Thomas "Tom" W. Schervish

Thomas W. Schervish, age 80, of Perry Township passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021 at home watching his beloved Browns. Tom was born September 5, 1940 in Detroit, MI to the late William & Marie (Elum) Schervish. He was a 1963 graduate of the University of Detroit and an Officer in the Quartermaster Corps of the United States Army. In 1967, he came to Stark County and began an active business and civic life. Tom owned and operated several Burger King Restaurants throughout Ohio and Michigan and was Chairman of Stark Management Services and the Center Ice Sports Complex. He was a tireless advocate for downtown Canton and our local business community. Tom served on numerous boards of directors, most notably as Chairman of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Board of Trustees, Stark County Catholic Schools, and Walsh University. An avid golfer, Tom also enjoyed playing poker and gin with his buddies and rarely missed an opportunity to hit the tables in Vegas. He was strong in his Catholic faith. Tom loved his family beyond measure, especially his four grandchildren, and never let a moment pass when he didn’t count his blessings. Tom is survived by his wife Angela (Brio) Schervish with whom he shared 50 years of marriage. They have two children: son Thomas (Sarah) Schervish II, their children Anna and Tommy, daughter Amanda (Jon) Kendle and their children Liam and Isla. He has three brothers: Herbert Schervish, David Schervish, Dr. Edward Schervish, all of Michigan. Tom is also survived by countless cousins, nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held for the family at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Massillon with Fr. Raymond Paul officiating. Final resting place will be at St. Joseph Cemetery. A celebration of life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Tom’s memory to Walsh University Thomas Schervish Scholarship Fund (Advancement Office 2020 East Maple Street, North Canton OH 44720) or Thomas W. Schervish Memorial Fund (Stark County Catholic Elementary Schools, 4824 Tuscarawas Street W, Canton OH 44708.)