Obituary Listing

Oct 29, 2018

On October 29, 2018, Tina Renee Lightell 52, of Newcomerstown, passed away at Mercy Medical Center in Canton surrounded by her family and loved ones. She leaves behind two daughters Jody (Tyler Farley) Applegarth of Coshocton, and Fantasia (Anthony Frame) VanSickle  of Dover; seven grandchildren who she loved dearly; her mother Marlene Lashley also of Newcomerstown; and brother Richard...

Oct 25, 2018

John William  Harrington, III, 63, of Massillon, passed away Thursday, October 25th, at Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care Center. Born in Salem on July 7, 1955, a son of John William II and  LouAnn Harrington. Besides his wife Tonia (Wheaton) Harrington, married January 15, 1997, he is survived by 2 daughters April (Mike) Gise, of Massillon, Dawn (Philip) Elbert, of...

Oct 25, 2018

Karter Aaron Lee Rayner, of Massillon went to Heaven Thursday, October 25th. He is survived by loving parents Terry and Robin Rayner; grandparents; aunts and uncles;  sisters Kaylee, Bayleigh, Isabella, and Skyla; and brothers Harley, Tristian, Alex, Dakota, Elijah, and Kamdyn. Karter will forever be in our hearts and will be missed dearly. A memorial service will be held...

Oct 25, 2018

Margaret Vaitsis, 94, of Canton, passed away Thursday, October 25th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Stebenville on November 18, 1923, a daughter of the late Carrie McHugh and Elza  Burge. In addition to her husband William Vaitsis of many years, she is survived by 2 sisters Cornell and Oceo; 9 brothers Walter, Lester, George, Randall, Darwin, Elwood, Elza, Clarence,...

Oct 23, 2018

Jan D Thomas, 60, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, October 23rd. Born in Canton on December 23, 1957, a daughter of the late James and  Ethel (Horne) Umbaugh, also preceded in death by son Marshall Thomas and brother Donald Umbaugh. Survived by companion of 30 years Roger Johnson; sisters Becky Umbaugh, Jill Swonger, and Mary Umbaugh; brother James (Judy)...

Oct 22, 2018

Shirlee A Jeffers, 84, of Miamisburg, OH, formerly of Canton, passed away Monday, October 22nd, at Kingston of Miamisburg Nursing Home. Born in Leetonia, on August 16, 1934, a daughter of the late Harry and Elsie (Weaver) Wymer, also preceded in death by brother Jay Miller. A member of the Moraine Heights Baptist Church of Dayton. Employed in nursing...

Oct 21, 2018

Sheri A Thompson, 52, of Canton, passed away following a long illness on Sunday, October 21st, 2018. Born in Barberton, on November 4, 1965, a daughter of the late Natale "Nick" and Donna (Fry) Conti, also, preceded in death by 2 brothers Dennis and Nick Conti. Employed as a nurse's aid for many home healthcare providers. Survived by daughter...

Oct 21, 2018

Roland "Ronnie" Koch, Jr., 41, of Canton, passed away Friday, October 19th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton on May 2, 1977, a son of the late Roland and Anna (Eddleman) Koch, Sr. Also, preceded in death by 2 brothers Donny and Johnny. Member of the Apostolic Believers Church of Canton and the Hope of Lost Souls Motorcycle...

Oct 19, 2018

Dennis R Hinkel, 65, of Canton, passed away Friday, October 19th, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center following a brief illness. Born in Canton, Ohio on February 24, 1953, a son of the late Paul and Mary Hinkel, also preceded in death by son Donald Hinkel and brother Paul J. Hinkel. Employed for Iron Workers #550 for 40 years before...

Oct 19, 2018

Anthony M. Haas, 23, of Malvern, passed away following a lengthy illness on Friday, October 19th, at Community Hospice House of New Philadelphia. Born in Dover, on August 24, 1995, a son of James Poole and the late Paula Jeffers, also preceded in death by a son Levi. Survived by grandparents Joan and Dave Haas; 2 sisters Rebecca Jeffers...

