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Barry Milich Obituary
Barry was born and raised in New York City. He was a 13 year resident of Norton, Ohio, where he lived with his wife and two children.
He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. Barry retired in August 2009 as the Senior Captain for the Summit County Sheriff's Office with 26 years of service.
Preceded in death by his parents, Sadye Gordon Milich and Jerome Milich. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Laura (Magno) Milich; two children, Lindsay and Nicholas Milich; brother, Robert Milich of New York; and numerous extended family members and friends. He also leaves behind his extended family at the Summit County Sheriff's Office.
Calling hours will be Wednesday, May 11, 2011 from 2 to 4 and 5 to 7 p.m. at Cox Funeral Home, 222 Norton Ave., Barberton. A short service will follow at 7 p.m. with SCSO Chaplain Glenn George officiating. Burial with military honors will take place at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the staff at Edwin Shaw Rehab Institute, Copley Health Center, and the Hospice Care Center on Ridgewood Rd. for the care and support that Barry and his family received. (COX, BARBERTON 330-745-3311)
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Yamini Adkins
May 17, 2011
Dear Laura, Lindsay, and Nicholas, Please accept my deepest sympathies. Barry was a good friend and I very much enjoyed working with him at the Sheriff's office. I always remember him talking about his family- he was very proud of you all! Take care.
Nancy Kovacs-Orr
May 15, 2011
Dear Laura and Family, So sorry to hear of Barry's passing. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Philip Bogdanoff
May 14, 2011
I am very sorry to hear about Barry's passing. He was a consumate professional. While an assistant prosecutor, I worked with Barry on several cases. He always welcomed my advice and was sure to get things done. Law enforcement has lost a good man.
The last time I saw Barry was at the Akron Jewish Center and he was working out with his daughter. He was very proud of her as we talked about our children.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stacey & Lori Campbell & Family
May 13, 2011
Laura, Lindsay and Nicholas: Our deepest sympathy and know Barry will always be with you in spirit. He was always bragging about all of you no matter if he was working or socializing.
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chico fernandez
May 13, 2011
Barry was one of my best friends and mentor, and during the years that i worked with him showed me the warmth and affection reserved only for close members of your family. He was a natural born teacher, and let you know
how much he enjoyed being your friend,
which is a rare gift and, one I shared with him. My deepest sympathy to Laura,
Lindsay and Nick.
May 13, 2011
Dear Laura, Lindsay and Nick,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tina and Kayla Rollins
Bob Bickett
May 12, 2011
Barry was a great friend. I remember all the good times we had at Blossom and Buckeye State and National Sheriff events when we were together. Most important his family came first. May God bless you all always.
David & Christine Fatheree
May 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with...Barry will be missed and thought about often. May God bless your family. We love you all!
Laura Dodd
May 11, 2011
Laura, Lindsay and Nicholas: Thoughts and Prayers are with you along with Gods' hugs.
Kristen Emrick
May 11, 2011
May God bless your family during this time! I had the pleasure of working for Captain Milich at the jail and I admired him and thought the world of him! He will truly be missed!
Robert Saraceno
May 11, 2011
My heart goes out to the Milich family. I've known Barry for many years with some great times to remember having shared with him. His conversations left little doubt as to his straight forward, thorough, no nonsense approach to work issues. I remember several times regardless as to what he was involved in at work, he would stop everything he was doing, to praise his wife Laura and childen, Lindsay and Nicholas of whom he was extremely proud. I will truely miss him and he'll always hold a spot in my thoughts of the good times. Robert Saraceno
Ralph & Barb Flynn
May 11, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying that you will know God's peace and that He will comfort you through the days ahead.
May 11, 2011
Dear Laura, Lindsay, and Nick,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May the Lord provide you with His comfort and indescribable peace as you face the days ahead.
Mark, Beth, Ben, Jonathan, Andrew, Seth, and Faith Brunty
Brandy Slinger
May 11, 2011
Laura...Lindsay..and Nicholas... I am so sorry for your loss! Please know that we are here for you anytime you need us. Our hearts are with you at this very sad time. We love you guys!
Raquel Pamer
May 10, 2011
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family. I can always remember the wonderful things he always said about his children!
Kim Kennedy
May 10, 2011
Laura, Lindsay and Nick,
Our prayers are with you and your family. May you find comfort and strength in these challenging days ahead. We have been blessed with the friendship of your family in our life, thank you and peace be with you.
Love, Kim, Steve, Chelsea and Alex Kennedy
Melissa Hartshorn
May 10, 2011
Rest in peace Barry Milich. Laura, Linsay and Nick my prayers go out to you. It's always sad but in someway it's also a relief to know there is no more suffering. May God Bless your family now and always.
