All Obituaries

Deanna J. Fonte (Pelyak), age 85 of Canton, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023. She was born in Columbus on March 27, 1938 and lived in Lore City, Magnolia and Canton, Ohio. She was a 1956 graduate of Timken Vocational High School, and a member of St. James Catholic Church in Waynesburg, where she sang in the choir for many years. Deanna was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and a great cook who hosted many Sunday and Holiday dinners. She also enjoyed visiting with neighbors,...

Norbert M. Quilligan "Mike," age 80 of Garfield Heights, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023. He was born in Canton on January 8, 1943 to the late Dr. Norbert E. and Loretta Quilligan. Norbert was a graduate from Canton Central Catholic High School and Walsh University. He later moved to Cleveland to begin his career as a teacher with Cleveland Public Schools. Norbert was an active hunter and fisherman and an Eagle Scout. He was a member of both the TRW Rod & Gun Club...

Douglas R. Schmalzl, age 74 of Canton, passed away Monday, September 25, 2023. Born in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania to the late Robert and Ruth (Smith) Schmalzl, he was a 1967 graduate of Glenwood High School. He was a member of the North Canton Eagles Aerie #2223. Doug was an auto mechanic retiring from Waikem Motors. He was an avid woodworker. He is survived by his wife of 29 years Holly (Ramsey) Schmalzl, step-children Stacy (Eric White) Bruey, Sam (Jessica) Boccuti, brother Bill (Carol)...

Susan K. (Chirumbolo) Pappas, age 71 of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, September 23, 2023. She was born in Canton on October 10, 1952 to the late George and Dorothy (Tolin) Chirumbolo. A 1970 graduate from St. Thomas Aquinas High School, she then earned her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Kent State University. Susan went on to teach at Martin and Fairmount Elementary Schools, retiring after 30 years from Canton City Schools. She was a member of St. Louis Catholic...

Adam J. Rossi Jr. 1926-2023 Adam J. Rossi, Jr., 96, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2023, in the loving arms of his wife of 34 years, Anita A. (Roberto) Rossi. Adam was born on October 31, 1926 to the late Adam, Sr. And Rose (Romano) Rossi, Founders of Rossi Funeral Home. Adam attended Timken High School and Cleveland College of Mortuary Science. A Corporal First Class for the United States Army, having served 22 months in Korea in the ammunition department, before...

Wilbur Neil “Butch” Olmstead age 82 of Canton, passed away Monday. Born in Louisville, OH to the late Melvin and Olive (Knouff) Olmstead, he was the owner of American Demolition, and loved nothing more than working with his “guys”. Butch was an Army veteran and life member of the American Legion Post #44. He is survived by his wife of 10 years Vanthia (Proios) Olmstead, sister Gladys Pennix, son Shaun Olmstead, stepson Anthony (Kendran) Gattuso. Family and friends...

Timothy L. Kiger, age 67 of Canton, passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023. He was born in Canton on October 1, 1955 to the late Lee and June (Ballinger) Kiger. Tim retired from the Hide-A-Way Buffalo Grill. In his free time, Tim loved to cook and enjoyed woodworking. He is survived by his children Melanie (Ron) Abraham, Jenelle Kiger, and Shannon Kiger all of Canton; grandchildren Greg (Lydia) Grooms, Hunter Bury, and Adam Bury; great-grandchildren Myah and Carson Sindledecker and Luka...

Judith L. (Zirpolo) Monnot, age 79, a beloved resident of North Canton, peacefully passed away on Monday, September 11th. She was born in Canton to the late Michael P. Zirpolo, Sr. and Patricia E. Chirumbolo. Sadly, she was also preceded in death by her loving son, David Michael Monnot.   Judy's journey through life was marked by academic achievements. She was a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School and Walsh University, where she undoubtedly left an indelible mark. Her...

Lori K. Picone, 11/24/1959 – 09/09/2023. Lori was born in Canton, OH; she was a 1976 graduate of Canton Lincoln High School, and earned her Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from Kent State University. Lori started her own advertising agency, Studio Marketing & Advertising, a block away from where she grew up, before proudly and successfully moving her business to Chicago, IL in 1991. She continued her success in advertising taking over the Ad Department for Chuck Sypolt...

Rhonda Faye (Curry) Bachelor was born at Mt. Sinai Hospital on August 18, 1968 in Cleveland, Ohio through the union of the late Leon M. Curry, Sr. and Willa Faye Hardin. She was a very special and loving person and had many big dreams as a child. She was very photogenic and always wanted to be the star of every photo, noticing her smile. She graduated from McKinley High School in Canton, Ohio where her biggest accomplishment was being part of the Carol Kuntz Marching Band, either twirling a...