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Mara L. Berbari, 67, passed away on February 24, 2022, following an extended illness. She was born in Marietta on November 30, 1954. Mara was dedicated to her family and friends. She loved, painting, drawing, crafting, art projects, cooking, bingo, going to parks and fishing. She loved to spend her time with her grandchildren and family. She was member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Massillon. Mara is survived by her son, Michael J. ( Machelle L. Hadley) Berbari II; grandchildren Makaila R. Berbari and Michael J. Berbari III; mother, Gloria D. (Campbell) Keller; siblings, Wayne Alan Casto, Beckie S. Hesson and Jules R. Casto; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in...

On Thursday, January 27, 2022, Merle Swartzentruber, husband and father of 4 children, went home to be with the Lord at the age of 78. Merle was born in Millersburg on March 12, 1943. He married Sara Ann Miller, and they raised 3 sons, Jeff, Todd, and Brent, and a daughter Brenda. Merle later married Judy Yoder. Merle loved the Lord and trusted Him to provide in all areas of life, and he trusted the Lord to do the same for his loved ones. Merle would frequently withdraw to a quiet place to pray for his family and friends. Thank you for demonstrating the discipline of prayer. May you rest in the arms of Jesus until we see you again. Merle was preceded in death by his father Albert...

Loren Neal Wingert, 64, of Navarre, passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022. He was born on September 2, 1957, in Mechanicsburg, PA the son of Nelson and Esther (Buckwalter) Wingert. Loren enjoyed wrestling, hunting, farming, skiing (both water and snow), and dirt bike riding. He enjoyed spending time with and teaching his grandsons. He will forever be remembered for his sense of humor, kind heart and helping friends in need. He also loved to help farmer Dale, Saturday morning breakfast and coffee with friends. He was most of all a devoted husband, father, Papa, son, brother and friend. Loren was a highly skilled construction worker and operator, spending most of his career with Oakes...

Rev. Dennis Karl McDonald, 71, was escorted by Jesus to his eternal paradise that has been prepared for him on December 1, 2021. He was born on October 1, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA to Dr. Khlar and Helen (Hind) McDonald. Dennis was a graduate of Ohio Northern University (BS Civil Engineering), Akron University (MS Civil Engineering) and Ashland Theological Seminary (MS). He was employed by Babcock and Wilcox for 42 years where he worked as a Technical Fellow. He was the former Pastor of Newman Baptist Church and a current Associate Pastor at First Baptist of Massillon. He was also active with Impact Massillon and Camp Koinonia. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Catharine (Boyer)...

H. LaRue Trotter, of Penn Hills, PA, passed away on November 06, 2021. She was born on June 26, 1948 in Bartow, Florida to the late Harold L. Mack and Gerrielean (Tillman). She married Joe William Trotter, Jr. in 1972 and they shared 49 years together. She was an English and Drama Educator. A Homegoing Celebration will be held at Friendship Baptist Church - 920 3rd Street SE, Massillon, OH - on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 11 a.m. The family will receive friends from 10a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Massillon Cemetery. Donations in LaRue's memory can be made to the Department of History (CAUSE) - Carnegie Mellon University. For full obituary and to leave...

ANGELICA KRIVETZKY, Angelica Krivetzky, 93, of Canton, Ohio passed away on January 20, 2021. She was born on September 17, 1927 to the late Julius and Anna (Necca) Peline. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Joseph Krivetzky, Jr., sisters, Irene Bradley, Isabelle Warjon, Geneva Freeman, and brothers, Frank Peline and Val Peline. Angelica was an active member of St. Michael's Catholic Church. She was a beloved employee of Independence Excavating Inc. for 32 years and worked as the office manager and lead bookkeeper until her retirement at age 75. She was very active enjoying her hobbies of sewing, crocheting, knitting, painting, ceramics, cooking and baking....

