Obituary Listing

Jan 6, 2017

Jolene Swallow, age (21 and some months) of Hartville, passed away Friday evening, January 6, 2017 in Aultman Hospital after a life long battle with the complications of Multiple Sclerosis. She was born August 2, 1929 in Cambridge, Ohio to Foster and Charlotte (McElwee) Secrest, whom she loved very much.

Jolene graduated early from Lincoln High School...

Jan 6, 2017

Deborah G. Sloan, 66, died of endometrial cancer on Jan. 6, 2017. Left behind are her husband of 34 years, Steven T. Sloan; sons, Justin (39) and Jeff (31); sister, Julie Churchman (David); brothers, Bob (Christine) and Richard (Debra); 7 nieces, 7 grandnephews and grandnieces; and her mother, Louise Gibbs. Preceded in death by her father, Richard A. Gibbs....

Jan 5, 2017

Edward George Bauer, 74, of North Canton, OH and Longwood, FL passed away in Florida on Thursday, January 5, 2017 following an extended illness, which he fought with great courage and fortitude. Ed was born in 1942 in Lansing, Michigan to Marjorie and Otto Bauer. He was a graduate of Culver Military Academy and the Carnegie Institute of Technology....

Jan 5, 2017

James F. Baxter, age 70, of Alliance passed away on Thursday January 5, 2017. He was born in Akron on June 17, 1946 to the late Clyde and Edna (Bergdall) Baxter and recently retired from Akron Schools as a Asst. Custodian. A Navy Veteran of the Vietnam Era and Army Veteran of Desert Storm, James was also a member...

Jan 4, 2017

Patricia M. Yapko, age 85, of Canton, reunited with her husband in Heaven on Wednesday January 4, 2017. She was born in Canton on June 21, 1931. Even though she spent some years working outside her home, her true calling was making a home for her family and friends. She never met a stranger.

She is survived...

Jan 3, 2017

Ward A. Scott, age 86, of North Canton passed away Tuesday after a brief illness. Born in Canton to the late Ward A. and Grace E. (Smith) Scott, he was a life resident. Ward was a 1948 graduate of Lehman High School and also of Kent State University. He was a long time member of Christ Presbyterian Church where...

Dec 28, 2016

William "Bill" Gaume, age 78, of Canton, passed away Wednesday morning in Mercy Medical Center from complications of pneumonia. Bill was born in Canton to the late Gordon and Doris (Rhinehart) Gaume. Bill was in the American Bowling Congress where he thrived in tournament play and perfect games; he was also inducted in the bowling Hall of Fame in...

Dec 27, 2016

Stephen Collins Jr., age 28, of North Canton, went to Heaven on Tuesday Dec. 27, 2016. He was born December 6, 1988 and graduated from Hoover High School in 2007.

He is survived by his parents Stephen Sr. and Danielle; siblings Christian, Alexis and Brian, and Elizabeth; nieces and nephew, Avyia, Everleigh, Elijah; grandmothers Mona Collins and...

Dec 27, 2016

Randy Samuel Stamey, age 56, of Lawrenceville, Georgia. Private graveside service will be Monday, January 2, 2016 in Forest Hill Cemetery. Please sign the guest book.

Dec 26, 2016

Robert S. Morelli, age 79, of Hartville OH, passed away suddenly on December 26th, 2016. He was born in Chester, PA on October 11th, 1937 to the late Joseph and Mary (Talone) Morelli. He graduated from Media High School, earned a bachelor's degree from West Chester University, and a master's degree from the University of Delaware. He first taught...

Dec 26, 2016

Gertrude M. (Hartmann) Schaaf, age 96, of North Canton, passed away Monday evening. She was born in Erie, Pennsylvania to the late William and Marie (Beckstett) Hartmann. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Schaaf. Gertrude is survived by her children: Robert A. (Susan) Schaaf, Jeanne M. Schaaf, Nancy A. (Gary)...

Dec 24, 2016

Freda Gross, age 69 of Massillon, passed away Saturday, December 24, 2016 in Rose Lane Nursing Home. She was born, August 19, 1947 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Harry and Sarah (Harris) Rubin. She graduated from Peabody High School in East Liberty, Pennsylvania.

Freda was a Pre-School, Nursery School and Kindergarten School Teacher at the Canton Jewish Center....

Dec 24, 2016

Lois C. Sholl, age 90, of Canton, went with her Heavenly Father on Saturday December 24, 2016. She was born in Canton on December 12, 1926 to the late Edward and Myrtle (Boydelatour) Okey and graduated from McKinley High School. She retired from Hercules White Engines in 1987. She was involved with the senior program at the North Canton...

Dec 24, 2016

Russell Baker, 95, of Canton, Ohio passed away December 24th, 2016. Russell was employed by Weber Dental Manufacturing Company for 42 years. He found enjoyment coaching youth soccer and basketball teams for Canton Country Day, The Canton Jewish Community Center and Canton City Schools. After retirement from Weber Dental, Russell worked for Canton City Schools and did what he...

Dec 24, 2016

James Burton Tedrick of North Canton, Ohio, departed this life on Saturday, December 24, 2016. He was a graduate of Louisville High School and retired from Hercules Engine Company as a Quality Control Manager and Cummins Engine Company as Assurance Engineer. James served in the U.S. Navy Amphibious forces. He was a member of North Canton Masonic Lodge #770...

Dec 19, 2016

Dr. Ralph B. Lind 1923-2016 age 93 of Canton, passed away Monday evening, Dec. 19, 2016 in Towne Center Care Facility, Avon Lake, Ohio. He was born July 13, 1923 in Middlebranch, Ohio to Henry and Stella (Bixler) Lind. He graduated from Lehman High School in 1941 and Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1946. Ralph was...

Dec 18, 2016

Aaron K. Olis, age 52, of Alliance, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday December 18, 2016. He was born in Akron on January 24, 1964 and graduated in 1982 from Marlington High School. Aaron had worked for Arconic (formerly B & C Research/ Alcoa) for 28 years. He loved the beach, music, computers, volleyball, and especially his family.

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Dec 17, 2016

David A. Schlabach, age 60, of Hartville went home to be with the Lord on Saturday December 17, 2016. He was born in Canton, Ohio on June 24, 1956 to Alvin and Ada (Miller) Schlabach. He started his own construction business a few years out of high school and just recently retired. He was a member of Bethany Mennonite...

Dec 14, 2016

Dr. Jerry C. Archer, 1931-2016

Dr. Jerry C. Archer, 85, of Hartville, a leader in the chiropractic profession in Ohio, passed away to be with the Lord on Wednesday December 14, 2016. Born July 13, 1931 to Dr. A.Y. and Gwyneth (Stokes) Archer, he was a 1949 graduate of Greensburg High School, obtained his pre-chiropractic requisites at...

Dec 13, 2016

Betty J. (Lewis) Hursh, age 87, of Canton passed away on Tuesday December 13, 2016 at Aultman Compassionate Care Center after a short illness. She was born January 12, 1929 in Malvern, Ohio to the late Bryan and Nellie (Harsh) Lewis.

Betty was a member for over 50 years of Crossroads United Methodist Church.

Preceded...