Obituaries

David G Stuart

David G Stuart

March 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of David G. Stuart, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend to many. David departed this world on March 7, 2024, following a short yet valiant battle with esophageal cancer.Born in E. Providence, RI on October 24, 1966, David lived a life marked by dedication first to...

John Kappes

John Kappes

March 4, 2024

For John Kappes 1959-2024d. March 4, 2024John passed away, after a 5 month battle with leukemia, enveloped in the love of his husband, Eric. He was 64.John was born in Boise, Idaho and grew up in Havre, Montana. From a young age, John was recognized as a gifted, talented, intelligent, charismatic and likable young man. He took a leap of...

Marie Salopek

Marie Salopek

March 4, 2024

Marie (Loya) Salopek, 92, the first of 6 children was born on September 2, 1931, to Mildred (nee Lalich) & Clifford Loya of McKeesport, PA, entered into the grace of our Lord on March 4, 2024.Marie married Thomas E. Salopek (d. 2021) January 22, 1955. They enjoyed 66 years of marriage. As the eldest of 6 children Marie was sister...

George Lyras

George Lyras

March 4, 2024

George Lyras age 79 passed away March 4, 2024 from an extended illness. He was born in Canton, Ohio on May 30, 1944. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1963. He was honorably discharged from the Army after 6 years of service.  George moved to Florida where he began his own successful painting business. He returned to Canton in...

William Lee Nail

William Lee Nail

March 4, 2024

William “Rusty” Lee Nail, 72, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, brother and friend, made his ascent into heaven following a brief illness on Monday, March 4, 2024 surrounded by family.  Rusty was born in Youngstown, Ohio on March 25, 1951, the son of Peter and Nelda “Lorraine” Nail. Rusty served in the US Army during Vietnam as a door gunner...

Vera Nickels

Vera Nickels

March 2, 2024

Vera Nickels, 64, passed away from an unfortunate event on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Aultman Hospital Select Medical Rehab. She met her mother, Joyce Adams, her sister, Judy Marcella, and many others at the pearly gate. She was loved by her sons, Scott and Michael Nickels; grandchildren, Brent, Logan, KateLynn, Jayden, Autumn, Jorden, Sophia, Issak; great-grandchildren, Landyn and Kadee; siblings,...

Dewey Thomas JR

Dewey Thomas JR

March 2, 2024

Dewey Thomas Jr 70 of Dennison, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on Saturday, March 2, 2024. He was born April 12, 1953 in Hazard, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Dewey Thomas and Lorene (Salyers) Thomas. On September 11, 1970, Dewey married the former Rose Striker, who survives him along with their children, Melissa...

Patricia Schmucker

Patricia Schmucker

March 2, 2024

Patricia Schmucker, age 79, went home peacefully to be with our Lord on March 2, 2024. Born December 30, 1944 to the late Edwin and Gladys (Ritchie) Murphy.

Pat is together again, with the love of her life, Bernie Schmucker who passed away June 19, 2014. On the evening prior to her unexpected passing she spoke how God blessed her with...

Steve Byers

Steve Byers

March 1, 2024

Steve  Byers, born in Dover, Ohio on January 24, 1964, touched the lives of many with his warmth, kindness, and love for life. His recent passing on March 1, 2024, at the Community Hospice House in New Philadelphia has left a void in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.   Steve is survived by his son...

James J. Zadra

James J. Zadra

March 1, 2024

Jim Zadra 67, of New Philadelphia, passed away on Friday March 1, 2024 in Community Hospice at the Truman House in New Philadelphia. Born June 20, 1956, he was the son of the late Julius and Goldie (Summers) Zadra and a 1974 graduate of Tuscarawas Central Catholic High School.  Jim worked for Kimble Companies as an Electrician for many years....

Ronald Michael Goffee

Ronald Michael Goffee

February 29, 2024

Ronald Michael Goffee, 84, born July 29, 1939 passed away February 29, 2024. He was born in Akron to the late Michael and Helen (Almasie) Goffee, and was a 1957 graduate of Kenmore High School. He was a very loving father and grandpa who will be missed dearly. He loved golf and being out in the sunshine. He never left...

