John Landis Rice
Jul 13, 2026
John Landis Rice, 77, of Doylestown, Ohio, died on July 13, 2026. Born on August 4, 1948, in Canton, Ohio to the late Michel G. and Ruth (Bristley) Rice. He moved with his family to Akron in 1952 where he graduated from Buchtel High School, Class of 1966. Following graduation, he joined the United States Marine Corp and was a...
Dana Leigh Winkler
Jul 12, 2026
Dana Leigh Winkler, 68, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at his beloved home in Canal Fulton, Ohio. His short battle with cancer was hard-fought and bravely borne.
On January 3, 1958, Dana was born to Roy and Mary Winkler. Raised in Canal Fulton, he was a proud graduate of Northwest High School, Class of 1976. He had been looking...
Anthony John Pavlic Jr.
Jul 19, 2026
Anthony J. Pavlic Jr.
7/27/56- 7/19/26
Tony passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with cancer.
Tony loved motorcycles, watching football, fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed fixing just about anything and cherished spending time with his family.
Tony is survived by his wife of 45 years Lori, his son Jeremiah Pavlic (Misty); his daughter, Emmie...
John Gregory Bailey
Jul 14, 2026
John Gregory Bailey, 81, passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on June 13, 1945, in Akron, Ohio. John lived a life defined by service, integrity, faith, and an unwavering devotion to the people he loved.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John Bailey Jr. and Helen Konya Bailey;...
Leona Ruth Neidert
Jun 29, 2026
Leona Ruth Jarvis Neidert passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026. Leona was born October 9th, 1927 in the West Virginia town of Chloe. She was the youngest and last surviving of nine children born to Calvin and Letha Jarvis.
When Leona was nine years old the family relocated to Seville, Ohio, where she graduated with the honor of Salutatorian. She...
Karen Sue Boylen
Jun 28, 2026
Karen S. Boylen, 75 of North Lawrence, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026. She was born July 12, 1950 in Akron to the late William and Anna Weller. Karen was the most unselfish person you would ever meet. She constantly put everyone before herself. She was God loving Christian and loved carrying for everyone especially her family. She also enjoyed...
Dorothy Ann Gainey
Jun 25, 2026
Dorothy Ann Gainey passed away at home on June 25, 2026, at the age of 99.
As a registered nurse, she served others tirelessly, first in the surgery unit of Mercy Hospital, then in a physician's office in Canal Fulton, and, for many years, in programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Her kind spirit touched everyone she met. She cared deeply about...
Owen Dale Lautenschleger Sr
Jun 25, 2026
Owen Dale Lautenschleger, Sr., age 90, of Canal Fulton, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, June 25, 2026. He was the loving son of the late Alton and Mildred Lautenschleger and the beloved husband of his late wife of 49 years, Kay L. Lautenschleger.
Owen was the devoted father of Owen Dale (Cathy) Lautenschleger, Jr., Renee Ann (Jerry) Morehart,...
Julie Marie Moll
Jun 17, 2026
Julie Marie Moll, 52, of Massillon went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 17th. She was born on May 6th, 1974 in Akron to Kathleen Croskey (Buza) and the late James Croskey. She graduated from Jackson High School.
Julie was an avid music lover of many genres, animal lover and took immense pride in raising her children. She...
Edward Eugene Tesch
Jun 16, 2026
Edward E. Tesch, 79 of Massillon, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Born November 11, 1946 to the late Alfred and Mary (Matheny) Tesch, he was a Canal Fulton/Massillon area resident most of his life and worked as a carpenter for various companies. Ed was a proud US Army Veteran having served in Germany from 1966 to 1968. He enjoyed...
George Arnold Lukinac
Jun 9, 2026
George A. Lukinac, 85 of Canal Fulton, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Born October 16, 1940 to the late George and Mary (Englehart) Lukinac, he was a 1959 graduate of Wadsworth High School where he excelled in football, baseball and track and was affectionately known as the “Galloping Ghost”. George also served in the Army National Guard. He met...
James William Snyder Sr.
Jun 9, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Snyder Sr., who peacefully departed this life on June 9, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on December 12, 1938, in Barberton, Ohio to Russell and Florilla Snyder. James was a graduate of Manchester High School.
James married his wife, Rita in April of 1961, embarking on a...
Dorothy Marie Hildreth
Jun 8, 2026
Dorothy Marie Hildreth peacefully transitioned at the age of 94 on Monday, June 8, 2026. She was born in Barberton, Ohio on May 21st, 1932 to parents, Pete and Mary Zuni.
Dorothy was a graduate of Northwest High School where she was a beloved secretary for 26 years. During her summers off she enjoyed her produce stand and canning her delicious...
Betty Elaine Kelley
Jun 4, 2026
Elaine Kelley, 96, passed away on June 4, 2026, in Pensacola, Florida.
Born Betty Elaine Woodall on June 18, 1929, in Akron, Ohio, Elaine lived a life grounded in faith, family, and joy. She loved the Lord, cherished her family, and had a gift for making people laugh. Her sense of humor, warm spirit, and steadfast love left a lasting impression...
Robert Bruce Penrod
Jun 4, 2026
Robert “Bob” Penrod, 55 of Canal Fulton, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 4, 2026. Born January 10, 1971, he grew up in Marlboro Township and graduated from Heritage Christian School Class of 1989. Bob was employed at Metis Construction for the past 10 years. He was a faithful member of Community Bible Church where he was instrumental in in providing...
Richard Lee Chaney
2026
Richard L. Chaney, 79 of Canal Fulton, passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026 with his family by his side.
Visitation will be held WEDNESDAY, June 10, 2026, 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 Cherry St. E. (Rt. 93) Canal Fulton. Private family burial at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Richard's name are requested...
Alyce Jean Gentner
Jun 4, 2026
Alyce J. Gentner (nee Tomay), age 95, of Canal Fulton, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026 at the Laurels of Massillon. Alyce was born September 29, 1930 in Akron, OH to George and Mabel (Imhoff) Tomay. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Leo F. Gentner Sr. She is survived by her son, Leo F....
Tammy Lynn Gipson
May 30, 2026
Tammy Lynn Gipson, 54 of Canal Fulton, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026. She was born January 26, 1972 and had been an Akron/Canal Fulton area resident all of her life. Tammy was strong in her faith and loved helping others. She was an avid Steelers fan, enjoyed listening to music, and loved cows and dolphins.
She was preceded in death...
Judith Ann Luna
May 26, 2026
Judith "Judy" A. Luna, 79, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
To know Judy was to love her, and to know her was to be loved by her. Whenever you visited “Ma,” you were greeted with a joyful “Hey babe!” and a loving kiss on the cheek. She had a remarkable gift for making everyone around her feel comfortable, cared for,...
JoEllen Stach
May 24, 2026
JoEllen Stach, 72, of Canal Fulton, passed away unexpectedly on May 24, 2026.
Born in Barberton to Matthew and Helen Farkas, JoEllen spent part of her childhood on a farm in Sharon Center before graduating from Barberton High School. She later worked as a secretary for The J.M. Smucker Company.
JoEllen’s greatest joy in life was her family. She was a devoted...
