Obituary Listing

Feb 16, 2019

Lewis D. Gandee, 83 of Canal Fulton, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019 at his home surrounded by family. Born on January 30, 1936 in Wanego, WV to the late J. Walter and Mallie (Lloyd) Gandee, he had been a Canal Fulton resident for over 56 years and retired from the Babcock and Wilcox Co. with over 30 years...

Feb 7, 2019

John Marvin Weaver, 81, passed away Thursday, February 7, 2019 at Aultman Compassionate Care with family by his side. John was born in Canal Fulton to the late Willard and Lydia (Wittman) Weaver and was a Canal Fulton area resident all of this life. He was a member of the Canal Fulton Lions Club for 45 years. In addition...

Feb 6, 2019

Nina Aikey (Smith) went home to the Lord Tuesday, February 6, 2019. Her life began in 1924 in a basket left on a front porch on South Street in Akron. Then adopted by Harry and Effie Krohn. She married Bradford Smith during WWII and worked at the PX in Liberal Kansas where Brad was stationed. They moved back to...

Feb 4, 2019

Jason E. Gabor, 46 of Cleveland died February 4, 2019 at his home.  Jason was born July 3, 1972 in Massillon, Ohio,.  He was a graduate of Northwest High School, attended and played football at Capital University, Columbus and graduated from Kent State University.  Jason was a member of Local #310, Concrete Workers, Cleveland.  He was preceded in death...

Feb 1, 2019

Richard "Dick" Meadows, age 84 of Canal Fulton, passed away Feb. 1, 2019. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years Kathleen; He is survived by two sons, Kevin and Rick, four granddaughters and numerous great-grandchildren. He honorably served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He made friends everywhere he went. Funeral Services...

Jan 28, 2019

Marnie E. Maxwell, 44 of Canton formerly of Florida, passed away Monday, January 28, 2019. Born July 27, 1974 in Akron, she was employed as a Registered Nurse. Preceded in death by her mother, Marcie; she is survived by her sons, Corbin and Connor Maxwell; father, Larry (Karen) Ketler. Private Services will be held at the convenience of the...

Jan 21, 2019

Earnest Ayres of Canal Fulton, Ohio passed away quietly at home on January 21, 2019. Born in Erwin, West Virginia to the late Virgil O. & Ethel M. (Lambert) Ayers; he had spent his adult life in Northeast Ohio. He had served 4 years in the US Air Force during the Korean War until his honorable discharge in 1956. ...

Jan 21, 2019

Patricia A. Floyd, 79 of Cuyahoga Falls formerly of Canal Fulton, passed away Monday, January 21, 2019. Per the family's wishes cremation has taken place and no services will be held.

Jan 20, 2019

John F. Lavis, Sr. (Jack), 77, of Canal Fulton passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2019. Born on December 12th, 1941 to the late Fred and Leita Lavis of Sophia, West Virginia. Jack served 4 years in the U.S. Army and was employed by Brilex.   He enjoyed all types of dance and taught East Coast Swing, he was an...

Jan 20, 2019

Leonard "Lenny" Paoletti, Jr., 84 of Akron died Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Summa, Akron City Campus.  Lenny was born April 2, 1934 in Akron to the late Leonard and Katherine (Rachubka) Paoletti and had lived most of his life in Akron.  He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and was a baker for Kistlers Bakery...

Jan 10, 2019

Mary Ann Davis, 76 of Canal Fulton, passed away Thursday, January 10, 2018 at Aultman Hospital. Funeral Services will be held TUESDAY, 12pm Noon at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 Cherry St. E. (Rt. 93) Canal Fulton. Entombment at Rose Hill Memorial Gardens, Massillon. Visitation will be held ONE HOUR PRIOR to service time.

Jan 8, 2019

Charles E. "Chuck" France, 79 of Canal Fulton, passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2019 with his wife by his side. Born July 23, 1939 in New Philadelphia to the late Alex and Susan France, Chuck was a 1958 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. After high school Chuck served in the United States Air Force for four years and...

Jan 7, 2019

Doris Hope Denchik, 92 , born in Akron on January 18, 1926  went to meet Jesus, Monday,  January 7, 2019.  She leaves behind her husband of 69 years, Joseph; a son Mark (Donna) Denchik and three daughters, Joyce (Chuck) Fouts, Janet (Bob) Andeson and JoAnne (Greg) Will.  Seven grandchildren and Fifteen great grandchildren.  She was a member of Trinity...

Dec 28, 2018

Christina I. Mayberry, 28 of Canal Fulton, born August 7, 1990 passed away Friday, December 28, 2018 at her home. A Graveside Service will be held FRIDAY, 10:30am at Canal Fulton Cemetery, Fr. Kevin McCaffrey, officiating.

Dec 16, 2018

Robert R. Woodall, 78, of North Canton formerly of Canal Fulton died Sunday, December 16, 2018. Robert was born in Richwood, West Virginia, was raised in Canal Fulton and graduated from Northwest High School. He served in the U.S. Army and retired from the Hoover Company with 37 years of service.  He was an active member of Little Flower...

Dec 13, 2018

Tim A. Decker, 71 of Canal Fulton, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2018. Born on August 31, 1947 in Canton to the late James and Margaret Decker, he graduated from Wadsworth High School then enlisted into the Army Reserves. Tim earned is bachelors degree from Kent State University and retired from Goodyear after 35 years of service. Tim is...

Dec 7, 2018

Peggy M. Bennett, 88, passed away suddenly on December 7, 2018. She was born in Spencer, W. Va and moved to Ohio with her family as a teenager. Peggy attended Akron Garfield High School and after graduation worked for Salfield Publishing Company in Akron. Married to Wilford Bennett for just over 60 year she was a very loving and...

Dec 4, 2018

Mary L. Miner, 95 of Canal Fulton, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2018. Born in Akron to the late William and Catherine Leffler she had been an area resident all of her life. Mary was a member of SS Philip and James Catholic Church, volunteered for many organizations, was an avid crotcheter, enjoyed puzzles and most importantly loved spending...

Dec 3, 2018

Barbara Lee, 80 of Clinton died Monday, December 3, 2018 at Chapel Hill Community, Canal Fulton. Barbara was born May 11, 1938 in Clinton, Ohio to the late Elza and Anna (Schmitt) Lee.  She was a retired nurse and a member of SS Philip & James Catholic Church, Canal Fulton and the former St. George Catholic Church, Clinton.  Mass...

Nov 27, 2018

Ethan James Montgomery was born and passed away Tuesday, November 27, 2018. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Robert and Jacqueline Montgomery. Ethan is survived by his parents, Joseph and Angela (Bedford) Montgomery; siblings, Spencer, Sophia, Lila and Liam; grandparents, Douglas and Barbara Bedford.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held MONDAY, December 3, 2018, 10:00am...