Obituaries

Carol Nice, age 82, passed away after a two-year intense struggle with ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.  As she could not talk, eat, and had a feeding tube—during much of that time—she ultimately won her battle with this demon disease as she is now at peace. Her fierce strength and independence was evident until her final days. She...

All Ohio Cremation & Burial Societywww.heritagecremationsociety.comArthur Everett Russo, 66, born December 22, 1954, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 surrounded by family.He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Pauleisha Russo. Loving Father of Bonnie Thomas (Robert Bronson) of Livonia, MI, Ian Russo of Brook Park, OH and Brandy Russo of Brook Park, OH.  Faithful companion of...

Bobbie (Bob) Katzenmeyer (85) of Mogadore went to be with the Lord May 12th, 2021. He passed away at home with family at his side after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Bob lived his entire life in the Akron area and was a graduate of Suffield High School. He was a proud member of the USW Local 2L, and...

Linda (Morris) Cook passed away on Mother’s Day Morning, May 9, 2021.  She was born on December 6, 1948 in Canton, Ohio to Ruth and Harley Morris.  She attended Timken Vocational High School and went on to serve in the United States Army.  She attended Canton Business College for Accounting.  She retired from Acme Foods after 17 years, with many...

Ralph James Townsend Jr., 61 of Parma passed away on May 16, 2021 surrounded by his family.He was born January 6, 1960 in Detroit, Michigan to Ralph and Geraldine (nee Stifel) Townsend.He is survived by his loving wife Sandra (nee Buss); daughters Janet Townsend and Jackie (Brett) Todd; sister Rhonda Townsend; granddaughters Alyana and Brooklyn; sisters-in-law Ginger and Bonnie; and...

Victoria Dawn Flickinger age 27, of Canton, passed away May 3, 2021.  She battled kidney problems since birth. Victoria was born March 15, 1994 to Dawn Capalingo and Victor Hilton.  She loved driving, spending time with family and friends and being outside.Victoria is preceded in death by her son, Jace Mendell and grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. McCartney and Mr. &...

Edgardo Miranda, 85 of Seven Hills, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 15, 2021.He was born November 15, 1935 in the Philippines, Edgardo lived a life of service and adventure. His childhood was spent surviving the Japanese occupation of the Philippines. When Edgardo grew up, he enlisted in the US Navy, a duty that would take him, his wife,...

Jerry M. Ridgeway passed away May 6, 2021 at Community Care Center after many months of illness. He was born September 2, 1947 in Woodsfield, Ohio and graduated from high school in Skyview, Ohio. He moved to Alliance in 1982 and began his career of truck driving for Belnap Trucking. He had 30 years of his greatest love travelling over...

Patti L. Paul, 69, passed away on May 7th, 2021. Patti loved baking for her friends and family. She really enjoyed decorating the common areas of the senior building where she lived in Massillon, Ohio, for different holidays and seasons. Patti liked to help her friends and family celebrate birthdays with cards and balloons.Patti was preceded in death by her...

Diana Richards passed away May 6, 2021. She was born June 6,1956 in Akron, Ohio to the late Oscar and Patricia (Meade) Wiley. Diana was a strong lady, she loved taken care of plants, reading books and had a love for animals.In addition to her parents Diana is preceded in death by grandparents, uncles, and aunts, sister-in-law, Tracie.Diana is survived...

Fredrick R. Webb, age 74, of Cleveland passed away peacefully on May 7, 2021.He was the son of the late Fredric and Jean Webb (nee Morton); brother of the late Paul and Joel; friend of Bruce Madorsky, Jenna Juredine, Tony Marchetti and a host of others.United States Navy Veteran serving during the Vietnam War.Contributions may be made toCrossroads Hospice 9775...

Irma Jean Bigelow Everson slipped away from the family she loved, and who loved her on April 14, 2021 into the hands of God, to be reunited with the love of her life, Hugh E. Everson Sr. who was waiting for her heaven. They were married for 49 years before his passing. She was born to the late Fred and...

Kim Ockerman age 55 of Canton, Ohio passed away April 29, 2021. She was born June 9, 1965 to Richard and Rose Bernosky. Kim loved being with her four grandchildren, being around dogs and enjoying time outside in the sun. Her dream was to have a seeing eye dog and was very proud to be working toward that.Kim is preceded...

Shirley A. Spencer 62, of Massillon passed away on May 4, 2021. She was born August 20, 1958 and was a lifelong resident of Massillon, Ohio.She is preceded in death by her son, Michael and father, Ralph Gibson.Shirley is survived by her mother, Laura Gibson of East Canton; four brothers, David Gibson of Jackson, Ray Gibson of Cincinnati, Don (Tammy)...

Mary Catherine (Angell) Hornsby 84, of Ravenna, OH passed away peacefully on May 5, 2021. Born February 6, 1937, in Collier, PA, to the late Rudolph and Mary (Ruffner) Angell.  Mary grew up a coal miner’s daughter in York Run, PA.  While attending Georges Township High School, Mary was a class officer and a member of The Big Seven.  Mary...

Leo Benyo, 84, was born December 4, 1936, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021.Beloved son of the late Andrew and Mary Benyo (Depta); loving husband of the late Carole (Jandziszak);  cherished father of Christine Benyo, Cindy Kvet, Stephanie Benyo, and David Benyo;  loving grandfather Jon, Todd Melissa,William, Brittney, Allison; great grandfather; dear brother of Joan Abramovic (John) both deceased), Betty...

Libero Rinaldi, born January 16, 1956 in Brooklyn, New York, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on May 4, 2021.He is survived by his wife, Barbara Rinaldi and four sons: Lee Rinaldi (Amanda), Anthony Rinaldi (Melinda), Michael Rinaldi (Tara Larck) and Richard Rinaldi. Grandfather of 13.Libero was preceded in death by his parents, Tony and Rose...

Rose “Rosebud” (Yax) Snyder passed away April 29, 2021 at the age of 75.  Preceded in death by mother, Irene Leers and brother-in-law, Jimmy Delphia.  Beloved partner to James Harte; dear mother to Lisa (Keith) Kainec; grandmother to Jacob (Autumn), Nathan and Ryan; great-grandmother to Ezra; beloved sister to Gary (Cathy) Yax, Sandy Yax and Denise Delphia; special niece to...

On Wednesday April 28, 2021, Douglas Koffel, age 65 of Minerva, passed away at home in the presence of his loving wife and daughters. He was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for fishing and hunting. Retired from North Canton City Schools as the Head Bus Mechanic, you could often find him fixing or building anything and everything.Preceded in death...

David R. Decker of Malvern died peacefully at home April 24th, 2021 after a long illness at the age of 82. David was born in Canton, OH on January 15th, 1939 to the late Arthur and Helen Decker. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, a Brown Township Trustee for 20 years, and retired from Timken Company after 33...