All Obituaries

Nathan Lake Katusin, 1999-2019   He blessed us with his life on Feb. 5, 1999 and left us too soon on Jan. 4, 2019. He was often running from his struggles and would always find his way back. This time he just ran too far. He touched so many people with his quick wit and humor, and he had a loving heart. He will be missed so dearly. He had a great loves in his life, Raychel Sheridan and his dog Disco. He can now at least rest with Disco again. He is survived by his mother Holly Katusin...

Chris C. Koufos, 1929-2018   Age 95, of Sebring, formerly of Canton died Monday December 31, 2018 following a brief illness. Born in Canton he was the son of the late William & Antonia (Cambray) Koufos and was a graduate of Timken High School. Chris was the founder and owner/operator of the Cambray Health Club which had operated for many years on Frazer Ave. NW in Canton. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers: Alex Koufos, James Koufos; sister: Ann...

John A “Sonny” Burns Sr,   Age 91, of Canton died Tuesday. Born in Brooklyn, New York he had lived in the Canton area most his life was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Canton and served in the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his son: John Burns Jr of Navarre; sister: Peggy Sloan of North Ft Myers, FL; nephew: Ronald Sloan; niece: Susan Sloan and his loving companion and dancing partner: Mary Kunkel. Services will be private and entombment will take place on Monday...

Rhea S. Bossart,   Age 50, of Massillon, died Saturday. A life resident of Massillon, she was daughter of the late Charles & Pamela (Silvis) Vogt and was a member of St. Timothy Episcopal Church, Massillon. She attended Stark County DD, and was active with Special Olympics and the Sounds of Silence Choir. She is survived by her husband: Robert Bossart of the home; brother: Timothy Vogt of Massillon; sister: Christina (Keith) McAtee of Lehigh, FL; nephews: Joseph Getz, Brandon...

Leo Anthony Harrison, 1933-2018   Age 85, of North Canton passed away in the Lords good time on December 14, 2018. He was born to James and Lavina Harrison on December 10, 1933. He was an Army Veteran and worked at the Hoover Company for 43 years. Leo had extra ordinary talents and a beautiful voice. He spent his life volunteering his services to many churches and organizations and was generous giver. He is survived by his wife Carolyn (Mercer) of 55 years and one brother Elmer...

Rita J. Murphy.   Age 79, of Canal Fulton, passed away Wednesday following a brief illness. Born in Cleveland she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Rosemary (Shellmon) Miller. She had lived in Cleveland, Cambridge and more recently in Canal Fulton. She retired from Kenny Kings in Cleveland as a waitress, enjoyed her grandchildren and loved to laugh. She is survived by her daughter: Linda Murphy of North Canton; son: Robert Murphy of Cleveland; sister: Joanne (Dave Reinhart)...

Dennis J. Wakeen, 64, of North Canton passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, November 6.  Dennis was born on May 9, 1954 in Waukesha, WI, the son of the late Robert J. and Caroline A. Nasseff Wakeen.  He was a 1971 graduate of McKinley High School.  He attended Kent State University and graduated from the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service.   Dennis grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma and later moved to Canton where he attended McKinley High School and worked at the Hoover Company....

Margaret A. Wackerly, age 90, was called home by God on 11/03/2018.  Margaret was born in Canton on January 9, 1928 where she lived most of her life.  As a young woman, she worked for her father at Marsino’s Confectionary which was located in downtown Canton. She met her husband, Robert H. Wackerly, on a hayride at St. Joseph School in 1944 and married her lifelong friend, companion, and in her own words, “a good man” on June 12, 1947.  She was a member of...

Nancy Ann (Alkire) Hayes 1939-2018   Nancy Ann Hayes, age 79, of Canton, was released into the arms of Jesus Tuesday evening. Born in Belmont Ridge, Ohio she lived in the Canton area most of her life. She was a 1957 graduate of McKinley High School and retired from the Hoover Company in 2002 after 30 years of service. Family was very important to Nancy, she is survived by her nieces: Cristal (John) Piero, Shannon (Ralph) Travise; numerous great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in...

Jeffrey Robert Artzner, 69, reached the end of his journey on October 29, 2018 after a year struggling with the aftermath of several strokes. Jeff was born on September 23, 1949 at the third expansion of the old Mercy Hospital on Market Ave in Canton OH, the former site of President McKinley’s home. Jeff was number three of seven children. His life was full of color and adventure. As a boy he developed interests in chess and was a champion at tetherball. As a young man he played...