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David L. Dalo

David L. Dalo

Jan 19, 2022

David L Dalo, 73, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, January 19th, after an extended illness. Born in Canton on September 6th, 1948, a son of the late Wilbur Dalo and Mary (Forchione) Allen, also preceded in death by brothers Fred "Professor" and Larry. A maintenance man for Fitzpatrick Realty from 2000-2019, small business owner and construction worker before, Dave...

Gail A. Parsons

Gail A. Parsons

Jan 19, 2022

Gail Ann Parsons, 67, of East Sparta, passed away Wednesday, January 19th, in her home. Born in Canton on August 9, 1954, a daughter of the late Roscoe and Dorothy (Budd) Mayle, also preceded in death by loving husband Roger Parsons; son Brian Starkey; 2 sisters Glenda Parsons, Barbara Mayle and 3 brothers Clifford Mayle, Ronald Mayle and Tracy...

Regina Simpson

Regina Simpson

Jan 18, 2022

Regina Simpson, 63, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, January 18th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Cambridge on July 16, 1958, a daughter of the late Andrew and Marguerite (Ransom) Simpson. Survived by 6 sisters Constance Simpson, her twin Rebecca Simpson, Margo Simpson, Sharon Rogers, Barbara Simpson, Kim Malone; 2 brothers Richard Simpson, Tyrone (Brenda) Simpson; she also leaves behind...

Louise Ann Koffel-Black

Louise Ann Koffel-Black

Jan 18, 2022

Louise Ann Koffel-Black, 45, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, January 18th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on June 15, 1976, a daughter of Trudy Mae (Stipe) Moretta and the late Douglas Carl Koffel. Louise worked as an assistant manager at Goodwill for 15 years. She was the wife of James Scott Black. She is survived by her son,...

Edward A. Koch

Edward A. Koch

Jan 14, 2022

Edward A Koch, Jr., 41, of Canton, passed away Friday, January 14th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on January 9, 1981, a son of Edward Koch, Sr. and the late Anita Bratcher. Preceded in death by sister Megan Koch. A loving family man, his dying wish was that they stick together and remain there for one another....

Oliver L. Brantley, Jr

Oliver L. Brantley, Jr

Jan 13, 2022

Oliver Lee Brantley Jr, transitioned from his Earthly life on January 13th, 2022, in his home surrounded by loved ones after an extended illness. Born on October 24th, 1947, to the late Oliver Lee Brantley Sr. and Nesola (Mitchell) Brantley. Oliver or Ballgame as he was affectionately known, recently retired in July of 2020 from Ohio Grating where he...

David Allyn Douthitt

David Allyn Douthitt

Jan 13, 2022

David Allyn Douthitt, 74, of Massillon, passed away Thursday, January 13th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Akron, on March 24, 1947, a son of the late Clinton and Maxine (Weiss) Douthitt, also preceded in death by a brother, Michael Douthitt, and a granddaughter, Morgan Douthitt. Honorably served in the U.S. Army in the 82nd Airborne as a Corporal;...

Jacki M. Kerstetter

Jacki M. Kerstetter

Jan 10, 2022

Jacki Marie Kerstetter, 64, of Canton. On Monday, January 10, 2022, we lost an amazing mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was truly the best and had such a pure heart. Born in Warren on March 27, 1957, a daughter of the late Thomas and Shirley (Erickson) Porter. Jacki left behind two daughters; Nicole (Richard) Whitt, Melissa Terrell; six...

Tyrese J. Shaneyfelt

Tyrese J. Shaneyfelt

Jan 10, 2022

Tyrese Joshua Shaneyfelt, 18, of Canton, passed away Monday, January 10th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on October 12, 2003, son of Joshua Shaneyfelt and Erika (Kintz) Bradford. Preceded in death by grandfathers Jerry Leatherman and James Jackson Sr. Besides his parents, he is survived by 2 sisters Latoya Shaneyfelt, Gabrielle Ferguson; brother Travis Shaneyfelt; 2 grandmothers...

Keith A Reisdorf

Keith A Reisdorf

Jan 9, 2022

Keith A. Reisdorf, 65, of Canton, passed away Sunday, January 9th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on March 17, 1956, a son of the late Charles and Geraldine (Knoch) Reisdorf, also preceded in death by brother David Reisdorf and 4 nephews Richard McPherson, Kenny Phillips, Tim and Jonathan Solvey. Was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church...

