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Amy O'Harrow - December 07, 1967 - April 17, 2022

Departed: 04/17/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Amy Noel Limbach O'Harrow, 54, On a sunny Easter morning, Amy O'Harrow passed away from ongoing medical complications at the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton, Ohio. Amy is survived by her partner of 14 years Chaz Green; daughter, Sawyer (John) O'Harrow; father, Terry (Shirley) Limbach; and siblings, Teresa (Gary) Tinker and Adam (Amber) Limbach. Amy is preceded in death by her mother Sarah Limbach.   Amy was a 1986 graduate of Jackson High School and was an active member of the high school marching band. She helped run her family’s popular skating rink “The Skatery” in Massillon, Ohio. She attended Kent State University and Malone University where she obtained a bachelor’s degree. She worked with the hearing-impaired at the Massillon Siffrin Group Home taking care of the intellectually disabled. Her entrepreneurial spirit along with her deceased husband Rich O'Harrow ran a typewriter repair service and owned laundromats. Amy’s humor and laughter was contagious to all those around her. Her larger than life presence and spirit will be missed by those who knew her.   Graveside service will be Monday, April 25th, 2pm at North Lawn Cemetery, 4927 Cleveland Ave NW in Canton. Please sign the tribute page.

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Joshua Hazzard - April 17, 1998 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Joshua Hazzard, It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joshua Kyle “Bubba" “Hazzy" Hazzard unexpectedly in the early morning hours of April 8, 2022 at 23 years of age. Joshua was born on April 17th 1998 was known as a devil-may-care young man with an enormous heart, kind, funny and a pure soul by all of his family and many friends. Josh worked at Bessler Auto Parts in Massillon, Ohio as an automotive dismantler, this was his dream job, it made him so happy to do what he loved. Josh always tried to make people laugh and always had a car to talk about. He wanted everyone around him to be happy and laughing and tried to make it happen every day.

Josh was preceded in death by his Grandmother, Ethel “Tess" Weaver; his Grandfather, Hubert “Frenchy” Hazzard; his Father, Francis H. Lilly, his “Aunt Jen" DeSantis and his very dear friend Nicholas Capalingo.

He is survived by his mother, Stacey Garofalo; his Grandfather Michael J. Weaver, his sisters Kristen Garofalo (Josh Miller) and Samantha Lilly; numerous cousins with his two closest that were more like brothers: Nicholas “Nicko” Hazzard and Joshua (Double J) Boggs II, numerous aunts and uncles, with his best friend being his Uncle Joshua Boggs I, who he was named after, and his other best friends Jeffrey Beard and Joey Dennis, and his unborn son. Josh also had so many close friends that were family to him that he loved so very much and were so special to him.

Calling hours for Josh will be Saturday April 16th 2022 at Old First Friends Church, 2130 31st Street NW Canton, Ohio 44709 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with Service directly after, with Pastor Michael Gammill officiating. The family asks that no one wear dress clothes as Josh would have laughed at you for wearing them, but rather wear any car or skateboard shirts or hoodies, jeans and Vans shoes if you have them.

The family asks for hopes, prayers and wishes during this time and that everyone please be cautious on the road and most importantly that you cherish your loved ones every single day as you never know when your last day with someone may be. Live it up for Hazzy but be safe in doing so please. Please sign the tribute page.

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Richard "Skip/Dick" Anthony - July 18, 1941 - April 08, 2022

Departed: 04/08/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Richard (Skip/Dick) Eugene Anthony, age 80, on Friday, April 8th, departed from us into the loving embrace of his heavenly father. Skip was a beloved father, grandfather and friend who loved sports, his family, his firefighter brethren, his church and socializing with his with friends.

Skip proudly served as a Canton City Firefighter Local # 249 for 28 years and was part of the first Ambulance class trained in the city. He enjoyed every moment of his career and as a retiree was on the board of the Police and Fire Retirees of Ohio. Skip’s career also included more than 30 years at the Canton AAA Ohio Auto Club as a dispatcher then later as a manager. He was also a proud military member and served in the Army then the Reserves for six years.

His faith and service were extremely important to him and he was a lifelong member of Church of the Savior then Crossroads United Methodist Church where he served on various boards and committees as well as volunteering his time.

