Obituaries

Louis D. Schwab

Louis D. Schwab

Aug 13, 2025

Louis D. Schwab, 74, passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at Aultman Hospital. Born May 2, 1951, in Canton, Ohio, to Ernest and Ester (Monnot) Schwab, Louis lived a life full of dedication, hard work, and passion for the things he loved.

A 1969 graduate of East Canton High School, Louis devoted more than...

Shelley M. Wheeler

Shelley M. Wheeler

Aug 13, 2025

Shelley M. Wheeler, 64 of East Canton, passed away on August 13, 2025 in her home. Shelley was known for being very creative, her love for animals, and was a loving wife and mother. She is welcomed to heaven by her son, Christopher, Mother-in-law, Ethel Wheeler, brother-in law, Harold Wheeler and both of her parents. She was born to Emanuel...

Rocky R. Mutigli

Rocky R. Mutigli

Aug 12, 2025

In Loving Memory of Rocky R. Mutigli

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Rocky R. Mutigli, who was called home to be with the Lord on August 12, 2025. He passed peacefully at home from complications of his congestive heart failure. Rocky brightened the lives of all who knew him, born on March 19, 1982, to his loving parents,...

Arline R. Oberster

Arline R. Oberster

Aug 12, 2025

Arline R. Oberster, 84, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Aultman Hospital. She was born in Canton on March 13, 1941, to the late Ray and Estella (Fort) Smith.

Arline was an avid gardener who cherished time with her family, especially their weekly family dinners. She was a member of First Christian Church and a graduate...

Patricia A. Ellington

Patricia A. Ellington

Aug 11, 2025

Patricia A. Ellington, age 90, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025 in her home. A lifetime resident of the Canton and East Canton area, she was born on October 22, 1934 to Steve and Adeline (Rexrode) Maydock, and was lovingly raised by her aunt, Ruth Stitt. She was a 1952 graduate of Timken High School.

Patricia was a member of...

Deborah Ann Steiner

Deborah Ann Steiner

Aug 8, 2025

Deborah A. Steiner, age 71, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 8, 2025. A lifetime resident of East Canton, she was born on September 25, 1953, to Leonard and Marjorie (Poling) Sharp.

Deborah was a graduate of East Canton High School. She later moved to Dennison with her husband, John, and resided there for the last 27 years of...

Joan M. Nave

Joan M. Nave

Aug 6, 2025

Joan M. Nave, age 77, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025. A lifelong resident of Canton, she was born on April 13, 1948, to Friend and Esther (VonGunten) Yoho.

Joan retired from Fisher Foods, and was an involved member of Dueber Church in Canton.

Joan is preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Michael Yoho, Becky Bratka, and Linda Conley.

Those...

Jeffrey Haubert

Jeffrey Haubert

Aug 3, 2025

Jeffrey Haubert, age 70, of Canton, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Born in Canton, Ohio, on March 17, 1955, to the late Clifford and Ruby (Clapper) Haubert, Jeff was a lifelong resident of the Canton community.

He was a 1974 graduate of East Canton High School. He went on to work for the United States...

Theresa "Terri" L. Weaver

Theresa "Terri" L. Weaver

Aug 2, 2025

Theresa “Terri” L. Weaver, 67 of Canton, passed away in her home on Saturday, August 2, 2025 surround by her family. She was born in Canton, Ohio on January 15, 1958 to the late James and Marjorie (Webler) Cooper. She was a lifelong resident of Canton, graduating from Central Catholic High School in 1976.

Terri was an active member of St....

Krista Lee Kitchen

Krista Lee Kitchen

Aug 2, 2025

The family of Krista would like to let people who cared about her to know she has passed away. We will be having a Celebration of Her Life Service in the near future when we can get all the grandchildren from other states together at one time… from her Mom, Sisters & Brother.

For more information and updates, please continue to...

David Allen Wagner

David Allen Wagner

Aug 1, 2025

David Allen Wagner was born on April 30, 1962, to Elvin M. and Juanita L. (Ervin) Wagner, he passed away on August 1, 2025, in the Cleveland Clinic Hospital surrounded by his family.

He was a 1980 Sandy Valley High School graduate and spent most of his career in the steel industry known as “Big Dave” or “Wags”.

Dave proudly worked with...

Helen N. Pyles

Helen N. Pyles

Jul 30, 2025

Helen (Kemp) Pyles, 105, of Canton, Ohio, peacefully departed this world on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. She was born on August 24, 1919, in Belmont, Ohio, to the late Peter and Almeda (Perkins) Kemp. She will always be remembered for her character, conduct and knowing the secret of remaining content in all circumstances. It requires a special act of grace...

Lori Marie May

Lori Marie May

Jul 24, 2025

Lori Marie May, age 64, passed away at home after an extended illness on July 24, 2025. She was born on February 15, 1961, in Canton, to Donald and Arline (Smith) Oberster. Lori was a dedicated employee of Winkhart Law Group with over 20 years of service. Lori was a faithful wife, mother, GiGi, sister and friend who was always...

Donna J. "Jeanne" Brechbuhler

Donna J. "Jeanne" Brechbuhler

Jul 23, 2025

Donna J. “Jeanne” Brechbuhler, age 91, of Canton Township, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, surrounded by her family at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. Born in Canton, Ohio, on July 5, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Maynard “Pete” Steiner and Lula Anderson. Jeanne remained a proud lifelong resident of the Canton community, where she built...

Donald E. Kennedy

Donald E. Kennedy

Jul 21, 2025

Donald E. Kennedy, age 50, passed away peacefully at home on July 21, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on June 2, 1975 in Canton, Ohio.

Don was a dedicated technician for Stark Truss for 28½ years. He was a selfless, caring man who loved his family and did anything he could to make them happy. Don coached softball and...

John E. Kirby

John E. Kirby

Jul 20, 2025

John E. Kirby was born in Dover Township on December 8, 1951, to Henry and Pauline Kirby and unexpectedly passed away on July 20, 2025.

John graduated from Canton South High School in 1969.

In his earlier years he handwrote advertisements for grocery stores before owning his own business. John was the owner of Quality Graphics printing company in Canton, OH for...

Rovana F. "Ronnie" Miller

Rovana F. "Ronnie" Miller

Jul 18, 2025

Rovana F. “Ronnie” Miller was born on January 28, 1931, in Indianapolis, IN to Philip and Elizabeth (Schumann) Roell. She passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Rovana was a member of St. Mary/St. Benedict Church (St. Francis of Assisi Parish). She was a registered nurse and spent over 20 years collectively working with Dr. Joel...

Howard L. Irwin

Howard L. Irwin

Jul 13, 2025

Howard L. Irwin, age 82, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025. He was born on July 28, 1942 to Arthur and Florence (Neidig) Irwin.

A lifetime member of the East Canton area, Howard graduated from East Canton High School in 1960. Following graduation, he went on to join the Army, and served from 1960 to 1962. He was a proud...

Sally A. Critean

Sally A. Critean

Jul 9, 2025

Sally A. Critean, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

She was born on August 14, 1942 in Canton, OH to Liston and Nellie (McMillen) Goff.

Sally worked and retired from Minerva Area Federal Credit Union where she was a teller for many years.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul C. Critean of 57 years, two sisters...

Rodney W. Strobel

Rodney W. Strobel

Jul 8, 2025

Rodney W. Strobel (1953-2025) passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his family and friends in person and in heart.

Rod retired as a Master Auto Mechanic and continued as a "Rescue Ranger" for his family and friends regarding all things mechanical. He married his beloved wife, Kathy, in 1975, and through 50 years of life...