Jim Halter
Jul 9, 2025
Jim Halter, 81, of Jackson Township passed away on July 9, 2025, at Amherst Meadows following an extended illness. He was born April 10, 1944, to the late Nicholas and Bernice (Shafrath) Halter.
Jim is survived by his loving wife of 60 years Mary Ellen (Tatka) Halter; daughters, Kathryn (Bob) Fortman, Karen Halter, Kristina (Mark) Blake; grandchildren, Alex and Emma Fortman...
Barbara Ann Adams
Jul 9, 2025
With grace and peace, Barbara A. Adams transitioned to be with the Lord at home on July 9, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on February 10, 1938, in Massillon, Ohio, Barbara lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service to others.After marrying her high school sweetheart, William C. “Willie” Pierce, in 1957, Barbara devoted herself to building...
Barbara J. Troyer
Jul 8, 2025
Barb went to be with her heavenly Father on July 8, 2025 after a fierce and brave fight with pancreatic cancer.
She was an unconditionally loving mother to Jason. She was am amazing sister to Pamela Pledgure (Marvin) and Joe Vogt, Jr. She was an exceptional and loyal friend to many. Special mention to Joleen D., Laura R., Drinda H., Lori...
Richard David "Dave" Watters
Jul 8, 2025
Richard David "Dave" Watters entered his heavenly home on July 8, 2025 surrounded by his loving family, from an extended illness.
He was born in Lima, Ohio in 1939, but had lived in Jackson Township for 44 years. He was a credit supervisor for Ohio Power/AEP from 1967 to 2000, retiring in December of 2000. Dave graduated in 1957 from Lima...
Sandra E. Giltz
Jul 7, 2025
In the heart of Minnesota’s Iron Range, Sandy grew up surrounded by the love of family, music, and the traditions of her Finnish heritage and Lutheran faith. Her childhood in Cherry was filled with aunts, uncles and cousins, who honed her funny bone and watched her grow into the graceful woman she would become. Sandy attended Suomi College in Hancock,...
Briana Nicole "Queen B" Shinholster
Jul 6, 2025
Briana Nicole Shinholster, 35, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 6th, 2025. Briana was born April 16th, 1990 in Massillon, Ohio to Renae Gardener and Christopher Shinholster.
Bri was a very talented person who loved to play basketball, volleyball and track in high school. She attended Massillon Washington High School and graduated in 2009. She enjoyed working as a home health care...
Joshua Abraham Capes
Jul 6, 2025
Joshua Abraham Capes,41 years old passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Mercy Cleveland Clinic in Canton, Ohio.
Joshua is survived by his two children, Talon and Karlie Capes of Louisville, his father Kenneth (Kathy Ullom) Capes of Minerva, and his mother Alica (Jim) Degarmo of Canton.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Tara Capes, who succumbed to...
Philip D. Williams Sr.
Jul 6, 2025
Philip D. Williams Sr., age 67, passed away after his courageous and resilient battle with cancer on July 6, 2025. He was born in Massillon, Ohio on April 27, 1958, to the late Louise D. Williams. In his spare time, he enjoyed sports, listening to music, barbecuing, and riding his motorcycle.
Philip was a die-hard Pittsburg Steelers and Massillon Tigers fan....
Cheryl D. Smith
Jul 6, 2025
Cheryl D. {Wiggins} Smith, 79, of Massillon, passed away on July 6, 2025 at The Inn at University Village. She was born on January 15, 1946 to the late Ralph H. and Mary C. {Moore}Wiggins.
In addition to her parents, Cheryl was preceded in death by her son Tim L. Wiggins and brother Danny L. Wiggins.
Cheryl is survived by her loving...
Rebecca Yvonne Fabianich
Jul 6, 2025
Rebecca Yvonne Fabianich, 71, of Massillon, passed away on July 6, 2025. She was born on October 15, 1953 to the late Joseph and Evelyn {Spurlock} Williams.
In addition to her parents, Becky was preceded in death by her beloved husband John Fabianich Sr., brother John Williams and foster daughter Jacqueline Fitch.
Becky is survived by her loving daughter, Jennifer (Brian) Lautzenheiser...
Mary E. Woodall
Jul 4, 2025
Mary Emma Woodall, 77, formerly of Massillon, passed away on July 4, 2025 at Avon Place Nursing Center, following an extended illness.
She was born on August 5, 1947 to the late Jacob and Anna (Rock) Passo, Sr. in Brownsville, PA.
A graduate of Beth Center High School, class of 1965, she moved to the Akron area and started her career. Mary...
Ronald Bernard Tynan Sr.
Jul 4, 2025
With gratitude for a life well lived we announce the passing of Ronald Bernard Tynan Sr. on July 4th, 2025. Ron aspired to live the American Dream and accomplished just that. A true patriot and self-made man with a relentless work ethic he built a successful career, beautiful home and loving family. That's why it was endearing that the last...
Judith M. Busby
Jul 4, 2025
Judith M. Busby (Ferris) passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4. She died at home after a brief illness with her husband and daughter close by. Judy was 80 and was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Audrey Ferris and by her son, Chris.
Judy was a native of Harrison County where she spent her childhood, graduated from Cadiz...
Mary Ellen Ragan
Jul 3, 2025
Mary Ellen Ragan, 72, of Massillon, died July 3, 2025. She was the daughter of Edward and Rose Ragan, who predeceased her. Mary Ellen graduated from Girard High School in 1971.
She lived in Stark County for many years, the last 22 in Massillon. She had worked as a cook, with most of her career spent at Bob Evans in North...
Ernest Weldon Brown
Jul 2, 2025
Ernest Weldon Brown, 75, of Navarre, passed away on July 2, 2025 at The Pavilion at Jackson Ridge.
He was born on January 8, 1950 to the late Edward and Olive (Wadsworth) Brown in Massillon, OH.
A 1968 graduate of Fairless High School, he received his Bachelor of Divinity from Bible Baptist Seminary in 1972. He was called to the Mission field...
Laurence F. Dowdall
Jun 29, 2025
Laurence F. Dowdall, 75, of Canton, Ohio, passed away June 29, 2025, following the loss of his beloved wife, Karen. He was born on January 7, 1950 in Jamestown, New York to the late Francis and Cecilia Dowdall (Pernick). Prior to moving to Canton, Ohio in 2021, Larry and his wife lived in Jamestown, New York.
Larry was devoted to his...
Judith Ann Fry
Jun 29, 2025
Judith Ann {Matheny} Fry passed away on June 29, 2025. Judy was born in Massillon on May 12, 1944 to the late Clarence and Edna {Bender} Matheny. She attended Washington High School with the class of '62. In addition to her parents and stepfather Leo Leaver, Judy is preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Larry D. Fry,...
Michelle Ellis
Jun 28, 2025
Michelle Ellis, 68, of Canton, Ohio, passed away June 28, 2025, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
Michelle was born the youngest of 12, to the late Walter F. and Juanita (Ford) Ellis in Canton, Ohio on September 4, 1956. She is preceded in death by her parents, siblings Myrtle Simms, Walter Ellis Jr., Gloria Patterson, Theresa Gracia, and Greg...
Diane Lee Costello
Jun 28, 2025
Diane (Pribich) Costello was taken into the arms of Our Lord and Savior surrounded by her loving family and friends on June 28, 2025. She was born on December 6, 1944 to the late George (Jock) and Agnes (Bunny) Pribich in Massillon. Diane graduated from WHS in 1962 and was a proud member of the Massillon Tiger Swing Band. She...
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...
