Pamala “Pam” S. Smith, 76
Pamala “Pam” S. Smith, 76, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024. She was a lifelong resident of Norton and a graduate of Norton High School, Class of 1966. Pam retired from ISOLAB after many years of service. As a retiree she volunteered at Wadsworth Hospital in the surgical unit. Pam was a member of the…
Read MoreBonnie Jean Provchy, 87
Bonnie Jean Provchy, age 87, passed away March 16, 2024. Bonnie was a loving mother of four children. She was tenacious, strong, and enduring. She had a sense of humor and enjoyed hobbies such as crocheting, bingo with friends, and playing cards. Her children will tell you she was a good cook, and always made…
Read MoreKDA neighbors raise concerns
By BOB MOREHEAD BGNN senior staff writer NORTON Rezoning an industrial parcel on S Cleveland Massillon Road has the public’s attention as dozens turned out for the public hearing March 18. A few spoke in favor of the bid. Several who spoke against conceded the benefit to the city but were worried. The request from…
Read MoreBARBERTON SCHOOLS STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Esther Lin (Week of Oct. 23, 2023)
ESTHER LIN Barberton Middle School, sixth grade “Esther is an amazing young lady that is an outstanding student. She works very hard and is self motivated and will not give up until she has accomplished her goals. Esther’s hard work and dedication allowed her to complete the entire 6th grade ALEKS math program in just…
Read MorePlastics giant eyes Norton facility
By BOB MOREHEAD BGNN senior staff writer NORTON A few weeks after seeing its tax abatements extended, the KDA Associates manufacturing property off S Cleveland Massillon Road is again in the news. Multinational conglomerate Saint-Gobain, a plastics manufacturer founded in 1665 in Paris, is asking Norton to rezone the land from light industrial to heavy…
Read MoreRichard “Rich” L. Bartoe, 89
Together Always Richard “Rich” L. Bartoe, 89, went to be with the Lord his Savior on Sunday, March 10, 2024. He was born on April 17, 1934 in Logan, Ohio to the late Harley and Addie Bartoe (nee Matheny) and moved to Barberton as a young boy.…
Read MoreBARBERTON SCHOOLS STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Kairee Gibson
STUDENT OF THE WEEK (This student appeared in the Oct. 19, 2023 edition of The Barberton Gazette & Norton News. Pick up this week’s paper to see who is featured next!) Kairee Gibson Barberton High School, Grade 12 WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE SCHOOL ACTIVITY, CLUB, SPORT? I love musicals and being in them/drama. WHAT IS…
Read MoreCarol M. Holt, 84
Carol M. Holt (Matheny), 84, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Born in West Virginia, she was a resident of Barberton for over 65 years. Carol was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1958 and was employed by Knudson Jewelers for 20 years. Preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Audrey Matheny;…
Read MoreJames T. “Jim” Hirst, 77
Dalton — James T. “Jim” Hirst, age 77, of Dalton, formerly of Barberton, died Saturday, February 17, 2024, surrounded by family at his home in Dalton, and following a period of declining health. Jim was born on April 4, 1946, in Barberton, to the late James and Evelyn (Kirk) Hirst, graduated from Barberton High School…
Read MoreKevin D. Neal, 73
Kevin D. Neal, 73, passed away Wednesday, February 14, 2024. He was a life resident of Barberton. Kevin was a graduate of Barberton High School, Class of 1969, where he enjoyed playing football. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of United Fellowship Club. Survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Amy;…
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