Roy E. Klick
Nov 12, 2025
Roy E. Klick, age 86, of Massillon, passed away peacefully at his home, Windy Way Farm, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on March 12, 1939, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Frank and Katherine H. (Brown) Klick, and remained a resident of the community throughout his life. Roy was a 1957 graduate of...
Edward E. Meyer
Nov 14, 2025
Edward Milton Meyer, the rock that held our family together, quietly slipped away to go home with his wife, Josephine, on the morning of November 14, 2025. He had waited 14 years to join the love of his life who he had lovingly cared for during her long illness with a loving heart and caring hands.
Edward was born in East...
Rebecca A. Baker
Nov 9, 2025
Rebecca A. Baker, age 77, of Canton, passed away peacefully at her home on November 9, 2025. Born on March 28, 1948, in Massillon, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Mary Jane Bender. Rebecca was a graduate of Perry High School.
Following high school, she worked as a secretary for Timken before devoting herself to raising her...
Erna L. Atkins
Nov 3, 2025
Erna L. Atkins nee Bicker, age 95, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. She was born on August 21, 1930, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Erna retired from Meals on Wheels in 1996 after 15 years of dedicated service. A faithful member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, she enjoyed spending time with the O-Hi-Lo Camping Club and AARP. She...
Eugene "Butch" R. Jones
Oct 29, 2025
Eugene R. “Butch” Jones, age 71, of Louisville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. Born on July 27, 1954, in Victorville, California, he was the son of the late Eugene W. and Margaret E. (Whitemeyer) Jones.
Butch grew up in the Louisville area and graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School, where he...
Gary E. Lane
Oct 28, 2025
Gary E. Lane, 81, of Canton Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio, on August 28, 1944, to the late John E. Lane and Mary Kathleen (Buker) Lane.
A 1963 graduate of Canton South High School, he continued his education at The Ohio State University, where he majored in...
E. Joann Longoria
Oct 27, 2025
E. Joann Longoria, age 76, of Holloway, Ohio, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville, Ohio. She was born on February 8, 1949, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, to the late Donald E. and Verna L. (Luyster) Hanes.
Joann managed Bellstores for many years in the Stark county area, after she dedicated her career to...
Ernest "Ernie" F. Schwab
Oct 20, 2025
Ernest (Ernie) F. Schwab, age 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Hanover Health Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 6, 1938, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Ernest and Priscilla (Sagh) Schwab.
A proud graduate of Canton McKinley High School, Ernie enlisted in the United States Army following graduation. He completed Basic...
Charles "Chuck" D. Shaffer
Oct 17, 2025
Charles “Chuck” D. Shaffer, age 93, of Canton, passed away peacefully in Gainesville, Florida, on Friday, October 17, 2025. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on May 23, 1932, to the late Lawrence and Katherine (Kraft) Shaffer.
Chuck devoted 39 years of dedicated service to the Pepsi Corporation, where he served as Warehouse Manager until his retirement. He also served his...
Dan C. Franklin
Oct 17, 2025
Dan C. Franklin, age 67, of Canton Township, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at his home, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 2, 1958, in Canton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Sherman Lee and Sylvia Marie (Locke) Franklin.
Dan worked as a truck driver for PJ Fabrications and was known for his strong...
Shirley J. McLean
Oct 15, 2025
Shirley J. McLean, age 91, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025. She was born on August 30, 1934, and lived a full and beautiful life centered around faith, family, and friendship.
Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Dean McLean, her parents Agnes and Arthur Marks, and cherished grandson, Jack Walencewicz. She is survived by...
Frank D. Jones
Oct 12, 2025
Frank D. Jones, age 90, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on October 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on April 18, 1935, to the late Harold and Sadie (Beckner) Jones.
Frank proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, where he developed the dedication and discipline that guided...
Nancy J. Graham
Oct 6, 2025
Nancy J. Graham, age 79, of Canton, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Hennis Care Centre in Bolivar, Ohio.
She was born on December 2, 1945, in Canton, to the late Kenneth and Evelyn (Robinson) Selby.
Nancy was a lifelong resident of the Canton area and was formerly employed with Smith’s IGA, London’s Candies, and Davies Drugs. She loved...
Dale H. Mottice
Oct 5, 2025
Dale Mottice, age 88, of Canton, Ohio passed peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born March 29th, 1937, to parents Howard and Etta Mottice. He graduated from Canton South High School and lived in the area his whole life. He worked at the Canton Repository for over 42 years as a newspaper pressman.
Upon retiring, Dale enjoyed his many hobbies,...
Delores I Durham
Oct 4, 2025
Delores I. Durham, age 91, entered heaven on October 4, 2025.
She was born in Canton, Ohio on April 26, 1934 to the late Carl Jay and Icey Belle (Prater) Gibson.
She was a proud graduate of Canton Lincoln High School Class of 1952. She retired as an automotive title clerk at Waikem Auto Group.
Delores was a loving and caring mother and...
Esther Marie Miller
Oct 1, 2025
Esther Marie Miller, 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the Inn at University Village. She was born on March 12, 1934, in Beallsville, Ohio, to the late Herman and Bessie (Shriver) Truex. Esther was a devoted lifelong member of the Northwest Church of Christ.
Esther is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leonard E. Miller Jr....
Kevin R. Bellinski
Sep 30, 2025
Kevin R. Bellinski passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Altercare of Hartville. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on April 17, 1952 to Robert and Florence (Harper) Bellinski. He was a graduate of Canton South High school and remained a lifelong resident of the community.
Kevin retired from the railroad serving in many capacities over his extended career.
Those left...
John E. Lamielle
Sep 28, 2025
John E. Lamielle age 61 of Canton Township, passed away unexpectedly from an undetected heart issue on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Aultman Hospital. He was the son of William B. Lamielle and Linda Tonielli.
John was a 1982 graduate of McKinley High School who devoted his career to Giant Eagle, mastering every role and eventually serving as grocery manager. Known...
Wilma C. George
Sep 26, 2025
Wilma C. George, 99, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 26, 2025, at Hennis Care Center in Bolivar, Ohio. She was born January 4, 1926, in New England, West Virginia, to the late Joseph and Myrtle (Schultz) Moore.
Wilma was a devoted member of Howenstine Christian Church. During World War II, she served her country with honor as one of the...
Ruth E. French
Sep 25, 2025
Ruth E. French, 92, passed away peacefully at her Canton Township home, surrounded by her loving family, on September 25, 2025. She was born September 28, 1932, in Cadiz, Ohio, to the late John and Helen (Neilson) Christy.
Ruth was a devoted member of Moreland Christian Church and an active participant in the Joy Circle Ladies group. She had a heart...
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