Obituary Listing

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...

Mar 26, 2025

Glenn "Bud" Porter, 83, of Canton,Ohio passed away Wednesday, March 26th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Bellaire, Ohio on April 11, 1941, a son of the late Charles E. and Gertrude (Bennington) Porter, also preceded in death by 5 sisters, and 6 brothers. Survived by his wife Elaine (Carpenter) Porter; 2 daughters Denise (Rick) Tomlinson, Deanne Back; son...

Mar 25, 2025

Phillip Harris, 75, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, March 25th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, on February 13, 1950, a son of the late William and Velma (Gregg) Harris. Phil served two tours honorably in the Vietnam war, and enjoyed participating in demolition derbies. Phil worked for Winters Manufacturing for 27 years. Survived by his daughter PJ...

Mar 23, 2025

Larry Shaw, Sr., 79, of Akron, passed away Sunday, March 23rd. Born in Akron, on December 7, 1945, a son of the late Lawrence and Thelma Shaw. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by brother Charles "Chuck" Shaw, sister Louise Shaw. Larry proudly served in the U.S Army, he was a Green Beret and a Vietnam Veteran....

Mar 21, 2025

William Michael "Billy" Schlagenhauser, 31, passed away on March 20, 2025, in Canton, Ohio. Born on May 8, 1993, in Canton, he spent his life surrounded by family and friends who cherished his presence. Billy had a deep love for music - there was never a wrong time to blast a song when he was around. His laughter was...

Mar 21, 2025

JoAnn Copeland, 89, of Canton,  passed away Friday, March 21st in her home. Born in Canton on July 1, 1935, a daughter of the late Carl Kramer and Blanch Vivien Hendershot. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her loving husband Donald Copeland, 2 sons, Donald Jr and David Copeland, as well as a son-in-law...

Mar 15, 2025

Mildred "Millie"  Rebecca Scales, 97, of North Canton, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 15th, with family by her side. Born in Staunton, Virginia on September 20, 1927, a daughter of the late Albert D. and Ollie Kathleen Sutler. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by 2 sons, Steve & Ron Scales, brother, Houston D. Sutler,...

Mar 14, 2025

Jack L Slye, 81, of East Rochester, passed away Friday, March 14th, at Home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Columbus, on April 24, 1943, a son of the late Raymond and Inez (Baldwin) Slye. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by daughter Jackie Slye, son Kelly Slye, 3 brothers Robert Slye, William Slye and John Slye....

Mar 12, 2025

Carol Dolan, 85, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, March 12th, at Aultman Compassionate Care. Born in Charleston, West Virginia on November 22, 1939, a daughter of the late George and Sybil (Means) Carte. Besides her parents she is preceded in death by her loving husband of 61 years Luther Dolan, daughter Carol Jean, grandson Jason Dolan, 1 brother and...

Mar 10, 2025

Tina Marie Drake, 71, of Canton, passed away Monday, March 10th, at her home, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Canton on December 10, 1953, a daughter of the late William and Phyllis (Crawford) Eddleman, also preceded in death by son Shane Drake, granddaughter Kennedy, grandson Jacob, and best friend Linda Macrides. She retired after 22 years with Republic...

Mar 9, 2025

Carlos E. Slagle, 60, of Canton, passed away Sunday, March 9th, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton, on July 23, 1964, a son of the late John and Kathryn (Parrish) Slagle. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by daughter Tabitha Evans and sister Dawn Slagle. Carlos proudly served in the U.S Army, 172nd Light Infantry Brigade, Alaska...

Mar 6, 2025

William Arnold "Bill" Starr, age 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 6th, 2025. He was born in Canton, Ohio, to the late William R. & Flora Wanda Starr on July 22nd, 1954. He spent the majority of his life in Canton area but also resided in California and Florida. He was a U.S. Army veteran & worked a...

Mar 3, 2025

Dante Orlandis Young, 51, of Massillon, passed away Monday, March 3rd, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, on December 10, 1973, a son of Denise (Raye) Young and the late Robert Leroy Young Jr. In addition to his father, he is preceded in death by his good friend, Anthony Brown. Dante was a homebody, who loved to crack...

Mar 2, 2025

Flement "Punk" Mayle, 72, of Canton, passed away Sunday, March 2nd in his home. Born in Philippi, West Virginia on August 1, 1952, a son of the late Phillip and Genevie (Norris) Mayle. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Wilkie Mayle and his sister, Julieann Mayle. Punk enjoyed old cars, eating, but...

Feb 28, 2025

Meredith Moore, 71, of Massillon, passed away Friday, February 28th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, on June 25, 1953, a son of the late Willie and Annie Ruth (Turner) Moore. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by sister Cora Moore, 2 brothers Jerome Moore and Larry Moore. Meredith proudly served in the U.S Army. Survived...

Feb 28, 2025

Alice Joyce Taylor, 92, of Magnolia, passed away Friday, February 28th, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. Born in Canton, on August 6, 1932, a daughter of the late John Russell and Maude Alice (Young) Nelson. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her siblings, Gloriann, Robert, and Doris. Alice loved flowers, birds, loved to work...

Feb 26, 2025

Debra Ann McCoury, 70, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, February 26th, at Aultman Compassionate Care after fighting a long and powerful fight with cancer, with her daughter Barbara Kay by her side. Born in Canton, on January 21, 1955, a daughter of the late William C. and Dorothy J. (Ender) Lawhun. Besides her parents she is preceded in death...