Obituaries

Gary L Price

Gary L Price

Jun 28, 2025

Gary L. Price, 84, of Massillon, OH, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Gary was born January 9, 1941, in Massillon, OH to the late Glenn and Thelma Price. Gary was a local businessman throughout his life, serving the Massillon community with several locally owned businesses, but is most well-known for his operation of Herm’s Place for...

Judy A. Johnson

Judy A. Johnson

Jun 26, 2025

Judy A. Johnson, 75, of Massillon, passed away on June 26, 2025 at Solon Point Nursing Home.

She was born on May 3, 1950 to the late Charles and Elizabeth (Boda) McClelland at Massillon, OH.

Judy was a private person. She enjoyed playing the lottery, bingo and watching old westerns on the television.

Judy is survived by her loving daughter, Judy Matthews; brothers,...

Larry "Mike" Baer

Larry "Mike" Baer

Jun 26, 2025

Larry “Mike” Baer, 88, passed away June 26, 2025.

Mike was born in Canton, OH on June 14, 1937 to the late Charles and Ruth Baer. He was a 1955 graduate of Timken High School. Mike married the love of his life in 1960, the late Karen Baer. Before her passing in March, they celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary in February....

Lois "Deanna" Mariol

Lois "Deanna" Mariol

Jun 26, 2025

Lois "Deanna" Mariol, 87, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on June 26, 2025. As per Deanna's wishes, cremation will take place and no services will be held at this time. 

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Garry Russell Wright

Garry Russell Wright

Jun 25, 2025

Garry R. Wright, 75, of Coshocton, passed away on June 25, 2025 at Altercare of Navarre. He was born on September 8, 1949 to the late Charles and Anna {Longstreth} Wright.

In addition to his parents, Garry was preceded in death by his daughter Kendall Wright and brother Steve Wright.

Garry is survived by his loving children Charles "Marc" (Abby) Wright and...

Ronald John Blicharski

Ronald John Blicharski

Jun 24, 2025

Ronald John Blicharski, 87, of Massillon, passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 24, 2025 at Danbury of Massillon. He was born in McKeesport, PA on March 19, 1938 to the late John Blicharski and Kathryn (John) {Galusky} Tuday.

In addition to his parents, Ronald was preceded in death by his son-in-law Ishmael Wayne Hibbard.

Ronald is survived by his wife,...

Suzanne "Suzy" Sokoloff Bomze

Suzanne "Suzy" Sokoloff Bomze

Jun 24, 2025

It is with full hearts and loving memories that we say goodbye to Suzanne “Suzy” Sokoloff Bomze—wife, mom, grandmother, sister, friend, neighbor, hostess, fashion icon, bargain hunter, real estate agent, world traveler, and legendary talker. She lived a joyful, generous life marked by curiosity, connection, and a knack for making every gathering just a little more special.

Born in New York...

Phyllis Joanne {Camarata} Define

Phyllis Joanne {Camarata} Define

Jun 24, 2025

Phyllis J. Define, 94, of Massillon, left her earthly home at The Inn at University Village, for her heavenly home on June 24, 2025. She was born on September 10, 1930 to the late Salvatore Cammarata and Ann {Pizzalato} Cammarata.

Phyllis married the love of her life, Vincent "Vinny" Define on New Year's Eve, 1949, and they spent 56 wonderful years...

Carol Lynn Wheele

Carol Lynn Wheele

Jun 23, 2025

Carol Lynn Wheele, 84, died peacefully on Monday June 23, 2025 following a period of declining health due to dementia. She was born in Canton to Paul & Katherine Clauss. She graduated from Washington High School, class of 1958. Carol worked at First National Bank & Massillon City Schools in the cafeteria. Most importantly she was a wonderful wife, mother,...

Wendy Ann Safreed

Wendy Ann Safreed

Jun 22, 2025

Wendy Ann Safreed, 55, of Louisville, passed away on June 22, 2025. She was born in Massillon, OH on May 12, 1970 to the late Joyce {Brackman} Wilson.

In addition to her mother, Wendy was preceded in death by her beloved husband Glen Safreed.

Wendy is survived by her loving children, Sarah (Will Soundz) Safreed, Alan Safreed, Frank (Amberjoy) Safreed and Danielle...

