Obituary Listing

May 2, 2025

Jo Anne Rainsberg, 68, of Dover, passed away Friday, May 2nd, at Community Hospice Truman House. Born in Dover, on August 3, 1956, a daughter of the late Jack W. and Roberta M (Hixson) Wages. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by loving husband of 13 years Donald Lee Rainsberg and sister Patricia Doney. Jo cherished spending...

Apr 30, 2025

David Lee Moore, 69, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, April 30th, at the Divine Hall of Fame Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center. Born in Canton, on January 8, 1956, a son of the late Leonard C. and Ruth E. (Davis) Moore. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, George Moore and by his...

Apr 28, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Carole Faye Wright-John, 90, on April 28, 2025 with her loving family beside her.

Carole embraced life with a warm heart and was loved by all who knew her.  She loved spending time with her family, especially her three great-grandchildren.

Carole was preceded in...

Apr 26, 2025

Carol Smith passed away April 26th at the age of 80. Born in Canton, to the late John and Cecelia Marchand. Preceded in death by her loving husband David after 47 years of marriage, son James and several brothers and sisters. Survived by her son Gary (Jodie) Smith of Jackson Twp. Carol's wishes were to be cremated and as...

Apr 24, 2025

Michael J. Bardin, 80, of Canton, passed away Thursday, April 24th. Born on July 30,1944 in Cleveland, to Jeanette R. Jones and later adopted by his grand aunt, Mary M. (Tanner) Bardin and her husband, John J, Bardin of Canton in 1947. Michael was raised in Canton for his early formative years at St.John's and St. Joseph's Catholic schools....

Apr 24, 2025

Lisa Ann Baker, 63, of Massillon, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, April 24th. Born in Canton, on June 28, 1961, a daughter of the late Howard and Faye (Saltzman) Allmon. Lisa was very compassionate in all roles of her life, she had a heart of gold and was always helping other people. She enjoyed golfing...

Apr 20, 2025

Tammy Lynn Rohrer (Johnson), 60, of Canton, passed away Sunday, April 20th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, on April 21, 1964, a daughter of the late William and Carol (Saunders) Fether. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son Vance (Boo), 3 brothers Vance, Shane, John and her sister Betty. Tammy enjoyed...

Apr 19, 2025

Kim Romigh, 71, of Massillon, passed away Saturday, April 19th, at Aultman Compassionate Care. Born in Salem, on October 26, 1953, a son of the late Kenneth and Dorothy (Ulrich) Romigh Jr. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by son Joshua, granddaughter Ashlyn and great-grandson Greyson. Kim graduated from West Branch High School, he was a former...

Apr 18, 2025

Christopher Lee Stilwell, 63, of Canton, passed away Friday, April 18th, at Home. Born in Canton, on February 28, 1962, a son of the late Roy and Barbara (Wilkinson) Stilwell. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Jeffrey Stilwell. Survived by his son Dennis Smith; brother William Stilwell; 2 nieces Ashley Thomas &...

Apr 17, 2025

Harry Myers, 68, of New Philadelphia, passed away Thursday, April 17th, in his home. Born in Wilmington, on October 22, 1956, a son of the late Lemoyne Myers and Shirley (Price) Cross. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Pamlayne Myers. Harry was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 515 in...

Apr 16, 2025

Robert Ernest Schafer, 68, of Brewster, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family Wednesday, April 16th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Dover, on February 5, 1957, a son of the late Robert Daniel and Geraldine Mae (Evans) Schafer.  Besides his parents he is preceded in death by step father who he was very close to David Caldwell,...

Apr 11, 2025

Joanne Stuples, 88, of North Canton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 11th, at Mercy Hospital. Born in Beloit, a daughter of the late Charles and Velma (Reno) Call. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph Ritchie; 2nd husband, John Zepernick; 3rd husband William Stuples;...

Apr 8, 2025

Betty J Findlay, 87, of Uniontown, passed away Tuesday, April 8th, at Bethany Nursing Home. Born in Ava, Ohio on July 27, 1937, a daughter of the late Grover D. and Mabel I (Brown) Bryan. Betty was a very loving and kind person who was loved dearly by her family and friends. Survived by daughter Debbie (Ray) Devine; 4...

Apr 7, 2025

Franklin Harvey, Jr., 65, of Massillon, passed away Monday, April 7th. Born in Orrville, on June 2, 1959, a son of the late Franklin Harvey, Sr. and Wilma Roe. Besides his parents he preceded in death by sister Katherine Schaller, brother Brian Harvey, Sr., and cousin Lacy Harvey, Sr. Franklin proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He...

Apr 4, 2025

Patricia C. Thiessen, 74, of Navarre, passed away Friday, April 4th, at Aultman Compassionate Care. Born on April 8,1950, a daughter of the late Patrick and Claire (Trinkle) Nelligan. Patricia loved and cherished spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, she also was a avid animal lover. Survived by loving husband David Thiessen; 2 daughters Lisa Thiessen,...

Apr 4, 2025

Brenda Gail Kuhns, 76, of Canton, Ohio, passed away Friday, April 4th, at her home. Born in Asheville, North Carolina on July 30, 1948, a daughter of the late Theodore and Ruth Davis. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by many brothers and sisters. Brenda drove School bus for Plain Local School districts for many, many years...

Apr 2, 2025

Paul Vernon Grant, Jr, 35, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, April 2nd in his home.  Paul was born on July 4th, 1989 in Canton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by grandmother Virginia Hawk, grandfathers John Hawk and Gary Boehke. Paul attended and graduated from McKinley High School in 2008. He had worked as a driver for Kimble Trash...

Apr 1, 2025

Charles Edward Gutman, 62, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, April 1st. Born in Long Island, New York on October 27, 1962, a son of the late Gerard Thomas and Claudine Lee (Beisel) Gutman. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister Jeanne Miller. Charles was an overwhelmingly kind and giving person, who loved life...

Mar 30, 2025

Michael Nicholas, 64, of Ravenna, passed away Sunday, March 30th, at Green Meadows Skilled Nursing. Born in Canton, on March 17, 1961, a son of the late Forrest and Bessie (Ramsey) Nicholas. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by 2 brothers Larry Nicholas and Greg Nicholas. Mike loved God, he was a devoted member of New Vine...

Mar 28, 2025

In Loving Memory of Leon Rysak July 25, 1959 – March 28, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leon Rysak on March 28, 2025, at the age of 65. Leon was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. He was surrounded by his family in his final moments at his home...