Suzanne Street, 59, died April 15, after battling multiple sclerosis for over 25 years. She was a graduate of Barberton High School Class of 1970, also graduating from the University of Akron and was a U.S. Navy veteran. Following Suzanne’s request, cremation has taken place. There will be no services. Inurnment will take place at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

Armilda (Milda) Marue Sisson                         

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine on her. May she rest in peace. Amen. Armilda, 78, was born in the panhandle of Borger, Texas, Jan.10, 1935, and died April 16, at Summa Barberton Hospital. She was a very caring and loving person and a long-time member of the Community Church of the Nazarene in Norton. She will unite with her loving husband Harold M Sisson; parents, Willie D and Ineta (Hart} White; and son, Roger D Patton. She leaves her daughter, Shari Juscak (Ron); Beverly Hummel in Florida.; Terrell Sisson (Melanie) in Colorado; brother, Ren D Hart (Pat) in Washington.; granddaughter, Melissa Patton; along with grandchildren, nieces and nephews and many friends. She will be greatly missed by all. A very special thanks to owner and all on staff at Greenview Living on Ridgewood in Copley for the loving care and kindness she received.  Isaiah 40:31. Cremation will take place and no calling hours will be held. "On Eagle’s Wings and He will raise you up. On eagle’s wings, bear you on 

Robert Stanley

Robert Earl Stanley died April 20. He was born in Burdine, Ky., Nov. 25, 1928. He served in the Army and later moved to the Akron area in the early 50s. He settled in Barberton where he spent the remainder of his life. He worked at B&W where he retired after 30 years.  He then spent the next 25 years traveling Ohio and surrounding states with his wife, Sollie also known as Jane, working craft shows as Kute and Kudley Krafts making and selling dolls. He was a devoted member of Akron Baptist Temple for 60-plus years. Robert is survived by his wife of 63 years, Sollie Jane; daughters, Shirley (Ron) Harouff, Darlene (Larry) Freeman, Ramona (Dave) Westfere; and sons, Robert Stanley, Jr. and Richard (Mary Kay) Stanley.  He loved each and every one of his 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.  Robert was preceded in death by his daughter-in law Sheila Stanley. He was an exceptionally devoted husband and father. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society. This can be done at https://www.cancer.org/ and then click the donate button at the top right or by contacting your local American Cancer Society office. The family will greet friends at Bacher Funeral Home, 3250 Greenwich Road, Norton, April 23, 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be Wednesday, April 24, 12:30 p.m., with Pastor Mike Prebynski officiating. Visitation one hour prior to the service.  Interment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at 2 p.m. Funeral Home map, directions and the Stanley Family condolence book are available at http://www.bacherfuneralhome.com/.

Fred J. Collins, 88, of Sardis, Ohio, died April 16 at Liza's Place in Wheeling, W.Va. He was born in Dusk Camp, V. Va., Feb. 9, 1925, a son of the late Wayne and Susie Pritt Collins. He was a 31 year employee of Babcock and Wilcox in Barberton. He was also a cattleman and dairyman. Preceeded in death by wife, Edith Collins in 200; siblings, Gail, Jack, Farrell, BUrl, Mary and Lorena Collins, Helen Parsons and Nora Markle. Fred is survived by his former wife, Evelyn Collins Kukec of Norton; two sons, Stanley (Missy) Collins of Wadsworth, and Chris Collins of Seville; daughter, Nancy Collins of Ashland; brother, Darrell (Moneta) Collins of Woodsfield; sisters, Betty (Joe) Lloyd of Seville, and Carol (Norm) Perrin of Salem; 10 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  Friends will be received from 11 a.m. until time of funeral service at 1 p.m., April 18, at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., in Woodsfield, Ohio. Rev. Susan Lehosky officiating. Burial to follow at the Antioch Cemetery, Antioch. Memorial contributions may be made to the Valley Hospice Foundation, 10686 SR 150, Rayland, OH 43943. 

