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Raymond James Lee Jr.

Raymond James Lee Jr.

Sep 14, 2019

Raymond James Lee, Jr, 68, of Waynesburg, passed away Saturday, September 14th, in his home. Born in Canton, on October 4, 1950, a son of the late Raymond Sr. and Rosemary T (Evans) Lee, also preceded in death by son Jerry Raymond Lee, sister Theresa Radcliff, 2 grandsons and 1 great-grandson. Survived by 3 daughters Peggy (David) Crum, Penny...

Nicholas Edward Hoaja

Nicholas Edward Hoaja

Sep 13, 2019

Nicholas Edward Hoaja, 41, of Centerville, passed away Friday, September 13th, at Concord Hospital in Concord, New Hampshire. Born in Canton, on November 26, 1977, a son of Richard and Darlene (Landshof) Hoaja. Besides his parents he is also survived by sister Nicole (Dominic) Reto, of Poland, Ohio; brother Gregory Hoaja, of Centerville; and grandmother Olympia Hoaja, of Columbus,...

Guido Nardecchia

Guido Nardecchia

Sep 12, 2019

Guido Nardecchia, 83, passed away Thursday, September 12th following a brief illness. He came to this country from Monticchio, Italy and built a life and family, filled with love and steady values. Retired from Ford Motor Company, he is preceded in death by his son Anthony, his parents, Enrico and Dora. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his...

Christine Mullins

Christine Mullins

Sep 10, 2019

Christine Mullins, 84, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, September 10th, at Aultman Hospital in Canton. Born in England, Arkansas on May 11, 1935, a daughter of the late Lillie, she is also preceded in death by 4 sons Jeff, Lonnie, Phil, Tony and several sisters and brothers. Christine is survived by 1 daughter Connie Farnam, of Little Rock,...

Richard Nelson

Richard Nelson

Sep 10, 2019

Richard L Nelson, 91, of Canton, passed away Friday, September 6th, at Belden Village Health Care. Born in Canton, on August 3, 1928, a son of the late Christ and Gladys (Young) Nelson, also preceded in death by wife Martha (Riddle) Nelson, 3 sisters Marilyn, Beverly, Lynne 5 brothers Wayne, Ronnie, Harold, Howard and Dale. Richard is survived by...

Gisela G Rothacher

Gisela G Rothacher

Sep 9, 2019

Gisela G Rothacher, 85, of Massillon, passed away Monday, September 9th, in her home. Born in Konigsberg, Germany on April 29, 1934, a daughter of the late Ervin and Gertrude (Eroschinki) Kuhn, also preceded in death by husband Larry D Rothacher, 2 brothers Harry and Kurt Eroschinki. Gisela is survived by 4 daughters Wera Wright, of Navarre, Sylvia Boyer,...

Judy E. (Ash)  Milbrodt

Judy E. (Ash) Milbrodt

Sep 7, 2019

Judy E. (Ash) Milbrodt, 71, of Canton, formerly of Jackson Township and Massillon, passed away Saturday, September 7th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton,on June 25, 1948, a daughter of the late Clifford and Signe (Dahlin) Ash, also preceded in death by her husband Roger J. Milbrodt, whom passed away September 18th, 2017, as well as brothers Robert...

Frank H Mayle

Frank H Mayle

Sep 4, 2019

Frank H Mayle, 70, of Philippi, WV, passed away Wednesday, September 4th, at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV. Born in Morgantown on March 1, 1949, a son of the late Goldie Sr. and Agnes (Kennedy) Mayle, also preceded in death by 2 wives Wilma and Sharon; sister Shela Mayle, 4 brothers Goldie Jr, Johnnie, Randall, and Keith. Survived...

Lois Mosley

Lois Mosley

Sep 2, 2019

Lois M. (Etheredge) Mosley, 90, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, September 2nd. Born in Coffeeville, Alabama, she graduated from Mobile County High School, where, in her senior year, she put her 5'11" height to good use as a member of the 1941 State Championship basketball team. She was employed at the Bank of Mobil, and...

Edward W Riese

Edward W Riese

Aug 26, 2019

Edward W Riese, 70, of North Lawrence, passed away Monday, August 26th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Massillon on March 16, 1949, a son of the late Carl E. and Lovetta M. (Kuntz) Riese, also preceded in death by brother Raymond Riese. He was a 1968 graduate of Massillon Washington High School, served in the Vietnam War with...

