Timothy "Tim" J. Palaski

Timothy J. Palaski, 73, of Massillon, passed away on August 17, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 16, 1950, in Massillon, to the late Martin and Frances (Mrofka) Palaski.

Tim attended St. Mary Catholic School and was a proud 1968 graduate of Massillon High School. He was a lifelong member of St. Barbara Catholic Church.

He worked at Remlinger Body Shop for a few years before beginning his career at Timken where he eventually retired after 38 years of service.

Tim was an avid outdoorsman. He loved bicycling, hunting, fishing, camping, and archery. He was a skilled wood carver, master bowyer and loved making and sharing his own wine.

His knowledge and expertise made him a valuable charter member with Lost Arrow Archery and his love for nature made him the perfect volunteer at the Wilderness Center.

Tim is survived by his loving wife of 52 years and 10 months, Rita (Schwartz) Palaski; sons Douglas (Danielle) Palaski and Joshua (Ann) Palaski; grandchildren Paul, Verity, and Frances Palaski; sister Elizabeth Palaski Hickel of Michigan and sisters-in-law Jane Arn Palaski of Connecticut and Pam Romans Palaski of Akron; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Tim was preceded in death by his brothers Jim, Paul, Tom, Don, Chuck and Joe Palaski and sister Karen Palaski Rohr.

A memorial mass will be held on Monday, August 28th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Barbara Catholic Church in Massillon with Fr. Cebula officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice, 716 Commercial Drive SW, New Philadelphia, 44663.