Ronald J. Sinay
Sep 4, 2025
Ronald J. Sinay, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on February 8, 1936 to the late John and Virginia (Perretta) Sinay in Canton Ohio. He graduated from Timken High School in 1954. He then proudly served in the United States Air Force for four...
Sandra Rogers
Sep 3, 2025
Sandra L Rogers, 66, of Massillon passed away September 3rd 2025. She was born on July 13th 1959 to late Mary Ellen Stewart and late Nathan Jefferies.
Sandy fought a long hard battle with cancer, but treatments did not stop her from doing the things she loved. Sandy loved family time with a cocktail in her hand, her animals, and her...
Janet R Slone
Aug 31, 2025
Janet Ruth (Denton) Slone, 72, passed away on August 31, 2025, peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Aultman Hospital in Canton after a long illness.
Jan was born in Millersburg, Ohio, and she was the daughter of the late Raymond Denton and Amy Whitehouse. Janet, a 1971 graduate of Perry High School, spent most of her life in the Perry...
Skyler Edward Correll
Aug 30, 2025
Skyler Edward Correll, 32, of Akron, passed away on August 30, 2025 at UH Portage Medical Center.
He was born on December 8, 1992 to Kimberly (Correll) Payne in Phoenix, AZ.
Skyler was a graduate of Hoover High School, and worked for Built Forever Construction. He enjoyed working with his hands, hiking, camping, and spending time outdoors. As a member of The...
Kenneth L. Smith
Aug 30, 2025
Kenneth L. Smith, a cherished husband, brother, uncle, and dedicated veteran, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on March 27, 1949, in Massillon, Ohio, Kenneth lived a life that was marked by his unwavering commitment to family, service, and work.
Kenneth enjoyed a lengthy and fulfilling career with Republic Steel, contributing to the community...
Arthur Allen Blake
Aug 30, 2025
Arthur Allen Blake, 83, of Massillon, passed away on August 30, 2025 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.
He was born on June 27, 1942 to the late Frank and Eleanor (Gibson) Blake in Cleveland, OH.
Art was a veteran of The United States Army. He retired from Timken Company in 2004. He loved to watch Cleveland Sports and spend time with his...
Maryann Chesmar
Aug 30, 2025
Maryann Chesmar, 74, of Massillon, passed away on August 30, 2025, at Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care.
She was born on January 14, 1951, to Samuel and Mareta (Rose) Chesmar at Barberton, OH.
Maryann worked as a Laborer for Wayne Dalton Rolling Doors for over 25 years.
Maryann leaves behind brother; Leigh Chesmar and sister; Rebecca Chesmar.
She was preceded in death by her father;...
Roger Arthur Christ
Aug 29, 2025
Roger A. Christ, 76, former Assistant General Counsel of Nationwide Insurance Company of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Born in Bufffalo, he was a graduate of Bishop Turner High School, Saint Joseph's College of Rensselear, Indiana, and Ohio Northern University, Claude Pettit School of Law.
After earning his B.A. degree in English - Philosophy, he entered the U.S....
Todd "Nic" Nicolas
Aug 29, 2025
Todd ‘Nic’ Nicolas, 61, of Jackson Twp, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on August 29, 2025, from a heart attack. Born on September 29, 1963, Todd’s life ended too soon, but he lived each day with joy, intention, and love.
Above all, Todd was devoted to his family. His heart was full when teaching life lessons to his children and creating lasting...
Jennifer Mae Yohn
Aug 29, 2025
Jennifer Mae Yohn, 50, of Massillon, passed away on August 29, 2025 at home, following an extended illness.
She was born on May 10, 1975 to Henry and Virginia (Woods) Pandrea in Canton, OH.
Jenni was a graduate of Tuslaw High School and retired from Speedway in 2018. She loved cooking, caring for others, camping, roller coasters, and traveling. Jenni was always...
Jeffrey Jay Kraus
Aug 28, 2025
Jeffrey Jay Kraus, 69, of Navarre, passed away on August 28, 2025 at Altercare of Navarre, following a period of declining health.
He was born on July 22, 1956 to the late Harley and Jeannette (Mummertz) Kraus in Navarre, OH.
Jeffrey had an electronics repair business. He was very active with The Navarre Historical Society and was a member of Holy Family...
Albert Frank Bussard
Aug 28, 2025
Albert Frank Bussard, 71, of Navarre, Ohio, passed away August 28, 2025. He was born on July 13, 1954 in Canton, Ohio to the late Rodger and Pearl (Anderson) Bussard.
Albert was a 1972 graduate of Jackson High School. He was owner and operator of Al's Greenhouse, as well as A and B Wholesale for many years. Albert was a member...
Daryl Lee Keller
Aug 26, 2025
Daryl Lee Keller, age 74, of Massillon entered into Heaven peacefully at home after a long battle with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF).
He was born to Dale and Betty (Netzly) Keller in Massillon, Ohio on March 15, 1951, and lived his entire life in Massillon. Upon graduation from Perry High School in 1969, Daryl began work at Ohio Bell (now AT&T)...
Mary Lou Shemas
Aug 25, 2025
Mary Lou Shemas, 86, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on August 25, 2025.
Mary Lou, or "Nini" as she was affectionately known to her family, was born to Marjorie (Haas) Ott and John Ott in their home near Stone Creek, Ohio, on June 26, 1939. A 1957 graduate of Timken High School, she briefly worked for...
Betty J. Stephen
Aug 24, 2025
Betty J. Stephen, age 99 of Massillon, Ohio.
She was born on August 8, 1926 and passed away on August 24, 2025.
There will be no service.
The family request no flowers.
Cheryl "Tina" Christine Gardner
Aug 24, 2025
Cheryl C. Gardner, “Tina”, age 59, passed away August 24, 2025.
Tina was born September 3, 1965, in Canton, OH, to the late Richard Debock and Sandra Gardner-Dunfee.
She was a 1983 graduate of Tuslaw High School. Tina enjoyed collecting dragons and doing crafts. She was known for her decoration skills, especially around the holidays and the changing of seasons. Easter and...
Angie M. Brockett
Aug 24, 2025
Angie M. Brockett, age 52, of Massillon, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 24, 2025.
Angie was born on November 24, 1972, in Aurora, Colorado to George Goodman and Donna Stalder. For much of Angie’s childhood, she and her family moved around as her father was in the United States Air Force. She had lived in many places...
Donald Wayne Manweiler
Aug 20, 2025
Donald Wayne Manweiler, 72, of Willoughby Hills, passed away on August 26, 2025, at Willoughby Hills Group Home. He was born on January 31, 1953, to Robert and Hisayo (Yamamoto) Manweiler at Fort Marmer, NJ. We celebrate Donnie's legacy of a happy disposition, ever-present smiles and eagerness to shake everyone's hand. May we honor Donnie by continuing to share smiles,...
Donald Maricle
Aug 20, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Donald Gene Maricle Age 74 – A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Donald went to be with the lord, surrounded by the love of his family.
Donald loved his wife and family above all else and dedicated his life to being a strong, faithful provider....
Reverend John Edward Criss
Aug 20, 2025
In God’s perfect timing on August 21, 2025, Reverend John Edward Criss, 62, of Canton, Ohio, was called to Heaven. Though we grieve his passing, we find peace that he is now in the presence of the One he faithfully served.
Born on September 1, 1962, in Canton, Ohio, John was the tenth child of Reverend Edgar Calvin and Geneva Criss....
