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Ralph O. Mazza Jr.

Ralph O. Mazza Jr.

Aug 17, 2021

Ralph Oliver Mazza Jr, 62, of Bedford, passed away Tuesday, August 17th, at the Justin T. Rogers Hospice Care Center, Akron. Born in Cleveland on November 24, 1958, a son of the late Ralph Oliver Sr. and Evelyn (Rauscher) Mazza, also proceeded in death by bother Michael Mazza. Employed for 25 year at  Carey Roofing of Cleveland as a...

Mary Jane Ludwig

Mary Jane Ludwig

Aug 13, 2021

Mary Jane Ludwig, 68, of Canton, passed away Friday, August 13th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Alliance, on January 22, 1953, a daughter of the late Orland and  Charlotte (Geiger) Ludwig, also preceded in death by 2 brothers John and Richard Ludwig. Employed with Dominion East Ohio Gas for 36 years before retiring. She was a hall of...

Jenny B Norris

Jenny B Norris

Aug 7, 2021

Jenny B. Norris, 65, of Canton, passed away Saturday, August 7th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Millersburg on November 13, 1955, a daughter of the late John and Isabelle (Sorenson) Cowgill. Retired after working as an operator for answering services at Aultman Hospital after 30 years. Survived by 3 daughters Susie (Tim) Jones, Mindy  Norris, Gina Cowgill; son Randy...

William "Bill" Westfall

William "Bill" Westfall

Aug 7, 2021

William "Bill" Dean Westfall, 64, of Akron, passed away August 7th, at the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital. Born in Akron on May 17, 1957, a son of the late Luther "Sonny" and Virginia (Smith) Westfall, also preceded in death by sister Julia Gula; 2 brothers Ricky and Mitchell Westfall. Survived by loving wife Debbie L. (Ford) Westfall; 2...

Irene Nau

Irene Nau

Aug 5, 2021

Irene V. Nau, 89, of Columbus and a life long resident of Canton, passed away Thursday, August 5th, at ProMedica Skilled Nursing of Dublin. Born in Canton on July 11, 1932, a daughter of the late Hiram F. and Mamie B. (Duckworth) Scroggs, also preceded in death by loving her husband Ralph J. Nau, married December 15th, 1951, died...

David Edwin Kelly

David Edwin Kelly

Jul 29, 2021

David Edwin Kelly, 77, of Canton, passed away on July 29th, 2021 surrounded by his family after a short battle with cancer. Dave was born in Canton on July 6th, 1944 to the late E. H. "Pete" and Delores (Wilson) Kelly, also preceded in death by infant twin sister Deanna and brother Gary. He graduated from Glenwood High school...

Timothy Dillree

Timothy Dillree

Jul 26, 2021

Timothy S. Dillree, 46, of Canton, passed away unexpectedly Monday, July 26th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on June 13, 1975, a son of the late Herman Frank and Virginia Diane (Passwaters) Dillree also preceded in death by 2 brothers Gregory and Brad Dillree. A devoted employee of the Zavarelli Pizza Shop in Canton for many years....

Lynn M. Gutridge

Lynn M. Gutridge

Jul 21, 2021

Lynn Marie Gutridge 61, of Hopewell, Ohio passed away after a lengthy illness on Wednesday July 21, 2021 in Canton, Ohio. Lynn was born on August 23, 1959 in Billings, Montana. She was the daughter of the late Elmer R Bedor and Almira (Copping) Bedor. Lynn leaves behind to cherish her memory two sons, Derrick Norris of East Canton,...

Rebecca L. Mayle

Rebecca L. Mayle

Jul 15, 2021

Rebecca Lou Mayle, 70, of Canton, passed away Thursday, July 15th, surrounded by loved ones in her home. Born in Philippi , West Virginia on February 25, 1951, a daughter of the late William Jack and Noreen (Croston) Post, also preceded in death by 4 sisters Jackie, Linda, Nina, Rosemary; 2 brothers Albert and William. Survived by husband Donnie...

Frank L. Phillips

Frank L. Phillips

Jul 13, 2021

Frank Leslie Phillips, 55, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, July 13th. Born in Canton, January 16, 1966, a son of Dorie M. (Coleman) and the late Frank J. Phillips Jr. Frank was the owner of the former Joe's Bar and Grill. Besides his mother he is survived by 2 daughters Samantha Lilenfield, Meredith Lilenfield and brother Robert (Jackie) Phillips,...

