All Obituaries

Eric D. Myers, age 36 of Jackson Twp., passed away Friday, March 8, 2019. He formerly was an addiction counselor at Wilson Hall, guiding and helping fellow addicts toward healing and recovery.      Let us all remember Eric's compassion and love by treasuring our loved ones.   He loved his dogs and had rescued Chloe and Mac.   Eric is survived by his mother Carol (Thellman) Burger and her companion Jack L. Diehl, Aunt Laurie and Uncle Wendell Skelley,...

Pia A. Reichlin, age 83 of Massillon, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2019.  She was born February 17, 1936, in Steinen, Switzerland, the daughter of the late Franz and Pia (Struby) Lindauer.  Pia was a seamstress for Stern and Manns and Zelie’s dress shops.  She was a member of St. Barbara Catholic Church and the Swiss Club of Canton.  She enjoyed gardening and cooking.   Pia is survived by daughters, Esther Reichlin and Ingrid Reichlin; sons, Mike...

Zita K. Wantz, age 88 of Aurora, formerly of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, March 6, 2019. Zita was a graduate of St. Barbara School, Washington High School and Kent State University with a degree in education.  She was a teacher at St. Barbara School for 24 years. In addition to her regular teaching duties, she served as PTO vice president, director of the children's choir and cantor for masses.   She also served the school in many other roles.  She was a member...

Jeffrey L. Ramold, age 60 of Carrollton died on March 5, 2019 at Aultman Hospital. He was born December 7, 1958 in Nebraska City, Nebraska the son of Gerald and Vera Lee (Fitzekam) Ramold. Jeff liked fishing, hunting, and gardening. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Ramold, two daughters, Leslie (Kris) Norton and Lisa (Jake) Lusic; six grandchildren, Hailey, Roxanne, Callie, Luke, Jake, and Josh; father, Gerald “Jerry” Ramold; two brothers, Carl and James; two sisters, Christine...

Kay M. Beaudry, age 92 of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born April 2, 1926, in Massillon the daughter of the late Stanley and Bernetta (Limbach) Switter.  Kay graduated from Massillon Washington High School and Miami University.  She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Columbian Ladies Guild of the K of C.  She was a volunteer for the K of C hot lunch program and St. Vincent dePaul Society.  She...

Doris Ann Peters, age 78, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and St. Joseph Catholic Church.  She had participated in the St. Barbara Minstrel and Madrigal for many years.   Doris is survived by her sons Joseph (Debbie) Peters Sr., Ken (Myra) Peters, Walter Peters, daughter Adele Guilliams, brother Robert (Linda) Berens, and sister Mary Alice Rooney.  She was a devoted...

Jeffery A. Brisbine, age 63 of Jackson Twp., passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2019 with his loving wife and daughter by his side. He was born December 31, 1955, in Canton the son of Geraldine and Floyd Brisbine. Jeff is survived by his wife of 35 years, Barbara (Smiley) Brisbine; daughter, Annie (Kyle) Buff; grandson, Carter Jeffery Buff; mother, Geraldine Brisbine; brothers, Floyd (Martha Ann) Brisbine Jr. and Steve Brisbine. He was preceded in death by his father, Floyd...

Betty J. Moll, age 95 of Canal Fulton passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019. She was born March 19, 1923, in Massillon, the daughter of the late Harold and Hilda (Moore) Edwards.  Betty attended Massillon Washington High School during the Paul Brown Era, was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a former member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.  She was a generous and devoted mother to her children; Jean  (Timothy) LeBeau, Julie Patton, Ernest Moll, Edward Moll, and...

Eleanor L. Hamel, age 95 of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2019. She was born January 15, 1924, in Massillon the daughter of the late William and Mary (Gass) Hammer. Eleanor retired in 1985.  She was Vice President and Secretary of their family business, the Community Store where she worked for 20 years. She was a lifetime member of St. Barbara Catholic Church  and former member of St. Barbara Ladies Guild.  She had been a volunteer for Meals on Wheels.  She...

Frank S. Milbrodt Sr., 61 of Massillon passed away February 18, 2019 unexpectedly. He was born September 25, 1957 in Canton, the son of the late Russell and Pauline (Steen) Milbrodt. Frank worked at Wayne Door.  He enjoyed riding his rail-buggy, shooting pool, and spending time with his family and friends.  He is survived by his brothers, Russell (Paula) Milbrodt Jr., Donald (Helen) Milbrodt, Roy (Marylou) Milbrodt; children, Frank Milbrodt Jr., Cory Milbrodt, Christopher Milbrodt;...