All Obituaries

Larry S. Haines, age 77 of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center. He was born March 22, 1942, son of the late Harry and Melba (Orr) Haines. Larry found joy in working at the Massillon City Parks.  Larry played for the Massillon Tigers and was a member of the 1959 State and National Championship team. He was a member of Massillon Football Booster Club for over 50 years. He proudly served in the U.S. Army.  Larry is survived by daughter, Inger...

Toni Jo Bunnell 1943 - 2019 Toni Jo Bunnell of Jackson Township, age 76, passed away on October 30, 2019, at her home with her family by her side. She was born in Fairmont, WV, on September 9, 1943 and was raised in East Shinnston, WV. Toni retired from Rohr’s Nursery after 24 years of service. Toni enjoyed spending time at their cabin in Carrollton, spoiling her grandchildren and working on the flowers in her yard at her home. Survivors include her children, Lloyd Robert Bunnell of...

On Tuesday, October 29, 2019, Ilda Rosa Wong, beloved wife and mother of two children, passed away at the age of 71. Ilda was born on November 13, 1947 in Villarrica, Paraguay to Eduarda Silva and Juan Ranoni. She met her husband, David, in Argentina; they married in January, 1981 and raised two children, Gabriela and Nicholas. Bestowing upon her family an unyielding focus to live a faith-centered life, Ilda was an avid Christian who maintained the faith throughout her 2.5-year battle with...

Carolyn Joyce Augustine (Nee Goodwill), age 78 of Jackson Twp., passed away Monday, October 28, 2019 after a 20 year battle with cancer.    She was born October 8, 1941, in Whipple, Ohio the daughter of the late Vernon and Doris Goodwill.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant son Paul. Carolyn attended Belden Grade School and McKinley High School where she graduated in 1959.  She was a majorette for the Bulldogs. Carolyn met her...

Gary J. Harper, age 88 of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2019. He was born September 27, 1931, in Jackson Twp.,  the son of  the late Clarence "Pick" and Estella (Kiefer) Harper.    Gary was a 1949 graduate of Massillon Washington High School and a 1954 graduate of Miami University of Ohio.  Gary retired after 42 years of service at the former Union Drawn Division of Republic Steel and was an accountant for several local...

Helen F. Schott, age 93 of Perry Twp, passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Amherst Meadows. She was born August 16, 1926, in Waynesburg the daughter of Herbert and Zita (Weisburn) Roof. Helen retired from Independent Insurance Service Corp in 1995. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Legion of Mary where she served as secretary for many years. Helen is survived by her husband of 40 years, Charles E. Schott, daughter & son-in-law, Lora (Jerry) Mann; sons, Michael Schott,...

Betty Ladd, age 89 of Spring Hill, FL passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019. She was born November 8, 1929, in Massillon the daughter of the late Fred and Mary (Thompson) Geschwind. She loved spending time with her family. Betty is survived by her children, Mary Christine DeMas and Ronald Ladd; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Archie Ladd; son, Russell Ladd; daughter, Lori Ladd Caillet, and brothers and sisters. Funeral service will be held...

Hubert J. Tankersley, age 96 of Copley, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2019. He was born July 31, 1923, in Lafolette, TN, son of the late Thomas and Nellie (Cate) Tankersley. Hubert was a Marine Corp. veteran serving in the Second Marine Division in the South Pacific during WWII.  Hubert retired from  Goodyear Tire.  After retirement he was a realtor in Las Vegas.  Hubert is survived by his children Teri Vasile, Thomas (Linda) Tankersley, Hubert James (Susan)Tankersley...

Born February 1, 1947, Charles William, ("Chuck, CW, Billy") was the first born of Charles ("Chub") and Helen Stephon. He would soon become an older brother to 3 little sisters; Barbara Henry, Patty Crescio, and Julie Stephon. He attended New Philadelphia High School and shortly after graduating in 1965, he enlisted in the US Air Force. Before being called to serve in Vietnam, he took wedding vows and married Rebecca in the spring of 1969 and recently celebrated their...

George R. Vasile Jr., age 82 of Jackson Twp, left this Earth on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Rose Lane Care Facility. He was born October 13, 1936, in Campbell, Ohio the son of the late George and Mary (Kropinak) Vasile. He was a graduate of Memorial High School in Campbell and was a 1958 graduate of Youngstown State University in Electrical Engineering where he obtained the rank of Captain in ROTC and a proud member of Theta Chi Fraternity.  After graduation he worked for McDonald...