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Canton, Ohio and surrounding areas
Amaysa Lee Ann Sams
Jun 19, 2016
Amaysa Lee Ann Sams of Canton who was born on February 1, 2015 passed away Sunday, June 19, 2016. She is survived by her mother, Jessica Affolter, father, Alexander Sams, sister, Peyton Sams, grandparents, Randall and Pamela Affolter, Michelle and Lawrence Kopp Jr., Robert and Mary Sams, great-grandparents, Carolyn Dupler, Francis Affolter, Karleen and John Judge, Carol Anthony, William Sams,...
Virginia Ruth Mcdonagh
Jun 15, 2016
Virginia Ruth McDonagh, age 83, died Wednesday after a long illness. Born and raised in Minerva, lived in Cleveland and moved to Canton in 1962. Virginia graduated Salutatorian in 1951 from Minerva High School and was a graduate of Dyke and Spencerian College in Cleveland. She was a dealer in china matching and collectibles and a member of Saint Michael...
Gerri Burns
Jun 14, 2016
Gerri Burns, age 85, died Tuesday She was a life resident of Canton, retired from the Canton Municipal Court and the Stark County Board of Elections and a member of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist and St. John's Guild. Preceded in death by her husband, Joe Burns, son Ted Burns, sister, Laurene Meilinger and two brothers, Ralph and...
J. Ashley Zufall
Jun 12, 2016
J. Ashley Zufall, age 57, died Sunday of a heart attack. He was a life resident of Canton, 1977 graduate of GlenOak High School and had worked at Taylor Beverage and recently for Big E Trucking. You came into our lives when we needed you, you loved us unconditionally. We will love you the same, forever. Survived by his wife...
George R. Stoffer
Jun 10, 2016
George R. Stoffer, 78, of North Canton passed away June 10, 2016 after a long illness. Born Sept. 5, 1937, in Santa Monica, California, to the late Robert R. and Alice Jane (Belden) Stoffer. He is survived by his wife of 58 years whom he married April 12, 1958, Karin, two sons- George R., Jr. (Annette) of Oregon, and Michael...
Penny L. (Martin) Schmucker
Jun 10, 2016
Penny L. (Martin) Schmucker, age 60, died Friday after a long illness. Life resident of Canton, 1974 Lehman High School graduate, had worked in the family business, Martin's Bakeries and Pastry Shop and a member of Saint Paul Episcopal Church. Survived by her husband, Paul R. Schmucker Jr., son, Paul R. Schmucker III, grandson, Cameron Schmucker all of Canton, sister,...
Robert G. “Bobby” Jacobs
Jun 8, 2016
Robert G. "Bobby" Jacobs, age 42, died Wednesday of cancer. Born in Akron, he was raised in Louisville and lived in New Port Richey, Florida. Bobby was a 1993 graduate of Louisville High School, volunteer fireman with the Fairhope Volunteer Fire Department and in Florida owned B & M Home Improvements of New Port Richey. Survived by his father and...
Kathryn Lucille Gannon
Jun 5, 2016
Kathryn Lucille Gannon, age 85, died Sunday. She was a life resident of Canton, 1948 graduate of Lincoln High School, 1951 graduate of the Mercy School of Nursing and worked as an industrial nurse. She was a member of Saint Peter Catholic Church and the Mercy School of Nursing Alumni Association. Family and friends will meet on Thursday at 10...
Charles F. Myers
May 31, 2016
Charles F. Myers, age 70, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday. He was a life resident of Canton, 1964 graduate of Hoover High School, and was a self employed telecommunications installer. Charles was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church, Greentown VFW and a ham radio operator going by "WA8HLW". Survived by three sisters and two brothers-in-law,...
Judith A. (Whitson) Kramer
May 30, 2016
Judith A. (Whitson) Kramer, age 70, of Canton, died Monday after a lengthy illness. She was a 1964 graduate of Louisville High School and baked cakes for many years for all occasions. She was a member of Little Flower Catholic Church. Judy was talented and giving person. Survived by her husband of almost 50 years, Richard Kramer, daughter, Debbie Kramer...
