Mar 29, 2023

Gary Lee Wells Sr., 80, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, with family at his side. He was born on August 31, 1942, in Massillon, Ohio, to Joseph and Georgia Wells.

During his high school years, he played on two state championship football teams for Washington High School, his alma mater in Massillon,...

Mar 29, 2023

Therese Marie Matie, 86, of Massillon, passed away on Wednesday, March 29, 2023. Therese was born on December 6, 1936, in Massillon, the daughter of the late Elmer and Florence (Ritzka) Jordan. Therese loved her family, fashion, decorating, and traveling. She was in the real estate business for over 50 years. Therese loved helping people and getting new families...

Mar 29, 2023

David Julius Klekner and Sue (Kinney) Klekner of Massillon, both 85, died 40 hours apart at The Inn at University Village of Massillon.

David passed on March 27th, 2023, and was born in Massillon, Ohio December 7th, 1937, to the late J.J. and Eva (Stanyard) Klekner. He was married to Sue Kinney Klekner on May 14th, 1960,...

Mar 29, 2023

Craig D. Schumacher, 69, of Canton, passed away at home with his family on March 29, 2023. He was born on April 7, 1953 to the late Blaine and Helen (Craigo) Schumacher in Canton, Ohio. He was a 1970 graduate of Perry High School.

Craig worked for Perry Local Schools. He attended Reedurban Presbyterian Church, enjoyed driving...

Mar 29, 2023

Lawrence (Larry) V. Hug, Jr., age 81, passed away on March 29, 2023. He was born in Canton, Ohio on May 27, 1941 to the late Lawrence V. and Hannah L. (Schuck) Hug.

He graduated from Canton Central Catholic High School in the class of 1959. While at CCHS he was a stand out on the golf...

Mar 28, 2023

Joseph "Joe" Lee Maupin, 88, of Massillon, passed away on March 28, 2023 at Brewster Parke. He was born on December 11, 1934 to the late Clarence and Loretta (Kouth) Maupin in Massillon, OH. He married Beatrice Gaye Maupin on July 17, 1960 and they shared 59 years together until her passing in 2019

Joe worked as...

Mar 28, 2023

Joseph Friedrich Sr., 66, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was born on February 4, 1957 to James and Joanne Friedrich.

Joseph enjoyed golf, darts and spending time with his family. He was a proud grandfather and Veteran of the U.S. Navy. He worked at Stark Cooling and Heating for many years...

Mar 28, 2023

Phyllis A. Howard, 73, of Massillon, Ohio, left this world to be with her Lord and Savior on March 28, 2023 following a brief illness.  Born on April 28, 1949, Phyllis was a lifelong resident of Massillon. She was a Washington High School graduate. Phyllis worked and retired from ECKO Housewares in Massillon. She loved AA and was an...

Mar 27, 2023

Richard Michael Knox, 64, of Massillon, passed away on March 27, 2023 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center, following a brief illness.

Mike was born on May 21, 1958 to the late Homer and Gloria Knox in Canton.

He loved to ride his Harley and spending time with his friends. Mike was always available to a...

Mar 27, 2023

David Julius Klekner and Sue (Kinney) Klekner of Massillon, both 85, died 40 hours apart at The Inn at University Village of Massillon.

David passed on March 27th, 2023, and was born in Massillon, Ohio December 7th, 1937, to the late J.J. and Eva (Stanyard) Klekner. He was married to Sue Kinney Klekner on May 14th, 1960,...

Mar 27, 2023

Paula K. Ream, 69, of Massillon, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023. She was born on September 4, 1953, in Massillon to the late Paul and Caroline (Show) Martin.

Paula was a 1971 graduate of Tuslaw High School, but she was a longtime season ticket holder of the Massillon Tigers and proudly cheered them on every Friday...

Mar 27, 2023

Louis E. Rohr, 91, of Jackson Township, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023. Louis was born on December 16, 1931, in Massillon, Ohio the son of the late Augustine and Irene (Sibila) Rohr. He was a 1951 graduate of Jackson High School, where he was a 4-year football letterman. He married Marie Ringley in June 1953. Louis loved...

Mar 27, 2023

Richard “Rocky” A. Lamp, 41, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 27, 2023. He was born in Columbus, Ohio to Richard P. and Debra (Coontz) Lamp.

Rocky was currently enrolled through Kent State’s online program, and he was very close to finishing his degree in counseling. That was his true calling, helping others...

Mar 26, 2023

Kenneth P. Hutton, 68, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, March 26th, 2023. He was born on December 10th, 1954 in Cleveland, Ohio, the youngest of three children born to Ervin and Dorothy Hutton.

Ken greeted everyone he met with open arms, and let faith guide each of his steps through his life as a...

Mar 25, 2023

Thomas Andrews, 92, of Jackson Township, passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Thomas was born on August 30, 1930, in Greece the son of the late Konstantios and Leonitsa Andriopoulos. He grew up in Greece and came to America in 1950. He worked as a painter for both himself and for various other painting companies including Madias Bros....

Mar 24, 2023

Terry Lee Horvath, 68, passed unexpectedly in his home Friday, March 24, 2023.

Born June 23, 1954 in Massillon, Ohio to Frank and Wanda Horvath, Terry graduated in 1972 from Tuslaw High School, where he met his life-long love, Vicki (Lynn) Horvath. The two married November 6, 1976 and had many adventures over their nearly 47 year...

Mar 24, 2023

Jean A. Stewart, age 90, of Massillon, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 24, 2023. She was born on August 23, 1932 in Canton, Ohio to John Thomas and Wanda Anna (Shear) Briggs. She was a member of the Fellowship Baptist Church where she enjoyed being with God’s people. Jean enjoyed visiting with family...

Mar 23, 2023

Lynn M Longwell, 54, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023. She was born on August 28, 1968 in to Robert and Donna Hibbitts.

She is preceded in death by her father, Robert Hibbitts.

Lynn is survived by her mother, Donna Hibbitts; siblings, Karen (Kenneth) Shelt, and Steven (Terri) Hibbitts; niece, Ashlee...

Mar 23, 2023

Katherine "Katie" Elizabeth Caprita, 37, passed away on March 23,, 2023 in Massillon, Ohio.

Katie was born November 26, 1985 to George J. Caprita Sr. and Elizabeth "Betty" (Disler) Caprita at Doctor's Hospital in Massillon, Ohio. Katie attended Canton Country Day School from K-8th grade before going on to graduate from Perry High School in 2004. During...

Mar 19, 2023

Carol Lesley Short, 80, of Massillon, passed away at her home on March 19, 2023. She was born in the United Kingdom on September 1, 1942, to the late Harry and Janet (Hodges) Skidmore.

Carol worked for Hitachi automotive supplier and retired after 20+ years of service.

She loved the simple things in life like...