Obituaries

Patrick A. DeSerio

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Jason Robert Dungan

Jason Robert Dungan

Apr 28, 2025

Jason Robert Dungan, age 50, passed away at home on April 28, 2025. He was born on June 29, 1974 to Gilbert Dungan and Mary Beth (Dwyer) Pullins in Canton, Ohio. Jason graduated from East Canton High School, and graduated from Eastern New Mexico University with a bachelor's degree in aviation science.

Anyone who knew Jason knew about his love for...

Carol Ann DeWalt

Carol Ann DeWalt

Apr 25, 2025

Carol Ann DeWalt passed into eternal life on April 25, 2025, she was born on June 2nd, 1939, to Glenn A. and Wilda (Kandel) Motts.

She graduated from East Canton High School in 1957 and was a graduate of Aultman School of Nursing in 1960. Carol was a registered nurse for most of her life. She was employed at Canton City...

Nadine Nolen

Nadine Nolen

Apr 24, 2025

Nadine Nolen, age 84, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025. She was born on July 7, 1940, to the late Charles and Bessie Caley.

A woman of deep faith and unwavering love for her family, Nadine was a devoted member of Mount Zion Community Church. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gerald Nolen, and her two...

Billy "Bill" Joe Soliday

Billy "Bill" Joe Soliday

Apr 24, 2025

Billy “Bill” Joe Soliday, age 68, passed away peacefully at home, on Thursday, April 24, 2025, with his loving wife by his side. He was born on November 16, 1956, in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, to the late Harvey C. and Nora June (Peace) Soliday.

Bill grew up in the East Canton, Ohio area and he proudly graduated from East Canton High...

Coleen S. Roska

Coleen S. Roska

Apr 18, 2025

It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Coleen S. Roska, BSN, RN age 64 of Canton. She passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, April 18, 2025 at home, exactly one year to the date from her cancer diagnosis.

Born December 17, 1960 in Canton to the late Gerald and Constance (Krone) Donahue. Coleen...

Pilar Phillips

Pilar Phillips

Apr 15, 2025

Pilar Phillips, age 88, of Canton, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

She was born on October 13, 1936, in Cebu, Philippines, to the late Cirilo and Aurea (DelosReyes) Cabilete. A woman of deep faith and quiet strength, Pilar was a devoted and active member of the Northwest Church of Christ, where her presence and kindness...

David Lambert

David Lambert

Apr 15, 2025

David Craig Lambert, 62, of Canton passed away April 15, 2025. He was born May 26, 1962 in Canton, Ohio, and was a longtime resident of Canton. He attended Canton South High School.

David was a veteran of the United States Air Force from July 1984 to April 1988. He was employed by M.K. Morse Company for 38 years. He was...

Elva Lloyd

Elva Lloyd

Apr 14, 2025

Elva Lloyd, 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at The Laurels of Massillon. She was born in St. Paul, Kentucky, on August 29, 1940, to the late Wilford and Helen (Johnson) Riggs.

In 1950, she became a resident of the Canton area and remained there for the rest of her life. She was a 1959 graduate of Canton...