Obituaries

Frank William Toth Sr. (79) passed away September 25, 2021. Born August 9, 1942, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Son of late Frank J. and Margaret E.; brother of the late Margaret Miller. He is the father of surviving Frank Jr., Kenneth and James, father-in-law of, Ganna Kutuzova and grandfather to, Elliana. Frank lived most of his life in Berea, Ohio then...

Jeffery P. Kelly, beloved son of Theresa (nee Kubicina) (George) Thorne and William (Cathy Rouwenhorst) Kelly, passed away suddenly, September 16, 2021, at the age of 36.  He is preceded in death by his loving brother, William “Billy”; his grandparents, William Kelly, Frank and Theresa Kubicina.  Jeff is survived by his beloved brother, Jacob (Maria), and his deeply adored niece,...

John R. Elliott, a longtime Bedford resident passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, at the age of 74. John was the cherished and loving son of the late, Avis Marie (nee Lancaster) and Elba Elliott. Dearest brother of Dorothy Marie Salsbury and the late, Fred and Ray Elliott. John is survived by his beloved nephew, Joseph Salsbury, Margie (nee Salbury) Jacobson,...

Allen David Ells, aka “Big Al”; father, uncle (Funkle), brother, cousin, friend, and all-around handful, could never be properly described in an obituary.Born July 16, 1966 in Auburn Indiana, he grew up in Columbus Ohio.  Graduated from UAHS in 1985, with a football career that would follow him through college. This smiley guy would never be contained as he made...

CHESTER J. KULAK, age 92, a Navy veteran, passed away September 15, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Peggy) and cherished father of Ted (Pat), Tom, Mary, and Joe Kulak; grandfather of two, great-grandfather of four; son of the late Frank and Mary Kulak. FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Cleveland (corner of...

David Callicoat age 58, of Carrollton passed away September 18. David was born on April 13, 1963. David enjoyed working when he was able and loved to do yardwork. He also loved helping others when he could. He was also an avid reader of the bible and daily devotionals. David loved to cook and enjoyed eating sweets.David is preceded in...

Joseph E. Price 72 of Canal Fulton, passed away peacefully September 21, 2021, surrounded by family. He was born August 26, 1949, in Barberton, Ohio. Joe served his country proudly, with two tours in Viet Nam with the US Navy. He was Past Commander of Army/Navy 250, member of VFW Post 9795, a founding member (and DJ) of Ohio’s Northcoast...

Judy E. Bowers (54) of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2021, surrounded by family. She was born on December 24, 1966, in Columbus, OH. In her earlier years, Judy worked at the Columbus Convention Center before becoming a stay-at-home Mother. Growing up, Judy learned & was raised in the Church. She, and her family, have been Jehovah’s...

Kenneth M. “Kenny” Taylor Jr. age 71, of Dover, Ohio passed away September 14, 2021. He was born September 5, 1950, to the late Kenneth Sr and Dorsey (Mullins) Taylor. Kenny loved to golf and watched all sports. He loved going out to eat, going to many craft stores, festivals, and his yearly vacation to Myrtle Beach with his wife....

Don passed away suddenly September 19th, 2021, at the age of 60. He was born in Massillon Ohio on December 24th, 1960, to the late Phyllis Noyes and Don Crites. Don was a Veteran of the United States Army. He is preceded in death by brother, Mark Nutter. Don is survived by his four sisters, Pauline Dacosta, Julie Cicchetti, Kay...

Daniel Ryan Barrett, age 31, was tragically taken away from us on September 17th, 2021. Born on April 2nd, 1990, Daniel lived in Canton, Ohio. Barrett attended Timken High School and graduated with his diploma through Canton City Schools Digital Academy. Daniel was known for being the life of the party with his sarcastic sense of humor, and his contagious...

William Dale “Bill” Schafer age 65, passed away September 10th, 2021. Bill enjoyed riding his Harley, playing golf, and was an avid sports watcher who was very passionate about Ohio State Football. (Go Bucks!)Bill was predeceased by parents, Henry and Fern, and brother, Ronald. He leaves behind his daughter, Madison Long; longtime friend, Cherie Starcher and her daughter, Britini Starcher;...

Richard L. Ray, age 69 passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021 after a lengthy illness.  He was born March 15, 1952, in Canton, Ohio.  Richard retired from the Timken Company after being a dedicated employee for 30 years.  Before becoming ill, Richard spent most of his time enjoying the outdoors while hunting, fishing and enjoying walks. Richard was...

“To teach is to touch a life forever” Dr. Maureen Loudin lived that quote every day of the 64 years she spent on this earth. After a two-and-a-half-year battle with ovarian cancer, Dr. Maureen (Sullivan) Loudin passed away peacefully in her Chagrin Falls, OH home in her sleep on the morning of September 18th, 2021 surrounded by her husband of...

Gary L. “Cowboy” Johnston 75 of Dalton, Ohio was set free to ride the range on September 11, 2021, with his loved ones by his side. Born in Massillon, Ohio on January 15, 1946, he was the youngest son to the late Russell and Dorothy (Hershey) Johnston. He was a resident of Massillon most of his life. After a disabling...

Shirley A. Sharpless, 81, passed away Saturday, August 21st, 2021, after a short battle with lung cancer. She was born in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania on March 3rd, 1940, to the late Harry and Vannetta (Hoy) Smith and was the youngest of seven children. She graduated from Philipsburg High School in 1958, and married John F. Sharpless in 1972, who passed away...

Therese M. (Zettler) Binkley, age 96, passed away September 20, 2021, at her home. Therese was a lifelong resident of Canton. Her life was a living example of her unfaltering faith in God that began at home while growing up in a loving devout Catholic family.Therese was preceded in death by her husband, Dave E. Binkley and son, Dennis G....

Bernard “Buzz” Bringenberg age 83, passed away September 16, 2021.  He was born February 20, 1938, in Hazleton, PA to the late John and Rose Bringenberg. He graduated from St. Gabriel’s High School and was a U.S. Army veteran. He moved to the Cleveland area in the early 60s and later resided in Munroe Falls.  He was a backyard gardener,...

Charles Mark Beckwith age 42 of Fairlawn, passed away August 26, 2021. Charles was an avid reader, online author, collector of anime characters, loved driving and enjoyed working. He leaves behind his mother, Linda F Beckwith; father and stepmother, Michael and Carol Beckwith; brothers, Christopher and Curtis Beckwith.

John Zadra 67, of New Philadelphia, passed away on Friday, September 17, 2021, in Community Hospice at the Truman House in New Philadelphia. Born September 7, 1954, he was the son of the late Julius and Goldie (Summers) Zadra and a 1972 graduate of Tuscarawas Central Catholic High School.  John worked for Mid-Ohio Contracting for many years. When he wasn’t...