Nov 9, 2023

John A. Istnick, 75, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly, at his home on November 9, 2023. He was born on May 8, 1948, in Youngstown, Ohio to the late John Istnick and Susan (Vargo) Harter.

He attended York Elementary School, Longfellow Middle School and graduated from Massillon Washington High School with the class of 1966. John furthered...

Nov 9, 2023

Robert Thomas Hoffner, 81, of Massillon, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2023 following a short battle with leukemia. He was born on August 2, 1942 in Massillon, the son of the late Donald and Mary (Biggs) Hoffner. Robert attended Washington High School and was drafted in the U.S. Army in June of 1968. After the completion of basic...

Nov 9, 2023

Terry E. Russ, 68, of Perry Township, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at his home. He was born on October 4, 1955, in Massillon to the late George and Mary (Brown) Russ.

Terry was a graduate of Perry High School and furthered his education in electrical engineering. His skills led him to a career with...

Nov 8, 2023

Gerald James "Jerry" Burtt, 80, of Massillon, passed away on November 8, 2023 at Aultman Hospital, following an extended illness.

He was born on November 29, 1942 to the late Oscar and Katherine (Koontz) Burtt of Massillon, OH.

Jerry was a graduate of Washington High School, Class of 1962. A veteran of the United States...

Nov 8, 2023

Donald Link Bonk of Louisville, Ohio, born August 9, 1943, drew his last breath on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at the age of 80. He is predeceased by his parents Ralph and Dorothy (Link) Bonk. He leaves behind his wife of over fifty-nine years, Carol Ann Bonk; children, Eric (Patricia) Bonk, Colleen (Anthony Mangino) Bonk and Kurt Bonk; grandchildren,...

Nov 8, 2023

Elizabeth M. (Slabaugh) Clapper Tombow, 89, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023.

She was born July 1, 1934, to the late Joseph and Anna (Yoder) Slabaugh. She was blessed to be #11 in a family of 15 children.

Elizabeth is survived by her daughter Anna M. (Bill) Lanham; grandsons William D. (Diamond) Lanham, III...

Nov 7, 2023

Thomas N. Price, 74, of Massillon, passed away on November 7, 2023 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.

He was born on April 1, 1949 to the late Nathan Price and the late Irene (Lori) Dillon of Canton, OH.

He was a graduate of Fairless High School, Class of 1967. He served in The United States...

Nov 7, 2023

Ronald Lechleiter, 89, of Massillon, passed away on November 7, 2023.

He was born on September 15, 1934 to the late Joseph and Lillian (Kemp) Lechleiter of Masssillon, OH.

He was a graduate of Washington High School and worked for Timken Steel Company for 42 years. He served in The Army National Guard. He was...

Nov 7, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our daughter Carmen Michele Price. She was born on February 10, 1967, to Robert Price and Bonnie Burkett. She left us on November 7, 2023.

She has a brother, Sean Price; stepfather, Frank Burkett Jr.; nephew Tyler Price; and niece Hope Price.

Carmen lived...

Nov 6, 2023

Scott R. Graber was born August 24, 1954 to James R. Graber and Mary Ann Ortiz Graber Heidmeyer. He passed away at his residence. He graduated from Washington High School in 1972 and played three years for the Massillon Tigers, lettering in his junior and senior seasons and was a part of the 1971 State Championship team. He later...

Nov 6, 2023

Melanie Charnas, a free-spirited and adventurous soul, passed away on November 6, 2023. She is preceded in death by her late husband, Mark Jackson. She is survived by her loving son, Zane Charnas, and her devoted boyfriend, Merle O'Connor. Melanie spent her early years in New York and later moved to Ohio in the 1970s, where she embraced a...

Nov 6, 2023

Ruth Ann Turskey of Massillon passed away at Danbury Assisted Living surrounded by family at the age of 86 on Monday, November 6, 2023. She courageously battled multiple-myeloma for over 18 years. She was born on March 17, 1937 in North Lawrence, Ohio. Ruth lived her life serving others and taking care of her family.

Ruth married...

Nov 5, 2023

Wanda Louise (Blake) Horvath, 90, of Massillon, passed away on Sunday, November 5th, 2023, after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.

Wanda was born May 2, 1933, in Jefferson County to the late Madge (Waller) and Frank Blake. She grew up in Adena, OH and attended Adena High School where she met the love of her life,...

Nov 4, 2023

Gloria Jean Forgan, 90, of Massillon, passed away on November 4, 2023 at Aviva Hills Assisted Living, following an extended illness.

She was born on December 3, 1932 to the late Arvine and Velma (Gamary) Ricker of Massillon.

She was a graduate of Mount Marie Catholic High School, Class of 1950. She married her husband...

Nov 4, 2023

Joseph D. Thompson, age 65, of Uniontown, formerly of Perry Twp., passed away Saturday November 4, 2023, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born July 16, 1958, to the late Kenneth and Louise Thompson. Joe married the love of his life, Lori, on September 13, 1980.

Joe was a 1976 graduate of Timken High...

Nov 4, 2023

Carol R. Hamit, 83, of Massillon, passed away on November 4, 2023, following an extended illness.

She was born on July 18, 1940 to the late Paul and Elizabeth (Moore) Ronald in Massillon, OH.

She was a graduate of Washington High School and attended Massillon Hospital School of Nursing. While in High School she played...

Nov 3, 2023

Charlotte L. Ulrich, 90, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023. She was born on April 26, 1933 in Massillon, Ohio to the late Edward and Helen Harig.

Charlotte was an avid Massillon Tiger fan and Ohio State fan. She loved going on casino trips with her daughter, and loved all animals. Above all,...

Nov 1, 2023

Missionary, Mother Jennell Freeman, 81, of Canton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 1, 2023. She was born on February 4, 1942 to the late George Lyndsey Freeman and Annie Bell Blackshear in Dublin, Georgia.

Jennell graduated from McKinley High School in 1960 where she was very active in the Marching...

Nov 1, 2023

Sandra Kay Biggie, 75, of Lakemore, OH passed away November 1, 2023, she was born in Barberton, Ohio on August 1, 1948 to the late Ralph and Mary Baker.

Sandra was devoted to her faith and her children. She loved spending time with grandchildren, especially during Christmas making cookies. She will be missed dearly.

In...

Oct 31, 2023

Hunter Dean Rambaud, 1 year old, from Massillon passed away unexpectedly on October 31, 2023.

He was born on July 7, 2022 in Orrville, Ohio.

Hunter was the happiest, sweetest and most loving baby. He loved Cocomelon, any toy that would sing or light up, and he loved to play peekaboo more than anything. Hunter...