Ernest W. Arbuckle, Sr.
Jan 30, 2026
Ernest W. Arbuckle, Sr. age 90, passed away at his home on the evening of January 30, 2026. Born on January 23, 1936 in Canton, Ohio to parents, David and Flossie Arbuckle who precede him in death. Also preceding him in death was his wife, Shirley Arbuckle; son, Ernest W. Arbuckle, Jr.; and brother, Larry Arbuckle. He lived a long,...
Beverly Faye Lorenzo
Jan 30, 2026
Beverly Faye Lorenzo, 86, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. She was born on January 5, 1940, in Columbus, Ohio. She was married to Joseph Lorenzo Jr., who passed away in June of 2000.
She was the daughter of Ralph and Virginia Jones and daughter-in-law to Jose and Leonor Lorenzo all of whom preceded her in death;...
Skip (Bernard G.) Weisent
Jan 30, 2026
Skip (Bernard G.) Weisent of Jackson Township, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, with his wife, Karen by his side. He was born June 3, 1947, to the late Bernard and Dorothea Weisent.
Known by many for his passion of cars and detailing skills, Skip was the owner of Weisent and Associates, a distributor of Malco Products.
He is survived...
Judy Lee (Breno) Ganz
Jan 24, 2026
Judy (Breno) Ganz, 77, passed away peacefully on Jan. 24, 2026, in her home. Born on Feb. 14, 1948, in Elyria, Ohio, Judy lived a life of service marked by dedication to her family, the lives she touched as an educator, and the women she helped overcome alcoholism.
Judy was a proud friend of Bill and Bob, and she celebrated 29...
Kathleen "Jane" Packa
Jan 14, 2026
Kathleen “Jane” Packa
October 18, 1930 – January 14, 2026
Kathleen “Jane” or “Kate” Packa, 95, went home to be with the Lord on January 14, 2026, after a life well-lived and full of love, service, and faith.
Born on October 18, 1930, to Clifton and Hazel Patterson, both deceased, Jane was one of eight children. She was preceded in death by her...
Barbara C. Vasbinder
Jan 13, 2026
Barbara Burt Vasbinder, 83, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She was born on June 3, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio to the late Benjamin Russell Burt and Mary Elizabeth Balough.
Barbara was a devoted educator, earning her B.S. in Education from Ohio State University where she was a member of Kappa Alpha Theta, and a...
Marie E. Gang
Jan 3, 2026
Marie E. Gang passed away on January 3, 2026 surrounded by the love she spent her life so freely giving. She was 89 years old. Born on April 9, 1936 in Canton, Ohio, she lived a long, full life marked by generosity, faith, and a fierce devotion to the people she loved.
To know her was to feel welcomed and supported...
Paul D. Prosser
Jan 3, 2026
Paul D. Prosser, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 19, 1947 in Dover, Ohio, he lived a life filled with devotion, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys. Affectionately, Paul was known to family and friends as “Dave.”
A lifelong NASCAR enthusiast, Paul could often be...
Edward L Mathein, Jr.
Jan 3, 2026
Edward L. Mathein, Jr. passed away on January 3, 2026. He was born on July 21, 1933 and was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He lived a life defined by courage, service, and devotion to others. As a proud veteran of the Korean War, he served his country with honor and integrity, embodying the values of duty and...
James R. DeGregory
Dec 31, 2025
James R. DeGregory
Passed away surrounded by family, peacefully December 31, 2025, at 10:57 am.
“ The two most important days in your life are the day you were born and the day you find out why,”--Mark Twain
Jim DeGregory was born in New Castle, PA on June 5th 1932, the first of four children of Louis and Irene DeGregory weighing over 12...
Lavonne Johanning
Dec 30, 2025
Lavonne was born in Canton, OH to Francis and Madonna Johanning on May 2, 1930. Her older brother, Richard Jack, was two years old at the time and he called her “Monnie”. That name remained with her for the rest of her life.
Theirs was a close-knit family, serious and hard-working, but also generous and fun-loving. Monnie cherished family and absolutely...
Janice Kay Hissong
Dec 23, 2025
Janice Kay Hisson, 86, of North Canton, Ohio, passed away on December 23, 2025. She was born in Cambridge City, Indiana on September 26, 1939, daughter of the late Forest Robert and Mary Ellen (Boyer) Leapley.
She was a devoted homemaker whose life was centered around caring for her family and creating a warm, welcoming home. Those who knew her will...
Benny "Sonny" H. Zakaski
Dec 18, 2025
Benny “Sonny” H. Zakaski, 88, of Louisville, born December 16, 1937, left this life peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, December 18, 2025, to continue his eternal walk with God, in His presence. He was married for 58 years to his beloved wife, Mary, who passed away February 8, 2017. He was the father to Michelle, James “Bo,” John,...
Frederick C. Bausher
Dec 18, 2025
Frederick C. “Fred” Bausher, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, surrounded by his family, who he cherished above all else. Born on April 6, 1944, he grew into a man whose life was defined by devotion.
A true outdoorsman is where Fred felt most at home. Whether he was hiking, hunting, casting a line into a lake, or camping, he...
Maria K. Volk
Dec 18, 2025
Maria K. Volk, age 97, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born in Durnholz, Czechoslovakia on November 29, 1928 to Katherine and Phillip Roisl. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Herbert F. Volk and sister, Anna Meixner.
She is survived by her children, Elizabeth, Barbara (Dean...
Josephine Helen Lancia Giacomo
Dec 17, 2025
Josephine Helen Lancia Giacomo born July 10, 1934, passed away peacefully, December 17, 2025. Her parents, Joseph and Marie Lancia were of Italian descent.
She was a 1952 graduate of Timken High School and was married for 55 years to her beloved husband, Ronald Eugene Giacomo, who passed away in 2009. Her only loving and beautiful daughter, Rita Marie Giacomo Cupari,...
Carole A. Szink
Dec 15, 2025
Carole Szink passed away peacefully just shy of her 91st birthday on December 15th, with her husband, David, by her side. Born on January 3, 1935, in Canton, Ohio, Carole lived a life rich in kindness, curiosity, and devotion to family and friends.
She found joy in simple things such as dogs, gardening, travel, dining out, attending church, and finding that...
Charlene (Char) L. (James) Sumser
Dec 5, 2025
Charlene (Char) L. (James) Sumser, age 87, passed away on the morning of December 5, 2025, in Canton, Ohio. She was born on May 30, 1938, to the late Francis and Kathryn (Terrett) James. Also preceding Charlene in death was her husband, James W Sumser on January 1, 2015; sister, Kay James; and brothers, Richard (& Donna) James, Daniel James...
Peter Todd Johnson
Nov 29, 2025
Peter Todd Johnson of Canton, Ohio passed away November 29, 2025 at the age of 60. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 6, 1964 to Charles and Lois (Moses) Johnson, who have preceded him in death.
Peter served in the United States Army. He spent his career as a tool and die maker and was known for his kindness....
Terrence "Terry" Leroy Christy
Nov 25, 2025
Terrence “Terry” Leroy Christy, age 79, left this world on November 25, 2025. Born on March 17, 1946 in Louisville, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert and Dorothy Christy.
Terry graduated from Louisville High School in 1964, and was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was employed by Lavery Chevrolet in Alliance, Ohio since 1989 and...