Tom Krammes
May 29, 2016
Tom Krammes, 67, died suddenly on May 29, 2016 from heart failure. He leaves behind his brother, Jim Krammes (Ellen) and sister, Liz Krammes Eynon (Harry). Preceded in death by his mother, Clara (Stacy) Krammes and father, Don Krammes. Tom's greatest loves were his family, faith, his music, the Navy and Heidelberg University in Tiffin, OH. After active duty in...
Tami Jean Malloy
May 26, 2016
Tami Jean Malloy, age 54, of Akron, died Thursday after a lengthy illness. Born in Youngstown, she lived in Canton most of her life, 1977 graduate of Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, earned an associate degree and worked in the health care field. Survived by three children, Falice Oglesby of Louisiana, Tamara Fisher and Eric Barrino both of Akron, sister,...
Philip J. Anderson
May 23, 2016
Philip J. Anderson, age 96, died Monday. Born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, he had lived in Canton most of his life, 1938 graduate of Saint John High School, worked at Thurin's and retired from Fisher Foods, member of the Basilica of Saint John the Baptist and was a World War II Army veteran. Phil was an avid reader and music...
Mildred Cap
May 21, 2016
Mildred Cap, age 93, died Saturday, May 21, 2016. She was a retired instructor at the National Beauty College. Preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Anna Cap, four sisters and two brothers. Survived by nieces and nephews. Services were private.
Paul Harold Kohl
May 21, 2016
Paul Harold Kohl, age 77, passed away Saturday after a lengthy battle with illnesses. He was a life resident of the Massillon/Canton area, had worked at Perry Rubber, Kraft Foods, retired from the Ohio Department of Liquor Control and then in retirement worked at Heggy's Nut Shop. Paul was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Spanish American Men's Club...
Ethel P. (Ford) Stout
May 18, 2016
Ethel P. (Ford) Stout, age 85, died Wednesday after a brief illness. She was a life resident of the Canton, 1948 graduate of Lincoln High School, had worked at W.T. Grant Company and retired from Stambaugh's. Ethel enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles and bingo. Survived by a sons, Randy (Joanne) Stout of North Canton and David (Nicole) Stout of Greenville, Ohio,...
Rita M. (Crock) Schneider
May 16, 2016
Rita M. (Crock) Schneider, age 94, died Monday. She was a life resident of the North Canton/Louisville area, 1941 graduate of Louisville High School, retired from Stern and Manns, member of Saint Paul Catholic Church (North Canton) and Saint Paul Altar and Rosary Society and an avid Cleveland Indians fan and card player. Preceded in death by her husband, Herman...
Patricia Ann (Warth) Beck
May 13, 2016
Patricia Ann (Warth) Beck, age 87, died Friday in her home. She was born in Massillon, 1946 graduate of Washington High School, 1950 graduate of the Mercy School of Nursing, retired from Timken Mercy Hospital (1980), and a member of Saint Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Saint Joan of Arc Altar and Rosary Society, Mercy School of Nursing Alumni Association...
Sophie Patton
May 10, 2016
Sophie Patton entered into eternal life on May 10, 2016, and was laid to rest by her loving nephews, Michael (Karen), Gregory (Nancy), Joseph (Karla), John (Debbie) and Gerald (Carolyn) and 12 great nieces and nephews who are her survivors. Private burial was in Forest Hill Cemetery. Bless those who cared in my final days. Memory Eternal.
Sophie Patton
May 10, 2016
Sophie Patton entered into eternal life on May 10, 2016, and was laid to rest by her loving nephews, Michael (Karen), Gregory (Nancy), Joseph (Karla), John (Debbie) and Gerald (Carolyn) and 12 great nieces and nephews who are her survivors. Private burial was in Forest Hill Cemetery. Bless those who cared in my final days. Memory Eternal. Visitation: Tuesday, May...
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