David Warren Slentz
Sep 25, 2024
David Warren Slentz, age 67, of Canton, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. He was born on January 8, 1957 in Canton, OH to the late Paul and Doris Slentz.
David graduated from Lincoln High School and was employed by The Stark
Metropolitan Housing, for over 25+ years.
In his free time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycle riding and traveling.
He is preceded...
Charles "Sock" L. Hughes
Sep 22, 2024
Charles L. Hughes, age 79, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024. He was born January 2, 1945, in Winding Gulf, West Virginia, to the late Charlie M. and Wilma (Gouge) Hughes.
Charles attended Canton South High School. He then went on to honorably serve his country in the United States Navy. Charles was employed at Diebold Inc. and retired from Union...
Donna M. Fisher
Sep 20, 2024
Donna M. Fisher, age 89, passed away on September 20, 2024.
She was born on May 31, 1935 in Navarre, OH to Bernard and Bessie (Elifritz) Curren.
Donna was a 1953 graduate of East Canton High School. She was a secretary at the Osnaburg Local Schools for 27 years where she retired in 1998. Donna was a member of St. Paul Community...
Ashley Kay Schaar
Sep 20, 2024
Ashley Kay Schaar, age 27, passed away unexpectedly on September 20, 2024.
She was born on July 2, 1997, in Canton, to Michael A. and Julieann (Menarchek) Schaar.
Ashley attended Kent State Stark, Stark State and Ashland where she obtained a degree in Marketing. She was employed at the Doubletree in Canton and enjoyed working there. Ashley loved going to concerts, vacationing,...
Craig C. Barnett
Sep 18, 2024
Craig C. Barnett, age 57, of Canton, Ohio, passed away suddenly on September 18, 2024. He was born November 29, 1966, to Dale and Ruth (Fishel) Barnett.
Craig graduated from Canton South High School in 1985. He was employed by Zieglar Tire as a mechanic. In his free time, he enjoyed working on cars, watching TV, playing with his fur babies...
Linda M. Strong
Sep 17, 2024
Linda M. Strong, age 80, of East Sparta died at McKinley Health Care of Canton, she was born in Canton, Ohio on December 19, 1943, to the late Ulysses and Glenda (Slutz) Strong. Linda remained a lifelong resident of the Canton and East Sparta Communities.
Linda was a very active community member and made friends easily. She was the former owner...
Barbara Ann (Messenger) Frederick
Sep 14, 2024
Barbara “Barb” Ann (Messenger) Frederick, (76), of Crestwood, Kentucky, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 14, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Born July 16, 1948, in Somerset, PA, she was a daughter of the late J Fenton and Doris (Kleist) Messenger. She was a 1966 graduate of Canton South High School.
Barb was an avid sports fan, never missing an opportunity to cheer...
Pauline "Polly" Vera Caley
Sep 14, 2024
Pauline Vera (Blanc) Caley, age 97 of Canton passed away on September 14, 2024. Polly was born March 22, 1927, to the late Emmett G. Blanc and Doris A. Cassler. She attended North Industry and Perry Christian Church.
Polly graduated from Lincoln High School in 1945, She received her bachelor’s degree in 1981 from Malone University, Polly was a Cadet Nurse...
Randal H Penland
Sep 12, 2024
Randal H. Penland, aged 82, of Canton, Ohio passed away peacefully at the Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care Center on the evening of Thursday, September 12, 2024, surrounded by his family. Randal was born in Young Harris, Georgia on June 07, 1942, to the late Robert and Euna (Nichols) Penland.
Randal was a resident of the Canton South community nearly his entire...
Kay D Rupert
Sep 12, 2024
Kay Dawn Rupert, aged 70, of Canton South, Ohio passed away peacefully on September 12, 2024, following an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Joan (Mulheim) Rupert, and son-in-law, Mark Shoemaker. Kay is survived by her children, Tammy Shoemaker and Sean Rupert, grandson Cody Dieckman and his fiancé Destiny Householder, sisters Jennifer (Tim) Rowles,...
Jack Pappas
Sep 10, 2024
Jack Pappas, age 97, of Canton Township passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. He was born in Welch, West Virginia to the late Pete Pappas and Glenna Lucille (Spicer) Pappas. Jack spent the last 72 years as a resident of Canton.
After graduation from high school Jack joined the United States Army serving in many roles...
Evelyn Pryor
Sep 10, 2024
Evelyn L. Pryor, age 92, of Canton passed away at the HomeStead at Gentlebrook in Hartville, Ohio on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. She was born in Canton, Ohio to the late Raymond Bachtel and Ethel (Numan) Bachtel on August 24, 1932.
Evelyn is preceded in death by her parents; her husband George W. Pryor in 1993; sons Wayne Pryor and George...
Karla M. Casto
Sep 8, 2024
Karla M. Casto, age 62, of East Canton, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital. Born on January 15, 1962, she was the daughter of the late Donald and Elizabeth (Mondock) Mark.
A proud 1980 graduate of East Canton High School, Karla cherished her time with her grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents,...
Dixie E. Lucas
Sep 8, 2024
Dixie E. Lucas, age 95, of East Canton, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, at Green Meadows Nursing Center. Born in Monongalia County, West Virginia, to the late Dewey and Inez Dalton, Dixie spent most of her life in the East Canton community.
Dixie had a passion for sewing and quilting, creating many beautiful quilts throughout her life. Above all,...
George K. Eller
Sep 7, 2024
George K. Eller, 83, of Canton Township, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Rose Lane Nursing Home. Born on October 4, 1940, in Hiawassee, Georgia. George was the son of the late Marlvin and Ruth (Rogers) Eller.
George honorably served his country as a member of the United States Army Special Forces, specifically in the Green Berets, during the...
Verna M Lann
Aug 31, 2024
Olmsted Township, Ohio – Verna M. (Neisel) Lann, 86, of Cook Road, died at home in the arms of loved ones on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2024, after battling lung cancer for the past three years. She was the daughter of Fred C. and Blanche E. (Hoobler) Neisel; she was born Oct. 24, 1937, in Magnolia. She had been a resident...
Carole S. Gillilan
Aug 30, 2024
Carole S Gillilan, age 86, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 26, 1938, in Meigs County, Ohio. She was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her.
Carole was known for her vibrant spirit and her unwavering kindness. She had a passion for reading, church related activities & spending...
Michael "Mikey" L. Hoopingarner
Aug 28, 2024
Michael “Mikey” Lee Hoopingarner, age 41, of Massillon passed away on August 28, 2024, leaving a huge void in the hearts of all who knew him. Mikey was born with a heart as big as his laugh, He was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence brightened every room he entered, and he will be truly missed...
Janet Fitzgibbon
Aug 26, 2024
Janet Fitzgibbon, age 82, of Canton Township passed away peacefully on Monday, August 26, 2024, in her home. She was born in Canton, OH on August 18, 1942, to the late James and Elinor (Swickard) Tripp.
Janet graduated from Timken High School in 1960 and retired from MRDD with over 20 years of service. She was a member of the North...
Robert L. Gill
Aug 25, 2024
Robert L. Gill, age 59, of Canton, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024. Born on December 24th, 1965, he was the son of Dorothy (Gardner) Bates and the late Harold Gill. A proud 1984 graduate of Sandy Valley High School and a mechanic of 35 years. He was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to those around...
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