OBITUARIES

Robert "Bob" E. Barbian 1935~2018

Robert "Bob" E. Barbian, passed away, Monday, April 23, 2018 at UH Cleveland Hospital. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on Monday, September 2, 1935, the son of Alfred J. & Mary F. (McNabb) Barbian. He had lived most of his life in Geneva. He graduated from Willoughby Union High School and served in the US Army.

Bob was a Professional Photographer working for Art Taylor Studio in Geneva and having his own Studio in Ashtabula. He was known for his Barbian Bridal Affairs and being the Photographer for the Cleveland Force. After 50 years Bob retired in November 2015. He was a Sports Editor for Geneva Free Press, Star Beacon, Painesville Telegraph and was the 1st Major Hoople for the Geneva Free Press. Bob was very active in Painesville with the Chamber of Commerce, Businessmen Association and J-Cee's. Hobbies included metal detecting, fishing, watching all sports and camping.

Survivors: Wife, Janet; Children: Todd (Lisa) Barbian of Ashtabula, Christopher (Charisse) Barbian of Harpersfield Twp. Grandchildren: Austin, Alec, Carissa & Christian. Siblings: Selma "Sally" Dwyer of Eastlake, Kaye (Bob) Gongas of Willoughby Hills; Several Nieces & Nephews

Preceded: Parents & Brother: Alfred "Butch"

Celebration of Life Service: food and fellowship will be held 2:00- 4:00 pm Friday, May 4, 2018 at the Immaculate Conception Church, 2846 Hubbard Rd., Madison, OH. Private Graveside Service will be held at Evergreen, Geneva, OH

In lieu of flowers memorial to: the family c/o Walker Funeral Home, 828 Sherman St., PO Box 349, Geneva, OH 44041