Obituary Listing

Jan 8, 2021

Lucinda E Burns, 61, of Canton, passed away Friday, January 8th, in her home. Born in Kingsville, Ohio on October 18, 1959, a daughter of the late Howard and Ruth Elaine (Bateman) Burns. Cindy enjoyed doing crafts. She is survived by 2 brothers Howard Burns and Larry  Burns, both of Allentown, Pennsylvania as well as boyfriend Curtis Graham, of...

Jan 4, 2021

Kathryn V. Rillman, 72, of Canton, passed away Monday, January 4th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on September 11, 1948, a daughter of the late Hanson Horton and Virginia McConnell, also preceded in death by her husband Robert Rillman, as well as several sisters and brothers. She was a member of the Remnant Church of Canton. Survived...

Jan 3, 2021

Salih John Siam, 96, of Plain Township, formerly of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away January 3, 2021 while in hospice care at the Canton Christian Home. Born September 27, 1924 in Holyoke, Massachusetts to the late Ahmed and Clementine (Dobriga) Siam. John served in the 505 Parachute Infantry Regiment, 82nd Airborne Division in WWII, fighting in many battles while being...

Jan 2, 2021

Nolena Mayle, 82, of Louisville, passed away Saturday, January 2nd, at Oakhill Manor Nursing Facility. Born in Philippi, West Virginia on December 21, 1938, a daughter of the late Hamilton and Norma (Croston) Mayle, also preceded in death by her husband Harvey Mayle in 1992 and sister Luevinda. Survived by 2 sons Leo (Dollie) Mayle, of Alliance, Danny (Lisa)...

Jan 1, 2021

Terry Allen Bressler, 70, of Canton, passed away Friday, January 1st, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton, Ohio on November 16, 1950, a son of the late Jack and Charlotte (Gastin) Bressler, also preceded in death by brother Keith Bressler. He served in the U.S. Army. There will be no services at this time.

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Dec 31, 2020

Michael C. Robson, 62, of Alliance, passed away Thursday, December 31st, at Bel Air Care Center in Alliance. Born in Orrville on May 28, 1958, a son of the late Max and  Betty (Sipes) Robson, also preceded in death by infant son Brian Robson. Mike was a member of the Sons of the American Legion in Belle Valley, Ohio...

Dec 29, 2020

Perry Croston-Collins-Mayle, 78, of East Canton, passed away Tuesday, December 29th, in her home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Philippi, West Virginia on September 15, 1942, a daughter of the late Herman and Roselean (Croston) Taylor, also preceded in death by 1st husband Leroy J. Croston, died March 2, 1996, 2nd husband Cecil Collins, died May 8, 2006,...

Dec 28, 2020

Ira W Hendricks, 75, of Leesville, passed away Monday, December 28th, at Union Hospital. Born in Dover on October 9, 1945. Preceded in death by father and mother, Midlred (Silvus) Hendricks and 3 sisters. Employed as a sanitation truck driver for the City of New Philadelphia for many years. Survived by loyal companion of over 26 years, Linda Weaver,...

Dec 28, 2020

Patricia A Battalio, 69, of New Philadelphia, passed away Monday, December 28th, In her home. Born in Dover on October 1, 1951, a daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Grove) Battalio. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of New Philadelphia. Survived by daughter Marci Leap, of Cuyahoga Falls; son Frederick Page, of Dover and 5...

Dec 27, 2020

Phillip Edward Tichenor Jr, 67, of Canton, passed away Sunday, December 27th, in his home. Born in Morgantown, West Virginia on July 24, 1953, a son of Mary M (Kennedy) and the late Phillip E Tichenor Sr. Besides his father also preceded in death by sister Mary Tichenor, nephew Brian Tichenor, and numerous aunts and uncles. He was a...

Dec 26, 2020

Wanda R "Ponnie" Nero, 92, of Canton, passed away Saturday, December 26th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on June 30, 1928, a daughter of the late Charles and  Hilda (Palmer) Flanigan, also preceded in death by husband Royal Nero Sr. and sister Norma Vasilchek. Former member and Chaplain of the Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 3747. Survived by...

Dec 25, 2020

Joseph P. Kopache, 90, of Canton, passed away Friday, December 25th, peacefully in his home. Born in Canton on January 3, 1930, a son of the late Joseph and Jennie Kopache, also preceded in death by his wife Teresa A. Kopache and daughter Jennie Kratzer. A graduate of McKinley High School, he was employed for many years at Republic...

Dec 23, 2020

Robert F Hintz, 64, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, December 23rd, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Dover on August 7, 1956, a son of the late Floyd Francis Jr and  Margaret Lee (McAnany) Hintz, also preceded in death by sister Becky Hintz. Employed as a mechanic for Conrail retiring in the 80's. Survived by 2 daughters Naomi Hintz,...

Dec 22, 2020

Michael General Owens, 75, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, December 22nd, at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio. Born in Canton on October 15, 1945, a son of the late Robert and Effie (Perry) Owens, also preceded in death by sisters Arthelma Gibbs, Shirley Williams and Lovie Williams. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam Conflict. Survived by...

Dec 22, 2020

Linda L Spangler, 76, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, December 22nd, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Noctor, Kentucky on August 3, 1944, a daughter of the late Jesse and Lula Mae "Peggy" (Bach) Kline, also preceded in death by daughter Pamela L. Spangler. Employed for over 20 years with the Miami Valley Hosptal in Dayton. Survived by...

Dec 21, 2020

Timothy L. "Bush" Gartenbush, 64, of Canton, passed away Monday, December 21st, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on November 21, 1956, a son of the late Paul and Barbara (Merriman) Gartenbush. Survived by his wife Diane L. (Bebout) Gartenbush; 2 daughters Amy (Jon) Cox, Jamie (Clarence) Gartenbush; son Robert (Jennifer) Cox; brother Paul Gartenbush Jr; several grandchildren and...

Dec 21, 2020

Sarah Marlene Perine, 31, of Gambier, passed away Monday, December 21st, at Knox Community Hospital. Born in Canton on July 5, 1989, a daughter of Mary Katherine (Elward) Perine and Lester Lee Perine. Preceded in death by maternal grandparents Martha and Paul Camp; paternal Grandpa Lester Perine, uncle Kevin Elward and unborn angel child. Sarah not only worked as...

Dec 20, 2020

Allen Dale Culberson, 68, of Lisbon, passed away Saturday, December 19th, in his home. Born in Philippi, West Virginia on September 25, 1952, a son of the late Verna (Cottrill) Culberson and Gus Mayle, also preceded in death by daughter Jessica Culberson. Employed for over 28 years for Laborers Local 1015 Union, of Canton. Survived by wife Tonia S...

Dec 16, 2020

Patricia Ann Smith, 71, of Massillon, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 16th, while surrounded by loved ones. Born in Canton on June 15, 1949, a daughter of the late Martin and Sophia (Kaminski) Kirsch, also preceded in death by brother Robert Kirsch. Survived by 4 daughters Kimberly Miner, of Canton, Dina (Ronnie) Jones, of Massillon, Robin (Dennis) Lowry, of...

Dec 15, 2020

Brian L Harter, 48, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, December 15th. Born in Canton, on August 29, 1972. Preceded in death by mother Sharon Harter Schillinger and father Edward Harter. Survived by wife Melissa (Kirch) Harter, married October 24th, 2015; daughter Amber Sutek, of Canton; 2 sons Brian Harter Jr, of Canton, Mason Harter, of the home and brother...