Obituaries

Robert J. Steigerwald Sr.

Robert J. Steigerwald Sr.

Dec 13, 2019

Robert J. Steigerwald Sr.

Age 90, of Canton Township passed away Friday December 13, 2019 in Hennis Care Centre, Bolivar. He was born July 22, 1929 in Canton to the late Herman D. and Edna F. (Frantz) Steigerwald. Robert was a member of the former Sacred Heart Catholic Church. He retired from Republic Storage Berger Division after...

Marjorie E. (Layfield)  Jackson

Marjorie E. (Layfield) Jackson

Dec 8, 2019

Marjorie E. Jackson

Age 77, of East Canton, passed away Sunday December 8, 2019 in her home. She was born April 4, 1942 in Harrisville, WV to the late Guy and Annie (Williamson) Layfield. Marjorie is preceded in death by her husband, Ellsworth Jackson; two brothers and four sisters. She is survived by two sisters, three brothers...

Marvin "Mac" McKenzie

Marvin "Mac" McKenzie

Dec 6, 2019

Marvin “Mac” McKenzie

Age 87, of Canton died Friday, December 6, 2019.  He is survived by his wife, Ruth L. McKenzie, and children Rhonda (Edwin) Holland of Stow, OH, Tammie McKenzie and Paul (Donna) McKenzie of Canton, grandchildren Jamie McKenzie, Ashley Holland and Natalie Holland, great grandchildren Brandon and Eric and many nieces and nephews. He was...

Blanche Simmons

Blanche Simmons

Dec 6, 2019

Blanche Simmons

Age 96, of East Canton passed away Friday, December 6, 2019 in her home following a brief illness. Born April 20, 1923 in Carroll County, Ohio to the late Zacharia and Della (Carson) Slates. She was an East Canton resident most of her life and a 1941 graduate of Carrollton High School. Blanche was a...

Dorothy E. DeCost

Dorothy E. DeCost

Dec 4, 2019

Dorothy E. DeCost

Age 83, of Canton died Wednesday, December 4, 2019 in Amherst Meadows following an extended illness. Born December 30, 1935 in Sharon, Ohio to the late Walton and Wilma (Archer) Everly. She was a Canton resident most of her life. Preceded in death by her husband, Frederick E. DeCost in 1997; a son, Ronald...

Clifford D Carpenter

Clifford D Carpenter

Dec 3, 2019

Clifford D Carpenter

Age 65, of Canton died Tuesday, December 3, 2019 in Aultman Hospital following a brief illness. Born April 30, 1954 in Canton, Ohio to the late Moile and Lila (Burleson) Carpenter. He was a life resident of Canton. Clifford was employed by the Stark County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Cliff was an avid Elvis...

Gerry Lynn (Riley)  Bess

Gerry Lynn (Riley) Bess

Dec 2, 2019

Gerry Lynn Bess

Age 74 passed away Monday December 2, 2019 in her home in New Albany, IN. She was born August 20, 1945 in Canton to Randall E. and Mildred I. (Reed) Riley. Gerry was a Canton and Magnolia area resident for 34 years prior to moving to New Albany. She was a member of Northside...

Jacqueline R. (Smith)  Wilcox

Jacqueline R. (Smith) Wilcox

Nov 29, 2019

Jacqueline R. Wilcox

Age 81, of Canton, passed away unexpectedly Friday November 29, 2019 in her home. She was born April 20, 1938 in Canton to the late Herman and Connie (Scrivo) Smith. Jacqueline was a member of Crossview Worship Center where she had served as a Sunday school teacher. She is preceded in death by two...

Shirley P. (Kauffman)  Steigerwald

Shirley P. (Kauffman) Steigerwald

Nov 28, 2019

Shirley P. Steigerwald

Age 84, of Canton, passed away Thursday November 28, 2019 in Brewster Parke. She was born December 20, 1934 in Greentown, OH to the late Harold and Leora (Stayer) Kauffman. Shirley was a 1952 graduate of Greentown High School. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Steigerwald in 2004; one son, Gregory...

Thomas A. Hedden

Thomas A. Hedden

Nov 25, 2019

Thomas A. Hedden

Age 64, of Canton, passed away Monday November 25, 2019 in his home. He was born December 1, 1954 in Canton to the late Arch and Nettie (Meese) Hedden. Thomas was a retired truck driver after 40 years of service, of which 20 years was with Dayton Freight Line. He is preceded in death...

