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Robert Dale Walnoha

Robert Dale Walnoha

Mar 5, 2025

Robert "Bob" Dale Walnoha, 81, passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at Sprenger Rose Lane Health Care in Massillon, Ohio. He was born July 15, 1943 to the late Franklin Walnoha and Wanda {Riddle} Garner in Wheeling, WV and was raised in Pennsboro, WV. Bob was preceded in death by his two brothers and sister. He was an Army...

Nancy Caroline Schuler

Nancy Caroline Schuler

Mar 4, 2025

Nancy Caroline Schuler, 94, of Massillon, passed away on March 4, 2025 at her home, surrounded by family. A lifelong resident of Massillon, Nancy was born on September 9, 1930 to the late Albert and Johanna {Brumme} Schultz.

In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her beloved husband David Schuler, sons Richard and William Schuler and brother...

Krste "Kris" Gagovski

Krste "Kris" Gagovski

Mar 3, 2025

Krste "Kris" Gagovski, 91, went home to be with The Lord on Monday, March 3, 2025. Krste was born September 8, 1934 in S. Brajcino, Macedonia. The son of the late Spiro and Ilinka Gagovski.

He immigrated to the United States in 1965. He retired from Republic Steel Enduro Division. He was very active in the community and very well respected....

Linda Francis Finley

Linda Francis Finley

Mar 3, 2025

Linda Francis Finley, 80, of Massillon, passed away on March 3, 2025 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. A lifelong resident of Massillon, Linda was born on October 3, 1944 to the late Robert (Ruth) and Effie Mae "Birdie" Bulman. 

In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her sisters Virginia "Jenny" (James) Wadian, Hazel Blosfield and Violet "Vi"...

Richard A. "Dick" Kress Sr.

Richard A. "Dick" Kress Sr.

Mar 3, 2025

Richard Arden "Dick" Kress Sr., 86, of Massillon, passed away at home surrounded by his family on March 3, 2025. A lifelong resident of Massillon, Dick was born on November 24, 1938 to the late Arden L. Kress and Grace {Lewis} Widder. 

In addition to his parents, Dick was preceded in death by his sister Joan Kress and step-father Galen Widder.

Dick...

Bobby J. Longshore

Bobby J. Longshore

Mar 1, 2025

Bobby J. Longshore, 73, of Massillon, passed away on Saturday, March 1, 2025. Bobby was born on November 18, 1951 in Massillon, Ohio the son of the late Willie and Lillie (Potter) Longshore.

Bobby grew up in Massillon and graduated from Washington High School in 1969. Bobby was a lifelong musician and played Bass guitar in several local bands, as well...

Jeffery S. Salewsky

Jeffery S. Salewsky

Mar 1, 2025

Jeffery (Jeff) Salewsky, owner of Salewsky Welding and Custom Fabricating and lifelong resident of Canton, Ohio, passed away on March 1st, 2025 at the age of 41.

Jeff is survived by his mother, Linda Bulicz; his brothers, Bobby Salewsky, Clete (Minerva) Salewsky, Corey (Antoinette) Smalley, Kevin Van Pelt; his sisters Renee Salewsky, Stephanie (Mike) Viczi, Elizabeth Salewsky; nephews Landon Salewsky, Joshua...

Nancy M. Kunsman

Nancy M. Kunsman

Feb 28, 2025

Nancy M. Kunsman, 69, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on February 28, 2025. She was born on October 13, 1955. 

As per Nancy's wishes, no services are being held. 

To share a memory of Nancy or leave a special message for her family, visit the guestbook below.

Shirley F. Miller

Shirley F. Miller

Feb 28, 2025

Shirley F. Miller, age 90 of Jackson Twp. went home to be with the Lord on February 28, 2025.

She was born on February 12, 1935 in Massillon, OH to Wilbur & Hazel Larker.

She was a 1953 graduate from Central Catholic High School. Shirley raised her family; worked part-time at O’Neils and Central Trust and was Secretary at St. Mary’s Church...

Mary Ann Chastain

Mary Ann Chastain

Feb 28, 2025

Mary Ann Chastain, 83, of Canton, Ohio, passed away February 28, 2025. She was born on February 5, 1942 to the late William and Virgie McMannis of Caldwell, Ohio. 

Mary Ann was an avid animal lover, and she loved to visit with her family.

