Russita "Rusty" M. Kraus

Russita "Rusty" M. Kraus, 80, of Canton, passed away on September 17, 2022.

She was born on April 1, 1942, to the late Louis and Ida (Metz) LaFord in Massillon.

Russita graduated from Beach City High School and Stark State College. She worked as a physical therapy assistant for Aultman Hospital. Russita lived her life in dedication to her family.

Russita is survived by her loving husband, John; children, John (Sandy), Russell, Tracy (Charles), Doug (Dina); sister, Susan Staub; grandchildren, Brianna (Jared), Ethan, Kaylie, Carly, Joshua; and 4 great grandchildren.

Family and friends will gather on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home.

Memorials are suggested to the Stark County Special Olympics at www.specialolympicsstark.com

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