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Dorothy M. Sonnhalter

Dorothy M. Sonnhalter

Dec 13, 2024

Dorothy M. Sonnhalter, 84, of Canton, passed away on December 13, 2024 at Aultman Hospital.  

She was born on April 16, 1940 to the late Leonard and Edith (Bryan) Adams in Massillon, OH. 

Dorothy was a graduate of Washington High School and retired from Affinity Medical Center in 2017. She was a very outgoing person, who enjoyed the outdoors and spending...

Sue A. Rodgers

Sue A. Rodgers

Dec 13, 2024

Sue Rodgers, 78, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away December 13, 2024. She was born on March 30, 1946 to the late Lester and Thelma (Frantz) Berkshire. 

Sue was born in Newcomerstown, Ohio where she spent most of her childhood years. She graduated from Newcomerstown High School and after she married, relocated to Massillon, Ohio in 1970. Sue worked at Briner's Drugs,...

Nancy Lee Sue Gardner

Nancy Lee Sue Gardner

Dec 13, 2024

Nancy Lee Sue (Renner) Gardner, born August 8, 1936, passed away December 13, 2024 peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.

Nancy Lee was a life-long resident of Jackson Township and a 1954 graduate of JHS. She was a former Jackson Local Schools Board Member. After raising her four children, she worked at RW Screw until she retired after 30+...

Janet V. Constable

Janet V. Constable

Dec 10, 2024

Janet V. Constable, 85, of Massillon, went home to be with The Lord on December 10, 2024 at her home. 

She was born on January 22, 1939 to the late Russell and Clara (Alexander) Bowser in Bergoo, WV. 

Janet was an active member of Massillon Baptist Temple. She retired from Massillon City Schools after 29 years of service. She was a dedicated...

James C. Williams

James C. Williams

Dec 9, 2024

James C. Williams died on December 9 after a brief illness with his wife of 54 years by his side. Jim was born May 27, 1950 in Paris, Texas to George and Mildred (Lynch) Williams. James is survived by his wife Gay (Weisse) Williams with whom he shared his life since their days at Massillon Washington High School. He is...

Carol J. Miller

Carol J. Miller

Dec 9, 2024

Carol J. Miller, 76, of Massillon, passed away on December 9, 2024 at Amherst Meadows Nursing Center. 

She was born on January 2, 1948 to the late Don and Miriam (Baxter) Miller in Canton, OH. 

A 1960 graduate of Glenwood High School, she received both her Associate and Bachelor Degrees from Akron University and a Bachelor Degree from Malone University. She worked...

James F. Ailing

James F. Ailing

Dec 8, 2024

James F. Ailing, 84, of Massillon, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Jim was born on September 11, 1940 in Canton, Ohio, the son of the late Dwight and Mary (Rippl) Ailing.

Jim was a loving and giving person who cared for his family and gave back to his community. He graduated from Timken High...

Vermell F. Roberson

Vermell F. Roberson

Dec 7, 2024

Vermell F. Roberson, 77, of Massillon, went to home to Glory on December 7, 2024. 

She was born on August 4, 1947 to the late Frederick and Vermell (Rivers) Winston in Cleveland, OH. 

She was a graduate of John Adams High School, Cleveland, OH and attended Stark State Technical College and Cleveland State University. Vermell retired from Heinz Frozen Foods after 36...

Tab Orlando Hannon

Tab Orlando Hannon

Dec 7, 2024

Tab Orlando Hannon, age 65, of Massillon, Ohio, departed this life early on Saturday, December 7, at 5:00 a.m. at Belden Village Nursing and Rehabilitation.

 Tab was born in Massillon, Ohio, on May 10, 1959, at Massillon Community Hospital to Thomas Sr. and Bernice Hannon. He attended Massillon Washington High School. Tab was known for his generosity, laughter, and enjoyment. He...

Howard L. Geibel

Howard L. Geibel

Dec 7, 2024

Howard Larry Geibel, 82, of Canton, passed away on December 7, 2024 at Divine Hall of Fame Rehabilitation Center.  