Skip was an avid sports fan and loved to share his love and knowledge of the game through coaching and umpiring; nothing brought him more joy then seeing others succeed. He was a lifelong Cleveland Sports fan, loved Friday Night High School Football games and was a member and supporter of The Pro Football Hall of Fame Luncheon Club.

Preceded in life by his father Clarence, mother Leona, his brother Tommy and beloved wife Gayle (Spicher). Skip is survived by sons, Dave (Jeanne) and Rich (Dawne); daughter Debbie, and grandchildren Chris and Miranda; as well as his loving brothers Ted (Linda) and Ed (Mary); and sisters Vickii (Ron) and Pam (Ike) along with numerous nieces, nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Friday April 15th at Crossroads United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Sunset Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call Thursday April 14th 5:00 – 7:00 at the Arnold Funeral Home 1517 Market Ave. N., Canton, Ohio 44714. The Last Alarm Service will be immediately following the calling hours.

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Betty Oyler - February 11, 1927 - March 28, 2022

Departed: 03/28/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Betty Radebaugh Oyler, 95, of Canton, passed away Monday, March 28, 2022. She was born February 11, 1927 in Canton to the late Paul and Arline Radebaugh. She married Howard R. Oyler November 2, 1946 and retired from the Hoover Company in 1992.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Oyler; a sister Ruth Romie; and son Scott Oyler.

She is survived by son Greg (Laurie) Oyler of Massillon; daughter Karen (David) Nero of Malvern; eight grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and brothers Chuck Radebaugh and David Radebaugh.

The family would like to thank the nurses and aides at The Inn at University Village.

Betty’s final resting place is Forest Hill Cemetery. Arnold Shriver 330-455-0349

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Nancy Doane - December 03, 1932 - March 18, 2022

Departed: 03/18/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Nancy L. Doane was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and Gi-Gi during her 89 years of life.  She has a new body, free of ailments, as she joined her Lord & Savior during the early hours of Friday, March 18, 2022.  She was born in 1932 to John and Nadine Locke.  Her father was a prominent Canton Attorney, meeting Nadine Decker from Canton South and making their home at Lockeridge Farm on Fulton Drive.  Staying in touch with her Locke and Decker families was important to Nancy.

After graduating from Jackson High School, Nancy attended one year of college at the Greenbrier in West Virginia and then The Ohio State University where she was a member of the Tri Delta sorority.  It was there where she met the love of her life, fellow Buckeye Jim Doane, while he was in the ROTC.

After their storybook wedding at Lockeridge, Jim joined the Air Force and Nancy had Deborah, Catherine, and Julie in diapers simultaneously, while moving from base to base. The family adventures are too numerous to mention, involving world travel with Nancy as the glue that held the family together.

She managed to maintain a social life while keeping up with her girls including but not limited to the Airline Pilots Association Women’s Group, Tri Delta Alumnae, Jackson High School Alumnae, numerous bridge groups and country clubs including Brookside of Canton. Nancy was always active in a local Church wherever Jim’s career would take them. She was long-time member of John Knox Presbyterian Church in Canton and most recently the First Baptist Church of Sarasota.

Preceding Nancy in death is her husband of 58 years, Jim Doane and her beloved daughter Catherine (Joseph).  Surviving her are daughters; Deborah (Steve) Yost and Julie (Tom) Wichert. Son-in-law; Joe (Julie) Joseph. Grandchildren; Janie (Mark) Geis, Daniel (Julia) Yost, Lauren (Aaron) Miller, Zara (Justin) Bowsher-Yost, Kaitlyn (Devin) Kelley, and Benjamin Joseph. Great-grandchildren; Taylor, Jesse, Kendall, Lina, Emmett, Kip, Hovey, Charlotte & Kid. Brother-in-Law; John (Candy) Doane. Nancy will be remembered for her outward and inward beauty. She constantly displayed the love she had for Jesus by her generosity, hospitality, and her radiant joy and humor despite numerous health issues throughout her life.,

The family is grateful to Dr. Arnie and the extraordinary staff at the Glendridge Caroll Center in Sarasota, FL. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 26th at 11 am at Arnold/Spiker Funeral Home 4817 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton OH 44709. Family will receive guests prior to the service from 10-11am.

