Cheryl A. (Hartford) Kepple
Sep 15, 2025
Cheryl A. Kepple, age 78 of Canton, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025. She was born in Canton on September 28, 1946 t othe late Freeman and Virginia (Burrough) Hartford. Cheryl was a 1964 graduate of North Canton High School.
She is survived by her children Kristen Kepple, Jeff Kepple, and Joel (Lena) Kepple; and siblings...
Brian K. Bowersox
Sep 15, 2025
Brian K. Bowersox, age 66, passed away on September 15, 2025, after an extended illness. He was born in Canton, Ohio on July 7, 1959, to Robert and Elaine (Stuffel) Bowersox. Brian graduated in 1977 from GlenOak High School and entered the U.S. Navy shortly thereafter. After serving four years, he returned to his hometown and worked numerous jobs...
Richard "Rick" C. Gattuso
Sep 14, 2025
Richard "Rick" C. Gattuso left this world on his 76th birthday, September 14, 2025. Born and raised in Canton, the son of the late Charles Sr. and Pauline (Sarno) Gattuso, Rick lived a life that was equal parts music, laughter, family, and really good food (preferably grown in his own garden).
Rick grew up on Lake Cable,...
Samuel M. Todd
Sep 13, 2025
Samuel Melon Todd passed away on September 13, 2025 in Canton, Ohio surrounded by his family. Born on April 19, 1939 in New Brighton, PA. He was the child of Frank M. and Sarah Jean Todd. Sam had five siblings. Jane, Bobby, Larry, Barbara, and Jeff.
Sam was educated at Warren G. Harding High School, Youngstown University...
George Rafailedes, Jr.
Sep 13, 2025
George Rafailedes, Jr, passed away on September 13, 2025. He is survived by his twin sister Connie Rafailedes of Burleson, Texas; and many relatives. George was also the Godfather of four, and hosted three exchanges students.
He graduate from Canton Lehman High School, and earned his Master's in Art and Art History Education from Kent State University....
Frederick W. Bertram
Sep 8, 2025
The world lost one of the all-time greats. Fred Bertram, 71, of Canton, passed away on Monday, September 8th, surrounded by friends and family, befitting his long legacy of laughter and friendship. In his seventy-one years, Fred never met a stranger — his natural charisma, quick wit, and charming smile made every room brighter. He was the first to...
Allen H. Fidelholtz
Sep 2, 2025
Allen H. Fidelholtz, age 88 of North Canton, passed away Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. Al was born in Canton on July 2, 1937, to the late Jack and Esther (Cascianni) Fidelholtz. He was a graduate of Timken Vocational High School, and later retired from the Ford Motor Company, where he was a pipe fitter...
Mary Jane Marulli
Aug 26, 2025
Mary Jane (Lupe) Marulli, age 95 of Canton, passed away early Tuesday morning after a long life dedicated to the love and care of her husband and 5 children.
Born Jan. 12, 1930 in Canton to the late Salvatore and Mary (Antenucci) Lupe, she was part of full house of 10 children. She was a 1948 graduate...
Joseph M. Fusco
Aug 22, 2025
Joseph M. Fusco, age 102 of Canton, Ohio, passed away Friday afternoon peacefully, surrounded by his family. A life resident of Canton, he was preceded in death by his parents Mary Cugliari and Felix Fusco, wife Geraldine (Geri) Fusco, great granddaughter Sophia Mahon, brothers Anthony Fay, Nate Faye, Joe Carnes, Patrick Fusco, sisters Theresa Campbell, Jeanne Choma, and Jenny...
Marlene K. Oster
Aug 17, 2025
Marlene K. Oster, age 82, peacefully passed away on Sunday August 17, 2025, with her family by her side. Born on April 14th 1943, she was a lifelong resident of Canton Ohio and a 1961 graduate of Canton South High School. A loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great- Grandmother, she was preceded in death by her husband of 25...
