Freddie B. Diss
Apr 22, 2026
Together Again
Freddie B Diss, age 86, of Massillon, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 22nd, 2026. He was born August 2nd, 1939, in Canton Ohio, son of the late Thomas A. and Mary E. (Maier) Diss.
Fred loved playing football and excelled as a running back during his high school years. He was a Timken...
Mary Longheier
Apr 22, 2026
Mary Margaret Schwab Longheier, age 97, of Massillon, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening with her family by her side.
She was born on April 27, 1928 at home in Bellaire, Ohio and was the daughter of the late John and Margaret Schwab. She was a graduate of Brewster High School.
After graduation, she worked in Massillon and met her future husband. The...
Kristi Lynn Vogt
Apr 21, 2026
Kristi Lynn Vogt, 54, of Massillon, passed away on April 21, 2026 at Cleveland Clinic / Mercy Hospital.
She was born on December 3, 1971 at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH.
Kristi was kind, considerate, loving, and selfless person. She loved to play video games, animals, and playing Bocce ball. She participated in The Special Olympics, where she won a...
Latoria Michelle Buchanan
Apr 21, 2026
Latoria Michelle Buchanan, a cherished member of her community and beloved family matriarch, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026. Born on February 16, 1981, Latoria lived a life marked by compassion, dedication, and an unwavering love for those closest to her.
A proud graduate of Washington High School, Latoria’s life was a testament to the values instilled in her during...
Janet Marie Whitfield
Apr 19, 2026
Janet Whitfield, a lifelong resident of Massillon, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the age of 77.
Born on June 8, 1948, Janet was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend whose life was centered around love, family, and caring for others. She will be remembered for her warm heart, nurturing spirit, and the joy she brought...
Marlene Carol Lepley
Apr 18, 2026
Marlene Carol Lepley, 93, originally of Mentor, Ohio passed away April 18, 2026. Marlene also resided in Westerville Ohio and most recently, Massillon Ohio. She was born on November 25, 1932 to the late Philip and Marcella Manis.
Marlene was a 1953 graduate of Mentor High School. She married the love of her life, Herman “Paul” Lepley in July of 1953....
Donna Lynn Hibbitts
Apr 18, 2026
Donna Lynn Hibbitts, 75, of Massillon, passed away on April 18, 2026 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy.
She was born on October 8, 1950 to the late Herbert Ball and the late Myrl (Adkins) Ball-Hughes in West Hamlin, WV.
Donna was dedicated to her family. A devoted mother, grandmother and spouse. She enjoyed Gospel Music, Bingo, sewing, baking , and quilting.
Donna is survived...
Sherry-Jean Rylee DeVault
Apr 16, 2026
Sherry-Jean Rylee DeVault, born April 15, 2026, passed away April 16, 2026 after fighting for 26 hours and 26 minutes to meet us. Named after her grandmother and great-grandmother who are now holding the most beautiful part of our lives until we meet again.
Though she was loved by many who wish she could stay, our Ray of Sunshine was simply...
Terry Lee Henderson
Apr 15, 2026
Terry Lee Henderson, 71, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away April 15, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born on June 16, 1954, to William and Carol Henderson Brown.
Born and raised in Massillon, he was a proud 1972 Washington High School graduate. Terry was a U.S. Navy veteran, earning the rank of Hospital Corpsman Third Class. He received his Certificate...
Johnie Lewis
Apr 14, 2026
Johnie Lewis, a devoted family man and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026. Born on August 11, 1939, Johnie lived a life marked by dedication, service, and love, leaving behind a legacy cherished by all who knew him.
Johnie earned his high school diploma from Sandy Valley High School in 1957, an achievement that laid the foundation for...
Trenton Amir-Raheem Campbell
Apr 14, 2026
Trenton Amir-Raheem Campbell, 19 of Massillon Ohio, passed away in a tragic car accident on April 14th, 2026. Trenton grew up in Massillon where he attended Massillon Washington High School & graduated as a state champion in 2024. He was attending Buckeye Career Center to become a heavy machine operator. Trenton enjoyed sports, friends, family, cars, working and making everyone...
Carol Jean Gardner
Apr 13, 2026
Carol Jean Gardner, 79, of Massillon, passed away on April 13, 2026 at Laurels of Massillon.
She was born on January 19, 1947 to the late Rollie and Marjorie (Kelly) Gardner in Massillon, OH.
Carol was a graduate of Washington High School. She was a member of the Salvation Army, where she worked as a custodian for 62 years. The City of...
Virginia Carol Casady
Apr 11, 2026
Virginia Carol Casady, 79, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on April 11, 2026. She was born on March 28, 1947 to the late Percy and Frieda Foster.
Virginia was a 1965 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. She spent over 30 years working for AVI Foodsystems, where she later retired from. After retirement, Virginia was a volunteer for...
Lee T Cecil
Apr 8, 2026
Lee T. Cecil, 82, of Massillon, passed away April 8, 2026.
Lee was born on March 2, 1944, in Massillon, OH to the late Elden and Catherine Cecil. He was a 1964 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. Soon after achieving his diploma, Lee went on to work for Republic Steel (of Massillon), where he retired after 50+ years as a...
Stanton A. Crofut
Apr 7, 2026
Stanton A. Crofut, 89, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away April 7, 2026. He was born on December 14, 1936 to the late Stanton and Stella Crofut.
Stanton was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran. He was active within his church, Grace United Church of Christ, where he was always willing to lend a hand. In his spare time, Stanton enjoyed woodworking,...
Adam James Kress
Apr 6, 2026
Adam J. Kress, 46, of Massillon, OH, passed away April 6, 2026, after a brief illness.
Adam was born on April 12, 1979, in Canton, OH to Dave and Linda Kress. He was a graduate of Louisville High School. Adam was drawn to music at a very young age, teaching himself to play guitar at 12 years old, alongside his best...
Kenneth William Avers
Apr 6, 2026
Kenneth William Avers passed away peacefully at home on April 6, 2026, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Violet Adele Witting and Wilhelm AveMaria.
Ken was born May 8, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois. He moved to Massillon, Ohio in 1977 from Frankfort, Illinois with his family. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Christine...
Robert M. Pasters
Apr 5, 2026
Robert M. Pasters, 68, of Canton, passed away on April 5, 2026 at Aultman Hospital.
He was born on October 1, 1957 to the late Robert L. and Mildred (Beard) Pasters in Berea, OH.
He attended Washington High School. Robert worked as a nurses aide at several area nursing centers and also did private duty. He enjoyed bingo, animals, camping, and working...
Eddie James Wright
Apr 2, 2026
Eddie James Wright, 70, of Canton, Ohio, passed away April 2, 2026. He was born on March 8, 1956 to the late Steve and Louise Wright.
Eddie enjoyed watching old cowboy pictures, playing spades, working on cars and spending time with his beloved grandchildren. He also loved his dog, Spike.
In addition to his parents, Eddie is preceded in death by his...
Gwendolyn E Williams
Apr 1, 2026
Gwendolyn Evon Murry-Williams age 54, affectionately known as “Bozo” and Gwen to her loved ones transitioned on April 1, 2026.
Gwen was born on November 5, 1971, in Little Rock, Arkansas.
She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and strength that will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Gwen moved from Arkansas to Ohio...