Gordon G. Rodocker

Gordon G. Rodocker

Nov 25, 2019

Gordon Gene Rodocker

Age 65, a gentle, quiet soul entered his Heavenly home on Monday November 25, 2019. He was born the third son to Maurice and Marguerite Rodocker on December 19, 1953. He was a brother to Roger and Bruce and a very loving uncle to Renae, Brandee and Robyn. Gorgon lived in a group home...

John R. Hughes

John R. Hughes

Nov 17, 2019

John R. Hughes

Age 55, passed away Sunday November 17, 2019. He was born June 3, 1964 in Kent, OH to Wilburn and Sandra (Madden) Hughes. John was a 1982 graduate of Canton South High School. He is preceded in death by his father, Wilburn Hughes. John is survived by his mother, Sandy Hughes; three sisters, Rose...

Virgina E. "Ginney" (Frew)  Stallone

Virgina E. "Ginney" (Frew) Stallone

Nov 17, 2019

Virginia E. “Ginney” (Frew) Stallone

Age 72, of Canton, passed away Sunday November 17, 2019 in Aultman Hospital. She was born March 25, 1947 in Buffalo, NY and was a 1964 graduate of East Aurora High School, East Aurora, NY. Ginney retired from Genesis Health Care, Kennett Square, PA. She was an avid quilter, enjoyed decorating, remodeling...

Terry Lee Hackathorn

Terry Lee Hackathorn

Nov 11, 2019

Terry Lee Hackathorn

Age 71, of Canton, passed away Monday November 11, 2019 in the Cleveland Clinic. He was born April 6, 1948 in Canton to the late William and Blanche (Peterson) Hackathorn. Terry retired from Republic Steel after 46 years of service. He was a member of American Legion Post #221, Fraternal Order of Eagles aerie...

Michelle L. Johnson

Michelle L. Johnson

Oct 31, 2019

Michelle L. Johnson

Age 42, of East Canton, passed away Thursday October 31, 2019 in Erie, PA. She was born July 24, 1977 in Canton to David L. and Theresa L. (Moyer) Johnson. She was a self-employed horse trainer and enjoyed raising 4-H pigs. Michelle is preceded in death by her father, David L. “Pepsi” Johnson in...

Tina M."T.J." Johnson

Tina M."T.J." Johnson

Oct 30, 2019

Tina M. “T.J.” Johnson

Age 53, of Streetsboro, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday October 30, 2019. She was born July 28, 1966 in Alliance, OH to Larry Johnson and Jewell (Tarbet). Tina was a 1984 graduate of East Canton High School where she was a standout in basketball and holds several school records, she also was a majorette....

James D. "Pumpum" Mangus

James D. "Pumpum" Mangus

Oct 29, 2019

James D. “Pumpum” Mangus

Age 67, of Canton, passed away Tuesday October 29, 2019 in his home. He was born June 16, 1952 in Canton to the late Anthony and Adeline (Mancuso) Mangus. Jim was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of American Legion Post #44. He retired from the Hoover Company after 36 years of...

Jerry L Rowan

Jerry L Rowan

Oct 28, 2019

Jerry L. Rowan

Age 80, of Navarre died Monday, October 28, 2019 in his home following an extended illness. Born February 25, 1939 in Navarre, Ohio to the late Harold and Violet (Click) Rowan. He was a life resident of the Massillon/ Navarre area. Jerry retired from Superior Brand Meats with 20 years of service and had...

Mark T. Vance

Mark T. Vance

Oct 28, 2019

Mark T. Vance

Age 65, of Canton, passed away Monday October 28, 2019 in Aultman Compassionate Care. He was born March 21, 1954 in Canton. He was formerly employed by Guist Painting and Canton Drop Forge. Mark was a member of Fraternal Order of Eagles aerie #3228, The Club and Ida’s Café. He is preceded in death...

Mary Ann Dahlheimer

Mary Ann Dahlheimer

Oct 24, 2019

Mary Ann Dahlheimer

Age 83, of East Canton died Thursday, October 24, 2019 in Oakhill Manor following an extended illness. Born January 6, 1936 in Canton, Ohio to the late Harold and Evelyn Grace (Snyder) Muckley. Mary Ann was a 1954 graduate of East Canton High School. Preceded in death by her husband, John A. Dahlheimer in...