All Obituaries

Thomas Edward Fletcher, lovingly known to many as “Coach Fletch,” passed away on May 18, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on February 23, 1953, Thomas was the son of Robert J. Fletcher and Dorothy Brown of Canton, Ohio. He was born and raised in Canton and graduated from Lehman High School, Class of 1971. Thomas also spent many meaningful years living in Clearwater, Florida, where he became a familiar and respected figure in the community. Thomas dedicated over thirty years of his ...

Linda Kay (Ison) Lilly, age 82, of Canton, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 17, 1944, in Canton, to the late John and Bernice Ison. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Darel, David, Donald, and Gary Ison. Linda spent most of her life in Canton, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and kindness. She was a devoted wife to her husband, John Lilly Jr., with whom she shared 65 years of ...

Richard D. Baysinger Age 84 passed away Thursday May 7, 2026, following a long illness. Born in Clifton, CO, he moved to Canton after meeting his wife, Karen. He was a U.S. Navy veteran, retired from J & L Steel 1999 and following retirement enjoyed working at Mercy Medical Center as a bus driver. He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, American Legion Canton Post #44, Canton FOE Post 538 and was an avid golfer. Dick is survived by his wife, Karen (Cusack) Baysinger of the home; ...

Helen M. Mitchell Age 90, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, died Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at Mercy Cleveland Clinic, following a brief illness. Born in Canton, January 30, 1936, to the late Joseph and Magdalena (Bzoski) Dambrowski. She had lived in the Canton area most of her life, graduating from Timken Vocational School and retiring from Petrocon Oil Company in 2012 after more than 40 years of dedicated service, before moving to Beloit 34 ...

Lawrence T. Wish, 83, of Canton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Larry was born on March 7, 1943, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Thaddeus and Mildred (Tope) Wish. He was a 1961 graduate of Central Catholic High School. He then attended Walsh College, where he was a standout member of the men's basketball team. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, he served during the Vietnam War and eventually retired from the Hoover Company after 30+ years of ...

Vivian Marcella Sautters Vivian Marcella Sautters, 100, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on March 25th  at St. Luke's Nursing Home in North Canton, Ohio. Vivian “Viv” was born January 12th, 1926 in Canton Ohio to Agnes (Mohn) and Julius Miller. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years Richard “Dick” Sautters, brothers Edward and George, sisters Mildred and Dolores, and daughter-in-law Denise Sautters (Dennis). Vivian is survived by her ...

Anna M. Brier Age 104 died Monday March 23, 2026, following a brief illness. Born in Coal Ridge, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Michael & Mary (Kotch) Brier and had lived in Canton most of her adult life. She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and for over 60 years was a license Manicurist working in a variety of Canton area salons. She is survived by her sister, Vera Rupple of Canton and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by ...

Marilyn J. Maxin Marilyn J. Maxin, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, age 94, went home to her beloved Jesus on Sunday March 22, 2026, following a brief illness. A life resident of Stark County she was the daughter of the late Walter & Frances (Berlyoung) Scharver and attended Mt Marie Academy. She is survived by her sons: Nicholas Maxin II of Strongsville, Christopher (Kellie) Maxin of Nashville, TN, Gregory (Theresa) Maxin of Canton; daughter, Lynn (George) Doerschuk of Canton; ...

Jill Miller March 30, 1950 – March 15, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jill Miller, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend at the age of 75. Jill was a lifelong resident of Stark County, graduating from Canton South High School. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Chuck and Stella Oldfield, her husband, Dale “Corky” Miller, sister, Judy Barto, grandson, Tyler Boron, and grandson, Will Harmon. She leaves behind her ...

Thomas “Wally”  E. Lewis III of Canton, OH passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness.  Anyone who knew Wally knows that the most important thing in his life was his family Carol (Woodring), TJ, Chris, Timmy, and partners Denise, Holly, and Kelcie. He spent his life serving his family, coaching his sons many teams over the years and always making time for the things that mattered to them. He was a loving “Papa” to his grandsons, Brock and Mason, and ...