Sara B. Morris

Sara B. Morris, 93, died April 16. She was born in Carlisle, Pa., May 1, 1919. Sara was a resident of Kenmore for 70 years and worked as a LPN in Barberton for 20 years at Barberton Citizens Hospital and in the office of Dr. F.A. Cleary. Sara loved her flower gardens, she was an avid reader and enjoyed family gatherings, she was a very loving and giving person. Preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Chester L.; daughter, Marsha Hartley; and great-grandson, Jeremy Hartley; left to cherish her memory is her daughter, Julie (Don) Campbell; son, Philip (Ella) Morris; grandchildren, Kim, Krista, Kathy, Scott, Patrick, Jeffrey, Daniel, Sandra, Julie and Jean; great-grandchildren, Katherine, Andrew, Julianne, Jeffrey, Dylan, Lainey, Ricky and Philip; great-great-grandchildren, Carter, Dylan and Taylor; son-in-law, James Hartley; very best friend, Margaret Swenberg. There will be a private family service at Greenlawn Ivy Chapel.

Gerald “Jerry” Hardman

Gerald “Jerry” Hardman, 90, died April 14, at Country Club Retirement Center in Mt. Vernon, Ohio. He was born Aug. 27, 1922 in Walkersville, W. Va., the first son of the late Earl and Lena Hardman. Mr. Hardman lived most of his life in Akron, he was a World War II Navy veteran having served from October 1942 to December 1945 and retired from Firestone Rubber Company after 29 1/2 years of service. Preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Carmel in 2001; brothers, Virgil, Bill and Sylvester; sisters, Lola Marsh and Athleen Frazier; Jerry is survived by sisters, Opal Felton of Falling Waters, W.Va., and Eileen Thibaut of Mt. Vernon, Ohio; along with many nieces and nephews. Funeral service is April 19, 2 p.m., at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton, with Rev. Diane Cook officiating.  Internment at Greenlawn Memorial Park with military honors by Firestone VFW 3383. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until time of service.

Joseph B. Hunt

Joseph B. Hunt, 90, died April 16. He was born on October 4, 1922 in Akron. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn I. Hunt to whom he was married for 60 years; and his son, Joseph B. Hunt II, 9,  who passed away. He was a wonderful father to his daughter, Ruth and son-in-law, Rev. Jeral Davis. He will be greatly missed by grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeffrey) Self of Akron, Jerry (Elizabeth) Davis of Wadsworth and Joanna (Luke) LaVan of Virginia. He also leaves his great-grandchildren, Jessica, Jeffrey, Jerrod and Joey Self; Kelsy LaVan and Aiden Davis. Also a number of nieces and nephews. Joseph was a charter member of the Barberton Bible Holiness Church. He served his church faithfully as trustee, treasurer, choir leader, song leader and soloist for many years. He was a veteran of World War II, having served in the Coast Guard. He was a small machine repairman, certified electrician in the Coast Guard; worked for 15 years at BF Goodrich and ultimately retired from Sedlak as a mail-room supervisor. The family would like to thank the Apostolic Christian Home of Rittman, for their loving and dedicated care of Joseph for the last nearly five years of his life. The funeral service will be at the Barberton Bible Holiness Church, April 19, 11 a.m. The church is located at 375 37th St. SW, Barberton. Officiating at the service is Rev. Jeral Davis and Rev. Luke LaVan. Burial will take place 2 p.m. at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, April 22. Calling hours will be at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., Barberton, Thursday, April 18, 6-8 p.m.

Ray Allen Beatty II 

Ray Allen Beatty II, 25, died April 13. He was born July 1, 1987 in Orlando, Fla. He lived most of his life in Barberton. Preceded in death by grandparents, Charles and Agnes Hughes, Raymond Beatty, Sandra Doyle; and sister, April. Survived by sons, Charles, Micheal, Ayden, and Allen; mother, Joanna Hughes (Don Higgins), father, Ray Beatty Sr.; sisters, Rachelle (Paul) Smith, Jenifer Beatty; brothers, Joseph (Susan) Beatty, Josh (Jenny) Beatty; and special friend, Tina Henthorn; four nieces, one nephew, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends. In lieu of flowers, family asks for donations to First Merit Bank in memory of Ray Beatty Jr. Benefit, on May 18 please check for updates at BHoffman5318@yahoo.com. Ray was a loving son, brother and father. He is loved and missed dearly by all. Services will be 10 a.m., April 20, at Liberty Free Will Baptist Church, 3819 Johnson Road, Norton.

Dorothy M. Tomor

Dorothy M. Tomor, 87, died April 7, in Phoenix, Ariz. She was born April 30, 1925 in Barberton, to Ross and Alice Franks. She graduated from Barberton High School, married Karl D. Saurer in 1945, and in 1961 moved to Phoenix, Ariz. with her family. Moving back to Barberton after her divorce, she married her second husband, Frank, who preceded her in death. She is survived by her son, Karl D. Saurer, Jr. (Juanita) of Phoenix, Ariz.; and daughter, Carol Timpy of Wills Point, Texas (both of whom were born and raised in Barberton); five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Her never-ending sense of humor will be missed by all who knew her. Interment to be at Greenlawn Cemetery, Akron, Ohio. No services are planned.