Ladonna Kay Coffey

Ladonna Kay Coffey

Jul 13, 2021

LaDonna "Kay" Coffey, 76, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, July 13th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on February 16, 1945, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Velva (DeCost) Mayle, also preceded in death by loving husband Jarmon M. Coffey; infant daughter Rita Coffey and sister Carolyn Pullem. Kay was a devoted wife of 57 years and a...

James A. Mcgonagle

James A. Mcgonagle

Jul 11, 2021

James Allen McGonagle, 65, of Canton, passed away Sunday, July 11th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on July 2, 1956, a son of the late Edward and Kate (McClain) McGonagle, also preceded in death by siblings Kathreen "Bonnie", Edward "Juniy", Gloria, Charles and Gertrude. Survived by daughter Kaylene (Adrian Lewis) McGonagle, of Canton; 2 sons Damien (Jessica)...

Claudia D. Rentz

Claudia D. Rentz

Jul 7, 2021

Claudia D. Rentz, 77, of East Canton, passed away Wednesday, July 7th, at home. Born in Canton on March 27, 1944, a daughter of the late Clyde and Jessie (McCartney) Wood, also preceded in death by husband Robert Rentz Sr., died 11/9/2019 and son Robert Rentz Jr. Survived by grandchildren Breaunna Rentz, of Louisville, Dustin (Rhianna) Rentz, with whom...

Ernest P. Lewis

Ernest P. Lewis

Jul 5, 2021

Ernest P. Lewis, 71, of Minerva, passed away Monday, July 5th, at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital. Born in Dellroy on December 23, 1949, a son of the late Ernest W. and Marion (Baxter) Lewis. A member of VFW Post 4120. Survived by 2 daughters Tracy Craven, of East Canton, Jessica (Thomas) Lupshu, of Minerva; 3 sons Donald Lewis,...

Kimberly Renee Ryan

Kimberly Renee Ryan

Jul 3, 2021

Kimberly Renee Ryan, 55, of Canton, passed away Saturday, July 3rd, at Timberland Ridge Nursing Home. Born in Alliance on May 15, 1966, a daughter of the late Donald and Rolene (Goosby) Ryan. Survived by daughter Valerie Ryan; 2 sons Vincent Ryan, Aaron Culbertson, all of Canton; brother Kevin Goosby, of California; 6 grandchildren De'Angelo, Shawn; De'Asyia, Dar'Myia, Kevin....

Amelia E Botean

Amelia E Botean

Jul 2, 2021

Amelia E. Botean, 92, of Plain Township, reposed peacefully in the Lord on July 2, following a brief illness, with her sons at her side. Born March 20, 1929, in Beech Bottom, West Virginia, she spent her childhood in her ancestral village of Ogra, MureÅŸ County, Romania, returning to the United States with her mother and brother in 1939...

Linda S. Uhrin-Corrin

Linda S. Uhrin-Corrin

Jun 28, 2021

Linda S. Uhrin-Corrin, 69, of Canton, passed away Monday, June 28th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Westmoreland, PA on July 26, 1951, a daughter of the late Steve and Betty (Palla) Uhrin. Survived by 2 sons Thomas (Lisa) Corrin Jr., of North Canton, Chawn (Sheila) Corrin, of Indianapolis, IN; 4 sisters Theresa Leighty, of Pennsylvania, Debbie McCoy, of...

David A. Holden

David A. Holden

Jun 28, 2021

David A. Holden, 54, of Louisville, passed away Monday, June 28th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on August 24, 1966, a son of the late Virgil L. and Shirley C. (Heilman) Holden. A professional land surveyor he was the owner of Holden and Associates as well as Hall of Fame Firearms. An avid firearms collector David was...

Sarah Jean Edmondson

Sarah Jean Edmondson

Jun 27, 2021

Sarah Jean Edmondson, 32, of Canton, passed away Sunday, June 27th. Born in Canton on March 3, 1989, a daughter of Jeannie Makridis and Shawn Green. Preceded in death by grandmother Sue Kohler. Besides her parents, Sarah is survived by daughter Stella Edmondson; son Sean Barrett; sister Brooke Baus; brother Shawn Jr.; loving grandmother Rose Sickafoose; many aunts; uncles;...

Patrick J. Baechel

Patrick J. Baechel

Jun 27, 2021

Patrick J. Baechel, 59, of Massillon, passed away Sunday, June 27th, 2021, in his home. Born in Canton on October 26, 1961, a son of the late Jack A. and Patricia M. (Kelly) Baechel. Proudly served in the Army National Guard. Survived by 2 daughters Brittany (Andrew) Adams, of Louisville, Senior Airman Sabrina Baechel, stationed in Youngstown; 2 sons...

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