obituaries

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...

Nov 29, 2020

Kathleen M. Keefer, age 97, a life resident of Jackson Twp.,  passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020 at Compassionate Care Center with her loving family at her side. She was born July 26, 1923, in Massillon the daughter of the late Raymond and Icele (Grossman) Singer. Kathleen was a secretary and retired from Arthritis Foundation after 15 years of...

Nov 25, 2020

Jacqueline S. Stauffer September 27, 1950 - November 25, 2020. With profound sadness, we announce the passing of my loving wife,  our devoted mother, dedicated sister and Maw Maw, Jacqueline S. Stauffer,  on November 25, 2020. She was born on September 27, 1950, in Dover, Ohio, and was the daughter of the late Verned and Catherine (Bonifant)...

Nov 21, 2020

Donald E. Syler, Jr. age 89 of the Tellico Village Community, Loudon, TN formerly of Leslie, MI, passed away November 21, 2020 in Tennessee.

Donald was a veteran of the U. S. Navy and a graduate of The Ohio State University. He was a certified mechanical engineer and retired from Consumers Power Company in Michigan...

Nov 20, 2020

Caroline M. Wilson, 59, passed away Friday, November 20, 2020.  Born in Lakewood, Ohio, Caroline was the daughter of George and Janet (Bremer) Volkmann and was a life-long resident of Canton, Ohio. In addition to her parents, Caroline was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Burt Wilson. She is survived by her sister, Louisa (Neil) Egan;...

Nov 18, 2020

Ellen Marie Kern, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2020 at Country Lawn Center in Navarre from complication of Alzheimer's. A beautiful woman inside and out, she was preceded in death by her son, Timothy J. Kern and her sister Diane Werden.  She is survived by husband of 61 years, John B. (Jack) Kern of Jackson Twp.,...

Nov 18, 2020

William T. Loyd, age 66 of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at his residence. He was born May 7, 1954, in Cairo, Georgia the son of the late Early and Agnes (Maloy) Loyd. He was a 15 year Army veteran.  While stationed in Korea he met and married his wife, Soon. He was a member...

Nov 15, 2020

Samuel W. Postlethwait, 74 of Perry Township passed away Sunday, November 15, 2020.  He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Gay (Kauffman) Postlethwait.  Sammy was a loving and wonderful father to his two daughters Angela Staskey and Cari Ann (Christopher) Irvin and his son Brian Postlethwait.  The light of his world were his seven grandchildren Kyle (Laura),...

Nov 11, 2020

Susan M. Pumphrey, age 69, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2020. She was born November 21, 1950, daughter of the late William and Evelyn (Slicker) Graham. Susan retired from ResCare where she was a home manager and supervisor.  She had previously worked for Applecreek Developmental Center for over 20 years. She was a member of...

Nov 9, 2020

Ralph A. Doty, age 89 of Jackson Twp., passed away Monday, November 9, 2020 at the Landings. He was born June 30, 1931, in Massillon, the son of the late Fred and Evelyn (Shaidnagle) Doty. He was a graduate of Massillon Washington High School Class of 1949. He was a veteran serving in the Army. Ralph retired...

Nov 8, 2020

John J. Michalek, age 73, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Stella Michalek, sisters, Helen Klucinec, Ethel Walters, Barbara Bowser, Marian Celko; brothers, Frank Michalek, and Michael Michalek. John is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Matt and Athena Michalek; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Rick Martin...

Nov 7, 2020

Canton, OH.  Walter William Hinkel went on to his heavenly reward on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at the age of 76 after a brief illness.  He was born February 6, 1944 in Akron, Ohio to Walter and Mary Hinkel.  Walter was a brilliant man who was an engineer and an attorney.  He served at the Goodyear Tire and Rubber...

Nov 7, 2020

James J. Gannon, age 76 of North Canton, born November 30, 1943 in Elmhurst, NY, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2020. He grew up in Point Lookout, N.Y. and graduated from Fairfield University.  He received his MBA from the University of New Orleans. Jim was a veteran and served in the U.S. Navy in Vietnam. Jim retired from Babcock...

Nov 6, 2020

Mary C. Snyder (Dimos) (Shepherd), age 81, of Jackson Township passed away Friday, November 6, 2020.  She was born July 21, 1939 to Frank and Sophia Dimos.  Growing up one of seven siblings in East Canton, Mary learned the importance of family, celebrating her heritage, working hard, and having zest for life.  She graduated from Timken High School and...

Nov 5, 2020

Robert L. Thomas, age 80 of Massillon, passed away Thursday, November 5, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center. He was born June 26, 1940, in Massillon the son of the late Gust and Betty (Gamery) Thomas. He served in the Army from 1959 to 1963. Robert retired from Timken Steel in 1996 after 36 years of service. He...

Nov 5, 2020

Kathleen M. Radel, age 73 of Massillon, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at Akron General Medical Center after a brief period of declining health. She was born August 23, 1947 in Cleveland had lived in Massillon most of her life. She was daughter of the late Lyman and Mary Rita (Burns) Matthews. She graduated from...