Elaine D. Carter
Dec 15, 2023
Elaine Carter, 72, of Canton passed away December 15, 2023, with her family by her side. She was born to the late Ralph and Lutherine Posey, May 12, 1951, in Akron, Ohio. She attended Akron Central Hower High School. She lived a very robust young life with her siblings Rochelle Posey, Nancy Parmer, Catherine Dennis, Patricia Cox, Germaine Christian,...
Richard Louise Palm
Dec 15, 2023
Richard Louis Palm, 63, of Canton, passed away Friday, December 15th, at his home. Born in Canton on November 18, 1960, a son of the late Richard Byron and Ilene (Harrison) Palm, also preceded in death by 2 sisters Linda Wiles and Toni Palm, 2 brothers Ray Palm and Mark Palm. Many that knew Richard will tell you he...
Karen Louise Way
Dec 12, 2023
Karen Louise Way, 61, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, December 12th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on December 6, 1962, a daughter of Patricia (Phillippi) and the late Robert Homer Carnes, also preceded in death by half brother John Peebles of Texas and niece Kendra Carnes. She is survived by son Christian Way; 3 sisters Cindy Caldwell,...
Jason Dwayne Elliott
Dec 11, 2023
Jason Dwayne Elliott, 56, of Massillon, passed away Monday, December 11th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Massillon on June 24, 1967, a son of the late Walter Thomas and Mary (Wilson) Elliott, also preceded in death by brother Richard Bullock. Jason served in the U.S. Army as a military police officer. He was also employed as a security officer...
Dorinda L. Sabo
Dec 10, 2023
Dorinda Sabo, often referred to as the greatest knee slapper of the Midwest, 77, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on December 10,2023. A wonderful late Christmas present, she was born on December 29, 1945. Dorinda was one of the most loving and welcoming people you could meet, often going out of her way to bring a smile or a...
Marvin Ethridge Williams
Dec 10, 2023
Marvin Ethridge Williams, 64, of Canton, passed away Sunday, December 10th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on July 15, 1959, a son of Jacolia (Knox) Williams and the late John Wesley Williams, also preceded in death by granddaughter Marveiah Williams, Â sister Gloria Williams, 2 brothers Michael Williams, Robin Williams, special uncle George Dunwoody, special cousin Steve Knox;...
Richard Spencer Jr.
Dec 7, 2023
Richard Spencer JR "Junebug", 63, of Canton passed away Thursday, December 7th, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Canton on October 10, 1960, a son of the late Richard Sr and Shirley Ruth (Dukes) Spencer, also preceded in death by brother Timothy Spencer, and 2 dogs Rosco and Vicious. He was affectionately known to his family...
Tommie J. Croston
Dec 7, 2023
Tommie J Croston, 76, of East Sparta, passed away Thursday, December 7th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Grafton, West Virginia on October 1, 1947, a son of the late Homer Mayle and Bertha (Croston) Whitehair, also preceded in death by daughter-in-law Tina Croston, 3 sisters Betty Stolis, Norita Queen, Brenda Mayle, 2 brothers Willard Whitehair, abd Freddie Croston. Survived...
Lucretia Anita (Kay) Juma
Dec 5, 2023
Lucretia Anita (Kay) Juma, 47, of Canton passed away Tuesday, December 5th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on January 30, 1976, a daughter of the late John H. and Jeannetta (Kay) Gardener. Survived by her fiancé Dartrell Everett; daughter  Jazmin Juma; son Ja'viontae Juma; 4 sisters Alfreda James, Sharon Brooks, Chelsa (Frank) Torres, Pamella Brooks; 2 brothers...
James R. Johnson Jr
Dec 4, 2023
James  R Johnson, JR, 36, of Canton, passed away Monday, December 4th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Panorama City, CA on November 5, 1987, to Tracey Kenard and James Johnson SR. He graduated from McKinley Jr High School and worked for many years at the workshops, Twi South and West. James was an avid sportsman with the Special...
Donna Lee Wilson
Nov 30, 2023
Donna Lee Wilson, 86, of Canton, passed away Sunday, June 23rd, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Deep Valley, Pennsylvania on July 2, 1937, daughter of the late John and Ethel (Keffer) Smith, also preceded in death by her husband Gerald D. Wilson, 3 sons Gerald "Butch" Jr., James Wilson, and David Wilson, and daughter Linda Wilson. Survived by son...
