All Obituaries

Donald W. “Donnie” Baughman, 36, of Massillon, a precious son, beloved brother, fiancé, and friend, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday evening, July 8, 2026. Born in Massillon, May 21, 1990, a son to Ricky and Cindy (Matthews) Baughman, Donnie graduated from Perry High School with the Class of 2008, where he competed with distinction as a member of the wrestling team.  He was also an Eagle Scout and earned the Fifth-Year Pipestone Camp Honors from the Buckeye ...

Harvey Ray Otto, 84, most recently of Navarre, Ohio, passed away on May 30, 2026. He was born on February 23, 1942, in Fredricksburg, Ohio. He was the son of the late Menno N. and Sovilla (Miller) Otto. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Zelma Mae (Paulus) Otto whom he married on August 25, 1984. He is also survived by two daughters, Sarah Otto and Rhonda (Nathan) Hunting and 4 grandchildren Kyla, Colten, Camden and Kaisha Hunting. He is survived by 4 sisters Mary Bixler, Nora Rogers, ...

Deborah Jean Hurst, 72, of Massillon, passed away gently while surrounded by her family, in the comfort of her home, Monday afternoon, May 25, 2026.  Born in Summerville, West Virginia, January 6, 1954, a daughter to the late Oscar and Lucille (Foster) Crawford, Debbie graduated from Fairless High School with the Class of 1972.  She retired from Brewster Dairy.  Coming from a larger family herself, her home, husband and family were the center of her world.  Even while ...

Edward S. Pittman, 84, of Navarre, our treasured husband, dad, grandpa and great-grandpa, passed away unexpectedly late Thursday evening. May 21, 2026, following a period of declining health.  Born May 7, 1942, in Carrollton, Ohio, a son to the late Harry and Bernice (Franklin) Pittman, Ed graduated from Perry High School with the Class of 1960.  From 1964-68, he served honorably and with distinction in the United States Air Force, including a tour of service in Vietnam, and ...

Edna Mae Border, our beloved mom, grandma, great-grandma and great-great-grandma, following a long and purposeful life, passed away in the comfort of her home, surrounded by family, this past Saturday morning, May 2, 2026, at the age of 95.  Born on the family farm in Tuscarawas Township, December 20, 1930, a daughter to the late Clyde and Lena (Hofer) Baughman, Edna graduated from Massillon Washington High School with the Class of 1948.  She worked in banking for a short time ...

Cheryl Lynn Anderson, 77, of Massillon, our beloved mom, passed away peacefully, Sunday afternoon, April 26, 2026, following a period of declining health.  Born in Canton, July 10, 1948, a daughter to the late Lester and Jean (Wanner) Snyder, Cheryl graduated from East Canton High School with the Class of 1966.  She became a Licensed Practical Nurse and worked in several healthcare settings and private practices throughout her nearly 50-year professional career. A devoted wife, a ...

Richard D. LeMay, 89, of Navarre, our beloved Dad, Gramps and Great Gramps, passed peacefully from us to be reunited with many loved ones on Friday, April 10, 2026. His life had been one of dedication to his family and service to his country and his neighbors. Born in Canton, May 22, 1936, a son to the late Joseph and Jennie (Alexander) LeMay, Dick completed his GED before serving in the US Army near the end of the Korean Conflict. Following his honorable service to the nation, Dick and his ...

Wanda “Willow” Lahr, age 84, of Navarre, Ohio died Friday, April 10, 2026, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was born March 10, 1942, in Canton, to Russell and Coletta Kiko. Willow is survived by her children: Lew (Becky), Sandy (Everette), Sharon, Suzy (Chad), Steve (Pam), Mary (Nate), Dave (Alicia), Rachel (Danno), and Terry; eleven grandchildren: Courtney, Tommy, Jordan, Kevin, Madelyn, Daniel, Karissa, Jayne, Violet, Lindsay, and Zora; sisters, Margy and ...

Barbara Louise Stanley Hudson, 75, of Massillon, passed away gently, in the comfort of her home and with her family at her side, early Saturday morning, April 4, 2026. Born in Beatrice, West Virginia, March 4, 1951, a daughter to the late Charles and Violet (Eddy) Stanley, Barbara graduated from Massillon Washington High School with the Class of 1969. She received her Associate Degree from Stark Technical College and worked as a medical assistant in the former MedCorp offices in ...

John Ray “Jack” Stantz, 78, of Navarre, passed away quietly, late Monday afternoon, March 16, 2026.  Born in Massillon, August 30, 1947, a son to the late Jack M. and Norma J. (Smith) Stantz, Jack graduated from Fairless High School with the Class of 1965.  He served honorably in the United States Army, earning the rank of Sergeant.  Stationed at the former Warner Barracks in Bamburg, Bavaria (Germany), Jack was keenly intrigued by the history, significance, and ...