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Edward L. Hodgson
Aug 14, 2020
Edward L. Hodgson, age 70, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday August 14, 2020. Ed was born on January 22, 1950 in Massillon, Ohio to Henry and Lila (Jones) Hodgson. He was a founding member of Abundant Life Christian Fellowship Church, where he was active in their outreach ministries. Ed had many hobbies and interests, but most...
Clyde M. Gray
Aug 13, 2020
"Together Again" Clyde M. Gray, 86, of Perry Twp., passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2020. Clyde was born on June 22, 1934 in Belmont County, Ohio the son of the late Manford M. & Lola S. (Palmer) Gray. Clyde served his country in United States Coast Guard. He retired from the United States Post Office in Canton. Clyde...
Cynthia Mcfarren
Aug 13, 2020
Cynthia “Cindy” (Madaffer) McFarren, age 75 of Akron, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 13, 2020 in Green, Ohio. She was born on November 10, 1944 in Navarre to Joseph and Esther Madaffer. Cynthia was a life-long resident of Stark County and a 1963 graduate of Washington High School. Cynthia, or Cindy as she...
Ralph Martin Peterson, Jr.
Aug 11, 2020
Ralph Martin Peterson Jr., born April 14, 1935, passed away on August 11, 2020. Ralph was born in Canton, Ohio and graduated from Canton McKinley High School where he met his high school sweetheart, Dolores. Ralph was a sturdy and dependable man, and together he and Dolores raised a family full of love. Ralph was also a veteran, and...
Daniel Glick
Aug 10, 2020
Daniel Glick, 88, of Massillon, went home to be with the Lord on August 10, 2020, surrounded by his loving wife and family. He was born in Sugarcreek on January 5, 1932 to the late Albert and Malinda (Mullet) Glick. He was a 1950 graduate of Washington High School. Daniel married the love of his life, Helen Wengert, on...
Thomas Charles Bergener
Aug 10, 2020
Thomas Charles Bergener, 38, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 10, 2020. Tommy was born in Fairbanks, Alaska on November 19, 1981. Tommy worked for Kenmore Construction, but had also worked in the Oilfields and as an auctioneer. He was known for his funny nature, never meeting a stranger and his dedication to his family. He is survived by...
Connie Mae Smith
Aug 9, 2020
Connie Mae Smith, age 62 of Canton, passed away on August 9, 2020. She was born on March 17, 1958 in Orrville, Ohio to Dallas and Clarrisa (Goodman) Boyd. Connie graduated from Washington High School in 1976 with a degree in cosmetology. She worked as an administrative assistant at New Horizons. She loved her family and her two boys...
Taryn Ware
Aug 7, 2020
Taryn Ware, 60, passed away suddenly on August 7, 2020. Taryn was born on August 19, 1959, to the late Ralph “Harley” Ware, Jr. and the late Laura Ware. She attended Franklin Elementary School, Jones Junior Middle School, Washington High School and the Akron University. Taryn was employed by Stark County Jobs and Family Services for nineteen years and...
Nancy Ann Richardson
Aug 7, 2020
Nancy Ann Richardson, age 77 of Massillon, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020. She was born on July 10, 1943 to the late Thomas and Adaline (Mathis) Graybill. She was a 1961 graduate of Massillon Washington High School. Nancy married Gary Richardson on June 19, 1962, and they shared 58 wonderful years together. She is survived by her...
Paul C. Kreiling
Aug 6, 2020
Together Again Paul C. Kreiling, age 83, of Massillon went home to be with the Lord on August 6, 2020, after declining health. He was born in Wilmot on July 26, 1937, to the late Charles and Esta Kreiling. Paul graduated from Beach City High School in 1955. He went on to own and operate Sportsman’s Dream Manufacturing. Paul continued...
Ruth A. Landis
Aug 3, 2020
Ruth A. Landis, age 86, of Canton Ohio, went home peacefully to be with Jesus on August 3, 2020, surrounded by her family. She died after a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by William A. Landis, who was her husband for 48 years, and second husband George A. Brantch, of 5 ½ years. Her parents...
Vicki L. Parr
Aug 1, 2020
Vicki Lynn Parr, 63, passed away on August 1, 2020, following an extended illness. She was born in Massillon on May 7, 1957. Vicki was a Pharmacy Tech at Marc’s and a graduate of Canton South, Class of 1974 and Stark State. She loved, unicorns, sun flowers, Rocky & Bull Winkle, she collected Beanie Babies and Barbie Dolls. She...
Edna Grace Hatt
Aug 1, 2020
Edna Grace Hatt passed away peacefully August 1, 2020, under the kind care of the staff at Aultman Hospital. Edna was born March 13, 1924, on a farm south of North Lawrence to Ezra and Estella (Ruch) Eschliman. She married Roy Rowe in 1943; he served in the US Navy and was lost at sea in the Pacific Theater...
Rita Mae Blosser
Jul 31, 2020
Rita Mae Blosser, 91, of Louisville, OH, passed away July 31st 2020 after suffering a stroke. Rita was born in Massillon June 15th 1929, to John and Giovanna (Sammartino) Flinn, and married Donald Blosser December 23, 1958. She lived most of her life in the Massillon/Canton area. She graduated from Massillon Washington High School in 1947. Was a member...
Wanda R Goodnight
Jul 30, 2020
Wanda R. Godnight, age 104 of Massillon, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Amherst Meadows Nursing Home. Wanda was born on May 16, 1916 in Ritchie County, West Virginia to the late Ben and Lottie Connolly. She leaves two sons, Kenneth (Margaret) Goodnight and Robert (Donnette) Goodnight of Massillon, one daughter, Sharon Burnbrier of Boardman, Ohio, ten...
Timothy "Tim" E. Laps
Jul 29, 2020
Timothy E. Laps, 69, of Perry Township, went home to be with the Lord on July 29, 2020. He was surrounded by his loving family as he entered into Heaven. He was born on March 5, 1951 in Massillon, Ohio to the late Frank and Hazel (Snyder) Laps. Tim was a 1970 graduate of Perry High School where he...
Larry A Smith
Jul 29, 2020
Larry Smith, age 62 of Canton, Ohio, passed away on July 29, 2020. He was born in Tiffin, Ohio to Jane E. Williams. He is preceded in death by his beloved companion, Tiger Paw. He is survived by his New Horizons Family, Dodd County Board Staff, APSI Representatives, good friend, Kevin Oshea, and numerous friends. Larry will be remembered...
Frank J. Moesle
Jul 27, 2020
Frank J. Moesle, 100, passed away following a brief illness. He was born on May 28, 1920 in Canton to Jacob and Susie (Hofer) Moesle. Frank served in the United States Army and owned Priest Automotive Electric from 1953 - 1995. He was a member of Clinton Lodge 47, F&AM, Council, Chapter, Commandery, Tadmore Shrine and Antique Automobile Club...
Bruce L. Gallagher
Jul 27, 2020
Bruce L. Gallagher, 71, of Jackson Township, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2020. Bruce was born on March 16, 1949 in Massillon, the son of the late Pete and Eva (Roehlig) Gallagher. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a 1968 graduate of Timken High School. Bruce worked for Republic Steel and retired after 47 years...
Richard A. "Dick" Kepler
Jul 27, 2020
Richard A. “Dick” Kepler Sr., 94, passed away on July 27, 2020, following complications from dementia. He was born on May18, 1926 in Massillon, to Harry and Helen (Lyon) Kepler. Dick graduated from Brewster High School, Class of 1944 and entered the Army Air Corps during World War II. After the war he went to work for the Wheeling...
