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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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