Cathie Jo Gehman
Dec 11, 2016
Cathie Jo Gehman, age 67, passed away on December 11, 2016, following an extended illness. She was born in Canton on July 29, 1949 to the late Joseph and June (Hostutler) Gehman. Cathie's interest were socializing with friends and family, playing cards and wearing jewelry that she would create. She also enjoyed going out to eat and dances. She...
Todd V. Powell
Dec 10, 2016
Todd V. Powell, 38 passed away unexpectedly at home on December 10, 2016. He was born in Canton on April 4, 1978. He worked many years as a mover until an injury prevented him from working. He loved fishing and music. The love of his children was his greatest gift. He is survived by his six daughters, Jaymee, Micah,...
Robert Leo Mcmahon
Dec 10, 2016
Robert "Bob" Leo McMahon, 90, of, Massillon, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2016 surrounded by his loving family at the Inn at University Village in Massillon. Bob was born November 16, 1926 in Canton, Ohio to the late Raymond and Ruth (Warth) McMahon. In his earlier years, Bob attended St. Mary's Elementary School followed by St. John's High School...
Patricia L. Colly
Dec 10, 2016
Patricia L. Colly, 75, passed away surrounded by her family, on December 10, 2016, following an extended illness. She was born in Massillon on October 4, 1941. She worked for Ansell Perry, retiring in 2000. Pat's biggest treasure in life was her husband and children. She always put her children first and made sure they were taken care of:...
Valerie Jean Pennington
Dec 9, 2016
Valerie Jean Pennington, 34, of Massillon, passed away on Friday, December 9, 2016. She was born on August 27, 1982 in DeLand, Florida to Ronnie and Penny Williamson Valerie married Dennis on June 23, 2001. She was an avid reader, enjoyed quilting and crocheting. Valerie loved the outdoors, especially fishing. Her greatest pride and joy was her family, especially...
Robert H. Butler
Dec 7, 2016
Robert H. Butler, 72 of Canton, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016. Robert was born on August 9, 1944 in Bolivar Co. MS, the son of the late Ed and Annie (Twyman) Butler, Sr. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by sisters, Luella Danzy, Cora Mae Johnson, Annie Mae Conley, Viola Butler, Bennie Hawkins, & Sarah...
Cora G. Lukowski
Dec 6, 2016
Cora G. Lukowski, 88, of, Canton, passed away December 6, 2016 surrounded by her loving family, at The Pines in Canton, Ohio. Cora was born on October 2, 1928 in Frenchtown, New Jersey to Harry and Mary (Matthews) Gulick. She married Frank J. Lukowski, Sr. on November 17, 1951. Cora was a member of the Westbrook United Methodist Church....
Shirley Renee Bradley
Dec 6, 2016
Shirley R. Bradley, 57 of Canton, went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, December 6, 2016. Shirley was born on November 12, 1959 in Massillon, the daughter of Herman and Josephine (Ross) Dixon, Jr. She was a lifelong resident of the Massillon area and a 1978 graduate of Washington High School. Shirley attended Ohio State University and would...
Carol Ann Mowrer
Dec 5, 2016
Carol Ann Mowrer, 70 passed away on Monday, December 5, 2016. She was born in Wooster on November 22, 1946 to the late Robert and Mary (Stephenson) Mowrer. Carol retired from Massillon City Schools and was a member of St. Timothy Episcopal Church. She is survived by her aunts and uncles, Sara and James Mowrer, Dr. Charles and Donna...
Geraldine E. Wentzel
Dec 3, 2016
Geraldine E. "Gerry" Wentzel, age 90 of Massillon, passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2016. She was born on January 17, 1926 in Massillon and was the daughter of the late Godfrey and Thelma (Abel) Maier. Following high school, Gerry married Homer Wentzel, they had a daughter, Jane Evon Wentzel. Along with her parents, Homer and Jane preceded Gerry...
Diana Lee (Brenner) Hendricks
Dec 3, 2016
Diana "Diane" L. (Brenner) Hendricks, age 61 of Massillon, passed away on Saturday, December 03, 2016. She was born in Massillon to Larry and the late Marlys (Owens) Brenner on November 03, 1955. She was a 1974 graduate of Tuslaw High School. She married Phillip E. Hendricks on May 23, 1981 and they shared the best 35 years together...
Robbie Mae Bell Britton Moore
Dec 2, 2016
Robbie Mae Bell Britton Moore 1916 - 2016 age 100, of Canton, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Friday, December 2, 2016 following a brief illness. She was born Robbie Mae Bell on October 17, 1916 in Ramer, Alabama to the late Robert E. and Irene (Walton) Bell. Having been the owner of "Sister Britton's Barbecue...
Cynthia A. Ross
Dec 2, 2016
Cynthia A. Ross, age 69 of Massillon, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2016. She was born on January 12, 1947 in Massillon and was the daughter of the late James Miller and F. Jeanne (Hermann) Miller. Cindy was a 1965 graduate of Washington High School. She is survived by her daughter, Amy (Mark) Popovich, her grandson Kyle Popovich,...
Howard "Butch" L. Letcher
Dec 2, 2016
Howard "Butch" L. Letcher, age 78 of Massillon passed away on Friday, December 02, 2016. He was born in Sharon, Pennsylvania on June 12, 1938 to the late Howard and June (DeMay) Letcher. He was a 1957 graduate of Washington High School. He married Patricia A. Peterson on July 14, 1962 and they shared 45 years together until her...
Patricia J. Kerr
Dec 2, 2016
Patricia J. Kerr, age 81 of Massillon, passed away on Friday, December 2, 2016. She was born in Jeannette, PA and was the daughter of the late Clyde and Genevieve (McCormick) Epley. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Judith Martin. She is survived by her son, James M (Kimberly) Kerr, her daughters, Laura...
John R. "Bob" Belch
Dec 1, 2016
John Robert Belch (Bob) Jr., born January 29, 1926, to George and Octa Belch, Passed away peacefully December 1, 2016, at home with his wife, Sue, and Airedale, Scarlett, nearby. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Lt. George Belch. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Sue, step-son, John L (Jennifer) Reed,...
Thomas "Tom" B. Baker
Dec 1, 2016
Thomas "Tom" B. Baker Jr., age 81 of Jackson Twp; passed away on December 01, 2016. He was born in Massillon on April 09, 1935 to the late Thomas Baker and Jayne Ripple. He was a graduate of Washington High School. He married Alice S. Harrold on September 19, 1958 and they shared 58 years together until his passing....
Philip Ray Mabie
Dec 1, 2016
Philip Ray Mabie age 69 of Massillon passed away December 1, 2016 at Affinity Medical Center. He was born November 20, 1947 in Portsmouth, VA. He is survived by a sister Joanne Stucky.
John Charles Dommer
Nov 30, 2016
John C. Dommer, 81 of Lawrence Township, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. John was born on August 3, 1935 in Massillon, the son of the late Gottlieb and Eugenia (Stevens) Dommer. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Washington High School. John was a United States Army veteran and served our country...
Richard (Dick) Lewton
Nov 30, 2016
Richard (Dick) Lewton Born 2/24/1929 in Lisbon, Ohio to Carl and Jessie Lewton. Moved as a teenager to Perry Township where he resided until his death on November 30. Proceeded in death by his parents, sister Jean Evans, and brother Harold. Dick leaves behind loving and devoted wife of 67+ years, Wanda. She has been at his side faithfully...
