All Obituaries

James M. Ross, age 88, of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. Jim was born on December 31, 1935 in Akron to the late James and Fannie (Testa) Ross. After graduating from North High School, he served two years in the US Navy Reserve while stationed in Norfolk, Virginia.  Jim was an agent for over 40 years with New York Life Insurance Company, and a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church. Jim was also an avid golfer, and one of the first members of...

Paul “PP” A. Patrick Jr., age 91 of Canton, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024. He was born in Canton on May 2, 1932 to the late Paul Sr. and Libby (Pellegrine) Patrick. Paul attended South Market Grade School and graduated from Timken Vocational High School. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force, and later retired from the Hoover Company, where he worked in the Engineering Division for over 31 years. For many years he was the Topp Chelet's Maitre d, and...

Shirley N. Salvino, age 90 of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. She was born in Ravenna, Ohio on October 15, 1933 to the late Fred and Ethel (Weirick) Dunlap. A graduate of Rootstown High School, she later became a self-employed beautician working for many nursing homes in the area. Shirley was a member of Little Flower Catholic Parish. She was always cooking and baking, and loved her grandchildren more than anything. Along with her parents, Shirley was preceded in death by...

Annette “Nettie” M. (Meese) Conklin, age 58 of North Canton, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2024. She was born in Canton to the late William Meese and Madeline (Gialluca) Meese-Pietrocola. Nettie was a 1983 graduate of GlenOak High School. She continued her education at Stark State University earning an Associates Degree in Medical Coding. She was employed at Aultman Hospital for many years. Nettie enjoyed family dinners and hosting holiday celebrations at her home. She loved...

Walter W. Lauer, Jr., age 92 of Canton, passed away on Monday, April 15, 2024. He was born in Graysville, Ohio on February 18, 1932 to the late Walter, Sr. and Clara (Smith) Lauer. Walter proudly served his country in the U.S. Army and later retired from General Tire. He loved to study astronomy and family lineage, making a large family tree of his own. Walter is survived by his children Michael (Linda) Lauer, Ina (Norman) Lauer, and Patrick (Jan) Lauer; three grandchildren Seth (Andrea)...

Alexander “Alex” A. Gonyias, age 87 of North Canton, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024. He was born in Monongahela, Pennsylvania on February 12, 1937 to the late Andrew Gonyias and Mary (Somales) Katsilas. He was a graduate of Homestead High School and furthered his education at Penn State University. Alex was a die hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan and a season ticket holder for many years. Alex is survived by his children Lisa (Bruce) Wilson, Drew (Kelly) Gonyias, Mary Jo...

Alexander “Alex” William Ballora, age 31of Canton, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024. He was born in Canton, Ohio on September 1, 1992. He attended Glenoak High School, and worked at The Cosmic Space. In his free time, Alex loved watching football and racing, and enjoyed attending car shows with close friends. He is survived by his mother Tanya Myronowytsch Ballora (Mark Neading); brother Devin Ballora (Nikki); grandmother Krystyna Myronowytsch; uncle Paul (Heidi)...

Alexandros K. Petrakis passed away Thursday at the age of forty-eight surrounded by his family and friends. Alex had bravely fought cancer for two years with the loving support of his children. Alex was born in Canton, Ohio and was a graduate of Kent State University. He earned his livelihood in sales by using his best asset, which was his charismatic personality. He enjoyed traveling, especially to his ancestral homeland, Greece. He was a talented glassblower who kept busy helping others,...

Thomas “Tommy/TC" Cazantzes, age 63 of Canton, passed away Wednesday, April 11, 2024. He was a lifelong resident of Canton and a graduate of GlenOak High School. Tom was a past-president of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and proudly served as a Chanter at St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church. He worked for the Hoover Company and Cutler Realty. Tom was an enthusiastic Cleveland Indians fan. Tom was preceded in death by his father Peter N. Cazantzes. He is survived by his...

Helen (Pavlos) Ballas, age 90, of North Canton, passed away Monday, April 8th. Born in Tarpon Springs, Florida to the late Michael and Nomiki Pavlos, she was also preceded in death by her husband William Ballas and sister Sylvia (Gus) Gavrilos. She was a resident of Campbell and member of Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church. Helen is survived by her sons Nick (Virginia) Ballas, Mike (Terri Tisone) Ballas, grandchildren William (Mari) Ballas, US Army Captain Dr. Thomas (Santanna Cowan)...