Obituaries

Raymond L. Rodgers

Raymond L. Rodgers

Jul 6, 2025

Raymond L. Rodgers, age 75, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center. He was born on August 29, 1949, in Malvern, Ohio, to the late William D. and Sara J. (Starling) Rodgers.

Ray proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he worked as a machinist...

Richard C. Margo

Richard C. Margo

Jul 5, 2025

Richard C. Margo, age 83, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025. He was born on March 3, 1942 to Charles and Elnora (Meiser) Margo.

A life resident of Canton, Richard was a 1960 graduate of Canton South High School. He was enlisted in the Navy from 1960-1965, and retired as owner and operator of Industrial Tarpaulin Sales and Service.

Richard loved...

Roberta Rose Zucal

Roberta Rose Zucal

Jul 5, 2025

Roberta Rose (Harris) Zucal, age 86, of Canton, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of her life, Conrad J. Zucal, and their devoted children.

Roberta was born in Canton on October 2, 1938 to the late Virgil and Helen (Wilson) Harris. She graduated from Canton South High School in 1956 and from Mercy Hospital School of...

Charles E. Ohler Jr.

Charles E. Ohler Jr.

Jul 5, 2025

Charles “Chuck” E. Ohler Jr., age 72, passed away on July 5, 2025.

He was born in Canton, OH on October 8, 1952 to the late Charles Sr. and Betty (Crousser) Ohler.

Chuck was a life resident of Canton and worked at Ironrock Capital for 50 years.

Chuck is preceded in death by his parents; and step son, Richard Randolph.

Those left to cherish...

Sue Ann Flowers

Sue Ann Flowers

Jul 4, 2025

Sue Ann Flowers was born in Canton on January 26, 1947 to Dewey L. and Helen C. (Lehmiller) Lewton and passed away on July 4, 2025 in the comfort of her home.

She graduated from Sandy Valley High School in 1965.

Sue retired from Timken Steel after 29 years.

She was a lover of all animals, especially dogs. Sue enjoyed cooking, camping and...

Ralph E. Wellendorf

Ralph E. Wellendorf

Jun 29, 2025

Ralph E. Wellendorf, age 81, of Canton South, passed away peacefully at home on June 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 19, 1943, in Salem, Ohio, to the late Ralph E. and Miriam J. (Snyder) Wellendorf and had made the Canton area his home since 1967.

A 1961 graduate of Jackson High School, Ralph went...

Charles Oliver Jr.

Charles Oliver Jr.

Jun 27, 2025

Charles Oliver Jr., age 55, passed away June 27, 2025. He was born on May 6, 1970 to Charles Sr. and Patricia (Smith) Oliver.

Charles is preceded in death by his parents.

Those left to cherish Charles’ memory are his siblings, Patricia (Gary) Randall, Charlotte (Richard) Spencer, Tina (William) Randall, Teddy (Brandy) Oliver, Joe Oliver, and Brian (Tera) Oliver; many aunts and...

Elizabeth “Betty” L. Trubisky

Elizabeth “Betty” L. Trubisky

Jun 24, 2025

Elizabeth L. “Betty” Trubisky, age 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at The Inn at Belden Village, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 6, 1934, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Joseph and Stella (Koehn) Pape, and remained a lifelong resident of the Canton South community.

Betty was a dedicated member of St. Mary’s/St....

Raymond C Lambert

Raymond C Lambert

Jun 21, 2025

Raymond C. Lambert, age 90, went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Akron, Ohio, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 19, 1935, in Wymer, West Virginia, to the late Luther and Lenora (Snyder) Lambert.

Raymond served his country as a corporal in the United States Army. He dearly loved his family and...

Christine "Chris" Ferry

Christine "Chris" Ferry

Jun 18, 2025

Christine "Chris" Ferry passed away peacefully in her home after a courageous battle with lung cancer, surrounded by her loving family and with her devoted husband of 45 years, Bill, by her side.

Chris was known for her big hugs, loving smile, and the warmth that radiated from her heart. She touched the lives of everyone she met, leaving behind memories...

Everett "Bud" C. Perks

Everett "Bud" C. Perks

Jun 13, 2025

Everett “Bud” C. Perks, age 90, passed away on June 13, 2025.

He was born in Parsons, WV on February 9, 1935 to the late Garnet and Della (Haney) Perks.

Bud served his country in the United States Army from 1952-1960 which included time in the Korean conflict. He went on to work and retire from the Iron Workers Local #550 after...

Gladys F. Heid

Gladys F. Heid

Jun 13, 2025

Gladys F. Heid, age 90, of Massillon, passed away on June 13, 2025 at Aultman Compassionate Care.

She was born in Canton, Ohio on August 9, 1934 to the late Luther and Anna (Callahan) Byrd.

Gladys was a 1952 graduate of Canton South High School. She was a life member of the Eden Church of Brethren.

Gladys is preceded in death by her...

Karin Ann DiNarda

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...