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Richard A. Rossiter

Richard A. Rossiter

May 15, 2023

Richard A. Rossiter, age 72 of Massillon, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023.

He was born March 3, 1951, in Massillon the son of the late John and Barbara Rossiter.

Richard retired after 40+ years of service.

He was an avid Cleveland sports fan.

Richard is survived by his children; Jennifer...

Chalmer Joseph Smith

Chalmer Joseph Smith

May 11, 2023

Chalmer Joseph Smith passed away peacefully at Rose Lane on May 11, 2023. Chalmer was born on August 25th, 1936 in Massillon, Ohio. Chalmer was a life-long man of faith and a member of Saint Mary's, Saint Barbara's and Saint Joan of Arc Churches.   He graduated from Central Catholic in 1954. He served two years in the US Army...

Barbara A. (Greenfelder)  Grunder

Barbara A. (Greenfelder) Grunder

May 5, 2023

Barbara A. Grunder, age 87 of Massillon, passed away Friday, May 5, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born August 9, 1935, in Massillon, the daughter of  the late Cliff and Ruth (Featheringham) Greenfelder. Barb retired from Massillon Community Hospital where she was a cardiac technician for 30 years. She was a member of Divine...

Rebecca "Becky" A. (Dominquez)  Scarpino

Rebecca "Becky" A. (Dominquez) Scarpino

May 3, 2023

Rebecca A. Scarpino (nee Dominguez), also known as "Becky" to many, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday afternoon, May 3, 2023. Becky was 91 years of age, born in Beaver Falls, PA on April 27, 1932, to the late Willehado and Dolores Dominguez.  She was preceded in death by husband, Rudolph P. Scarpino and her siblings...

Teresa "Lynne" (Nutter) Rossiter

Teresa "Lynne" (Nutter) Rossiter

May 2, 2023

Teresa "Lynne" Rossiter, age 61 of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Amherst Meadows. She was born July 3, 1961, in Parkersburg, WV, the daughter of the late Ralph Nutter and Thelma Simons. Teresa is survived by her husband of 41 years, Richard A. Rossiter; son and daughter-in-law, Jeremiah and Lisa Rossiter and grandson, Zayne...

Barbara Ann (Peters)  Green

Barbara Ann (Peters) Green

May 1, 2023

Barbara Ann Green, age 60, of Navarre, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023. Barbara was born November 10, 1962, in  Massillon, the daughter of the late Cletus and Barbara (Norton) Peters. She enjoyed boating, traveling, cooking, democracy and freedom but most importantly, her animals. She was a proud mother of two and loving wife of 42 years. Barbara would...

James T. Mckinnon

James T. Mckinnon

May 1, 2023

James T. McKinnon, age 77 of Jackson Township, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023 at his home.

He was born April 17, 1946, in Quincy, Massachusetts the son of the late Douglas and Helen (Quenney) McKinnon.

James graduated from Sterling High School in Summerdale, NJ and accepted a full football scholarship  from Kent State where...

Edward M. Sabaka

Edward M. Sabaka

Apr 27, 2023

Edward M. Sabaka, age 98, of Perry Township., went home to be with his Lord Thursday, April 27, 2023 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.

He was born May 26, 1924, in Cleveland, the son of the late Michael and Mabel (Patrick) Sabaka.

He was an Army veteran serving during WWII.

Edward was a...

Richard D. Paul, Sr.

Richard D. Paul, Sr.

Apr 22, 2023

Richard D. Paul, Sr.  age 96, of Canton, passed away Saturday, April 22, 2023. He was born April 2, 1927, in Massillon the son of the late Robert and Gladys (Jones) Paul. Richard was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the U.S. Army. Richard owned and operated Dumont's Sporting Goods in Canton. He was a member of...

Dyanna "Dy" (Taylor) Hubany

Dyanna "Dy" (Taylor) Hubany

Apr 15, 2023

Dyanna  "Dy" Hubany, age 71,  of Canal Fulton, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Mercy Medical Center following a brief illness. She was born July 8, 1951, in East Cleveland, daughter of the late Gordon D. and Donna J. (Lowe) Taylor. Dyanna retired from Chapel Hill Community after more than 20 years of service. She enjoyed...

