May 8, 2024

Gerald W. Whisler, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and loved member of the Massillon community, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of positivity, love and warmth, and an infinite amount of memories. Gerald, known affectionately as Jerry, was born on June 21, 1938, the son of the late Elmer and Ora Whisler. He graduated...

May 8, 2024

James W. "JJ" Winter, 67, of Massillon, passed away surrounded by his family after a long hard fight with cancer on May 8, 2024 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born on October 5, 1956 to the late John and Marilyn (Remley) Winter in Massillon, OH.

Jimmy retired from Grief Corp. in 2019. He was a...

May 6, 2024

Rosalee Smith, 87, of Massillon, passed away suddenly on May 6, 2024 at Aultman Hospital Massillon ER.

She was born on September 17, 1936 to the late Charles "Coke" and Helen (Schillings) Welch in Parkersburg, WV.

She retired from Amherst Meadows. Rosalee was very giving and known for her generosity. Cooking and baking was one...

May 6, 2024

Katie Mae Bridgest, 93, of Canton, passed away, following a brief illness on May 6, 2024 at Green Meadows Nursing Center.

She was born on June 23, 1930 to the late William and Mary (Wilkens) Bennett in Lyons, GA. She was joined in Holy Matrimony to the late Rev. JT Bridgest on May 8, 1948, from that...

May 6, 2024

Howard L. Snyder, age 77, of Massillon, OH, passed away May 6, 2024.

Howard was born in Massillon, OH on September 27, 1946 to the late Howard C. and Bertha (Newton) Snyder.

He served in the United states Army from 1965 to 1967 as a Forward Observer / Radio Operator 7th Battalion 13th Artillery in...

May 5, 2024

Marilyn S. Rossiter, 84, of Massillon, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Marilyn was born in Dalton, Ohio on April 28, 1940 the daughter of the late Floyd and Opal (Legge) Graber.

Marilyn was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from Dalton High School. She worked for Dalton Local Schools and then retired from...

May 3, 2024

Eric D. Bishop, 54, of North Lawrence, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2024. Eric was born in Cleveland, Ohio on October 30, 1969 the son of the late Douglas and Dolores (Alvarez) Bishop.

Eric was a big Cleveland Browns, Indians and Cavs fan. He also loved Ohio State Football. He was active with the Special Olympics....

May 1, 2024

Leonard A. Badertscher, 77, of Perry Township, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Leonard was born in Wooster, Ohio on June 13, 1946 the son of the late Lester and Thelma (Leaman) Badertscher.

Leonard was a lifelong resident of the area and graduated from Jackson High School. He was a United States Navy veteran and served...

May 1, 2024

Robert M. Hess Jr., age 89 of Massillon, passed away after a brief illness on May 1, 2024. Robert was born on May 12, 1934 in Massillon to Robert M. and Kathryn Zang Hess.

Robert attended Washington High School in Massillon and The Kiski college-preparatory school in Saltsburg, Pennsylvania. He served in the U.S. Army and was...

Apr 30, 2024

Lerry Elleck Torrian "Deuce" Crable, 73, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on April 30, 2024 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born on December 29, 1950 in Tallahassee, FL.

He was a graduate of Washington High School and attended Stark State College. Lerry retired from Union Drawn/ Republic Steel. He was a member of Friendship Baptist...

Apr 29, 2024

Gloria Jean Fowler, age 92, passed away on Monday, April 29th, 2024 at her home.

Gloria was born on December 17, 1931 in Uhrichsville, OH to the late John and Grace (Meek) Leggett.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her late husband, Charles Fowler; children Kathy (Charles) Minor and Rodney...

Apr 29, 2024

Daniel Leroy Bennett, 83, of Perry Township, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 29, 2024. Daniel was born on April 7, 1941 in Massillon, OH the son of the late Earl and Mary (Wade) Bennett.

Daniel was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1960 graduate of Washington High School. Following high...

Apr 28, 2024

Scott M. Simler, 42, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, April 28, 2024 in Massillon, Ohio. Scott was born on September 22, 1981 in Massillon, Ohio to John Simler and Kathy Wiskofske.

Scott was a kind and gentle soul. He made lasting impressions on everyone he knew. Scott was a prolific artist, he...

Apr 27, 2024

Marjorie J. Lalinsky, age 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

Marjorie was born March 5, 1934 in Massillon, OH to the late Eugene and Edith Shonk.

Marjorie will be missed by her loving children Denise (Tom) Gill, Valerie (Dan) Welcheck, and Melody Lalinsky and adoring granddaughter Erin Gill.

The family...

Apr 27, 2024

Diane Marie (Zandt) Leisy, 66, of Massillon, passed away following an extended illness on April 27, 2024 at Aultman Hospital.

She was born on January 30, 1958 in Canton, OH.

She was a graduate of Perry High School and worked for the former Massillon City Hospital and the Massillon City Schools. Diane enjoyed spending time...

Apr 25, 2024

Darrel Gene Sutton, 73, of Massillon, went home to be with Our Lord on Friday, April 26, 2024. Darrel was born on May 4, 1950 in Wooster, Ohio the son of the late Ralph and Clara (McKisic) Sutton.

He was a graduate of Dalton High School and went on to graduate from Kent State University while playing...

Apr 25, 2024

Richard Lee Judy, 89, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 at Aultman Hospital following a lengthy illness. Richard was born in Canton, OH on September 9, 1934 the son of the late Gerald and Grace (Wright) Judy.

Richard was a lifelong resident of Massillon. He proudly served our country in the Air Force during the Korean...

Apr 25, 2024

Alice Grace Fazzone, 90, of Massillon, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Alice was born on October 23, 1933 in New Castle, PA the daughter of the late J. Roy and Helen (Edgar) Templeton.

She was raised on a farm in Belle Center, Ohio and continued to enjoy gardening throughout her life. She received her Bachelor...

Apr 24, 2024

Margaret Darlene LaPorte, 78, of Massillon, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. Margaret was born on October 5, 1945 in Walnutcreek, OH the daughter of the late Price and Ova (Nolan) Forester.

Margaret was a resident of Massillon and a 1964 graduate of Washington High School. She married 'The love of her life' Robert L. LaPorte...

Apr 23, 2024

George A.Harrigan, 86, of Massillon, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. George was born on January 18, 1938 in Cleveland, Ohio the son of the late William and Doris (Coddington) Harrigan.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard, Frank, Kenneth, and Jim Harrigan.

George graduated from Salem High...