All Obituaries

Nick A. Kotema age 85 of Massillon, passed away Thursday afternoon. Born in Canton to the late Michael and Mary (Opat) Kotema, he was preceded in death by his brothers John, Joseph, Paul, Steve Kotema, sisters Agnes Mancini, Helen Lepore, Mary Ciconti, and Joyce Kotema. Nick was a 1954 graduate of Lincoln High School. He was an avid fan, supporter for the Canton McKinley Bulldogs having served as an usher for both basketball and football games for many years. He also was an usher for many...

James “Jim” W. Joseph, age 75 of Canton, passed away on Thursday, February 18, 2021. He was born in Morgantown, West Virginia on August 9, 1945 to the late Alma “Abe” and Alma Joseph. Jim retired after 34 years as a truck driver for Reiter Dairy, and later began his dream job working at golf courses for Sable Creek and Raintree. He was an avid bowler as well as an outdoorsman - he loved fishing, hunting, and of course, golfing! Jim was a member of the Buckeye Corvette...

Mary H. Makris nee Papacostas, passed away suddenly on February 17, 2021, with her loving husband Stefanos E. Makris by her side. She is survived by sons, Emmanuel and George Makris. Mary was preceded in death by her parents George Papacostas and Elizabeth (Saimes) Papacostas, as well as sisters Christine Muntean and Sona Papacostas, and brother-in-laws Anthony and Michael Makris. She is also survived by brothers Peter (Anne) Papacostas, John (Jeannie) Papacostas, George (Marcia) Papacostas,...

Wilhelm “Will” Fuss, 71, passed away Feb 11, 2021 at Akron General Hospital after struggling with a sudden illness. He was born January 18, 1950 in Canton. Preceded in death by his parents John "Bill" and Albertina Fuss of Canton. Will was a beloved father, partner, caregiver, grandfather, brother, husband, and uncle. Devoted father of Erich Fuss, and Jared Fuss (Jennifer Lawson) of Canton, Kirk (Michelle) Fuss of Tucson, and Julianna Fuss (Ron Reese) of Las Vegas. 7...

Christine Mildred Riley passed away February 6, 2021 peacefully surrounded by family. Born February 5, 1926 to David & Gertrude Robinson in McKeesport, Pa. She graduated from McKeesport High School on D-Day. Following graduation, Christine inspected 90 mm and 240 mm bombshells at the local war plant. She graduated from Leland Powers School of Theatre and Radio in Boston, MA. She then worked at WMCK Radio, McKeesport, PA, where she wrote and produced 4 radio programs.   Married...

Dino J. Valentine age 89 of Canton, passed away Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Canton, Ohio to the late John and Adelina (Chiarucci) Valentine. He was preceded in death by his brothers Herman Valentine (KIA WWII) and Ervin Valentine, and sister Mafalda “Muffy” (Valentine) Simpson. Dino was a 1949 graduate of Timken Vocational High School, where he excelled in football and baseball. A Korean War U.S. Air Force veteran, where he...

Jennifer Lee (Brace) Randell age 64 of Canton, passed away Tuesday. She was born in Canton to the late Roy D. Brace and Marilyn Mae (Peterman) Brace, she was preceded in death by her husband James L. Randell. Jennifer was a 1974 graduate of Oakwood High School. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in North Canton. She retired from the Canton Repository after 25 years of service. Jennifer is survived by her step-mother Margaret Brace, brother Donald (Carol)...

Amanda Jeanne McGarry Taralla, age 31 of Canton, Ohio passed away on Monday, February 1, 2021. She was born in Canton on September 16, 1989 and was a 2007 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. Mandi later completed the Emergency Medical Technology program at Stark State College and obtained her EMT License. Utilizing her license, she worked part time as a Security Guard for the Stark County Library and then as a Nursing Assistant for Allay, a local Memory Care facility. Mandi...

Joseph P. Gallucci age 84 of North Canton, passed away early Monday at home surrounded by his loving children. Born in Middlebranch, OH to the late Patsy and Emma (White) Gallucci, he was preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife of 59 years, Karen (Stallcup) Gallucci on January 11, 2021 and brother Bob Gallucci. Joe was a 1954 graduate of Middlebranch High School and an Army veteran. He was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church in North Canton. His greatest joy was his...

Venna J. (Fonte) Sylvester age 78 of Louisville, passed away Sunday morning. Born in Canton to the late Venanzio and Amelia (Susie) Fonte, she was preceded in death by her brother Dominic Fonte and sister Ann Pechalk. Venna was a 1960 graduate of Timken Vocational High School. Along with her husband and son she was the owner-operator of the Hide-A-Way Buffalo Grill for 59 years. Venna is survived by her husband of 59 years Harry J. Sylvester, sons Michael (Chris) Sylvester, Tim (Sherry)...