obituaries

Aug 17, 2023

Gerald L. Meyer, age 89 of Jackson Township, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Aultman Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born May 19, 1934, in Bolivar,  the son of late Otto and Esther (Schario) Meyer. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School.  He was a veteran serving in the Navy and in the...

Aug 17, 2023

Theodore Dwain Burch,  went home to be with God Aug 17th, 2023. Born January 9, 1942, he grew up at Lake Cable and enjoyed fishing and gardening.

He attended Jackson schools and Kent State.

Ted was a Vietnam veteran and received the Army Commendation Medal.

He retired from Hoover company in 1980, and...

Aug 15, 2023

Caroline Schroeder, age 61 of Jackson Township, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born November 8, 1961, in Akron, the daughter of the late Paul and Julieanne Wieczorrek. Caroline worked at Gaslite Villa for 33 years as a bookkeeper and manager.  Recently she was working as a medical receptionist at Dr. Sicard Dermatology...

Aug 15, 2023

Shirley A. Schmidt, age 85 of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at Altercare of Navarre. She was born July 16, 1938, in Canton the daughter of the late Marion and Florence (Rosenbluh) Werstler. Shirley retired from Chapel Hill Retirement Community after 18 years of service. She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish. Shirley is survived by...

Aug 10, 2023

William D. Stetler Jr., a beloved husband, father, and accomplished businessman, passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on August 10, 2023, at his residence in Canton Christian Home. Born and raised in Hamburg, New York, William led a remarkable life filled with achievements, love, and cherished memories.

After graduating from Hamburg High School and Alfred...

Aug 9, 2023

Donald E. Aman, age 98 of Massillon, passed away on August 9, 2023 at Bethany Nursing Home surrounded by family. He was born March 12, 1925 in Massillon, the son of the late Edward and Emmaline (Baer) Aman. Don was a graduate of Washington High School, Class of 1943. Don was a Navy Veteran serving during WWII on the...

Aug 8, 2023

Rodney "Hot Rod" Bowman, age 67, of Jackson Twp, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born May 10, 1956, in Canton, the son of the late George and Ruth (Grimes) Bowman. He was a 1974 graduate of Timken High School where he found his passion in auto body. Rodney was a...

Aug 5, 2023

William Winnett passed away peacefully Saturday, August 5th, surrounded by his family. He was born on May 12th,1950 to William and Vivian Winnett. He graduated from Jackson High School in 1968, where he excelled in wrestling, football and track.  He was inducted into the Jackson Wall of Fame and went on to Buffalo University on a football...

Aug 4, 2023

Florence M. Tully, age 101 of Massillon, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023 at Brewster Parke. She was born April 21, 1922, in Massillon, the daughter of the late Howard and Martha  (Oberhauser) Wantz. Florence was a cook and housekeeper for St. Barbara Catholic Church for many years. She was a member of Divine Mercy Parish, Florence loved to...

Aug 1, 2023

Constance S. Makinson, age 85, of North Canton, passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.

She was born May 25, 1938, in Barberton the daughter of  the late Gerald and Nellie (Snyder) Smith.

Constance received her masters in post secondary technical education from Akron University and her masters in Business Administration...

Jul 30, 2023

Dennis R. Gardiner, age 55, of Massillon, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023 with his family by his side. He was born May 25, 1968, in Massillon, the son of the late Charles and Gearldine (Myers) Gardiner. Dennis was passionate about landscaping and owned and operated his own landscaping business, Gardiner's Cuts and Such. He enjoyed the...

Jul 27, 2023

Thomas Leo Messenger, age 80 of Navarre, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2023 at Country Lawn Nursing Home.

He was born July 30, 1942, in Tunnelton, WV, the son of the late Everett and Gladys (Strawser) Messenger.

Tom was a graduate of Washington High School Class of 1960.

Tom retired from...

Jul 26, 2023

Lanny Dean Hawkins, age 82 of North Canton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. He was born June 16, 1941, in Glenmont, Ohio, the son of the late John and Dorothy (Michael) Hawkins.

Lanny was a graduate of Glenmont High School in Holmes County, Ohio and a graduate of Akron University.

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Jul 24, 2023

In Loving Memory of Shirley Ann Baumgartner

Shirley Ann Baumgartner, a woman of immense love, faith, and healing passed away at the age of 89, surrounded by her family who adored her deeply. She departed this world on July 24, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that will forever be etched in the hearts and spirits of all...

Jul 22, 2023

Kathleen June Kolek, age 81 of Navarre, passed away at her home surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, July 22nd. Kathleen was born October 27, 1941, to Andrew and Jessie Cain in Kenmore, Ohio. Kathleen devoted her life to her family and raising children of her own, fostering, and adopting. Kathleen was happiest when her house...

Jul 18, 2023

Dr. Thomas M. Kring, age 91,  of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023. He was born June 24, 1932, in Massillon and was a graduate of St. John's Catholic High School. Tom was an Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict, and was a member of the American Legion Post #221. He was a Chiropractor in...

Jul 14, 2023

Michael A.  Lohr, age 65, of East Greenville, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023 at University Hospital Cleveland. He was born in Massillon, son of the late Irwin "Andy" and Helen (Nezich) Lohr. Michael is survived by his wife of 12 years, Lisa (Lewers) Lohr; children, Brittney (Lawrence Driver) Lohr,  Sarah (Andrew) Fraga; siblings, Sheldon (Paula) Lohr, Stephanie Lohr,...

Jul 11, 2023

Carol Y. Scott, age 77, of Massillon and formerly of Columbus, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at Amherst Meadows Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. She was born March 23, 1946, in Denton, TX, the daughter of  the late Harold J. Simon Sr. and Gladys M. (Williams) Simon.

She graduated in 1964 from...

Jul 7, 2023

Corrinne Dzurko, age 84 of Jackson Township passed away on July 7, 2023.

She was born October 4, 1938 in Akron.

Corrinne retired from the Jackson School systems, previously having worked at O'Neils, and Halle's.

She was a member of Sts. Philip and James Catholic Church. She loved Cleveland sports (especially...

Jul 4, 2023

Linda Ann (Arnold) Bursey, 69, of Massillon passed away unexpectedly on July 4th.  She was born October 19, 1953 daughter of the late Charles and Leona Arnold. Linda proudly worked at J.C. Penney for 15 years before retiring. Linda enjoyed growing up as a tomboy with her surviving brother, Chuck (Buster) Arnold and late brother, Robert (Butch)...