Mettie J. Varga
Sep 26, 2019
Mettie J. (Ketler) Varga, age 93 of North Lawrence passed away on September 26, 2019, at Altercare Country Lawn Center. She was born in North Lawrence on March 8, 1926; a daughter to the late Harry and Nellie Ketler. Mettie was close to and proud of her family. She shared her kindness with family and friends. She is preceded...
Diana Kay Holstein
Sep 24, 2019
Diana Kay Holstein, 63, of Perry Township, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. Diana was born on March 25, 1956 in Orrville, Ohio the daughter of the late Oliver and Edith (Crawford) Morrison. Diana worked for the State of Ohio at the Apple Creek Developmental Center for over 20 years as a residential assistant. She enjoyed attending...
Adrian R. Gross
Sep 24, 2019
Adrian Russell Gross, 2 years old, found peace on September 24th, 2019. He was born on August 8th, 2017 in Canton. Adrian came into this world a blessing to all whose lives he’s touched. He was a bright light in our world and taught us all many things: perseverance, adaptability, determination, and true unconditional love. He is survived by...
Lorraine Kaye Bigler
Sep 23, 2019
Lorraine K. Bigler, age 70 of Beach City, passed away on September 23, 2019 in Canton, Ohio. She was born on January 27, 1949 to Lester and Virginia “June” Shelt in Navarre, Ohio. Lorraine loved her family, enjoyed gardening, canning, making apple butter, crafting, playing euchre. She is preceded by her parents, brothers, David Shelt, Russell “Jake” Shelt, Graylon...
John E. Swint
Sep 21, 2019
John E. Swint, 86, passed away on September 21, 2019, at Alter Care at Nobles Pond in Canton, following an extended illness. He was born in Notasulga, AL on December 1, 1932, to the late Jimmy Andrew and Ora Lee (Motley) Swint. John lived in Canton most of his life. He worked for Massillon Steel Castings and part time...
Peggy Berardi
Sep 19, 2019
Peggy Berardi, 64, passed away in Akron on September 19, 2019. She was born on August 3, 1955 in Akron, Ohio to the late William and Kathleen (Brunner) McKay. A graveside service will be held in Peggy's memory at a late date.
Phyllis Elaine Flowers
Sep 18, 2019
Phyllis Elaine Bell was born to the late Charles and Margaret Bell on August 19, 1949. She was the youngest born to this union. She was proceeded in death by her parents and brother, Kenneth Bell. Phyllis was baptized and saved at an early age at Friendship Baptist Church in Massillon, Ohio. Phyllis was raised and lived in Massillon,...
Alice Hunter Sherrard
Sep 18, 2019
Alice Hunter Sherrard, 92, of Massillon, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, after a brief illness. She was born on May 5, 1927 in Barnhill, Ohio to the late Lewis and Carrie (Hawkins) Hunter. Alice worked as an office manager for Dr. Chitrabanu in Canton and retired at the age of 70. She was a lifelong member of...
Pauline V. Simpson
Sep 14, 2019
Pauline V. Simpson, 87, of Massillon, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2019. Pauline is survived by son, Archie Toland and daughter, Lilly Kornacki; 2 granddaughters and 2 grandsons; and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. at the Paquelet and Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home. Burial will be at Massillon Cemetery...
Linda R. Roush
Sep 14, 2019
Linda R. Roush, 77, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, September 14, 2019. She was born in Massillon on August 2, 1941 to Harold and Loretta (Tantz) Hoffman. Linda was always an outgoing person, who loved her birds, Elvis, dancing and wine. She was always available to help family or friends. She is survived by her children, Linda...
Jose Carlos Vazquez Jr.
Sep 14, 2019
Jose Carlos Vazquez Jr. age 88 of Canton, Ohio, passed away on September 14, 2019 in Canton. Jose was born on February 11, 1931 in Canton, Ohio to Jose and Rosario Vazquez. He graduated from Timken Vocational High School and from the Cleveland Institute of Art where he was also taught classes in advertising. He joined the US Army...
Tharon Mark Cocklin
Sep 13, 2019
Tharon Mark Cocklin, new born son of Brennen M. and Jennifer (Hall) Cocklin, passed away peacefully in his parents arms, on September 13, 2019. He was born in Canton on September 12, 2019. Tharon is also survived by his sister, Alanie; grandparents, Maria Hall and Mark and Leslie Cocklin; aunts, Aubrey Cocklin and Molly Hall; and two cousins. He...
Robert W Miller
Sep 12, 2019
Robert W. Miller, 87, of Massillon, passed away suddenly Thursday, September 12, 2019 in his home. Bob was born in Canton, Ohio to Warren and Arline (Burkhardt) Miller. He was a 1949 graduate of Lincoln High School, retired from United Steel Foundries in Canton as a black smith and worked as a tile setter for many years. He served...
Lois Marie Vance
Sep 12, 2019
Lois (Williamson) Vance, 86, of Canal Fulton went home to be with the LORD on September 12, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband Tary, grandson Patrick, her parents HK and Bessie Williamson, sister Pearl Adkins and brothers Charles (Martha) and Jessie Williamson. She is survived by her daughters Terry Marie (Eddie) Coleman and Pearl V. (Mike)...
Debra L. Friend
Sep 11, 2019
Debra L. Friend, 54, of Massillon, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2019. Debra was born on January 11, 1965 in Canton, the daughter of the late Harold and Delores (Thane) Nelson. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1983 graduate of McKinley High School. Debra enjoyed collecting stuffed bears, watching crime shows and reading novels....
Nicole M. Roe
Sep 11, 2019
Nicole M. Roe, 30, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 11, 2019. Nicole was born on February 6, 1989 in Canton, the daughter of David Roe and Diana (Daniel) Swihart. She was a lifelong resident of the area. Nicole attended Washington High School. Nicole worked for Peace, Love and Doughnuts and the Bell Gas Station. She loved...
Clarence "Bill Koontz
Sep 10, 2019
Clarence W. Koontz, 75, of Massillon, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. Clarence was born on August 16, 1944 in Massillon, the son of the late Clarence and Mary (Ivan) Koontz. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Washington High School. Bill was a United States Army veteran and served our country during...
Bruno Codispoti
Sep 9, 2019
Bruno Codispoti November 5, 1931 – September 9, 2019 Bruno was born to Giuseppe and Sofia Codispoti in Sant ’Andrea, Italy. He was trained in Rome, Italy as a master custom tailor, and came to the US in 1959. Bruno was married to Nancy (Russell) Codispoti in 1961 and they had two daughters, Lisa Codispoti and Jolinda (Codispoti) Seiple....
James "Peanut" Michael Thornsberry Ii
Sep 9, 2019
James “Peanut” M. Thornsberry II, age 32, passed away on Monday, September 9th after a long-term medical condition. He was born on September 24, 1986 to James and Vicki (Harwig) Thornsberry. Peanut was a graduate of Washington High School and proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military career, Peanut attended the Ohio Center...
Richard E. "Dickie" Cleveland
Sep 8, 2019
Richard E. “ Dickie” Cleveland, 59, lost his courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer on Sunday, September 8, 2019. He was born in Massillon on March 17, 1960 to Willie Lee and Esther (Calhoun) Cleveland. He was a graduate of Washington High School and attended Marshal University. Dickie was known as a Football Star in the Massillon area. Known for...
