Obituaries

David (Dave) James Rouech

David (Dave) James Rouech

October 19, 2023

David (Dave) James Rouech, age 75, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully Thursday, October 19, 2023 surrounded by his family. This gentle, loving, caring and wonderful man has left a permanent mark etched on our hearts and will be missed by all who knew him.  Dave was born on November 20, 1947 to Jack and Faye (Brustmaker) Rouech in Saginaw,...

Timothy J. Tober

Timothy J. Tober

October 18, 2023

Timothy J. Tober – Son of the late Gustav and Patricia (née English) passed away October 18, 2023.He was preceded in death by his siblings, Cheryl, William, and Michael.Uncle of Patrick McIntosh (Julie) and Jennifer Moore (Brian); great uncle of Jessica and Tiffany McIntosh and Alexander Moore.He leaves behind many extended family members and friends who loved him and who...

Scott Allen Roland

Scott Allen Roland

October 16, 2023

Scott Allen Roland passed away on October 16, 2023 in his home surrounded by family.  He was born in Canton, Ohio to the late Harvey and Nancy (Smalley) Roland on March 1, 1961.

Scott graduated from Louisville High School in 1979 where he was a member of the debate team.

Scott was a proud veteran of the United States Navy.    

Scott enjoyed...

Dawn Zeitler

Dawn Zeitler

October 16, 2023

Dawn Lynnette Zeitler, 74, went home to be with the Lord on October 16th, 2023, after she fearlessly lost her battle with pancreatic cancer. Born November 26th, 1948, to Donald H. & Leona Dull in Akron, Ohio. Dawn graduated from Cuyahoga Falls High School, class of 1966. She and her late husband, David resided in Cuyahoga Falls. Dawn was a...

Patrick Sterner

Patrick Sterner

October 14, 2023

Patrick Sterner, 58, of Navarre died unexpectedly on October 14th, 2023 from sudden health problems. His family is shocked and deeply saddened.Pat was born on February 19th, 1965 to Darlene & Terry Sterner in Massillon, Ohio. Pat was passionate about woodworking, carpentry, camping, and politics . He was an excellent carpenter and woodworker with a good work ethic.He worked at...

Deborah Lee Mason

Deborah Lee Mason

October 14, 2023

Deborah Lee Mason, aged 72 of Canton, went home to be with the Lord on October 14, 2023, following an extended illness. Debbie was foremost a wife and a mother to all. She did enjoy working at the Akron Canton Airport as a baggage X-ray tech. She loved gardening, crafting, painting, and creating. She also enjoyed playing cards and games...

Virginia Wilson

Virginia Wilson

October 13, 2023

Virginia Wilson, 84, passed away Friday, October 13, 2023.Please call Heritage Cremation Society, 330-875-5770, with any family information.

Jo Ann McFall

Jo Ann McFall

October 12, 2023

On the morning of October 12, 2023, Jo Ann (Thomas) McFall passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer with her son by her side. Jo was 81 years old.Jo was born in Marion, Ohio to James and Annetta Thomas on June 24, 1942. She grew up in Marion and after graduation she attended college in Buffalo, New York...

Robert A. Ondecker

Robert A. Ondecker

October 12, 2023

Robert Allen Ondecker, 92, passed away peacefully the morning of October 12, 2023.Born in Akron on December 13, 1930, he attended St. Paul’s Grade School and St. Vincent’s High School (class of 1948), before becoming an employee at General Tire. Starting out as a “mail boy”, he eventually worked his way up to the position of National Manager of Warehouse...

Lawrence “Larry” Klinzing

Lawrence “Larry” Klinzing

October 12, 2023

Lawrence “Larry”  Klinzing passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on October 12, 2023 at the age of 86. He was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.Larry, a native of Pennsylvania, graduated from Conemaugh High School in 1956. Following his graduation, Larry proudly served in the Navy as a Seabee during the Vietnam War, where he played...

