Obituary Listing

May 17, 2025

Catherine "Kit" Mehl, born December 18, 1946, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Kit was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and loving partner. She touched countless lives through her years as a sixth-grade teacher in the Northwest School District, where she inspired generations of students with her wisdom, kindness, and quiet strength. Kit's legacy...

May 17, 2025

Linda M. Badida, 76 of Canal Fulton, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2025. She was born April 16, 1949 to the late Traian and Leona Preda. Linda and Roger were married for 50 years, having celebrated their 50th anniversary with family and friends this past October.

She loved flowers and small animals, who in return showed their...

May 14, 2025

Priscilla V. Lawrence, 92 of Canal Fulton, passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2025. She was born May 26, 1932 to the late C. Scott and Tella Dixon. Priscilla was a member of the Barberton Church of Christ for 64 years, where she was a bible class teacher. She enjoyed singing with her sisters, collecting dolls, bicycle riding, roller skating,...

May 7, 2025

Yolanda Sparks (ne'e Makransky), 78, passed away peacefully on May 7th, 2025. She doubled her original predicted life expectancy living 9 years with metastatic breast cancer.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Yolanda was a devoted daughter to the late Irene Workman and Julius Makransky. She was the beloved wife of Stephen Sparks for nearly 60 years, loving mother...

May 6, 2025

Sally Ruth Westbrooks, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, at the age of 76. A creative and empathetic soul, Sally lived a life filled with beauty, generosity, and love for her family.

Born in Akron to Martha (Foster) Shepherd and John Shepherd, Sally graduated from Garfield High School in 1966...

May 4, 2025

Cassandra "Cassie" Grace Arney was born Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 8:47 p.m. to parents Douglas and Elizabeth Arney of Dalton.  Cassie's parents were blessed with almost an hour with her before she was called home into the heavenly kingdom.  Cassie will always be loved and remembered by her family and anyone touched by her story.

In...

Apr 28, 2025

Odell Spence, 87 formerly of Sterling, OH, passed away at home on Monday, April 28, 2025 after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. Born January 9, 1938 in Stiltner, WV to the late Basil and Dorothy (Adkins) Spence; he worked for Smucker's for many years and eventually retired from Bell and Howell after 15 years of service. Odell enjoyed hunting,...

Apr 27, 2025

Donna Mae (Lawrence) Fisher, 86 of North Lawrence, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025. She was born July 20, 1938 to the late Kenneth and Alice Lawrence. Donna worked 10 years for Westinghouse in Orrville and was also a homemaker. She loved family gatherings, going on rides through the countryside which always ended with getting ice cream, traveling with...

Apr 27, 2025

James R. Adams, 73 of Canal Fulton, unexpectedly went home to be with our Lord on Sunday, April 27, 2025.  Jim was born on December 8, 1951, in Covington, KY, to the late Ollie James Adams and Ellen Elizabeth "Betty" (Fornash) Adams.  Jim was a 1969 graduate of Holmes High School where he met the love of his life,...

Apr 26, 2025

Jamie Lynn (Fudge) Panaciulli, 42, passed away at home Saturday, April 26, 2025. She was born December 30, 1982 and had been a life resident of the Canal Fulton/Doylestown areas. Jamie graduated from Northwest High School Class of 2001 and received her bachelor's degree from Kent State University. She enjoyed arts and crafts, gardening, and interior decorating. Jamie was...

Apr 22, 2025

Rita Wright, 84 of Canal Fulton, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025. She was born December 27, 1940 in Williamson, WV to the late Hiram and Texas (Smith) Dillon. Rita worked in the food service business and retired from Merryweather Foam. She enjoyed crafting, crocheting, card games, and playing bingo. She loved taking care of her family and especially...

Apr 22, 2025

Clarence W. Carr Sr., 79, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 22, 2024. He was born April 20, 1946 in Bowden, WV to the late Ira and Florence (Summerfield) Carr. Clarence retired from Akron Dispersions with over 40 years of service and was a founding member of Victory Fellowship Church in Barberton. He enjoyed hunting, gardening...

Apr 17, 2025

James Edward Cobb Sr. "Ed", of Canal Fulton, Ohio, passed away on April 17, 2025. He was the son of Eva Zak and Albert Cobb, both deceased, and preceded in death by his devoted wife, Marilyn Harrigan-Cobb; his stepdaughter, Tammy Crouch-Gatrell; and his sisters, Kathryn Lee and Shawn Lacy. He is survived by his daughter, Debi Cobb-Lazar; his stepson,...

Apr 7, 2025

Joan B. Rohr, 91 of Canal Fulton, passed away Monday, April 7, 2025. Born February 27, 1934 to the late John and Cecelia (Shaneman) Marchand, she was a Canal Fulton resident for 68 years. Joan retired from Portage Electric after 20 years of service and was a member of SS Philip and James Catholic Church. She enjoyed watching Wheel...

Apr 6, 2025

Donald E. Begert, 67 of Marshallville, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025. Born February 1, 1958 to the late Glenn and Beverly Begert. Don was a Masonry teacher for the Norton City School District for 25 years. He enjoyed gardening, being outdoors and most importantly spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his parents,...

Apr 4, 2025

James E. Betty II, 76 of Canal Fulton, passed away Friday, April 4, 2025. He was born April 26, 1948 to the late James Sr. and Mildred (Vaughn) Betty. Jim had a passion for the game of golf. He was the golf coach for Coventry High School for 14 years, was an instructor with First Tee Akron and also...

Mar 29, 2025

"Together Again"

Carol B. Denzer, 97, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025. She was born October 11, 1927 in Richland Twp., South Dakota to the late Richard and Bertha (Opsahl) Churchill. Carol held various jobs throughout her life including being a home health aide for dialysis patients. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary...

Mar 23, 2025

Rosemarie Lamb, 63 of Canal Fulton, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025. She was born July 12, 1961 in Barberton and had been a lifelong area resident. Rose retired from the Akron Laborers Union 894 with over 20 years of service. When Rose was younger she actively enjoyed 4H,  barrel racing, and being on the farm. Later in life...

Mar 21, 2025

Keith Zickefoose, 64 of Massillon, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025. He was born November 21, 1960 and had been a lifelong area resident retiring from Lindsay Concrete. Keith enjoyed hunting, working around the family farm in southern Ohio, riding around on his four wheeler, and loved getting ready for the yearly family Halloween party. He spent many days...

Mar 18, 2025

Ada June Anderson (affectionately known as "Brownie" & "Nanny")

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ada June Anderson, lovingly known to many as "Brownie," on March 18, 2025, at the age of 92. Ada was born on May 24, 1932, in rural Eastern Kentucky and throughout her remarkable life, she became a...