Mary F. Lamielle
Jul 4, 2019
Mary F. Lamielle, age 76, died Thursday. Born in Cleveland, she had lived in Canton most of her life. She was a retired realtor and a member of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist and the National Association of Realtors. Survived by her daughter, Carie (Tim) Phillips England, sons, Jeffrey and John Phillips, step-sons, David and Robert Lamielle, five...
George M. (Varga) North
Jul 3, 2019
George M. (Varga) North, age 95, passed away Wednesday. Born in Columbus, he had lived in Lisbon, New Garden and Canton. He was the former owner of Northeast Motors, Stark Loan Company, North Properties and was a Realtor with Century 21 in Canton in his retirement. George was a member of Simpson United Methodist Church, William McKinley Lodge #431 F&AM...
Thomas Hayton Butler
Jun 23, 2019
Tom Butler, 89, of Canton, passed away. He was born in Marion, Illinois, to William and Mildred Butler. He was a veteran who served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He was an engineer for the city of Akron for thirty years and retired in 1977. In addition to his parents, Tom is preceded in death...
Diane M. Simpson
Jun 21, 2019
Diane Marie Simpson died peacefully on Friday, June 21, 2019 after a long illness. Born in Hartford, Connecticut to Ellsworth and Annamae Simpson. She was raised in her beloved Bristol, Connecticut alongside of her older brother Alan. In 1969, she graduated from Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island. She enjoyed fulfilling work as an elementary school teacher during her...
John H. “Jack” Vanhorn, Jr.
Jun 15, 2019
John H. "Jack" VanHorn, Jr. Our father, Jack VanHorn, died peacefully in his sleep on June 15, 2019. Jack was born April 28, 1932 in Canton, Ohio, to the late Dr. John H. and Mabel VanHorn. Jack attended Canton McKinley High School, where he was a state champion swimmer, winning first place in both the 100 Breaststroke and the Freestyle...
Joseph B. "Barney" Kistner
Jun 10, 2019
Joseph B. "Barney" Kistner, age 91, died Monday, June 10, 2019. Born in Dayton, he had lived in North Canton since 1968 and was a retired salesman. "Barney" was a member of Saint Paul Catholic Church (North Canton), St. Paul's Men's Club, North Canton YMCA and a World War II Marine Corps veteran. He enjoyed fishing, golf, sports, playing cards,...
Bud R. Quick
Jun 9, 2019
Bud R. Quick, age 79, passed away Sunday morning, June 9, 2019. Born in Walton, West Virginia he had lived in the Akron area most of his life. He was a graduate of Kent State University, earned a Masters from Baldwin Wallace University and retired after 36 years of service from General Tire. Bud was a member of Saint Paul...
Susan E. (Tillitski) Krantz
Jun 8, 2019
Susan E. (Tillitski) Krantz, age 72, died Saturday after a brief illness. She had lived in Canton most of her life, was a 1965 graduate of Hoover High School, graduate of University of Steubenville and worked as a sales and marketing specialist for numerous local companies before finishing her career working in circulation at the North Canton Public Library. Susan...
Beverly “Jill” Pearce Weckel
Jun 2, 2019
Beverly "JILL" Pearce Weckel age 91 passed away peacefully Sunday afternoon June 2, 2019. Jill was born Sept 11th, 1927 in Canton, Ohio to Jean Lennon Pearce & Clay Vernon Pearce. She was a graduate of Lehman High School, Class of "45" On Sept 28, 1950 she married Richard Bruce Weckel. Together they owned The Dog House restaurant and two...
M. Colleen “Cookie” (Kelley) Kempf
Jun 1, 2019
M. Colleen "Cookie" (Kelley) Kempf died peacefully Saturday morning. Born Sept. 7, 1947 in Seattle, WA, to Mary A. Kelley (Fredin) and George E. Kelley. She leaves a brother, G. Patrick (Deborah) of Canton and sister, Frances Wilson of Niceville, FL. Among a host of nieces and nephews, she also leaves a dear friend, Kathleen Kellogg of Canton and numerous...
Angeline Odadzin
Jun 1, 2019
Angeline Odadzin, age 97, died Saturday. Born in Akron, she had lived in Marlboro most of her life. She and her husband were the former owners of Odadzin's Greenhouse in Marlboro. Preceded in death by her husband, Bogdan "Buster" Odadzin. Survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Kathy Odadzin of Canton, grandchildren, Amy Hecky and Christian and Timothy Odadzin...
Marion L Bartee
May 27, 2019
Marion L. Bartee, age 92, went home to be with the Lord on May 27, 2019. She was born on June 12, 1926 in Canton, Ohio. She worked and retired from the Canton Unemployment Office. Held offices in the Eastern Star for many years. Survived by her children, Nancy (Paul) Brooker and family, Sharon (David) Kustos and family and Charles...
Thomas G. Beck
May 22, 2019
Thomas G. Beck, age 83, died Wednesday surrounded by his family. He was a life resident of Canton/North Canton, retired from Timken Research and a member of Saint Paul Catholic Church (North Canton) where he had been active in many ministries. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Preceded in death by his wife, Lois Jo Beck, sisters,...
Kenneth Earl Hardesty
May 22, 2019
Kenneth Earl Hardesty, age 75, died Wednesday, May 22, 2019. He was a life resident of Canton, 1961 graduate of Glenwood High Scholl and retired from the Canton Police Department as a Sergeant after 25 years of service. Ken was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police McKinley Lodge #2 and the North Canton Eagles. His passion in life...
Lucille A. (Nauer) Michel
May 20, 2019
Lucille A. (Nauer) Michel, age 91, died Monday. Born in Monroe County, she had lived in Canton most of her life and had retired after 30+ years as head waitress at the Canton Woman's Club. She was a member of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard W. Michel and brothers, Herman and...
Mary Margaret (Peg) Joliet
May 19, 2019
Mary Margaret (Peg) Joliet, age 89, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, May 19th, surrounded by her loving family. Peg was born in Brockville, Ontario (Canada) on April 3rd 1930. The daughter of Anna Marie and Lyle Kernahan Tompkins, Peg moved to Canton following her marriage to her loving husband of 56 years, Robert L. Joliet who preceded her in death....
James L. Tracy
May 19, 2019
James L. Tracy, age 84, died Sunday after a long illness. He was a life resident of Canton, 1952 graduate of Central Catholic High School, graduate of The Ohio State University, a retired IRS agent after 31 years of service and the owner of James L. Tracy Tax Service. Jim was a member of Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church,...
Shirley Rosenbury Waers
May 18, 2019
Shirley Rosenbury Waers, She was born on March 5, 1945 and died May 18, 2019. Services were private.
Gloria J. Halter
May 18, 2019
Gloria J. Halter, age 83, died Saturday. Born in Stockport, she had lived in Canton most of her life until moving to Rootstown in 2012. She had worked at the Timken Company and was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church. Survived by her children, Tanna Walter, Laura Keller, and Randy, Lane, James and Alvie Halter, 15 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren,...
Viola F. "Gram" Babo
May 18, 2019
Viola F. "Gram" Babo, age 94, died Saturday, May 18, 2019. Born in New Brighton, Pennsylvania, she had lived in Canton since 1994. She was a member of Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church and enjoyed baking, cooking and sewing. Preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Babo in 1998, parents, Paul and Anna Balik, sister, Anna Mae Hardy and...
