Obituaries

Tina L. Randall

Tina L. Randall

Dec 9, 2025

Tina L. Randall, age 53, of Canton Township, passed away after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Canton, Ohio, on November 29, 1972 to the late Charles and Patricia Oliver.

Tina had a love for all animals which led to her career as a veterinarian technician, a job she was truly proud of. In her free time, Tina...

Kenneth E. Herbert

Kenneth E. Herbert

Dec 5, 2025

Kenneth E. Herbert, 85, of Canton, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Aultman Compassionate Care, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on August 26, 1940, to the late John and Pauline (Habrun) Herbert, and remained a lifelong resident of the community.

A 1959 graduate of Canton South High School, Ken not only received...

Michael J. Showen

Michael J. Showen

Nov 25, 2025

Michael J. Showen, born February 6, 1942, in Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully after a life well-lived. He was the beloved son of James and Teresa Showen, who preceded him in death, along with his siblings, Jimmy (James) and Michelle. After many years apart, they can finally be together again.

Mike leaves behind loving cousins both in the United States and...

Mark E. Snyder

Mark E. Snyder

Nov 24, 2025

Mark E. Snyder, age 72, of Canton passed away on Monday November 24, 2025, in his home surrounded by his family. He was born in Massillon, Ohio on June 15, 1953, to the late Dale W. and Madaline (Anderson) Snyder. Mark remained a resident of the Stark County community his entire life.

A 1972 graduate of Canton Lincoln High School, Mark...

Brent A. Blind

Brent A. Blind

Nov 23, 2025

The family of Brent A. Blind is saddened to announce his passing on Sunday, November 23, 2025. Born on August 2, 1969 to his cherished late parents, Bertha and Terry Blind in Tampa, Florida, he spent the majority of his life in the Waynesburg, Ohio, area where he built deep roots and friendships.

Brent’s lifelong love of the outdoors cultivated from...

Wendy J. Adkins

Wendy J. Adkins

Nov 22, 2025

Wendy J. Adkins, 54, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on November 22.

Wendy was a devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Born and raised in Massillon, she built a longtime career as a cosmetologist, spending more than 30 years helping others feel confident, cared for, and seen.

She found joy in life’s simple beauties—yarn, crafts, and anything related to the Grinch,...

Barbara A Blanc

Barbara A Blanc

Nov 22, 2025

Barbara A. Blanc, 80, of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025. She was born on January 23, 1945 in Canton, OH to the late Jack L. and Lila Ruth “Burnette” Britton.

She was a 1963 graduate of East Canton High School.

Barbara attended the University of Mount Union for Accounting for 3 years, she retired from the McDermott corporation as...

Norma J Diekmann

Norma J Diekmann

Nov 20, 2025

Norma J. Diekmann, 91, of Navarre, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2025. She was born on April 1, 1934, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Ralph and Adeline (Kratzer) Lenhart, and remained a lifelong resident of the community. She was a 1952 graduate of Canton McKinley High School.

Norma dedicated her career to helping others through her work as a...

Edward M. Meyer

Edward M. Meyer

Nov 14, 2025

Edward Milton Meyer, the rock that held our family together, quietly slipped away to go home with his wife, Josephine, on the morning of November 14, 2025. He had waited 14 years to join the love of his life who he had lovingly cared for during her long illness with a loving heart and caring hands.



Edward was born in East...

Roy E. Klick

Roy E. Klick

Nov 12, 2025

Roy E. Klick, age 86, of Massillon, passed away peacefully at his home, Windy Way Farm, on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on March 12, 1939, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Frank and Katherine H. (Brown) Klick, and remained a resident of the community throughout his life. Roy was a 1957 graduate of...

Rebecca A. Baker

Rebecca A. Baker

Nov 9, 2025

Rebecca A. Baker, age 77, of Canton, passed away peacefully at her home on November 9, 2025. Born on March 28, 1948, in Massillon, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Mary Jane Bender. Rebecca was a graduate of Perry High School.

Following high school, she worked as a secretary for Timken before devoting herself to raising her...

Erna L. Atkins

Erna L. Atkins

Nov 3, 2025

Erna L. Atkins nee Bicker, age 95, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. She was born on August 21, 1930, in Cleveland, Ohio.

Erna retired from Meals on Wheels in 1996 after 15 years of dedicated service. A faithful member of Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church, she enjoyed spending time with the O-Hi-Lo Camping Club and AARP. She...

Eugene "Butch" R. Jones

Eugene "Butch" R. Jones

Oct 29, 2025

Eugene R. “Butch” Jones, age 71, of Louisville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. Born on July 27, 1954, in Victorville, California, he was the son of the late Eugene W. and Margaret E. (Whitemeyer) Jones.

Butch grew up in the Louisville area and graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School, where he...

Gary E. Lane

Gary E. Lane

Oct 28, 2025

Gary E. Lane, 81, of Canton Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio, on August 28, 1944, to the late John E. Lane and Mary Kathleen (Buker) Lane.

A 1963 graduate of Canton South High School, he continued his education at The Ohio State University, where he majored in...

E. Joann Longoria

E. Joann Longoria

Oct 27, 2025

E. Joann Longoria, age 76, of Holloway, Ohio, passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025, at Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville, Ohio. She was born on February 8, 1949, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, to the late Donald E. and Verna L. (Luyster) Hanes.

Joann managed Bellstores for many years in the Stark county area, after she dedicated her career to...

Ernest "Ernie" F. Schwab

Ernest "Ernie" F. Schwab

Oct 20, 2025

Ernest (Ernie) F. Schwab, age 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2025, at Hanover Health Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 6, 1938, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Ernest and Priscilla (Sagh) Schwab.

A proud graduate of Canton McKinley High School, Ernie enlisted in the United States Army following graduation. He completed Basic...

Charles "Chuck" D. Shaffer

Charles "Chuck" D. Shaffer

Oct 17, 2025

Charles “Chuck” D. Shaffer, age 93, of Canton, passed away peacefully in Gainesville, Florida, on Friday, October 17, 2025. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on May 23, 1932, to the late Lawrence and Katherine (Kraft) Shaffer.

Chuck devoted 39 years of dedicated service to the Pepsi Corporation, where he served as Warehouse Manager until his retirement. He also served his...

Dan C. Franklin

Dan C. Franklin

Oct 17, 2025

Dan C. Franklin, age 67, of Canton Township, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025, at his home, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 2, 1958, in Canton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Sherman Lee and Sylvia Marie (Locke) Franklin.

Dan worked as a truck driver for PJ Fabrications and was known for his strong...

Shirley J. McLean

Shirley J. McLean

Oct 15, 2025

Shirley J. McLean, age 91, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2025. She was born on August 30, 1934, and lived a full and beautiful life centered around faith, family, and friendship.

Shirley was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Dean McLean, her parents Agnes and Arthur Marks, and cherished grandson, Jack Walencewicz. She is survived by...

Frank D. Jones

Frank D. Jones

Oct 12, 2025

Frank D. Jones, age 90, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on October 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Canton, Ohio, on April 18, 1935, to the late Harold and Sadie (Beckner) Jones.

Frank proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, where he developed the dedication and discipline that guided...