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Canton, Ohio and surrounding areas

Kenneth R. Heil

Kenneth R. Heil

Sep 5, 2022

Ken, age 75, a resident of North Canton, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, September 5th, due to complications from a stroke.

He was born July 23, 1947 in Akron, OH to Robert M. and Mable G. (Moore) Heil. Work took him to Spartanburg, SC and West Springfield, MA, returning to Ohio in 1991....

Charles R. Gower

Charles R. Gower

Sep 1, 2022

Charles R. Gower, age 86, died Thursday. Born in Washington Township, PA, he had lived in North Canton since 1988. Charles was a graduate of the University of California in Pennsylvania, a retired teacher from East Canton High School and U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Preceded in death by his wife, Anna Marie Gower, son, Mitchell Gower and several brothers...

Jeffery  Michael Roberts

Jeffery Michael Roberts

Sep 1, 2022

Jeffery Michael Roberts,

Born March 6, 1990, passed away September 1, 2022, from injuries in a house fire. Jeff worked at Case Farms as a Quality Assurance Agent for 10 years. He was an avid gamer, both video games and various card games. Jeff enjoyed rock music and loved his family, friends and animals. He...

John E. Haupt, Iii

John E. Haupt, Iii

Sep 1, 2022

John Egan Haupt, III, passed away on September 1, 2022 after an extended illness. He was born in Canton, Ohio on January 7, 1978. John is survived by, wife, Jeri L. Richard, children, Joseph Haupt and Lillian Haupt, parents, John E. Haupt and Anna Belinda Haupt, siblings, James Haupt (Chelsie), Max Haupt (Lindsay),And Mary Haupt, uncle, James W Haupt...

Staci L. Leopold

Staci L. Leopold

Aug 31, 2022

Staci L Leopold, age 57, born July 29, 1965 passed away August 31, 2022. As a 1983 graduate from St. Thomas Aquinas she has spent her life close to family in Canton. If you knew Staci, you knew how much she enjoyed the seasons changing and dancing. These things never changed through the years and you would often find...

Charlie Redleski

Charlie Redleski

Aug 26, 2022

Charlie Redleski, age 85, died Friday, August 26, 2022 at home of natural causes. He was a lifetime resident of Canton. Born at home on Edwards Ave. During High School he worked at Pure Oil gas station where he met the love of his life Marjorie. He graduated from Timken in 1954. They shared 45 years together and have...

Christopher B. Brewer

Christopher B. Brewer

Aug 25, 2022

Christopher B. Brewer, 50, died Thursday. He was a life resident of Canton, 1991 graduate of Timken High School, member of VFW Post 3747 and a US Army veteran. Chris enjoyed music, playing guitar and the outdoors. Survived by his parents, Maria and James Klein and Bruce Brewer, sister, Whitney Brewer, brother, Tyler (Brittney) Brewer and great grandmother, Marilyn Eckroate....

Philip G. Lago

Philip G. Lago

Aug 20, 2022

Philip G. Lago, age 84 died Saturday. Born in Cleveland, he lived in Canton most of his life, was a 1956 graduate of McKinley High School, retired from LTV Steel and worked until his final retirement for Marcus Corporation. Preceded in death by his wife, Judith Lago and parents, Jose and Lydia Lago. Survived by his sons, Philip "Chip" (Christine)...

Paul V. Tuzzio, Ii

Paul V. Tuzzio, Ii

Aug 20, 2022

Paul V. Tuzzio II, 53, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 20, 2022, while doing what he loved, riding his Harley Davidson with friends. He was a lifetime Canton resident, 1987 graduate of GlenOak High School. Preceded in death by his parents Estelle and Paul Tuzzio I and his beloved dog Bella Donna Marie. He is survived by one sister, Lisa...

Joann M. Geramita

Joann M. Geramita

Aug 20, 2022

JoAnn M. Geramita, age 75 died Saturday, August 20, 2022. Born in Superior, Wisconsin she had lived in Canton since 1995. She was the Owner of Happy Tails and a member of the American Poodle Club. Survived by her husband, Donald Geramita, sons, Martin and James Geramita, granddaughter, Adrianna Geramita and two brothers. Services are private. In lieu of flowers...

