All Obituaries

Randy B. Bennett, age 54 of Canton, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at his home. He was born in Massillon, Ohio on October 26, 1966, son of the late Beverly R. and Deloris  (Mayle) Bennett.   He had attended Fairless High School and had worked at Ferraro's Restaurant .   Randy enjoyed hanging out with his friends and loved his dogs. He is survived by his son, Randy Petrullo, daughter Carrie Pritt, granddaughter Zoey, brothers, Roger and...

Ray Wesley Rankin, 83, passed away at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio on January 20, 2021.  Ray was born in Wilmot, Ohio, June 24, 1937, to Dempsey and Maxine (Owens) Rankin.  Raised in Navarre, he graduated from Navarre High School in 1955 and enlisted in the United States Navy. He served as a Radioman aboard the salvage/rescue ship USS Current with 3 years active duty at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii and 5 years reserve duty at home.  He was honorably discharged in 1958. On June...

Shirley L. Mullins-Brown, age 81 of Canton, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at The Pines Healthcare Center. She was born April 16, 1939, in Clay, West Virginia, the daughter of  the late  Sherman and Pearl (Graham) Mullins.   Shirley retired from Smuckers after 28 years of service.   Shirley is survived by her husband Edward Brown of Massillon, son and daughter-in-law, David and Michelle Nottingham; son, Jimmy Nottingham, daughter; Jeanne Nottingham,...

Wallace “Wally” W. Tessanne, II, age 70, of Massillon, passed away on January 19, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.   He was a former member of the Massillon Moose for over 40 years and the Sons of Herman.   Wally had worked for Fleming Foods and retired from Whistler Plumbing.   He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Diane (Wise) Tessanne, daughters; Cheryl (Brian) Bach and Wendy (Mike) Newcomb, brothers; Mark (Debbie) Tessanne, Kerry (Deb)...

Hristos S. Katsaras age 68 of Canton passed away on January 19, 2021 at his residence. He was born May 1, 1952 in Kaparelli, Greece the son of the late Spiro and Ellenh Katsaras. Hristos served in the Greek military. He owned Ladd Painting in Massillon for 20 years.  He was a member of the Painter’s Local Union.   Hristos enjoyed the company of his best friend, Duke.  He is survived by his son, Chris Katsaras; brother, John Katsaras niece, Korrina Katsaras, brother,...

Blaze S. Malinajdovski, age 81, of Perry Heights, passed away Monday, January 18, 2021.  He was born August 29, 1939, in Strbovo Prespa, Macedonia, son of the late Spiro and Jordana Malinajdovski Blaze was a retired carpenter.  He was a son, husband, father, uncle, and grandfather. He was dear friend to many and loved to spend time sharing stories.   He was a member of St. Nikola Macedonian Orthodox Church. Blaze is survived by his wife of 53 years whom he loved...

“Rusty” Russell Louis Miller, Jr., age 67, of Jackson Township, rejoiced as he met his Lord on Saturday, January 16, 2021. He was born in Canton on February 2, 1953.  He was a 1971 graduate of Saint Thomas Aquinas High school and received degrees in Accounting and Finance from Malone College in 1975.  While he attended Malone full time he also worked full time at his “store”, Anne’s Pizza Shop, on Cherry Street in Canton, to help support his mom and...

Genevieve S. Shark, age 90, of Massillon, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021 at Laurels of Massillon surrounded by those who loved her.   She was born April 11, 1930, in Charleroi, PA, the daughter of the late Mervin and Mary (Martinet) Spence.  She attended Charleroi High School where she was a majorette. She also attended California State University in Pennsylvania.   Genevieve retired from Sears after 25 years of service.   She was a member of St....

Wanda L. Parsons, age 70 of Massillon, and formerly of Lake Worth, Florida, passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born September 27, 1950, in Empire, Ohio, the daughter of  the late Frank J. Little and Shirley (Howell) Burns. Wanda retired from Sams Club in 2020 after 13 years of service.   Wanda is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Timothy and Courtney Parsons; daughter, Terri Parsons; sister and brother-in-law, Becky and Ron Everett;...

Glenn W. Gonter, age 78 formerly of New Philadelphia, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at his home in Massillon. He was born August 28, 1942, in Canton. Glenn was a retired car salesman and also enjoyed selling items at flea markets. He really enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and caring for his pets.  Glenn is survived by his children, Charlene L. Hubman of Massillon, Richard Gonter of Massillon, Michael (Ruth) Gonter of Dover, Harold "Chuck" Gonter of...