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John R. Miday

John R. Miday

Jan 7, 2024

John R. Miday, age 89, passed away on January 7, 2024. He was born in Canton, Ohio on June 16, 1934, to the late Lawrence Miday and Susan J. (Hoff) Miday. John had been a resident of Waynesburg, Ohio, since 1960. After graduating high school, he served honorably in the United States Army.

For 13 years, John owned and operated...

Rita D Harrington

Rita D Harrington

Jan 4, 2024

Rita D. Harrington, age 77, passed away on January 4, 2024. She was born in Akron, Ohio, on March 18, 1946, to the late William H. Dixon and Margaret J. (Tennant). Rita was a proud graduate of Copley High School and dedicated many years of her life to working as a waitress at the former Vaccero’s Restaurant. She enjoyed playing...

Ned Aquino

Ned Aquino

Dec 28, 2023

Natalino "Ned" Aquino, age 94, of East Canton, passed away Thursday morning, December 28, following a brief illness.

He was born in Magnolia, OH, on December 17, 1929, to the late Dominic & Maria Aquino.

Ned worked as a carpenter most of his life and was a member of the Carpenters Union. He was employed by Linwood Development,...

Cecile M. Kellogg

Cecile M. Kellogg

Dec 28, 2023

Cecile M. Kellogg, age 93, passed away on December 28, 2023.  She was born on February 17, 1930,  in Benezette, PA,   to Sebert and Martha (Harrison) Dick.

Those left to cherish her memory are sons Daniel (Ann), Steven (Gretta), and Douglas Kellogg; seven grandchildren, Michelle Kellogg, Jessica (Mike) Didyk, Melinda Kellogg (Tim Kvasnicka), Zachary (Megan) Jolly, Ian (Corinna) Kellogg,...

Pearl W. Lenigar

Pearl W. Lenigar

Dec 27, 2023

 

Pearl W. Lenigar, age 97, passed away on December 27, 2023. Pearl was born in Glouster, OH, on February 1, 1926, to Walter and Mildred (Murphy) Lenigar.  

Pearl was a World War II veteran who served his country in the United States Navy from 1944-1946.  He then went on to work for Ford for over 40 years.  Pearl was...

Richard L. Fleenor

Richard L. Fleenor

Dec 26, 2023

Richard L. Fleenor Passed away Tuesday December 26th, at the age of 86. He was preceded in death by his parents Dennis and Mildred Fleenor, and a brother Bill. 

He is survived by his children, Rhonda (Perry) Griffin, where he made his home during his last years. Doug (Julie) Fleenor, Sheri Foss, Lori (Randy) Sommers, Nine Grandchildren, Twelve Great Grandchildren,...

David E. Giles

David E. Giles

Dec 25, 2023

David E. Giles, age 78, passed away on December 25, 2023.  He was born in Canton on June 22, 1945, to the late Gerald E. and Louise (Burchett) Giles. 

He graduated from Timken High School. David is a veteran of the United States Army. He retired as a metallurgical technician from Timken Steel with over 41 years of experience.  David enjoyed...

Douglas Collinsworth

Douglas Collinsworth

Dec 25, 2023

Douglas J. Collinsworth, age 84, passed away on December 25, 2023. He was born on December 6, 1939, in Magoffin County, Kentucky, to William Samuel Sr and Hazel (Williams) Collinsworth.

Douglas served in the United States Army along with the National Guard. He spent over 36 years with the Ford Motor Company, upon which he retired as a proud member of...

Rose Sutara

Rose Sutara

Dec 24, 2023

Rose M. Sutara, age 88, passed away on December 24, 2023. She was born on December 3, 1935 in Gibsonia, PA to Adam and Jessie (Harris) Smulick.

Rose was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved being GiGi to her great-grandchildren. Rose was an avid reader, bingo player, NASCAR, and Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She...

Herbert Hamilton Jr.

Herbert Hamilton Jr.

Dec 16, 2023

Herbert Hamilton Jr., age 87 of Canton South, went home to be with the Lord and reunited with his beautiful wife, Jean, of 61 years on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. He passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.

