Norma Jean Gleason
Jan 16, 2022
Norma Jean Gleason, 94, passed away peacefully in her home on January 16, 2022. Norma was born and raised in Massillon, Ohio and a graduate of Washington High School. She is the daughter of Mayme and Gail Eckard. Norma is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stephen D. Gleason Sr., her sister Doris Rudy, and her son-in-law, Robert...
Gerald "Jerry" Vanaskey (N8Bm)
Jan 16, 2022
GERALD “JERRY” VANASKEY (N8BM) August 24, 1942 – January 16, 2022 Gerald “Jerry” Vanaskey, at the age of 79, was welcomed into the loving arms of our Savior Jesus Christ. Jerry was born to John and Ann Vanaskey (Hunter) in Youngstown, Ohio, where he was raised. Upon graduation from high school, Jerry enlisted in the Air Force and spent...
Bishop Juanita Bledsoe
Jan 16, 2022
Bishop Juanita Bledsoe 84, a resident of Canton, Ohio, transitioned from earth to glory to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 16, 2022 surrounded with love by her family. She was the second child born to the late Allen and Geneva Lucious on July 18, 1937 in Wheeling, West Virginia. In 1954 she met and married the love...
Janice A. Manson
Jan 15, 2022
Janice A. Manson, 88, passed away on January 15, 2022 following an extended illness. She was born in Brewster on March 10, 1933 to the late Forest Blaine and Mildred (Johns) Leighley. Jan was a retired cook for the Massillon City Schools. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Eagles, Aire 190, Massillon and Holy...
Anna Mae Peters
Jan 15, 2022
Anna Mae Peters, 78, left this world surrounded by her loving family on January 15, 2022. She was born in Canton on April 13, 1943 to the late Lester O. and Helen Mae (Burnell) Custer. Anna was a 1961 graduate of Perry High School and retired from Nickle’s Bakery in 1999. She loved to camp, have potlucks, play Texas...
Richard T. Mcfarlane
Jan 15, 2022
Richard T. “Todd” McFarlane, 71, passed away on January 15, 2022 surrounded by family, following an extended illness. He was born in Canton on July 28, 1950 to the late James and Lois (Thompson) McFarlane. Retiring from Patriot Steel in 2018, Todd was a member of St. Peters Catholic Church. He was dedicated to his family. He enjoyed going...
Kathryn Aldawna Hammel
Jan 14, 2022
Kathryn Aldawna Hammel, 57, of New Franklin, went home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, January 14, 2022, following a short battle with Covid. Kathryn was born on May 17, 1964, in Canton, Ohio the daughter of Albert and Crystal (Johnson) Thomas. She was a 1982 graduate of Washington High School. Kathryn received a bachelor’s degree in Electronics’...
Julie Ann Heck
Jan 14, 2022
Julie Ann Heck, 65, passed away unexpectedly on January 14th, 2022 following a brief illness. She was born in Massillon on April 21st, 1956 to the late William and Irene (Dominick) Metzger. A 1974 graduate of Washington High School, she was dedicated to her family. Julie enjoyed camping and fishing at the family camp site in Marblehead. She is...
Kenneth "Kenny" Lee Boyd
Jan 14, 2022
Kenneth “Kenny” Lee Boyd, age 59 of Massillon passed away after a lengthy illness. He was born on May 26, 1962 to the late Harold and Willie (Meade) Boyd. He attended West Holmes High School. He married Carie L. Smith-Taylor on April 22, 2011 and she survives. Kenny was a musician thru and thru. He played lead guitar with...
David E. Scharver
Jan 13, 2022
David E. Scharver, 90, of Massillon, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022. David was born on October 7, 1931, in Massillon, the son of the late Roy and Elsie (Kurner) Scharver. He was a lifelong resident of Massillon and a 1950 graduate of Washington High School. David was a United States Air Force veteran and proudly served during...
Steven F. Neutzling
Jan 13, 2022
Steven F. Neutzling, 71, passed away due to a progressive illness on January 13, 2022. He was born on Canton on July 30, 1950 to the late Elmer and Helen (Scott) Neutzling. Steven was a veteran of The United States Airforce and formerly employed with Timken Roller Bearing Co., graduated from Stark Technical College, and was formerly employed with...
Judith M. Wigginton
Jan 13, 2022
Judith M. Wigginton, 84, passed away on January 13, 2022. She was born in Massillon on September 6, 1937 to the late Jack and Virginia (Welch) Roesch. Judith was a life time member of St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church. A retired teacher from Northwest Schools, she was a dedicated mother, grandmother and friend. She was an avid reader and scrap...
Mark Andrew Bazzinotti
Jan 12, 2022
Mark Andrew Bazzinotti, 55, of Massillon, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Mark was born on July 19, 1966, in Melbourne, Australia the son of Harry and Aartje (Geilman) Bazzinotti. He worked for Fresh Mark as a maintenance engineer for 16 years. He was extremely dedicated to his job. He also worked for Mike and Laura Boske for...
Nathan Erman Casto
Jan 11, 2022
Nathan Erman Casto, 85, passed away on January 11, 2022. He was born on February 16, 1936, in Given, WV to the late Nathan E. and Bertha A. (Sargent) Casto. Nathan attended Massillon Baptist Temple and was a retiree of Republic Engineered Steels. He played on the Sons of Herman Horse Shoe League and Canton Horse Shoe League. An...
Mary Lou Blazer
Jan 9, 2022
Mary Lou Blazer, 89, Canton,OH passed away on Jan 9, 2022, after a brief illness. Mary Lou was born on Sept. 21,1932 to Robert and Leona (Manfull) McGhee at home in Pekin, Ohio. After her mother's death, she was lovingly raised by her uncle and aunt, Wilbur and Mary Manfull of Augusta, OH. She graduated from Augusta High School...
Stephanie B. Peoples
Jan 8, 2022
Stephanie B. People, 60, of Massillon, passed away on Saturday, January 8, 2022. Stephanie was born on April 6, 1961, in Massillon, the daughter of Cleam and Karrie (Thompson) Peoples. She was a lifelong resident of Massillon and a 1979 graduate of Washington High School. Stephanie enjoyed drawing, music, and movies. She was a die-hard Pittsburg Steelers fan. Stephanie...
Sylvester Houston
Jan 8, 2022
Sylvester Houston, 82 of Massillon, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 8, 2022. Sylvester was born on September 10, 1939, in College Park, Georgia the son of the late Rufus Benjamin Houston and Lula (Luke) Houston. Sylvester entered the Marines in 1958. After his honorable discharge in 1962, he relocated to Massillon where he...
Doris A Weaver
Jan 7, 2022
"Together Again" Doris A Weaver, 91, of Massillon passed away on January 7, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She married the love of her life, Sheldon “Whitey” Weaver, on July 6, 1956 and shared 63 wonderful years together. Doris spent much of her time as a dedicated home maker. Although Doris was born and raised...
Albert J. Simia
Jan 7, 2022
Albert Simia, 93, died on January 7, 2022. He was born October 18, 1928 in Canton the late Louis & Aurora (Ciccone) Simia. He grew up in the corn center in Canton and attended McKinley High School. In his younger days he worked as a plasterer for several years until he opened Alcarr’s Lounge in 1972, where he worked...
Larry E Stolicny
Jan 7, 2022
Larry E Stolicny, 83, of North Canton, passed away surrounded by his family on January 7, 2022. He was born on February 10th, 1938 to the late Joseph and Bessie (Toth) Stolicny. Larry was married to the love of his life, Patricia, for 57 years. He was a proud member of the Air Force branch of the military, where...
