Jennie M. (Forchione) Klotz
Jan 14, 2021
Jennie M. (Forchione) Klotz, age 96 of North Canton, passed away early Thursday, January 14, 2021. Born in Canton to the late Carmen and Concerta (Bennett) Forchione, she was preceded in death in death by her husband Karl, brothers Anthony, Dan, Mike, Joe, Tom, and Ralph Forchione, sisters Angeline Vesley, Rose DeMeo, and Prospina Rotor. Jennie was a retired...
Louis A. Diantonio
Jan 14, 2021
Louis DiAntonio (Gigi) (90) May 11, 1930- January 14, 2021
Louie passed away peacefully at the House of Loreto with his loving family by his side. Louie was a builder and carpenter and loved his family. He is survived by the love of his life, Ruth of nearly 70 years, his daughters Linda and Greg Zugrave, LuAnn...
Joseph J. Abbonizio
Jan 13, 2021
Joseph J. Abbonizio age 90 of Canton, passed away Wednesday. Born in Canton to the late Domenico and Giuditta (Tenaglia) Abbonizio, he was preceded in death by his wife Patty Jo (Parker) Abbonizio and brothers Cam and Jim Abbott. He was an Army veteran and a retired union electrician. Joe was a proud member of the American Legion, Fraternal...
Mary L. Sbardella
Jan 13, 2021
Mary L. (Coccoli) Sbardella of Middlebranch, passed away January 13th, 2021. Born in Arce, Italy, January 28, 1934 to the late Giuseppe and Vittoria (Germani) Coccoli, she was preceded in death by her husband Renato and son Remo "Ray" J. Sbardella. Mary lived most of her life in Middlebranch and was a member of Little Flower Catholic Parish. She...
James F. Shaheen, Jr.
Jan 12, 2021
James Ferris Shaheen, Jr, passed away on January 12, 2021 at the age of 75. He peacefully went to fulfill his duties by God's side, surrounded by his wife and three sons.
James was born on January 15, 1945 in Canton, Ohio, where he lived his whole life. He attended McKinley High School and went on to...
John T. Schiavone
Jan 12, 2021
John T. Schiavone, age 76 of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 with his family by his side. He was born in Canton on October 13, 1944 to the late Rocco and Pearl (Coletti) Schiavone. John was a graduate of Lehman High School Class of 1962 and Walsh College, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Business...
Dianna V. Gardener
Jan 11, 2021
Dianna V. Gardener, age 59 of Canton, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2021. She was born in St. Mary's, WV on October 24, 1961 to the late Gene and Mary (Farnsworth) Parsons. Dianna worked at Eastbury Bowling Center, as she loved to bowl. She also enjoyed fishing and going for long drives in the country. But above all,...
Karen F. (Stallcup) Gallucci
Jan 11, 2021
Karen F. (Stallcup) Gallucci, 78, of North Canton, passed away Monday evening. Born in Chehalis, Washington to the late John and Thelma (Campbell) Stallcup, raised in Bucyrus, Missouri, she was a 1959 graduate of Houston High School. She loved golf, the beach, but most of all, her family. Her grandchildren were the light of her life. Karen is survived...
Elizabeth Ann (Domonkas) Ross
Jan 10, 2021
Elizabeth (Betty) A. Ross, age 82, of Canton, passed away on January 10, 2021. Betty was born on May 6, 1938 in Massillon, Ohio to Richard and Elizabeth (Tourani) Domonkas. Betty grew up in Barberton and eventually moved to Canton to raise her family with her husband, Jim. Betty was a homemaker who enjoyed caring for her family, playing...
Thomas E. Mckimmie Ii
Jan 9, 2021
Thomas E McKimmie II (1943-2021), age 77 of Louisville, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, January 9th. Born in Salesville, OH to the late Thomas E. and Geneva McKimmie, he is preceded in death by sisters Barbara D. Barnett and Coral J McKimmie. Thomas was a 1960 graduate of McKinley High school and a 1976 graduate of the University...
