Obituaries

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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...

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,...

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...

Cheryl A. MillerCheryl A. Miller, age 69 of Louisville, passed away September 20, 2016 following a lengthy illness.  She was born May 19, 1947 in Alliance and lived most of her life in Louisville. Cheryl will be remembered as a very caring, kind and loving person with a good heart.She is survived by her husband, Ted Miller Sr.; two brothers,...

Dr. Clark William PeckDr. Clark William Peck, age 91, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2016 in Westlake, OH.  He was born in Lakewood, OH on April 10, 1925. An accomplished dentist, loving husband, father, and grandfather, WWII Navy veteran, and community service leader, Dr. Peck leaves behind a distinguished legacy of accomplishment. He leaves his loved ones as well...

Elizabeth Burtscher

Elizabeth Burtscher of New Philadelphia, OH passed away peacefully at Truman House Hospice with her loving daughter by her side. In February 1957 Liz married the love of her life, Robert “Butch” Burtscher. He preceded her in death on April 9, 1990. She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Deborah (Bruce) Adams; son Ronald (Charlotte) Burtscher; grandsons Lucas...

Tracy Lynn Miller-EssigTracy Lynn Miller-Essig age 50 of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on September 4th. Tracy was born February 22nd1966 to the late Frederick Miller and Mildred (Thewes) Miller. She was a 1984 graduate of Washington High School and employed by Diebold. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Frederick and Kenneth Miller.She is...

Barbara J. (Verh) McMullenBarbara J. (Verh) McMullen, age 73 passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at Community Care Center of Alliance. She was born on February 14, 1948 in Ravenna and lived in Alliance and Sebring areas for most of her life. Barbara loved doing plastic canvas and different crafts. Barbara was a loving caring mother and grandmother and all...

Melissa Beth CoxMelissa Beth Cox passed away peacefully surrounded by her family September 5, 2016. She was born in Akron, OH on February 9 1971, graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School in 1990 and received her BA from Lee University.She leaves behind her beloved husband Lou Hrovat, devoted parents Ron and Marilyn Cox, big brother Bret (Kelly) Sally, the Hrovat...