Frances M. Kendall
Aug 8, 2021
Frances M. Kendall, age 91, passed away on August 8, 2021. A member of Christ the Servant Parish at Our Lady of Peace Church, Fran was a devoted wife and loving mother who encouraged her children in the Catholic faith, education and close family ties. Born to the late Bertha S. and Leo P. Gulling, Frances attended the former Mount...
Kirstin Heather Zerbe-Tippie
Aug 8, 2021
Kirstin Heather Zerbe-Tippie, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 8, 2021 in her home. She was a loyal, loving, caring mother and grandmother. She was born in Alliance, Ohio on January 20, 1971. She had a love for animals, reading, music, and loved to be with her family. She is survived by her three children, Rachael Tippie, Samantha Tippie and...
James Michael Niamtu
Aug 8, 2021
James Michael Niamtu passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021 surrounded by his family, following a stoic and courageous battle with cancer. Jim attended Lehman High School, received his Bachelor's degree from Kent State University where he graduated Cum Laude and obtained his Masters of Arts In Education from Malone University. Jim taught Social Studies at Towpath Trail High School...
Kenneth P. Frey
Aug 8, 2021
Kenneth P. Frey, 72, passed away on August 8th, 2021. Ken was born in Canton to the late Paul and V. Pauline Frey. A 1966 graduate of Glenwood High School, Ken had a love of music. He was a loyal and loving husband, father and grandfather. We will carry him in our hearts. He is survived by his wife, Mary;...
Janice Lynn Sparks
Aug 7, 2021
Janice Lynn Sparks, age 87, died Saturday. Born in Canton she lived in Massillon most of her life and was a retired crossing guard for the Massillon Police Department. Preceded in death by her husband, Charles Sparks, son, Roger Sparks and daughter, Jackie Lundsford. Survived by her friend, Jack White. Services are private.
Virginia Theresa "Ginny" Thomas
Aug 5, 2021
Virginia (Ginny) Theresa Thomas April 1, 1929 - August 5, 2021 Virginia (Ginny) Theresa Thomas, age 92, was called to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 5, 2021. Ginny was surrounded by her extensive and loving family, who are comforted that her recent pain and suffering have ended. A life-long resident of Canton, Ginny attended St. Paul grade school,...
Terrell L. "Terry" Clarke
Aug 3, 2021
Terrell L. "Terry" Clarke, age 82, died Tuesday, August 3, 2021. He was born in Alliance and lived in North Canton most of his life, 1956 graduate of Alliance High School, was retired from the Hoover Company after 44 years of service, Member of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist, volunteered for North Canton Meals on Wheels (President) and...
Carol A. (Greene) Hedrick
Aug 2, 2021
Carol A. Hedrick (Greene), 74, of Canton, was called home to be with the Lord August 2, 2021, after a brief illness. Carol was born in Canton on June 8, 1947. She was a Lincoln High School and Bowling Green University graduate. She retired from the Canton City School District after serving for 30 years as an elementary school teacher....
Edmund Albert Young
Aug 1, 2021
Edmund Albert Young departed this life to his final resting place on August 1, 2021 after an extended illness. Edmund was born to the late Agatha Middleton and Herman Young on January 28, 1937 in the country of Belize in Belize City. Edmund attended Westley Schools and in adulthood later migrated with his sweetheart Amelia to the United States in...
Phyllis A. Slusser
Aug 1, 2021
Phyllis A. Slusser, age 87, died Sunday. She was born in Marietta and lived in Canton since 1941, 1952 graduate of Lincoln High School and a member of the Canton Garden Club which she was a past president, the Order of The Silver Trefoil, Girl Scouts of America, Independent Order of the Foresters and Dueber United Methodist Church. Preceded in...
Linda L. Lippert
Jul 31, 2021
Linda L. Lippert, age 76, died Saturday. She was a life resident of Canton, 1964 graduate of Lehman High School, was retired from the Hoover Company and was co-founder of Wishes Can Happen. Survived by her brother, Rodney (Nancy) Lippert of Colorado Springs, Colorado and nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday from 9-10 am at the Lamiell Funeral Home...
Catherine "Kitty" (Goff) Seifert
Jul 29, 2021
Catherine "Kitty" (Goff) Seifert, age 96, died Thursday, July 29, 2021. She was born on October 10, 1924 in Canton, Ohio. Kitty was a 1942 graduate of Lehman High School, attended Kent State University, married Emil her husband at Saint Peter Catholic Church in 1948, was employed at Pioneer Foods from 1950-1974 until the plant closed and then became an...
Opal P. Reagan
Jul 25, 2021
Opal P. Reagan, age 94, died Sunday. She was born in Tallmansville, West Virginia and lived in the Canton most of her life. Opal was a member of the Village Baptist Temple where she was a former faithful Sunday school teacher and sang in the choir. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, William Reagan, daughter, Cherrie Eancheff,...
Fred A. Fox, Jr.
Jul 22, 2021
Fred A. Fox, Jr., age 91, died Thursday, July 22, 2021. He was a life resident of Canton, 1947 graduate of Timken Vocational High School and had worked at Oakes Construction and retired from the Knoch Corporation as general superintendent. He was a member of Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Stark County Gem and Mineral Club, Timken High School...
Donald J. Cummins, Ii
Jul 21, 2021
Donald J. Cummins, II, age 50, of Magnolia, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 after a battle with cancer. He was born in Prince William County, Virginia and lived in the Canton area most of his life. He is survived by his daughter EmmaGrace E. Cummins, sons, Donald J. Cummins,...
Margaret R. (Sage) Mullally
Jul 21, 2021
Margaret R. (Sage) Mullally, age 93, died Wednesday, July 21, 2021. She was born on August 20, 1927 in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania to John and Julia Sage. She was a devoted wife and mother always thinking of family and friends ahead of herself. Preceded in death by her husbands, Julius Simon in 1958 and Donald Mullally in 2004 and brother and...
Jean E. Streb
Jul 20, 2021
Jean E. Streb, age 96, died Tuesday. She was a life resident of Canton, member of Saint Paul Catholic Church, Member of Delta Sigma Kappa Sorority, Stark County Women's Auxiliary of Stark Association of Plumbing, Heating and Cooling Contractors, former Eucharistic Minister at Mercy Medical Center, High School CCD teacher at the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist, charter member...
Robert H. Stewart. Sr.
Jul 16, 2021
Robert H. Stewart Sr., age 91, died Friday. Born in Blue Ridge, Georgia, he had lived in Canton most of his life, was retired from the Ford Motor Company, was a member of William McKinley Lodge #431 F&AM and a Korean War Army veteran. Survived by his son, Robert (Jean) Stewart Jr., grandchildren, Robert III, Blossom and Larry Stewart and...
James R. Pearson
Jul 15, 2021
James Robert Pearson (Jim) passed away at the age of 66 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born on November 6, 1954 to the late Clifford and Elsie Pearson in Painesville, Ohio. Jim graduated from Painesville Harvey High School in 1973 and Kent State University in 1978. Jim made Hartville, OH his home...
Todd R. Kirby
Jul 15, 2021
Todd R. Kirby, age 80, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021. He was a life resident of the Canton/North Canton area, 1959 graduate of Glenwood High School, had worked for Kirby Construction and ended his career at United Parcel Service. Todd was a member of the 11th Street Church of God and a former member of Teamsters Local 92. Preceded...
