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Krista M. Wyles

Krista M. Wyles

Feb 25, 2013

Krista M. Wyles, age 24, of Jackson Township, went home to be with the Lord Monday, February 25, 2013. She was born March 1, 1988, the daughter of Lori (Meck) and William "Tom" Wyles III. She graduated from Jackson High School and was a student at Stark State. Krista enjoyed swimming, music, and spending time with family,...

William O. Tritt

William O. Tritt

Feb 25, 2013

William "Bill" O. Tritt, age 76, of Navarre passed away on February 25, 2013 following a brief illness. He was born on March 5, 1936 in Massillon, Ohio. Bill worked for Protecto Auto Center for many years. He enjoyed attending auctions and flea markets, as well as shopping for antiques and operating his booth at the Navarre...

Beatrice 'Betty' Maier

Beatrice 'Betty' Maier

Feb 21, 2013

Beatrice 'Betty' Maier, age 96 of Massillon passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2013 at The Inn at University Village where she was a resident. She was born November 14, 1916 in Pittsburgh, PA, daughter of the late Ambrose and Mary Grace (Barrett) Criss. Betty belonged to Grace United Church of Christ where she was the oldest...

Vernell B. Markusic

Vernell B. Markusic

Feb 12, 2013

Vernell 'Bea' Markusic, age 89, formerly of Jackson Twp., died Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at Hanover House Nursing Home. She was born February 18, 1923, in Emery Utah the daughter of the late Thomas Victor and Edna Christina (Sorensen) Keele. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Charles William 'Bill' Markusic,...

Edward J. Schuster

Edward J. Schuster

Feb 12, 2013

Edward James Schuster, age 87, of Jackson Twp. died Tuesday, February 12, 2013 at Mercy Medical Center. He was born April 18, 1925, in St. Michael, PA, the son of the late George and Mary Schuster. Ed retired from Allside Company in 1990. Edward is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Marilyn Schuster of Georgia, David...

Roy Morris Dancy

Roy Morris Dancy

Feb 8, 2013

Roy Morris Dancy, age 82, of Jackson Township, passed away Friday, February 8, 2013. He was born October 30, 1930 in Coldwater, Mississippi the of the late Sumner and Clyde (Sowell) Dancy. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Corrine (Scruggs) Dancy; daughters, Sherry Dancy of Columbus, Pam (Bob) Worthington of North Canton; four grandchildren,...

Patrick J. Craven

Patrick J. Craven

Feb 7, 2013

Patrick J. Craven, age 63 of Jackson Twp., passed away suddenly on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013 at his residence. Born in Akron, he had lived in Jackson Township most of his life. Patrick had a long career in capital equipment sales including Craven Graphics, B.F. Goodrich and BASF. He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church,...

Elfriede A. Shepler

Elfriede A. Shepler

Jan 31, 2013

Elfriede A. Shepler, age 86 of Massillon passed away on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at Brewster Convalescent Center. She was born September 4, 1926 in Hermannstadt, Czechoslovakia and had lived here since 1949. She was a member of Grace United Church of Christ and was active in church work. She enjoyed sewing and was an excellent cook....

William C. Marable Jr

William C. Marable Jr

Jan 31, 2013

William Champion Marable Jr., age 93 of North Canton, passed away on Thursday, January 31, 2013 following a brief illness. He was born in Canton and was son of the late William C. and Winnie (Masters) Marable Sr. He attended Columbia Military Academy and the University of Wisconsin and Ohio State University where he belonged to Phi...

Frances M. Robinson

Frances M. Robinson

Jan 29, 2013

Frances M. Robinson, age 92, of Massillon, died Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Meadow Wind Health Care Center. She was born November 14, 1920, in Massillon, the daughter of the late Walter Otto and Bertha (Simon) Braun. She had worked at her family's business Braun's Grocery and had worked at Kruas' Pizza W. Tusc. Frances was a...

