All Obituaries

Arnold W. Harrison Age 57, of Canton passed away peacefully Friday July 16, 2021. He was born July 16, 1964, in Canton to Arnold E. and Susanna (Croston) Harrison. He was a graduate of McKinley High School and worked in construction. He is preceded in death by his father, Arnold E. Harrison; one brother, Michael Harrison. Arnold is survived by his mother, Susanna Mayle; three sisters, Louella (Wesley) Fiedler, Marie (Charlie) Markoski and Marsha Griffin-Williams; several nieces and nephews....

"Together Again" James A. Wriston Sr. Age 77, of Minerva passed away unexpectedly Wednesday July 14, 2021, in Aultman Hospital. He was born September 25, 1943, in Charleston, WV to the late Troy and Olive (Webb) Wriston. He was a U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. James was a Minerva area resident since 1978 and a member of the former Mapleton United Methodist Church. He retired from the Timken Company in 2005 after 33 years of service and was a certified tree farmer. He is preceded in...

Rosemary Baley Age 94, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021, in the Canton Christian Home. She was born March 30, 1927, in Canton to the late Fred and Elva (Stokes) Brechbuhler. She formerly resided in multiple states where her husband served as a minister and her son as an accomplished pianist. She was a member of the First Christian Church, Canton.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Baley; one sister, Ruby Dilworth; two brothers, Wayne and Clyde...

Vivian L. Phillips Age 88, of Canton passed away Tuesday July 13, 2021, in The Inn at University Village. She was born November 5, 1932, in Canton to the late Leamon and Amy (Griffing) Kincaid. She was a member of NewPointe Community Church Canton. Vivian enjoyed her neighborhood knitting and card club group; she was an avid pie maker. She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald R. Phillips; two sons, Donald Jr. and Stephen Phillips; one brother, Stanley Kincaid; one sister, Janet...

Patsy A. Wottle Age 78, of East Canton passed away Tuesday July 13, 2021, in Oakhill Manor. She was born October 13, 1942, in Lathrop, OH to the late Sherman and Thelma (Lonas) North. She is preceded in death by one brother, Edward North. Patsy is survived by her husband, Jack Wottle to whom she was married 58 years. A graveside service will be Friday July 16, 2021, at 2:00pm in the Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church Cemetery, East Canton. Condolences or fond memories may be shared online at...

Joann E. (Christman) DiNarda Age 85, of Canton passed away Saturday July 10, 2021, surrounded by her family following an extended illness. She was born September 20, 1935, in Canton to the late Irvle and Dorothy (Morris) Christman. She was a 1953 graduate of McKinley High School and was formerly employed by Camden Dairy, Kresge’s Department Store, Automatic Steel and G.E. Joann was a loving, selfless person who was totally devoted to her entire family. She always put others before...

Bernard K. “Bernie” McFadden Age 86, of East Canton passed away Sunday July 4, 2021, in St. Joseph Care Center following an extended illness. He was born August 18, 1934, in Newcomerstown, OH to the late Fred and Ethel (Karr) McFadden. Bernie was a 1953 graduate of East Canton High School and a 1954 graduate of Barbers College. He was the owner/operator of the Buckeye Plaza Barber Shop and retired from The Timken Company in 1996 after 21 years of service. He was a faithful...

Donna J. Severs Born January 20, 1931. Donna heard her name called, the Gates of Heaven opened, and she walked through and met her Savior face to face. The one who saved her by his grace. There will be rejoicing in Heaven today as she sees the ones there waiting; her husband, Richard Severs; parents, William and Flora Barrett; sister, Florence (Curt) Lockhart; brother, Rev Paul Barrett. She retired from Hall China Pottery as a gold liner after 32 years. She was a member of Life Hope...

Gregory G. Roubanes Age 58 of North Lawrence, OH passed away unexpectedly Friday June 25, 2021, in Mercy Medical Center. He was born February 14, 1963, in Canton to Gus and Joan (Sellers) Roubanes. Greg was a 1981 graduate of McKinley High School and a graduate of Hamburger University. He was formerly employed by Cicchini Enterprises for 31 years. He was a member of the North Lawrence Fish and Game Club. Greg enjoyed the time he spent with his family and many close friends; he dearly loved...

Beverly J. Davis Age 89 of Canton passed away Tuesday June 22, 2021, following a brief battle with an aggressive form of ovarian cancer. She was born July 30, 1931, in Canton to the late Harry A. and Elsie L. (Lehner) Whitmer. Beverly was a 1949 graduate of McKinley High School and retired from the Canton City Schools in 1990 after 21 years of service. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother. Her baked goods were always offered at her table; there were no better pies or...