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Barbara K. Noland - February 23, 1944 - March 12, 2022

Departed: 03/12/2022 (Canton)

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On March 12, 2022, God opened Heaven’s gates and invited my mom to join Him. Barbara Kay Noland nee Gheen passed away from complications of Lewy Body Dementia at the age of 78. She is once again herself and reunited with my Dad. Barbara was born on February 23, 1944 to parents, Delmar Lee Gheen and Lauramae Gheen in Canton, Ohio. She spent many a summer fishing at Rice Lake in Canada and loved the kitchen cupboard and doll crib that her Grandpa Zantene made for her that is still in the family. She met my Dad at a dance at Myers Lake when she was just 16. They got engaged on Christmas of 1961 and were married in September of 1963. Mom was a kind, loving soul that loved her family and many friends fiercely. Nothing brought her more joy than being with those she loved. While we are left to mourn her passing and carry her in our hearts until we meet again, we are so blessed and grateful for being raised by two selfless and beautiful people who taught us how to live by example and took every opportunity to show us love and support without boundaries. Mom loved to bowl at the College Bowl and play cards with her card club comprised of her high school girlfriends in her younger years. She loved to laugh, enjoyed a good party, a trip to Vegas with my dad, or an impromptu trip to Mountaineer or Wheeling Downs and spending time with her loved ones, especially her beloved granddaughters. Her Spanish Rice recipe that was passed down from her mom will be enjoyed by her granddaughters and their families for many years to come. Kaylee and Lindsey will never forget the amazing water park that Grammy and Papa would set up for them in the backyard in the summers! Mom spent yesterday with the things she loves most- Cherry Coke, jellybeans, and her kids.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Noland, her parents, Delmar Lee and Lauramae Gheen, her brothers, Delmar Lee Gheen, Jr. and Jon R. Gheen, her mother in law, Virgie Clark, her brother in law, Jerry Rogers, and dear friends, Carol Mucci and Bob Oster.  She is survived by her loving children, Steve (Dana) Noland, and Wendy (Jeff) Carroll. She is also survived by her beloved granddaughters, Kourtney Ickes (Andrea O’Dea), Lindsey Noland, and Kaylee Carroll. She is survived by sisters in law, Roberta Rogers, Barbara Gheen, and Sharon Gheen, cousins Rodney Everhart, Phyllis (Butch) Barnhart, Cheryl (Ed) Carrick, and Peter Everhart as well as dear friends, Marlene Oster and family and Tana Gerwin. Many thanks to the staff at The Inn at Whitewood Village for the TLC they gave our mom, most especially Kris, Cindy, and Char. You were so special to Mom and we are forever grateful for the “extra” you gave. Per Barb's wishes, there will be no calling hours. Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside burial will be held.

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Joseph J. Sommer - July 09, 1927 - March 07, 2022

Departed: 03/07/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Joseph J. Sommer, age 94, Born July 9, 1927 in Canton, died March 7, 2022 in Aultman Hospital in Canton. Graduated from Canton Lincoln High School in 1945. Served in US Navy from 1945 to 1946 and US Naval Reserve until 1950. Graduated from Kent State University in 1950 and Western Reserve law school in 1952. From 1952 to 1968 he worked in Canton managing the Kauffmann Insurance Agency, practicing law, and deciding workers’ compensation appeals on a state board. He proposed creation of the Stark County Park District and was appointed to its initial board in 1967. He was elected a Stark County Commissioner in 1968. Gov. John Gilligan named him to head the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation in 1971, beginning a long and illustrious career in state government in Columbus. Other positions there included director of the Department of Administrative Services, executive secretary of the House of Representatives, chief of administration in the Auditor of State’s Office, and chief of staff for Gov. Richard Celeste. A 1985 Columbus Monthly magazine feature article about him was titled “The Perfect Public Servant.” Also in 1985 he was appointed to his dream job of director of the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, from which he retired in 1991. Subsequently returning to Stark County, he was on the board of directors for United National Bank and the Muskingham Watershed Conservancy District. And Governors Voinovich, Taft, and Strickland appointed him to natural resources boards, making a total of seven governors who chose him for state positions.

