Obituaries

Ronald Lee Summers

Ronald Lee Summers

Mar 17, 2025

Ronald “Ron” L. Summers, age 67, was called home to Heaven on March 17, 2025.

Ron was born on February 18, 1958. It comes with great sadness to the family to lose a truly great man.

He was formerly of Waynesburg, OH but spent most of his life in Maiden, NC.

Ron graduated from Sandy Valley High in 1976. He furthered his education...

Jerry Schaffer

Jerry Schaffer

Mar 16, 2025

Jerry Schaffer passed away on Sunday, March 16, after a brief illness. Jerry was born to Mary and Hobert Schaffer on October 18, 1948, in Parkersburg, W.V.

He is preceded in death by Brian Scott, his parents, and brothers, Tom and Bud. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 56 years, Pat (Gorham); sister Bea Brown; his pride...

Neil E. Devore

Neil E. Devore

Mar 11, 2025

Neil E. Devore, 67, of Dalton, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 24, 1957, in Canton, Ohio, Neil was the son of the late Carl and Wilma (Gempler) Devore.

A proud graduate of Canton McKinley High School, Neil dedicated his career as a systems operator for Ameridial, Inc., where...

Sheila A. Tinus

Sheila A. Tinus

Mar 6, 2025

Sheila Tinus, age 81 of Canton, Ohio passed away March 6, 2025 at her home from Alzheimer disease that she had for the past four years of her life. She was born September 4, 1943 in Canton to Norma Shaheen and Jack Pollack, step-father William Shaheen. Sheila was a proud 1961 Graduate of Canton South High School. She was employed...

Charles E Humphrey

Charles E Humphrey

Mar 2, 2025

Charles Humphrey passed on March 2, 2025, surrounded by his brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews at Salem Medical Center. His loving personality and his "Elvis" wink will be remembered by all who knew him. He loved making his signature walking sticks and was proud to sell them and give them away. 

Chuck also loved traveling with his sister Sandy and their...

Patrick L. Miller

Patrick L. Miller

Mar 2, 2025

Patrick L. Miller was born on September 28, 1962 in East Canton, OH to Donald E. Miller Sr. and Delores M. (Hyman) Miller. He passed away on March 2, 2025 at Bel Air Senior Living in Alliance, OH. 

He was a life resident of Canton and East Canton and a 1981 Graduate of Canton South High School. Patrick was a member...

Harry E. Bullock

Harry E. Bullock

Feb 28, 2025

Harry E. Bullock passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, at Altercare of Navarre. Born in Canton, Ohio, on March 14, 1948, he was the son of the late James and Velma (Stahl) Bullock.

A proud graduate of Perry High School, Harry went on to serve his country in the United States Navy, where he trained as an electrician—a skill that...

Douglas P. Myers

Douglas P. Myers

Feb 24, 2025

Douglas P. Myers, 56, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on April 12, 1968, he was the son of the late David J. and Sandra Sue (Lucas) Myers.

A 1986 graduate of GlenOak High School, Doug spent his career as a dedicated carpet installer for Mark’s Carpet. Known...

James "Jim" H. Maury

James "Jim" H. Maury

Feb 22, 2025

James “Jim” H. Maury Sr., age 87, passed away peacefully at home on February 22, 2025. He was born on October 20, 1937, in New Martinsville, West Virginia, to Paul Simon and Edna Virginia (Lasure) Maury.

Jim was a beloved and devoted preacher at Waco Church of Christ for 30 years. He was a traveler, taking trips anywhere and everywhere with...

Carol M. Leforte

Carol M. Leforte

Feb 21, 2025

Carol M. Leforte, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on February 21, 2025, surrounded by family. Carol was born on April 6, 1941 in Mapleton, Ohio, to John Nelson and Elsie Bertha (Weber) Mottice. She was a resident of East Rochester for 47 years.

Carol was a very active member of Faith Fellowship Church in Minerva. She participated in many...

