Shirley Ann Nicholson
Feb 7, 2026
Shirley Ann Nicholson, 89, of Canton, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Shirley was born January 28, 1937, in Dover, OH, to the late Robert and Nettie Kennedy. She was a 1955 graduate of Beach City High School. She was one of 11 children, and grew up on a farm, and had a deep love for nature and farm life. Shirley...
Marva Lynn Wiles
Feb 5, 2026
Marva Lynn Wiles, 70, of Canton, Ohio, passed away February 5, 2026. She was born on March 7, 1955 in Wheeling, West Virginia to the late Marvin Lynn and Elizabeth "Betty" J. Heil.
In addition to her parents, Marva is preceded in death by her loving husband of 38 years, Steven Wiles; and her granddaughter, Kallie Lynn Croft.
Marva is survived by...
Donald Glen Murphy
Feb 5, 2026
Donald Glen Murphy, 78, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away February 5, 2026. He was born on May 18, 1947 to the late Mark and Freda (Mullins) Murphy.
Donald served in the U.S. Airforce, and later retired from Republic Steel. He was also a long time member of the AMVETS Post 12.
In addition to his parents, Donald is preceded in death by...
Franklin L. Lowden Sr.
Feb 3, 2026
Franklin L. Lowden Sr., 87, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away February 3, 2026. He was born on July 21, 1938 in Akron, Ohio to the late Keith and Emma (Groves) Lowden.
Franklin was an avid Ohio State and Denver Broncos fan. He lived in the Santo Cristo Mountains in Colorado for over 20 years. He enjoyed traveling, and going to the...
Nicholas J. Garlando
Feb 1, 2026
Nicholas J. Garlando passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 1, 2026 at age 67.
He was preceded in death by his mom Elizabeth Nancy Voulgares; his siblings Michael Garlando, Judy Garlando, Suzanne Garlando, Phillip Garlando, Chris Garlando; nephews Josh Garlando and Christopher Garlando; stepdad Nick Voulgares; and some dear old friends.
He is survived by his only child, Nicole Garlando and his...
Robert "Bufford" L. Crawford
Jan 31, 2026
Robert "Bufford" L. Crawford, 78, of Franklin Township, Ohio, passed away January 31, 2026. He was born on April 30, 1947 in West Virginia to the late Nellie Ruth Crawford and Lewis D. Crawford.
Bob worked as an over the road truck driver for many years. He spent over 20 years with Consolidated Freightways, where he made many friendships. He never...
JoAnn Noretto
Jan 30, 2026
JoAnn Noretto, a cherished member of her community, passed away on January 30, 2026, at the age of 68. She was born on June 24, 1957, and raised with steadfast values that guided her throughout her life. JoAnn graduated from Lincoln High School and went on to earn her Nursing LPN from Akron University, ultimately finding her passion as a...
Tammy Lynn Crawford
Jan 30, 2026
Tammy Lynn Crawford, 59, of Canton, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 30, 2026.
Tammy was born in Massillon, OH on March 15, 1966, to Richard Crawford and the late Barbara Crawford (Gump). She was a 1985 graduate of Washington High School.
Tammy is survived by her father Richard Crawford; step mother Martha Crawford; sister Carrie Peters and brother-in-law Kevin Peters; nephews...
William A. Riese
Jan 29, 2026
William Adam Riese, 89, of Massillon, passed away on January 29, 2026 at Aultman Hospital.
He was born on August 30, 1936 to the late William and Norma (Wieck) Riese in Massillon, OH.
A graduate of Washington High School, Class of 1954, Bill was a veteran of The United States Army. He retired from MCA Sign Company in 1998. He liked to...
Sandra Lee Hylland
Jan 29, 2026
Sandy Lee at age of 85, passed peacefully on January 29,2026 surrounded by those that loved her at The Brewster Parke Nursing Home with hospice care. She is preceded in death by her parents Lyle and Bertha Hylland of Denver Colorado and will be buried at Olinger Cemetery- Chapel Hill in Denver, Colorado with her parents.