Throughout his life in Stark County and Columbus he generously supported and served in volunteer positions for dozens of nonprofit organizations, many of which focused on the environment and natural resources. He was inducted into Ohio’s Natural Resources Hall of Fame, the Ohio Parks & Recreation Association Hall of Fame, and the Elite Corps of the Ohio Commodores. Among his many awards were the Stark County Board of Park Commissioners’ Lifetime Achievement Award, the Ohio Environmental Council’s Environmental Achievement Award, and the Louis Bromfield Society Award. In 2018 the Stark County Park District opened the Joseph J. and Helen M. Sommer Wildlife Conservation Center at Sippo Lake Park in Massillon. The Canton Lincoln High School Alumni Association gave him its Distinguished Alumnus Award. The Canton Repository included him in its “Stark’s Famous” series in 2016.  His life of service and generosity made him deeply loved and he will be greatly missed by many.

Preceded in death by parents Joseph C. and Hazel (Neider) Sommer, sister Jeanne Eskola, wife of 55 years Helen (Soldatis), and daughter Kathy Rose Sommer. Survived by sons Joseph C. Sommer II of Columbus and John M. Sommer of Carrollton, daughter Carol McShane of Glendale, California, grandchildren Joshua D. Sommer of Canton, Emily (Sommer) Gonyer of Carrollton, JP McShane of Fort Lee, New Jersey, and Shannon McShane Robbins of Los Angeles, California, along with four great-grandchildren and many other relatives.

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Andrew M. "Matt" Owens - October 17, 1959 - February 27, 2022

Departed: 02/27/2022 (Canton)

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William "Bill" J. Raderchak - September 12, 1938 - February 13, 2022

Departed: 02/13/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: William J. Raderchak Jr. “Bill” age 83 of Canton went home to be with the Lord on February 13, 2022, in Windsor Medical Center. He was born on September 12, 1938, in Canton to William J. and Vera (Babeli) Raderchak and graduated from Canton Central Catholic High School and Kent State University. Following graduation, Bill worked in the Special Education field for 5 years and then began a 35-year career at The Hoover Company, retiring as a Senior Quality Control Engineer. Bill enjoyed woodworking, hunting and fishing, as well as reading about history. He was also an avid Ohio State Buckeyes football fan.

He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Judy in 2006 who he spent 45 years with. He is survived by his children Lori (James) Yorkavitz, Jennifer (Lance) Brothers, and Eric (Raquel) Raderchak; grandchildren Michael Yorkavitz, Ava, Carter, and Kyle Brothers, and Jenna and Jillian Raderchak.

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Barbara Nowlin - February 18, 1942 - February 12, 2022

Departed: 02/12/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Barbara Vaughan (nee McCoy) Nowlin, 79 years old died peacefully in her home in North Canton on Saturday, February 12, 2022.

She was born February 18, 1942, to Wirth and Ruthann McCoy in Duluth, MN.

Barbara attended The University of Washington, Gonzaga University and The Pennsylvania State University. She graduated from Penn State with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Music, the first to receive that degree from Penn State as a violinist. After graduation she pursued advanced violin studies in Philadelphia, PA.

During graduate school she was a Lending Officer with a bank in Philadelphia. Afterward she worked with banks in Canton and North Canton as well as a Golf Pro Shop Assistant with country clubs in Pompano Beach, Florida, and The Edgewood Golf Club in North Canton.

She met Jeffrey, her future husband, in Pompano Beach, Florida. They were married on December 20, 1969, and had three children, Michael, Kathleen, and David. Barbara’s most important job was raising her children.

She was an avid golfer, winning the ladies 9-hole championship at Edgewood and the ladies 18-hole handicap championship at Roswell Country Club in Roswell, Georgia. Beyond golf, she had many interests especially her family, traveling, reading, gardening, the arts and music. She was a member of the Canton McDowell Club string quartet and Canton Symphony League.

Her many travels included vacations with Jeff on her beloved Oregon Coast as well extended visits to England, Scotland, Wales, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Mexico, and Morocco.

Barbara is survived by Jeffrey, her husband of 52 years, their sons, Michael and his wife Denette of Cuyahoga Falls, David and his wife Maranda of North Canton, and daughter Kathleen Morrison and her husband Eric of Vermilion, OH. She has eight grandchildren Madeline, Alex, Jenna, Lindsey, Elaine Grace, Ava Grace, and newborn twins Everly and Harper.

