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Regis M. Pollack

Regis M. Pollack

Nov 30, 2017

Regis M. Pollack age 86 of Canton, passed away Friday morning. Born in Barnesboro, PA to the late John and Mary (Hancharek) Pollack, he was preceded in death by his first wife Katheryn (George) Pollack, second wife Laverne, and four brothers. In 1969 he and his family moved to Ohio from Detroit, MI. Regis worked for General Motors as...

Angeline (Torcasio)  Wright

Angeline (Torcasio) Wright

Nov 24, 2017

Angeline (Torcasio) Wright age 96 of Louisville, passed away Friday afternoon. Born in Nicastro, Italy to the late Louis and Teresa (Torchia) Torcasio, she was preceded in death by her husband Jerome C. Wright, daughter Teresa Johnson, brothers Paul, Alfred, and Carl Torcasio. Angeline was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church. She was an avid gardener, loved cooking,...

Delores Marie (Borzea)  Babcock

Delores Marie (Borzea) Babcock

Nov 21, 2017

Delores Marie (Borzea) Babcock of Canton, passed away early Tuesday morning. Born in Canton to the late John and Virginia (Evers) Borzea, she was preceded in death by her husband Charles L. Babcock Jr., brothers John and Richard Borzea and sister Betty Borzea. She was a graduate of Alliance High School and a member of St. George Romanian Orthodox...

Frederick A. Scharler

Frederick A. Scharler

Nov 17, 2017

Frederick A. Scharler, 83 of Canton, passed away November 17, 2017. Born in Ronco, PA, he graduated from German Township High School. He and his brother, John, started a business together in 1957, Veterans Window Cleaning, in Cleveland, OH. Then other businesses followed, Shore Carpet and Hope Development. He was a true entrepreneur through and through. Fred loved helping...

Louis  J. Shaheen

Louis J. Shaheen

Nov 17, 2017

Louis J. Shaheen, age 88 of Westerville, OH, passed away Friday evening. Born in Canton, to the late Eassa and Jamelee Shaheen, he was a graduate of Canton McKinley High School and Kent State University. Known as "Uncle Louie" to so many of his family and friends, Lou was a true lover of life, who's personality filled the room....

Michael J. Blate

Michael J. Blate

Nov 17, 2017

Michael J. Blate, age 53 of North Canton, passed away Friday, November 17, 2017. He was born in Akron, Ohio on September 22, 1964. Mike was a 1982 graduate of Central Catholic High School, and attended Walsh University, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Management and Finance. He was a self-employed owner of IPG Global Marketing and...

Nick J. Sama

Nick J. Sama

Nov 17, 2017

Nick J. Sama, age 92 of Canton, passed away Friday, November 17, 2017. He was born in San Andrea, Italy on August 10, 1925 to the late Joseph and Caterina (Perosi) Sama. Nick served for the U.S. Army, and after worked as a Processing Engineer for Babcock and Wilcox, where he retired after 40 years. He also worked for...

Randolph B. Welch

Randolph B. Welch

Nov 16, 2017

With his family gathered around him, Randolph B. Welch passed away on November 16 th , 2017 at Mercy Medical Center. He was born September 7 th , 1943 to Boyd R. and Doris T. (Schweitzer) Welch in Akron, Ohio. Randolph is predeceased by his father Boyd, brother Roger, and infant son David. He is survived by his mother,...

Betty L. Kramer

Betty L. Kramer

Nov 16, 2017

Betty L. Kramer, age 77 of Waynesburg, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2017. She was born in Grimsley, Tennessee on June 9, 1940 to the late Charles and Luvena (Sells) Foster. Betty had many hobbies which included bird watching and creating, styling and making her own jewelry. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her eleven brothers...

Emil N. Stefan

Emil N. Stefan

Nov 15, 2017

Emil Nick Stefan, age 84 of Canton, passed away Wednesday evening. He was born in Canton to the late Nick and Pearl (Petricoux) Stefan, he was preceded in death by his wife Norma (Garrini) Stefan and grandson Brent Valentine. Emil was a 1951 graduate of Louisville High School and an Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He retired in...