Deborah Johnson
Nov 30, 2023
Deborah "Debbie" Johnson, 70, of Canton, passed away Thursday, November 30th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Ft. Sill, OK on November 5, 1953, a daughter of the late Raymond and Mildred (Hayes) Long, also preceded in death by husband Arelis Johnson Sr. and son Danny Johnson. Survived by 2 daughters Misty Waugaman, Amy Johnson; step daughter Tina Johnson; 3...
Margaret May Taylor
Nov 30, 2023
Margaret May Taylor, 71, of Canton, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, November 30th. Born on January 31, 1952, a daughter of the late Elmer and Francis (Minor) Daniels, also preceded in death by brother Bill Daniels. Survived by adopted daughter Kayla Taylor; 2 sons Frank (Lori) Birtalan; Brian Birtalan; brother Ray Daniels; 5 grandchildren Jessica (Thomas) Lawver; Frank Jr. (Alex)...
Sharon June Patterson
Nov 30, 2023
Sharon June Patterson, 75, of Louisville, passed away Thursday, November 30th, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Akron on May 29, 1948, a daughter of the late Carl Clifford and Molly (Piercy) Carpenter, also preceded in death by sister Suzanne Davis. Survived by  2 daughters Christine Marie Patterson; Shirley Ann Patterson; 2 sons Vincent  Eugene Patterson;...
Joni J Hensley
Nov 30, 2023
Joni J. Hensley, 68, of Canton passed away Thursday, November 30th, at Glenwood Care and Rehabilitation. Born in Toledo on August 15, 1955, a daughter of the late Carl and Ann Capehart, also preceded in death by 3 sisters Laura Korb, Donna Chetister, Vicky Capehart, and brother Carl Capehart. Survived by her husband John R. Hensley; sister Robby Colquhoun....
Edward Thomas Palmer
Nov 28, 2023
Edward Thomas Palmer, 61, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, November 28th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Indiana, PA on December 1, 1961, a son of the late John and Sarah (King) Palmer, also preceded in death by 3 sisters Cecelia Pahel, Helen Smith, and Pearl Daugherty, brother John Palmer, 2 special brother-in-laws Marvin Daugherty, and Danny Johnson. He loved...
William Scott Lemonte
Nov 27, 2023
William Scott LeMonte, 82, of Louisville passed away Monday, November 27th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Dennison on October 29, 1941, a son of the late Eugene William and Waneta Fay (Pittis) LeMonte, also preceded in death by daughter Laurie LeMonte, son Zachary Scott LeMonte, 3 brothers-in-law John Eskridge, Robert (Kathy) Eskridge, Bruce (Linda) Eskridge, and sister-in-law Pamela...
Dennis Leroy Waller
Nov 27, 2023
Dennis L Waller, 79, of Canton, passed away Monday, November 27th, at Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care Center. Born in Canton, on September 29, 1944, a son of the late Cecil and Lucille (Leighty) Waller, also preceded in death by daughter Sherrene. Survived by his wife, Diane (Myers) Waller; 2 daughters Tracey (Brandon) Reed; Marie Waller; son Jason (Karen) Waller;...
Fred Eugene Meeder
Nov 24, 2023
Fred Eugene Meeder went home to be with the Lord while in the arms of his loving wife on November 24, 2023. Born in Pittsburgh, PA on March 1, 1949. He was the second son of the late Roland and Mary Meeder, also preceded in death by his father-in-law Mike Leech and sister-in-law Shirley R. Starcher. Fred was honorably...
Dawn Sherer
Nov 23, 2023
Dawn Sherer, 49, of Canton, passed away Thursday, November 23rd. Born in Canton, on January 12, 1974, a daughter of late Michael and Eva (Vicencio) Tucker. Survived by daughter Nicollette (Chad) Carnahan, of Canton; son Logan Garrett, of Massillon; sister Jynette; 2 brothers Tony (Brandy), and Michael; as well as  2 grandchildren Henry and Ella. A memorial service will...
