Jan 13, 2025

Ronald D. Montague, 62, of Massillon, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025. Ron was born on March 10, 1962 in Alliance, Ohio the son of Gerald and Mary (Gatts) Montague.

Ron grew up in Ohio and graduated from Perry High School in 1980. He resided in Ohio most of his life, and moved to Alabama where his heart still resides....

Jan 12, 2025

Anna M. "Ann" Greegor, 96, of Canton, passed away on January 12, 2025. She was born in Lewisville, OH on June 9, 1928 to the late James and Loretta (Burkhart) Zwick.

In addition to her parents, Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband John "Jack" Greegor, brother Bernard Zwick, sister Mary Russo and special niece Debbie Patterson. 

Ann is survived...

Jan 12, 2025

Thomas C. "Shoobie" Sterling, from Navarre, Ohio, went to be with the Lord, on Sunday, January 12th, 2025, following a lengthy illness. 

Tom was a graduate of Massillon Washington High School, and was drafted by the U.S. Army and deployed to Vietnam after graduation.

After serving his country in war, Tom relocated to Florida, where he fell in love with the sunshine...

Jan 12, 2025

Jan 11, 2025

Eleanor June Wolfe, 94, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 11, 2025 surrounded by her family members. Eleanor was born on May 23, 1930 to Roy and Edna (Flinner) Poorman.

Eleanor was a Lehman High School Alumni (Class of 1948) and a retiree of Eaton Corp. after 30 + years as a secretary. She was a charter member of the Red...

Jan 10, 2025

Ralph Rocco Danna, of Canal Fulton, passed away on January 10, 2025. He was born in Saint Louis, MO to the late Rocco V. and Mary {Pagnini} Danna. 

In addition to his parents, Ralph is preceded in death by his brother Frank Danna and sister Grace Erker.

Ralph's memory will always be cherished by his loving wife of 58 years, Barbara {Keehn}...

Jan 10, 2025

Carolyn Ruth Ehret, 92, of Massillon, passed away on January 10, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. 

She was born on September 14, 1932 to the late Herman and Ruth (Hemperly) Zepp in Massillon, OH. 

Carolyn was a graduate of Washington High School and Lake Erie College, where she was captain of the basketball team. She was a teacher at Smith Elementary...

Jan 9, 2025

Lettie P. Marks, 81, of Massillon, passed away on January 9, 2025. She was born in Weston, WV on December 13, 1943 to the late John and Stada {Ratcliff} Lowther. 

In addition to her parents, Lettie was preceded in death by her husband, William Marks in 2000, their son, James Marks in 2003 and several siblings.

Lettie is survived by her longtime...

Jan 8, 2025

Jim Stewart Griffith, 95, of Massillon, Ohio, entered his eternal home with his Lord and Savior on January 8, 2025. Born November 1, 1929, Jim was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. 

He is survived by his loving wife of 74 years Lucille (Vance) Griffith, sons Daniel (Ann) Griffith, William Griffith, Jeffery (Lisa) Griffith, Thomas (Marsha) Griffith, daughters Amy...

Jan 7, 2025

Marlin Jay Troyer, 63, of Massillon, passed away on January 7, 2025 at home. 

He was born on August 11, 1961 to the late David and Anna (Miller) Troyer in Dover, OH. 

Marlin was employed by Wayne Dalton Door. He was the Chairman of the Troyer Fan Club for his nieces and nephews sporting events. He was dedicated to his family and...

Jan 6, 2025

Sandra Marie (Krisher) Reeg, age 80 of Canton, Ohio, passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 6, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic / Mercy Medical Center. 

Sandra was the daughter of Philip and Mae Krisher. She graduated from Washington High School in Massillon, Ohio, in 1962. In 1966, she earned a Bachelor of Science in...

Jan 6, 2025

Jacqueline Patton, 89, of Massillon, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2025. Jacqueline was born on September 5, 1935, in Millersburg, Ohio, the daughter of the late Robert and Virginia (Marchand) Mullet.

Jackie graduated from Jackson High School. She liked gardening, sewing and spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed caring for her home. Jackie was a member of...

Jan 6, 2025

Shirley Ann Dietz, 81, of Massillon, passed away January 6, 2025. Shirley was born in Massillon, Ohio, on May 31, 1943, to the late Jim and Gladys Yohn, sister to Jim and Joe Yohn. 

Shirley was from the class of 1961 at Massillon Washington High School. She worked as a waitress at Friendly's for 30 years. Shirley enjoyed going to the...

Jan 5, 2025

On Sunday, January 5, 2025, Marie Ruth (Heupel) Dubert, a longtime resident of Massillon, OH, passed from this life in Olney, MD into her eternal rest in Heaven. The youngest of 5 children, Marie was born April 9, 1936 to the late Clarence and Helen (Miller) Heupel of Silver Creek, NY. Marie married Ernest Dubert on July 23, 1954 in...

Jan 5, 2025

Morgan David Hoover, 69, of Canton, passed away on January 5, 2025. He was born on November 26, 1955 to the late Richard Hoover and Alice {Cook} Mollet. 

Morgan is survived by his loving brothers James (Jean) and Rick (Rosie) Hoover; sister Holly (John) Fellows; step-siblings Chris, Sam (Karyn), Kern (Kim) and Brian (Dian) Mollet; cousins Robin (Debby) Warstler, Vicki (Denny)...

Jan 3, 2025

Ruth M. Yoder, 97, of Massillon, OH, passed away January 3, 2025. 

Ruth was born on June 20,1927 in Massillon to the late Peter and Margaret (King) Balzer. She attended Washington High School and later married the love of her life, Charles Yoder, in 1946. A dedicated mom and wife, she proudly obtained her LPN license at the age of 40,...

Jan 1, 2025

Margaret R. Kirkbride, 88, of Massillon, passed away January 1, 2025. 

Margaret was born in Massillon, OH, on April 11, 1936 to the late Anthony and Sophia DiMazzio. She married the love of her life, Frederick Kirkbride in 1956. Marge worked as a nurse’s aid in Massillon for her entire career. After retirement, Marge took great pleasure in spending time with...

Jan 1, 2025

Robert W. "Beany" Blackford, Jr., 71, of Massillon, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Robert was born on January 13, 1953 in Massillon, OH the son of the late Robert and Agnes (Murphy) Blackford, Sr.

Bob "Beany" was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1971 graduate of Washington High School. He proudly served our country in the Air...

Dec 30, 2024

Kenwood Allen Botzner, 93, formerly of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, after proving himself right one last time. Born on August 21, 1931, in Michigan to the late Frank and Carrie (nee Parker) Botzner. Kenwood lived a life that combined intellect, kindness, and an unwavering devotion to his family. He was a man who carried a...

Dec 29, 2024

Thomas E. Smith, 58, of Massillon, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Tom was born on September 12, 1966 in Massillon, Ohio the son of the late Thomas and Rosalee (Welch) Smith.

Tom was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1985 graduate of Washington High School. He was a huge Tigers football fan. Tom worked for Per-tech Corporation...