Bonnie T. Watson

Bonnie T. Watson, 70, died April 13. Born in Akron, she was a resident of Clinton since 1974, and retired from Doylestown Health Care. Preceded in death by her parents, William and Marcella Dobbs; Bonnie is survived by her husband, Argus; daughters, Susan (David) Bross, Rhonda Benton and Laura (Matt) Ogg; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren;  brothers, Larry, Don and Bob Dobbs; sister, Gloria Falisevac; along with other family members and friends. The family will receive friends April 15, 6 - 8 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Avenue, Barberton 44203.

Edward R. Hanzel

Edward R. Hanzel, 87, died April 12. A life resident of Barberton, he was a World War II army veteran and retired from Akron Beacon Journal. Ed was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and a previous member of the Holy Hour Program for 40 years. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Mary Hanzel; wife of 62 years, Norma; brothers, George, Robert, Albert and Frank; sisters, Antionette Hanzel, Margaret Binford, Marie Hanzel and Frances Anderson;  survived by daughter, Joan (David) Stover of Barberton; sons, Jack (Cheryl) Hanzel of Akron and Jeff (Cindy) Hanzel of Doylestown; grandchildren, Mark (Jennifer) Stover, Sandy Papoi, Whitney Megyes (Mike) and Kelley (Steve) Serva; great-grandchildren, Anastasia, Brittany and Allison; numerous nieces, nephews and other family members and friends. Family will receive friends April 16, 4 - 7 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton, where prayers will be said Wednesday, April 17, 9:15 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian burial, 9:45 a.m., at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 204 Sixth St. NW, Barberton, celebrant Fr. David Majikas. Burial at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to St. Augustine Church Endowment Fund or the American Heart Association, 3505 Embassy Parkway, Suite 100, Akron, OH 44333.

Stephen Brian “Bo” Bentley

Stephen Brian “Bo” Bentley, 45, died April 11, to be with our Heavenly Father and to sing with and among the angels with his beautiful voice. Bo will be missed here by all and will be remembered for his beautiful singing and his wonderful playing of his guitar. He will also be missed by those whom he sang and played music with.  His bands, The Long Riders, Loose Salute and Magnetic South, Bo will also be remembered for the love he had for his son, Dean and for how proud he was of him. Also for his love for the Chicago Bears, Bo is so loved and will be truly missed by his family and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Samuel Bud Thompson; grandparents, Maxine and Samuel Thompson and Lenna and Alfred Branham; and nephew, Timothy Ward; survived by his son, Dean Bentley; mother, Linda (step-father, Paul) Bentley; sisters, Peggy Blancett; Suzanne Armsey, Wanda (Gary) Brandt; brother, Samuel Bentley; nephews and nieces, Michael and Amanda Blancett, Johnny and Christopher (Molly) Long, Gary (Amanda) Brandt Jr., Linda (James) Miller, Jessica (Kevin) Cassiday, Samantha and Zack.  Also close cousins, Tom (Harriet) and Brian Thompson, Lori (Gene) Terry, Fred Little Jr. and many other uncles, aunts, great-nephews and nieces; special friend, Crystal Garcia and many, many friends.  Funeral service is April 15, 2 p.m., at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton, with Rev. Fred Webb officiating. Interment at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Michael Joseph Davis

Michael Joseph Davis, 64, died April 11. A resident of Barberton for most of his life, he was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran serving during the Vietnam Era. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Gladolia Davis; step-mother, Kitty Davis; Michael is survived by his wife, Patricia; children, Christine (Kevin) Herston, Michael (Les Booth) Davis Jr., Brian (Stacy) Cogar, Joseph Davis (Christine Tabar); grandchildren, Stephen, Emily, Meghan, Taylor, Mark and Bryce; sister, Connie Higginbotham; brother, David Davis; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Funeral service is April 15, 10 a.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton. Interment at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery with military honors.

