Michael J. Lokie, Sr.

Michael J. Lokie Sr., age 75 was born in Canton, Ohio, and passed away peacefully on February 18, 2022. He worked most of his life in the computer programming field and finished his career as a postal carrier. He was a lifelong member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Canton, where he sang in the choir for 25 years. He is survived by his wife Marilyn (Harple) of 51 years; daughters Amy (Dan) Kozma of Canton and Kathy (Brian) Boughner of Kennesaw, GA; son Michael Jr. (Tiffany) Lokie of Jackson Township; grandchildren Joshua, Hannah & Logan Kozma, Emily & Robert Boughner, and Quinn & Elliana Lokie; preceded in death by his granddaughter Julia May Lokie. Big Mike enjoyed fishing, boating, and camping with his family and friends. He loved having family gatherings and watching his grandchildren grow up. He was a strong-willed man with a tender heart who will be missed dearly. The family will receive friends from 5 – 8 pm on Friday, February 25 at Lamiell Funeral Home, 1353 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, Ohio 44703. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on Saturday, February 26 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Canton with Father Edward Beneleit as celebrant. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, 3469 Lincoln Way E, Massillon, Ohio 44646. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to God's Tiny Angels, P.O. Box 1082, Massillon, OH 44648. www.godstinyangels.org