Obituaries

Sep 6, 2023

HELEN M. BROWN

Helen M. Brown passed away peacefully at home in Massillon, Ohio, September 6, 2023, surrounded by family members. She was born in Canton, Ohio on October 18, 1936, to her late parents, Pete and Esther (Norcia) Housos.

Preceding Helen in death was her husband, Albert Brown; son, Michael...

Aug 24, 2023

MILDRED DEMCHAK

Mildred Demchak, affectionately known as "Midge," passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 24, 2023, at the age of 98, after a long bout with Alzheimer's. At the time of her death, Midge was a resident of St. Luke's Lutheran Community. Midge was born on May 15, 1925, to John and Agnes...

Aug 24, 2023

THOMAS D. HAMMEN

Thomas D. Hammen, 88, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully early in the morning on August 24. He was born February 14, 1935 in Canton, Ohio to his late parents, Clarence and Mildred (Keatly) Hammen and preceding Thomas in death were brothers, Robert and Jack.

A lifelong...

Aug 15, 2023

CAROL L. EVANS

Carol L. Evans, age 81, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully, in her home, in the early morning of August 15, 2023. Carol was born in Canton, Ohio on April 10, 1942, to Harry and Mildred Wackerly. She and her husband, Dan Evans, owned and operated a successful family...

Aug 8, 2023

MITCHELL R. DAVIS

Mitchell R. Davis passed away August 8, 2023 at his home. He was only 67 years old. His family is deeply saddened by his passing. He leaves a trail of beautiful memories to those whose lives he touched.

He was born January 12, 1956 in Canton, Ohio to his late...

Aug 7, 2023

JANET L. BURNHOUSE

Janet L. (DeRoche) Burnhouse, age 72, went home to be with the Lord on August 7, 2023, at her home, surrounded by family.

She was born in Canton, Ohio and has lived there her entire life. She loved music, decorating her house in country, and taking...

Aug 5, 2023

DORIS E. PERTL

Doris E. Pertl, 95, of Canton passed away on August 5, peacefully, at her home. She was born in Canton, Ohio on November 28, 1927 to parents, Richard and Thecla (Conrad) Gellenbeck.

Preceded in death by her husband, of 60 years, Joseph Pertl; sister, Rita Sowd; brothers, James...

Aug 4, 2023

LARRY J. DULY

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our beloved husband, father, papa, and brother Larry J. Duly, age 71, who passed away on August 4, 2023 in Canal Fulton. He was born on December 11, 1951 in Perrysburg, Ohio to the late George and Mary Jo Duly and grew...

Jul 31, 2023

ROBERT "Bob" C. KITSON

Robert "Bob" C. Kitson, 88, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 31, 2023. He was born on February 8, 1935 in Canton, Ohio, to Charles and Grace (Bergert) Kitson, who preceded him in death.

Bob's memory will...

Jul 24, 2023

TIMOTHY J. ROMBACH

Timothy J. Rombach entered eternal life, on June 24, 2023. He was born February 5, 1951 in Canton, Ohio, to his parents, Marvin and Beverly (Johnson) Rombach, who preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his sister, Sandra Rombach.

Timothy leaves a trail of...

Jul 24, 2023

SAMUEL J. "SAM" SLIMAN

On July 24, 2023 Samuel J."Sam" Sliman passed away surrounded by his loving family. Sam was born October 12, 1954 in Canton to the late Jennie and Samuel TJ Sliman.

Sam's memory will be cherished by his loving wife of 43 years, Cynthia (Hibbard) Sliman and their...

Jul 23, 2023

GISELA ANNELIESA BUTORAC

On the morning of July 23, 2023, Gisela Anneliesa Butorac passed away peacefully, into her Heavenly home. She was 95. Born in Gumbinnen, Prussia/East Germany, on April 5, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Rudolph and Maria (Pusch) Lojewski.

In addition to her parents,...

Jul 20, 2023

MICHAEL JOHN BLUBAUGH, SR.

On July 20, 2023, Michael John Blubaugh Sr., also known as "Bubba" went to his Heavenly home peacefully, with his loving family by his side. He was born July 22, 1950, in Canton, Ohio, to his late parents, Francis and Doris (Terret) Blubaugh. In addition to his parents, he is preceded...

Jul 17, 2023

Robert D Roush, 82, passed away peacefully Monday July 17th at his home, surrounded by his wife and family, of pancreatic cancer.

Bob was a native and lifelong resident of Canton, OH, the son of the late Ora and Mary (Ferrell) Roush. A graduate of Canton Central Catholic HS, Bob spent a distinguished...

Jul 15, 2023

RICHARD C. WHITMER

Lifelong Canton resident and United States Air Force veteran, Richard C. Whitmer, passed away the morning of July 15, 2023, at his home, with his family by his side. He was born July 12, 1940, to Carl and Ruth (Shisler) Whitmer, who preceded him in death.

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Jul 8, 2023

JOANN MARIAN WILLIAMS

JoAnn Marian Williams, 87, of Canton, Ohio, passed away, July 8, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Canton, September 20, 1935, to the late Joseph Mrozek and Emma (Ridgway) Mrozek. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Beverly Mihai...

Jul 5, 2023

NANCY LOU FRANTZ

Nancy L. Frantz, 86, of North Canton, Ohio and most recently of Alliance, Ohio, passed away, peacefully, on the morning of July 5, 2023. She was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on March 14, 1937, to her late parents, Elva and Cora (Hughes) Crooks. Also, preceding Nancy in death was her husband,...

Jul 5, 2023

JOANNE M. ANDERSON

Our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, Joanne M. Anderson, of Louisville, Ohio, passed away July 5, 2023, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center, three weeks shy of her 88th birthday. She was born in Canton, Ohio on July 26, 1935 to the late Paul and Margaret (Wagener) Harbert. Also preceding her in...

Jul 2, 2023

WILLIAM T. WELCH

Lifelong Canton resident and firefighter, William "Bill" T. Welch, passed away unexpectedly on July 2, 2023, at the age of 68, following a motorcycle accident. He was born February 7, 1955, in Canton, to his late parents, Ervin and Miriam (Trushal) Welch. Together with his parents, he is also preceded in death...

Jun 27, 2023

STEVE WHITMER

Steve Whitmer, age 68, passed away on June 27, 2023, residing in Massillon, Ohio. He was survived by his partner, Tom Hazelip of 37 years; sister, Pam Bester (Gary); brothers, Jeff Whitmer (Sue) and Doug Whitmer (Adam); nephews, Bobby Bester (Nicole), Matthew Whitmer, and Colin Whitmer; niece, Stephanie Benjamin; great-nephews, Nathan Bester and...