Herb was a proud veteran of the US Army where he served two years in Korea. He was a...

Clifford E Griffith

Clifford E Griffith

Dec 14, 2023

Clifford E. Griffith, age 88, passed away surrounded by his family on December 14, 2023.

Cliff was born in Canton, Ohio, on November 6, 1935, to Webster and Willa (Warner) Griffith. 

Cliff was a 1954 graduate of Canton South High School.  He was co-owner and operator of W.C. Griffith and Sons for many years.  He was a member of Indian...

Nancy J. King

Nancy J. King

Dec 13, 2023

Nancy King, age 84, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born December 30, 1938, in Canton Township to the late Floyd and Virginia (May) Mayer.

 Nancy was a 1956 graduate of Canton South High School.  She retired from Stark County Children's Service and was also employed by Vicar in Canton,...

John M. Trent

John M. Trent

Dec 9, 2023

John M. Trent, age 72, passed away on December 9, 2023, in the comfort of his home. He was born on May 15, 1951, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Lester and Beatrice (Baer) Trent.

John went to Timken High School and worked at a number of forging and foundry plants.

He loved reading by the pool and swimming....

Andrew Kopan

Andrew Kopan

Dec 7, 2023

 

Andrew “Andy” Kopan, 98, of Canton,OH, passed away peacefully at his home with family on December 7, 2023. Born during the roaring 20’s, the youngest of seven siblings in Canton, Ohio on October 16,1925 to Hungarian Immigrants, Janos and Katerina (Csoma) Kopan.  He spoke Hungarian with his family and others in the neighborhood until he started grade school. Andy...

Janet A. Brock

Janet A. Brock

Dec 6, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Janet A. Brock,  age 80, announces her passing on December 6, 2023.  She was born in Franklin Township, Ohio on July 26, 1943, to the late Clyde D. and Hazel (Bice) King. She graduated from Canton South High School.

Janet worked as a surgical assistant for Advanced Ankle and Foot Care. She...

Marjorie H. Taylor

Marjorie H. Taylor

Dec 5, 2023

Marjorie H. Taylor, age 95, passed away on December 5, 2023. She was born on February 28, 1928, in Lowell, Ohio, to Charles E. and Bessie L. (Taylor) Grossenbacher.

Marjorie was a 1946 graduate of Bolivar High School, a member of North Canton Church of Christ, volunteered for North Canton Medical Foundation for nine years, and volunteered with Stark County MRDD.

Those...

Rose M. Rinard-Kinsey

Rose M. Rinard-Kinsey

Dec 2, 2023

Rose M. Rinard-Kinsey, age 95, of East Canton, passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023.

She was born on March 17, 1928, in Fairhope, Ohio to William G. and Dolores M. (Andes) Zwick.

Rose was a resident of East Canton for most of her life.  She was a member of the Saint Benedict Catholic Church, the Saint Benedict Rosary Altar...

David E. Bainter

David E. Bainter

Nov 28, 2023

David E. Bainter age 44 passed away unexpectedly on November 28, 2023.  David was born in McHenry, Illinois on December 16, 1978 to Edward and Elizabeth (Schmuck) Bainter. 

He was a 1997 graduate of East Canton High School.  David had a love for trucks, the outdoors and animals.  

David is Preceded in death by his father.

Those left to...

Lynita H. Mensch

Lynita H. Mensch

Nov 28, 2023

Lynita H. Mensch, age 85, passed away on November 28, 2023.  She was born on December 23, 1937, in Canton, Ohio, to Anthony and Cora (Michael) Schindler.

 Lynita is a 1956 McKinley High School graduate.  She was a secretary at Bruck Plastics. Lynita was a longtime member of Dueber Methodist Church. After retirement, Lynita and her husband Jack traveled with...

Charles W. Jones

Charles W. Jones

Nov 28, 2023

 

Charles Wayne Jones, age 73, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on November 28, 2023. Charlie was born in Lebanon, KY on February 4, 1950, to Roy and Ida Faye (Osborne) Jones.  

Charlie spent 47 years working in the oil and gas industry.  He was a 32nd degree Mason.  Charlie loved fishing, visiting his home state of...

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