Joseph Niamtu, Jr.
Dec 15, 2021
Joseph Niamtu, Jr, passed away on December 15, 2021 following a brief illness. Joe was a first-generation American, the only son of Romanian immigrants Joseph and Elena Niamtu. He was always proud of his heritage. Born on July 7th, 1924, Joe grew up during the Great Depression. As one of the dwindling members of THE GREATEST GENERATION, he served his...
Robert D. Powell
Dec 10, 2021
Robert D. "Bob" Powell, age 69 of Uniontown, OH passed away on Friday, December 10th 2021. He was born in Toledo, OH on November 6th 1952. Bob was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Shortly after graduating from DeVilbiss High School, he began working for Champion Spark Plug, followed by many years with New Mather Metals. After retiring, he and...
Diane Susan Miller
Dec 8, 2021
Diane Susan Miller, 70, of Canton, passed away on December 8, 2021 at Mercy Hospital. She was born on June 18, 1951 in Canton, Ohio. Diane graduated from Oakwood High School in 1969, then went on to earn her degree in Music Education from The University of Akron. Diane taught elementary music at Canton City Schools, where she enjoyed teaching...
James F. "Jim" Weber
Dec 7, 2021
James F. "Jim" Weber, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, coach and friend passed away on December 7, 2021. He was 87. A graduate of Canton Central Catholic High School and the University of Notre Dame, he worked at The Repository for 42 years. He served as a news and sports reporter, copy editor, city editor and editor-at-large while raising...
Daniel W. Runyon
Dec 4, 2021
Daniel W. Runyon, age 72, died December 4, 2021. He attended Trinity Gospel Temple. He was a sweet and gentle soul to Me. Survived by his wife of 21 years, Patricia Howell Runyon, sisters, Ruth Watson and Carolyn Vance, stepdaughters Rose Michelle North Fletcher(Steve Fletcher) and Kathy Dowler, ( Mark), grandchildren, Michael Fletcher Brittany Fletcher, and Joshua Fletcher, great-grandchildren: Karon...
Glenna J. Trent
Dec 2, 2021
Glenna J. Trent, 90 died Thursday. Born in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania she had lived in Canton most of her life and was member of Central Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Trent, daughter, Mary Alice Jacoby, sister, Beatrice Trent and brother, Floyd Baer. Survive by her daughter, Katy (Eugene) Holder, son, Lewis (Kathy) Trent Jr, six grandchildren and...
Carolann Sick
Dec 1, 2021
Carolann Sick, age 84 died Wednesday. Born in Cleveland, she had lived in Canton and Delaware, Ohio moving back to Canton in 2011. She had been a volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert B. Sick, son, Donald Sick, sister, Doris Krause and brothers, William and Donald Lehmann. Survived by her daughters and sons-in-law, Loralee...
William E. Hodapp, Jr.
Nov 29, 2021
William E. Hodapp, Jr., 68, died Monday. He was a life resident of Canton, 1971 graduate of Oakwood High School, was a salesman for the M. Conley Company and a member of the Louisville Eagles. He loved concerts, boating, fishing and being with friends. Survived by his son, Robert J. Hodapp of Canton, daughter-in-law, Michelle Hodapp of Louisville grandchildren, Magan,...
Reba Keith Moegling
Nov 28, 2021
Reba Keith Moegling passed away peacefully on November 28th at the age of 98. She was born on June 13th, 1923. She was the wife of the late Frank A. Moegling, Jr. for 55 years until his death in 1997. Reba was a lifelong resident of North Canton, a member of St. Paul's Church and a former member of St....
Howard A. Morris
Nov 28, 2021
Howard A. Morris passed away peacefully on Nov 28, 2021at his home following a brief illness. He was born on May 19, 1937 in Clio Alabama to the late Thomas and Bertha Lee Morris. Howard was also affectionately known as "Sleepy" to friends and "Uncle Howard" to all children within the family. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends....
O. Lee Thomas, Jr.
Nov 27, 2021
O. Lee Thomas Jr., 85, died Saturday, November 27, 2021. He was a life resident of Canton, 1955 graduate of Lincoln High School, was the Small Business Coordinator for Adult Education for the Canton City Schools and sold insurance, member of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist and the North Canton Eagles and a U.S. Army veteran. Preceded in...
Darlene Scott Schultz
Nov 23, 2021
Darlene entered the gates of Heaven on November 23, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 18, 1933 to Frank and Evelyn Scott. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband of 25 years, Charles Schultz, son Richard Ray, brothers Richard and Robert Scott, sisters Marjorie Walsh and Kathleen Smith....
Beverly A. Jestel
Nov 21, 2021
Beverly A. Jestel, 89, died Sunday. Born in Louisville she had lived in Massillon most of her life, 1950 graduate of Louisville High School, had worked at Schuman Drug Store for 26 years and was a member of Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her husband, David H. Jestel and sisters, Joyce Heckaman and Mabel Unkefer....
Mary E. Michel
Nov 20, 2021
Mary E. Michel, age 93 of Canton, Ohio, loving mother, grandmother, great-grand mother, and sister, entered into eternal life on Saturday, November 20th, 2021 at Bethany Assisted-Living Facility. She was born November 27, 1927 in Canton, Ohio, the daughter of Raymond and Catherine Frank. Mary was a graduate of North Canton High School and Canton Actual Business College. She worked...
Richard John Tebroski
Nov 18, 2021
Richard John Tebroski, 83, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2021.Richard was born on January 6, 1938 to the late John and Mary (née Serra) Tebroski. Shortly after high school, he joined the United States Air Force where he gained the ranks of Senior Airman. Once honorably discharged, Richard returned to his hometown and shortly thereafter met...
Armetta J. Contrucci
Nov 18, 2021
Armetta J. Contrucci Heaven gained a stylish and spunky angel, Armetta J. "Amy" Gates Contrucci on Thursday, November 18, 2021. She was born on December 23, 1930 to the late Victor Cameron and Abbigail Boord. She was a life-long member of the Canton Baptist Temple. She is also preceded in death by her husband and forever dance partner, Gerald "Jerry"...
Deborah “Debbie” Diane Stauffer
Nov 14, 2021
Deborah "Debbie" Diane Stauffer, age 68, died peacefully November 14th, 2021 surrounded by her loving family at the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital on a beautiful snowy day that Debbie would have loved. Debbie was an amazing woman who loved so deeply. Her laugh was loud and contagious. She had a big heart and a soft spot for animals, especially her...
Arlene L. (Grisez) Fox
Nov 12, 2021
Arlene L. (Grisez) Fox, 83, died Friday. She was a life resident of Canton, 1955 graduate of Central Catholic High School, had worked in the cafeteria at Central Catholic High School, life time member of Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Saint Joan of Arc Food Cupboard and the Hall of Fame Luncheon Club. Survived by her husband, J. Dennis...
June Lamielle
Nov 11, 2021
June Lamielle passed away Thursday, November 11, 2021 at 93 years old. She was born June 14, 1928 in Ward, West Virginia. She lived in the Canton/Massillon area since 1946. June was a lover of Lipton Tea, cats, the occasional glass of wine and her family. Everyone that knew her could feel the immense amount of love she carried in...
Annabelle Ann (Marshall) Mark
Nov 10, 2021
Annabelle (Ann) H. Marshall Mark, age 96, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 with loving family and staff from Canton Christian Home around her. Her death was due to age related illnesses. She had resided at Canton Christian Home since 2012 first in Assisted Living then this past year in nursing care. Annabelle was born December 2, 1924 in...
