obituaries

Dec 1, 2022

James W. Markham, age 86 of Jackson Twp., passed away peacefully on December 1, 2022. He was born November 25, 1936, in Charleston, WV. the son of  the late Silburn and Edna (Allen) Markham. He moved to Akron, Ohio and met the love of his life, Marge.  They married May 9, 1959 and were blessed with 59...

Nov 29, 2022

Thomas Michael Carracher, age 64 of Massillon, Ohio On September 16, 1958, Thomas Carracher came into this world and made it a better place with his smile and gentle spirit. He was born to Dorothy R. (Kenny)Carracher and the late SFC (RET) Francis J. Carracher. In the early hours of Tuesday, November 29th, he passed away peacefully at Timken...

Nov 29, 2022

John A. Cowles, age 47, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at Mercy Medical Center following a brief illness. He was born January 22, 1975, in Canton, the son of the late Jimmie C. and Louise (Beggs) Cowles. John graduated from Sandy Valley High School. He was a laborer and fabricator.  He enjoyed playing guitars,...

Nov 27, 2022

Tobi K. Englebrecht, age 53, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 27, 2022. She was born May 31, 1969, in Massillon, the daughter of  Lynn Akey and Phyllis (Tanley) Bernabei. Tobi worked at Mercy Medical Center where she was a phlebotomist for 19 years. She enjoyed riding motorcycles with her husband and back yard barbeques....

Nov 24, 2022

Cletus N. Welch, age 85 of Jackson Township, passed away Thursday, November 24, 2022 at Chapel Hill Community.

He was born February 2, 1937, in Convoy the son of the late William and Ruth (Poling) Welch.

He grew up on a farm and graduated from Convoy High School. He received his bachelors degree...

Nov 21, 2022

"L" Linda Wincek, age 80, of Navarre, went home to her eternal life with Jesus on November 21, 2022. She was born October 23, 1942, in Texarkana, TX. Linda is proceeded in death by her parents, Curtis and Winifred Morthland.  She is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Richard N. Wincek;  son, Jason Robbins (Kat);...

Nov 11, 2022

Paul E. Tennis, age 88 of Jackson Township, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 11, 2022 at Mercy Medical Center. He was born April 29, 1934, in Massillon, the son of Paul and Marcella Tennis. He was a graduate of Washington High School and the University of Cincinnati. Paul was a retired architect. He was a member of St. George...

Nov 11, 2022

David S. Kendig, 78, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022. David was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, on November 2, 1944. He was a graduate of Kent State University, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in graphic design, and later received his Masters degree from Malone College. David left Canton for sunny California, residing in San Benardino,...

Nov 9, 2022

Shirley A. Heitger, age 83, of Jackson Twp., passed away Wednesday, November 9, 2022. She was born September 25, 1939, in North Lawrence, the daughter of the late Perry and Wilma (Marhover) Becker. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, enjoyed ceramics and was a great baker. Shirley is survived by husband of 61 years, Paul R....

Nov 8, 2022

Noreen L. Graber, age 97 of Massillon, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 8, 2022. She was born March 25, 1925, in Massillon, the daughter of the late Harry and Cecelia (Slicker) Huwig. Noreen was a graduate of Washington High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Bob Graber in 1947, and together they raised five children. They celebrated 70...

Nov 6, 2022

Richard L. Rootes, age 87, formerly of Massillon, passed away Sunday, November 6, 2022 at Chapel Hill Community. He was born March 9, 1935, in Akron, the son of the late David and Jesse (VanGilder) Rootes. Richard served in the United States Air Force.  He retired from Seifert Technology and had formerly worked at Monsanto Research, National Rubber Machinery,...

Nov 4, 2022

Leota E. Herman, age 77, of Jackson Twp., passed away peacefully on November 4, 2022. She was born July 25, 1945 in Wilmot, daughter of the late Loren and Dorothy (Fausett) Fraelich. Leota retired from Republic Steel Corp. Leota is survived by her husband of 54 years, Frederick W. Herman, Jr.; sons, Scott Herman and Bill (Julie)...

Nov 3, 2022

Roberta I. Manzella, age 84, formerly of Massillon, passed away Thursday, November 3, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born January 15, 1938, the daughter  of the late Robert and Isabel (Pearson) Maxhimer. Roberta has worked at Dalton and Tuslaw Local Schools as a bus driver. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and...

Nov 1, 2022

Barry M. Johnson, age 62 of North Lawrence

On February 20, 1960 in Massillon, "Beej or BJ" came into this world and made Gerald and Phyllis (Grening) Johnson first time parents.  He brought them joy, challenged them whenever possible and loved them unconditionally.

By Tuesday, November 1, 2022, BJ had cooked up his...

Oct 28, 2022

William (Will/Bill) David Allen, age 73, of Jackson Township, passed away suddenly on Friday, October, 28, 2022. He was born June 9, 1949 in Akron, son of the late Willard and Ruby Allen. Will is survived by his wife of 24 years, Donna; sons, Micah Taylor age 20 and Isaiah Stone age 16; brother, Robert Allen. He...

Oct 28, 2022

Roberta F. Mani, age 72, of Massillon passed away peacefully on October 28th, 2022, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with lung disease.

She was born in Canton to the late Robert and Elizabeth (Lawson) Shuman.

She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.  She went...

Oct 26, 2022

Mary E. Sample, age 59, of Massillon, and formerly of Jackson Twp., passed away Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. She was born March 24, 1963, in Ashland, Ohio. Mary was an accountant.  She retired from American Electric Power. She was a great lover of animals, and an extremely charitable person.   She enjoyed crocheting...

Oct 23, 2022

William G. Ruhman "Bill" passed away at the age of 76 on October 23rd, 2022, after a short illness. Dad was a fighter and fought hard for 17 days. He had his daughter and son at his bedside when he passed.

Bill was a graduate of North Canton High School. Bill was a highly skilled...

Oct 20, 2022

Daniel James Maiorana Dan passed away 10/20/22 after a lengthy illness at age 31. He was born to Joe and Jeanette (Smith) Maiorana on March 12th, 1991. Dan graduated from Jackson High School in Massillon.  He then attended Kent State University and went on to graduate from Stark State College as an automotive technician. Dan enjoyed sports, especially basketball,...

Oct 17, 2022

Russell Kegley, age 57, of Perry Twp., passed away, October 17, 2022. He was born July 23, 1965, in Massillon. Russell was an avid motorcyclist and enjoyed working on motorcycles. Russell is survived by mother, Roseann Kegley;  daughters, Tiffanie Kegley and Tabbatha (Salahuddin) Ali; sisters, Roxann (Gary) Stewart, Robin (Ed) Huff; grandchildren, Bricen, Giovanni, Liddia, and Zion,...