Donald L. Talarico

Donald L. Talarico, 74, passed away on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 following a brief illness. He was born September 29, 1938 in Portage, Pennsylvania. He was retired from Teledyne Monarch Rubber in Hartville in 1991. He was preceded in death by his son Marc in 2004. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Patricia Talarico of Massillon, Four daughters, Dawn (Craig) Beshore of East Sparta, Deana (Brad) White of Massillon, Patti Talarico of Canal Fulton and Dietra Talarico of Canton eight, grandchildren, three, great-grandchildren and his beloved dog Sydney and Bear. He was an avid bow hunter and enjoyed fishing, teaching the Ohio Hunter safety course for many years and he was a very talented wood carver and always had a story for something. A former Golden Gloves boxer, he also ran the North Industry Sportsman Club Archery. He was very active in wildlife conservation. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Friends may gather at the Paquelet Funeral Home on Saturday, December 15, 2012 from 2:00PM – 4:00PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Messages of condolence and support may be sent to the family at www.paquelet.com Paquelet Funeral Home & Crematory 330-833-3222