Thomas R. Martin, Jr.
Jun 21, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas R. Martin Jr., age 80, on June 21, 2023. Born in Canton on January 15, 1943, to the late Thomas R. Martin Sr. and Dorothy (Coffman) Martin, preceded in death by his wife Sharon (Arthur) Martin. He was a Navy veteran and a 1961 graduate of Lincoln...
Nathaniel T. Laster Ii
Jun 21, 2023
Nathaniel Todd Laster II
On June 21, 2023, our lives were forever changed when, at the age of 26, Nathaniel's life was tragically taken from us. Nathaniel, known to most by Nate, affectionately Nato by his mother, or his nickname "Blockhead," was born April 8, 1997 in Canton, Ohio to Noelle Ann Vitale and Nathaniel Todd Laster....
Josephine A. (Dastolfo) Bigler
Jun 19, 2023
Josephine A. (Dastolfo) Bigler, age 90 of Canton, passed away Monday, June 19, 2023. Born in Canton to the late Vincent and Mary Carmella (Martia) Dastolfo, she was preceded in death by her husband Roy Oliver Bigler, and son Roy Vincent Bigler. Josephine is survived by her daughters Joy (George) Norris and Jeanne Tuber; son Paul Bigler; sisters Antoinette...
Richard "Dick" L. Killian
Jun 19, 2023
Richard "Dick" L. Killian, age 74 of Canton, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023. He was born in Canton on July 8, 1948 to the late Robert and Jane Killian. Dick graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1966, and then proudly served in the U.S. Army. He later retired from the U.S. Post Office, after 42 years...
Phyllis (Ramos) Piasecki
Jun 14, 2023
Phyllis Marie (née Ramos) Piasecki entered into eternal life in the early morning hours of Wednesday, June 14, 2023 following a hard-fought battle with acute myeloid leukemia.
Born August 3, 1946 to Cristobal and Mary (Arias) Ramos, Phyllis quickly earned the nickname "Fuzzy" among her childhood friends, in reference to the perfectly coiffed black curls that became...
William "Bill" J. Meaden
Jun 13, 2023
William "Bill" John Meaden, age 63 of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 due to complications of ALS. He was born in Cleveland on March 10, 1960 to William and Mary Meaden. A graduate of North Royalton High School, he later retired from Ironwokers Local #17 of Cleveland.
He leaves behind his high school sweetheart,...
Gary V. Monteleone
Jun 9, 2023
Gary Monteleone, age 66 of Canton, passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023. He was born in Canton on October 20, 1956. Gary was a Central Catholic High School graduate and a retired employee of East Ohio Gas.
He was preceded in death by his father Vincent Monteleone and brother Vince Monteleone. Gary is survived by his...
Alexander J. Welsh
Jun 6, 2023
Alexander Welsh passed away unexpectedly at his home in North Canton at the age of 27, on June 6, 2023. He is survived by his parents Lori Lamenza and Jeff Welsh. He also leaves behind his brother Chase Lamenza, step-dad Mike Lamenza, brother Sean Welsh, and sister Sara Welsh.
Alex graduated from North Canton Hoover High School...
Daniel E. Parcher
May 30, 2023
Daniel E. Parcher, age 66 of Canton, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, May 30th, leaving behind a legacy of love, hard work, and dedication. Born in Canton to the late Fred and Anita (Marcoaldi) Parcher, Dan was a beloved member of the community and a cherished friend to many. Dan was a 1975 graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High...
Emerson Ralph Plott, Jr.
May 29, 2023
Emerson Ralph Plott, Jr., age 75 passed away Sunday at Addington Place in Farmington
Hills, MI. Ralph was born in Canton on October 6,1945 to the late Emerson Ralph and Mary Jane Plott. He was a member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, and the Knights of Columbus St. Michael the Archangel Council 15458. Ralph graduated...
Richard "Rick" Capuano
May 29, 2023
Richard "Rick" Capuano
5/24/1953 – 5/29/2023
Richard Capuano, age 70 of Perry Township, passed away Monday morning at his home. Rick was a 1971 graduate of Perry High School and a master craftsman with a long career working in the Massillon/Canton area as a mason contractor - both a profession and a passion. He also...
Charles S. Dechellis, Sr.
May 27, 2023
Charles "Chuck" DeChellis, age 95
CHUCK! A man of few words whose life was loudly heard by its INTEGRITY! His strength of character was forged at fifteen when his beautiful mother, Anna, passed away in her thirties. As the oldest brother, he led the way-- owning a deep sense of responsibility for his family. He carried this...
John "Jack" Thomas Batchelder
May 25, 2023
John "Jack" Thomas Batchelder 5/10/1990 – 5/25/2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, Jack Batchelder, who went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Jack was born May 10, 1990, in Cincinnati, Ohio to James and Jacquie Batchelder. He lived most...
Ernest "Ernie" J. Buonocore, Jr.
May 15, 2023
Ernest "Ernie" J. Buonocore, Jr., age 68 of Canton, passed away with his family by his side on Monday, May 15, 2023. He was born on May 5, 1955 to the late Ernest, Sr. and Jean (Barnett) Buonocore. He graduated from St. Thomas Aquinas High School in 1974, and after worked for 28 years at the Hercules Manufacturing Company....
Helen L. (Bednarz) Stevens
May 14, 2023
Helen L. (Bednarz) Gatts-Stevens
Born September 22, 1929, Helen passed away on May 14, 2023 at the age of 93. She enjoyed a full life with her late husband, her two sons, two grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Following her graduation from Canton Lincoln High School, Helen married George "Bud" Gatts and they had two sons,...
Rachel "Rae" V. (Recchio) Whitacre
May 13, 2023
Rachel "Rae" V. (Recchio) Whitacre, age 90 of Minerva, passed away early Saturday morning. Born in Canton to the late Anthony and Palma (Gambone) Recchio, she was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years Frank Whitacre, son James Costello, brother Frank Recchio, and sisters Diana Recchio and Theresa Devies. She was a 1950 graduate of Timken Vocational...
Esther M. (Correlli) Destefano
May 12, 2023
ESTHER M. DESTEFANO (nee Correlli)
Esther Mary DeStefano, "Tess", age 94, passed away on May 12, 2023. The youngest of six children, Tess was born on September 16, 1928, the daughter of Giovanni (John) and Vincenza Carrelli. She was raised with a strong work ethic, instilled by both of her parents who immigrated to this country from...
Lorreen E. Biasella
May 12, 2023
Our beloved sister and aunt, Lorreen Elizabeth Biasella, age 74, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 12, 2023. Lorreen was born on January 8, 1949 to the late Edmund and Wanda (Bik) Biasella. She was a graduate of St. Joan of Arc, Central Catholic High School, and Kent State University.
A lifelong educator, Lorreen retired after more...
Christos Politis
May 9, 2023
Christos Politis, age 74 of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. He was born in Fterno, Greece on November 21,1948 to the late Elias and Eleni (Kotopodis) Politis. He served in the Army in Greece during his younger years. In later years he was a merchant marine and traveled the world. In 1978 he migrated to the...
Kenneth C. Sherer
Apr 29, 2023
Kenneth C. Sherer age 52 of Canton, passed away due to extended illness on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Born in Canton, he was a 1989 graduate of Jackson High School and attended Loyola University. He was a well respected sales manager for H.H. Gregg who always put his customers first. He was preceded in death by his father Kenneth...