Donna M. Burau

Donna M. Burau

Apr 13, 2023

Donna M. Burau, age 92 of Massillon, passed away Thursday, April 13, 2023 at her home. She was born September 16, 1930, in Louisville the daughter of the late Earl and Catherine (Miller) Corban. Donna was a retired beautician. She was a member of Central Presbyterian Church, Massillon Senior Center and loved counted cross stitch and sewing. Donna is...

James P. Adkins

James P. Adkins

Apr 9, 2023

James P. Adkins, age 63, of Massillon, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his family and close friends. He was born July 9, 1959, in Massillon, the son of the late James O. and Ellen (Sowards) Adkins. He loved the outdoors, and loved hunting and fishing. James is survived by his wife of 42 years,...

Vicki S. Beebe

Vicki S. Beebe

Apr 9, 2023

Vicki S. Beebe, age 79 of Massillon, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023 at Mercy Medical Center. Vicki was a homemaker and caregiver for her family. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. Vicki is survived by daughter, Deeonna (Paul) Sonnhalter; brother, Patrick (Linda) Beebe. She was preceded in death by Father, Byron Victor Beebe,...

Anna "Marge" Margaret (Wazlavek) Eggenschwiler

Anna "Marge" Margaret (Wazlavek) Eggenschwiler

Apr 7, 2023

Anna "Marge" Margaret (Wazlavek) Eggenschwiler of Medina since 2021, passed away April 7, 2023.

Marge was born in Massillon, September 12, 1929, to the late Carl and Anna May (Huwig) Wazlavek.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Alice Doll; her brother, Carl B. Wazlavek; and three husbands, Nelson R. McKinney,...

Bradford James Scheiring

Bradford James Scheiring

Mar 31, 2023

Bradford James Scheiring, 71, who had a strong hand in building many homes in the Stark County area, passed away on March 31, 2023, in Canton.

Brad was born in Canton on October 1,1951, to Robert and Madonna Scheiring of North Canton. He attended Our Lady of Peace School and graduated from Glenwood High School, both in...

Frank A. Manzella

Frank A. Manzella

Mar 28, 2023

Frank A. Manzella, age 85 formerly of Massillon passed away on Tuesday, March 28, 2023 surrounded by family.

He was born February 17, 1938 in Massillon the son of the late Pietro and Susie (Franjosie) Manzella.

Frank was a veteran and served in the Air Force.

He retired from Tyson Roller Bearing and...

Joseph "Joe" Norman Slade

Joseph "Joe" Norman Slade

Mar 27, 2023

Joseph Norman Slade, age 83 of Jackson Twp. , passed away March 27, 2023. He was born October 26, 1939, in Akron the son of the late William and Nellie (Clay) Slade. Joe served in the Navy as Yeoman 3rd Class. Joe retired from Nabisco after 27 years of service. He enjoyed his retirement to the fullest by traveling...

David A. Rambo

David A. Rambo

Mar 26, 2023

David A. Rambo, age 74, of Massillon, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023. He was born April 28, 1948, in Massillon, the son of the late Willard C. and Margaret (Betke) Rambo. David retired from Gertenslager Company in Wooster. He was a master mechanic and body man.  He was a muscle car enthusiast and a member of Massillon Area...

Rose Marie (Pozonitz)  Monago

Rose Marie (Pozonitz) Monago

Mar 23, 2023

Rose Marie (Pozonitz) Monago was born in Akron, Ohio, on November 17, 1941, and passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 23, 2023.

Rose Marie graduated from St. Mary's High School (Akron, Ohio) in 1959 and was married to Frank on Sept 2, 1961. They were married for almost 62 years.

She was...

Marianne M. (Pappano) Price

Marianne M. (Pappano) Price

Mar 23, 2023

Marianne Margaret Pappano Price crossed over to find peace with her Heavenly Father on March 23, 2023 in Marietta, Ohio.

Marianne was born November 5, 1942 to Fred and Maxine Pappano of Akron, Ohio. She married her husband of 54 years, Jack (John Jr.) Price on March 14, 1964. Jack and Marianne raised their two...

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