Obituaries

Margaret Mary (Cogan) Leagon of Streetsboro passed away peacefully on August 28, 2022 at the Anna Maria of Aurora nursing home with her husband Jim at her side. She was born on September 27, 1942 in Cleveland, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her mother Mildred, father Wilbur and brother William (Connie). She is survived by her husband Jim...

In Loving Memory ofJohn Blaine GroganJune 26, 1948 – August 27, 2022John B Grogan passed away peacefully at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio on Saturday, August 27, 2022. He was surrounded by the friends that were his family, the people who loved him more than anything. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mollie Cart (Grogan), and his rottweilers...

Judy A. Skiles, 70, of Louisville, passed away unexpectedly during a brief hospital stay on August 27th, 2022. She was born on February 19th, 1952 in Canton, Oh. to the late Clarence and Odah Mae Long. Judy was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Class of 1969. She was retired but worked in manufacturing prior to her retirement. Judy loved...

Nina Lou Roberts 1929 – 2022Nina Roberts died peacefully at her home in Portage Lakes on Friday,August 26th at the age of 92.Nina was born in Peru, Indiana, to Earl Lemuel Foy and Mary EstherLesher Foy. She graduated Peru High School in 1947. Nina married herhigh school sweetheart, Lewis Roberts, in 1948 while studying at IndianaUniversity. The love of her...

Shawn Charles Thomas, age 52, of Canton, Ohio passed away after a long struggle with diabetes complications. He joined the Catholic Church as an adult and was a member of St. Mary/St. Benedict Parish in Canton. Shawn was the eldest child and only son of Tom and Patti Thomas. He graduated from Canton McKinley HS in 1988, where he enjoyed...

Ted L. Feldner passed away August 21, 2022. Born May 8, 1942 to Perly and Emma Bryan Feldner. Ted worked at Dyneer and retired from MK Morse. Ted enjoyed Fishing, playing euchre, and reading. He was one of 13 children and preceded in death by 8 brothers, 4 sisters,  both parents, and 2 stepchildren. He is survived by his wife,...

Ronald (Ron) A. Stutzman age 60 of Massillon, died suddenly Saturday August 20, 2022 after a brief illness which led to a cardiac arrest. He was born in Canton, OH March 20, 1962 to the late Edwin Stutzman & Melva Feriance.Ron is survived by brother Edwin Stutzman; sister Diana Stutzman; nephews Craig (Kelly) Stutzman, Keith (Ashley) Stutzman; great nephew Luke...

Our loved one, Paul A. Valley fought a brave battle with leukemia and was looking forward to reclaiming his life after a recent bone marrow transplant.  Surrounded by family, he passed on Friday, August 19th, 2022.  Paul was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many.  Susann Valley is the devoted love of his life, and together celebrated...

DeAnna J. Meyer, 61 of Canton passed away from cancer on Friday, August 19th 2022.DeAnna was preceded in death by her mother Lois Cameron, and brothers Darren & Doug Getz.She is survived by her three “favorite” and only sons, Tory (Jennifer), Brent (Amanda), and Devon (Jessica) Tucker; her brother,  Dennis (Shannon) Getz; “sister”, Susan (Roger) Croston. “Grammy” fiercely loved her...

George H. Carter, age 84, passed away August 19, 2022, from a non-treatable form of liver cancer which was rapidly invasive. Mercifully, his suffering was cut short as the angels arrived quickly to take him home, according to his perfect faith in Jesus Christ.He was born December 11, 1937, in Alexander City, Alabama, to the late William Harvey “Hob” and...

Frank Robert Bodis age 64 of Barberton,  passed away  August 18th, 2022, after a long battle with cancer. He enjoyed watching the Browns, fishing, motorcycles, listening/playing music and golfing.Preceded in death by parents, John Sr. and Charlotte Bodis, brother, John Bodis, nephew, Ron-John Bodis.  Survived by son, Curtis (Taylor) Bodis; grandchildren, Nixon and Greyson; sister, Eva (Joseph) Varga, and niece,...

Werner H. Buell, 83 of Twinsburg passed away August 18, 2022.He was born March 31, 1939, in Kiel, Germany to the late Ernst and Hermine (Moebus) Buell.Werner was employed for 40 years at Demag Cranes and Components in Solon, Ohio.He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Patrocinio M. (Dizon); sisters, Ursula, and Lisa. Dear uncle and lolo...

Art Barnby of Canton, Ohio passed away on August 18th, surrounded by his family.  Art was an avid fisherman and woodworker who enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his family, friends and his faithful companion, Abby.He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Connie; his 3 sons and their partners who he loved as his own, Scott...

Our Father, Pastor John Charles Macon Sr., 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 17, 2022. He lived his entire life in service to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, as he was raised to do by his parents. He pastored several churches and built a school that is still in operation today. He evangelized and spread the Gospel wherever...

Anthony Gerard “Jerry” Eskridge, age 65, passed away Monday, August 15th, at his home.Born May 20th, 1957, he was the son of Phyllis Eskridge and the late Clinton Harrill. He graduated from Martin Luther King Jr. High School.  Jerry was an avid football fan and will be remembered for his exceptional work ethic.In addition to his mother, Jerry is survived...

Dwight Fauble Hinman of Coventry Township passed away August 14, 2022 following a brief illness at Summa Barberton Hospital. He was born April 25, 1929 in Akron, Ohio. He was preceded in death by wife, of seventy years.  He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He leaves behind five children, six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.

Michael Kim Mestelske passed away peacefully on August 14, 2022 with family by his side.  Michael, age 67, was born in Plainfield, New Jersey. After graduation of high school, Michael enjoyed an extensive career in sales; ultimately leading his family to Cleveland, Ohio for the last 30 years.  Michael enjoyed family vacations to the Outer Banks, fishing, Pirates’ baseball and...

Patricia “Patty” Barto passed away following a yearlong battle with cancer on August 14th 2022. Patty leaves behind children, Kristy Ruble, Sara Barto, Lee Barto; grandchildren,  Isaac, Brooklynn and Layla; sisters, Sharon Courtney, Lana Gruber; brothers, Eric Burnworth, Jody Burnworth; Aunt Louisa; cousins, Michelle, Jerry and many more; companion, Jeff Ayers; special friends, Stacy and Greg Walker and Shawn Hawkins.She...

Robert Earl ReevesDecember 04, 1944August 14, 2022Bob was born in Columbus, Ohio in 1944. His mother, Lelia Mae, was divorced but married his stepfather, John Seaman, when he was about four. He lived in Passaic, NJ, and spent a lot of time in Parkersburg WV and Columbus, OH with his aunts. He was very close to his cousins, Rodney, Ed,...

It is with profound sadness that the family of Desiree Nicole Bramer, age 37, announce her sudden passing on August 13, 2022 in her home in Struthers, OH.  She was born August 20, 1984 in Akron, OH.  Desiree was greeted in heaven by her father, Gary N. Bramer, sister, Amy Bramer, grandparents  and several uncles.  She will forever be remembered...