Obituary Listing

Jun 28, 2025

Robert B. "Bob" Dressel,

Age 92, of Malvern, passed away Sat., June 28, 2025.  He was born Jan. 10, 1933, in Greenford, OH, a son of the late Ralph and Margaret (Davies) Dressel.  Bob retired from Kent State University-Stark as a Professor of Mathematics and was a member of St. Stephen Martyr Lutheran Church.  Preceded in death...

Jun 27, 2025

Helen E. Gilmore,

93, passed away in her home in North Canton on June 27, 2025. Helen was the rock of the Gilmore family, always ready to offer her care, support, and a ferocious combination of kindness, loyalty, and love — and, tough love, whenever it was necessary. She showed us all what it meant to be...

Jun 23, 2025

Master Sgt. (Ret.) Joseph Burd,

age 70, formerly of Canton, OH, passed away on June 23, 2025 in Sun City, AZ.  He was born Aug. 29, 1954, in Latrobe, PA, a son of the late Roy and Janet (McCartney) Burd.  Joe served in the U.S. Marines for 21 years, having been stationed in the United States and...

Jun 23, 2025

With a heart as big as his garage and a spirit rooted as deep as the flowers he tended, John A. Slish, Sr. found peace on June 23, 2025—leaving behind a family who adored him, a yard that will surely miss his green thumb, and a legacy built on love, hard work, and a little bit of rock 'n'...

Jun 20, 2025

Roberta L. "Jackie" Beaber,

Age 95, of North Canton, passed away Fri., June 20, 2025.  She was born Aug. 17, 1929, in Roswell, OH, a daughter of the late David and Veda (Bailey) Ball.  Jackie was a 1947 graduate of Strasburg High School and was a member of RiverTree Christian Church.  She had lived at Willowdale Lake...

Jun 15, 2025

Lee G. Cramer,

Age 83, of Uniontown, passed away Sun., June 15, 2025.  He was born May 16, 1942, in Canton, a son of the late Ronald and Evelyn (Harlen) Cramer.  Lee was a 1960 graduate of Hoover High School and was a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church.  With his brother Larry, he was the Owner...

Jun 9, 2025

Judith Ann Doerschuk,

December 7, 1941 to June 9, 2025, passed away peacefully under the compassionate care of Bethany Nursing Home and Crossroads Hospice.  Predeceased by her parents, Donald and Mildred McDonald, sister, Marcia McDonald, her beloved cousin, Delona Yohe, aunts, Thelma Daghir and Delores Mitchell, and her cousin, Eleanor Kear.

Survived by her son,...

Jun 8, 2025

Eric E. Hurley,

Age 57, of Canton, passed away Sun., June 8, 2025.  According to his wishes, there will be no services.  Donations in Eric's name may be made to: Buckeye Council, Scouting America, 2301 13th St NW #3154, Canton, OH 44708, or: https://www.buckeyecouncil.org/support/ . Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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Jun 6, 2025

Gary W. Gray,

Age 81, of East Sparta, passed away Fri., June 6, 2025.  He was born Sept. 3, 1943, in Barnesville, OH, a son of the late Lloyd and Madgel (Householder) Gray.  Gary served with the US Army, retired from the Timken Co. as a furnace operator, and was a member of East Sparta Community Church....

Jun 6, 2025

Dennis R. "Denny" Glaser,

Age 75, of Magnolia, passed away Fri., June 6, 2025.  He was born Mar. 1, 1950, in Canton, a son of the late Paul and Janice (Zwick) Glaser.  Denny was a 1969 graduate of Sandy Valley High School and was a member of St. James Catholic Church.  He spent forty years in the...

Jun 1, 2025

Joyce A. Shisler,

Age 93, of North Canton, passed away Sun., June 1, 2025.  She was born June 3, 1931, in Canton, a daughter of the late Harold and Ruby (Youtz) Buchtel.  Joyce was a 1949 graduate of Lincoln High School, retired from North Canton City Schools as a Teacher and was a member of Trinity United...

May 28, 2025

Anthony "Tony" Rogers, Jr.,

Age 95, of Magnolia, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wed., May 28, 2025.  He was born Aug. 24, 1929, in Cleveland, OH, a son of the late Anthony and Maria (Buontempo) Rogers, Sr.  Tony was a member of St. Mary's of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Morges and retired...

May 27, 2025

Betty J. McCauley,

Age 92, of Massillon, passed away Tues., May 27, 2025.  She was born Nov. 14, 1932, in Washington, PA, a daughter of the late Joseph and Pansy (Gray) Falcone. Betty retired from the Caboose Restaurant, where she was a waitress, and was a member of The Father's House.

Preceded in death by...

May 19, 2025

Amos H. "Sonny" Alexander, III

Age 82, of Magnolia, peacefully passed on Monday, May 19, 2025. He was born on October 10, 1942, in Canton, Ohio, a son to the late Amos and Martha Alexander. Together with his late wife, Margaret "Margie" (Downes) Alexander, he leaves behind a loving legacy through their six children.

Amos...

May 15, 2025

Jeffery Wayne Girard, born Oct. 18, 1948, in Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2025, in Ohio. A worldly man, Jeff, affectionately known as "Dad", spent his early years traveling and experiencing life to its fullest. He was a builder, mountain climber, and storyteller who captivated those around him with his adventurous spirit and rich tales.

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May 14, 2025

Michael A. Kennedy,

Age 62, of Canton, passed away Wed., May 14, 2025 after a long illness.  He was born in Canton Sept. 13, 1962, a son of the late James "Fluke" and Shirley (Mayle) Kennedy.  Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Shawn; brother, James; two nephews; and infant twin sisters.  He...

May 14, 2025

Jill M. Ley,

Age 74, of Magnolia, passed away Wed., May 14, 2025.  She was born July 1, 1950, in Omaha, NE, a daughter of the late Mervyn and Winifred "Bunny" (Worker) Crosnicker.  Jill had worked at Crossroads Restaurant for many years.  She was an avid reader who enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with family and...

May 13, 2025

Florence (Moll) Cascioli,

Age 94, of Magnolia, passed away Tues., May 13, 2025.  She was born Aug. 20, 1930, in Massillon, a daughter of the late Frank and Mildred (Rohr) Moll.  Florence was a 1948 Graduate of Jackson High School and was a member of St. James Catholic Church where she sang in the choir.  She was...

May 8, 2025

Gary Lee Pfau

Age 87, of Louisville, passed away Friday, May 8, 2025, after valiantly battling stage 4 cancer.  Gary was born September 28, 1937, in East Sparta Ohio, a son of the late Henry and Amanda (Newhouse) Pfau.  Gary graduated from Sandy Valley High School in 1955 and was a member of the Sandy Valley Alumni. ...

May 6, 2025

Paul J. Wiandt,

Age 74, of Canton, passed away Tues., May 6, 2025.  He was born May 4, 1951, in Canton, a son of the late Charles and Lucille (Sell) Wiandt.  He attended Waynesburg Elementary School and graduated from Sandy Valley High School.  Over the years Paul had been employed by Whitacre-Greer Fireproofing in Magnolia and Waynesburg,...