Donnie Mayle, age 73 of Canton, an inspiration to many, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 4, 2011, after a courageous battle with lung cancer.  His strong faith and belief in God was evident he never gave up hope, fighting until the end, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born in Philippi, W.V., on September 6, 1937, to the late Sell and Essie (Croston) Mayle.

Donnie was a man of great character and a friend to everyone he met.  He was the most selfless of people, always putting others' welfare before his own.  He helped people whenever he could, not wanting any recognition for his efforts.

On August 11, 1956, Donnie married his wife of 45 years,  the late Bernice (Newman) Mayle, who died on July 6, 2000.  On April 8, 2006, Donnie married Edith (McCray) Henline Mayle. He was an amazing father and father-in-law to three children, Donnie "Curtis" ( the late Nancy) Mayle, the late Anthony (Dena) Mayle and Aundrea (Norman) Stutler III, all of Canton.  Donnie also was a wonderful grandfather to Eric and Christopher Mayle, Miranda, Megan, and Matthew Stutler.  In 2006, Donnie opened his arms and heart to four stepchildren, Mike and John Henline of S. Carolina, Kathy (Henline) Freeland and Lisa (Henline) Keener of W. Virginia, six step-grandchildren and four step-great grandchildren.  He is also survived by numerous in-laws, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Donnie thought of his in-laws as family also.

Donnie's best times in life were those spent at home with his  family, his passion in life was restoring houses.   Donnie was blessed with six siblings; four brothers;  Glen Mayle of Philippi, WV; the late Denver Mayle, Carney Mayle, and Wilbert "Bo" Mayle,  two sisters, Viette Male of Canton and the late Louise Collins.

Donnie attended schools near Philippi, WV.  After 30+ years, Donnie retired from the Ohio Laborer's Local 1015, in 1999.

Funeral Services will be held at 1pm on Thursday, September 8, at the Canton Free Will Baptist Church, 2817  Harmont Ave., Canton, 44705, with Rev. Marvin "Jack" Mayle and Rev. Anthony Mayle officiating.  Friends are invited to call from 5-8pm on Wednesday, September 7, at the Waltner-Simchak Funeral Home, and one hour prior to services on Thursday in the church. Burial at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.

The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to Dr. Randall Harris, Tri-County Hematology and Oncology, his Hospice Nurse, Donna, and the Mercy Hospice Staff for providing such compassionate care thoughout the illness.


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