All Obituaries

Melissa A. Scherer Age 54, of North Canton, Ohio went home to be with her Lord unexpectedly in her home Thursday, September 29, 2022. Born September 25, 1968 in Canton, Ohio to Donald Sr. and Pamela (Young) Behm. She was a life resident of Canton and a 1986 graduate of Canton Timken High School. She was formerly employed by Rice Optical for several years. Melissa loved to bake and cook for people. She is survived by her husband of 27 years, David Scherer; one daughter, Taylor Scherer; one...

Ruby Kathryn Flory Age 98, of Canton died Monday, September 26, 2022 in Green Meadows Health and Wellness Center following a brief illness. Born July 24, 1924 in Bergholz, Ohio to the late Robert and Mary (Gorbey) Morrow. Ruby was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was a life member of the D.A.V Chapter #50 Alliance Women’s Auxiliary and she had served as a volunteer for the D.A.V. and the American Red Cross. Preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence...

Dean Lloyd McLean Age 90, passed into God’s hands peacefully in the presence of his beloved family on Thursday September 22, 2022. Dean lived an amazing life full of love for his family and friends followed by his love for sports. Dean is survived by his loving wife of over 65 years, Shirley (Marks) McLean and their seven children: Nancy McLean (Ron Doerr); Ron (Patty) McLean; Susan (Matt) Walencewicz; Mick (Cathy) McLean; Linda Telle (Brent Ungar); Mary Jane (Jim) Pajk; and Bill...

Douglas P. Stevens Age 62, of Canton, passed away Thursday September 22, 2022 in Aultman Hospital. He was born January 23, 1960 in Canton, OH to Harry and Mary Jean (Ankrom) Stevens. Doug was employed by American Aluminum Extrusion Company. He is preceded in death by his father, Harry Stevens. Doug is survived by his loving wife, Linda S. (Larkins) to whom he was married 33 years; one son, Douglas Stevens; five stepchildren, David (Teresa) Stewart, Kristy (Terry) Blake, Adam Stewart, Jackie...

Ramon G. Florey Age 90, of Massillon, passed away Tuesday September 20, 2022 in Rose Lane Nursing Home. He was born September 7, 1932 to the late J.P. and Mary (Walneski) Florey. Ramon was a 1950 graduate of Middlebranch High School and was a U.S. Navy Korean War veteran. He retired from Republic Steel in 1994 after 35 years of service and was a member of the VFW Post #3124. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Tamara Kneisley and three sisters. Ramon is survived by one daughter, Julie...

Brett L. Midcap Age 62, of Canton died Saturday, September 17, 2022 in Aultman Hospital following a brief illness. Born July 25, 1960 in Canton, Ohio to Earl and Hildred (McCray) Midcap. He was a life resident of Canton and was formerly employed by Jim’s Truck Repair. Brett was a member of The Club. Preceded in death by his father, Earl Midcap; a sister, Diane Frantz; two brothers, Michael and Earl Midcap; one aunt, Anna McCray. He is survived by his mother, Hildred McCray; a brother,...

BARB J. CUSH   Barbara Jean (Ferren) Cush, age 87, passed away September 15, 2022. She was born April 10, 1935 in New Philadelphia, Ohio,to the late Mary and Richard Ferren.  She was a life resident of the Canton South area, graduating from Canton South High School in 1953.  She is survived by her best friend and husband, Fred Cush.  The high school sweethearts were married 66 years.  She will be missed by the children she loved so much; Joe (LeeAnn) Cush, Chris...

Kenneth J. Parsons Age 82, of East Canton died Tuesday, September 13, 2022 in the Canton Christian Home following an extended illness. Born August 24, 1940 in Canton, Ohio to the late Jack and Pearl (Meiser) Parsons. He was a life resident of East Canton and retired from Diebold and Brinks. Kenneth was a member of Indian Run Christian Church where he formerly served as trustee, elder, Sunday school teacher, youth group leader and janitor. He was a former president of the Stark County Coon...

Rick L. Stoner Age 72, of Navarre, Ohio died Monday, September 12, 2022 in his home following an extended illness. Born April 14, 1950 in Canton, Ohio to the late Edward II and Eileen (Peters) Stoner. He was a Navarre resident for the past 47 years and had served in the U.S Air Force Reserves. Rick retired from Central Allied in 2009 with 27 years of service. He loved his family, NASCAR, woodworking, cookies, and his work at Central Allied. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Pam...

Kenneth L. Miller Age 81, of Canton died Monday, September 12, 2022 in his home following an extended illness. Born October 9, 1940 in Canton, Ohio to the late Harley and Ethel (Swonger) Miller. He was a Canton resident for the past 15 years and had attended East Canton High School. Kenneth was a U.S. Army veteran. He had been a self-employed food concession stand operator. Ken was well known for being very ornery and witty. He loved his animals and traveling. Preceded in death by a...