Obituaries

Nov 20, 2014

John J. Vega, age 64 of Canton, passed away on Thursday, November 20, 2014. John was born in Canton, Ohio on March 28, 1950 to the late Manuel and Esther Vega. He will always be remembered for his wisdom, generosity, and steadfast love for his family and friends. John served as a mentor for those around him, readily giving...

Nov 16, 2014

ROSE (FANTIN) FONTE, age 102 of Magnolia, passed away Sunday afternoon. Born in Italy to the late Louis and Louise (Tinor) Fantin, she has lived in the Canton and Magnolia areas since 1929. She was preceded in death by her husband Pasquale Fonte, daughter Patricia Davis Moncrief, sisters Victoria, Ann and brothers Felix, Fidelmo, Jack and Pete Fantin. Rose...

Nov 6, 2014

FRANCIS "FRANK" S. MILLER, age 94 of Canton, passed away early Thursday morning. Born in Barton, Maryland to the late Sinclair and Maryann Miller, he was preceded in death by his siblings Charles B. Miller, Martha E. Senglightner, Joseph S. Miller, Beatrice C. Marcelli and daughter-in-law Rene (Christ) Miller. Frank was a Navy veteran of WW II. He retired...

Nov 5, 2014

Betty Jane Marucci Age 86 passed peacefully, with her loving husband Bernard at her side, following complications due to a stroke. She faced what life had dealt her the last six years, with bravery and humor. Born September 26, 1928 in Canton, Ohio, she was a graduate of McKinley School where her talents as a majorette shined. She was...

Nov 4, 2014

Gust D. Chuchanis, 87, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning,, November 4th, 2014 surrounded with the love of his many children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Known by many as "Deidie", he and his brothers and sisters spent a lifetime bringing families of the Canton community together through food and delicacies. Deidie had many fond memories of working with his...

Nov 1, 2014

ANITA A. (BULSO) LEPORE, age 86 of Canton, passed away Saturday evening. Born in Canton to the late Giuseppe and Mary (Simile) Bulso, she was preceded in death by her husband Dominic Lepore, brother Richard Bulso, sister Judy Shaffer, and brother-in-law Daniel Rossetti, Jr. Anita was a 1946 graduate of Timken Vocational High School who graduated with a 4.0...

Oct 28, 2014

CYNTHIA M. (JOHNSON) THOMPSON, age 54 of Louisville, passed away suddenly Tuesday. Born in Ridgeway, PA to the late Richard and Enid Johnson. Cindy was a 1977 graduate of Lakeview High School in Sandy Lake, PA and was the class Valedictorian. She attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She worked as the office manager for the Eastern Ohio Association –...

Oct 27, 2014

ANGELO S. CARBONE, age 56 of Canton, passed away unexpectedly Monday. He was an Army veteran honorably discharged in 1976. Preceded in death by his father Salvatore Carbone, sister Antoinette Gartner and brother Anthony Carbone. Angelo is survived by his mother Mrs. Rosina (Roberto) Carbone, daughters Michella Carbone, Marisa (Nicholas) Hough, Antonia Carbone, Anna Carbone, grandchildren Issac, Marlee and...

Oct 26, 2014

ANDREAS "ANDY" H. COSTI, age 89 of Canton, passed away Sunday afternoon. Born in Tseri, Nicosia, Cyprus to the late Kostantinos and Maria (Christu) Kosti he was preceded in death by son-in-law Grigorios Skoumbris, granddaughter Tara Marie Costi, great-grandson Angelo Charles Rocco and sisters Christodoula Kakouros and Eleni Vrahime Kosti. He was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox...

Oct 25, 2014

ELMER L. DeGIRALOMO, age 88 of North Canton, passed away Saturday evening after an extended illness. Born in Middlebranch, Ohio to the late Leonard and Josephine (Motto) DeGiralomo he was preceded in death by sisters Giovanna DeGiralomo, Jennie Veitinger, Margaret Benik, Mary Chirumbolo, brothers Louie, Prosby, Tony and Lynn DeGiralomo, and brother-in-law Frank Morelli. He was a 1943 graduate...