Irma J. (Bradshaw) Holland
Jan 9, 2021
Irma J. Holland, age 94 of Canton, passed away on Saturday, January 9, 2021. She was born in Canton on June 21, 1926 to the late Weldon and Opal Bradshaw. Irma was a member of Maryland Avenue Baptist Church. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Wilbert R. Holland, and son Randy Holland. Irma...
Lucrecia P. Surgeoner
Jan 9, 2021
Lucrecia P. Surgeoner, age 86 of Canton, passed away Saturday, January 9, 2021. She was born in Taunton, Massachusetts to Anthony and Alice Braz. Lou was a graduate of Canton McKinley High School. She was a Beautician, employed by Corrine's for many years. She was a member of Christ the Servant Parish. She enjoyed tennis, watching her grandchildrens' events,...
Joseph Meola
Jan 8, 2021
Joseph J. Meola, a mechanical engineer for Goodyear Aerospace and a lifelong resident of Stark County, died Jan. 8. He was 94 years old.
The cause of death was COVID-19 pneumonia.
Mr. Meola was involved in several Cold War-era projects for Akron-based Goodyear Aerospace. He worked on the design of the target-type thrust reverser for...
George J. David
Jan 7, 2021
George J. David, age 97, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021. He was a graduate of Kent State University, with a degree in Bio-chemistry. George served in the medic unit of the Navy and remained in the Reserves for 40 years as a Chief Warrant Officer. He also owned and operated the Reedurban Tavern for over 30 years. A...
Angelina Volzer
Jan 5, 2021
Angelina Lopez Volzer, age 93 of North Canton, departed this life Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Born in Canton to the late Ignacio and Maria Lopez, she was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore W. Volzer. Angie was a graduate of Timken High School, and was very proud of her Spanish heritage. She loved spending time with her family...
Barbara J. Costello
Jan 4, 2021
Barbara Costello, age 77 of Canton, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021. She was born in Canton on July 27, 1943 to the late Paul and Magdaline Sigmund. She was a graduate of Canton South High School and later was employed by Diebold. Barb was a member of Little Flower Catholic Parish, and loved her dog Penny. She...
Peter A. Bitzel, Sr.
Jan 3, 2021
Peter A. Bitzel Sr., age 92 of Waynesburg, passed away Sunday morning. Born in Akron, Ohio to the late Dominick and Edith (Capotosto) Buzzelli, he was preceded in death by his wife Theresa (Volpe) Bitzel, daughter Katherine Speros, and brother Dominick Bitzel. Peter was a graduate of Waynesburg High School and a member of St. Anthony/All Saints Catholic Church....
Helen D. (Sklavenitis) Armatas
Jan 2, 2021
Helen D. Armatas, age 102, of Canton, passed away peacefully in her home Saturday, January 2, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Fterno, Lefkada, Greece on December 24, 1918 to the late Christos and Akrivi Sklavenitis and preceded in death by her husband of 71 years Dimitrios Armatas, brothers Ioannis and Stathis, and sisters Stavroula and Chryso....
Kali C. (Maloudis) Stamaton
Jan 2, 2021
Kali C. Stamaton of Canton, Ohio passed away to the Lord peacefully at the home of her daughter's with whom she resided on January 2, 2021. She was 89 years old. There will be a funeral service on January 7, 2021 at St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church at 251 25th St. Canton Ohio at 11:30 am. Kali was born...
Gasparino Settimio
Jan 2, 2021
Gasparino Settimio age 92 of Canton, passed away January 2, 2021. Born in Canosa Sanista, Italy to the late Antonio and Maria (DePalmo) Settimio, he was preceded in death by his brother Sabatino. He was a member of Christ the Servant Catholic Parish and the I Gagliardi Italiani. He retired from the Timken Roller Bearing Company in 1994 after...