Gaetano "Guy" Mattioli Cecchini, born March 8, 1937, son to the late Armando and Frances (Czerwinski) Cicchini of Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at Moffit Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida on Tues., Oct. 6, 2020 after a strong and valiant fight against Leukemia. He will be remembered for his devotion to family and friends and passion for helping others. Beyond his professional career as a McDonald's Owner/Operator and developer, Guy supported charitable and educational causes such as Walsh University, home to the Gaetano M. Cecchini Family Health and Wellness Complex, as well the Ronald McDonald House Charities, The Stark County Unique Club, Habitat for Humanity, The United Way,...

Gaetano "Guy" Mattioli Cecchini, born March 8, 1937, son to the late Armando and Frances (Czerwinski) Cicchini of Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at Moffit Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida on Tues., Oct. 6, 2020 after a strong and valiant fight against Leukemia. He will be remembered for his devotion to family and friends and passion for helping others. Beyond his professional career as a McDonald's Owner/Operator and developer, Guy supported charitable and educational causes such as Walsh University, home to the Gaetano M. Cecchini Family Health and Wellness Complex, as well the Ronald McDonald House Charities, The Stark County Unique Club, Habitat for Humanity, The United Way,...

Geneva M. Keevert, 95, passed away on September 25, 2020. She was born in Tipton, IA on December 8, 1924 to Albert and Minnie (Bing) Schott. Geneva was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and was the long time cook and housekeeper at the parish. She is survived by her daughter, Sheryl (Lindy) Rogers; grandchildren, Eric (Robyn) Rogers and Alison Rogers; and two great grandsons, Colt and Clay Rogers. In addition to her parents, Geneva was preceded in death by her husband, Millard D. Keevert; sister, Rose Pullin and brothers, Lawrence, Nelson and Elmer Schott Friends may call at the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church on Wednesday, September 30 from 9:30am-10:30am with a...

Thomas A. "Al" Campbell, 77, passed away unexpectedly on December 3, 2019. He was born in Akron on April 17, 1942 to Wesley and Edna (Oliver) Campbell. An outstanding athlete in his youth, Al graduated from Garfield High School and received both his Bachelor and Master of Science in Education from Akron University. He went on to teach courses in education and coaching at both Walsh University and Akron University. He was a member of the NCAA Cross Country Coaches Association, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Varsity "A" Sports Hall of Fame and the Summit County Sports Hall of Fame. Al is survived by his loving wife Nancy (Barringer) Campbell, whom he married on July 18,1964; their...

Kathleen L Rummins Rugg, age 98, of Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully November 18, 2019 at Licking Memorial Hospital Hospice. Kathleen was born in Massillon, Ohio, on August 1, 1921, to George and Ruth (Burkart) Custer. She graduated from Massillon Washington High School in 1939. She was employed as a secretary at Nickles Bakery, Superior Meats and North American Rockwell during her lifetime. She spent many years volunteering at Hospice of Central Ohio in Newark and the Veteran's Hospital in Riviera Beach, Florida. Crocheting, counted-cross stitch, crafts and bingo kept her busy in her later years. Kathleen was a member of Red Hatters, the Seasiders Club in Singer Island, Florida,...

Elizabeth J. Hill (Polefrone), 98, passed away September 3, 2019. Born July 21, 1921. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Reverend John Keehner at the House of Loreto (2812 Harvard Avenue N.W., Canton, Ohio) Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 10 A.M. The family will receive guests one hour before mass on Saturday from 9 A.M. to 10 A.M. at the House of Loreto.

Donna M. Blocher, 62, passed away unexpectedly on August 27, 2019. She was born on May 29, 1957 in Tallmadge. Donna was a beloved employee of Summit Academy for sixteen years. She had a very generous and loving heart. Donna was dedicated to her family, loved her dogs, shopping with her girls and boating and fishing with Curt. She is survived by her husband, Curt Blocher; children, Kelly (Nathaniel) Addessi, Heather (Travis) Singer, Allison Blocher and Alexander Blocher; four grandchildren; her father, Joseph Buffa; and brother, Ronald (Sancia) Buffa. She was preceded in death by her mother, Anna (Achillie) Buffa The family will receive friends on Friday, August 30, 2019 from 2-4pm and...