Oct 17, 2018

Carol L. DeGraff, 74, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, October 17th, at her residence. Born in Canton, on December 24, 1943, a daughter of the late Dewey and Ruth  (DeGarmo)  DeGraff. Employed as a business administrator at Stark County Office Building for many years. Survived by her loving daughter Andreia (Pete) Granchi and a granddaughter Aja all of Canton....

Oct 8, 2018

Tony Hoffman went to Heaven October 8, 2018. He is now at peace in Jesus' arms. He is survived by his children Hope Hoffman and Kyler Hoffman, who he loved so very much. Tony loved his children and mother, Donna Saffles, with all his heart. Tony is survived by his mother Donna Saffles and stepfather, Tim Saffles. Tony will...

Oct 6, 2018

Deborah  Denise Givens, 62, of East Canton, passed away Saturday, October 6th, at Oak Hill Manore Care Center. Born in Akron on April 3, 1956, a daughter of Miriam (Weiand) Dodson and the late Mitchell Dodson. Preceded in death by her husband John Givens who passed away in 2016, a sister Donna Hans, and brother Douglas Dodson. Besides her...

Oct 5, 2018

Roy Harold "Peewee" Mayle, 75, of East Canton, passed away Friday, October 5th, at Altercare of Louisville. Born in Zanesville, on August 22, 1943, a son of the late Harold and Helen (Mayle) Croston. Preceded in death by his wife Ruth Mayle of many years, 2 sisters Wilma Mayle and Shelia Kennedy and brother Sonny Kennedy. Survived by 2...

Oct 2, 2018

Vickie L. Stevens, 63, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, October 2nd, at her residence following a lengthy illness. Born in Baltimore, Maryland on January 1, 1955, a daughter of the late Melvin  and Mary (Frazier) Fisher Sr. Preceded in death by a sister Melva Jean Miller. Employed as a cook at Essex Community College. Survived by 2 sons Andrew...

Sep 28, 2018

Richard Charles Blakney, 69, of Akron, passed away Friday, September 28th, at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital. Born in Barberton, on January 29, 1949, a son of the late Charles Sidney and Margaret Velma (Ehser)  Blakney. Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by a sister Janice (Blakney) Cottle formerly of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii and a brother Dennis Blakney...

Sep 27, 2018

Jerry Alan Wendling, 66, of Canton, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, September 27. Born in Canton on March 28, 1952, a son of Imogene (Inman) Hoegh and the late Clarence Wendling. Employed as a truck driver and salesman for Value City Furniture for many years. In addition to his wife, Shirley Ann (Myers) Wendling of 46...

Sep 26, 2018

Charles Edwards, 73, of Canton passed away Wednesday, September 26th, at Aultman Hospital following a lengthy illness. Born in Canton on February 3, 1945, a son of the late Leroy and Wilma (Griffith)  Edwards. Also preceded in death by brothers Joseph, Frank and William. Survived by children Sherry and Brian; 2 brothers Ronald and Richard Edwards; and many nieces...

Sep 21, 2018

"Your wings were ready but our hearts were not."

Linda Jeanine Coffman, born December 31, 1979, gained her Heavenly wings on September 21, 2018. Preceded in death by 2 brothers Johnnie Philabaum and Kenny Stephens. Survived by 3 children: Tina, Andrew, and Katelyn Fazenbaker; husband Brock Fazenbaker; mother and father Laura Nicewarner and Tim Philabaum; grandma Patricia...

Sep 18, 2018

Eugene E. "Chappy" Chapanar, 85, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, September 18th, at the Canton Regency following a lengthy illness. Born in Canton on April 7, 1933, the son of the late Daniel and  Ann (Tampian) Chapanar. Also, preceded in death by his wife Lorislee "Patt" Chapanar whom passed away in 2013. Served as a Sergeant for Canton Police...