Barbara was preceded in death by her mother Ruthann McCoy and parents Wirth and Dorothy McCoy.

There will be a Celebration of Barbara’s Life in the Lobby adjacent to The Guild Hall of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 425 Cleveland Ave SW, Canton, OH on March 3, 2022, from 1-2 PM followed by a Funeral Mass and Inurnment Service officiated by Father Phillip Kunder at 2 PM. As it is the practice of St. Paul’s normal Covid rules regarding the wearing of masks, contact tracing and social distancing will apply. Memorials or donations in Barbara’s name may be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, PO Box 21333, Canton, Ohio 44701-1333

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Mabel Eulalia Hawkins - July 16, 1931 - February 09, 2022

Departed: 02/09/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Eulalia Hawkins, age 90, of North Canton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday February 9, 2022. She was born in Red Boiling Spring, TN on July 16, 1931 to the late Harlan and Orlena (Powell) Bilbrey. She moved to Hartville to work and eloped with Willie Hawkins who was also from Tennessee. Eulalia loved spending time with her family, friends and pets. She enjoyed reading, line dancing and collecting antiques. An avid gardener, Eulalia was a member of the Hartville Garden Club.

Preceded in death by her husband Willie Hawkins in 2000; siblings Marion Frey, Harlan (Rose) Bilbrey II, James (Patricia) Bilbrey, Marilyn (David) Reed and William “Pat” Bilbrey.

She is survived by her siblings Stephen (Alice) Bilbrey, Diane (Bill) Tessmer, Carolyn (Bill) Anstine; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

A graveside service will be Wednesday Feb 16th at 2:30 PM at North Lawn Cemetery. Final farewell is 1:30-2:30 PM at Arnold Shriver Funeral Home, Cleveland Ave. Arnold 330-877-9364

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Nancy A. Bartchy - March 06, 1934 - February 03, 2022

Departed: 02/03/2022 (Canton)

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Italia Mimosa DeMatteis - July 29, 1932 - January 30, 2022

Departed: 01/30/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Italia  Mimosa DeMatteis, age 89, of Canton, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022. Born in Villa San Tangelo, Italy to the late Joseph and Domenica Mimosa.  Italia was a loving mother and grandmother who will be truly missed.  She loved and enjoyed cooking her homemade Italian dinners and spending endless time crocheting hats and scarves. In addition to her parents Italia was preceded in death by sisters, Adelina Nardis and Filomena Aliberti, brother, Angelo Mimosa. Survivors include children, Clara DeMatteis, Mimi Dematteis Bird (Brian), Lori DeMatteis Sinnet (Ted), Ada DeMatteis Henke, Bob DeMatteis (Angela); 13 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00am Monday, February 7th at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church with Fr. Benson Okpara as celebrant. Entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum. Family and friends may call 9:00am to 10:00am Monday in the Arnold & Spiker-Foster-Shriver Funeral Home 4817 Cleveland Avenue N.W. Procession will form at the church.

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Samuel D. Gordon - March 27, 1924 - January 26, 2022

Departed: 01/26/2022 (Canton)

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Ronald E. Rankin - January 29, 1939 - January 16, 2022

Departed: 01/16/2022 (Canton)

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Margaret "Peg" L. Miller - December 29, 1926 - January 12, 2022

Departed: 01/12/2022 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Margaret “Peg” L. Miller, age 95 of Canton, passed away January 12, 2022, Born in Bolivar, Ohio to the late William and Margaret (Becher) Cushing, she was an active member of the Canton community most of her life.  Peg was a writer and photographer for the Canton Repository from 1944-1955, Recreation Director for the Canton, YWCA 1966-1973, became the co-owner and manager of Gymnastics of Ohio Inc. in 1973-1978, was president of the Players Guild Theatre 1970-1971 and then voted honorary life member in 1972.  She was on the Board of Trustees of the Cultural Center for the Arts 1970-1973, manager of North Canton Park Centre Indoor Tennis Club 1974-1981, and founder and player of Canton Women’s Team Golf 1989-2010.  In 1992 she founded Stark County Women’s Amateur Golf Association (SCWAGA) and served as president 1993-2003. Peg was Tam O’Shanter Golf Course Women’s Golf Champion 1989-1990, 1991-1992 and 1996-1997 and women’s golf champion and president of Sandridge Golf Course, Vero Beach, Florida 1993-1996. In 2011 she was inducted into Stark County Golf Hall of Fame and in 1996 Peg was a Hall of Fame Inductee of the Greater Stark County Tennis Association. She was also a member of Vero Beach Museum of Art and Vero Beach Art Club.  Peg enjoyed painting with watercolor and acrylics as well as selling her original paintings, note cards and prints. Peg was author, illustrator and publisher of a children’s book, A Dog’s Story.

