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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Feb 7, 2024

Linda L. Parker, 83, of Canton, passed away peacefully with her daughter by her side, on February 7, 2024. She was born on September 12, 1940, in Canton, to the late Theordore and Merle (Snedeker) Corbett.

She was a proud graduate of Timken High School and a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Massillon.

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Feb 7, 2024

Nancy Bailey, 75, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. She was born on February 13, 1948 to the late Floyd and Dorothy DeHoff.

In 1968, Nancy married Rob, the love of her life. Their devotion and love for each other was an inspiration to their children. Nancy and Rob spent as much...

Feb 5, 2024

James Clinton Yarnell, 70, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly, on February 5, 2024 at home.

He was born on December 23, 1953 to the late James and Ruth (McCarty) Yarnell of Cambridge, OH.

James drove truck and also worked for S.A.R.T.A until 2005. He was a member of Caldwell #330 F&AM. He enjoyed riding his...

Feb 4, 2024

Janice Celestine Smith, 73, of North Canton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 4, 2024.

She was born on December 14, 1950, to the late Wilbert and Anna (Holmes) Gibson of Steubenville, OH.

Janice was a woman of unwavering faith and deep love for her family. She furthered her education, earning...

Feb 4, 2024

Jennifer Jean Madison, 72, of Massillon, passed away on February 4, 2024 at Meadow Wind Health Care Center.

She was born on April 20, 1951 to the late Jennings and Esther (Jaggers) Knotts of Marion, OH.

Jennifer was the manager of Top of the Viaduct Restaurant. A real people person, she was very out going...

Feb 4, 2024

Thomas "John" J. Evey, 79, of Jackson Township, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024, at his home. John was born on December 23, 1944, in Bedford, Ohio the son of the late Adam Evey and Betty Shaeffer.

John was a lifelong resident of the area and attended Hoover High School. He retired from The Beaver...

Feb 3, 2024

Diane Shaffer, 68, of Canton, Ohio, unexpectedly passed away on February 3, 2024. Diane was born on June 24, 1955, to the late Robert and Imogene (Allen) Shaffer.

Diane was a 1973 graduate of Perry High School. She worked at AEP for over 30 years until her retirement in 2018. Diane was a member of St. Joan...

Feb 2, 2024

George R. Thayer, 87, of Canton, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, February 2, 2024. George was born in Uhrichsville, Ohio on May 27, 1936, the son of the late William and Mattie (Carson) Thayer.

He was a lifelong resident of the area and 1954 graduate of Uhrichsville High School and earned...

Feb 1, 2024

Patricia Lanzer, 87, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 in Baltic, OH. Patricia was born on June 23, 1936 to the late John and Dorothy Keller.

Patricia was a 1954 graduate of Washington High School. She went on to work at Citizen Savings Bank as a loan officer and retired after 37 years. Patricia's two passions...

Jan 30, 2024

David L. Orr, 82, of Canal Fulton, passed away at his home on January 30, 2024. He was born on January 16, 1942, in Shirley, West Virginia, to the late Lester and Francis “Pauline” (Curtis) Orr.

He was a 1960 graduate of Northwest High School.

Dave worked for the Timken Roller Bearing Co. and had...