Clifford E. Whipkey Jr.
Mar 28, 2025
Clifford E. Whipkey Jr., 86, of Massillon, passed away at home on March 28, 2025.
He was born on March 25, 1939 to the late Clifford and Icel (Hoover) Whipkey in Steubenville, OH.
A 1957 graduate of Washington High School, he served in The United States Army. He managed Active Tire for 24 years, retiring from Hoover Company in 1994, and then...
George A. Murray
Mar 26, 2025
George A. Murray, 86, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away March 26, 2025. He was born on January 21, 1939 to the late James and Burdella (Dunlap) Murray.
In addition to his parents, George is preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia; brothers, Dale, Ted, Ken and Ron; sisters, Judy and Beverly; and his aunt Sarah and uncle George who he...
Robert W. Serdinak
Mar 26, 2025
Robert W. Serdinak of Jackson Township, Ohio passed away March 26, 2025 with his loving wife and family at his side. He was born on December 10, 1942 the second of six children born to the late John and June (Deckard) Serdinak. He married the love of his life, Carol Poole on February 13, 1960. They raised two loving and...
Carol Ann (Gardner) McConnell
Mar 26, 2025
Carol Ann (Gardner) McConnell, age 90, passed from this life to her heavenly home on March 26th, 2025. Born and raised in Massillon Ohio. Carol graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1952. She joined the Sisters of Charity and then graduated from St. John’s College with her BSN. At age 25, she returned home to Massillon and married Robert...
Mary L. Goodwin
Mar 26, 2025
Mary L. Goodwin, 80, of Canton, passed away on March 26, 2025 at Altercare of Louisville. A lifelong resident of Canton, Mary was born on November 6, 1944 to the late George and Joan {Schweizer} Simpkins.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brothers George Simpkins Jr. and Lee Simpkins, and step-daughter Debbie Ritthaler.
Mary is survived...
Margaret 'Margie' Ann Maylor
Mar 25, 2025
Margaret 'Margie' Ann Maylor, 88, of Massillon, departed this life on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Margie was born on September 3, 1936 to Michael and Jeannette (DiLoretto) Porrini.
Margie was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1954 graduate of Brewster High School. She worked for Superior Brand Meats for a short period of time, where she met her late...
Patricia 'Bonnie' L. Hoffman
Mar 25, 2025
Patricia 'Bonnie' L. Hoffman, 91, of Massillon, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Bonnie was born on August 29, 1933 in Massillon, Ohio the daughter of the late Casper and Charlotte (Forsythe) Knouse.
Bonnie was a lifelong resident of Massillon. She met her late husband, Joseph, as a young teenager. She was known for her cooking, especially her dumplings, interior...
William Joseph Workman
Mar 24, 2025
William Joseph Workman, 87, of Canton, passed away after an extended illness on March 24, 2025. He was born in Marmet, WV on December 2, 1937 to the late Andrew and Ardinia {Wells} Workman.
In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his sister Sadie Osborne and beloved parents-in-law Carl and Jennie Birone.
On April 23, 1960 he married...
Dennis Duane Harwig, Sr.
Mar 24, 2025
Dennis Duane Harwig, Sr., 82, of Massillon, passed away on March 24, 2025 at home.
Denny was the first Harwig born in Massillon on June 10, 1942.
He was a 1960 graduate of Washington High School, received his Associate degree in Criminology from Kent State University, and attended The FBI Academy. He served in the United States Navy. Denny joined Massillon Police...
Mary L. Roebuck
Mar 24, 2025
Mary L. Roebuck, 91, of Massillon, OH, passed away March 24, 2025.
Mary was born November 13, 1933, in Dawson, PA to the late Clyde and Arabel (Herbert) Foreman. She was the last survivor of 10.
Mary married Sheridan “Pete” Roebuck on October 26, 1951, who proceeded her in death on October 31, 1991. She is survived by children Beverly (Tim Caillet)...
Eric D. Thurman, Sr.
Mar 22, 2025
Eric D. Thurman, Sr., 54, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Eric was born on August 10, 1970 in Chicago, IL the son of Emmit and Sarah (Sheegog) Thurman.
Eric was a lifelong resident of Massillon and 1989 graduate of Washington High School. He was a licensed electrician. He worked at Berry Cheese. Eric enjoyed reading. He...
Lawrence Michael Coyne
Mar 20, 2025
Lawrence Michael Coyne, 82, of Massillon, OH, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, March 20, 2025.
Larry was born May 24, 1942, in Massillon, OH, to the late John and Marion Coyne. He served in the United States Army from 1965 to 1967 and was a Military Police Officer while in Vietnam. During his time in war,...
Josephine Haywood
Mar 18, 2025
Josephine Haywood went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 18, 2025. She was born in Birmingham, AL, the 4th of 8 children born to the late Jake and Lucille Rowser. She accepted Christ at an early age, becoming a member of New Bethlehem Baptist Church in Brewerfield, AL.
She relocated to Canton, Ohio where she met and married...
Santo J. Piazza
Mar 18, 2025
Santo J. Piazza, 78, of Louisville, Ohio, passed away March 18, 2025. He was born on May 9, 1946 in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Sophie and Sam Piazza.
Santo was a beloved soul who brought joy to all around him. Despite being non-verbal, Santo had an extraordinary gift for lighting up any room he entered, leaving a lasting impression on...
Marcia Lynn Anatra
Mar 18, 2025
Marcia L. Anatra, 86, of Massillon, passed away on March 18, 2025. She was born in Canton on January 22, 1939 to the late Roy and Isabel {Stanley} Boyd.
In addition to her parents, Marcia was preceded in death by her beloved husband Albert V. Anatra and brother David Lee Boyd.
Marcia is survived by her loving children Julie (Bob) Mitchin, Joseph...
James W. Weldon, Jr.
Mar 17, 2025
James W. Weldon, Jr., 85, of Massillon, passed away on March 17, 2025 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.
He was born on September 21, 1939 to the late James and Pearl (Pennington) Weldon in Columbia, SC.
James was a retiree of the United States Air Force. He rose to the rank of Master Sergeant and served at the Pentagon and was stationed...
Phillip M. White
Mar 16, 2025
Phillip Masahiro White, 74, of Massillon, passed away with his family by his side, on March 16, 2025.
He was born on January 11, 1951 in Chiba City, Japan.
Phil was a graduate of Timken High School and Lincoln Technical College. He started his work career building bridges for the state and then went to work for Republic Steel and then started...
Gloria Deanna Hoskinson
Mar 16, 2025
Gloria D. Hoskinson, 85, of Perry Township, passed away on March 16, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born in Belmont County, OH on September 9, 1939 to the late Paul and Mary {King} Gatten.
In addition to her parents, Gloria was preceded in death by her beloved husband Eugene Hoskinson and siblings Irene Cochran, Judy Gatten,...
Leilani McHenry
Mar 15, 2025
Leilani McHenry, 84, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away March 15, 2025. She was born on September 25, 1940 to the late Norman and Ida Potter Sr..
Leilani was a Massillon Tiger Football fan, she has attended games her whole life in Massillon. She also enjoyed volunteering with the Massillon Museum, and was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. More than...
Merle Darwin Wolgamott
Mar 15, 2025
Merle Darwin Wolgamott, 82, of Massillon, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Merle was born on February 7, 1943 the son of the late Arthur and Opal (Barr) Wolgamott.
Merle was a lifelong resident of Massillon and a 1961 graduate of Washington High School. He was a United States Army veteran, and helped...