Romalue A. (Sager)  Langos

Romalue A. (Sager) Langos

Nov 11, 2017

Surrounded by family, Romalue Alice Langos, of Uniontown, Ohio passed away on November 11, 2017 at the age of 85 at St. Luke Lutheran Community in North Canton. Romalue, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for 55 years as well as a member of the Daughters of Penelope of St. Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church, was passionate...

Brenda K. Dean

Brenda K. Dean

Nov 10, 2017

Brenda K. Dean, age 54 of Canton, passed away Friday, November 10, 2017. She was born in Canton, on June 26, 1963. Brenda is survived by her mother Ethel Gainey; sisters Cindy (Bill) Charles and Vickie (Mike) Forchione; and brother Scot (Sherrie) Dean. Private services will be held. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Rossi (330) 492-5830 www.rossifuneralhomeinc.com

Elizabeth A. (Moutousidis)  Tarzan

Elizabeth A. (Moutousidis) Tarzan

Nov 5, 2017

Elizabeth A. Tarzan passed away peacefully November 5, 2017. She was born January 22, 1924 to Paul and Angela (Macrides) Moutousides (Manos), in Canton Ohio. Elizabeth had a long and enchanting life. She brought smiles to those she met and always helped those in need. Liz traveled the world with her husband Lazer J. Tarzan Sr. of 71 years....

Mary L. (Lattavo)  Marchino

Mary L. (Lattavo) Marchino

Nov 3, 2017

Mary Louise Lattavo – Marchino,

Sept. 15, 1917 – Nov. 3, 2017

Daughter of the late Eleuterio and Concetta Lattavo, she was also preceded in death by her brothers Nick, Ormond "Chick", Arthur, Alfred, and Gilbert Lattavo. Mary was devoutly involved with her family and her faith. A child of immigrant parents, Mary embraced the...

Raymond L. Sprankle, Jr.

Raymond L. Sprankle, Jr.

Oct 31, 2017

Raymond L. Sprankle, Jr. age 72 of Canton, passed away Tuesday afternoon surrounded by his family. Ray was born in Canton to the late Raymond L. Sr. and Anne (Pallottini) Sprankle. He was also preceded in death by his brother David Sprankle and sister Rose Coblentz. He was a 1963 graduate of Lincoln High School, member of St. Anthony/All...

Robert A.  Porter, Sr.

Robert A. Porter, Sr.

Oct 30, 2017

Robert A. Porter Sr, age 81 of Canton, passed away Monday afternoon at home surrounded by his loving family. Born in Bellaire, OH to the late Ollie Oliver and Margaret (Lewis) Porter, he was preceded in death by his brothers Thomas and David Porter and sister Darlene Swearengin. Robert was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church...

Frances (Guerra)  Rodriguez

Frances (Guerra) Rodriguez

Oct 29, 2017

Frances (Guerra) Rodriguez, age 94, passed away on October 29, 2017. She was born on October 10, 1923 to the late Francisco and Rosa Guerra. Fran graduated from Timken High School. Francie was one of the original founding members of the Spanish American Women's Club. Fran retired after 30 years of service as the Office Manager of the Ohio...

Craig F. Staffileno

Craig F. Staffileno

Oct 27, 2017

Craig F. Staffileno passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2017. He was born on May 8, 1956 in Sharon, PA. Loving son of the late Fred and Mary Jo Staffileno (Vitartas). Craig graduated from Oakwood High School in 1974, and served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by many sisters, nieces and nephews. A Celebration of...

William F. Quinn

William F. Quinn

Oct 27, 2017

William "Bill" F. Quinn, age 86 of Canton, passed away Friday, October 27, 2017. He was born in Canton on November 28, 1930, to the late Joseph and Anastasia (Lafferty) Quinn. Bill was a Lincoln High School graduate, and became employed by the Ford Motor Company for 30 years, where he worked as a Press Operator. He was a member...

Ronald J. Keefer

Ronald J. Keefer

Oct 26, 2017

Ronald J. Keefer, age 59 of Canton, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2017 after a brief illness. Born in Phillipi, WV, he was a 1976 graduate of Timken Vocational High School, and studied for two years at The Ohio State University. Ron was employed with Midwest Industrial Supply for over 30 years. He was a Navy veteran, enjoyed playing...

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