Peg is survived by her sons, William S. Miller (Jennifer) of Cincinnati, OH and Doyle G. Miller (Dana) of Canton, OH; granddaughters, Dr. Lindsay Miller (John) of Berkley, CA, Dr. Karly Miller of Santa Barbara, CA, Ariel Miller of Cincinnati, OH and Mrs. Chelsea Miller-Lyell (Alex) of Toledo, OH; step granddaughters, Kim Ziebold and Ashley Judy of Cincinnati, OH; niece, Joji Goto of Boston, MA; nephew, Kai Goto of Providence, RI; cousins, Thomas Cushing of Carrollton, OH, Paul and Tim Cushing of Chicago, IL, Dr. William D. Becher of Ann Arbor, MI and Great Grand Daughter Audrey Edmiston of Berkley, CA.

Services were private for the family. Please sign the tribute page.

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Donna Lee Zelmer - August 18, 1930 - December 17, 2021

Departed: 12/17/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Donna Zelmer, age 91, passed away December 17th at Aultman Compassionate Care Center, after a brief battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years Robert Zelmer.  Born August 18, 1930 in Canton, Ohio to Howard Neel and Margaret Neel(Misch) she graduated valedictorian from Timken High School in 1948  and Mount Union University in 1952.  She had a fulfilling career as a teacher at Canton South and McKinley High Schools.  She has been a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church for over 40 years and a member Canton College Club and PEO international

She is the mother of four children Mark, Laurie, Erich(Lisa) and Jeff(Brandon) and six grandchildren.  She is sister to Patricia Linz (Howard (deceased)) and Nancy Zelmer (Edward).

Calling Hours will be held Tuesday, December  21st from 4-7pm at the Arnold Spiker-Foster Funeral Home, 4817 Cleveland Avenue NW. (masks requested) Private Funeral Service conducted by Rev. Eli Klingensmith will be held Wednesday followed by internment at Forest Hill Cemetery. Arnold Shriver 330-455-0349 www.arnoldfuneralhome.com

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Linda Stout - May 18, 1942 - December 16, 2021

Departed: 12/16/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Linda Stout, age 79, passed away Thursday afternoon. She was born in Canton to the late Grant and Sue Heisler. In addition to her parents Linda was preceded in death by brother, Rex Heisler, sisters, Sandra Bracken and Vera Heisler. Linda is survived by children, Kathryn Gibson, Cindy (Don) Treadaway, Bryan (Diana) Smith and Mark (Lisa) Smith; 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; and Sister, Bette Smith. Funeral service will be 11am Monday in the Trinity United Methodist Church 3757 Lincoln Way East, Massillon. Friends may call 4-6 Sunday in the Arnold & Spiker-Foster-Shriver Funeral Home 4817 Cleveland Ave. NW. Interment will be in Melscheimer Cemetery. Please sign the tribute page.

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Louise Gilmore Gibbs - July 09, 1932 - December 15, 2021

Departed: 12/15/2021 (Canton)

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Florence Wrocklage - August 16, 1932 - December 14, 2021

Departed: 12/14/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Florence Wrocklage, age 89, passed away on December 14, 2021, with her family by her side. She was born August 16, 1932 in Portsmouth, Ohio to John Alden and Marvel (Galford) Staker. Following graduation from Portsmouth High School she earned her bachelor’s degree from Wittenburg University and earned her law degree from the University of Wisconsin. While she was in Wisconsin she met her husband, Paul whom she celebrated 63 years until his passing in 2020. Florence became a Librarian at the Akron Public Library. Florence loved to garden, canned vegetables, loved to quilt and sew. She also spent time volunteering through the Meals on Wheels program and was a transcriber for braille.