He was born on April 18, 1942 to the late Jesse and Hazel (Manning) Geibel in Massillon, OH. 

Howard attended Tuslaw High School. A frequent visitor at the local McDonalds, where he would spend his day talking with friends. Howard loved riding...

Helen Carol Urban

Helen Carol Urban

Dec 7, 2024

Helen Carol Urban, 86, of Massillon, went Home to Heaven on December 7, 2024.  

She was born on March 23, 1938 to the late Herbert and Ruby (Keener) Rose in Sutton, West Virginia. 

Helen was a graduate of Washington High School. She was a member of Canton Baptist Temple, where she quilted and was a member of The Ambassadors Class and...

Andréa Jacqueline Simpson

Andréa Jacqueline Simpson

Dec 6, 2024

                                              “God gave us memory, so that we might have roses in December.”         -J.M. Barrie

Andréa Jacqueline Simpson, age 67, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on December 6, 2024. Born on September 22, 1957, to...

Charles R. 'Skip' Rea

Charles R. 'Skip' Rea

Dec 5, 2024

Charles R. "Skip" Rea, 82, of Jackson Township, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Skip was born on August 26, 1942 in Akron, Ohio the son of the late John and Ethel Vera (Sloan) Rea.

Skip grew up in Akron, Ohio where he graduated from Buchtel High School and received his Bachelor's Degree in Business at the University of Akron....

Roger F. Reed

Roger F. Reed

Dec 4, 2024

Roger Reed, 80, of Massillon, Ohio passed away on December 4, 2024. He was born on June 25, 1944, Berlin, Ohio to the late Richard and Mildred Reed. 

Roger was a fishing fanatic; he loved to travel and find new places to fish at. He also enjoyed sports, specifically the Cleveland Indians. Roger loved his family and will be missed by...

Stanley "Jim" Provost

Stanley "Jim" Provost

Dec 4, 2024

Stanley “Jim” Provost III, 87, of Navarre, passed away December 4, 2024. 

Jim was born May 23, 1937, in Navarre, OH to the late Stanley and Florence Provost. He was a 1956 graduate of Navarre High School. Jim served in the United States Army Reserves. In 1965, Jim married the love of his life, Karen Provost (Glass). In January of 2025,...

Howard H Hake

Howard H Hake

Dec 3, 2024

Howard H. Hake, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away December 3, 2024, in Kettering, Ohio, leaving behind a legacy of love that will continue to inspire all who knew him. Born on March 24, 1947, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, Howard's journey was one marked by a deep commitment to God, his family, his work, and his community.

After obtaining his...

Charles E. "Charlie" Snyder

Charles E. "Charlie" Snyder

Dec 2, 2024

Every life story, starts with a beginning and an end. The life of Charles E “Charlie “ is no different.

On December 2, 2024, the bravest man in the world passed away with his family by his side. Charlie was born on March 13, 1966, and was the son of Charles and Laura (Schultz) Snyder.

He is survived by his wife, Traci...

Barry Busby

Barry Busby

Dec 1, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barry Busby, age 65, of Canton, Ohio, who passed away peacefully on December, 1st at 10:51 p.m. Barry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, friend, and community member whose impact on those around him will never be forgotten.

Barry was the proud owner and operator of the Irish Pub...

Katherine Bulman

Katherine Bulman

Nov 29, 2024

Katherine Bulman, 90, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024. She was born on September 28, 1934 in Canton, Ohio to the late John Bain and Charlotte McNickle. 

Katherine was a devoted Christian, she belonged to Massillon Victory Church where she was very involved. She was a collector, specifically salt and pepper shakers and cookie jars. Katherine enjoyed...

Shirley Ann Hansel

Shirley Ann Hansel

Nov 28, 2024

On November 28, 2024, Shirley Ann (Hauser) Hansel went to be with her Lord and Savior. Born to Carl and Lillian (Johnson) Hauser, she lived most of her life in the Massillon area until, when in the fall of 2019, she sold her house of 65 years and moved to Florida to live with her son, Scott and his wife...

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