Obituary Listing

Mar 27, 2011

Donny H. Hand, 56,  of Carrollton, passed away suddenly on Sunday, March 27th, 2011 at his residence. Born in Charleston, WV on August 24, 1954, the son of the late Oscar and Janet (Butler) Lambert, also preceded in death by his son, Donny Harrison Hand, Jr. Employed as a CNC Machinist with Metals USA in NorthCanton. Survived by his wife...

Mar 19, 2011

Crystal M. Maitert, 96, a lifelong resident of Canton, rose to Heaven on Saturday, March 19th, 2011, after a period of declining health. Crystal was born in Canton, on January 2, 1915, the daughter of the late Gustav and Crystal (Herbruck) Maitert. Retired in 1979 from the Stark County Treasurer's Office after 34 years of service. She had many hobbies...

Mar 18, 2011

Mary E. Hartman, 90, of Carrollton, passed away on Friday, March 18th, peacefully at Carroll Health Care Center of Carrollton, following a lengthy illness. Mary was born in Carrollton, on  January 24, 1921, and had lived in the Canton area most of her life. She was the daughter of the late Harry and Velma (Carlisle) Dray, also preceded in death...

Mar 14, 2011

Steven Lee Rukavina, 61, a resident of Canton, Steven passed away on Monday, March 14th, 2011 peacefully at his residence after a brief illness. Steven returned to his hometown of Canton 5 years ago after residing in Dunedin, Florida , where he worked for 35 years in construction industry. Born in Canton , July 28, 1949, the son of Steve...

Mar 7, 2011

Rocky D. Mayle, 59,while in the company of loving family at his residence following a brief illness. Rocky was born in Philippi, West Virginia on February 4, 1952, the son of the late Gus and Opal Mayle; he is also preceded in death by his sister Rose Mayle and brothers Gus Jr., and Eddie Brent Mayle. Rocky worked for 15...

Feb 24, 2011

Ronald  L. Davis, Age 46, of East Sparta, passed away suddenly, Thursday, February 24th, 2011 following a fall at his home. Born in Canton on February 22, 1965, a lifelong resident of East Sparta and Carrolton, and a graduate of Perry High School. Preceded in death by his father Richard Davis. Survived by his son, Brandon Davis and Brandon's mother...

Feb 20, 2011

Scott P. Whittaker, Age 60, of Canton passed away Sunday Feb 20, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center. He was born Oct 21, 1950 in Pensacola, FL to James & Evelyn Whittaker.  He served in the Army in Vietnam, receiving a Bronze Star.  He graduated from the University of West Florida with a degree in accounting.  He moved to Canton in...

Feb 17, 2011

Thomas R. Smith, Age 74, of Canton, passed away on Thursday, February 17th, 2011, peacefully, at his residence.  Born in Massillon on July 11, 1936, the son of the late Thomas and Eleanor (Erdly) Smith. A veteran of the U.S. Airforce, most commonly known as the "Produce Man" on the corner of Georgetown and Trump. Surivived by his wife, Lynette...

Feb 17, 2011

James Eugene Huff. Age 95, of Canton, passed away Thursday, February 17th, 2011 peacefully at Emeritis Assisted Living of Canton. Born in E. Canton, on March 27, 1915, to the late Earl Huff and Mary (Sibert) Huff Berry, also preceded in death by his sister Ethel Wilson and nephew David Wilson.  He graduated from McKinley High School in 1933 and...

Feb 17, 2011

Edward L. (David Lee) Mayle, Age 70, of East Canton, passed away at 9:26 am, Thursday, February 17th, 2011 at Aultman Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was born in Simpson, West Virginia on December 10, 1940 to the late John and Velva (Croston) Mayle, also preceded in death by his infant daughter, and two brothers. Edward (David Lee), is...

Feb 12, 2011

Edward  E Dolph, 68, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 12, at his residence following a sudden illness. Born on July 21, 1942, in Canton, to the late Adam and Dorothy (Cocklin) Dolph, also preceded in death by brothers Daniel, Dwaine, David Dolph and a sister Dorothy Dolph. Retired in 2000 after 35 years...

Feb 11, 2011

Donald E. Collier, 78, of Paris, OH passed away Friday, February 11th, 2011 at his daughter's residence in Canton following a lengthy illness. Born in Canton, Ohio on October 16, 1932, the son of the late Norman and Elizabeth (Cowan) Collier also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. Employed as a Forman with DLH Industries, and a...

Feb 7, 2011

John  PuiaAge 86, of Canton, passed away Monday, February 7th, 2011 at Aultman Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Massillon,  on October 1, 1924, as a six month old infant moved to Romania for 21 years. A 33yr employee in the Tool & Die Dept. of the Ford Motor Company of Canton, member of the St. George Romanian Catholic...

Feb 6, 2011

Teresa Alice Kopache, Age 77, passed away February 6th, 2011 at her residence following a lengthy illness. An awesome wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, a devout McKinley Bulldog fan, and dedicated retired nurse at Molly Stark and Massillon State Hospital. Born in Lake Cable on September 19,1933, the daughter of the late Peter and Edria (Bailey) Keane, also preceded...

Feb 3, 2011

Connie M. Sedon, Age 77, of Canton, and a four year resident of St. Joseph Care Center of Louisville, passed away Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 at Aultman Hospital following a lengthy illness. Connie was born in Canton on April 26, 1933, the daughter of the late George J and Jean E (Fabinack) Christ, also preceded in death by her mother...

Jan 30, 2011

Blaine E Opel, Age 82, passed away, Sunday, January 30th, 2011 peacefully at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Accident, Maryland on April 6, 1928, the son of the late Simon and Elsie (Bietzel) Opel, also preceded in death by brothers, sisters and his loving wife, whom he married on June 9, 1956, Dolores (Crislip) Opel, who died July 17, 2008....

Jan 24, 2011

Aurelia Abraham, age 92, of Louisville, passed away peacefully Monday, January 24th, at St. Joseph Assisted Residence of Louisville. Born in Canton on October 21, 1918, the daughter of the late Eremie and Elizabeth (Barson) Hanu, also proceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Victor Abraham, granddaughter, Becky Jean Branch, son-in-law, Clarence Branch, sister, Helen Sissea, two brothers,...

Jan 21, 2011

Marguerite (Clark)  Reno, Age 87, of Canton, passed away Friday, January 21st, 2011 at St. Joseph Care Center. She was born in Raceland, Ky., on April 12, 1923. She graduated from Middlebranch High School. Marge was a retired cook with the Plain Local School District. In her retirement, she enjoyed working at the county fairs. She had been a member...

Christopher A Metzger, 54, of Paris, passed away Thursday, June 30th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on May 22, 1968, a son of Sherry (Gary) Metzger and Kenneth (Lynn) Rhodes. Preceded in death by granddaughter Abby. Employed for many years with Bosler Construction. Known to many around him as "Whiskey Chris" or his C.B. radio handle "Moo Cow",...

Mirakel Keith Delmonico Cross passed away Wednesday, November 28th, at Aultman Hospital. Though his life was short, he was loved by his two mothers Shanese Cross and Shardin Yoho; Maw/maw Melissa Cross; Paw/paw Jeffrey A. Baldwin; GG Linda Murillo;Great Grandpa Nelson Cross; Grandpa Ricardo Hunt; Aunt Destiny Cross; Uncle CJ Barton; Nana Anne Mayle; cousin Malakei Cross; and so...