Barbara E. Boytim

Barbara E. Boytim

October 11, 2023

Barbara E. (Schnoor) Boytim passed away peacefully on October 11, 2023 with her husband of 49 years, Michael, at her side.Born in Cleveland, she grew up in Parma Hts., graduating from Valley Forge High School. Shortly after meeting her future husband, she went to work for Teamsters, Local 407, serving as their bookkeeper for 32 years, retiring in 2005. What...

Edward Thomas Merryman

Edward Thomas Merryman

October 11, 2023

Edward Thomas Merryman 62, passed away peacefully in his home on October 11th, 2023. Born in Canton Ohio on March 12th, 1961. He grew up on the family farm. He was a diesel mechanic by trade. He was known by most as someone who could fix anything. A loving husband, father, grandfather and the best brother and uncle. He was...

Terry L. Self

Terry L. Self

October 11, 2023

Terry L. Self (62) passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023. Terry was born March 26, 1961.  He was a musician who loved to play his guitar and sing. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, tending to his garden, and grilling on his smoker with his dog, Boo.  Anyone who knew Terry knew his love for joke telling and being the life of...

Paul Gregory Kit

Paul Gregory Kit

October 10, 2023

Paul Gregory Kit(1967-2023) On October 10, 2023, Paul Kit, loving husband and father of two children, passed away after a brief but courageous struggle with leukemia. Paul was born on January 9, 1967 in Hartford, Connecticut to Harry and Maxine Kit. He grew up in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida where he loved working on cars, motorcycles and fix-it projects with...

Bernadette R. Mar

Bernadette R. Mar

October 10, 2023

Bernadette (Bonnie) R. Mar (nee Acela), age 81, died at home on October 11, 2023.  Beloved mother of David Wilczewski (Renee), Paul Wilczewski (Jennifer) and Robert. Grandmother of Katherine (Andrew Zak), Sarah, Daniel, Timothy, Warren and Adam Wilczewski. Devoted daughter of Michael and Agnes Acela, devoted sister of Mary, Margaret and Rita (Richard McGranahan).Born and raised in Cleveland, Bonnie graduated...

Tamara Neel

Tamara Neel

October 10, 2023

Tamara Neel passed away on the morning of October 10, 2023, at the age of 74. She had her sons by her side. She was battling cancer, that had taken her way to soon. She had many loving people in her life, from family, to many family friends at work and in life.  She always spoke her piece and never...

Richard Allen Schreckengost

Richard Allen Schreckengost

October 9, 2023

Richard Allen Schreckengost passed away at home with dignity on October 9, 2023 with his wife and sons by his side.Rick was born on February 22, 1953 to the late Walter and Virginia Schreckengost.  In addition to his parents Rick was preceded in death by his sister, Margaret Duncan, his mother-in-law, Audrey Marshall and father-in-law, William Marshall.Rick married Cynthia Marshall...

Junior Lee Blake

Junior Lee Blake

October 9, 2023

Junior Lee Blake age 82 of Dover, passed away Monday, October 9, 2023 in the Truman Hospice House after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.  Born January 22, 1941 in Strasburg, Ohio. Junior was a son of the late Raymond and Gretchen (Howell) Blake. He married Shirley Greisen May 20, 1963.Together the couple raised three children.  He learned the carpentry trade at an early age and became a self-employed...

Donald Ebert Gray

Donald Ebert Gray

October 9, 2023

Donald Ebert Gray, born December 30th, 1952, in Wooster, OH, passed away Monday, October 9th, 2023 at 7:50 PM surrounded by loved ones at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital.Don served Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church as a councilman and usher, he was on the board of the Golden Circle Credit Union, an active member of the Northeastern Ohio Live Steamers and...

Gary Andre Salata II

Gary Andre Salata II

October 8, 2023

Gary Andre Salata II, known as Andy to everyone, passed away on October 8th, 2023.Andy was born in Argentia Newfoundland, while his father was serving in the U.S. Navy.He grew up in Garfield Heights, Ohio and loved it here. He lived in the same location since he was two years old.He had a smile for everyone and was just a...