Feb 24, 2024

Janet A. Musser Hershberger, 92, of Orrville, went home to her Lord on Saturday, February 24, 2024. Janet was born on April 9, 1931 in Chambersburg, PA, the daughter of the late Harvey and Anna (Hammaker) Musser.

Janet's passion was her family, church, and children. She gave her heart to Jesus as a young girl and dedicated...

Feb 23, 2024

Lily Mae Croston passed away unexpectedly on February 23, 2024. Lily was born in Canton, Ohio to Josh and Missy (Covington) Croston on May 31, 2013. From the moment Lily was born, she brought joy and happiness to those around her. Her life was a testament to the power of love and resilience. Having overcome many challenges since her...

Feb 22, 2024

Judith C. Huffman, 80, of Massillon, passed away February 22, 2024.

Judy was born May 11, 1943 in Massillon, OH to the late William and Bertha Boekel. She is survived by husband Kenneth Huffman of 22 years and stepdaughter, Nikki L. Weick.

Per Judy’s wishes, she will be cremated and laid to rest in the...

Feb 22, 2024

Sharon Burtt, 54, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2024 at Aultman Hospital.

She was born on November 7, 1969 to the late Donald and Joan (Rook) Burtt of Massillon, OH.

She was a graduate of Jackson High School, Class of 1988. She worked a variety of jobs around the area. One of...

Feb 22, 2024

J.W. Allen, age 88, passed away on February 22, 2024. He was born on May 27, 1935 in Troy, Alabama to the late Clara Mae (Woods) and J.C. Allen. The family moved to Massillon when he was six years old.

J.W. retired from Republic Steel after 41 years, and then went on to work for Hertz Rental...

Feb 22, 2024

Priscilla Rae Custer, 83, of Massillon, passed away on February 22, 2024.

She was born on September 25, 1940 to the late Clement and Alice (Doll) Adams of Massillon, OH.

She was a graduate of Washington High School and attended Jackson Friends Church. Priscilla founded A Wonder World Day Care in North Canton. She will...

Feb 21, 2024

Jonnie C. Seckman, 54, of Massillon, passed away on February 21, 2024, at Senior Suites at Century Farms in Carrollton, Ohio. She was born on August 13, 1969, in Brownsville, Pennsylvania to the late Peggy Jo Seckman.

Jonnie enjoyed crocheting and sewing. She also loved playing bingo and Euchre at Senior Suites where she had many friends....

Feb 20, 2024

Boyd Wilson, 88, of Navarre, passed away on February 20, 2024 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center, following a brief illness.

He was born on January 22, 1936 to the late Lee and Kelsey (Knight) Wilson of Centralia, WV.

He worked for Kippfer Construction retiring in 2001. Boyd was a very ornery, and was referred to...

Feb 20, 2024

Ann Lowery Lightfoot, 95, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on February 20, 2024 after a long illness.

Ann was born in Luverne, Alabama on September 6, 1928, to parents Verdi Lowery and Annie Ruth Davis Lowery. As a teen, she and her family moved to the Uhrichsville, Ohio area and Ann lived on her fraternal grandparents' farm....

Feb 20, 2024

Peter Zimmer, 98, a World War II Veteran, passed peacefully on February 20, 2024. Preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, of 38 years. Pete leaves behind his partner in life of 35 years, Anita Savage, a sister, Dorothy Neitz, brothers, John and Carl Tell, a niece, Judy (Budd) Leisenring, bonus sons, Russ (Ann) Savage, Jimmy Savage, and Scott...

Feb 19, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of James "Jim" Timothy Majcan of Massillon on February 19, 2024 at the age of 72 years. Born on June 2, 1951 to the late Samuel and Elizabeth Majcan, he attended St. Mary’s Catholic Grade School and was a 1969 graduate of Canton Central Catholic High...

Feb 18, 2024

Vivian Evans, 87, of Navarre, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, February 18, 2024. She was born on June 25, 1936 to the late Glenn and Vesta Lechner.

Vivian worked at Nickles Bakery in the credit office for 40 years, and also worked at Brewster Parke for several years. She was involved in the Navarre Garden Club, the...

Feb 18, 2024

Nadine (Martin) Grizzard, age 89, was born June 4, 1934 to John and Ada Martin in Booneville Mississippi. Her parents were farmers who owned significant farmland in Mississippi. The property was called “Martin Hill”. She attended Booneville High School. She moved from Mississippi to Massillon around 1962 because the steel mills were booming. She never met a stranger whom...

Feb 17, 2024

Robert “Randy” R. Krug, 64, passed away suddenly on February 17, 2024. He was born in Massillon to the late Robert and Carolyn Krug on October 18, 1959.

Randy worked as a farrier for the past 20 years during which he enjoyed helping the horse’s quality of life, as well as making tons of friendships that will...

Feb 14, 2024

George V. Musisca, 88, of North Canton, passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 14, 2024. He was born in Canton on August 5, 1935, to the late Augustino and Josephina (Moauro) Musisca.

He was a 1953 graduate of Timken Senior High School and, following graduation, George proudly served his country in the United States Army....

Feb 14, 2024

Jeffrey Herron, age 66, of Navarre, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 14, 2024.

Jeffrey was born on February 21,1957 in Massillon, OH to the late Wayne and Garnet (nee Stuck) Herron. He worked for several years and retired as an employee for the state of Ohio. Jeffrey loved going on long rides and spending time with and...

Feb 13, 2024

Barbara Ann Padden, 90, of Massillon, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Barbara was born on September 3, 1933 in Massillon, Ohio the daughter of the late John and Anna Ricker.

Barb was a lifetime resident of the area and a 1951 graduate of Washington High School. She worked Republic Steel as an account where she...

Feb 12, 2024

Edward Michael McGuinness, 43, of Massillon, passed away on the evening of February 12, 2024 at the age of 43.

Preceded in death by his brother, Michael Hammond and spouse, Melanie Mobley.

Edward is survived by his mother Sharon Hammond, daughters, Nicole McGuinness and Jordan Mobley, sisters, Kimberly A. Savcic, Ericka McDonald, and Rhonda O'Dell....

Feb 9, 2024

Kathleen Johnson, 79, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024. She was born on December 14, 1944 to the late John Gehring and Marian (Shroyer) Nelson.

Kathy was a true family woman. She loved to make her family and friends laugh. She enjoyed being home in her jammies, watching television or being on the...

Feb 9, 2024

Nedeljka Nikolis (Begovic), 87, of Perry Township, passed away on February 9, 2024.

She was born in Croatia, Village of Begovic on June 12, 1936 to the late Stojan and Ljuba Begovic.

She was a member of St. George Serbian Orthodox Church.

Nedeljka is survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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