Mar 8, 2024

Carolyn Jean Risher (Longwell) of Canton, Ohio passed away in her home on Friday at the age of 70. Carolyn, aka "Mom, Aunt Carol, Grandma, Great Grandma," and to her one and only love Chuck, "Carol, do YOU want to drive?" will be dearly missed by all who knew her. A quiet lady, she never failed to make everyone...

Mar 8, 2024

Gene Hamilton, 85, of Massillon, Ohio passed away on March 8, 2024. Gene was born on October 31, 1938 to the late Edgar and Muriel Hamilton. Gene was a life long resident of Massillon Ohio growing up on the west side. He loved his town and shared memories of his youth of Saturday matinee cowboy movies at the then...

Mar 8, 2024

Hildreth M. Walker, 89, of Massillon, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord, March 8, 2024, surrounded by her daughters.

She was born in Sutton, West Virginia to McKinley and Faye (Tinney) Kelly.

Preceded in death by her husband Charles, son Carl, daughter Sharon and grandson Joseph.

Survived by daughters Carolyn Branch,...

Mar 7, 2024

Phyllis "Herk" Johnson, 86, of Massillon, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on March 7, 2024. She was born on October 25, 1937, in Oil City, Pennsylvania to the late Luther and Marge Grening.

Herk retired from her surgical nursing career at Massillon Community Hospital but continued to live an active life. She enjoyed spending time putzing in her...

Mar 6, 2024

Theodore Roy Gillespie, 77, of Massillon, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2024, after a long struggle with declining health.

He was born on February 22, 1947 to late Theodore and Cora Olive (Collier) Gillespie of Massillon, OH.

He was a graduate of Washington High School. Ted retired from Republic Steel. He was...

Mar 5, 2024

Mary Ann Potts, 66, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly from a short illness on March 5, 2024, at Aultman Hospital with family by her side. She was born on April 17, 1957, in Massillon, to the late Donald and Evelyn (Campton) Potts.

Mary Ann was a 1975 graduate of Washington High School and attended Kent State University...

Mar 5, 2024

Bonnie Lee Annen, 91, of Massillon, passed away on March 5, 2024 at Amherst Meadows Nursing Center.

She was born on January 16, 1933 to the late James and Thelma (Frymeyer) Dennison of Troy, WV.

Bonnie was a graduate of Troy High School, Troy, WVA. She was a member of St. Barbara's Catholic Church. A...

Mar 5, 2024

Lloyd B. Hinson, 59, went home to our Lord on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. Lloyd was born in Canton, Ohio on May 30, 1964 the son of Larry Hinson and Linda Walter. He was a resident of the area and a 1982 graduate of Perry High School. Lloyd graduated from Stark State with an Associate's degree in IT. He...

Mar 5, 2024

Charles R. Seymour, 77, of Massillon, passed away on March 5, 2024 at home.

He was born on April 20, 1946 in Massillon, OH.

He was a graduate of Washington High School, Class of 1965. Charles formerly worked at Superior Meats and after its closing went to work as a bartender at The Eagles Club...

Mar 4, 2024

David M. Keller, 63, of Tuscarawas Township, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024. David was born on September 17, 1960 in Massillon, the son of the late Robert and Anna Keller.

David was a lifelong resident of Tuscarawas Township, and a 1979 graduate of RG Drage. He was an auto mechanic for over 30 years. He...

Mar 4, 2024

Carolyn Irene Gardner, 77, of Jackson Township, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024. Carolyn was born on December 29, 1946 in Massillon, Ohio the daughter of the late Clarence and Irene Simon.

Carolyn was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1964 graduate of Jackson High School. She retired from Chapel Hill Community Nursing Home....

Mar 3, 2024

LaMarre Savon Elder (Savon) transitioned on March 3, 2024, at the tender age of 21. Savon came into our lives on August 13, 2002, the firstborn child and namesake of LaMarre T. Elder, as a manifestation of his father’s strength, hope, and prayers. He will forever watch over and protect his three younger siblings – Kyoko, Emory, and Elijah....

Mar 3, 2024

Willard "Willie" E. Gates, 70, of Canton, Ohio passed away peacefully, with his former spouse at his side on March 3, 2024. He was born on August 4, 1953, in Canton, Ohio to the late Elmer and Maxine Gates.

In addition to his parents, Willie was also preceded in death by his sister, Joyce Cowgar.

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Mar 3, 2024

Phyllis M. Doty, 86, of Jackson Township, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Phyllis was born on April 20, 1937 in Canton, Ohio the daughter of the late Uma and Mae Kile. She was a lifelong resident of the area and a graduate of Washington High School. Phyllis worked at Sears and Roebuck where she met her husband...

Mar 2, 2024

Linda R. Burky, 70, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2024, at Akron General Hospital with her husband by her side. She was born on September 22, 1953, in Milwaukee, WI, to the late Lawrence and Anabel (Burian) Chartier.

Linda was a member of the first graduating class of 1971 at Hamilton High School in...

Mar 1, 2024

Patrick Alan Hayes, 73, of Jackson Township, was called home by his Heavenly Father on Friday, March 1, 2024. Patrick was born on October 16, 1950 in Canton, the son of the late Dale Hayes and Cedas Hayes. He retired from American Electric Power after 45+ years of service. He was a United States Army Reserve veteran. He was...

Feb 28, 2024

Jodi Lynn Spees, 61, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly at her home on February 28, 2024. She was born on June 16, 1962, in Massillon to Lawrence and Constance “Connie” (Harris) Spees.

Jodi was a 1980 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. She then furthered her education at Stark State where she received certification in respiratory therapy....

Feb 26, 2024

Ricky Steven Ullum, 72, of Massillon, passed away February 26, 2024, Ricky was born in Massillon on August 11, 1951 to the late Ronald and Marjorie Ullum.

Ricky was a Massillon Police officer for over 30 years. He retired in 2010, as a Captain of the Detective Bureau. He enjoyed attending Massillon football games and was an...

Feb 25, 2024

Jay M. Flaherty, 80, of Massillon, passed away surrounded by his family on February 25, 2024 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born on January 12, 1944 to the late Donald and Ruth (McMillen) Flaherty of Cadiz, OH.

He graduated from Scio High School, Class of 1962 and graduated from Canton College. He was a veteran...

Feb 25, 2024

Robert W. Harris, 79, of Canton, passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Robert was born on September 5, 1944, in Massillon, the son of the late Robert and Grace Harris.

According to his wishes, cremation will take place. There will be no calling hours or services.

Messages of comfort and support may be sent...