All Obituaries

Cecil A. Barr Age 83, of Magnolia, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024.  He was born November 7, 1940 in New Matamoras, OH, a son of the late Denver and Bessie (Riggenbach) (Harasimik) Barr, and had been a resident of the Canton and Magnolia area since 1948.  Cecil retired in 1994 from The Timken Co., after 35 years’ service, where he was a crane operator.  He loved sports, especially the Indians, Browns, and Ohio State, and enjoyed old cars.  Cecil is survived...

John Moffett, born on May 2, 1946 to James and Hazel (Howenstine) Moffett, died peacefully at home on April 5, 2024. He was preceded in death by both parents as well as a son-in-law, Michael Rine. He is survived by his wife Judy of 54 years, whom he met when they were both student tour guides at Ohio State; daughters Julie (Nick) Holderbaum of Minerva and Jodie (Rick) Arreguin of Columbus; grandchildren Jamison Rine, Gabriella, Miguel, and Alaina Arreguin, Karleigh (Emerson) Davis, and...

Reverend Joseph J. Zamary  Age 87, of Poland and Waynesburg, passed away Thursday, April 4, 2024. He was born Jan. 8, 1937 in Youngstown, a son of the late Frank and Frances (Yarnovich) Zamary, Sr., and was a life resident except when he was serving Parish’s in Canton and Waynesburg.  He was a 1955 graduate of Ursuline High School.   Fr.  Joe’s road to the Priesthood was a long and twisting one. After high school he attended St. Mary’s College in...

Wanda J. Klotz, Age 81, of Sandyville, passed away Wed., Apr. 3, 2024.  She was born Aug. 4, 1942, in Canton, a daughter of the late John and Evelyn (Robson) Mosberger.  Wanda was a 1960 graduate of Sandy Valley High School and was a member of East Sparta Community Church and Sandy Valley Eagles Aerie #3228.  Preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Klotz, Sr., and her son, Rick Klotz.  Survived by one daughter, Tabby Green; one son, Daniel Klotz, Jr.; two sisters and...

Bertha C. Grell Age 94, of Magnolia, passed away Sat., March 30, 2024.  She was born July 25, 1929 in East Sparta, a daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Black) Truax, and was a life resident of this area.  Bertha was a 1947 graduate of East Sparta High School.  She had been a Dental Assistant for Dr. Lester Tate in Canton for a number of years, and then for his son, Dr. James Tate. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years,...

Bernard C. Furbee Age 85, of Massillon, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024.  He was born May 15, 1938 in Canton, a son of the late Wilbert and Virginia (Burleson) Furbee, and had been a Massillon resident since 2007.  Bernard was a 1956 graduate of Canton Lincoln High School, and retired in 1986 from The Timken Co., after 30 years’ service, where he was a machine repairman.  He was a member of Anchor Baptist Church and served in the U.S. Navy Reserves.  In...

James A. Wilson James A. Wilson, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away at the age of seventy-three on March 27th. Jim's life was characterized by dedication to serving his family and community, embodying love through his actions. Born in Canton, Jim was a natural leader. In his youth he was a successful athlete and a champion of the marginalized. He graduated from Lehman High School. Motivated by a strong commitment to serving God and empowering others, Jim pursued...

Robert D. Johanning Age 93, of East Sparta, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024.  He was born Dec. 20, 1930 in Canton, a son of the late Paul and Mary (Garner) Johanning, and was a life resident of this area.  Bob was a 1948 graduate of Canton South High School, and retired in 1991 from Washington Steel Co. (Republic Steel) with 20 years’ service, where he was an overhead crane operator.  He was a member of Canton First Christian Church and between there and East Sparta...

Lou Ann Pendleton Age 70, of Magnolia, passed away Fri., Mar. 22, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was born Dec. 14, 1953, in Canton to the late Chester and Helen (Henderson) Eddy and was part of East Canton’s 1972 graduating class. Lou Ann owned and operated the Waynesburg Grill for many years where she cooked some of the best foods and shared some of her favorite recipes. Most referred to her as “mom”, and boy did she surpass the role with wise words, a loving...

LaFern Elkins Age 85, of Waynesburg, passed away Friday, March 15, 2024.  She was born May 20, 1938 in Davy, WV, a daughter of the late Bryant and Tennessee “Tina”(Rakes) Fanning, and was a resident of this area most of her life.  LaFern was a 1956 graduate of Bolivar High School, and was retired from the Stark County Community Action Center, after 22 years’ service.  LaFern loved spending time with family and grandchildren, and going to the...