Fred Layton, 88

Fred Layton, 88 passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025 at Wadsworth Pointe
Nursing Home. Fred was a lifetime resident of Akron and Barberton. He
retired from Metro Transit.
Preceded in death by his parents; many brothers and sisters and beloved
grandson, Bret Bailey. Fred leaves behind his wife of 70 years, Julie; children
Anne Secoy (Harry), Anita Bailey (Dan), Fred Jr. and Mike Layton (Regina);
special sister-in-law, Janis Lambes and her children; grandchildren, Daniel
Visher (Adrienne) Jason Visher (Sarah), Nathan Layton (Kenzie), Sarah
Johnson (John), Krysti Fleming (Joseph), Allison Dupree (Tyler), Nick
Parkhurst (Maghan), Zack Parkhurst (Natasha) and Brandy Wiley (Marcus);
along with thirteen great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
Fred will be remembered for his sense of humor and his great love of family
and friends. Everyone who met him loved him!
Fred’s family would like to thank all the nurses from the Hospice of
Western Reserve, Medina, Ohio (especially nurse, Annie) and the wonderful
nurses at Wadsworth Pointe. You all are the best!
Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the
Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, 566 W. Park Ave., Barberton,
Ohio 44203.