All Obituaries

Tyler Lee Ward, 28, of Washington Courthouse, formerly of Canton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 21st. Born in Canton, on June 29, 1995, a son of Carrie A. (Ward) Skillern. Tyler was a beloved son, father, brother, and grandson. He is loved and missed by all whom crossed his path. Besides his mother, he is survived by daughter McKenna Ward, of Washington Courthouse; sister Adrianna Bennett; 2 brothers Joshua Casto, Gaige Stahler; grandparents David and Dawn Ward, as well as...

Roger Phillip Campbell, Jr, 81, of Louisville, passed away Thursday, September 21st, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, on May 29, 1942, a son of the late Roger Phillip Sr and Dorothy Lillian (Varner) Campbell. Also preceded in death by son Bill Wiggins; 2 daughters, Toni Newhart, Carol Myers. Roger served in the United States Army Reserve. He worked at Republic Steel in Canton for 33 years before retiring. Survived by his wife Jo Ann (Lockhart) Campbell; 6 daughters Barbara Reinard,...

Johnnie Ray Tucker, 71, of Sarahsville, passed away Sunday, September 17th, at Cumberland Pointe Care Center, St Clairsville. Born in Canton on June 29, 1952, a son of the late James Tucker and Mary (Harvey) Bell. Also preceded in death by 2 brothers Mike and Celvin; sister Mary. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Anita (Dalton) Tucker; daughter Alisha Tucker, of Canton; 4 sons Celvin Tucker, of Mineral City, Isiah Tucker of Byesville, Todd Tucker, Jesse Tucker, of both of Canton; sister...

Mark K Murphy, 58, of Canton, passed away Friday, September 15th, at his home. Born in Dover, on September 26, 1964, a son of Doyle and Darlene (Yearly) Murphy. Survived by daughter Jennifer Moore, of New Philadelphia; 2 sons Nathan Murphy and Nick Murphy, both of Uhrichsville; sister Wendy (Keith) Vogel, of Stonecreek; brother Matthew Murphy, of Brimfield, as well as 6 grandchildren. No services will be held at this time.  Waltner Simchak Funeral Home Locally Owned Since 1917 (330)...

Mary Jane Goshe, 85, of Canton, passed away Thursday, September 14th, at Mercy Medical Center. Born in Wheeling, WV on May 8, 1938, a daughter of the late John and Mary Ann (Macek) Androsky, also preceded in death by her husband Richard Goshe. She was a member of Our Lady Of Peace Christ The Servant Parish and the former St. Paul's Catholic Church of Canton. Survived by 3 sons Michael Goshe, of Raleigh, NC, Jefferey Goshe, and Kevin Goshe, both of Canton. Private services were...

Ruby McCartney, 71, of Canton, passed away Saturday, September 9th, at her home. Born in Lisbon, on March 15, 1952, a daughter of the late Ernest  Leonard. Also preceded in death by her husband Waltner McCartney and brother Gene. She was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 141 of Canton. Survived by son William Bruce III, of Canton; sister Carol; 2 brothers Jim and Bob; as well as her grandson Austin. A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Waltner Simchak...

Jack Gayle Conley, 53, of Canton, passed away Wednesday, September 6th, in Massillon. Born in Canton, on October 31, 1969, a son of the late Linda (Fultz) Egli. Survived by 2 daughters Alyssa (Chris) Paul, of Massillon, Ashly (Wyatt) May, of Canton; sister Amanda West, of Akron; brother Brian (Trisha) Conley, of Ravenna; 6 grandchildren Christopher, Christina, Holly, Alex, Shawn, and Annalise; as well as his buddy Sandy Stanton; and numerous family members and friends. A memorial service...

James Richard Starr, 46, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, September 6th, at Meadow Wind Nursing Home. Born in Canton, on October 15, 1976, a son of Carol (Gauer) Swisher and the late Norman Starr, also preceded in death by grandfather Rich Gauer. Besides his mother, he is survived by 2 daughters Ashley Starr, Kerston Shonce,  both of Massillon; 3 sons Trenton Starr, Gage Shonce, both of Massillon, Nicholas Davis, of Belfontaine; 2 brothers Bryan Starr and Randy Starr; grandmother...

John B. Uminski, 60, of Canton, passed away Monday, September 4th. Born in North Carolina on October 19, 1962, a son of the late Frank and Shirley (Hudson) Uminski, also preceded in death by 2 brothers Frankie Uminski and Eddie Uminski. A member of the Trinity Gospel Temple of Canton, John was also a well known Elvis impersonator. Survived by daughter Mariah Uminski, of Canton; 2 sons Jonathan Uminski, of Massillon, Aaron Uminski, of Canton; 3 sisters Sheree (Shannon) Lucas, of Canton,...

Jimmie Lee Patterson, 77, of Louisville, passed away Sunday, September 3rd, at Aultman Hospital. Born in Shuqualak, Mississippi on March 27, 1946, a son of the late Spencer and Belle (Carbell) Patterson. Survived by 2 daughters Christine Marie Patterson, Shirley Ann Patterson, both of Canton; 2 sons Vincent Eugene Patterson, of Waynesburg, Eric Spencer Patterson, of Louisville; 2 brothers James Walter Patterson, Robert Earl Patterson, both of Canton; 11 grandchildren; numerous...