Obituaries

Gary Allan Van Skyhock, 75, passed away at home in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. Born in Elkhart, Indiana, he married Jacqueline Schult on October 28, 1966 in Flora, Indiana. Graduating from Tri State of Angola, Indiana with a degree in electrical engineering in 1966, Gary worked for GM in Kokomo, Indiana. In 1971, he attended Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport,...

Peter Holdsworth, age 45, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on April 5, 2020 in Parma, OH.A 1993 graduate of Saint Ignatius High School, Pete earned a law degree from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law and has been an attorney at Wegman Hessler since 2007.Pete was the son of Anne and the late James Holdsworth of Fairview Park, Ohio. He is survived...

Stephen Andrew Javens Sr. passed away April 4, 2020. He was born October 1, 1959 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, to the late Jesse and Alma (Savaliski) Javens.  He was a 5thdegree in Shotokan Karate and the owner and operator of karate schools in 5 locations for approximately 15 years.  He worked as an estimator for heating and cooling as well...

Tiffany Angela Rubino, age 43, Beloved daughter of Anthony and Lorraine (nee Ryan), dear sister of Shawn and Anthony (Natalie), loving aunt of Maria and Nina. Died suddenly at her home Monday, April 6th, 2020. Memorial services and a celebration of life will be announced after the current gathering restrictions have been lifted. Condolences and special memories can be shared...

Jon Molnar, 51 entered God’s loving embrace on Friday, April 3,2020 with his loving wife by his side.Jon is survived by his loving wife Laurie Molnar (nee Alton); beloved son Darrell Joseph (DJ); beloved parents Joseph and Linda Kilmer, and Marilyn Reichert (the late George), dear brother of the late Darrell, John Robarge, Kimberly (William) Rudnickas, Richard (Natalie) Reichert, Chrissy...

Patricia J. (Schillinger) Dawson, 82, of Minerva died unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at Aultman Hospital after cancer surgery. She was born February 24, 1938 in Massillon to the late Carl and Frances (Thompson) Schillinger. She graduated from Massillon High School in 1956. She played the clarinet in the Massillon Tiger Swing Band and proudly marched in the Tournament...

Gilbert J. Vasek, 88, passed away April 7, 2020, due to complications of pneumonia.He is survived by his wife of 64 years Joan (nee Bajdek); daughter Therese (Jeffrey) Rak; grandchildren Tyler and Sara; Uncle of five; great uncle of two. Preceeded in death by his parents John and Rose Vasek; brother John Jr. (Blanche) and sister Rosemary (John) Kosowatz, and...

Garnet L. Snooks age 61, went home to be with the Lord on April 3, 2020. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Max and Kathleen Snooks and sister, Diana Garey.Garnet worked for the May Company and Lembas Restaurant for many years. Her passion was taking care of her animals. She loved to cross stitch and enjoyed her...

Brad McCanna age 69, passed away March 28, 2020. He was born April 3, 1951 to the late “Bud” and Donna (Cully) McCanna and lived in Wadsworth most of his life.  He was very good at high school football and baseball and he continued to share his sports knowledge by coaching youngsters.He leaves behind his wife, Sherry McCanna; children, Shane...

On Monday April 6th Christi Henderson passed away from a stroke at the young age of 42 with her husband Erik at her side.She was the beloved daughter of Harry “Joe” Coniam (deceased) and Barbara Coniam. She is survived by her loving husband,  mother, sister Kim Coniam, brother Scott Coniam, his wife Hui, and their daughter Ellie, as well as...

Darla R. Fitzgerald 64 of Canton, went to be with Jesus on April 1, 2020. She was born in Canton and was a 1973 graduate of Lehman High School. She was preceded in death by an infant son, Keith; her parents, Charles O. Suntheimer and Betty Moses; and her “special dad”, Rodger.She will be greatly missed by her husband of...

James Edward “Ed” Shaffer 68, of Canton, Ohio and formerly of Fairmont, WV gained his wings Friday, March 27, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.Ed was the son of the late Eleanor Elaine (Preston) Shaffer and William Arthur Shaffer. He is survived by his children Justin (Sandy) Shaffer, Michael Williams of Canton, Ohio, and Stephanie Kennedy of Texas; grandchildren, Mercedez,...

Thomas Raymond Dieble 89, passed away on April 1st, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born December 4, 1930, he was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Roselyn (Graening) Dieble; his eldest son, Kurt Dieble (2003), his brother, William (Marilyn) Dieble, his sister, Barbara   (Dieble) Kieffer, and his faithful dog, Duke.He is survived by his sweetheart,...

Emerson E. Trainer, a native of Alliance, Ohio, passed away at the age of 87 on April 1, 2020, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.Mr. Trainer is survived by five loving sons, Timothy (Corina), Mark (Jo), Matthew (Marie), John, and Andrew.  He is also survived by three grandchildren, Jacob Trainer, Gina Premier, and Matthew Trainer, and four great-grandchildren.  His first wife,...

Evelyn Irene Delsignore died peacefully in her home on March 29, 2020, surrounded by her children. It was her 94thbirthday. Born in Greenville, PA, to parents Harriet Plummer McCann and William McCann, she loved to tells stories of her close-knit family growing up in Sharon, PA, with older siblings, William, Ruth and Jerome (Buddy).Considered a woman ahead of her time,...

Julia A Jackson, 87 died unexpectedly on March 30, 2020 at Anna Maria Nursing Home.  Julia was born on October 26, 1932 In Bedford, Ohio to the late Mills Chapman and Margaret L. (Smith) Chapman. Julia was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce E Jackson Sr. (1981)Julia is survived by her seven children: Margaret Ainsworth-Carter, Janet Koberna, Julie (David)...

Kathryn A. Perry, 91, of Lakewood passed away March 27, 2020 with her family by her side.  She was born September 10, 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio.Kathryn is survived by her sons and their wives Jim (Chris) and Kelly (Carol); grandchildren Laurie (Jeff), Ed (Becky), Christopher, and Jenna; great grandchildren Abby (deceased), Rachel, Jacob, Cami, Emma and Sidney; sister Sande and...

Linda Susan Caldwell, age 70 previously of Northwood, Ohio  passed away in her home on March 24, 2020 in Massillon, Ohio after a brief and valiant battle with cancer.Linda loved spending time with family, camping, fishing, campfires, happy people and a recently developed love of cheesecake. She could not pass up a flea market or an antique shop – if...

Ruth (Malpass) Bender, age 90, grew her wings and her faith in God’s love and protection throughout her life. Her oldest son Rick and youngest daughter Jackie were lovingly present with her while the rest of us prayed and supported her by phone calls and visits from those who loved her in Ohio, North Carolina, Nevada and British Columbia, Canada.Ruth...

Robert (Bob) Francis Manning 73, of Newcomerstown, Ohio passed away Sunday March 22, 2020 at home.  Bob was born December 24, 1946 in Middletown, Ohio to the late Woodrow Manning and Mabel (Young) Manning.He worked at AK Steel in Middletown, Ohio. He had a green thumb in the garden and enjoyed spending a lot of time there.He is survived by...