All Obituaries

Mary E. (Savasta) Buonaspina, age 89 of Canton, passed away Tuesday evening, November 24, 2020. Born in Canton Ohio to the late Cono and Carmela (Colechia) Savasta, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years Michael D. Buonaspina. A graduate of McKinley High School, she was a former member of St. Louis Catholic Church. She is survived by her children Rick (Diane) Buonaspina and Karen Bowman. She cherished her four grandchildren Vanessa (Christopher) Matney, Michael (Kim)...

ROSE M. MEOLA Covid-19 took the life of Rose M. Meola on November 24, 2020 at the age of 94. Because of the way she lived her life she was welcomed by God and reunited with the love of her life, Frank. She was born March 27, 1926 to the late Nickolas and Isabelle Streamo. She was a devoted daughter, and handled the responsibility of being the eldest of seven children with grace and a caring spirit. Rose graduated from Timken Vocational High School, receiving the class award for Most...

Donald K. Kennedy, 65, died on November 22, 2020. Survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, three brothers and one sister. He worked at Rorick's Drywall, Allen Keith and most recently Design Restoration. Friends may call on Saturday from 10 to 11 am at the Rossi Family Funeral Home.

William (Bill) H. Byrd, age 93, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 22nd from Covid -19 complications. He was born on January 15, 1927 in Blackfork, Ohio to the late Roy Byrd and the late Ferne Byrd Morrison. Bill was a 1945 graduate of Harding High School in Marion, Ohio and then proudly enlisted to serve his country as a Quartermaster in the U.S. Navy during World War II. His professional career focused on display advertising for various newspapers including the Marion Star,...

      Joan F. (Slayman) DeGeorgia age 83 of Canton, passed away Wednesday. Born in Canton to the late John and Esther Slayman, she was preceded in death by her husband Raymond A. “Sid” DeGeorgia. Joan was a graduate of Louisville High School. She was an avid gardener. Joan is survived by her son Brian (Diane) Lambrou, grandson Kenneth R. O'Rell, loving niece and friend Diane (Jerry) Rodak. Family and friends will be received on Tuesday from 10 to 11 am at...

David Guy Logan Mack, age 78, of Canton, Ohio was born to the late Henry L. Mack, Sr., and Helen K. (Wells) Mack. He departed this life on November 18, 2020.   After graduation from McKinley Sr. High School, David enlisted in the Unites States Army in 1964. He served as an SP4 E-4 until 1966, followed by an additional four years in the United States Army Reserves. While serving his country, David met his wife and married in 1966.   David had a passion for remote controlled...

Samuel A. Monastra, Sr., age 88 of Canton, passed away Tuesday evening. Born in Canton to the late Salvatore and Josephine (Cassara) Monastra, he was preceded in death by his wife Nancy, brothers Nathan, Joseph, Frank, sisters Ann Warren and Carmel Sturiale. Angelo was a graduate of Lincoln High School Class of 1951. He was a member of St. Anthony/All Saints Catholic Parish and the Canton Ex-News Boys. An avid bowler, he was a member of the Canton Bowlers Hall of Fame. Angelo was very proud...

James “Jim” A. Rosetta, age 73 of Canton, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020. He was born in Canton to the late Vincent and Connie (Pompi) Rosetta on July 28, 1947. Jim was a 1965 graduate of Timken Vocational High School, and later went on to own and operate various business throughout his life, including Spring Valley Golf Course, All In One Food Stores, and What's Up Doc Transportation. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Linda (Grassano) of Canton;...

Earl C. Ingold 8/29/32 – 11/12/2020 May the road rise up to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face; the rains fall soft upon your head and until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. ~ an Irish Blessing A celebration of life will take place at a later date.                  

Maria (Boumis) Basiakos age 82 of Canton, passed away Wednesday afternoon at home. Born in Souli, Greece to the late Elias and Anastasia (Poulos) Boumis, she was preceded in death by her brother George Boumis. Maria was a member of St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, Philoptochos, and the Senior Citizens Club. She held a variety of jobs including working as a seamstress at various retail stores, and a cook for Malone University. Maria loved to cook and help people! She will be remembered...