Maureen Haffner
May 20, 2025
Maureen Haffner, 94, of Massillon, passed away on May 20, 2025 at Justin T. Rogers Hospice Center.
She was born on May 24, 1930 to the late Michael and Margaret (Baker) Fenlon in Liverpool, England
Maureen retired from Jackson Local Schools in 1993. She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish, where she volunteered with The St. Vincent DePaul Society Food Pantry....
Loretta 'Cook' Saunier
May 19, 2025
Loretta 'Cook' Saunier, 86, of Massillon, passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025. Loretta was born on June 20, 1938 in Canton, OH the daughter of the late Jacob and Alice (Fritz) Lehmiller.
She is survived by her sons, Doug (Bambi) Saunier, and Terry (Jackie) Saunier; and sister, Jeannie Burnette.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,...
Thomas H. James
May 19, 2025
Thomas H. James, 74, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord on May 19, 2025.
Tom was born April 19, 1951, in Canton, OH, to the late Francis and Kathryn James. He graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in 1969. Tom then attended the University of Cincinnati, pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering. The Vietnam War interrupted, and...
Jennifer Lynn Bradford
May 18, 2025
Jennifer Lynn Bradford, 49, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2025. She was born on February 25, 1976 to Gloria and Von Bradford.
Jennifer worked at the Massillon Wal-Mart for almost 25 years as a cashier. She was known to many in the community from her time spent there. She was a 1995 Timken High School graduate, where...
W. D. "Dean" Loar, Jr.
May 17, 2025
W. D. "Dean" Loar, Jr., 89, of Massillon, passed away on May 17, 2025 at The Inn at University Village.
He was born on July 25, 1935 to the late Wilbur and Myrna (Hall) Loar, Sr. in Newark, OH.
A 1953 graduate of Washington High School, Dean was a veteran of The United States Marine Corps. He then started working for Ohio...
Elizabeth Marie Hemperly
May 17, 2025
Elizabeth Marie Hemperly, 94, of Massillon, passed away on May 17, 2025. A lifelong resident of Massillon, Elizabeth was born to the late Russell and Eva {Swisher} Mang.
In addition to her parents, Elizabeth was preceded in death by her beloved husband James Hemperly in 2003, and her brother Jim Mang.
Elizabeth is survived by her loving children Tom (Kathy) Hemperly, Jeff...
Charlotte Kresovich
May 16, 2025
Charlotte Kresovich, 80, of Canton, passed away on May 16, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic / Mercy Hospital.
She was born on February 14, 1945 to the late Michael and Agnes (Cvijich) Kresovich in Massillon, OH.
A 1963 graduate of Washington High School, she received her B.S. in Education from Muskingum University in 1967 and her M.S. in Education from The University of...
Jerry W. Singer
May 16, 2025
Jerry W. Singer, 82, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully following a lengthy illness on May 16, 2025. He was born on October 21, 1942 in Massillon to the late Willis and Velma (Tesch) Singer.
Jerry grew up in North Lawrence and was a 1960 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. He worked as a machinist for R.W. Screw Products for...
Marjorie Ellen Craney
May 16, 2025
Marjorie Ellen Craney, 77, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025 at Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care, surrounded by her family. She was born in Cambridge, Ohio on December 20, 1947 to Virgil and Velma (King) Hively.
Marjorie was a 1965 graduate of Timken Vocational High School. Marjorie was employed at Seiple Lithograph for 24 years. She was a devoted wife to...
Charles Joseph Barnhart
May 15, 2025
Charles Joseph Barnhart, "Chuck" to his siblings, "Charlie" to his friends, of Canton, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at the age of 83. He was born on March 13, 1942 to the late Orland and Madeline {Sumser} Barnhart.
In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his beloved wife Shirley Barnhart, siblings Bernard, Floyd, John and...
Cindy R. Eversole
May 14, 2025
Cynthia Rae Eversole, 69, of Massillon, passed away on May 14, 2025. A lifelong resident of Massillon, Cindy was born on December 29, 1955 to the late Richard and Shirley {Balzer} Eversole.
