obituaries

Jul 2, 2016

Robert D. Jones Jr., age 75 of Massillon, passed away July 2, 2016. He was born August 7, 1940 in Holloway, Ohio the son of the late Frances (Brozinick) and Robert Jones Sr. He was a Navy veteran serving during Vietnam. Robert retired from Westfield Companies after 33 years of service. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic...

Jul 1, 2016

Stanley J. Seifert Sr. age 92 of Massillon passed away peacefully Friday, July 1, 2016.

He was born February 16, 1924 in Massillon the son of the late Oliver and Alice (Hanner) Seifert.

Stanley was a WWII veteran serving in the Army in the South Pacific.

He retired from Doctor's Hospital. ...

Jul 1, 2016

George A. Schiller, age 89 of Massillon, passed away on Friday, July 1, 2016. He was born December 5, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, son of the late Edward J. and Laura (Breehl) Schiller. George was a veteran of the U.S. Army.  He retired from Diebold  where he was a welder and machinist.  He was a member of...

Jul 1, 2016

Joanne (Weatherholt) Kring, age 82 of Massillon, passed away peacefully at her residence, Friday, July 1, 2016 surrounded by her family.  She battled a lengthy illness. She was born May 19, 1934, in Cannelton, Indiana, the daughter of the late George B. and Latitia (Hardesty) Weatherholt. Joanne was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Spring Hill...

Jun 29, 2016

Thomas L. Mottice, age 68 of Jackson Twp., passed away on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 following a brief illness. He was born November 25, 1947 in Canton, son of the late Oliver Glenn and Pauline (Cooper) Mottice. He is survived by his wife Jane (Meeting) Mottice, daughter Stephanie Mottice, son and daughter-in-law Brian and Laura Mottice and...

Jun 28, 2016

David Crum, age 56 of Jackson Twp. passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at the Cleveland Clinic.

He was born October 13, 1959 in Canton the son of Clara (Prunty) and the late Paul Crum.

David retired from Jackson Township Central Maintenance after 33 years of service.

David is survived by...

Jun 27, 2016

Carol S. Dill, age 69 of Perry Twp., passed away on Monday, June 27, 2016.

She was born June 12, 1947 in Massillon, daughter of the late Emerson and Bertha (Stevens) Lynn.

Carol retired from the former Massillon Community Hospital /Affinity Hospital where she was Cafeteria Manager for 35 years.    She was a...

Jun 23, 2016

Ray E. Ott, age 81 of Massillon passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2016 following an extended illness. He was born October 8, 1934 in Newcomerstown, Ohio son of the late Edwin and Lela (McPherson) Ott. Ray was a veteran of the Korean War where he served in the Navy.  He had retired from Nickles Bakery and...

Jun 20, 2016

Jan E. Pandrea, 63 of Canton, passed away June 20, 2016. She was born May 18, 1953 in Massillon the daughter of the late Richard and Sally (Stephan) Limbach. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Antwan Limbach; great nephew, Ian Hoffman. Jan is survived by her brother, Michael (Rhonda) Limbach; her children, Clarissa Limbach (Julius...

Jun 20, 2016

Candy Michale Mayfield-Fuller, 52 of Massillon passed away June 20, 2016. Candy was a loving daughter, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her mother, Cynthia Fuller; children, Jefferey Lantzer, Tiffany Mayfield, Brandie Mayfield, Bryanna Mayfield; five grandchildren; sister, Cheryl Yarnell; and several nieces. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at Heitger Funeral...

Jun 20, 2016

Edward Peter Ertle II, 61, passed away suddenly in New York City on June 20, 2016 following a heart attack. Born in Massillon to Alice (Heitger) and Edward Ertle, the eldest of five, he was a stellar student at St Mary's Grade School (1968), Central Catholic High School (1972), and the University of Detroit (1976). He relocated...

Jun 19, 2016

Mary Dolores Maier age 87 of Massillon passed away June 19, 2016 peacefully, surrounded by her family. Dolores, a lifelong resident of Massillon, was born August 22nd 1928 to the late Marie (Heagney) and C.F. Neil Brogan. Dolores graduated from Mount Marie Academy and began working as a dental hygienist and later with her father at C....

Jun 19, 2016

Greg E. Streator, age 43 of Massillon, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2016 quietly at his home following an extended illness. Greg was a graduate of South Mecklenburg H.S. in Charlotte, N.C.  He enjoyed music and computer science.  He was a member of Rivertree Christian Church and held Friday Morning Bible Study in his home. He...

Jun 14, 2016

Leonard L. Kraft, age 89, of Tuscarawas Twp.,  passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at his residence following a brief illness.

He was born December 25, 1926, son of the late Frank and Civilla (Speicher) Kraft.

He retired in 1980 from CCC Highway.  He has also worked for Skipco and Canton Repository. ...

Jun 12, 2016

Gary R. Jogerst, age 80 of Navarre passed away June 12, 2016 at his home. He was preceded in death by his parents Ralph and Irene (Cincinat) Jogerst. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, June 15, 2016 at 11am at St. Clement Cemetery in Navarre. Please leave condolences at Heitger.com HEITGER MASSILLON 330-833-3248

Jun 12, 2016

Janice R. (nee Blosser) Benson, age 79, of Massillon passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2016 following a lengthy battle with Alzheimers.

She was a wonderful homemaker and enjoyed decorating and gardening.  Janice enjoyed feeding the birds and all her pets.

She loved being a grandmother and enjoyed spending time with grandsons Taylor...

Jun 6, 2016

Richard L. Walsh, age 62 of Massillon, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2016 at his home following a courageous two year battle with cancer. He was born March 17, 1954 in Barberton. He was a veteran of the Army serving in Germany. He retired from Bowlings Collision Center where he was a body shop manager for...

Jun 1, 2016

Edward R. Varner, 79 of Jackson Twp., went to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born May 30, 1937 in Youngstown  the son of the late Albert and Beatrice (Enyeart) Varner.

Edward is survived by daughters, Dianna and Danene and...

Jun 1, 2016

Harvey G. Hayes, age 91 formerly of Clay County, WV, passed away on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 in Ohio.

He was born October 9, 1924 and was the son of the late Harvey B and Florence (Mutter) Hayes.

He retired after 30 years from Republic Steel Corporation and enjoyed farming, carpenter...

May 27, 2016

Marguerite "Sue" Marchant, age 82 formerly of Massillon, passed away Friday, May 27, 2016 at Jackson Ridge Rehabilitation Center. She was born January 5, 1934, in Zoar the daughter of the late Raymon and Viola (Buehler) Murray. Sue retired from OBES after 30 years of service. She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church. Sue is...