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Nevin B. Souers, 81, of Naples, FL was called to be with the Lord on December 4, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carolyn R. (Ely) Souers, daughters Melissa ( Phil) Warga of Salem, OH, and Jennifer ( Todd) Guber of Boston MA, granddaughter, Katie Warga of Columbus, OH, and grandson, Curtis Warga of Salem, OH, siblings Mitch (Judy) Souers of Canton, OH, Sanford (Betty Jean) Souers of Jacksonville, FL, Mark (Kathy) Souers of Crystal Beach FL, Beverly (Dick) Raebel of Chamblee, Ga, Gail (Gary) Linerode of Plymouth, MI, Vickie (Tim) Postlewaite of Newcomerstown, OH along with several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his two sisters, Janice McLaughlin and Nadine Klitz....

Gary L Burgett, age 81, of Louisville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, June 27, 2021. He was born in Canton, on July 24, 1939, to the late Kenneth and Martha Burgett. He grew up on the family farm in Salineville, Ohio. Gary graduated from Irondale High School in 1957 and Muskingum College in 1961. He married his high school sweetheart Dana (Williamson) on June 11, 1961, and they recently celebrated 60 years of marriage. Gary's career began at Conotton Valley High School where he taught math, coached basketball, and served as the high school's principal. Later he became an area coordinator for the Ohio Department of Education, retiring with over 40 years of service. Gary...

Donald A. Todoran, age 63, of Louisville, passed away on Saturday May 8, 2021. Born June 30, 1957 in Canton, he was the son of George A. and Nancy (Miller) Todoran. He retired from Canton Drop Forge after 35 years of service. Donald was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his daughter, Amber Erwin; grandchildren: Benjamin, Kennedy, and Warren; mother, Nancy M. Todoran; and a sister, Connie L. Greathouse. Calling hours will take place on Thursday from 5-7PM at Stier-Israel Funeral Home in Louisville, there will be no additional services. Online condolences may be left at www.Stierisraelfuneralhome.com. Stier-Israel 330-875-1414

Mary C. Shankle "Lo, I am with you always even until the end of the world." Passing peacefully at home naturally Mary went home to be with the Lord, April 21, 2021. Born Feb 20, 1923 in Canton, OH, to the late Henry A. & Forest E. (Meek) Stockert. A 1940 graduate of Louisville High in Louisville, OH where she resided. She was a devote church member for 85 years of MLLC until closing in 2009 when she joined Kountze Memorial. Surviving family include, 2 sons, Roger Matz & Mark Francis, SR., daughter-in-law Joyce (Donald) Matz; 6 grandkids, Penny (Matz) Bragg, Steven Matz, Mark Jr, Jennifer, Michael, & Jeffrey Francis; 20 Great & 4 Great-Great Grandkids, numerous nieces &...

Jody J. Long Eye, age 42, of Homeworth, OH, passed away Monday, April 12, 2021 surrounded by her daughters and friends. She was born in Alliance, OH on April 14, 1978. Jody was a Medical Assistant Phlebotomist and was a member of the Louisville Church of Christ. She loved animals and called them her fur babies. Jody was preceded in death by her father Donald Eye. She is survived by her two daughters, Theresa and Alyvia Long; her mother, Barbara Smith; a chosen sister, Jeannie Ray; several cousins, aunts and uncles. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Louisville Church of Christ, 1520 California Ave., Louisville, Ohio 44641. Online...

William "Bill" Yoak, age 79, of Louisville, OH passed away Monday, April 12, 2021. He was born July 11, 1941 in West Virginia to the late Johnson and Virgie Yoak. Bill was retired from the Akron City Water Dept, after 25 years of service. He was an avid golfer, fisherman and deer hunter. Bill is survived by his wife of 37 years, Verna Jeanne Yoak; a daughter, Michelle (Fred) O'Connor; step-daughter, Lisa (Bob) Smith; sister, Hazel; three brothers, Dan, Rod and David; granddaughter, Brandi and several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by three sisters, Jeanne, Martha and Mary. Funeral services will be 12noon Friday at Stier-Israel Funeral Home in...

Harry H. Hoskins, age 83, formerly of Warren, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 2, 2020, following a declining period of health. Born September 20, 1937 in Farrell, PA; he was the son of William and Mary (Guthrie) Hoskins. Harry proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force as an Air Traffic Controller. He was a graduate of Hiram College; and retired from Packard Electric where he worked as a General Supervisor of Personnel and Manufacturing. He served as a board member for "Someplace Safe" in Warren; he was a member of Champion Kiwanis, Old Eire Masonic Lodge #3, F & AM; he was an avid golfer, and enjoyed reading. Harry received the "Gift of Life" through a heart...