Oct 22, 2014

Antoinette (Prato) Caiazza

Born in Canton March 2, 1924

Toni graduated from McKinley High School in 1941 and from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in 1946. As a registered nurse she worked for Dr. Posner and Dr.Fladen. She was a faithful member of Little Flower Church, served as president of Altar and Rosary Society. She...

Oct 22, 2014

Angeline "Angie" Creekus (Nachies), 90, of Canton, passed away October 22, 2014.

She was born in Canton on June 4, 1924. She graduated from Timken Vocational High School in 1942, after receiving her beautician's license in 1941. She worked for twenty years alongside her sister at their father's business, The Ideal Beauty Shop, which was located in...

Oct 22, 2014

GARY STEPHEN, 72, passed away Wednesday October 22, 2014. He was the son of Kyle and Edna Stephen who are deceased. He is survived by his wonderful and loving wife of 45 years Rosalie (Perciballi), 3 daughters whom he loved dearly, Gina Stanford (James), Lisa Stephen (Jeff), Dana Stuchul (Chris), also 2 beautiful granddaughters Taylor Marie and Katie Diya,...

Oct 20, 2014

JAMES E. "JIM" BARBATO, age 70 of Canton, passed away Monday, October 20, 2014 at The James Cancer Center in Columbus after a brief, hard fought struggle against cancer. Born in Canton to the late Patrick and Margaret "Nutzie" (Nichols) Barbato, he was also preceded in death by grandson, Angelo Anderson. He was a 1962 graduate of McKinley High...

Oct 19, 2014

MARK "MARKY" VICTOR PRESTIER, JR., age 32, went to Heaven Sunday Oct 19,2014. He put up a courageous battle against cancer and "Fought til the lights went out." Born June 30,1982 in Canton. He was a 2000 graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High School. Marky was an avid Cavs fan and the Detroit Lions #1 fan. Preceded in death...

Oct 18, 2014

Dolores T. Cugino, age 70, passed away suddenly on Saturday October 18, 2014. Born in Canton, Ohio on November 7, 1943, and a lifetime resident. A graduate of Central Catholic High School. Formerly employed by GE Capital, and an Associate of The Sisters of Humility of Mary. Preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Ann (Jordan) Toolan, sister...

Oct 17, 2014

Salvatore "Salvey" Mascolino 90, formerly of Steubenville, peacefully passed away October 17, 2014 at St. Luke's Lutheran Nursing home in North Canton,Ohio. He was born in Steubenville, Ohio on March 19, 1924. He was son of the late Joseph and Mary Mascolino. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Providence "Zena" Mascolino, a son-in-law...

Oct 15, 2014

RUBY KARIPIDES died on October 15 at Bruening Health Center at Judson Park Retirement Community in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. She was born in Canton, Ohio on October 3, 1923. She was a 1941 graduate of Canton McKinley High School and a 1945 graduate of Kent State University. Ruby's artistic talent guided her in her years as an elementary school...

Oct 15, 2014

JULIA MAGDALENA (GLIBA)KOURY, age 91 of North Canton, passed away Wednesday morning after a sudden illness. Born in Canton to the late George and Wilma (Baghy) Gliba she was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Mike J. Koury, sisters Edith (Ed) Gardner, Christina (Richard) Ailor, Wilma (Robert) Deitrick, brothers George (Olive) Gliba, Barney (Betty) Gliba, Frank...

Oct 8, 2014

JOSEPH J. RANDAZZO, SR., age 77 of Canton, passed away Wednesday evening. Born in Canton to the late Cono and Erminia (Caroselli) Randazzo he was preceded in death by his brothers Sam and Mike Randazzo, sisters Jean DeWees and Concetta Randazzo. Joseph worked as a cement finisher, retiring from Richard Marks Construction. He was a veteran of the U.S....