Obituary Listing

Jul 26, 2020

Jack H. Vogt, age 93, of Canton, passed away Sunday evening. Born in Canton to the late William and Martha Vogt. Jack was an Army Veteran and was a self-employed Metal Finisher. He enjoyed auto racing, traveling the United States with his wife, Dortha and anything and everything about trains.

In addition to his parents, Jack was...

Jul 24, 2020

Charlotte J. Paulus , age 97, passed peacefully on July 24, 2020 at Heritage of Hudson. She was born in Ashtabula, Ohio to the late George and Julissa Lose.  She resided in North Canton then Stow, Ohio.

Charlotte received an Education degree from Kent State. She taught English and Latin in Shaker Heights, but she retired from...

Jul 20, 2020

Karen A. Garra, age 79, of Alliance, went home to be with the Lord on Monday July 20, 2020 at St. Joseph Care where she recently resided. She was born May 31, 1941 in Canton to the late Arthur and Grace (Wales) Zellers and graduated from Marlboro High School in 1959 then Mount Union College in 1963. Her career...

Jul 19, 2020

Emilie Mildred Korosi, May 9, 1933-July 19, 2020, It is with sad relief that the family announces the passing of Emilie Korosi, age 87. Emilie was born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario Canada to immigrant parents, Antonia Markevich and Stephen Yovetich. She is preceded in death by her sister, Stephanie (Stella) Howe and Daughter-In-Law, Christine Graham.  Her husband, Alex, whom...

Jul 18, 2020

Timothy A. Beistel, age 79, of Canton, passed away on Saturday July 18, 2020 on his 58th wedding anniversary. He was born September 5, 1940 in Buena Vista, PA to Hetrick and Elizabeth (Fisher) Beistel. He grew up in Canton and graduated from Middlebranch High School. He married Janet Heiser in 1962 and served in the Army in Alaska...

Jul 17, 2020

Elva A. Plantz, age 91, of Hartville, went home to be with the Lord on Friday morning July 17, 2020. She was born April 4, 1929 in Bloomingdale, OH to the late Price Thomas and Ella (Poe) Rayl, one of eleven children. She was a member of the Chapel in Green, a devout Christian and a member of the...

Jul 14, 2020

Jan R. Hemminger was born July 28, 1936, and he entered into God's kingdom on July 14th, 2020.  He graduated from Kenmore High School in 1955, serving as class secretary, went on to earn his apprenticeship and spent the majority of his career as the safety manager of the Akron Goodyear Rim Plant.  He then founded his own machining...

Jul 13, 2020

Joan Florence (Schladen) Werren, beloved wife, mother, aunt, and grandmother, age 84, died peacefully with family at her side at The House of Loreto on Monday, July 13, 2020. Joan lived a vibrant life sharing her kindness, humor, and easy-going nature with everyone she met. Born April 18, 1936 in Youngstown, she graduated from Girard High School in 1954...

Jul 9, 2020

Mary Rebecca (Cottrell) Nichols, age 90, completed her earthly race on July 9, 2020. She battled leukemia with courage and bravery.  She remained faithful and joyful until the very end. Mary will have many jewels in her crown.

She was born March 11, 1930 in Oka, West Virginia, Calhoun County to the late Rev. Hobert Lee and...

Jul 3, 2020

Joan (Pope) Halter, age 84, of Louisville, passed away on Friday morning July 3, 2020. She was born in Cleveland, Ohio June 23, 1936 to Benjamin and Helen Pope and moved to Canton at age 5. She was a 1954 graduate of McKinley High School and played in the band. She graduated from Kent State in 1960. Joan was...

Jul 2, 2020

Beatrice Shirley (Rosker) Pearlman was born in Akron, Ohio on November 18, 1919, to Morris and Gussie Rosker and passed away  in Mequon, Wisconsin on July 2, 2020. She was preceded in death by her sister Fannie  (Rosker) Freedman, and brothers Samuel and Benjamin Rosker. In Massillon, Ohio she attended public schools and graduated from Washington High School where...

Jun 30, 2020

Emma June Garmier, age 100, went to be with the Lord on June 30, 2020 at St. Lukes Lutheran Community where she resided for 8 years. She was born in Catlettsburg, Kentucky on June 2, 1920 to the late Roy and Garnett (Kits) Shannon. She married Walter W. Garmier and they celebrated 70 years of marriage before his passing...

Jun 28, 2020

Charles Slaybaugh Jr.

Chuck passed peacefully at home on June 28, 2020, surrounded by family.

While our culture seems to give its highest praise to movie stars and athletes, it's worth noting the quiet yet but profound impact of a life such as Chuck's.

Faith was central in Chuck's life. He strove to...

Jun 26, 2020

Dale McKissick, age 73, of Uniontown, passed away Friday morning, June 26, 2020. He was born in Barberton, Ohio to the late William and Queena (Ayers) McKissick. Dale was an US Army Veteran and worked at BF Goodrich, Uniroyal Goodrich and Michelin. He was a member of P & O Hunting and Fishing Club, he also enjoyed golfing and...

Jun 25, 2020

Kenneth Ray McPeek passed away on June 25 at the age of 86.  He now joins his wife Nancy, who passed in 2012.  He was a devoted husband and father, and dedicated to serving his community.  Ken was an exceptional person - he possessed unerring integrity, a generous heart, and a desire to see the best in everyone and...

Jun 24, 2020

Beloved Dr. Robert J. Ripich peacefully passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2020 in his slice of paradise at Ocean Reef Club in Key Largo, FL. He was wrapped in his daughter's arms and surrounded by his family. His time on earth with us was cut too short because we believe he simply lived a full life in much...

Jun 24, 2020

Ali Harp, born in Canton on April 05, 1939, passed away on June 24 due to complications after a stroke in January. Ali graduated from TVHS in 1957, where he excelled in track and football. He then attended Purdue University, studying electrical engineering. He retired in 2000 from Ohio Power in Canton and AEP in Columbus. He was with...

Jun 23, 2020

Raymond S.C. Blackmore, age 85, of Canton, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2020. He was born in Washington Court House, Ohio to the late Samuel and Jesse (Simpkins) Blackmore. Raymond was an Air Force Veteran serving during the Korean War.  He had a passion for the library, reading and for collectibles. He was a member and past treasurer of...

Jun 22, 2020

James Arthur Sturznickel Jr., age 52, of North Canton, formerly of Strongsville, passed away Monday morning, June 22, 2020. He was born May 11, 1968 in Berea to James F. and Penny (Conley) Sturznickel.

Jim was a 1986 Hoover High School graduate where he played soccer and he continued playing soccer at John Carroll University, graduating in...

Jun 21, 2020

Earl R. Carpenter, age 90, of Uniontown, passed on Sunday June 21, 2020. He was born in Summit County on December 12, 1929 to the late Clyde Earl and Nettie (Stanley) Carpenter, graduate of Stow High School and attended Kent State. He was a life time member of the Church of Christ in which he served as an Elder...