Obituaries

Jun 6, 2025

Michael Louis Farelli, age 58 of Massillon, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025. Born in Canton, he was a 1984 graduate of Jackson High School. He was an avid golfer, and enjoyed bowling in the "Tozzi's" league. He was employed with US Foods as a pricing analyst.

Michael was preceded in death by his father Donald Farelli....

Jun 6, 2025

Norma (Jean) Spotleson

Age 97

Norma (Jean) Spotleson, age 97, of N. Canton, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025. Jean was born on August 16, 1927, to Wesley and Ruby (Housley) Smith. She was a lifelong resident of Canton and devoted member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish, formerly St. Anthony's/All Saints Catholic Church.

Jun 5, 2025

Anne Silagy (DiRocco) of Louisville Ohio, passed away peacefully at home at the age of 92, on June 5, 2025. Anne's legacy of love will be carried on by her five children, John Silagy, Susan Monteleone, Andrea and Craig Arnold, Sharon Funk, Melissa and Andy Rudd along with her eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren, Adrienne, Anthony (Kristen), Ashley...

Jun 4, 2025

Pamela "Pam" J. Dobbins, age 76 of North Canton, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. She was born in Canton on August 19, 1948 to the late Rocco and Antoinette (Prato) Caiazza. Pam was a graduate of Glenwood High School, and a fan of the Cleveland Browns and the Ohio State University.

Along with her parents,...

Jun 3, 2025

Vincent L. Miller, age 55, of Canton, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, with his loving wife by his side. Born in Glen Dale, West Virginia, Vince was a 1988 graduate of Frontier High School in New Matamoras, Ohio. He was previously employed by Synchrony Financial for nineteen years, and had worked for the past...

Jun 2, 2025

Mary Grace Lemmo DeGirolomo.

It is with sadness, love and great gratitude to our mother, Mary Grace Lemmo DeGirolomo that we announce her passing on June 2, 2025. Mary was born January 1, 1926 to Vincent and Vincenza Lemmo who instilled in her a great appreciation of her Italian heritage and strong sense of "Familia." A graduate...

Jun 1, 2025

John J. Lerario, age 77 of Canton, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025 surrounded by family. He was born in Canton on January 30, 1948 to the late Joseph and Angeline (Scozzarella) Lerario, Sr. John attended St. Benedict's Grade School, and graduated from Timken High School.

John learned to play the tenor saxophone as a child...

Jun 1, 2025

Patricia "Patty" A. St. Jean, age 76 of Canton, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. She was born in Canton on July 18, 1948 to the late Thomas "Tom" and Meta (Godagidis) Hasiotis. Patty was a member of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church.

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

May 29, 2025

Pietro J. Chiarelli, age 68 of Canton, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025. He was born in Canton on October 30, 1956 to the late Samuel and Theresa (D'Angelo) Chiarelli. Pietro was a 1976 Central Catholic High School graduate, and an avid chess player.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother...

May 26, 2025

Matthew Schultz, age 13 of North Canton, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. He was born in Canton on August 28, 2011. Matthew attended North Canton Middle School. He is survived by his loving parents Daniel and Jennifer (Meier) Schultz; sister Sophia Schultz; and grandparents Marg and Mike Rideout, Rev. David and Lynne Schultz, and Jim and Angela...

May 25, 2025

A "gentleman of his time" Faris M. Karoue will be greatly missed by his friends and family. Born to the late Masid and Affeffe Karoue In Arne, Syria January 1,1939 - May 25, 2025. Studied business in Damascus and pursued his career in the States. His business flourished in Canton, he was the owner of Tower's Mens Wear in...

May 22, 2025

Bruce A. Passwaters, age 81 of Canton, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025. He was born on May 2, 1944 in Canton. Bruce is survived by his wife Irma Jo (Harlow) Passwaters, and step-daughters Kimberly Iafelice, Nina Drivas, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Graveside burial for immediate family will be at a later date.

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May 18, 2025

Sam M. Spino, Sr. Age 96 of Canton passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025. Born in Canton to the late Saverio and Philomena (DeSantis) Spino, he was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years Neva (Risaliti) Spino, brother Pat Spino, sisters Josephine Denayer, Lucy Gocek, Yolanda Torre and Cecelia Spitale.

He was a 1947 graduate...

May 17, 2025

Timothy V. Hostetler, age 75 of Canton, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He was born in Canton on August 15, 1949 to the late Vern and Theresa (Laubacher) Hostetler. Tim graduated from Marlington High School, and after proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Air Medal for Meritorious Achievement while...

May 14, 2025

Jeffrey S. Thewes, 63, passed away peacefully Wednesday May 14,  2025.  A life filled with so much love.

Born February 20, 1962, in Canton, Ohio to Russell and Shirley (Thomas) Thewes.

Jeff lived each day with an unwavering commitment to everyone he loved. His memory will be cherished by his wife, Laurie (Coccoli) with whom...

May 13, 2025

Margaret L. "Peggy" Gallucci - Peggy (Bresson) Gallucci, 89, entered into eternal life on May 13, 2025. Peggy was born October 30, 1935 to Joseph and Hilda (Paumier) Bresson, was raised in Louisville, and with her husband Dale, made their home in Middlebranch. She was a devoted Catholic and a faithful member of Little Flower Catholic Parish.

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May 8, 2025

Floyd B. Horton, Sr., age 90 of Canton, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025. He was born in Sandy Hook, Kentucky on July 4, 1934 to the late Lonnie and Mable (Litton) Horton. Floyd retired from Summit Homes after 32 years as a Finish Carpenter.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

May 6, 2025

In the Orthodox faith, when we lose a loved one, we often say, "May their memory be eternal." With our Jiddo, father, husband, brother, and son—there is no doubt that his will be.

Paul Shaheen wasn't just a person; he was a way of life. Because of that, his memory will, without a doubt, be eternal.

May 5, 2025

Hobert Nichols Jr., age 85 of Middlebranch, passed away Monday, May 5, 2025, at home with his daughter by his side. Born in Spencer, West Virginia to the late Hobert and Locie (McCune) Nichols, he was preceded in death by his daughter Martha "Tootie Nichols" Malcuit, brothers Claude and Bob Nichols, and sisters Martha Nichols, Jane Short and Maxine...

May 5, 2025

Dimitra Kefalas

Dimitra Kefalas fell asleep in the Lord, on Monday, May 5, 2025, after a long illness. She was 81 years old.

Born in Volos, Greece on April 17, 1944, Dimitra immigrated to the United Stated in 1967, where she lived in Canton, Ohio after marrying Harry Kefalas. As a member of Holy Trinity...