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2016
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Russell Barbitta Obituary
Russell F. Barbitta, age 92, born May 1, 1923, passed away peacefully February 22, 2016.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Rosa Barbitta, and is survived by his wife, Judith Barbitta; his sons, David and Richard Barbitta; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He loved life, and his family wants to invite you to bring your memories and celebrate his life at the Front Porch Cafe (798 Grant St., Akron, Ohio) April 1, 2016, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (ADAMS MASON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 330-535-9186)
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Timothy Bennett (son of richard)
November 28, 2025
Well grandpa, Grandma is coming home to you....wish you were here still!!! Tim
Timothy bennett
February 22, 2023
Hello Grandpa,
Hope your doing good up there.... hope your watching over all of us and keeping us safe. I miss you and love you.
Timothy
January 9, 2023
I wish we could have gotten to spend more time together before you passed.... rip my angel!!- Timothy
Tom Boyes
March 2, 2016
Russ meant so much to so many. We will miss his wit and humor.
Tom&J.
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Richard Hoselton
March 1, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Russ will certainly be missed. He was a great neighbor.
February 29, 2016
My condolences. May you find comfort knowing that God is near you and is a refuge during this difficult time.
Psalms 9:9
February 28, 2016
My condolences to the Barbitta family. May you find comfort from God's word recorded at Ecclesiastes 9:5,10 regarding the loss of your love one.
Adams Mason Funeral Home - Akron
February 28, 2016
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