Obituaries

Deborah J. UlrichDeborah J. Ulrich of Geneva, Ohio passed away November 21, 2016 at University Hospital at the age of 67.  She was born September 10, 1949 in Erie, PA the daughter of the late Earle and Doris (Dingman) Benton.She is survived by a brother, Arthur Benton, sister Cindy McBratnie, three sons,William H. Felt Jr, Jason W. Felt and Richard...

Alton “Al” ClarkAlton “Al” Clark age 89 of Massillon passed away on November 26, 2016 following a two-week bout with pneumonia. He was born March 4, 1927 in McMinnville, TN. His family moved to Akron shortly after he was born. Alton was the youngest of five children and the only survivor.  He leaves behind his loving wife, Dorothy (Conneway) Clark. ...

Linda A. TatumLinda A. Tatum, age 69 of North Canton passed away peacefully Sunday November 6, 2016 following an extended illness.  She was a 20-year employee of the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company.She is survived by her loving husband, Al Tatum; mother, Loraine Buchanan; children, Brian, Blaine (Tara) and Angie Davis; stepsons, Matthew (Angela) and Michael (Petra) Tatum; brother, Tom...

Janice L. MyersJanice L. Myers of Canton, Ohio passed away November 8, 2016 at the age of 71.  She was born July 16, 1945 in Canton to Louis and Dorothy (Elliott) Bernardi.She is survived by her children, Harold Leake, Darla (Rob) Liston, Tony Leake, Shelly (Mark) Skropits, Brenda Ritchie, Carl Myers and Bill Myers; siblings, Barb, Betty Jean, Rosie, Kathy,...

Larry D. GerberLarry D. Gerber of Dundee, Ohio went to be with the Lord on November 5, 2016 following a year-long battle with cancer at the age of 68.  He was born March 11, 1948 in Strasburg, Ohio to Milo and Dorothy (Farnsworth) Gerber.   He proudly served in the United States Army during the Viet Nam War.  He retired from...

James Lewis WhitmoreJames Lewis Whitmore, age 58, of Canton passed away on October 14, 2016. He was born on April 14, 1958 in Canton, Ohio to the late Clyde and Mary Lou (Coulter) Whitmore. He was a 1977 graduate of Louisville High School, enjoyed model cars and spending time with his family.He was preceded in death by his sister, Cindy...

Charles William BroffmanCharles William Broffman, 63, of Fairlawn, entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, October 25, 2016. He was the dedicated husband of Maryann (Stuchal) Broffman, whom he treasured and adored. After meeting in a fated encounter in 1987, they spent a blissful 27 years loving and appreciating each other. Chuck was an avid motorcycle enthusiast with a passion for...

Betsy L. Yeager1939-2016Our loving wife, mother and nana went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday October 26th 2016 at the age of 77.She is preceded in death by her parents Harry and Bernadine Moore and brother Leonard Moore.Betsy is survived by her husband of 58 years Ronald W. Yeager; daughters, Diona Yeager and Rhonda Pappas; son, Ronald W....

Perry Lee SchlemmerPerry Lee Schlemmer, age 81, of Canton passed away peacefully on October 18, 2016. He was born on September 4, 1935 in Canton, Ohio to the late Pierce and Gwendolyn (Heizen) Schlemmer.He was preceded in death by his brother, Jerry Schlemmer.Perry is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Sandra (Pfister) Schlemmer; his daughters, Debra (Larry) Grove...

Gerald “Jay” MinerGerald “Jay” Miner, 62, of Norton, Ohio passed away peacefully on Monday, October 17, 2016. He was born in Wadsworth, Ohio on March 28, 1954 to Jerry and Rosemary Miner.  He was the middle child between two older and two younger sisters whom he never missed the opportunity to tease and aggravate to this delight, but certainly with...

Peggy Ann DollGoodbye Dear Wife and Mother, Peggy Ann Doll, age 68 of East Canton passed away on October 8, 2016 at her home surrounded by loving family. She was born on February 3, 1948 in Gary, IN to the late Kenneth and Irene Gardner.Peggy is survived by her loving husband, Ted Doll; children, Carol (John) Townsend, Kenneth (Teresa) Winter,...

Vernon O. ShivelyVernon O. Shively, age 87, of Alliance passed away peacefully on Monday October 10, 2016 at Canterbury Villa of Alliance.  He was born on December 29, 1928 in Sebring Ohio to William and Mabel (Workman) Shively.  Vernon was a graduate of Sebring McKinley High School, where he played basketball for Spot Dairy.  He was a veteran of the...

Alice (Booth) McCaulleyGod opened the gates of heaven calling Alice home Sunday, September 25, 2016. Born October 1, 1921, in Portsmouth, Ohio, she grew up in Canton and Bolivar, graduating from Bolivar High School in 1940. Much of her adult life was spent living in Carroll County. Alice was a member of Faith Family Church. She spent many years joyfully...

Linda Lou TrujilloLinda Lou Trujillo, age 75, a resident of North Canton, passed away on September 20, 2016 surrounded by her family.She was born on February 13, 1941 in Hartford, Connecticut to the late Walter and Mildred (Bradin) Lonsdale.She is survived by sons, David and Daniel, daughter-in-law, Barbara; grandchildren, David Matthew, David Lee, Amanda, Cheyenne and Krystal; great-grandchildren, Autumn, Madison,...

Kathleen “Kay” HutchisonKathleen “Kay” Hutchison of Akron, Ohio passed away September 28, 2016 at her home following an eighteen-month battle with leukemia and lymphoma at the age of 69.  She was born June 1, 1947 in Lakewood, Ohio to the late Arnold and Henrietta (Cubbedge) Walther.Kay leaves behind her husband Karl Hutchison with whom she celebrated 49 years of marriage...

Glenn L. Barton Jr.Glenn L. Barton Jr., fondly known as the “White Buffalo” passed away September 26, 2016 at the age of 64.  He was born June 2, 1952 in Canton, Ohio and was a graduate of Canton South High School Class of 1969 and graduated from Bowling Green University in three years where he was offered a scholarship to...

Patricia L. KingPatricia L. (Burnworth, Phillips) King of Canton, Ohio passed away September 26, 2016 at the age of 71 following complications from pneumonia.She is survived by her children, Elizabeth (Michael) Heiser, Tammi (Daniel) Fehn, Robin (Gary) Henderhan and Donald Burnworth; eleven grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren whom she adored deeply and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.In keeping with her wishes,...

Beverly Ann GiffordBeverly was born on November 11, 1941 and passed away peacefully in her home on September 15, 2016.  Beverly loved nature, gardening and the joy and companionship of her pets.  She is survived by family, friends and neighbors.  Special thanks to caregivers Debbie and Tracey, friend Pat, neighbor Pat and the compassionate care from the angels on earth...

Randy A. Conrad1958-2016Randy A. Conrad of Malvern, OH passed away peacefully at his home September 23, 2016.  Randy was born February 16, 1958 in Canton, Ohio.  He was employed for 30 years at Colfor Manufacturing in Malvern, Ohio. He was a member of the Eagles and a longtime member of Beech Mennonite Church.   When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed hunting,...

Ruth Evelyn WinschRuth Evelyn Winsch age 85 of New Philadelphia passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord at New Dawn Health Care Center and also under the care of Hospice on Thursday September 22, 2016 with loved ones by her side.  Born on March 21, 1931, she was the daughter of the late John W. and Grace...