Marcia R. McGill

Marcia R. McGill

Feb 19, 2025

Marcia R. McGill was born on June 21, 1941, and passed away on February 19, 2025. 

She was born in Canton, OH to Arthur and Gladys (Linsenbigler) Bednarz. Marcia is a proud graduate of Canton South High School, class of 1959, and a lifelong member of North Industry Christian Church. 

A resident of Canton, her and her husband, Ted, owned and operated...

Glenn L. Haught

Glenn L. Haught

Feb 16, 2025

Glenn L. Haught, age 76, of Navarre, went to join his wife Ursula on February 16, 2025, after an extended illness at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, Ohio, on November 5, 1948, he was the son of the late Verl and Ellen (Phillips) Haught “Tilkey”. 

Glenn honorably served his country as an equipment operator chief EOC in the...

Beverly A. Sanders

Beverly A. Sanders

Feb 15, 2025

“Ressler Strong”

Beverly A. Sanders, age 79, of Canton, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, February 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on October 18, 1945, in Canton to William M. Hartenstein and Betty (Farr) Tincher, Beverly was a 1963 graduate of Canton Lincoln High School.

Beverly dedicated many years to Aultman Hospital, beginning her career as a nursing...

Thomas E. Robinette

Thomas E. Robinette

Feb 14, 2025

Thomas E. Robinette, 69, passed away on February 14, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center. Born in Massillon, Ohio on March 3, 1955, he was the beloved son of the late Luther and Helen (Robb) Robinette. 

Tom dedicated his career to hard work, serving as a laborer for various companies throughout his life. Known for his resilience and down-to-earth nature,...

Gilbert A. Stillion Jr.

Gilbert A. Stillion Jr.

Feb 14, 2025

Gilbert “Butch” A. Stillion Jr., 84, of East Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, at Aultman Hospital. Born on December 3, 1940, in Canton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Gilbert A. Stillion Sr. and Vernie (Hexamer) Stillion. A proud graduate of East Canton High School, Class of 1960, Gilbert went on to serve his...

Shirley A. Been

Shirley A. Been

Feb 13, 2025

Shirley A. Been, age 88, of Canton passed away in her home on Thursday, February 13, 2025. She was born in Canton, Ohio to the late William C. and Jessie (Hudson) Weaver on July 28, 1936. She remained a life resident of the Canton area. A 1954 graduate of Canton South High School. She was an active member of St....

Christopher J. Boyd

Christopher J. Boyd

Feb 10, 2025

Christopher J. Boyd, age 65, of Alliance passed away peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2025. He was born on December 30, 1959 to the late Terrance Boyd and Rebecca (Coker) Boyd. He was a graduate of Southgate School. He was employed at the Stark County Developmental Disabilities Workshop and Creative Learning Workshops.

He was an inspiration to all those that knew...

Albert E. Bankier

Albert E. Bankier

Feb 5, 2025

Albert E. Bankier, age 74, passed away on February 5, 2025. A lifetime resident of Canton, he was born on January 11, 1951, to Eugene and Bernice (Clark) Bankier. Albert graduated from Old Lehman High School. 

Albert retired from his career as a fuel truck driver after more than ten years of service. Albert stayed active through his games, from bingo...

Rev. Orion R. Aubihl

Rev. Orion R. Aubihl

Feb 2, 2025

Rev. Orion R. Aubihl, 89, of Sycamore, Ohio, formerly of Canton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 2, 2025. He was born June 4, 1935, in New Philadelphia, OH, to the late Wesley G. and Florence (Becker) Aubihl.

A 1953 graduate of New Philadelphia High School, Orion was ordained in 1971 following his completion of Cornus Hill...

Robert Wayne Christen

Robert Wayne Christen

Feb 1, 2025

Robert “Bob” Wayne Christen, age 69, of Canton Township died at Aultman Hospital on Saturday, February 1, 2025. He was born on May 4, 1955 in Canton, Ohio to the late Chauncey “Bud” and Christina Gaynell (Eddy) Christen. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School and spent a great deal of time traveling for his work as a field...