Melissa M. Moore

Melissa M. Moore

Jan 8, 2022

Melissa Marie Moore, 45, of Canton, passed away Saturday, January 8th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Marquette, Michigan on December 15, 1976, a daughter of Earl and Kathalene (Hairston) Deitrick. Survived by 2 daughters Zharyia Lovell and Malyia Stanley, both of Canton; 2 sisters Heather Deitrick and Myia Hairston, both of West Virginia; as well as 2 grandchildren...

Virginia "Ginny" Smith

Virginia "Ginny" Smith

Jan 8, 2022

Virginia Lee "Ginny" Smith, 78, of Canton, passed away Saturday, January 8th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Philippi, West Virginia on April 1, 1943, a daughter of the late Ernest and Goldie (Croston) Mayle, also preceded in death by her husband Thomas E. Smith Sr.; 2 sisters Marlene (David) James, Lucy Zelk; 3 brothers Jack Mayle, Roger (Beverly)...

Richard T Bird Sr.

Richard T Bird Sr.

Jan 7, 2022

Richard T. Bird Sr., 78, of Canton, passed away Friday, January 7th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on January 16, 1943, a son of the late Frank and Geraldine (Clay) Bird, also preceded in death by daughter Barbara Eatherton and brother Jack Bird. A member of the U.S. Army, he was employed with The Timken Company as...

Richard L. Mccully Sr

Richard L. Mccully Sr

Jan 6, 2022

Richard Lee McCully, Sr., 71, of Canton, passed away Thursday, January 6th, at his residence surrounded by loved ones. Born in Canton on December 11, 1950, a son of the late Thomas  E. and Ella Mae (Lewis) McCully, also preceded in death by sister Sandy McCully. Survived by his wife Naomi M. (Bailey) McCully; daughter Rachel (Chris) Dunn; son...

Robert J. Smith

Robert J. Smith

Jan 6, 2022

Robert J. Smith, 63, of Canton, passed away Thursday, January 6th, at Aultman Hospital. Robert was born in Canton on April 6, 1958, to the late Fred and Dolores (Carson) Smith, also preceded in death by older brother Mike Smith and younger sister Natalie Fogle. Robert worked diligently at Republic Storage in Canton for over 17 years.  Survived by...

Sarah J Harsh

Sarah J Harsh

Jan 6, 2022

Sarah J. Harsh, 72, of Magnolia, passed away Thursday, January 6th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Fort Smith, Arkansas on March 10, 1949, a daughter of Dorothy (Patterson) Williams and the late Omer Williams, also preceded in death by sister Judy Wilson and brother Donny Williams. Besides her mother, she is survived by her husband Samuel Harsh; 4...

Richard Lee Hesson

Richard Lee Hesson

Jan 6, 2022

Richard Lee Hesson, 64, of Canton, passed away Thursday, January 6th, at home surrounded by loved ones. Richard was born in Canton on December 9, 1957, a son of the late Dwight and Shirley Hesson. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Preceded in death by brother Dwight Hesson Jr. Survived by son Brandon Hesson, of Massilon; son...

Robert E. Mccarty

Robert E. Mccarty

Jan 5, 2022

Robert E. "Blib" McCarty, 72, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, January 5th, at Mercy Medical Center. Robert was born in Canton on December 11, 1949, a son of the late James William McCarty and Jennie (Brown) McCarty. Also preceded in death by 3 sisters Barbara McCarty, Mary McCarty, and Lillian Wise, as well as 1 brother Joel Roudebush. Robert...

Dewayne Dave Jr

Dewayne Dave Jr

Jan 4, 2022

DeWayne Dave, Jr., 42, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, January 4th, at his home. DeWayne was born in Germany, on December 17, 1979, a son of DeWayne and Annie (McIntyre) Dave, Sr. He is survived by his parents and 2 sons Danavien Q. Garrett, of FL and DeWayne Dave III, of Canton. He is preceded in death by his...

Donald Meek Jr.

Donald Meek Jr.

Jan 3, 2022

Donald E. Meek, Jr, 62, of Minerva, passed away Monday, January 3rd, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Canton on July 2, 1959, a son of the late Mary Chekan and Donald E Meek, Sr, also preceded in death by brother Jim Green. Survived by his wife Diane J. (Little) Meek, daughter Mary (Jonathan) Koehli, of...

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