Mark Beane
May 10, 2011
Dear Laura,
I pray for you and your children. The Lord Jesus will be your guide and the children's guide through all of this. I will not claim to know what you are going through right now. That would be a lie. I met you once a long time ago when I was working in the area of Central Control. My partner covered for me while I went out to meet you and Barry. Afterwords, Barry talked about his family and especially you. Nothing but good remarks about you! I can see why he chose you to be his wife. Barry was a great leader and I feel bad that I never had the chance to befriend him in all my years (17 years) working with him. He was a natural born Leader and one of the best at the SCSO. He was always fair and if you were right he would back you. I am a better person from knowing him. I am sad that he is gone.
Claude/Susan McCutcheon
May 10, 2011
Dear Laura, Lindsay, and Nick
Sue and I want to express our deepest sympathy and most sincere prayers to you and your family during this very difficult time. It has been our blessing to know and work with both of you. You have many friends with the Summit County Sheriff's Office and the Summit County Prosecutor's Office. We are here for you 24/7. We love you very much. We pray that God continue to bless and watch over you.
JAN TROUTMAN
May 10, 2011
DEAR FRIENDS LAURA,LINDSAY AND NICK,
BARRY WAS THE SHERIFF DEPARTMENT TO MIKE,DEANNA,AND ME. HE WAS ALWAYS PRESENT WHEN WE WENT TO ANY OF DAVE'S FUNCTIONS- HE WOULD TTY TO BE KIND TO US ANY WAY POSSIBLE WHEN WE WERE WITH HIM AND YOU. THANKYOU-
I SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF AND LOSS. IT'S LIKE ANOTHER MEMBER OF MY FAMILY IS GONE- YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. LOVE JAN TROUTMAN
May 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. He was a great man! He loved bragging about his beautiful family. David and Charlotte Waddell
May 10, 2011
We praise God for the life and service of our veteran. May he rest in peace in the arms of our Lord as a grateful nation mourns.
Michele N. Sandridge, Chaplain
American Legion Auxiliary
Department of Ohio
Louella Meadows-Reynolds
May 10, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patti Kungle
May 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jim and Bev Dial
May 9, 2011
Dear Laura, Lindsay and Nick:
May you know the presence of God in this time of grief. Barry was the greatest! When I first came to the Summit County Sheriff's Office and was absolutely overwhelmed with the job, the challenges that lay ahead of me, Barry reassured me over and over again of his willingness to help in any way he could. We became good friends throughout the years and it was a privilege to watch you kids grow up with respect, kindness and courtesy, all attributes of what ALL dads are supposed to pass on to their children. He, himself, met the challenges of life with professionalism and great courage. What a heritage to leave to his dear, precious wife and children. Jim and I pray for comfort and sustaining grace on the journey ahead.
Paul & Donna Dauber
May 9, 2011
Our prayers are with you and your family. May God hold you firmly in His Hands during this time of sorrow.
Susan Rose
May 9, 2011
My dearest Laura, Lindsay and Nick....
Words cannot begind to express how deeply sorry I am for the loss of Barry. He was such a wonderful, loving and kind man...and I truly enjoyed talking with him. He always made me laugh. And he was always so very sweet with my daughter.
I wanted to tell you how much I love you all...and will continue to pray for you during this difficult time.
I am here for your family...and always will be.
May 9, 2011
Laura & family, It was with great sadness that I learned of Barrys passing. I had worked many years with Barry begining back under my Uncle Tony Cardarelli when he was Sheriff. Barry was a great man and he had knowledge, energy and pride and he put them to good use teaching all of us the ropes. Barry will always be remembered for all the good he did for the Deputies and the community. Barry will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless Barry as well as you and your family.
John J. and Tina Boykin
Jackie McDonnell
May 9, 2011
Laura, Lindsay and Nick,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort and strength in this most difficult of times.
Love,
Mrs. McDonnell, Mr. Dobbins, Mrs. Gerber and the NMS staff
Rebecca Hilty
May 9, 2011
Linday and Nick,
Your father thought the world of you, and bragged about you both all of the time! I will miss his "never give up" spirit.
Gary L. Bolte
May 9, 2011
Barry, we spent many years together working for Vic Tanny Health Clubs. You were my best man at our wedding, and a great friend. May God be with your family.
May 9, 2011
Laura, Lindsay and Nicholas: We are praying for you that you will sense God's arms around you now and in the days to come. You know what a great husband and father you have been blessed with and thank you for sharing him with us over the years.
Much love,
Steve and Alison Finical
May 9, 2011
Laura, Lindsay , & Nick..... We love you . You are in our prayers. We are here for you and your JuJutsu family is as well.
David , Wendy , Kyle, Davey
Wertz
Mark Hilbish
May 9, 2011
Laura and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of loss. Barry was a friend and I will miss his smile.
May 9, 2011
Dear Laura,Lindsay and Nick,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Steven, Elizabeth, Brandon and Ashley Nist
May 9, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. John E. and Phyllis Lawson
May 9, 2011
Dear Laura, Lindsay, and Nick,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Lisa, Doug, and James Maher
Andrew Carrano
May 9, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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