Kristina Schaaf, 64, of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on September 11th 2020 in Canton Ohio. A Burial and memorial will be held at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Akron, OH on Friday September 18th 2020 at 11 am. Online condolences may be left and a full obituary can be read at www.stierisraelfuneralhome.com Stier-Israel Funeral Home 330-875-1414

Rita J. (Thorley) Stover On Monday, July 6th, 2020 Rita J. (Thorley) Stover kissed her daughter, made her last stop on her 95-year earthly journey, and slipped peacefully away. She began that journey in Canton, Ohio on August 8th 1924 and grew up through the depression years as the second oldest of a family of seven siblings and the daughter of Ruth Sutters and Thomas Thorley. Throughout her life she believed in order, discipline, hardwork, honesty, but most of all love. Beginning her work career with the Ohio Bell Telephone Company (1942) and Hoover's (1945), she then met and married the handsome sailor Arthur J. Stover. Later, with their only daughter Ruth Lynne "Stover" (Ted) Rhodes,...

Betty Sue Loudin, age 66, of Deerfield passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2020, at UH-Ravenna Hospital following a period of declining health. Betty Sue was the daughter of Gretchen and Gerald Loudin. Betty Sue was a graduate of Southeast High School Class of 1972. After high school she attended Mount Union College graduating in1976 with a degree in elementary education. Betty Sue was employed with Stahl's Farm Market during her high school and college years. After receiving her teaching credentials she taught at Howland Christian School for a short time and then spent the majority of her career at Southeast Local Schools in Portage County. Betty Sue was always proud to say she was a...

Luther W. Lautenschlager, age 79, of Canton passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2020. Born November 7, 1940 in Ellicott City, Maryland; he was the son of Paul E. and Evelyn (Daugherty) Lautenschlager. Luther retired as the CEO of St. Luke's Lutheran Community in North Canton; formerly was a Nursing Home Administrator in Mars, Pa.; and had pastored at the St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Tonawanda, NY. He was a member of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Canton. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda M. (Sponseller); a daughter, Julie Lautenschlager; a sister, Mary Lou Kelly and a brother, Paul A. Lautenschlager. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Jean...

Doris J. Steely age 86, formerly of Louisville OH, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. She was born in Armstrong Mills, OH to the late Laura and Walter Deafenbaugh. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 37 years, Robert Steely (1999), three sisters, and 2 brothers. She is survived by her two daughters, Nancy (John) Wright and Miriam (Mike) Frydrak; four grandchildren: Brandon, Anthony, Benjamin and Nicolette; and brother, Roy Deafenbaugh. She will be dearly missed by family and friends and will be fondly remembered for her love and dedication to God and family, her giving heart and her zest for life. In honoring her wishes, Doris was cremated, a graveside service will be...

RALPH H. THOMAS, of Louisville, OH, formerly of Cleveland, Medina, Walton Hills & Bath, passed away in his home on March 9, 2020, following his 6-year struggle with cancer. Ralph was a well-known Electrical Design Engineer, having received his BS Degree from Case Institute of Technology in 1961, having been a member of the Zeti Psi fraternity, and had worked in that field for various companies in northern Ohio during his more than 50 years of employment. He retired from Salem Design & Manufacturing in 2018. In 1994/1995 he was awarded the "Who's Who" Worldwide in the Registry of World Leaders and Engineers. In the 1980s he also received a Master's Degree in Tax Accounting from...

Margaret Ann "Maggie" Longsworth, age 83, went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 2020. Maggie was born on April 17, 1936 in Canton, Ohio. She loved entertainment in the form of music, theater, movies, or T.V. She also enjoyed traveling and never letting the grass grow under her feet. Spending time visiting and playing tickets with her friends at the club was a must, she was a social butterfly and never knew a stranger. Maggie belonged to the Louisville F.O.E., Louisville American Legion, and VFW Post # 3747. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Glenn E. Longsworth, parents Barney and Patricia Hassett, and brother, Jack Hassett. Maggie is survived by her brothers, Wiliam...