Robert L. Joliet

Robert L. Joliet

Aug 19, 2022

Robert L. Joliet, 63, died Friday. He was born in Canton on November 12th 1958. Bob was the creator of Studio Arts & Glass in 1982 along with his wife Wendy. Designer of beautiful stain glass for Churches, corporations and fine homes. As an artist Bob saw life differently, colors are more vibrant, the sky is not just blue it...

Kathryn D. Ihinger

Kathryn D. Ihinger

Aug 19, 2022

Kathryn Delores Ihinger, 89, of Canton Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Friday August 19, 2022. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and loved ones. She was born in Canton, Ohio and graduated from Timken High School. She became a Christian at a young age, faithfully attending church. Her strong faith in the Lord remained...

Franklin L. Nobis

Franklin L. Nobis

Aug 17, 2022

Franklin L. Nobis passed away in his Canton home on August 17, 2022. He was born/raised in Canton, Ohio to Ralph George Nobis Sr. and Helen E. (Bender) Nobis on March 16, 1933. He was also a part time resident of Vero Beach, Florida. He is survived by three daughters, Karen Cook, Linda (Ed) Kuvlesky and Cheryl Larkins, 10 grandchildren...

Kevin M. Watters

Kevin M. Watters

Aug 16, 2022

Kevin Watters, age 56, died on Aug 16th after a brief battle with cancer. He was a son, brother, husband, father, cousin, and uncle. He was a lifelong resident of the Canton area and a graduate of Central Catholic High School in 1984 and an Honor's graduate from Walsh College in 1988. He enjoyed spending time with his family and...

Barbara A. (O'Donnell) Bivenour

Barbara A. (O'Donnell) Bivenour

Aug 15, 2022

Barbara A. (O'Donnell) Bivenour, 96, died Monday, August 15, 2022 The Day of the Assumption of Mary. Born in Cleveland, she lived in Canton most of her life, was a 1943 graduate of Mt. Marie Academy, charter member of Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church where she was a member of the Ladies Guild and the Sociable Seniors. Preceded in...

George H. Baughman

George H. Baughman

Aug 14, 2022

George H. Baughman, 82, died Sunday. He was a life resident of North Canton, retired from East Ohio Gas Company, former owner of George's Mower Service and a member of Saint Paul Catholic Church, McKinley and North Canton Eagles and the Stark County Antique Tractor Club. Preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Baughman, sister, Ann Haas and brother, Lester...

Dorothy Bradley Tavares

Dorothy Bradley Tavares

Aug 14, 2022

Our beloved Dorothy B Tavares native of Canton Ohio age 91 transitioned peacefully August 14th 2022 after a brief illness. She's preceded in death by Lola Mae Bradley (mother) Cicero H Bradley (father) Cephus H Bradley (brother), Leroy J Tavares Sr.(husband), Jim E Martin (son), Lori Jo Grist (daughter). She leaves behind Lillie Mae Smith (sister) Robert L Smith...

Linda L. Fraleigh

Linda L. Fraleigh

Aug 14, 2022

Linda L. Fraleigh passed away Sunday August 14, 2022. She was born in Canton, Ohio on August 6, 1947. She graduated from Glenwood High School in 1965. She became a beautician and later an optician, working at Eisenbrei Plaza Optical. Linda could knit, sew, appliqué and cross stitch. Many crafts became beloved keepsakes for her family and friends. She scuba...

Richard N. Esber, Jr.

Richard N. Esber, Jr.

Aug 13, 2022

Richard Nicholas Esber Jr. (Richie) was born on August 15, 1962 in Canton, Ohio to Richard and Julia (Shaheen) Esber. He was a graduate of Timken High School and The University of Akron. He was a lifelong resident of Canton and the proud and successful owner of Rich Esber Allstate. He was a loving, present, and involved father and grandfather...

Christopher R. Bowling

Christopher R. Bowling

Aug 2, 2022

Christopher R Bowling, AKA Chris, or Bones was born in Canton Ohio January 1st, 1967, and was called to be with all his loved ones who preceded him in joining our creator on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022. He is survived by his mother Susan, his Brother Thomas, Children; Eric Braga, Alanie Wood, Cody, Catie, and Chris Hastings. His passing leaves...

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