She is preceded in death by her husband Paul and her son Clayton. She is survived by her daughters Laura (Russ) Flesher, Jenifer (Doug) Lostoski, and Alison (Ron) Schwaben; grandchildren Nicolas and Natasha Flesher, Matthew (Elizabeth), Michael, and Dr. Andrew Lostoski, and Amanda, Nicole, and Danielle Schwaben.

Services are private for the family with a final resting place in North Lawn Cemetery in Canton, Ohio.

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William "Bill" C. Hogen - August 17, 1956 - November 28, 2021

Departed: 11/28/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: William “Bill” C. Hogen, age 65 of Canton passed away on November 28, 2021. He was born on August 17, 1956, to Ralph and Martha Joann (Stewart) Hogen. Following graduation from high school he enlisted in the Air Force where he served for 30 years. While serving, he was stationed across the world including Kuwait, Qatar, and South Korea. Bill was a tactical aircraft maintenance technician and worked on F4s to C130 Aircraft. Following his career with the Air Force, Bill spent time and retired with UPS Freight. He was member of the NC VFW; he was also an avid reader.

Bill is preceded in death by his daughter Stephanie Weber. He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Lynne; grandchildren Cody, Mya, Evan, and Luke; siblings Nancy Perault and Vance (Paulette) Hogen.

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Arla Jean Escott - September 05, 1933 - November 17, 2021

Departed: 11/17/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Arla Jean Escott, age 88, of Canton, Ohio went to her heavenly home on November 17, 2021. She was born September 5, 1933 in Hanoverton, Ohio to Spencer and Mabel (Arter) Sanor and was one of 12 children. She graduated from Randolph High School and dedicated most of her life to raising her 4 children. She enjoyed being outside, gardening, and being with her entire family.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred and sons Mark and Dale. She is survived by her daughters Lori (Eric) Bratcher and Cheryl Escott Levinsky; 9 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be 10-11am on Monday, November 22 at Simpson United Methodist Church, the funeral will begin at 11am at the Church. Final resting place is Sunset Hills Burial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Akron Children's Hospital or the Ronald McDonald House in Akron.

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Charles A. Morgan, Jr. - February 25, 1921 - November 07, 2021

Departed: 11/07/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Charles A. Morgan, Jr., “Ed,” former Canton attorney, resident of The Danbury of Massillon, passed away on November 7, 2021. He was 100 ½ years old. Charles (“Ed”) lived a full life, and will be greatly missed by his family and a wide range of colleagues and acquaintances. He was a kind and generous man, always with an optimistic outlook.  He worked himself through school by sailing on the JAMES C. WALLACE with the Interlake Steamship Company on the Great Lakes and with the Reiss Steamship Company aboard the STR PETER REISS. Mr. Morgan was a native of Shaker Heights, Ohio, and a graduate of Case Western Reserve University. As an undergraduate, he was Student Body President. In 1940, he joined the 107th Cavalry (Equine) in Shaker Lakes, Ohio.  When faced with the replacement of his horse with a motorcycle, Ed enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and earned his wings at the Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, Texas. He went on to serve as a Captain in the Marine Corps in the South Pacific Theatre where he was a squadron leader with VMSB 241 in Dauntless SBD-2s during World War II. For his efforts there, he received 7 Air Medals and 2 Distinguished Flying Crosses as a dive bomber pilot fighting to thwart the Japanese invasion.

After the war, he returned to Ohio and earned his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Michigan School of Law. Subsequently, in the practice of law, he served as a labor mediator and arbitrator, primarily in Ohio, with Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs (formerly Amerman Burt & Jones). In his later years, he traveled frequently to Michigan, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania, and was known for his calm reasoning and resolution skills amid heated and contentious negotiations between labor and management.  He practiced law from 1948 until 2006.

Ed was an avid outdoorsman, notably, a power boater and sailor. He was a life member of the US Power Squadron, where he taught classes in safety and navigation and member of Atwood Yacht Club, where he served as commodore in 1980. in Sherrodsville, Ohio.  In his early days as a lawyer, he taught night school at William McKinley School of Law in Canton, where one of his students was former Congressman Ralph Regula.