She is survived by her...
Tresa Violet Ward
Jan 27, 2026
Tresa Violet Ward (nee West) age 90, died at her residence in Massillon OH on January 27, 2026 under hospice care.
Tresa was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Paul R. Ward; and by her parents Ister and Edith West (nee Ealy).
She is survived by her brother John (Freda) West; and children Shirlene Ward (Kevin Kipp), Rhonda Windholtz...
Edward Eugene Baker
Jan 25, 2026
Edward Eugene Baker, age 67, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2026.
Edward was the beloved husband of Kathy Baker and a devoted father to Tiffany Airwyke (husband Trent Airwyke), Buddie Baker (fiancé Jennifer Hastings), and Wendi Naumovski (husband Mike Naumovski). He was a proud and deeply involved grandfather to Layla Airwyke, Gracie Airwyke, Luka Miller, Xavior Gray,...
Carl F. Williams
Jan 25, 2026
Carl Francis Williams, 82, of Massillon, passed away on January 25, 2026 at Rose Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation.
He was born on April 6, 1943 to the late Howard and Ilene Williams in Canton, OH.
A graduate of Washington High School, Carl was a veteran of The United States Navy and then served 18 years in The United States Army. He retired...
Jean Mummertz
Jan 25, 2026
Jean Mummertz, 91, transitioned to be with the Lord on January 25, 2026. Born on November 2, 1934 in Massillon, Ohio, she lived a life rooted in faith, family, friendship, and service to others.
Jean is proceeded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Leo. She is survived by her son Doug, daughter Leslie (David), and three wonderful and...
Nicholas J. Mollet
Jan 24, 2026
Nicholas John Mollet passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on January 24, 2026. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor (McClain) Mollet; his father, Elton Mollet; and his grandparents. He is survived by his loving sister, Pamela (Mollet) Damis; Brother in law Gary Damis; nephews Derek and Jason Damis and their spouses, Julie and Lori; and great-nephews Jackson...
Nancy L. Bleigh
Jan 24, 2026
Nancy L. Bleigh, 87, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away January 24, 2026. She was born on November 15, 1938 in West Virginia to the late Oscar and Agnes Marsh.
Nancy was a devoted member of Chapel of the Cross, where she was very active. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She enjoyed sewing, quilting, gardening, and reading. In...
Diane M. Fair
Jan 23, 2026
Diane M. Fair, 78, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away January 23, 2026. She was born on July 9, 1947 to the late Jim and Annemarie "Snookie" Mauger.
Diane was a 1965 graduate of Central Catholic High School. After graduation, Diane went to work for Union Drawn Steel, where she met the love of her life, Gary Fair. She went on to...
Cheryl Evans
Jan 22, 2026
Cheryl Evans, 69, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away while on vacation with her beloved husband, Terry Evans. Though her passing was unexpected, she left this world doing what she loved—traveling alongside the person she cherished most.
Cheryl’s life was centered around her family. She shared a deep and devoted love with her husband Terry, and nothing brought her more joy than...
Pearl Marie Frank
Jan 22, 2026
Pearl Marie Frank, 94, was born on the Feast of the Guardian Angels, October 2, 1931, and was born to Eternal Life on January 22, 2026.
She was married to the late Alfred Richard Frank for 65 years. Pearl is survived by children Theresa (Richard) Jusseaume, Rose (Donald) Giarrana, Michael (Julie), ReGina Arseneau, Steven, Patrick, Gregory (Laura), Cheryl Mase, and daughter-in-law,...
Phyllis Ann Flowers
Jan 22, 2026
Phyllis Ann Flowers, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on January 22, 2026. Born on February 26, 1951, Phyllis was educated in the Massillon public school system, where she laid the foundation for a life dedicated to service and community involvement.
For 25 years, Phyllis demonstrated unwavering commitment and dedication at the World Kitchen Plant in Massillon, becoming a...
