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
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 RÂ & 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
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
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
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
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...
William B Mellinger
Jul 31, 2019
William B. Mellinger Sr., 86, of Scio, passed away Wednesday, July 31st, at Sunnyslope Nursing Home in Bowerstown. Born in Dillonvale on March 25, 1933, a son of the late James and Martha (LeQue) Mellinger, also preceded in death by son William B Mellinger Jr. Bill enjoyed sales, and was an avid salesman most of his adult life. Survived...
Frederick "Fritz" Burkhart Jr.
Jul 30, 2019
Frederick E. "Fritz" Burkhart, Jr, 73, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, July 30th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Stafford, OH on January 14, 1946, a son of the late Frederick E. Sr and Viola M. (Biedenbach) Burkhart, also preceded in death by brother James Burkhart as well as infant brother Kenneth. Employed for many years with the Canton...
Mary H Porterfield
Jul 29, 2019
Mary H. Porterfield, 87, of Canton, passed away Monday, July 29th, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Dolomite, Alabama on September 16, 1931, a daughter of the late Beatrice and Elsie (Hill) Trammel, also preceded in death by 4 sisters Mozell, Ruth, Ruby, Hazel; 3 brothers Melvin, James, and Alfred. Survived by 2 daughters Wanda...
Clyde R Wise
Jul 25, 2019
Clyde R Wise, 67, of Canton, passed away Thursday, July 25th, at Altercare of Nobles Pond. Born in Dartmoor, WV on December 10, 1951, a son of Dorothy (Wagner) Wise and the late Forest Wise, also preceded in death by brother Dewey E. Wise and sister Catherine "Cat" Johnston. Clyde attended both McKinley and Lehman High Schools where he...
Allen M Dalton
Jul 24, 2019
Allen M Dalton, 50, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, July 24th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Philippi, West Virginia on April 28, 1969, a son of Wilma (Mayle) Dalton and the late Delmos Dalton. Besides his mother, he is survived by 3 daughters Niki Dalton, of Canton, Alicia (Peter) Miner, both of East Canton, Cassey Dalton, of Delroy;...
Nicholas Anthony Hug
Jul 22, 2019
Nicholas Anthony Hug, 24, of Canton, passed away Monday, July 22nd, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton, on February 2, 1995, son of Michelle Hug. Preceded in death by grandfather Ronald R. Hug. Besides his mother he is survived by wife Brittany Nickol, 1 daughter Ariana Brooklyn Hug; 2 sons Xavier J Guesman, Nicholas Anthony Hug Jr; mother of...
Gerald "Jerry" Knappenberger
Jul 22, 2019
Gerald "Jerry" Knappenberger, 65, of Canton, passed away Monday, July 22nd, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton on September 12, 1953, a son of Donna (Melegari) and the late Harold Knappenberger. Jerry was an amazing Dad and Papa who enjoyed many sports, especially coaching little league baseball. Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife of 36 years...
Jose A Ayala
Jul 20, 2019
Jose A Ayala, 88, of Massillon, passed away Saturday, July 20th, at Amherst Meadows Nursing Home after a few months of illness. Born in Brownsville, Texas on October 26, 1930, a son of the late Mary Castillo. Besides his wife V. Ruth (Motz) Ayala, he is survived by 2 sons Arnold and Paul Patton; step-children Denny Motz, Cindy Bishop,...
Judith A Ports
Jul 20, 2019
Judy Ports passed away on July 20, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was born Judith Ann Fischer on November 14, 1936 in Akron, Ohio. She lived her entire life in the Akron area and married her high school sweetheart, Jerry, in 1956. They would have celebrated their 63rd anniversary on August 25th. Jerry was devoted...
Roger A Frye
Jul 19, 2019
Roger A Frye, 46, of Cartersville, GA, passed away Friday, July 19th. Born in Canton on April 4, 1973, a son of Daniel and Marlene (Bradford) Frye. Preceded in death by brother Danny Frye. Besides his parents, he is survived by a daughter Morgan Nicole Ruiz; 2 sisters Trisha Frye, of Canton, Lisa Frye, of Harrisburg, PA. No services...
Shirley A Stevenson
Jul 19, 2019
Shirley A Stevenson, 84, of North Canton, passed away Friday, July 19th, at her residence. Born in Massillon on April 26, 1935, a daughter of the late Edward and Altha (McGovern) Stevenson, also preceded in death by her husband and father of her children Donald E. Rothermel, infant son Guy Brian Rothermel, and sister Dee Houvig. As a second...
Dale A Koon Ii
Jul 16, 2019
Dale A. Koon II , 51, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord on July 16th, 2019 following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 23rd, 1967 in Parkersburg, WV to Dolores "Jean" and the late Dale A. Koon. Preceded in death by grandparents Amos and Josephine Koon, Blane and Ethel Bowen, and Aunt Linda Koon....
Dawn Marie Osterman
Jul 16, 2019
Dawn Marie Osterman, 44, of Navarre, passed away Tuesday, July 16th, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Bay City, Michigan on February 11, 1975, a daughter of Barbara (Bruce) and the late William Irving. Besides her mother she is also survived by husband William Osterman; 1 daughter Alicia Osterman; 2 sons Tyler (Natasha) Osterman, Joe Osterman,...
Jon Eric Marton
Jul 14, 2019
Jon Eric Marton, 61, of Navarre, passed away Sunday, July 14th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Massillon, on September 4, 1957, a son of the late Frank and Donna (Long) Marton, also preceded in death by brother Frank Marton. Survived by 1 daughter Halley Marton, of Navarre; 1 son Damian Marton, of Albuquerque; 2 sisters Dottie Wenzel and...