Ed served on the Board of Directors for numerous organizations, including the Deuble Foundation and Aultman Hospital.

Ed traveled extensively with his family and was especially fond of Spain and Argentina. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Adams (Polly) Paige Morgan, who passed away in 2010, to whom he had been married for 67 years., also preceded by his sister, Mary K. Noland. He is survived by his children, Brian (Christy) Morgan of Massillon, OH, Megan Morgan (Craig Fischer), of Takoma Park, MD; four grandchildren, Shawn and Heidi Morgan and Lincoln (Ashley) and Lillian Fischer; and two great-granddaughters, Aya Johnson and Alessandra Morgan.

An Episcopal Mass of Christian Burial will be said at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Monday, November 15, 2021, at 12 noon, with Father Philip Kunder officiating.  Family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. Inurnment will be private following the service in North Lawn Cemetery. Mask and social distancing will be observed.

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Ruby Mae Bair - May 17, 1931 - October 27, 2021

Departed: 10/27/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Ruby Mae Bair, age 90, of Canton, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday October 27, 2021. She was born in Louisville on May 17, 1931 to the late Arthur and Katherine (Schaefer) Kandel. She graduated from Middlebranch High School, trained in stenography and bookkeeping and upon graduation was employed as a secretary at the Hoover Company. She married Ronald M. Bair of Middlebranch, Ohio June 7, 1951. They worked and farmed for over 70 years. Ruby worked as a secretary for the Hartville United Church of Christ, Walsh College, and others. She and her husband are long time members of St. Jacobs Community Church in Cairo where she was treasurer for many years. She devoted her time and services to the churches that she attended over the years and was well loved by family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Ruby is survived by her husband of 70 years Ronald; son Jeff; daughter Susan Nichols; grandchildren Brittany (Bret) Burch, Brandon (Shelby) Nichols; great-grandchildren Anavey, Nevaeh, Madilyn, Brody and Brianna. Preceded in death by son-in-law Gary Nichols; 2 brothers Virgil and Paul Kandel; and 3 sisters Helen Sweany, Freida Thrash and Corrine Byder.

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Jane O'Leary Hines - December 05, 1932 - October 19, 2021

Departed: 10/19/2021 (Canton)

Obituary Preview: Jane O’Leary Hines, age 88, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 19, 2021 in Pleasant Grove, Utah. Jane passed away quietly with her husband at her side. Jane and Skip had been married 48 years.

Born Jane Mary O’Leary Dec 5, 1932 in Canton, Ohio, she was the daughter of Jean McConkey (O’Leary) Ake and Joseph James O’Leary. She grew up an only child, meeting her half-brothers as a young adult.  Joe, Tom, Tony and John O’Leary were a joy to her. After a 75 year search, she found and joyfully connected with her half-brother Michael Merrill.

Jane graduated from Lehman High School in 1950 and went to St Vincent Charity Hospital School of Nursing. She left before completing her degree to marry and begin her family. She returned to school, graduating from Florida Atlantic University in 1967 with a degree in education and became a reading specialist.

She married Hilton (Skip) Hines in 1973. They lived in Brecksville, Ohio, Naperville, Illinois, Glen Mills, Pennsylvania and chose Hendersonville, North Carolina for retirement. They recently moved to Utah to be with family.

Jane had a warm heart, a rollicking sense of humor, was an amazing story teller, loved to sing in the church choir, she had a special penchant for including those who were alone, embraced those around her and had an innate ability to encourage the best and foster faith in those close to her.

She will be dearly missed by her husband Skip, her children Mary (Hershman) Stone, Melanie (Hershman) Niedfeldt and her husband Jonathan, Rick Hershman, Mark Hines and his wife Marianne, Margaret (Hines) Carlson, her fifteen grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and her brothers Joe O’Leary, Tom O’Leary, Tony O’Leary, John O’Leary, and Michael Merrill.

Visitation will be 12:30 – 1:00 PM on October 27, 2021 at the Arnold Funeral Home at 4817 Cleveland Ave NW. Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM with Pastor Michael Wallace officiating. Final resting place is North Lawn Cemetery.

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