obituaries

Dec 27, 2020

Alberta Pearl Kendel Mom passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 27, 2020 with all of us by her side. In the week prior to her passing, she managed to get all of her children in one place for Christmas for the first time in 35 years, thus blessing us with a few more laughs and a few...

Dec 22, 2020

Betty A. Alexander (nee Gavlenski), age 69 of North Canton, passed away Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Akron City Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. Betty was born in Martins Ferry, OH and later raised in Cleveland. She was the loving daughter of James and Helen (Bugay) Gavlenski, both deceased. Betty is survived by her beloved husband of...

Dec 21, 2020

Joan E. Olshawsky, age 77 of Massillon, passed away Monday, December 21, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. She was born November 14, 1943, in Canton the daughter of the late Emerson and Bertha (Stevens) Lynn. Joan was a retired LPN for over 35 years with many area nursing agencies. She was a member of Living Word Church...

Dec 19, 2020

Leroy B. "Buck" Maurer, age 86 of Massillon, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020 at The Pines Healthcare Center. He was born September 11, 1934, in North Canton the son of the late Francis and Berdella (Snyder) Maurer. Leroy had worked for Ohio Drilling. He was a past member of St. Barbara Catholic Church. He was a little league...

Dec 18, 2020

Anna A. Wucinich/Wucinick (Wincek), was born February 28, 1918, In Ohio.  She was the 7th child of 16, born to George and Thresa Wincek.  Her siblings were John, Steve, Chuck, Mike, Frank, George, Mary, Katie, Rudy, Wilma, Walter, Helen, Alvin, Betty, and Frances.  All but her youngest sister, Frances Wincek Hoffman, are deceased. Raised on...

Dec 17, 2020

Barbara J. Harwart, age 89 of Canton, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 at The Inn At Belden Village. She was born October 13, 1931, in Canton the daughter of  the late Guy and Nancy (Essig) Breninger. Barbara retired from Mercy Medical Center where she was an x-ray technician. She was a member of St. Jacob Lutheran Church. Barbara...

Dec 17, 2020

Elizabeth Ann Baumgartner, age 70 of Massillon, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020 at The Danbury of Massillon. She was born December 31, 1949, daughter of the late Oscar and Elizabeth (Kern) Koehler. Elizabeth was a social worker and retired from City of Cambridge.  She had formerly worked in Germany for the Army/Airforce Exchange. She was a member of...

Dec 14, 2020

Michael J. Everett (73) of Brewster, Ohio passed away on December 14th from complications related to Covid-19.   Michael (Mike) was born in Massillon, Ohio to Robert and Eleanor (Kramer) Everett.   He attended St. Mary's School in Massillon and graduated from Canton Central Catholic High School, class of 1965.  He was a graduate of Stark State College of Technology with...

Dec 13, 2020

Carol A. Draha, age 81, of Massillon, and formerly of Parma, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020 at the Legends Care Center in Massillon. She was born August 2, 1939, the daughter of the late George and Ann Draha. Carol was a garment worker and retired from Florian Fashions in Cleveland. Carol is survived by her friends...

Dec 12, 2020

Donna Marie (Tournoux) Leaver

January 26, 1942 – December 12, 2020 (Age 78)

Donna Marie Leaver, age 78 of Massillon, passed away December 12, 2020 peacefully in her sleep at her home in Jackson Township. She was born on January 26, 1942 in Canton, OH to the late Edward and Mary Tournoux.

Dec 8, 2020

Janice A. Burandt, age 73 of Green, passed away suddenly Tuesday, December 8, 2020. She was born November 30, 1947, in Canton, daughter of the late John "Jerry" and Jewell (Reimenschneider) Burandt. She was a great lover of cats, birds, and crafts.  Jan  truly believed in the Spirit of Christmas. Janice is survived by her sisters; Jerrilyn...

Dec 5, 2020

Mary Alice Miller, age92  of Massillon, passed away December 5, 2020 at her home. She was born November 12, 1928 in Dover, to the late Ed and Mary Jestel. Mary Alice attended Mount Marie Academy, then graduated from Louisville High School. Upon graduation, she worked as a secretary at the Hoover Company and was featured in some of the...

Dec 5, 2020

Juanita E. Lee, age 68 of Canton, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020 following a period of declining health. She was born May 29, 1952, in  Parkersburg, WV, the daughter of the late James and Madelyn (Scarberry) Parker. Juanita retired from Rose Lane Nursing Home where she was a housekeeper. She was a member of Calvary Assembly of God. ...

Dec 5, 2020

Edward D. Hunter age 73 of Brewster passed away December 5, 2020, following complications due to COVID 19. He was born August 24, 1947 in Massillon, the son of the late Harris and Viola (Yost) Hunter. He was an Army veteran serving during Vietnam. Ed retired from the Brewster Post Office after 24 years as a mail...

Dec 5, 2020

Paul Klaus, age 78 of Massillon, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020 at Laurels of Massillon. He was born January 31, 1942, in Youngstown the son of the late Frueman and Leona (Fengel) Lickscomb. A resident of the area since 1969, Paul had worked at Lincoln Way Motors, the County Board Bus Garage, and various county workshops....

Dec 2, 2020

Rebecca J. Scheetz, age 81, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Windsor Medical Center in North Canton. She was born September 27, 1939, daughter of the late John and Mary (Batusic) Sander. Rebecca was an active member of St. Barbara Catholic Church including RCIA team member for many years, National Council of Catholic Women.  She enjoyed...

Dec 2, 2020

William L. Taylor, age 41, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020. He was born February 7, 1979, in Massillon, the son of the late William and Betty Taylor. William was a "genius."  He was an avid pool player and enjoyed participating in tournaments. He is survived by wife of 10 years, Terri Taylor, sons; Kevin...

Dec 2, 2020

Ralph K. Hamilton, age 65 of Massillon, died December 2, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center following a period of declining health. Ralph was born August 23, 1955 in Cedar Grove, WV to the late Edward Hamilton and Deloris Irene West Hamilton.

He was married to Patricia on July 10, 2012 in Woodstock, Virginia.  She survives...

Dec 1, 2020

Gary Dean Dibble, 78, loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Brother- In Law, and friend to many, passed on Tuesday, December 1st.  After a hard battle with COVID19, he is at rest with our heavenly father. Gary is survived by; his beloved wife of 56 years, Carolyn; sister Joan, and husband Kenny Guy, brother-in-law Charles Swires Jr. and his wife...

Nov 30, 2020

Linda L. Pape, age 80 of Massillon, passed away Monday, November 30, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born August 5, 1940, in Canton, the daughter of  the late Frank and Margaret (Casterline) Babb. She was a member of St. Barbara Catholic Church, and was active in St. Barbara Social Club and worked special events at the church...