All Obituaries

Carl Joseph Wright, Sr., 79, transitioned peacefully from this life to his reward in the arms of Jesus August 7, 2022. He battled severe disease for the last few years, but his faith and confidence never once waivered. He is perfectly healed and restored, reunited with his son, Carl Jr., parents Richard and Rosella, brothers Marvin and James Robert, sisters Lillian, Edna, and Joyce, great-grandson Van, and other loved ones who preceded him in death. Born February 9, 1943, in Philadelphia,...

Ronald “Ronnie” Ferrell, age 82, went Home to be with the Lord on July 22, 2022. Born in Akron, Ohio, Ronnie was a lifelong resident of the area. He was a Supervisor at Ken Tool and other factories, and a longtime member of the Apostolic Church of Barberton. He enjoyed many vacation fishing trips with family in Canada and enjoyed woodworking. Ronnie was known for his big sense of humor and even had folks laughing in his final days. Preceded in death by his son, Ronald Scott and...

"Together Again"                        Our beloved mother, Esther Rohr Henry, left this world on August 5, 2022 to join our father and brother in Heaven.               Esther was born on July 6, 1926 to David and Alva Rohr in Doylestown, Ohio the third oldest of eight children.   Esther grew up on the family farm where she...

Larry D. Price, age 83, passed away July 30, 2022. He was born on February 11, 1939 in Ellet, Ohio to the late Wilbert and Ruth Price and enjoyed riding his Harley. Preceded in death by his wife, Donna; daughter, Sherry; brother, Donald; and his parents. He is survived by his son, Wayne (Cindy); longtime friend and companion, Shirley; 5 grandchildren; special cousins, Ted & Theresa; friends, Darren, Crystal, Erica, Daniel, Debbie & Bonnie; extended friends and family. Funeral...

Jerry Newberry “Nut” age 64, passed away July 27, 2022. Jerry enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Elizabeth and two sisters. He is survived by his children, Starr, Princess, Joshua, and Todd; grandchildren, Ryan, Ethan, Hunter, and Anthoni; mother of his children, Patricia; one brother; two sisters; and numerous family and friends. Visitation will be held, THURSDAY, August 4,...

Becky Bishop, age 65, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2022. She was a dedicated LPN with over 45 years of service at Barberton Hospital. Becky loved her job, and everyone loved her. Preceded in death by her aunt, Kay Miller; father, John Moore; mother, Elaine Sarver; and brother, Allen. She is survived by her beloved husband of 39 years, Gary; children, Bettie Christie and Matt; grandchildren, Alex, Taylor, Brooke, Makenzie, and Wyatt; great-granddaughter, Olivia; siblings, Tim, Linda,...

James A, Price Jr. was born in Cleveland on August 10, 1954. He joined the Army in 1975 and served in Oklahoma until 1978 when he was honorably discharged. James attended college in Oklahoma earning an associate degree and once he moved back to Ohio, he worked at the Summit County Fiscal Office retiring with 30 years service. James was very interested in local government.This interest led him to win an at-large council seat in the City of Norton. He was a councilman for eight years...

Janice “Lucille” Cart passed away July 16, 2022. She was born on April 14, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to the late Dolan and Gertrude Cottrill. Janice was a lifelong resident of Barberton and attended Barberton Bible Holiness. Preceded in death by her parents; husband of 38 years, Emmet “Bud”; son, D. Scott Cart Surviving are her daughter, Linda (Darrell) Yoder, of Norton; daughter in law, Xiao Cart, of Norton; grandchildren, Darrell (Allyson) Yoder III, Tony (Stephanie)...

Ann M. Stansky, age 66, passed away suddenly and peacefully on July 7, 2022. She was born June 2, 1956 in Barberton, OH. Preceded in death by parents, Edmund and Bernice Stansky, and sisters-in-law, Bobbi Stansky and Carol Stansky. Survived by close friend, George Swano; brothers, Mark Stansky and Greg Stansky; many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, extended family, and friends. Funeral service will be Thursday, July 14, 2022 at 3:00 pm at Cox-McNulty Funeral Home, 222...

Stephen L. Bracken passed away July 13 after a hard fought battle with COPD and ALS. He was born on September 19, 1954 to William and Marilyn (Wilford) Bracken in Orrville. Stephen graduated from Orrville High School in 1973. He was active in sports and was the quarterback of the football team. He retired from Gerstenslager in Wooster and loved watching his grandchildren in their sporting activities. He is survived by his mother; son, Adam Bracken of Ashland; daughter, Bethany (John)...