obituaries

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....

Oct 24, 2025

Sue Ann Cottrell, age 78 of Massillon, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. She was born May 14, 1947, in Amma, WV, the daughter of the late Dana and Mary Susan (Short) Myers. Sue is survived by two sons, Bobby J. Cottrell, Jr., Dana Lee Cottrell; two daughters, Jo Ann Cottrell, Tina...

Oct 18, 2025

Deborah A. Farkas, age 71, of Plain Twp., passed away Saturday, October 18, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born August 17, 1954, in Akron, the daughter of the late James and Virginia (Phillips) Scarbrough.

Deborah worked at Babcock and Wilcox for over 40 years before retiring as a warehouse manager. Deborah enjoyed traveling...

Oct 16, 2025

David John Ford, age 81, of Jackson Twp., passed away Thursday, October 16, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born March 31, 1944, in Los Angeles, California. David was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and served on the USS Massey. David retired from Yellow Freight.  He was an avid and accomplished golfer.  David and his...

Oct 11, 2025

Mary Curlutu, 89, of Massillon passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, October 11, 2025. She was born in Canton on February 3, 1936, to the late Simon Sr. and Flora Curlutu (Maku). Mary enjoyed getting her hair done, painting her nails, makeup, shopping, collecting magazines, Christmas, music, lunch dates, and visits with her brother Simon....

Oct 8, 2025

Vera C. Martin, age 95 of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at home surrounded by family. She was born June 24, 1930, in Canal Fulton the daughter of the late Michael and Eva (Milankov) Pavkov. Vera was a homemaker. She ran her own crafting business, Country Barn for 17 years. She was a member of Divine Mercy...

Oct 5, 2025

Peggy J. Sheridan, age 85, of Wadsworth, formerly of Canton, passed away Sunday, October 5, 2025 at The Village of St. Edward in Wadsworth. She was born August 11, 1940, in Watseka, Illinois,  the daughter of the late William and Elsie (Hathaway) Chadwick. She was a member the Red Hat Society.  She was an avid reader, and enjoyed puzzles....

Sep 27, 2025

Sharon "Rosie" Burau, age 75 of Massillon, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025 at her home. She was born January 1, 1950, in Yakima, Washington; the daughter of the late Olen and Lois (Burris) Lunyou. Rosie was a retired bartender. She loved to paint and draw. Rosie is survived by her husband, Daniel Burau; sister, Karen (Tom)...

Sep 27, 2025

Roger L. Nelson, age 79 of Akron, passed away Saturday, September 27, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Medical Center. He was born November 8, 1945, in Julian, WV, the son of the late Delbert and Minnie (Kinder) Nelson. Roger retired from Westinghouse after 20 years of service and he had been a hairdresser for many years....

Sep 19, 2025

Paul D. Augustine, age 84, of Jackson Township, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.

Born August 24, 1941, in Canton, he was the son of the late Paul and Amelia (Novak) Augustine. Paul was a 1959 graduate of Timken High School.

In 1957, while working at the Arcade Market...

Sep 17, 2025

Lewis D. "Butch" Sampsel Jr., age 75 of Navarre, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at the Cleveland VA.

He was born July 12, 1950, in Massillon the son of the late Lewis and Jean (Widder) Sampsel.

He was a veteran serving in the Army and Navy.

Butch was a retired deputy Marshall...

Sep 16, 2025

Timothy Doubledee, age 70 of Canton, passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at Mercy Medical Center. Tim was born August 29, 1955 in Akron Ohio and lived in Jackson Twp. He was the beloved son of the late John and Elizabeth (Nellis) Doubledee. Tim attended Jackson High School in Jackson Twp., Ohio and was a member of St. Peter...