Steven W. Kaw Sr.

Steven W. Kaw Sr., 74, of Canton, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Bethany Nursing Home. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on October 18, 1952. He was raised in the Canton area by his maternal aunt and uncle, Bill and Joyce Kaw.

Steve attended Canton South High School before joining the United States Army. During his military service, he earned his GED and eventually retired from active duty with the rank of Sergeant. He continued serving his country for another 14½ years in the Army National Guard Reserves. Following his military career, Steve began a second career with Sugardale Meats, where he worked for 19 years.

Steve had many interests and hobbies that brought him joy. He loved listening to Elvis, camping, fishing, playing solitaire, bow hunting, and deer hunting. He also enjoyed visiting rodeos and watching professional bull riding. A talented softball pitcher, Steve, played in both the Army league and a local church league.

Above all, Steve was proud of his service to his country. His patriotism and the time he spent in the Army were important parts of his life, and he carried that pride with him throughout the years.

Steve was preceded in death by his aunt and uncle, Bill and Joyce Kaw, and his in-laws, Lewis and Ruth French and his best friend Patrick “Pat” Harris.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 52 years, Susan R. (French) Kaw; daughters, Nikki Kaw and Shannon (Doug Weaver) Harless; son, Steven (Jennifer) Kaw Jr.; grandchildren, Cody Murphy, Dylan Murphy, Celeste (Branden Modic) Weaver, and Quinn (Zach Mayle) Weaver and Isaiah Kaw; and great-grandchildren, Parker and Rustyn Mayle; favorite nephew Brandon French and his children Jacob, Mason and Madelynn French.

Family and friends may call on Monday, October 26, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, October 27, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., with Steve’s funeral service beginning at 11:00 a.m. All services will be held at Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery, where full military honors will be rendered in recognition of Steve’s service to his country.

Memorial contributions may be made directly to Kreighbaum-Sanders funeral home to assist the family with funeral and medical expenses.

Arrangements are entrusted to Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home, 4041 Cleveland Ave S, Canton, Ohio 44707. Family and friends may offer condolences and share memories at:

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