Rodney L. Bricker
Feb 24, 2021
Rodney L. Bricker, age 74, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 after a long illness. He was a life resident of the Canton, area, 1964 graduate of Perry High School and retired in 2005 from the Hoover Company as the Director of National Sales Training after 38 years. Survived by his wife, Jean Ann "Jan" (Namey) Bricker, daughter, Marcy...
Carole L. Smith
Feb 22, 2021
Carole L. Smith passed away peacefully February 22, 2021 at the age of 65. Preceded in death by Paul Smith (father), David Smith(brother), Patricia Sam's (sister), Timothy Smith(son). Survived by her mother Martha Smith, Significant other Charles Johnson, Son's Brad Smith, Thomas Smith, Todd Smith, two stepson's Cedric & Ivory. 10 wonderful grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Brother Paul Smith,...
Margaret Ann (Nicholas) Milnes
Feb 21, 2021
Margaret Ann (Nicholas) Milnes 85, of Canton passed away peacefully at home with family on Sunday, February 21, 2021. Margaret was born in Canton, OH to Donald and Edna Nicholas. A 1953 graduate of Lehman High School. She was a stay-at- home Mom until her children were older. She went to work in the oil and gas industry in an...
Ronald L. Frank
Feb 16, 2021
Ronald L. Frank, age 83 died Tuesday. He was a life resident of Canton until moving to Delray Beach, Florida in 1984. Ron was a retired property manager and a member of the Train Collectors of America, Lionel Collectors Club of America and the Pines of Delray Homeowners Association. Preceded in death by his wife, Janice Frank in 2003, son,...
John B. Calhoun
Feb 15, 2021
John B. Calhoun, age 84, died Monday, February 14, 2021. He was a life resident of Canton, McKinley High School graduate and retired as a Master Chief Petty officer from the U.S. Navy and then worked and retired from the Canton City Schools. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Nancy (Hall) Calhoun, sons, John (Toni) Calhoun Jr. of San...
Michael Francis Streb
Feb 8, 2021
Michael Francis Streb, age 71, of Plain Township, died Monday, February 8, 2021, in Port Huron, Michigan of Covid-19 complications. He was born in Canton, Ohio to Paul and Nancy (O'Rourke) Streb and was the oldest of 4 children. Michael married Christine Smith on July 21, 1979 and they are the parents of 3 children. Mike had a distinguished career...
Alfred H. Tessmer
Feb 7, 2021
Alfred H. Tessmer, born October 28th 1928, died peacefully on Sunday, February 7th at his home. Alfred is preceded in death by his wife, Regena Tessmer. He is survived by his sons Jon (Monica), George (Amy), step daughters Vonnie Lensman, Marty Bourn, and Jo Baugher, as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren. In lieu of Calling Hours, A celebration...
Michael Patrick Hudak
Feb 1, 2021
Michael Patrick Hudak, 83, passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021 in his home after a heroic battle with cancer. Mike is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 62 years, Dolores (Seifert) Hudak with whom he enjoyed dancing the nights away on many ocean cruises. He served in the U.S. Army, was an avid golfer and was...
Kimberly A. (Morrone) Stephenson
Jan 30, 2021
Kimberly A. (Morrone) Stephenson, age 56, died Saturday after a long illness. Born in Mansfield, she lived in Canton most of her life, 1982 graduate of McKinley High School, earned an Associate degree from Walsh University and was a retired director of nursing in home health care. Kimberly was a devoted caregiver. Survived by her daughter, Amber Roessner, stepsons, Steven...
Jacqueline Addessi "Jackie" Hibbard
Jan 28, 2021
Jacqueline Addessi Hibbard "Jackie" died Thursday, January 28. She was preceded in death by Jack, with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. As a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church she served as Eucharistic Minister and took eucharist to the homebound. She was a member of the Ladies Guild and Rosary Altar Society. Jackie was an active alumnae of...
Robert J Welsh
Jan 24, 2021
Robert J. Welsh, age 86, died Sunday, January 24, 2021. He had lived in Canton, Massillon and Florida moving back to Canton in 2015. Robert was a 1952 graduate of Central Catholic High School, graduate of Kent State University a retired teacher and organist and a U.S. Army veteran. Survived by his sister, Cecelia Boylan, brother, Patrick Welsh, close friends,...
William Lee Dancy
Jan 20, 2021
William Lee Dancy passed away January 20, 2021. Bill or Lee as his parents and family called him died at the age of 87. He is survived by the love of his life his wife, Jeanette, married 60 years on November 05, 1960 at St. John the Baptist Church in Canton and two children Michelle and Michael. He, also, leaves...
John H. Proach
Jan 19, 2021
John H Proach Jr Age 97 of Canton Ohio passed away on January 19th after a five week illness. He was born on April 10th, 1923 and is preceded in death by his parents John and Anna Proach, and younger brother Michael. He married Violet Orange on June 23, 1951. The first time John saw Violet was on a city...
Alan J. Castro
Jan 17, 2021
Alan J. Castro went to be with the lord on Sunday, January 17th . He was born on May 14th, 1977 and was the 8th child of 13 kids to Maria and the late Antonio Castro. Alan was loved by all for his infectious smile and ability to make those around him laugh. He worked as a Crew Leader at...
Henry C. Dieringer
Jan 17, 2021
Henry C. Dieringer, 89, of Canton passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021. He was born July 31, 1931 to Cecil and Gladys (Seeton) Dieringer. He was a graduate of McKinley High School. Henry retired from the Timken Company after 33 years and was employed at Sears Service Center for 10 years. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and watching Nascar. He...
Daniel William Miller
Jan 15, 2021
Daniel William Miller, 67, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord on January 15th. He was born August 10, 1953 to the late Henry and Rosanne Miller. Dan was loved by many and was always smiling. He was an active member of First Friends Church where he facilitated many Bible studies and workshops and later attended The Chapel...
Mary Anne Fearon
Jan 12, 2021
Mary Anne Fearon On January 12, 2021 Mary Anne Fearon, loving wife and mother of five children passed away at age 87. Mary Anne was born on January 5, 1934 in Canton, Ohio to John and Mary McArdle. A life long resident of Canton, she was a graduate of St. John's grade school, Central Catholic High School, and Notre Dame...
Rita I. Ganz
Jan 12, 2021
Rita I. Ganz, age 78, died Tuesday, January 12, 2021. She was a life resident of Canton, graduate of Central Catholic High School and the Mercy School of Nursing. She earned a BSN and a MSed from the University of Akron. Rita worked at Mercy Medical Center for 24 years and then retired after 13 years from the Canton City...
Joyce Mcguier
Jan 12, 2021
Joyce McGuier 93, of Canton Ohio went to be with the Lord on January 12, 2021. During these challenging times it was not possible for the entire family to be with her, but the Lord provided a way for some to be by her bedside as she passed. She was a 1945 graduate of Canton McKinley high school. She was...
James V. Reale
Jan 11, 2021
James V. Reale, age 92, died Monday. He was a life resident of Canton, graduate of Lincoln High School, , was retired from Hercules Engine and then worked at ACME Supermarkets retiring in 2010. He was a member of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist and a Korean War Army veteran.. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Kathryn...
