Obituaries

Jan 15, 2026

George Louis Demis of Massillon, Ohio passed away on Thursday, January 15th, at age 82 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

For 55 years, George was a devoted and caring husband to Patricia (nee Spilios) Demis. Preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Chrysanthe Demis; his in-laws, Anthony and Carolyn Spilios; and his sisters, Barbara Voyiaziakis and Dena Nikokirakis....

Jan 15, 2026

Patricia "Patti" Lee Allen

(Skolmutch, Medal)

March 17, 1939 – January 15, 2026

Patricia "Patti" Lee Allen, age 86, of Fort Myers, Florida, formerly of North Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, January 15, 2026. She faced her courageous battle with Alzheimer's surrounded by her loving family, who adored her...

Jan 14, 2026

Father Nicholas J. Mancini passed away on January 14, 2026. He was 79 years old and survived by his cousins, Dr. Robert Naples, Sr., of Warren Ohio, Dr. Joseph Willmitch, of Memphis, Tennessee, and Dr. Russell Morrison, of Canfield Ohio, and many other cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents Anthony and Josephine (Rosemond) Mancini.

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Jan 12, 2026

Rosemary (Farelli) Powley, age 91 of Dalton, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026. She was born in Canton on September 21, 1934 to the late Louis and Enrichetta (Boccuti) Farelli. She graduated in 1952 from Timken Vocational High School and was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish at St. Anthony Church. Rosemary retired from Wooster Appliance...

Jan 9, 2026

Diane always fought for what she believed in, and she fought hard to be with her family until the end. She passed away on Friday, January 9th at age 91, surrounded by those that loved her.

Diane was born in Canton, Ohio and remained a life-long resident. She married the love of her life, Peter, on September...

Jan 7, 2026

Bessie Vlahos, age 93 of Canton, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was born in Canton on January 26, 1932 to the late Nick and Simela (Keloglou) Paul. Bessie graduated from Timken High School, and after worked various banks in the area including Dime Bank, Central Trust, and People's Merchants Bank. Bessie was a member of Holy...

Jan 4, 2026

Roy Gerald Williams, age 95 of Canton, passed away Sunday. Born in Paradise, Missouri to the late Roy E. and Phyllis (Fuller) Williams, he was also preceded in death by his daughter Brenda Williams Spees, sisters Shirley Ann Weber, Ruth Strahm, brothers Keith and Paul Williams. He was raised in Viroqua, Wisconsin and earned his Bachelors of Arts degree...

Jan 1, 2026

Christina J. Kerchner (Zimmerman), passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026. She was born on October 29, 1943. A 1961 graduate of Perry High School, she completed her nursing degree in 1962. In 1963, she married Richard "Skip" Catalano, and together they had two children.

Christina later became a successful business owner, opening and operating a women's...

Dec 31, 2025

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard "Jr kid Richard" McAllister, known by many as Rick. Richard was born on February 17, 1968, and passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2025 and has gone to be with our Lord. Richard leaves behind his loving sister Jeanne Allen, Brother in law Bruce Allen Jr, Fiancé...

Dec 31, 2025

Irene Gulley passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 31, 2025. She was born September 12, 1928 to Leona Morris and George Marangakis. Her marriage to Harry Gulley on May 3, 1947 lasted 51 years until his passing February 26, 1999. That union graced them with four children, Anita, Harry (Butch), Jay and Terry.

Irene was...

Dec 30, 2025

Ronald A. Vertolli, age 69 of Canton, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Born in Canton to the late Edward and Mary (Mattachione) Vertolli, he was also preceded in death by his wife Teresa (Gallentine) Vertolli. He was a 1974 graduate of Perry High School. Ron retired from the Hoover Company. He was an avid fisherman. Ronnie was a...

Dec 29, 2025

Don E. Caplea, age 80, passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at the Residence at Presque Isle in Erie, PA. He was born on July 11, 1945 in Canton, OH, a son of the late Nicholas and Dorothy Woolfe Caplea and Virginia Himes Caplea. Don graduated from Canton Central Catholic High School and earned his Bachelor of Arts...

Dec 29, 2025

Josanne M. (Minocchi) Maxey, age 83 of Canton, passed away early Monday, December 29, 2025. Born in Canton to the late Ralph and Mary (Rich) Minocchi Sr., she was also preceded in death by her husband Cecil Maxey. She was a graduate of Glenwood High School. An accomplished pianist, she taught piano lessons for many years. Josanne is survived...

Dec 18, 2025

John P. Liberator, age 67 of Canton, went home to spend the holidays with his parents on Thursday, December 18, 2025. He was born in Columbus on March 27, 1958 to the late John "Jack" and Patricia (Slentz) Liberator. John retired in 2022 from the Timken Steel Company.

He is survived by his loving companion Eileen Rinkes;...

Dec 18, 2025

Lisa Ann (Cotopolis) Ferencz, age 62 of Canton, passed away on December 18, 2025. She was born in Canton on July 26, 1963 to the late Nick and Sophia (Chrest) Cotopolis. She graduated from Canton South High School, and was a member of St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church.

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

Dec 17, 2025

Bernard "Bernie" V. Boron, age 95 of Canton, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. He was born in Canton on January 7, 1930 to the late William and Edith (Griggy) Boron. A 1948 Central Catholic High School graduate, he was an avid sports man. Bernie was inducted into the Amateur Bowling Hall of Fame, and had four 300...

Dec 17, 2025

Nick J. Costello, age 93 of Canton, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. He was born on October 15, 1932 in Middlebranch, OH. Nick was retried from the Ford Motor Company. Services will be held on Monday, December 22nd, 11:00 am, at Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.

Dec 13, 2025

With sadness, the family of Jane Ann Wilson, age 85, announces her passing on December 13, 2025, after a long illness.

Jane was born on December 19, 1939, in Middlefield, Ohio to the late Ulrich and Helen (Prots) Nightingale. She grew up and lived in the Geauga County area, graduating from Newbury High School in 1957.

Dec 12, 2025

June Catherin (Garn) Bianchi, age 95 of Canton, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025. Born in West Salem, Ohio to the late Guy and Ida (Yergin) Garn, she was preceded in death by her first husband John Jacobs, and second husband Silvio Bianchi. June was a graduate of West Salem High School. She retried from Mercy Hospital after 30...

Dec 11, 2025

Thomas Michael Bernabei, age 79, of Canton, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly from complications from a recent procedure on Thursday, December 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family and close friends.

A lifelong resident of Canton, Ohio, Thomas was born July 21, 1946 to Joseph N. and Dorothy M. Bernabei. He was a 1964 graduate of...