Ronald L Riegler

Ronald L Riegler

Aug 26, 2019

Ronald L. Riegler peacefully passed away on Monday morning, August 26, 2019. Born in Canton on December 26th, 1936 to the late Thelma "Tony" Davis Riegler. Ronald L. Riegler grew up in Canton. He was a proud graduate of McKinley High School class of '54. He was captain of their swim team. He was the first student at Kent...

Randolph S Gusky

Randolph S Gusky

Aug 25, 2019

Randolph S "Randy" Gusky, 65, of Canton, passed away Sunday, August 25th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on January 7, 1954, a son of the late Louis and Jeanne (Kirk) Gusky, also preceded in death by daughter Gina Camp. Employed for over 20 years with the United States Postal Service before retiring in 2017. Besides his wife of...

Mary L Chekan

Mary L Chekan

Aug 21, 2019

Mary L Chekan, 84, of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, August 21st, at Alliance Community Hospital. Born in Canton, on November 26, 1934, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Kuchta) Stefanak also preceded in death by brother Joseph J. Stefanak. She was a former member of St. Paul's Catholic Church and current member of Our Lady of Peace...

Ronnie L Courtney

Ronnie L Courtney

Aug 21, 2019

Ronnie L Courtney, 69, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, August 21st, at Aultman Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Canton, on August 6, 1950, a son of the late Leroy and Blanche Courtney. Ronnie was the owner of Ron Courtney Painting for over 30 years and an avid stock car enthusiast. Besides his wife, Diane Courtney, of 41...

Dorothy J Schaad

Dorothy J Schaad

Aug 16, 2019

Dorothy J (Dotty) Schaad, 70, of Canton, passed away Friday, August 16th, at The Laurels of Canton. Born in Canton, Ohio on February 5, 1949, a daughter of the late William and Dorothy Schaad. Dotty is survived by 2 daughters Michelle and Dodi, 1 son Mike George, 2 sisters Nancy and Sue. There are no services scheduled however you...

Jack L Westrem

Jack L Westrem

Aug 9, 2019

Jack Louis Westrem passed peacefully to be with his Lord & Savior on Friday August 9th, 2019. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on April 19th, 1943 to the late John R  & Edna Mildred (Oswald) Westrem, also preceded in death by sisters Dianne Fitzgerald, Marion Elea and granddaughter Barbara Westrem. Jack graduated from South High School of Youngstown Ohio in...

Melissa Yvonne Cereceres

Melissa Yvonne Cereceres

Aug 6, 2019

Melissa Yvonne Cerceres, 55, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, August 6th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Rocky Ford, Colorado on June 8, 1964, a daughter of the late  Rudolfo and Estella (Gonzales) Cereceres. Survived by her long time companion Kurt Harper; 3 daughters Sheila Puente, of Texas, Vanessa Cereceres, Rhea Harper, both of Canton; 4 sisters Rosary Trujillo,...

Ronald Edward Sheaks

Ronald Edward Sheaks

Aug 4, 2019

Ronald Edward Sheaks, 29, of Canton, passed away Sunday, August 4th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, on August 4, 1990, a son of Jesse and Shonna (Cassidy) Sheaks. Preceded in death by his grandfather Ronald Sheaks Sr. Known for his passion for perfection, he was a standout in whatever he tried, whether it be his high school...

Philomena Amelia Graziose-Soltero

Philomena Amelia Graziose-Soltero

Jul 31, 2019

Philomena Amelia Graziose-Soltero, 75, of Carrollton, passed away Wednesday, July 31st, at her residence. Born in Orrville, California on May 8, 1944, a daughter of the late Phillip and Mabel (Cameron) Graziose, also preceded in death by her  husband Gilbert Soltero, passed away 2012. Employed as a court clerk in Sacramento County, California for many years before retiring in...

John Robert Kelly

John Robert Kelly

Jul 31, 2019

John Robert Kelly, 96, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, July 31st, at Rose Lane Nursing Home in Massillon. Born in Durham, NC on August 7, 1922, a son of the late Royal David and Inez (Bynum) Kelly, also preceded in death by his wife Vivian (Mayle) Kelly, passed away in 2002, 2 daughters Cynthia Hilliard, Annette Kelly, and son...

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