In addition to her parents, Mary Ann is preceded in death by her first and second husband, David...

Frederick "Fred" T. Van Brunt, Sr.

Frederick "Fred" T. Van Brunt, Sr.

Feb 28, 2025

Frederick "Fred" T. Van Brunt, Sr. 83, of Massillon, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025. Fred was born in Newark, NJ on April 22, 1941 the son of the late H. Kenneth and Agnes (Prosser) Van Brunt.

As a young man, Fred dedicated his life to Jesus Christ and the mission of The Salvation Army. He grew up in West...

Carolyn J. Guerrieri Shaw

Carolyn J. Guerrieri Shaw

Feb 27, 2025

Carolyn J. Guerrieri Shaw, 65, of Massillon, passed away on February 27, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic / Mercy Hospital. 

She was born on September 4, 1959 to the late James and Rosemary (Mickel) Guerrieri in Johnshon AFB, Honshu, Japan 

Carolyn attended Lincoln High School and was a graduate of the first class to graduate from McKinley High School in 1977.

After raising her...

John Bolek

John Bolek

Feb 27, 2025

Those who knew John's humble nature and ever-present sense of humor, well appreciated his final request for a brief, to-the-point obituary: "Just say, 'John Bolek is dead.'"

Out of great love for John however, his family would respectfully like to add the following details:

John Bolek, 80, of North Canton, passed away on February 27, 2025 at Aultman Hospital, following a brief...

Gary L. Moles

Gary L. Moles

Feb 27, 2025

Gary Moles, 78, of Massillon, passed away on February 27, 2025.

He was born at home on August 4, 1946, to the late Robert and Ruth (Myers) Moles in Stark County, OH.

Gary graduated from Marlington High School in 1964 and served in The United States Airforce from 1965-1969. Upon his return he began his 41-year career, with Ohio Bell retiring in...

Reda G. Higgs

Reda G. Higgs

Feb 27, 2025

Reda G. Higgs, 85, of Massillon, went home to be with The Lord on February 27, 2025. 

She was born on June 10, 1939 in Dunbar, West Virginia. 

She graduated from Canton South High School, and was a member of Dueber United Methodist Church. Reda was the Cafeteria Manager at Genoa Elementary School, retiring from Perry Local Schools in 2005 after 27...

Phyllis L. Pellock

Phyllis L. Pellock

Feb 26, 2025

Phyllis L. Pellock, 95, of Massillon, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Phyllis was born on October 14, 1929 in Massillon, Ohio the daughter of Jim and Mae Boore.

Phyllis was a lifelong resident of Massillon. She enjoyed gardening, hiking, tending to her flowers, and spending time with her cats and dogs. 

She is survived by her daughter, Vivian Cyphert.

Along with...

Patricia "Pat" Cosentino

Patricia "Pat" Cosentino

Feb 25, 2025

Pat was a world traveler along with her husband Andrew together they visited over 40 countries, after his death she continued traveling with family and friends often taking mystery bus trips with her sister Peggy Riley.

She had many talents including painter, seamstress and baker. Her delicious and creative Christmas cookie distribution to many family households were much anticipated and enjoyed....

Hilda Lowery

Hilda Lowery

Feb 25, 2025

Hilda Lowery, 86, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on February 25, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1938 to the late Lillie and Verdie Lowery. 

Hilda was a faithful member of Friendship Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking and baking, and loved to go on walks. She also enjoyed watching the Cleveland Cavaliers. More than anything, she loved to spoil her...

Abby Kay Fisher Small

Abby Kay Fisher Small

Feb 23, 2025

Abby Kay Fisher Small, 68, of Pawley’s Island, South Carolina, passed away on February 23, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, in Canton, Ohio.

She was born on December 16, 1956 in Massillon, Ohio to the late Daniel M. Fisher and Barbara Moyer Fisher. She resided in Canal Fulton, until her marriage in 1991 to Carl Small. After that, she...

Amaryllis "Amy" R. Whitehouse

Amaryllis "Amy" R. Whitehouse

Feb 21, 2025

Amaryllis "Amy" R. Whitehouse, 98, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on February 21, 2025. She was born on October 11, 1926 to the late Myrtle and Charles McNamara. 

Amy loved to paint, she was a wonderful artist. She was the oldest member of First Baptist Church, where she had been attending for over 70 years. Amy was also a Girl Scout...

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