All Obituaries

Norma Jean Hurless, 85 passed away Monday, September 17, 2018.   She was born March 5, 1933, in Meigs County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lee.E. and Gladys M. (Jones) Little of Canton, Ohio.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death her sister, Marylee DeLaski (Syracuse, NY) and granddaughter Danielle R. Lamb.   "Jeannie" is survived by her husband of 63 years, James R. Hurless; daughter Lori J. Hurless, sons James V. (Becky) Hurless...

Germaine (Gerry) Ann Jenkins, age 89, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away at Aultman Compassionate Care Center on September 16, 2018.  Gerry was born to her parents, the late William A. and Margaret A. (Charlton) Maier. Gerry attended grade school in Massillon at St. Joseph School, and in 1947 she graduated from Mount Marie Academy in Canton, Ohio.  In her youth, she enjoyed ice skating at the Massillon reservoir and spending time at the Sugar Bowl with friends.  As Gerry and her...

Michael J. Theken, age 66 of Massillon, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2018. He was born August 6, 1952, in Massillon. Michael  was a member of St. Barbara Church and had worked for Green Thumb Nursery.  He enjoyed woodworking and was a Massillon Tiger football fan.  Michael is survived by his mother Mildred (Sander) Walsh, brother Robert (Mindy)  Theken, sister Kathleen Walsh, niece Caitlin Walsh and nephew Matthew Walsh. He was preceded in death by his father James...

George P. Hanna, age 71 of Canton, passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at Aultman Hospital. He was born April 8, 1947, in Canton the son of the late Phillip J. and Nafe (Nasiff) Hanna. George graduated from Central Catholic High School and The University of Akron. George was a retired photo finisher.  He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church.  He enjoyed spending time with family.  In his younger years, he enjoyed working on his 1963 Ford Fairlane and running it at the...

Larry Laursen, age 81 of Canal Fulton, passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2018. He was born September 3, 1937, in Massillon the son of Frank and Alice (Rohr) Laursen. Larry retired from Republic Steel after 39 years of service.  He was a roll helper in the Enduro Division.  He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He was a member of USW 1124, VFW Massillon and enjoyed gardening.  Larry is survived by brother, James "Jim" ( Marilyn) Laursen; nephew Christopher...

Sofie Yost, age 95 of Massillon, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2018. She was born July 23, 1923, in  Hambrucken, Germany, the daughter of the late Sylvester and Sofie (Vogel)  Roll. She was owner and President of Yost Candy Company. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and St. Barbara Catholic Church and enjoyed gardening.  Sofie is survived by her daughter, Kate (Steve) Farris; sons, Bud Yost and Joe Yost; five grandchildren; and two-great-grandchildren.  She...

John Davenport 3/16/48 - 9/9/18 John went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 9.  John graduated from Canton Lincoln High School in 1966.  He retired from the Timken Company after 32 years of service.  He was preceded in death by his father (James), mother (Kathleen) and brother (Freddie). He is survived by his wife (Karen) and son (Todd).  Cremation will take place.  There will be no calling hours.  Memorial donations in John's...

Livio Pelosi, age 93 of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at the House of Loretto in Canton. He was born July 9, 1925, in Brewster the son of the late George and Maria (Cianfarini) Pelosi. He was a veteran of the Army. Livio retired in 1988 from Norfolk & Southern after 40 years of service, where he was a foreman.  He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a volunteer for the K of C Hot Lunch Program, Massillon Senior Center. Livio was a gifted artist and...

Susan Romar, wife and loving mother went to fly with the Angels Wednesday, September 5th.  You couldn’t find a more giving person and deeply loved by all.  Surrounded by those who loved her she slipped away peacefully and will be tremendously missed.  Many thanks to the E.R. and I.C.U. Doctors and Nurses at Timken Mercy Hospital who assisted with her care.  She is survived by husband, Chris and family.  Heitger Funeral Home and Crematory 330-833-3248

Dianna M. LoCoco, age 71 of Massillon, passed away due to a lengthy illness on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born September 9, 1946, in Akron the daughter of Anna (Pugh) and the late Harry Myers. She enjoyed camping, gardening, and most importantly spending her time with her husband, children, and grandchildren.  She was a woman who would always put everybody first and will be dearly missed. Dianna is survived by her husband of 48 years,...