Douglas R. Close

Douglas R. Close, age 74, of North Canton passed away at Aultman Compassionate Care Center on October 9, 2020. He was born in Canton to the late Ralph F and Dora M (Clay) Close. Doug spent his career at The Hoover Company as a Mechanical Plant Engineer. He was an avid golfer and was fortunate to have had 2 hole in ones, and he spent countless hours in his garage keeping all 68 cars he owned spotless over the years. Doug had a love for life like no other. He never met a stranger and had the ability to make each person he met feel exceptionally special.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joyce; children Christa Close of North Canton and Scott (Amy) Close of Connecticut; 5 grandchildren; brother Dennis (Pam) Close of North Canton.

Calling hours will be Thursday, October 15 from 4-7PM at the Arnold Funeral Home at 1517 Market Ave N. A memorial service will begin at 7PM with Celebrant Kevin O'Brien officiating. 

In lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to the Aultman Compassionate Care Center.

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