Family brings Magic City to 95-year-old’s birthday
PHOTOS PROVIDED A younger Donald Bowers, who grew up in Barberton. PHOTOS BY CHRISTINA McCUNE | BGNN Donald Bowers is surrounded by family members and friends who celebrated his 95th birthday with a Barberton-themed birthday party recognizing the North Canton resident’s roots. He even received a special presentation from Barberton Mayor William Judge. By CHRISTINA…
Read MoreBilly Joe Kennedy, 89
Despite his alertness and positive attitude, father time caught up with Billy Joe Kennedy on February 8, 2025. He was born on August 13, 1935. He was an avid golfer and in several leagues. He took yearly group trips to golf in Santee, S. Carolina area with his golf buddies. He was also a bowling…
Read MoreCharlotte Eberwein, 93
Together Again Charlotte Eberwein, age 93, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born on September 17, 1931, in Akron, Ohio, she lived a life centered on love, faith, and family. On October 13, 1950, she married the love…
Read MoreStanley Joseph Flower, 83
Stanley Joseph Flower Loving, devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, went to his heavenly home on July 13, 2025. He was born August 10, 1941 in Copley, Ohio. His absence in our daily lives will be filled with our many wonderful memories we each have of him. He spent most of his life farming,…
Read MoreONCE A PANTHER – ALWAYS A PANTHER Class of 1944 member recognized at alumni banquet
PHOTO BY CHRISTINA McCUNE | BGNN Dorothy Magno poses with two of her grandchildren and fellow Norton alums, Nicholas Milich and Dr. Lindsay Milich. Magno was the oldest NHS graduate at the Norton Alumni Association banquet. Alumni from many different classes fill Norton High School Commons for the 104th annual Banquet and Meeting. Norton grad…
Read MoreThomas “Tom” R. Kozarevic, 86
Thomas “Tom” R. Kozarevic, age 86, a lifelong resident of Barberton and Wadsworth, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 21, 2025. Born March 9, 1939, in Barberton, he was number nine out of ten children born to Mike and Katherine Kozarevich. Tom was a dearly loved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather,…
Read MoreJeep Davis 5K for fun, tribute and a good cause
PHOTOS PROVIDED Melanie Nichols Vinay runs next to Gavin Krska at Saturday’s Jeep Davis 5K in Barberton. She poses at the Jeep Davis statue outside of the Barberton Public Library. PHOTO BY RANDY FORST Ann Hutchison, director of the Barberton Public Library, participated in the annual Jeep Davis 5K July 19. By RANDY FORST BGNN…
Read MoreWilliam (Bill) Joseph Winebrenner, 89
William (Bill) Joseph Winebrenner, 89 of Cuyahoga Falls, formerly of Medina, Ohio passed away peacefully Tuesday July 15, 2025 with his family by his side. He was born August 30, 1935 in Barberton, Ohio to the late Carl and Lucy Winebrenner. Bill graduated from Barberton High School and proudly served his country as a…
Read MoreE. Michael (Mickey) Lukats, 75
E. Michael (Mickey) Lukats, 75, of Wadsworth, OH, passed away suddenly on July 12, 2025. Born on February 18, 1950, to Dr. Elmer and Erma Lukats. He was a longtime resident of Barberton, OH, and spent many cherished years at his vacation home in Hessel, MI. Mickey was the devoted husband of Becky Lukats for…
Read MoreElsie Ann Gibson, 97
Elsie Ann Gibson, 97, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025. She was a precious, beloved mother, grand-mother, great-grand-mother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She was born in Kenmore, and lived in the Richfield and Barberton area, most of her life. Elsie was a member of River of Life Ministries, for many years.…
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