obituaries

Dec 17, 2025

Joseph "Jody" Edward Victor, Jr., 78, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ surrounded by his family on December 17, 2025 at his home in Jackson Township, Ohio after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Born on September 16, 1947 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Jody was the oldest son of Joseph and Helyne...

Dec 16, 2025

Guy B. Snyder, age 84, of Massillon, passed away December 16, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born October 11, 1941, in Baltic, Ohio, the son of the late Guy and Helen (Stockman) Snyder. Guy retired from the Timken Company where he worked for over 40 years. He is survived by his children,  David, Lisa, Krista, Michelle and...

Dec 10, 2025

Stephen J. Herron, age 43, formerly of Jackson Township, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Summa Akron Hospital.

Born on May 28, 1982, in Canton, Ohio, Stephen was the son of Brad and Stephanie (Taranta) Herron.

After his graduation from Jackson High School, Stephen earned a degree in Computer Science while...

Dec 9, 2025

Ralph Samuel Martin Jr., age 90, of Jackson Township, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at Mercy Medical Center.

He was born July 2, 1935, in Canton, the son of the late Ralph and Leora (Bair) Martin.

Sam retired after 30 years as a Col. in the United States Army Reserve and as a social...

Nov 29, 2025

Karen Mengersen Herrington May 8, 1944 - November 29, 2025

Karen Mengersen Herrington, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, scholar, and lifelong champion of education, passed away peacefully at home on November 29, 2025 at the age of 81. Born on May 8, 1944, in East St. Louis, Illinois, to Clarence and Vivian Mengersen, Karen lived a life...

Nov 27, 2025

Dorothy M. Rhoads, age 94, of Perry Heights, passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025, at Danbury Senior Living. She was born December 16, 1930, in Alliance the daughter of the late Charles and Florence (Hummel) Hykes. Dorothy was a homemaker. She was an avid reader and a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Dorothy is survived by son, James...

Nov 15, 2025

After more than 12 years of being apart, Otto and Arlene are together again.  Our mother left us March 8, 2013.  Our father joined her November 15, 2025, at the age of 101.  They had been married over 67 years. Their lives revolved around their children, Dennis (Carol) Rambaud, Susan (Terry) Reese, and Karen (Bill) Wonsick; grandchildren,...

Nov 14, 2025

David L. Meade, 71, most recently of Navarre, Ohio, died on November 14, 2025.

He was born on May 24, 1954, in Sandusky, Ohio.  He grew up in Castalia, Ohio where he attended Margaretta Local Schools.  He was a member of the Class of 1974.

David spent most of his career in public...

Nov 11, 2025

Terry R. Williams, age 83 of Perry Township, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic. He was born July 24, 1942, the son of the late Clifford R. and Nedra (Oliver) Williams. Terry retired from Timken after 39 years of service where he was manager of engineering and maintenance. He had a passion for golfing...

Nov 10, 2025

Robert D. Adkins, age 57, of Brewster, passed away Monday, November 10, 2025 at Mercy Medical Center. He was born March 22, 1968, in Massillon and was the son of the late Lowell and Elizabeth (Swan) Adkins. Robert retired from the Bell Stores in Brewster. He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Lauri Adkins; son, Robert Adkins...

Nov 9, 2025

Maurine K. Yohn, age 67 of Massillon, passed away on November 9, 2025 at Aultman Hospital.

She was born March 9, 1958 in Massillon, the daughter of the late Maurice and Donna (Johns) Isner.

Maurine retired from Giant Eagle where she had worked for many years.

She enjoyed crafting and Facebooking....

Nov 9, 2025

Barbara J. Taylor, age 78 of Jackson Township passed away November 9, 2025 at her home.

She was born March 5, 1947 in Indianapolis,  the daughter of the late Royal and Marion Hewitt.

Barbara was a veteran serving in the Marines serving from 1965 to 1967.

She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, and...

Nov 5, 2025

Rebecca Ann Davis, 82, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on November 5, 2025. Rebecca worked for Fabric and Freight in Barberton and later at Massillon Community Hospital in Environmental Services. She loved and cared deeply for her family and friends. Rebecca enjoyed watching General Hospital and cheering for the Cleveland Cavaliers. She is survived by her daughters,...

Nov 2, 2025

Howard L. Blogna, age 86 of Massillon, passed away on November 2, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born June 11, 1939 in Massillon, son of the late Samuel and Helen (Porrini) Blogna. Howard retired from Perry Rubber and more recently was a starter at the Elms Country Club.

He was a member of...

Oct 31, 2025

38 years young, Samuel Ray Crawford and dog Frankie, left us too soon, October 31, 2025. Born March 15th, 1987 to Beverly Blazer and Dale Crawford. Samuel graduated from Massillon High School in 2006 and worked at Nickles Bakery. He is survived by two sons, Alex and Jesse; ex wives, Amanda and Amy; his grandpa Blazer; Aunt Lynne and...

Oct 30, 2025

Cheryl Lee Guy, age 71, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, surrounded by family and love. Born on May 18, 1954 in Canton, OH to the late James Robert Brothers and Laverne (Houston) Eddins. She was a corpsman in the Navy and often shared fond memories of her adventures in Yokosuka, Japan. She returned home...

Oct 30, 2025

Timothy J. Coverdale, age 70, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 30, 2025. He was born October 29, 1955, in Massillon, the son of the late Lon and Margaret (Mackey) Coverdale. He was a 1974 graduate of Tuslaw High School. Tim continued his education at The University of Akron. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree...

Oct 27, 2025

Merrie Jo Vaughn, age 78 of Canton, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025 at her home. She was born February 12, 1947, in Canton, the daughter of the late Don and Marcella "Pete" Hostetler. Merrie Jo retired from Key Bank after over 20 years of service. She was a member of Zion UCC in North Canton, she was involved...

Oct 24, 2025

Nancy J. Pry, age 75, of Massillon, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025. She was born September 10, 1950, in Canton, the daughter of  the late Louis and Jeneva (Collins) Wise. She enjoyed reading and gardening. Nancy is survived by step sons, Jeff Pry and Jim (Julie) Pry; daughter, Rachael (Rick) Ramsey; grandchildren, Logan (Kaitlyn) Pry, Corey Swartzentruber, and...

Oct 24, 2025

James O. "Jim" Scott, 87, of Strasburg, and formerly Jackson Township, passed away on October 24th. He was born on July 10, 1938, in Canton, Ohio. Jim was a member of Divine Mercy St. Mary's Catholic Church in Massillon. His life passions included enjoying the great outdoors-playing golf, hunting, fishing, and camping at Tappan Lake with family and friends....