obituaries

Dec 23, 2023

Frederick James Gilbert of Lakeview Terrace Retirement Community in Altoona, Florida, passed away December 23, 2023 at the age of 89.  Prior to living in Florida, he and his wife, Mary Jo lived in Jackson Township and were members of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Yolanda (Delma) Vincent, and his father, Frederick...

Dec 21, 2023

Richard Steve Conley, age 82, died December 21, 2023 at his residence. He was born December 19, 1941 in Barberton, Ohio, the son of the late Victor and Mary Frances (Justice) Conley. Richard is survived by his wife of 62 years, Bonnie; children, Richard Conley Jr., Shawn Michael Conley, Michelle Lynn (Michael) Walker, Susan Kathleen "Katie" Conley;...

Dec 17, 2023

Aaron M. Dreurey, age 40 of Massillon, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2023. He was born August 4, 1983, in Canton. Aaron worked at Crown Cork and Seal as a machinist for 15 plus years. He loved muscle cars, building models, rock and roll and watching the Cleveland Browns and NC Tar Heels, but most of all...

Dec 16, 2023

Walter D. Legrom, age 78, of Navarre, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2023. Walter was born August 15, 1945, in Massillon, the son of the late Walter F. and Rose (Neiss) Legrom. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam Era. Walter retired from the Timken Steel after 35 years of service. He enjoyed hunting,...

Dec 13, 2023

Harriet V. Randza, age 97, formerly of Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. She was born in New Brighton, PA, on February 13, 1926, daughter of the late William and Edith (Allison) Winters.   She was a resident of Big Beaver Boro, PA. She is survived by her three sons, Joseph, Edward...

Dec 12, 2023

Michael P. Wentzel, age 79 of Massillon passed away December 12, 2023.

He was born September 12, 1944 in Massillon, the son of the late John and Victoria (Saylor) Wentzel.

He was a Navy veteran.

Mike was a retired firefighter for the City of Massillon.

He is survived by...

Dec 11, 2023

Dennis L. Smith, age 85 of Canal Fulton, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023 at Rose Lane Care Facility. He was born November 19, 1938, in Canton the son of the late Wilbur and Ruth (Eshelman) Smith. He was an Air Force veteran serving 8 years. Dennis was a retired insurance agent. He was a member of SS. Philip...

Dec 4, 2023

Greg C. Riffle, age 48, of Massillon, passed away suddenly on December 4, 2023. He was born January 31, 1975, in Canton, Ohio. Gregory was a graduate of Massillon Washington High School and was a huge "Tiger Fan".  He was an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Greg is survived by his mother, Theresa (Rink) Riffle; wife of 18...

Dec 3, 2023

John "Tom" Conley Sr., age 61 of Massillon, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023 unexpectedly. He was born June 29, 1962, in Massillon, the son of the late Ernest and Rebecca (Adkins) Conley. Tom was an ASE Master Certified Mechanic his whole life. He loved NASCAR, the outdoors, and riding his Harley. Tom is survived by his...

Dec 1, 2023

H. Dale Ladrach, age 88, of Jackson Twp., passed away peacefully from our presence to the presence of our Lord on December 1, 2023.

He was born January 24, 1935, in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, the son of the late Hubert and Mary (Beitzel) Ladrach.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army.

Dale...

Nov 16, 2023

Ruth M. Yingling, age 61 of Massillon, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born May 15, 1962, in Massillon the daughter of the late Edwin and Myra (Tabellion) Yingling. Ruth is survived by four brothers, Alan (Janet) Yingling, Ray (Barb) Yingling, Joe Yingling, Louis (Barb) Yingling; two sisters, Verla (Larry) Lorenz,...

Nov 14, 2023

Emily A. Hensel, age 74 of Navarre, went to be with the lord Tuesday, November 14, 2023.She was born April 26, 1949, in Massillon, the daughter of the late Clifford and Lodi (Saunders) Street.Emily was a retired teacher and nurse, and took care of many of the elderly and infirm over the years.She was a member of North Canton Church...

Nov 13, 2023

Barbara Snyder, age 83, of Green, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023. Barbara retired from  AT&T after 30 years of service.  She and her husband owned and operated Pine Valley Lake Park in Green. She was great cook and enjoyed baking cookies. Barbara is survived by husband of 60 years, John "Jack" Snyder; son, Robert Snyder; daughters,...

Nov 13, 2023

Dale J. Kraft, age 64 of Massillon, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 at home surrounded by family. He was born November 9, 1959, in Massillon, the son of the late Walter and Eleanor (Taylor) Kraft. He loved working in the garden and yard work. Dale is survived by his wife, Laura (Jefferson) Kraft; son, Warren Jefferson;...

Nov 12, 2023

Jan E. Kohl, age 64 of Jackson Township, passed away Sunday, November 12, 2023 at her home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born May 19, 1959, in Canton, the daughter of the late George and Janice (Hanel) Talmadge. She graduated from Jackson High School in 1977, married the love of her life...

Nov 4, 2023

Greg Pisanelli, a man of many interests and talents, who had a quick wit and a passion for the blues, passed away November 4, 2023, at Windsor Medical Center after a fierce battle. Greg was born in Wadsworth, Ohio, to the late Julius and Patricia (Riley) Pisanelli on February 6, 1952. He attended Sacred Heart School and graduated from...

Nov 1, 2023

Jerry Simon, age 68, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023 in the comfort of his home. He was born February 16, 1955 in Canton, son of the late Frank and Hazel (Moorman) Simon. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Jerry retired from Avalon Foods after 8 years.  He formerly worked as a tanker...

Oct 30, 2023

Margaret (Peg) Elvina Coverdale, age 90, passed away at The Laurels of Massillon early morning October, 30, 2023. She was born September 10, 1933, in Butler, Pennsylvania, and grew up in West Sunbury,  Pennsylvania.  She was the daughter of Albert Garth Mackey and Edith Viola (Schell) Mackey Brown. She came to Massillon, Ohio in 1950 and worked at Isalys,...

Oct 28, 2023

Gerald L. Gray, age 82 of Massillon, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Amherst Meadows. He was born June 8, 1941, in Massillon, the son of the late Eugene and Irene (Heitger) Gray. Jerry was an Army veteran. Jerry retired in 1999 from Bethlehem Steel (LTV, Enduro Division) as a metallurgical specialist after 40 years of service. He...

Oct 25, 2023

Wayne C. Sand, age 87, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023 following a brief illness. He was born July 4, 1936, in Massillon the son of the late Carl and Clara (Shonk) Sand. Wayne was an Army veteran serving during the Korean War. Wayne retired from Superior Meats after 33 years of service and had also worked...