hall. Margaret was the beloved Mother of Grant Stuart Hall who has a DEVOTED wife Debra Kay Hall. From that union Margaret was the grateful grandmother of Bryson Stuart Hall, Hanna Kay Hall, Shelby Jean Hall and Garrett Edward Hall. Her dear grandchildren were her light, love and life. She BLESSES them. Margaret was a graduate of Business College, Barberton School of Commerce and also a graduate of the University of Akron. Margaret was...

Fay Voelker, March 22, 1929 - March 22, 2020. Fay grew up in Akron and was a retired school teacher from Coventry Local Schools.   She enjoyed reading mysteries, ballroom dancing, watching many TV series, and loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.   She was preceded in death by husband Jim in 2011, and siblings Wallace, Orval, Norma, and Mary (also best friend).   Survivors include children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and in-laws: Jim, Joan,...

Richard “Dick” Connolly, 76, was born March 10, 1944 and died March 20, 2020 at his home. Preceded in death by his father, Homer; mother, Rose; son, Bill; brothers, Cliff and Jim; sisters Charlotte and Ila Mae; grandsons, Brian and Christopher and granddaughter, Marie. He is survived by his “old lady”, Sandra of 48 years; brothers, Bob and Gus; sister, Sandy; daughters, Robin (Adam) Connolly and Cherie (Bret) Connolly; sons, Marc (Jessie) Jarvis and Randy (Remica)...

Robert Moses Yappel, age 76-- Bob passed at noon on March 20th in the bedroom of his country home. He died being held, hugged and kissed by his wife of 47 years Gretchen Yappel, son Christopher Yappel, niece Kristine Kiley and friend John Eads.  It’s hard to describe Bob in words because he was so many things to so many people. He had been battling multiple myeloma for four years with the help of his wife. Bob would take treatment many times per week and would then typically drive...

Gary D. Cuckler, age 79, passed away on Sunday, March 15th. Gary was born in Glouster, Ohio to Sidney and Jenny Cuckler and lived most of his life in Barberton. He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force, stationed at several bases in the U.S. and Africa. He married the love of his life Patricia (Palinkas) and raised his family in Barberton. He was a machinist by trade and worked at McNeil Corp. and Reuther Mold and Machine. He loved his family and being together with them. He also enjoyed...