Molly Rodocker
Feb 14, 2014
Molly Rodocker, age 69, passed away suddenly on February 14, 2014. She was born in Massillon on September 04, 1944 to Naomi Saylor Murphy and the late Clarence Murphy. She attended Washington High School (Class of 62). Molly worked 30 years in Management for Convenience Stores until her retirement. She enjoyed sewing, reading and spending time with her family...
Dorothy Elizabeth Glick
Feb 14, 2014
Dorothy Elizabeth Glick, age 89 of Massillon, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, February 14, 2014. She was carried to heaven by the angel band while surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born in Chambersburg, PA on July 6, 1924 and was the daughter of the late Arthur and Anna Mary (Knoll) Zook. Along with being...
David L. Ashbridge
Feb 12, 2014
David L. Ashbridge, 76 of Massillon passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2014. He was born on April 15, 1937 in Canton, Ohio and was the son of the late William R. and Dorothy (Mannweiler) Ashbridge. He worked at Fleming Foods retiring in 1995. He was a member of Teamsters Local 92 Retirees Club and Holy Trinity Lutheran Church....
Hazel I. Eisenbrei
Feb 11, 2014
Hazel I. Eisenbrei, age 91 of Massillon, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2014. She was born on January 5, 1923 in Massillon and was the daughter of the late Leo and Veronica (Heiserer) Schultz. Hazel was a 1941 graduate of Washington High School. She had been employed at Tyson Roller Bearing and SKF Industries and was District Manager...
Vanessa A. "Vicki" Kufta
Feb 11, 2014
Vanessa A. "Vicki" Kufta, 57, passed away at home, following an extended illness. She was born in Bethesda, MD on September 12, 1956 and raised by her loving parents, the late John & Catherine Rose (Lehotay) Masalko. Vicki graduated from Central Catholic High School and then earned her associates degree from Stark State. She retired from Rite Aid Pharmacy...
Joan Marie Iams
Feb 10, 2014
Joan Marie Iams, RN, age 81 passed away from a sudden illness on Monday, February 10, 2014. She was born in Massillon on July 31, 1932 to the late Elmer and Frances (Wilson) Hindley. She was a 1950 graduate of Washington High School and a 1953 graduate of Massillon Community Hospital School of Nursing. She married George R. Iams...
Parker Steven Lee Mellott
Feb 9, 2014
Parker Steven Lee Mellott 'God's Tiny Angel, Parker Steven Lee Mellott was born on February 9, 2014 in Canton and was taken to Heaven on the sings of Angels. Born to Paige Mellott, Parker was surrounded by loved ones. Services for the the family will be private. Parker will be laid to rest at East Greenville Cemetery.
Edward L. Bucher
Feb 6, 2014
Edward L. Bucher, 84, of N. Lawrence, Ohio, passed away Thursday, February 6, 2014 at his residence surrounded by his family. Edward was born on June 4, 1929 in Massillon, the son of the late Harry and Loretta (Rohr) Bucher. He was a lifelong resident of the area. He retired from Republic Steel. He loved to ride his golf...
Edward A. Baker
Feb 5, 2014
Edward "Ed" A. Baker, 60, passed away on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 at Mercy Medical center following an extended illness. He was born in Dover on October 4, 1953 to Orval Baker and Bernice (McMerrill) Baker of Navarre. Ed owned and operated E. B. Restaurant in Louisville, and Mill Inn in Canton. He worked the last 13 years for...
Shirley S. Doyle
Feb 4, 2014
Shirley S. Doyle, 91 passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2014 at Chapel Hill Community, following an extended illness. She was born in Elmira, New York on April 6, 1922 to the late Clarence and Evelyna (Houghton) Brown. Shirley graduated high school and then studied piano at Julliard's in New York. She married Donald Doyle on November 1, 1947...
Chester "Tom" T. Kingsbury
Feb 4, 2014
Chester T. "Tom" Kingsbury, age 71 of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 4 2014. He was born on September 15, 1942 in Massillon and was the only child of Homer and Helen (Balala) Kingsbury. Tom was a 1960 graduate of Washington High School. He owned and operated South Erie Body Shop in Massillon for 38 years. He...
Linda L. "Pinky" Colucy
Feb 3, 2014
Linda L. "Pinky" Colucy, 68 passed away on Monday, February 3, 2014. She was born in Beach City on December 17, 1945 to the late Mack & Mary Wardell. "Pinky" loved animals and people. She is survived by her daughters Amy Colucy and Marcia (Ray) Couch; four grandchildren Jacy, Kristi, Nicole and Erin; great-granddaughter Josey ; four sisters and...
Sarah 'Sally' Armour
Feb 3, 2014
Sarah "Sally" Armour, passed away Monday February 3, 2014. Although she is gone, she will not be forgotten by the many lives she has touched in 88 years. She was a kind, caring woman with an infectious passion for life. Unconditional love, all will be well, keep a positive attitude, love life everyday and let those you love know...
Shawn Perish Bender
Feb 2, 2014
Sean "Shawn" Bender, age 34 passed away on February 2, 2014 in Canton, OH. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty DeCost, and his grandmother, Marcella Keefer. Sean was survived by his partner Jeremy Hopes; father William (Cathy) Bender and step siblings Michael & Lacey; Stemp-mother Sharon (Larry) Greer; brothers Adam, Robert, Zachariah, Keith and numerous Aunts,...
Susanna Margaret-Catherine Lopez
Feb 1, 2014
Susanna M. Lopez, 57 of Jackson Township passed away on Saturday, February 01, 2014. She was born in Massillon on September 05, 1956 to the late William and Clara (Beall) Sies. She was employed at GE Capital in Canton. Susanna enjoyed vacationing at the beach, spending time with her family, and being their #1 fan. She is survived by...
Patrick J. Doherty
Feb 1, 2014
Patrick J. Doherty, 65 of Massillon, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at Affinity Medical Center with his family at his side. He was born on November 25, 1948 in Akron, Ohio and was the son of the late Robert Doherty and the late Mary Rita (MacIlduff) Doherty. He graduated from Garfield High School in 1966 and went...
James Christopher Alexander
Jan 31, 2014
James C. Alexander, age 81 passed away on January 31, 2014. He was born in Massillon on May 01, 1932 to the late Christopher and Tressie Alexander. He was a 1950 graduate of Washington High School. He married Barbara Barcus on October 24, 1953 sharing 60 years together until his passing. James proudly served his country during the Korean...
Lorraine S. Wertz
Jan 31, 2014
Lorraine S. Wertz passed away Friday, January 31, 2014 at Affinity Medical Center after a two month illness. She was born on October 10, 1927 in Evanston, IL to the late Arthur and Lena (Watson) Nehrlich. She married Robert "Bob" Wertz on March 1, 1947. He preceded her in death in 2005. She retired from Ekco Housewares after 25...
Jack R. "Grandpa" Shearer
Jan 29, 2014
Jack R. "Grandpa" Shearer, 86 passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born in Canton on August 13, 1927 to the late Nelson and Ester (Roth) Shearer. Jack attended Avondale Elementary and was a member of the class of 1945 at Lehman High School. After serving two years in the Navy and attending...
William C. Smith
Jan 29, 2014
William C. Smith, age 56 of Massillon passed away January 29, 2014 at his residence. He was born November 12, 1957 in Akron to the late Samuel & Elnora (Williams) Smith. He attended Word of Liberty Church. He is survived by twelve siblings: Lorenzo Lathem, Jerome (Venessa) Smith, Deborah (Wallace) McNary, Chris Smith, Michael Smith and his wife Dovie...
