Donald Eugene Okey
May 17, 2026
Donald Eugene Okey, 88, passed away in his home on the morning of Sunday, May 17th, 2026, surrounded with love by his family and friends. He was born on June 17, 1937, in Canton, Ohio.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Cordelia Okey; stepmother: Lena Okey; brother: Robert Okey; and sister: Donna Schmidt.
Survived by his wife of...
Donald L. Bailey
May 17, 2026
Donald “Don” L. Bailey, age 91, of North Canton, passed away on May 17, 2026, surrounded by family. Don was born on February 24, 1935, in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Faber and Florence (nee Lee) Bailey. He graduated from McKinley High School. Don served in the US Navy. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons, and...
Tim Lindsey
May 17, 2026
Tim Lindsey, age 68, of Hartville went home to be with the Lord May 17, 2026 after a long battle with pulmonary fibrosis. He was born in Canton on June 18, 1957, to Herbert and Louise (Freeland) Lindsey and is a graduate of Oakwood High School. Tim spent over 38 years of his career working for Republic Steel and he...
Frederick Gibbs
May 14, 2026
The Reverend Frederick Preyer Gibbs, 89, died Thursday, May 14, in Lynchburg, Virginia. A native of Canton, Ohio, he was a graduate of Lehman High School, The College and William and Mary in Williamsburg, VA, and Princeton Theological Seminary. He did post graduate work at the University at Edinburgh, Scotland.
An ordained Presbyterian minister, Mr. Gibbs served as assistant minister at...
Bryan Brewer
May 13, 2026
Bryan Dewain Brewer, age 55, of Canton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2026. A man of quiet strength and profound skill, Bryan’s life was defined by a legacy of service, a love for his family, and a meticulous eye for the beauty in small things.
Born in Chillicothe and raised in Vinton County, Ohio, Bryan graduated from Vinton County...
Shirley Campbell Carnes
May 11, 2026
Shirley Campbell Carnes passed away on May 11, 2026, at the age of 91.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Thelma and John Paul Campbell, brothers, John and Edward, sisters, Joanne and Evaleen, and one granddaughter.
Shirley is survived by children, Barry (Cindy) Carnes, Jody (Steve) Davala, Sue (Mel) Perdue, Sheri (Rex) Mitchell, and Kim (Randy) Croston, sister, Rose (Steve)...
Ruth Ann Applegate
May 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful transition of Ruth Ann (Inwood) Applegate, 89, of Canton who passed away on Monday, May 11, at Windsor Medical Center in North Canton.
Ann was born and raised in Wilmington, OH, and graduated from Wilmington High School. She was working in a shoe store in Wilmington when she met her future husband,...
Jackie Miller
May 10, 2026
Jacqueline “Jackie” Miller, 93, of Green, passed away on May 10, 2026. She was born on November 30, 1932 in Provo, Utah to the late Carey and Margaret (Berry) Hartzell.
Jackie was a graduate of the former Lehman High School. She was a longtime member of Greensburg United Methodist Church, a member of the Red Hat Society and the Tyler Garden...
Anne Buchman
May 5, 2026
Anne Dougherty Buchman of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, at the age of 102. She was the beloved matriarch of her family, and an inspiration to many. She remained for most of her life in Canton, and was a bottomless source on Canton and family history and lore.
As a child during the Great Depression, Anne learned sewing,...
Carolyn Smith
May 2, 2026
Carolyn Eloise Smith, 89, of Massillon, Ohio, passed away on May 2, 2026. Born on November 15, 1936, Carolyn lived a life shaped by curiosity, creativity, faith, and a deep fascination with family history and connection. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Millard Smith, who passed away in 2003 after more than 30 years of service in...
Gladys Shaw
Apr 27, 2026
Gladys R. Shaw, 89, passed away on April 27, 2026. She was born on September 15, 1936 in Randolph Township to the late Frank and Lucy (nee Arnold) Pontius.
Friends and family may come to call on Monday, May 4, 2026 from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM at Arnold Funeral Home, 504 West Maple Street, Hartville, Ohio. Burial to follow at...
Joseph Cooper
Apr 23, 2026
Joseph Edward Cooper passed away on April 23, 2026, with his loved ones by his side.
Joseph was born on March 26, 1955, in Pennsylvania. Known to many as “Cooper,” he found joy in the simple things in life. He loved fishing, watching old westerns, and appreciating the many blessings in his life. He also took great pride in his work...
Albert Yoder
Apr 22, 2026
Albert Yoder, age 79, of Uniontown went home to be with the Lord on April 22, 2026. He was born in Canton on November 16, 1946, to the late Ernest and Mattie (Schrock) Yoder and spent the majority of his working life farming. He loved being outdoors tending to his gardens and fields and was famous for his sweet corn....
Anna Hershberger
Apr 21, 2026
Anna Hershberger, age 87, of Hartville, went home to be with the Lord on April 21, 2026. She was born in Hartville as one of 6 to the late Levi and Ellen (Byler) Mast and attended Hartville School. Anna was known for her hard work and caring for her family both young and old. Anna spent time cleaning houses around...
Judy Melchior
Apr 18, 2026
Judy Melchior passed away on April 18, 2026, at Mercy Medical Center. She was born May 25, 1943, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Bill and Beverly (Phillips) Yoerns.
Judy was a 1961 graduate of Central Catholic High School where she met Pete, her high school sweetheart and husband of 48 years.
She was known for her kindness and loving spirit. She...
Jack
Apr 18, 2026
John W. “Jack” Hartley, age 78, of North Canton, passed away April 18, 2026. He was born in Cleveland on April 26,1947, to Elijah and Helen (Roush) Hartley. He graduated from Warrensville Heights High School and Bowling Green State University, where he was a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity. His college years prepared him well for his future...
Brian R. Koch
Apr 15, 2026
Brian Richard Koch passed away suddenly Wednesday, April 15, 2026. He was the son of Richard and Virginia (DePaul) Koch, and brother of the late Susan Toomey, and he is survived by his wife Karen; sons Richard (Beth Shaw) and Brent (Miranda Diesz); daughter Kendall (Joshua Cercone); sister Carol Schenck and partner Eric Lauck; Aunt Mary Jane Koch; sister-in-law and...
Richard Leroy Hannum
Apr 13, 2026
Richard Leroy Hannum, age 76, of Canton, passed away on April 13, 2026.
Richard was born on May 8, 1949, in Zainesville, Ohio to Charles and Alice (nee Bay) Hannum. Richard was a simple man, he loved dogs, fishing, and watching football.
He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Judy, Nancy, Jeannie, and Pam, and brothers-in-law, Charles and Henry.
Richard will...
Dorothy Louise Kleski
Apr 12, 2026
Dorothy L. Kleski, age 96, passed away April 12, 2026. She was born and raised in Akron by parents Virgil and Evelyn Rose.
She is preceded in death by husbands Bruce Neal, the love of her life, and John Kleski Sr. Those who remain to love her still are her daughter and son-in-love Susan and Jim Brooks, Tierra Verde FL, brother...
Sharon Shinko
Apr 11, 2026
Sharon Shinko, age 73, of North Canton passed away April 11, 2026. She was born in Canton on May 25, 1952, to Robert and Mary (Thompson) Howard. Sharon dedicated her life to music and was an organist, playing for many different churches across Northeastern Ohio.
She is preceded in death by her father, Robert.
Sharon is survived by her mother Mary; children...