Dennis E. Wasko, age 66, of Louisville, passed away at his home on Wednesday, January 29, 2020. Born July 30, 1953 in Stubenville, he was the son of the late Daniel and Edna (Wallace) Wasko. Dennis was retired from Warner Cable, was a U.S, Army Veteran, had been a member of the IOOF in Stubenville, and was a member of McKinley Lodge F&AM in Canton. Survivors include his wife of 39 years,Melany L. (Mazzaferro); daughter, Stacey Wasko, and a son Brandon Wasko; two grandsons: Isaac and Wade; and a sister Cathy (James) Marker. A Memorial Service will be at the Stier-Israel Funeral Home in Louisville on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 1:00PM where calling hours will be held one hour prior to...

Eleanor M. Garren, 95, of Granville, OH, formerly of Louisville and Stratton Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 29th, 2019 at Middleton Assisted Living in Granville, OH. Eleanor was born May 12th, 1924 in Toronto, OH to the late Michael and Anna (Zamborsky) Bodnar. Prior to her retirement and moving to Louisville and then Granville from Stratton, OH, Eleanor and her late husband Ralph owned and operated two businesses; Garren's Produce Market in Empire, OH and Garren's Mobile Home Court in Stratton, OH. She was also known as the BEAD LADY, having made over 1000 prayer bracelets and necklaces for people. In addition to her parents, Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband Ralph,...

Elizabeth L. "Betty" Hawley, age 76, of Louisville passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2019. Born January 31, 1943 in Wheeling, WV; she was the daughter of Paul and Matilda (Stenger) Bott. Betty was a member of the Catholic faith and attended various parishes. She was an avid gardener, a wonderful seamstress, she loved to quilt, and loved various crafts such as weaving pine-needle baskets. Besides her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her husband Tom, who died on July 9, 2019; as well as a brother Paul Bott. She is survived by her three sisters: Matilda Koleska, Loretta (Bill) Riesbeck, and Charlene Kuehnle; a sister in law Sue (Jake) Sentlingar; and many nieces and nephews. A...

Constance L. "Connie" Vick, age 76, formerly of Louisville, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2019. Born January 3, 1943 in Canton, she was the daughter of John and E. Constance (Deem) Lowe. She was a member of Paradise United Church of Christ; she had a love of history, enjoyed making quilts, collected teddy bears, was an avid sports fan, and had a big heart for animals. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Bill, and sister, Dee Dee. She is survived by her daughters, Cheryl (Bryan) Cok of Ridgeway, SC, and Amy Murray of Brewster; grandchildren: Katie, Christian, Taylor, Carter, Sawyer, and Preston; sisters: Loretta Chalfant, Marie Henson, and Becky Collier, and...

Bill Sassaman, 95, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2019. He was born January 16, 1924 to the late Earl and Myrtle (Miller) Sassaman in Alliance. Following his graduation from AHS in June of 1942 he began an Apprenticeship at Transue & Williams as a Tool and Die Maker. His career was put on hold when he enlisted in the United States Army Air Force during WWII. After serving 2 years overseas, he returned to Alliance and married his high school sweetheart, Beatrice McGrew, in 1946. They spent 68 years together until her death in 2014. He loved his family and was passionate about golf. A member of Sleepy Hollow Country Club, most of his spare time was spent on the course but he never...

Margaret L. Rieman, age 91, of Louisville, Ohio, and the past two years lived in Warren, Ohio to be close to her daughter, passed away Friday, September 13, 2019. Margaret was born in Chesterhill, Ohio on August 29, 1928 to the late Harrison and Mary Hoon. Margaret was a cafeteria worker at Louisville High School for eighteen years. She was a member of the Louisville Christian Church. Margaret enjoyed gardening, cooking and spending time with her family. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Duane in 2001 and a sister, Jane Van Fossen. She is survived by a daughter, Carol (Tina) Rieman; a son, Fred (Ruth) Rieman; two grandsons, Eric and Tyler Rieman. Funeral...

Charles "Chuck" E. Wagmiller, age 81, of Louisville, Ohio, passed away Sunday, September 8, 2019. He was born in Alliance, Ohio on February 19, 1938 to the late Ernest and Ferna (Crawford) Wagmiller. Chuck was retired from the Timken Co. and he was also a retired Louisville school bus driver. He was a member of the Louisville Eagles and he was a Boy Scout Leader for 30 years. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his step-father, Frank Wafler and a brother, William Wagmiller. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marlene (Evans) Wagmiller; two daughters, Jean (Jesse) Perry and Julie (Greg) Bevilacqua; a brother, Eugene (Cathy) Wagmiller; three grandchildren, Marcus and Andrew...