James "Jim" N. Sparks
Feb 6, 2025
JAMES N. SPARKS, CANTON – Jim Sparks, 52, passed away on February 6, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Jim was born on May 24, 1972 in Canton, Ohio to Regina (DiGiacomo) and Danny Sparks. Jim graduated from Perry High School in 1990 where he was involved in Perry Pipers, theater and the debate team. He then...
Ruth A. Hughes
Feb 6, 2025
Ruth A (Hirschman) Hughes, 81, went peacefully with the lord on February 6, 2025. Ruth was born on October 28, 1943, and graduated from Hoover High School in 1961. Ruth then worked for the Hoover Company for 35 years. She loved bowling, traveling in the RV and going on cruises with Denny and her friends. She was a member...
Antonio Pupo
Feb 6, 2025
"It's more blessed to give then receive."Â Acts 20:35
Antonio Pupo, age 90 of Canton, born in Isca Sul' Ionio, Province of Calabria Italy, passed away February 6, 2025. He was surrounded by his devoted family when his beautiful soul was called home to rest. Antonio was a strong man and hard worker. He retired from Sugardale...
Cynthia J. (Bigler) Nero
Feb 6, 2025
Cynthia "Cindy" Jean Bigler Nero (April 11, 1947 – February 6, 2025)
In loving memory of Cynthia "Cindy" Jean Nero, who passed from this world on February 6, 2025, after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. Born on April 11, 1947, to Wayne Bigler and Angeline Lombardi, Cindy's life was a quiet symphony of love, devotion,...
Lawrence J. Mihalik
Feb 1, 2025
Lawrence "Larry" J. Mihalik, age 71 of North Canton, passed away Saturday, February 1st at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Canton to the late Zigmond and Geraldine (McGee) Mihalik, he was also preceded in death by his sisters Theresa Ann Mihalik and Claudia Higgins. He was a 1972 graduate of Oakwood High School. Larry was a...
Olen Paul Reed
Feb 1, 2025
Olen Paul Reed, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, died suddenly at home on February 1, 2025. He is survived by his wife Pearl Reed (nee Heatherly), three sons: Greg, Olen, and Byrun twelve grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was born in Philippi, West Virginia on August 28, 1941. After graduation from high school, he enlisted in the...
Steve Konstantinou
Feb 1, 2025
Steve Konstantinou, age 71 of Canton, passed away on his birthday, Saturday, February 1, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Kria Vrisi, Greece, he emigrated to Canton at the age of 16. Steve was a 1972 graduate of McKinley High School and attended the University of Akron. He was a member of Holy Trinity Greek...
Socrates "Soc" Sakolevidis
Jan 29, 2025
Socrates "Soc" Sakolevidis was born in Canton, Ohio on May 13, 1971, and passed away to be with our Lord on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at the age of 53. He was preceded in death by his father John Sakolevas. Soc is survived by his loving mother Simela Sakolevas; daughters Kayla and Simela; their mother and his spouse April;...
Marie E. Tsangeos
Jan 28, 2025
It is with deep sadness we announce that Marie E. Tsangeos ("Sissy") passed away unexpectedly on January 28, 2025. She was born on Aug 3, 1955, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Marie was a loving sister, caring aunt, faithful great-aunt and loyal friend. Her tender thoughtfulness will be greatly missed. Marie was preceded in death by her parents, John N. and...
Elizabeth J. (Knight) Creed
Jan 27, 2025
Elizabeth "Betty" Jane Creed, age 98 passed away peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2025 into the arms of Jesus Christ, whom she loved and served her entire life. Betty was born in Louisville, Kentucky on May 5, 1926 to the late Carl and Aileen (Miller) Knight.
A loving and devoted mother, she is survived by her daughter...
Mary "Maria" Vaitsis Hadjian
Jan 26, 2025
The beautiful soul of Mary Hadjian has been reunited in heaven with her Maker, on January 26, 2025. She was born in Canton, Ohio on November 24, 1932, to George and Irene Vaitsis. Mary was the fourth of five children.
Mary's deepest desire was to be a mother. She fulfilled this role with patience, kindness and encouragement,...
Thomas L. Harmon
Jan 26, 2025
Thomas "Tom" L. Harmon, age 70 of Canton, passed away on Sunday, January 26, 2025 in Estero, Florida. He was born in Canton on October 13, 1954 to the late Daryl and Waffie (Holland) Harmon. Tom graduated from Canton Lincoln High School in 1972. He after was elected into public office for the next 30 years, becoming the Canton...
Carol J. (Wilson) Diruzza
Jan 25, 2025
Carol Jean (Wilson) DiRuzza, 86, of Canton, left us peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at her home in Charlotte, NC. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother who will always be remembered for her devotion to her family.
Born on October 14, 1938, in Newcomerstown, OH, to Ethel and Willis Wilson, Carol graduated from Timken...
Linda R. (Grosskopf) Kelly
Jan 25, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda R. Kelly, age 72 of Louisville, Ohio. Passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025. A cherished wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Linda lived a life defined by grace, compassion, and an unwavering love for her family and friends. She was born in Canton on...
Richard "Dick" Pindel
Jan 24, 2025
Richard (Dick) Pindel, age 89, of Canton, passed away peacefully at home Friday, January 24, 2025. Dick was born in Oil City, PA on March 24, 1935 to the late Frank and Catherine (Stapera) Pindle. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish at St. Anthony Church. He graduated from Canton Timken Vocational High School in 1953...
Edward C. "Chuckie" Gardener
Jan 24, 2025
Edward C. "Chuckie" Gardener, age 74 of Canton, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025. He was born in Canton on March 1, 1950 to the late George and Roberta (Broy) Gardner. Chuckie graduated from Canton McKinley High School, and later retired from the City of Canton after 40 years of employment. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and loved...
Lawrence E. Williams, Jr.
Jan 23, 2025
Lawrence E. Williams Jr., 86, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025. He was born October 28, 1938, in Canton, Ohio, to L.E. Williams Sr. and Elizabeth Faye (Jones). His mother's passing shortly after his birth led him to be lovingly raised by his paternal grandparents, Anthony and Mary (Popney) Nickoliou on their farms in Fertigs,...
Betty Lee (Moss) Powe
Jan 22, 2025
Betty Lee Powe
Betty Lee Powe, age 86 of Canton Ohio passed away early Wednesday morning January 22, 2025. She was born on December 29, 1938 in Clover, SC and was the first child of Robert and Leola McNeil Moss. Betty graduated from Reid High School in Belmont North Carolina in 1956. After graduation she attended cosmetology...
Margaret Jean Brace
Jan 22, 2025
Margaret Jean (Louis) Brace, age 95, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family. Born in Butler, Pennsylvania to the late Leon J. and Althea (Bailey) Louis, she was preceded in death by her first husband Harold William Voelker; second husband of 32 years Roy Donald Brace; sisters Jeanette Louis, Marion Iman; brothers Richard,...
Helen (Afentul) Dimos
Jan 17, 2025
Helen Dimos (Afentul), age 91 of Canton, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, January 17, 2025. Born on November 1,1933 in Canton, Ohio to the late Stavros and Agape Afentul (Beoglas).
Helen graduated from Timken Vocational High School in the Secretarial program and was known as "laughable, lovable Helen". She then met her future husband George...
