Obituaries

Dorothy “Dottie” O’Boyle died October 17, 2019 following a brief illness, surrounded by her family.Dorothy lived a simple life, enjoying her family, candy making, baking, bingo and the occasional gambling trip. She also loved listening to The Beatles and providing memorable moments for her nieces and nephews just by giving her time.Dorothy was a loving sister to nine siblings, a...

Linda Sue Holderbaum, 73 of New Philadelphia passed away on September 29 surrounded by her family, after a brave battle with cancer. She was born September 13, 1946 in Dennison, Ohio and was a daughter of the late Edward and Bernice Cecil. Linda grew up on a farm and attended grade school in a one-room schoolhouse. Some of her favorite...

Leanna Marie Fruth (nee Krauss) age 77 formerly of Findlay, Ohio passed away peacefully in Middleburg Heights, Ohio on Tuesday October 15, 2019.She was the daughter of the late Harold and Mildred Krauss; beloved mother of Teresa (Keith) Matheny, Christina Fruth and Dianna Fruth; grandmother of Austin Matheny.Leanna was a former dispatcher for the City of Bluffton Fire, Police, EMS...

Born on February 16, 1970 to the late James A. Phillips of Newcomerstown and the late Daisy B. Phillips of Maryland; he passed away on Friday October 4, 2019. Jay had a kind heart and would help you out of a pinch. He loved dancing to his favorite music, fishing, his dog Mecca Jay, and cooking delicious meals for his...

Eric J. Slesinger, 57 of Cleveland, passed away Monday, October 14, 2019.He was born in Berea, where he graduated from Berea  High School.Eric enjoyed going fishing and was an avid Cleveland sports fan.He was a truck driver and formerly worked for Dairymens and U.P.S. Freight.He is survived by a son, Andrew; sisters, Susan Fairman (William) and Gail Starcher (William Weaver);...

Patricia Ann Madera (nee Chudzik) age 83 passed away peacefully Ocotber 13, 2019 at Brunswick Pointe,She was the loving daughter of the late Walter & Florence Chudzik; beloved Mother of David (Charlotte) and James (Joan); dearest sister of Dolores Kolic, Robert (Diane), Thomas and the late Elaine; grandmother of David, TJ (Katie) and Jesse; great-grandmother of Brielle.A funeral Mass is...

William R. Riley, 73, died Sunday, September 29, 2019 following a brief illness. He retired from Sears as an HVAC/Appliance service technician. There wasn’t anything he could not fix. He lived by his motto “If I can help you in anyway, I will”. He took pride in saving money for his friends and family with repair needs.He leaves his wife...

Nancy Barr, age 61, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 9, 2019, at Altercare of Hartville. She was born December 30, 1957, was a lifelong resident of Ohio and a 1976 graduate of Garfield High School in Akron. Nancy opened her heart and home to countless friends over the years, and had an uncanny ability to touch lives in a...

Marie A. “Annette” Graf (nee-Cipullo), age 80 of North Olmsted, Ohio passed away Tuesday, October 8, 2019.Born in 1939 in South Euclid, Ohio, Annette enjoyed a successful career as a fashion buyer for the Cleveland based luxury retailer Halle’s prior to raising her two children.  In her spare time, Annette enjoyed gardening and watching the wildlife in her backyard.She is...

William E. WiltonWilliam E. Wilton age 88 of North Canton, loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle passed away peacefully on September 26th, 2019. William was born January 12th, 1931 to the late Thelma (Fair) and Alfred Wilton. An army veteran of the Korean War, he earned the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He retired after 30 years of...

Sandra Turner passed away Saturday October 5th, 2019 following a brief illness. She was a great mother and friend and will be sadly missed by her family. She is survived by son, James Turner; daughters, Patty Lynn and Kelly Nelson and grandchildren, Mike Kendrick and Ashley Nelson.Sandra’s family would like to invite friends to join them as they celebrate her...

Joanne Weeks Fenn, age, 93, died on October 6, 2019 in Hudson, Ohio.She is survived by her sons, James of Chester, Virginia, Thomas (Judy) of Claridon, Ohio, and David (Janet) of Lyndhurst, Ohio; five grandchildren, Jennifer, Peter, Allyson, Hannah, and Andrew; two great grandchildren.Joanne is preceded in death by her parents, Charles F. Weeks and Freda (Blessman) Weeks, and her...

Joan Phyllis Terkel (nee Kasdan) of Cleveland, Ohio passed away October 1, 2019 at the age of 88. She was born November 14, 1930 in Cleveland to the late Rose Bader Kasdan and Phillip Kasdan.She is survived by her children, Steven N. Klein (Maureen Lipa) , Daniel B. Klein (Patricia Klein) and Debra S. Klein (Jim Stefanchik); grandchildren, Abie Stefanchik...

Deborah Linn Kennedy, 91, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2019.She was the only child of Phillip and Ruth Baird Linn.  Born in Cincinnati, at an early age her family moved to Cleveland and she graduated from Shaker Heights High School.Debby was a creative and talented person.  She took art lessons while attending Ohio State and then transferred and graduated from...

Andrea Lee McIntosh (nee Barto) of Seville, Ohio, entered God’s loving embrace on October 2nd, 2019. She was born September 25th, 1962 in North Royalton, Ohio. She spent twelve years valiantly fighting ovarian cancer, which ultimately took her life.Andrea is remembered as a loving mother with an indomitable spirit. One of her strongest legacies was her perseverance in the face...

Richard Allen Boley, 88, of Carrollton, passed away Sept. 20, 2019.Born Dec. 17, 1930, he was the son of the late Joseph B. and Lillian (Slayman) Boley. Richard graduated from Perrysville High School in 1950. He retired from Smith & Nephew in Carrollton as Maintenance Foreman. He was a farmer and a faithful member of Carrollton Assembly of God Church...

Carol Jeanne (Pildner) Collins age 80 of Massillon passed away peacefully September 13, 2019 at Aultman Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born August 26, 1939 in Roswell, Ohio, Carol was the daughter of the late Glenn and Doris (stepmother) Morrison and Geneva Wine. Carol was a cook for 27 years at Top of The Viaduct Restaurant. She loved her...

Mrs. Laura Belle Thomas or most lovingly known as “Salle” or “Momma” went home to be with the Lord on September 23rd, 2019 in the care of her loving son Richard, her special niece Valinda, her brother Garfield and sister in law Karen. Born August 28th, 1945 in Canton to the late Garfield and Rosa Lee Rutledge, she is preceded...

Michael Popovich, Jr., age 68, of North Canton, Ohio, entered into eternal rest on September 19, 2019 in Barberton, Ohio.Mr. Popovich was born in Elizabeth, New Jersey on January 14, 1951 to Michael and Helen (Kerrick) Popovich, Sr. He graduated from Roselle Catholic High School in Roselle, New Jersey, in 1969 and Union County College in 1972 with a degree...

Kimberly Brown, 52, of Massillon, Ohio passed away on Friday, September 20, 2019, at Aultman Woodlawn after a hard-fought battle with cancer.Kimberly was born January 30, 1967 in Omaha, Nebraska, daughter of William and Shirley Walker. She was always willing to help others with her bright smile and positivity. We will greatly miss her humor and her radiating presence.Kimberly is...