Nov 5, 2024

Betty Janet Shafrath, 85, of Massillon, passed away on November 5, 2024 at Meadow Wind Health Care Center.

She was born on August 22, 1939 to the late Herbert and Opal (Lupardus) Parsons in Spencer, WV.

Betty worked as a waitress for 50 years predominantly at the Four Winds and Bender's Downtown Canton. She enjoyed...

Nov 2, 2024

Elaine M. Wade, 73, of Canton, passed away on November 2, 2024 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.

She was born on February 20, 1951 to the late John and Anne (Appollonio) Stuhldreher in Canton, OH.

She was a 1969 graduate of Lincoln High School. A member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Canton, McKinley Eagles, and...

Nov 1, 2024

Dora Lynn Casto, 84, of Canal Fulton, Ohio passed away on November 1, 2024. She was born on September 19, 1940, in South Charleston, West Virginia to the late Ray and Elsie Cloxton.

In addition to being a devoted wife and homemaker, Dora attended Jackson Christian Church and Massillon Baptist Temple. Dora enjoyed taking care of people,...

Oct 31, 2024

Bonita "Bonnie" Lesh Rhodes, 74, of Perry Township, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 in Canton, Ohio. Bonita was born on December 12, 1949 in Canton, Ohio the daughter of the late Delbert and Ladyne (Bourquin) Lesh.

Bonnie retired from Diebold following 28 years of service. She was an avid golfer and bowler in her younger...

Oct 31, 2024

Lela Monroe, 88, of Canton, Ohio, passed away October 31, 2024. She was born on January 4, 1936 to the late William and Reba Weekley.

Lela was devoted to her family, and enjoyed spending time with them. She loved to listen to Elvis, and enjoyed running Farmer Chuck's Garden Center with her late husband. Lela was very...

Oct 31, 2024

Linda passed away peacefully at home on October 31st following a brief illness. She was proceeded in death by her parents Edward and Margaret, her brother Roger and sister Judy. She leaves behind her beloved nieces Colleen, Lisa and Jennifer and nephews Daniel and Jeff along with many great nieces and nephews. And her beloved cats Grayson and Gabby....

Oct 31, 2024

Ryan L. Brown, 37, of Massillon, passed away on October 31, 2024.

He was born on January 20, 1987 to Gary and Rebecca (Shaffer) Brown in Canton, OH.

A 2007 graduate of Jackson High School, Ryan worked for Amore Services. He loved music and cars, if he saw a car he could tell you all...

Oct 30, 2024

Randy S. Boothe Sr., 70, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away October 30, 2024. He was born on March 15, 1954 to the late Delbert Boothe and Helen Walkup.

Randy retired from Republic Steel after many years. He loved spending time with his family, and frequently went fishing and played horseshoes. Randy enjoyed watching sports and Westerns with...

Oct 29, 2024

David E. Harding, 76, of Massillon, passed away on October 29, 2024 at Aultman Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born on January 21, 1948 to the late Gene and Gladys (Wantz) Harding in Massillon, Ohio.

A 1966 graduate of Central Catholic High School, receiving his bachelors degree from Walsh University in 1970 and his masters...

Oct 28, 2024

Thomas R. Grim, 82, of Massillon, passed away on October 28th, 2024. Thomas was born in Massillon, Ohio on August 15, 1942 to the late Paul and Irene (Lappin) Grim.

Tom grew up in Massillon and attended St.Joseph’s Elementary School. He was a 1960 graduate of Canton Central Catholic High School. Following graduation he and several close...

Oct 28, 2024

Mary Ida Jones, 87, of Massillon, was called home by her Savior on October 28, 2024 at Canton Christian Home.

She was born on March 6, 1937 to the late Herbert and Evelyn (Clasper) Laughlin in Massillon.

She was a graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1955. She retired from Republic Steel after...

Oct 28, 2024

Ronald L. Gemma, 64, of Canal Fulton, passed away unexpectedly, on Monday, October 28, 2024 at his residence. Ronald was born on July 16, 1960 in Massillon, Ohio, the son of Ernest Gemma and Dora (Garver) Gemma.

Ron was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1978 graduate of Fairless High School. He worked for R&W...

Oct 27, 2024

Rebecca “Becky Jo” Davis March 29, 1950 – October 27, 2024

Becky, 74, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on October 27th after a courageous nine-year journey with Alzheimer’s disease. Up until the very end, she remained joyful and sweet, just as she had been throughout her life.

A proud graduate of Washington...

Oct 25, 2024

Barbara Ann Jeter, 64, of Canal Fulton, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024 at her daughter's home. Barb was born on September 2, 1960 in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of the late Paul and Virginia (Biggart) Jeter.

Barb lived in Arizona for the past 20 years and moved up to Ohio to be closer to...

Oct 23, 2024

Deborah Ann Gepfrey, 72, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Debbie was born in Orrville, Ohio on July 24, 1952 the daughter of the late James and June (Hassler) Rope.

Debbie was a lifelong resident of Massillon and a 1970 graduate of Washington High School. Debbie worked for Stark County District Library and...

Oct 22, 2024

Carole Jan Rusyn, 82, of Green, went to be with the Lord on October 22, 2024 at Canton Mercy Hospital. She was born on January 16, 1942 to Clara and Vernon Serle.

Carole enjoyed spending time with family, including her husband of 59 years, Henry T. Rusyn. She was a wife, a mother, a grandmother, and a...

Oct 20, 2024

Howard C. Miller, 91, of Tuscarawas Township, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 20, 2024. Howard was born in Massillon, Ohio on January 20, 1933 the son of the late Wilfred and Florence (Sibila) Miller.

Howard was a lifelong resident of Massillon and a 1951 graduate of Washington High School. He was a skilled professional painter for...

Oct 20, 2024

William O. 'Bert' Bergener, 83, of Massillon, passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024. William was born in Massillon, Ohio on January 29, 1941 the son of the late William and Dorothy (Harbaugh) Bergener.

He grew up in Massillon, but lived in various Southern states for 20 years before returning to Massillon. He was a 1959 graduate...

Oct 20, 2024

Dorothy A. Rambaud, 93, of Massillon, passed away October 20, 2024.

Dorothy was born July 3, 1931 to the late Gideon and Ella Taylor (Ulbricht). She was a graduate of Massillon Washington High School. She was a member of the Eastern Star. Dorothy retired as a transcriptionist, working many years for Dr. Charles Paquelet. Dorothy and her...

Oct 20, 2024

Jane Thomas, 79, of Dalton, Ohio, passed away peacefully and surrounded by her family on October 20, 2024. She was born on April 23, 1945 to the late Maurice and Zelma Hoyman.

Jane loved to garden, and enjoyed spending time with her Amish friends. She was a lover of God and her church. Jane had many different...