James Mitchell Wolf Tucker
Apr 20, 2026
James Mitchell Wolf Tucker, 64, passed away peacefully at home on April 20, 2026. Born in Canton, he was the son of the late Sharon Ann (Tucker) Watts and Carl Richard Tucker. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson Jordan Miles, and his beloved dog Wolf.
James proudly served his country in the U.S. Marines...
George D Scott Jr.
Apr 17, 2026
George D. Scott Jr., 47, of Canton passed away Friday, April 17th at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on December 24, 1978 a son of Tammy (Hill) Beagle and the late George D. Scott Sr. Besides his father he is preceded in death by brother Chris Scott. George was an avid football fan and a devoted supporter of the Pittsburgh...
John R Hensley
Apr 15, 2026
John R Hensley, 72, a life long resident of Canton, passed away on April 15, 2026 at The Pavilion at Edgefield after a 4 year battle with cancer. Born on August 24, 1953, he was the son of the late Thomas Maynard and Mary Sears. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Joni...
Dennis Lee Carpenter
Apr 11, 2026
Dennis Carpenter, "Hard Luck", 72, passed away on Saturday, April 11th, at the Hanover House. Born in Massillon on July 22nd, 1953, he was the son of the late Donald and Evelyn (White) Carpenter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter Carrie Lyn, and his beloved wife, Mary Carpenter. Known to many by his...
Gay Eileen Jenkins
Apr 10, 2026
Gay E. Jenkins, 83, of Dover passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. Born in Tuscarawas County a daughter of the late Daniel Korns and Mary Jane Espenschied. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by her siblings. Gay was a very loving and devoted mother and grandmother who cherished her family above all else. She found her greatest joy...
Gayle Cowan
Apr 4, 2026
Gayle Cowan, 90, of Canton passed away Saturday, April 4th. Born in Canton on April 11th, 1935 a daughter of the late Charles and Anne (Martin) Renzenbrink. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by loving husband of 36 years Robert Cowan, daughter Denise Biehl, sister Donna Derr and brother Charles Renzenbrink. Gayle adored her grandchildren and loved spending...
Fred Armstrong
Apr 3, 2026
Fred C. Armstrong, 59, of Canton, passed away Friday, April 3rd at the Legends of Massillon. Born on November 17, 1966 a son of the late Randall Armstrong and Shirley McHenry. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by step father Richard D. McHenry. Fred loved sports, especially watching The Ohio State Buckeyes, the Cleveland Browns, and the Cleveland...
John R Heinzman
Apr 3, 2026
John Heinzman, age 69, of Carrollton, passed away on April 3, 2026 at Carroll Health Center. Born on June 6, 1956, in Canton, the son of the late Howard and Wanda (Long) Heinzman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife Pamela (Richards) Heinzman, granddaughter Jennifer, 3 brothers Gary, Howard, and Mike, as well...
Wayne L. Jacobs
Mar 27, 2026
Wayne "Sonny" Jacobs, 81, of Massillon passed away on Friday, March 27th at Aultman Compassionate Care. Born in Massillon on September 3, 1944, he was the son of the late Ernest and Mary (Wilhelm) Jacobs. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by 15 siblings. Sonny was known for his goofy personality, Sonny had a way of...
Donald Lee Evans
Mar 27, 2026
Donald Evans, 81, of Canton passed away on Friday March 27, at Aultman Compassionate Care. Born in Canton on May 11, 1944, he was the son of the late Eugene and Sara (McCort) Evans. A proud 1962 graduate of Perry High School, Don carried with him the values of perseverance and commitment throughout his life. He honorably served his country...
Susan A Watterson
Mar 25, 2026
'Together Again'
Susie 'Sue' Watterson, 82 of New Philadelphia, Ohio and Holiday, Florida went to heaven on March 25, 2026. Born November 4, 1943 in Jasper Indiana, she was the youngest daughter of the late John and Florence (Alvey) Brescher. Sue attended Dover High School and later owned and operated 'Our Personal Touch' beauty shop in New Philadelphia, where she enjoyed many...
Hilda Mayle
Mar 24, 2026
Hilda Mayle, 78, of Canton passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Born in Paterson, New Jersey on August 10, 1947 a daughter of the late John Kenneth and Mary Katherine (Hoadley) Anderson. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by former husband but great friend Williard D. Mayle Sr, as well as 2 grandsons Matthew D. Mayle and Nicholas...
Richard J. Ardman
Mar 23, 2026
Richard J. Ardman, 68, of Canton passed away Monday, March 23, 2026. A son of the late Richard F. and Betty J. (Schamaun) Ardman. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by wife Natalie Ardman, son Anthony Ardman and sister Debra J. Baker. Richard loved spending time with his family, grandchildren, and friends. He enjoyed the outdoors and especially...
Jack D Lineberry
Mar 22, 2026
Jack D. Lineberry, 63, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 22 at Summa Hospital in Akron. Born in Dover, on October 30, 1962, he was the son of the late Jack Sr. and Jean (Collinsworth) Lineberry. Jack was a man of many talents-a true jack of all trades-who could fix, build, or figure out just about anything he set his...
David Thompson
Mar 20, 2026
David Thompson, 69, of Canton passed away on March 20th, 2026 at Belden Village Nursing. David was born on March 27th, 1956. No services will be held at this time. Ward-Simchak Funeral Home330-455-0293
Jeffrey Allen Pryor
Mar 19, 2026
Jeffrey Allan Pryor, 64, of Canton, Ohio, passed away March 9, 2026, at his residence. Born on January 16, 1962, a son of the late Fannie Mae Pryor, and Lezone Frazier. Preceding him in death, are his siblings, sisters, Vonn Pryor, Patsy L. Pryor, and brother Johnnie Pryor. Survived by siblings, Margie Pryor, Sandra (John) Stinson; Frank Pryor; Brenda Pryor....
Dale Jacobs
Mar 19, 2026
Dale E. Jacobs, 67, of Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026. Born on November 3, 1958, in Niles, Ohio, Dale lived a life full of passion, humor, and joy that touched the hearts of all who knew him, whether he realized it or not. Dale graduated from Canton Lincoln High School as part of the class of 1976....
Donald Jones
Mar 19, 2026
Donald G. Jones, 65, of Canton passed away March 19, 2026 at Aultman Hospital. Born on May 15, 1960 a son of the late Donald and Wilma (Jacobs) Jones. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by sister Tammie Jones and niece Katrina Jones. Donald loved spending his time outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. One of his favorite places...
Sharon Boylan
Mar 18, 2026
Sharon Boylan, 79, of Navarre passed away Wednesday, March 18 2026. Born on January 9, 1947 a daughter of the late Cleo and Germaine (Schweizer) Randall. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by daughter Deanna Morris and 5 siblings Cleo, Rosemarie, David, Virginia, Roxanne and niece Deniece. Sharon was a dedicated employee of Heinz Frozen Food Co., in Massillon,...
Denise Leib
Mar 18, 2026
Denise Sue Leib, 64, of Canton passed away on Wednesday, March 18th at Altercare Country Lawn. Born in Canton on November 11th, 1961, she was the daughter of the late Donald Harold and Dorothy (Sankovich) Johnson. Denise passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and devotion to her family. She was a woman whose greatest pride and joy...