Victor R Bates

Victor R Bates

February 27, 2024

Victor R. Bates 74 of Canton passed away February 27, 2024 at Mercy Hospital. Victor was born in Caldwell, Ohio on September 24, 1949. He is preceded in death by his parents, Myron and Alberta Bates; brothers, Larry Bates, Jim Bates and sister, Carol Bates Gibson.He is survived by his son, Adam Bates; grandchildren, Braden Bates, Greyson Bates and Kaitlyn and...

Frank Arthur Moon Jr

Frank Arthur Moon Jr

February 26, 2024

𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐉𝐫.

𝟶𝟼/𝟷𝟻/𝟷𝟿𝟼𝟶 - 𝟶𝟸/𝟸𝟼/𝟸𝟶𝟸𝟺

𝑮𝑶𝑵𝑬 𝑭𝑰𝑺𝑯𝑰𝑵’

I’ve finished life’s chores assigned to me,

So put me on a boat headed out to sea.

Please send along my fishing pole,

For I’ve been invited to the fishin’ hole.

Where every day is a day to fish,

To fill your heart with every wish.

Don’t worry, or feel sad for me,

I’m fishin’ with the Master of the sea.

We...

Robert Rabatsky

Robert Rabatsky

February 25, 2024

Robert “Bob” Rabatsky 83 passed away February 25, 2024 in the care of Community Hospice, Truman House at Amberwood Manor. Born December 26, 1940 in Lakewood, Ohio. He was the son of the late Ignatius and Mary Margaret Rabatsky. He was a 1958 graduate of St. Vincent High School and joined the United States Navy. He married Helen Fetzer on...

Clayton "Joe" Carpenter

Clayton "Joe" Carpenter

February 24, 2024

Clayton “Joe” Carpenter 62, passed away at Mercy Hospital after a long illness on February 24, 2024. He was born in Dennison, Ohio on July 8, 1961. He loved shooting pool, gambling and fishing. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton James Carpenter and Betty Jean (Hart) Carpenter. 

Survived by his two sisters, Cathy (Jake) Suggett and Beth (Paul) Felgenhauer;...

James E Schultz

James E Schultz

February 24, 2024

James E. Schultz 85 of Maples Heights, Ohio passed away February 24, 2024. Anyone with information regarding next of kin, please contact Heritage Cremation & Burial Society at (330) 875-5770

Wanda Mae Barnes

Wanda Mae Barnes

February 23, 2024

Wanda Mae Barnes was born August 16,1946 in Wooster to Charles and Virginia(Varnes) Neiger.  Wanda always had a smile, was full of laughter and never without a cup of coffee in hand. She enjoyed music, singing and playing the piano. She loved listening to the Beatles and Neil Diamond and the Bee Gees music. She also loved house plants, especially...

Robert William Warder

Robert William Warder

February 23, 2024

ROBERT WILLIAM WARDER, 89, of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away on February 23, 2024. Bob was born on May 19, 1934, in Akron, Ohio, and is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Linda and John Owens, his son, Michael Warder, and his daughter, Cathy Bowman.  Bob is also survived by his two granddaughters, Melissa (Curt) Baldridge and Kelly Robbe, along...

John Coffe

John Coffe

February 23, 2024

John Coffe age 81 of Akron passed away February 23, 2024. Anyone with next of kin information, please contact Heritage Cremation & Burial Society at (330) 875-5770

Andrea J. Bethel

Andrea J. Bethel

February 22, 2024

Andrea J. Bethel 53 of Canton passed away February 22, 2024. Born on November 30, 1970, the daughter of Jerry and (the late) Nancy Bethel. She is survived by her children, Sidney Bell and Sadie Bell; grandchildren, Jayceon Williams and Olivia Clark; sister, Paula (Jeff) Hoover; father, Jerry Bethel.

Andrea’s greatest enjoyment were her children, grandchildren, close friends and coworkers; many...