Ingeborg H. Reeves

Ingeborg H. Reeves

Jun 19, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we inform you of the death of our beloved wife, mother and grandmother Ingeborg Reeves (Heindorfer). She was born in Sudetenland on December 31, 1938, and passed away at Altercare of Navarre on June 19, 2025.

She is survived by her husband Cliff, two children, four grandchildren, and two brothers in Germany.

In accordance with her...

Judith "Judy" Ann Smith

Judith "Judy" Ann Smith

Jun 19, 2025

Judith "Judy" Ann Smith, 79, of Navarre, Ohio, passed away June 19, 2025. She was born on May 14, 1946 to the late Albert and Helen (Biblis) Blatti.

Judy spent her whole life in the Canal Fulton and Massillon area. She was known and loved by many. She was a faithful member of Kingdom Hall Jehovah's Witness. Judy was an animal...

David W. Schultz

David W. Schultz

Jun 18, 2025

David W. Schultz, age 80, of Massillon, Ohio died on June 18th, 2025.

Born on December 5, 1944, he was the son of the late William C. Schultz and Lorraine M. (Hartway) Schultz of Richmond, Michigan.

He is survived by his wife, Jane L. (Owens) Schultz, whom he married on January 13, 1973, and two sons, Benjamin and his wife, Britt Willey,...

Peter Nicholas Porrazzo

Peter Nicholas Porrazzo

Jun 17, 2025

Peter Nicholas Porrazzo, age 87, of Massillon, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, at The Laurels of Massillon.

Born on October 22, 1937, in Canton, Ohio, Peter was the son of the late Nicholas and Antoinette (Nerone) Porrazzo. He was a proud 1956 graduate of Lincoln High School and served honorably in The Ohio National Guard.

Peter was well known in...

Richard Allen "Rick" West

Richard Allen "Rick" West

Jun 17, 2025

Richard Allen "Rick" West, of Bolivar, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on June 17, 2025 at Union Hospital in Dover, following a brief illness.

Born on April 19, 1950, Rick was a 1968 graduate of Perry High School and raised his family there before moving to Bolivar in 2000. He worked locally for Merit Plastics and DLH Industries.

Rick...

Glenn Andrew Millar

Glenn Andrew Millar

Jun 16, 2025

Glenn Andrew Millar, 71, of North Lawrence, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025. A lifelong resident of Massillon, Glenn was born on August 11, 1953 to the late Robert A. and Mildred I. {Border} Millar.

In addition to his parents, Glenn was preceded in death by his wife Diane.

Glenn is survived by his loving siblings, Howard (Linda) Millar, Connie (Eugene)...

Roger Fricke

Roger Fricke

Jun 16, 2025

Roger Fricke, 87, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away June 16, 2025. He was born on January 7, 1938 to the late Ralph Otis and Gladys Marie Fricke.

Roger was a 1956 graduate of Canal Fulton High School. After graduation, he served in the U.S. Army in the Division 4 infantry where he played baritone in the band. He was stationed in...

Kevin Michael Andrews II

Kevin Michael Andrews II

Jun 15, 2025

Kevin Michael Andrews II, 43, of Massillon, transitioned unexpectedly on June 15, 2025. A lifelong resident of Massillon, Kevin was born to Kevin M. I and Barbara {Brady} Andrews on March 5, 1982. He graduated from Massillon Washington High School, class of 2000, and shortly after, joined the United States Army.

Kevin was baptized at an early age, and attended Mount...

Richard Gerald Lindower

Richard Gerald Lindower

Jun 14, 2025

Richard G. Lindower (affectionately known as Dicky), age 82, of Canton, passed away on the evening of June 14th, at Aultman Woodlawn, following a courageous fight with cancer, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was born in Canton, Ohio, on March 16th, 1943 to Ralph and Lois {Godar} Lindower. After high school, Richard served in the United States Air...

Robert A. Lynn

Robert A. Lynn

Jun 11, 2025

Robert A. Lynn, 85, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on June 11, 2025. He was born on May 1, 1940 to the late Emerson and Bertha Lynn.

Robert was a 1958 graduate of Washington High School. He served proudly in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1961 as a paratrooper. He was married November 7, 1959 to Ursula (Addessi) Lynn. After...

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