Sheldon "Butch" Barlette, Jr.

Sheldon "Butch" Barlette, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully at home after a hard fought battle with cancer on March 7, 2025 surrounded by family. That morning brought a beautiful sunrise to usher him to Heaven.

Sheldon graduated from North High School in 1964, then The University of Akron in 1968 with a Business and Accounting Degree. He served his country as a Captain in the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers from 1968 to 1971. Sheldon worked for Acme Fresh Market for 35 years before starting his own business. He was a lifetime member of the National Association of Accountants/IMA. Sheldon also served on the board of Ronald McDonald House in Akron.

His generosity and loyalty knew no bounds. He lived his life to the fullest and especially loved spending time with his family and countless friends. Sheldon enjoyed golf, pickleball, handball and lunching with his many friends. He was a cherished man who was known for his kindness, loving, caring and humorous personality.

Sheldon was preceded in death by his parents, Thelma and Sheldon Barlette, Sr. He will be sadly missed by his wife of 58 years, Phyllis Lutz Barlette; children, Dara (Dave) McKnight, Sean (Lisa) Barlette; grandchildren, Hannah (Dylan) Hanna, Sean Michael Barlette Jr., Paiton McKnight; great granddaughter, Ava; sisters, Donna (Glenn) Rininger, Priscilla Barlette; many nieces and nephews.

The memorial visitation will take place Thursday, March 20, 2025 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) or to Ronald McDonald House.

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