Louis Baich

Louis Baich

Jan 27, 2013

Louis Baich, age 91, died suddenly Sunday, January 27, 2013 at his residence in Canal Fulton.He was born January 28, 1921, the son of the late Michael and Natalia (Marvisxon) Baich. Louis was a WWII veteran serving in the Army. He was an owner and operator of his trucking company for 38 years. Louis is survived by...

Raymond W. Gartland

Raymond W. Gartland

Jan 27, 2013

Raymond W. Gartland, age 84 of Massillon passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Sunday, January 27, 2013. He was born on July 3, 1928 in Youngstown, Ohio, son of the late Raymond W. and Margaret (Roach) Gartland. He was a 1948 graduate of Washington High School and attended Ohio State and Ohio Universities....

Richard P. Boerner

Richard P. Boerner

Jan 27, 2013

Richard "Dick" Paul Boerner, age 86, of Massillon passed away Sunday, January 27, 2013. He was born July 10, 1926, in Massillon the son of the late Robert J. Boerner and Gladys (Kelly) Schneider. Dick was a WWII veteran serving with the Army. He was owner of Boerner Sunoco Gas Station and he retired in 1987 from...

Eunice A. Wilhelm

Eunice A. Wilhelm

Jan 25, 2013

Eunice (Stevenson) Wilhelm, age 88 passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2013. She was born February 23, 1924 in Beach City and lived in Massillon most of her life. She was a member of Canton Baptist Temple and the Jolly 60's, Isabella's, St. Mary Rosary Altar, and VWF Ladies Aux Navarre Post #5047. Eunice is survived by...

Karl W. Naumann Sr

Karl W. Naumann Sr

Jan 21, 2013

Karl W. Naumann Sr., age 80 of North Canton passed away on Monday, January 21, 2013. He was born August 21, 1932 in Massillon, Ohio son of the late Walter D. and Glendora (Martin) Naumann. He was a 1950 graduate of Washington High School and an Air Force Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. Karl retired as...

Timothy P. Gephrey

Timothy P. Gephrey

Jan 20, 2013

Timothy Paul Gepfrey, age 61, died Sunday, January 20, 2013 at his residence in Perry Township after a brief battle with cancer. He was born January 23, 1951 in Massillon, the son of the late William Paul and Eleanor Marie (Smith) Gepfrey. Tim served in the Air Force for 10 years. He was a prep cook at...

Lora Marjorie Dillon-Bentz

Lora Marjorie Dillon-Bentz

Jan 19, 2013

Lora Marjorie Dillon-Bentz, 82 of Belmont, Ohio passed away January 8, 2013 at Meadow Wind Health Care Center. She was born January 18, 1930 in Dunganon, Ohio the daughter of the late Harvey and Clara (Wrestler) Frantz. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Victory Baptist Chapel, 67100 Willow Grove Rd, St. Clairsville,...

Betty J. Hassman

Betty J. Hassman

Jan 17, 2013

Betty J. (Gantz) Hassman, age 71 of Massillon, passed away on Thursday, January 17, 2013 in her home surrounded by her family and friends. She was born November 14, 1941 in Alliance, Ohio daughter of the late Clyde and Bertha (Bender) Gantz. Betty was office manager for 35 years for Dr. Paquelet and Dr. Hart and was...

Helen A. Gresser

Helen A. Gresser

Jan 17, 2013

Helen A.(Hardison) Gresser, age 90 formerly of Massillon, passed away on Thursday, January 17, 2013 in Naples, Florida. She was born January 12, 1923 in West Franklin, Maine. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and Rosary Altar Confraternity. She was a charter member of Columbian Ladies Guild at the K of C and a...

Steven L. Brownewell

Steven L. Brownewell

Jan 16, 2013

Steven L. Brownewell, age 58 of Lake Cable, passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Aultman Hospital. He was born October 10, 1954, the son of Shirley J. (Darling) and the late Donald A. Brownewell. Steve was a retired engineer for the Division of Safety and Hygiene, Bureau of Workers Compensation after 27 years of service....

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