In addition to her parents, Cindy is preceded in death by her brothers Richard and Michael Eversole.
Cindy is survived by her loving siblings, Cheryl Eversole, Randy Eversole, and Pamela...
Alfreda S. Burkett
May 14, 2025
Alfreda S. 'Fritz' Burkett, 94, of Jackson Township, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at Amherst Meadows with her family by her side. Alfreda was born on March 4, 1931 in Massillon, the daughter of the late Andrew and Pelage (Budny) Wojcinski.
Alfreda was a lifelong resident of Massillon and graduate of Washington High School. She worked for several local...
Frank L. Dale Jr.
May 14, 2025
Frank Leroy Dale, 91, of Massillon, passed away on May 14, 2025. He was born in Minatare, NE on December 2, 1933 to the late Frank L. Dale Sr. and Alice {Pratt} Duckett.
In addition to his parents, Frank is preceded in death by his son Benjamin Dale and sister Shirley Dale.
Frank is survived by his loving daughter, Heidi (Keith) Ruby;...
Glendora Anne Brownsword
May 13, 2025
On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, Glendora Anne Brownsword peacefully transitioned from her earthly body to eternal life. Born on July 21, 1965, in Canton, Ohio, to Julia (Egan) King and Glen Brownsword, Glendora was a proud graduate of Timken Senior High School, Class of 1985. In 2013, driven by her boundless compassion and selfless love for others, she earned her...
Frank Suarez, Jr.
May 13, 2025
Frank Suarez Jr., a devoted husband, loving father, and caring grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at Gables of Green. He was 91 years old.
Born in Sada, Spain, on November 22, 1933, Frank was the son of Francisco and Carmen (Riveiro) Suarez. He moved to the United States with his mother in 1941, joining his father who had...
Shirley R. Jeffries
May 13, 2025
Shirley Ruth Jeffries, 87, of Massillon, passed away on May 13, 2025. She was born on November 7, 1937 to the late Gilbert "Bert" and Dorothy {Ramsey} Lang.
In addition to her parents, Shirley is preceded in death by her beloved husband William Jeffries and several siblings.
Shirley is survived by her loving daughter, Betty (Randy) Smith; granddaughter Hannah Smith; grandson Travis...
Ila Lou Harvey
May 13, 2025
Ila Lou Harvey, 81, of North Lawrence, Ohio, passed away May 13, 2025. She was born on December 12, 1943 to the late Everett and Faye Caldwell.
Ila worked as a Registered Nurse until her retirement. She enjoyed painting, quilting, and sewing in her free time. She also attended Anchor Baptist Church for many years.
In addition to her parents, Ila is...
Lorrine Marie Schrader
May 12, 2025
Lorrine Marie Schrader, 88, of Massillon, passed away on May 12, 2025 at Amherst Meadows. She was born on May 2, 1937 to the late Howard and Marie {Plotts} Ritter.
In addition to her parents, Lorrine was preceded in death by her beloved husband Bruce R. Schrader.
Lorrine is survived by her loving daughter, Tami (Dean) Morgan; son, Bruce R. Schrader II...
Darlene S. Hahlen
May 10, 2025
Together Again
Darlene Shirley (Hykes) Hahlen, 83, formerly of East Canton, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025. Born on March 14, 1942, Darlene was preceded in death by parents, Paul and Freda Hykes, brother Daniel P. Hykes, and husband of 56 years, Richard Lee Hahlen. Darlene will be lovingly remembered by her grandson, Matthew Hahlen, and granddaughter Megan Hahlen, both...
Lucile R. Mazon
May 9, 2025
Lucille R. Mazon, 100, of Massillon, passed away on May 9, 2025, at Meadow Wind Health Care Center.
She was born on January 9, 1925, to the late Joseph and Josephine (Prietti) Dominick in Canton, OH.
Lucille was a graduate of McKinley High School. She was a member of Perry Christian Church. She like to crochet, bake, cook, and garden. Lucille was...
