Karin Ann DiNarda
Jun 9, 2025
Karin Ann DiNarda left us all too early, the morning of June 9, 2025. Born January 1, 1960, she lived life welcoming everyone she met with pure joy.
For 46 years Karin and her best friend Denny were inseparable, whether it was raising their 3 children or taking on projects around their house, they did it all together, sometimes with their...
Melinda C. Lake
Jun 8, 2025
Melinda C. Lake, age 67, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center, following and extended illness. She was born on May 23, 1958, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Avery Lloyd Haney and Anna Mae (Townsend) Williams.
Melinda was a graduate of Timken High School and chose to dedicate her life to being a...
Mary Jo Mosteller
Jun 8, 2025
Mary “Jo” Mosteller, age 93 was born on March 9, 1932 and passed away on June 8, 2025 in Canton, OH. She was born in Hayesville, NC to Samuel E. and Estella (Phillips) Nelson but after her mother passed, she was raised by Donie Nelson.
Jo was a Hayesville High School graduate and moved to the Canton, OH area shortly after...
Marsha E. Loveless
Jun 5, 2025
Marsha E. Loveless, age 74, journeyed beyond life on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at Aultman Hospital. She was born on August 22, 1950, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Harry C. and Mary E. (Hurst) Snider.
She enjoyed country music, scrap booking, quilting and gardening, most especially she loved her family and being selflessly devoted to them.
Marsha dedicated her life to...
Christopher T. Montella
Jun 3, 2025
Christopher T. Montella, age 69, of East Canton, Ohio, passed away after a lengthy illness at his home on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Born on April 2, 1956, in Canton, Ohio, he was the son of the late James and Frances (Thomas) Montella. A 1974 graduate of Malvern High School, Christopher went on to work in sanitation for The Timken Company,...
Marjorie Ann Richard
Jun 3, 2025
Marjorie Ann Richard, age 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the Truman House in New Philadelphia, Ohio. She was born on October 26, 1931, in Marietta, Ohio, to the late Clarence E. Murray Sr. and Helen M. (Wagner) Murray.
She graduated from Marietta High School.
Marjorie enjoyed baking, taking care of her garden, and spending time with her...
Diana L. Oneacre
May 27, 2025
Diana L. Oneacre, age 77, of Massillon, Ohio passed away on May 27, 2025.
She was born on October 27, 1947, in New Martinsville, WV to Fredrick C. and Garnett C. (Kimble) Myers.
Diana graduated from Tyler County High School in 1966. She was a member of the Northwest Church of Christ. Diana was also a HAM radio operator and a member...
Marsha "Kay" Leonard
May 26, 2025
Marsha “Kay” Leonard, 77, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the Canton Christian Home.
Kay was born on May 8, 1948, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Harry and V. Eloise (Ring) Barkley. A lifelong resident of the Canton area, she graduated from Perry High School in 1966. Marsha was a devoted member of the 9th Street Church...
Patrick A. DeSerio
May 23, 2025
Patrick A. DeSerio, age 57, was born in Canton on June 5, 1967, and passed away on May 23, 2025.
He was a proud graduate of Canton South High School in 1986.
Patrick spent over 30 years working at The Workshops, Inc (TWI) in the Stark County area.
He was a member of St. Anthony Church (St. Francis’s of Assisi Parish).
Patrick was a...

Donna J. Middaugh
May 13, 2025
Donna J. Middaugh, age 84, passed away on May 13, 2025.
She was born January 20, 1941 in Canton, OH to Paul and Theresa (Schaffer) Middaugh.
Donna taught in the Canton City Schools for over 30 years. She also served as an Osnaburg Township Trustee.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Dolores; brothers, Paul Jr., and Robert Middaugh.
Those left to...
Sandra K. Clapper
May 13, 2025
Sandra K. Clapper, age 80, was born on March 6, 1945, and went home to God after a long battle with complications from a stroke on May 13, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family, who will miss her dearly, Sandy's beautiful light won't be forgotten. She was an avid Cleveland Sports fan, and enjoyed cooking, baking and gardening....
Mario E. Clark
May 12, 2025
Mario E. Clark passed away peacefully in his home on May 12, 2025, surrounded by his family and friends.
Mario was a proud father to his four children, Alex (Kendall), Charlie, Rocky, and River. He is survived by his mother, Jo, bestest good friend Rikk, brother, Jeremy (Jen) Osborne, wife, Tiffany Brunk, children, grandmother, Shirley Osborne, and a slew of aunts,...
Martha Hockensmith
May 12, 2025
Martha Hockensmith, age 89, of Canton Township, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Altercare of Alliance. She was born on May 25, 1935, in Canton, Ohio, to the late William and Marie (Dauer) Harbaugh.
A lifelong resident of the Canton area, Martha was a devoted member of North Industry Christian Church. Her faith, family, and community were central...
Mary Jo Purney
May 12, 2025
Mary Jo Purney, age 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the Laurels of Massillon.
Born on December 20, 1943, in Kentucky, Mary Jo was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Kisela. She was a proud graduate of Perry High School.
Mary Jo was deeply devoted to her faith and her community. She began her service...
Billy G. Perkins
May 8, 2025
Billy G. Perkins, 88, of Navarre, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital.
Born on November 29, 1936, in Barnesville, Ohio, Bill was the son of the late Edwin and Hazel (Moore) Perkins. After graduating, he began a long and dedicated career at The Timken Company, working in the maintenance department for over...
Olive J. Hartenstein
May 5, 2025
Olive J. Hartenstein, age 82, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 5, 2025. A lifetime resident of Canton, she was born on May 14, 1942, to Clarence and Eloise (McLaughlin) Rentz.
Olive was a proud and loving caretaker all throughout her life. Children were her life, whether they were her own, her grandchildren, or even other people’s children. Olive was a...
Ronald "Ronnie" P. DiNarda
May 4, 2025
Ronald “Ronnie” P. DiNarda age 89 of Canton passed away in his home on Sunday, May 4, 2025 surrounded by his family after an extended illness. He was born on July 4, 1935 in Canton, Ohio to the late Hugo and Beatrice (Casali) DiNarda.
Ronnie was a 1953 graduate of Canton South High School and served honorably in the United States...
Donald G. Warner
May 3, 2025
Donald G. Warner, age 84, passed away peacefully at home amongst his family, and went home to be with his Savior and King on May 3, 2025. A lifelong resident of Stark County, he was born on September 30, 1940, to John and Viola (Miller) Warner in Louisville, Ohio. Don was a 1958 graduate of Louisville High School.
Don was an...
Gary Thomas Rogers
Apr 29, 2025
Gary Thomas Rogers, age 66, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Ohio Hospice, Truman House, New Philadelphia, after a lengthy illness. He was born on July 14, 1958 in Cadiz to the late Clark L. Rogers and Marlene S. Rogers.
He was preceded in death by his father, Clark Leroy Rogers and his brother, Michael L. Rogers.
Gary is...
Rebecca "Becky" J. DuBois
Apr 28, 2025
Rebecca “Becky” J. DuBois, age 72, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 28, 2025, at Louisville Gardens Nursing Home.
Born on May 3, 1952, in Canton, Ohio, Becky was the daughter of the late Leo and Ova (Hogge) DuBois. She was a proud graduate of Marlington High School and earned her teaching degree from Anderson College, now Anderson University.
Becky devoted 38...