Obituaries

Mar 20, 2023

James "Jimmy" J. Lerario, age 67 of Canton, Ohio, passed away on March 20, 2023. Jimmy was born in Canton on June 22, 1955 to the late Joseph and Angeline Lerario. He was a 1973 graduate of Canton McKinley High School where he was awarded First Team All-Ohio Football and earned a scholarship to Kent State University. In 1995,...

Mar 19, 2023

Josephine "Pina" Marcantonio, age 93, loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and friend passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023 and is now united in peace with her late husband, Ezio. She was born in Sulmona, Italy on June 15, 1929 to the late James and Assunta Letteri. Pina will forever be our a beacon of patience, resilience and strength....

Mar 17, 2023

On March 17th Barbara Ethel Ghezzi passes away peacefully at St. Luke Lutheran Home. Barbara was born on October 22, 1931in Canton Ohio to John and Angela Byington. She grew up in a full household with 5 siblings: Jim, Joe, Jeff, Carol and JoAnn. Barbara met the love of her life Ernie Ghezzi while attending McKinley High School. They...

Mar 14, 2023

Mary Ellen Rawlings, age 72 of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. She was born on May 8, 1950 to the late Charles and Mary (Lebo) McKay. Mary was a member of Crystal Park United Methodist Church, and a very active member in the community.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by...

Mar 13, 2023

Sophia Hadjian age 85 passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023, after a year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Canton to the late Haralambos and Haricklia (Hadjipanayiotou) Hadjian, she was also preceded in death by her brothers John and Tom Hadjian, sisters Ann Economos and Mary Anastas, and brother-in-law Sam Anastas.

Sophia is survived by her...

Mar 9, 2023

James J. Piccari, 67, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife Linda Piccari and his three sons Kevin Piccari (wife Tiffany), Stephen Piccari (fiancé Monica), Jeff Piccari, and his beloved grandson Landon.

Jim was born on December 15, 1955 in Canton, Ohio to his late parents...

Mar 9, 2023

Wendy D. Vaught age 52 of Canton, passed away Thursday. A life resident of Canton, she was a 1988 graduate of Glen Oak High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree in History from Kent State University, a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from the University of Akron, and her Master's Degree in Social Work from Cleveland...

Mar 7, 2023

Carol R. (Jacobs) Cottrill age 61 of Canton, passed away Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Born in Canton to the late Wendell and Carolyn (Jones) Jacobs, she was preceded in death by her bothers Tim, Jack, and Mike Jacobs. She was a 1980 graduate of Timken Vocational High School and earned an Associates Degree from Brown-Mackie College. Carol was a...

Mar 4, 2023

Louis A. Narduzzi age 83 of North Canton, passed away Saturday, March 4th. Born in Canton to the late August and Domenica (Florissi) Narduzzi, he was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn (Anzellotti) Narduzzi, infant son Gregory Narduzzi, brother August Narduzzi Jr., and sister Yolanda Bambeck. Louis was a retired electrician and member of the IBEW Local #540....

Mar 4, 2023

SADIE ELLIS KANNAM

Sadie Ellis Kannam age 95, passed away on Saturday March 4, 2023 after a short illness.

Sadie graduated from Homestead High in Homestead, PA. She was employed at Gimbels department store in downtown Pittsburgh, PA. for sixteen years until she met and was courted by her late husband Jim. They were married...

Mar 4, 2023

John M. Fakelis, 86, of Canton, Ohio, beloved husband, father, papou, and friend to anyone who met him passed peacefully in his sleep on March 4, 2023.

Born January 30, 1937 in Pispilounta, Chios, Greece, he traveled the world throughout his life, first as a Merchant Marine and later in life during his yearly winter cruises with...

Mar 2, 2023

John A. Garcia, age 76, passed away on Thursday, March 2, 2023. He was born in Canton on August 16, 1946 to the late Manuel and Angelina Garcia. John was a 1964 graduate of Canton McKinley High School and a 1969 graduate of Kent State University. He became a schoolteacher, retiring from Canton City Schools after 34 years. John...

Mar 2, 2023

Marilyn C. Miller (Grisez)

84, passed away March 2, 2023 in Louisville, Ohio. She was born in Louisville to Thomas and Catherine (Becherer) Grisez on April 18, 1938. She graduated from Louisville, High School. She was employed as a supervisor at Nationwide Insurance and later as a secretary at St. Thomas Aquinas High School. Marilyn was a...

Feb 28, 2023

Nada Lee Farina, 92, of Canton, Ohio and Naples, Florida, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, sister in law, and aunt passed away on February 28, 2023.

She was born on December 1, 1930 to Walter and Cleda (Glover) McGowen in Akron, Ohio. After graduating from high school, she met James (Jim) Farina at a wedding...

Feb 28, 2023

Jane E. Rossetti, age 88 of North Canton, Ohio, loving mother and adoring wife of Bernard A. Rossetti passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 after a brief illness with her son and daughter by her side. Born June 12, 1934 to the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Williams) Hackathorn.

Survived by her daughter Marcia (Norman) Kendle,...

Feb 26, 2023

Willard "Will" "Popper" M. Grimsley age 67 of Canton, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, February 26, 2023. A life resident of Canton, he was a 1973 graduate of Canton McKinley High School and an avid Bulldog supporter and fan. He played several fumbleball and softball teams and also played semi-pro football with the Canton Bulldogs. Popper was a retired union...

Feb 25, 2023

Mark Coleman, 57, of Canton, Ohio, went to be with the Lord on February 25, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. Mark was born in Youngstown, Ohio, on September 17, 1965, to Annette Howard and Douglas Stull and attended McKinley High School.

Mark is survived by his children Nicole [Kirk] Paulson and Maria [Craig] Sotebeer. Mark...

Feb 24, 2023

On Friday, February 24, 2023, Maroula (Mary) Mottas closed this chapter of earthly life and stepped across the threshold into eternity.

Loving daughter to her late parents, Pete and Despina Kotanides. Mary married Andy Mottas in 1951. Andy's unexpected death occurred on October 30, 1983. She is also preceded in death by her sisters Sophia, Parthena, brother...

Feb 23, 2023

Rena C. Schaefer, 86, of North Canton, died Thursday, February 23, 2023, at her home, surrounded by the love of her family.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Monday, February 27, 2023, at Saint Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church with Rev. Dr. Nicholas V. Gamvas presiding. Calling hours begin at 10:00 am and a luncheon...

Feb 21, 2023

Pauline M. (Dolhun) Dureska of Canton, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 21st. She celebrated her 99th birthday on January 15th. Born in Canton to the late Frank and Mary (Adamow) Dolhun, she was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years Steve Dureska, daughter Lorraine Lahey, brothers John and Peter Dolhun, and infant sister Stella Dolhun. Pauline was...