Jennie M. Kaminski

Jennie M. Kaminski, 91, died April 11. Jennie was born in Barberton where she was a life resident and a member of Prince of Peace Catholic Church. She was a former member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Barberton, where she belonged to St. Theresa Altar Society and the Rosary Society. She was also a member of Barberton TOPS Club Chapter 240. Preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Stanley M.; Survivors include her son, Stanley L. (Christine); daughter, Therese (Richard) Hooker; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and sisters, Josephine Rudman and Anna Beney. Mass of Christian Burial is 10 a.m., April 16, Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 1263 Shannon Ave., Norton, Fr. Robert Jackson celebrant. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery. Calling Hours April 15, 5-8 p.m., at the Silva-Hostetler Funeral Home, 1199 Wooster Road W, Barberton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Prince of Peace Church. 

John A Lehman 

John A Lehman, 28, died April 6. He was an avid fan of The Grateful Dead and rock 'n' roll. Preceded in death by grandfather, Francis Smith. Survived by his parents, father, John S (Sharron) and mother, Tammy; sister, Heather (Ronnie) Orick; grandparents, Mary and John Lehman; Donna Smith; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorial service will be 2 p.m., April 13, at St. John / St. Paul Lutheran Church, 282 W. Bowery St, Akron, with Pastor Rick Gordon and Pastor Lisa Arledge officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. In remembrance of John memorials may be made to your favorite charity.

Opal M. Snyder

Opal M. Snyder (nee Copen), 74, died April 1. Opal will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her. Preceded in death by her husband, James; father, William Copen, Sr.; mother, Dorothy Copen; sister, Ruth Bartram; and brother, Tommy Copen. Opal is survived by her sister, Flora Ann (Ted) Johnson; brothers, William Jr. (Jeanette) and Charles Copen; sister-in-law, Sue Copen; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family. Opal requested no calling hours. A special thank you to Hospice of Visiting Nurses Services. A special thank you also goes out to Rick Golden, for all he has done during this difficult time. To leave a special message for the family, visit www.newcomerakron.com. 

Patricia Ann Patterson

Patricia Ann Patterson, 65, died April 5, at Summa-Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital. Patricia was born in Jersey City, N.J., and had been a Norton resident for the last 41 years. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Barberton and was a member of the Women’s Auxillary of Allenside Athletic Club. Patty was a loving mother and grandmother, one of her greatest joy was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by brothers, Billy, Donald, Charlie and David Nagle. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Jr.; sons, Joseph R. III (Michele), Michael Patterson, both of Barberton; daughters, Traci (Dan) Cottrell, Kelly (David) Eby both of Orrville; grandchildren, Tia and Joseph IV Patterson, Amber, Kelsey and Colin Cottrell, Jessica and Alex Eby; great-grandchildren, Brenna and Blake Campbell; brother, Dennis (Joann) Nagle of Pennsylvania; sisters, Doris Hatfield and Alice (Gary) Wagner, both of Norton; Barbara Shannon of Jersey City, N.J. The family wishes to thank the Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital doctors and staff for their care. Mass of Christian Burial is April 9, 11 a.m., at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Barberton with Fr. David Majikas celebrant. Prayers 10:30 a.m., April 9, at the funeral home. Calling hours April 8, 5 - 7 p.m., at the Silva-Hostetler Funeral Home, 1199 Wooster Road W, Barberton. Interment will be at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman.

George Funk

George Funk, 65, died April 1, after a long battle with diabetes. He was born on June 3, 1947. George spent his whole life in the Doylestown area. He loved gardening with a passion, along with hunting and fishing. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A private service will be planned in accordance with George’s wishes.

Geneva Jeffrey Parsons

Geneva Jeffrey Parsons, 76, died April 4. She was born July 2, 1936 in Freed, W. Va. Geneva was a member of Clinton Free Will Baptist Church. Preceded in death by husbands; Ronald Jeffrey, Joe Parsons; grandson Michael Jeffrey; and granddaughter Zoey Robinson. She is survived by children, Ron (Karen) Jeffrey, Emma (John) Sheeler, Janet Keith, Danny Jeffrey, Donna (Steve) McHenry, Dave (Dawn) Jeffrey, Jim (Sharon) Ellis, Karen Walters, Ron (Rhonda) Parsons, Jody (Brenda) Parsons; numerous grand, great, and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Frank (Florence) Sandy; and cats, Sissy and Boo Boo. Funeral is April 6, 10 a.m., at Cox Funeral Home with pastors Bobby Webb and Bruce Sparks officiating. Interment at Greenlawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends April 5,  5 - 8 p.m., at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave, Barberton.