Katherine "Kathy" A. Degasperis
Aug 16, 2025
Katherine "Kathy" A. DeGasperis, age 68 of Canton, passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025. She was born in Canton to the late Guido and Jennie (Simile) DeGasperis. A graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High School, she was later employed by Fisher Foods and the Biery Cheese Company. Kathy enjoyed reading and knitting in her free time.
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Nicoletta Settimio
Aug 14, 2025
Nicoletta Settimio, age 90 of Canton, passed away on August 14, 2025. She was born in Chieti, Italy on January 28, 1935 to the late Antonio and Amalia (Barone) Cantoli. Nicoletta retired in 1994 from Mercy Medical Center, where she worked for nineteen years in food and nutrition services. She was a member of Christ the Servant Catholic Parish....
Stephen Scott "Scotty" Carnes
Aug 13, 2025
Stephen Scott "Scotty" Carnes, age 77, passed away surrounded by family on August 13, 2025, in his hometown of Canton, Ohio.
Born on December 13, 1947, in Canton, Scotty was the beloved son of the late William and Evelyn Carnes. He was also preceded in death by his sister Marlene (Carnes) Watkins and brother-in-law Richard Watkins.
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Diane L. Angott
Aug 12, 2025
Diane Lynn (Preusser) Angott, age 76, was called home by the Lord unexpectedly but peacefully on August 12, 2025. Born in Beaumont, Texas on August 10, 1949, Diane's life was a radiant testament to joy, faith, and love. She found happiness in simply being alive and brought laughter and warmth to everyone around her through her quick wit, boundless...
Leana "Lee" M. (Sparvoli) Capuano
Aug 12, 2025
Leana "Lee" Capuano entered eternal life on August 12, 2025. Born May 25, 1922, a life-long resident of Canton, avid reader and lover of the environment, Leana graduated from Timken High School and was an active member of St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church since 1967. Prior to 1967, she was an active member of the Basilica of Saint...
Randy M. Slagle
Aug 11, 2025
Randy M. Slagle, age 66 of Canton, passed away Monday, August 11, 2025. Born in Canton to the late John F. and Sonia (Duncan) Slagle, he was also preceded in death by brother Carlos Slagle, sister Dawn Slagle and Step-mother, Katherine (Parrish) Slagle. He is survived by his brother Jeff Slagle and sisters Vicki (Slagle) McQuaid, Kathy (Slagle) Warrick,...
Gerald "Jerry" F. Magisano
Aug 8, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" F. Magisano, age 89 of Canton, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025. He was born in Canton on April 2, 1936 to the late Bruno and Anna Maria (Varano) Magisano. Jerry graduated in 1955 from Canton McKinley High School, where he played football. He later retired from Republic Steel after 42 ½ years of employment. He...
Grace Mary (Marchino) Fein
Aug 5, 2025
Grace Mary (Gracie, Sister Mary Grace) Louise (Marchino) Fein December 6, 1948 – August 5, 2025
Grace Mary (Gracie, Sister Mary Grace) Louise (Marchino) Fein, age 76, of Naples, Florida, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 5, 2025, surrounded by love.
Born on December 6, 1948, in Canton, Ohio, Grace Mary was the...
Thomas A. Ascani
Aug 4, 2025
Thomas Anthony Ascani passed away peacefully at the age of 92 surrounded by his loving family on August 4, 2025.
He was a lifetime resident of Canton, a 1950 graduate of Timken High School and a 1954 graduate of Ohio University. While at OU, he was a two-way standout on the gridiron and a member of the...
John Peter Chiarelli
Aug 3, 2025
John Peter Chiarelli, age 73 of Canton, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. He was born in Canton on August 27, 1951 to the late Samuel and Theresa (D'Angelo) Chiarelli. John was a graduate of The Ohio State University, where he received his Bachelor's Degree. John spent most of his young adult life in Los Angeles California where...
