All Obituaries

George John Vellios, age 63, of Massillon, while surrounded by close family, passed away unexpectedly on July 30, 2021, at Aultman Hospital.  Born in Massillon, July 6, 1958, to the late John George and Vassiliki Vellios. He was a graduate of Washington High School and earned a degree in business from Ohio University.  From first grade to his senior graduation, he recorded just one absence and would carry this same wholeheartedness and persistence forward throughout his...

Kevin Patrick Murphy, 54, of Dalton, passed away unexpectedly at his home, early Friday morning, July 16, 2021.  Born August 23, 1966, in Southfield, Michigan, a son to Michael and Grace (Mather) Murphy, Kevin graduated from Medina High School with the Class of 1984, and briefly attended Bowling Green State University.  He was currently employed as a medical data analyst for Kepro Healthcare Systems in Independence, Ohio. A loving husband and a devoted dad and...

Kim L. Stangelo, CSM, USAR, Retired, 69, of Massillon, passed away peacefully, in the comfort of his home, on Monday evening, July 5, 2021.  Born in Massillon, March 26, 1952, a son to the late George D. and Mona Jean (Barnes) Stangelo, Kim graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 1970.  His professional life was one of service; enlisting in the US Army in September, 1970, he served honorably in Vietnam with the 283rd Medical Detachment – Helicopter Ambulance...

Gary L. Boggs, 68, of Massillon, passed away peacefully with his family at his side, on Monday afternoon, July 5, 2021.  Born in Canton, December 15, 1952, a son to the late Arnold and Margaret (Keel) Boggs, Gary graduated from Timken Vocational High School with the Class of 1970.  He worked as a route delivery driver and retired from Orlando Baking Company in Cleveland .  A loving husband and a devoted and supportive dad and grandpa, Gary placed his wife, their three girls...

Byron W. Lash, 69, of Dalton, beloved husband, brother and uncle, passed away quietly while in the company of his family, late Saturday afternoon, July 3, 2021. Born in Massillon, July 26, 1951, a son to the late Edgar L. and Betty J. (Arthur) Lash, Byron graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 1969.  He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Maryland in 1973, and received a bachelor’s degree in agronomy.  In the course of his career he...

Amy S. Wilson, 49, of Massillon, Ohio, died June 27, 2021. Born December 8, 1971, she was the daughter of the late Jesse F. Burtt and Susan L. Wilson; granddaughter of the late William G. and Dora (Treaster) Wilson and Oscar E. and Katherine (Koontz) Burtt; great-granddaughter of the late Alvin E. and Grace B. (Sebolt) Treaster and Harry F. and Margaret M. (Peachey) Wilson; and preceded in death by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was a 1991 graduate of Massillon Washington High School...

Sonja E. Lahr, 71, of Navarre, formerly of Massillon, passed away quietly, early Monday morning, June 21, 2021.  Born in Massillon, October 6, 1949, a daughter to the late Harold F. and Mary E. (Martin) Lahr, Sonja attended school in Massillon; attended Faith Lutheran Church in Massillon and worked for a time as a nurse’s aide. Predeceased by her parents; Sonja is survived by her son, Jason Lahr, of Massillon, and three grandchildren.  There are no calling hours and no...

Richard W. “Dickie” Guleff, 89, of Massillon, passed away peacefully, but very unexpectedly, while relaxing at his home in his favorite chair, this past Friday morning, June 18, 2021.  Born in Massillon, March 7, 1932, a son to the late Nickolas and Lucille (Baus) Guleff, Dick graduated from Washington High School with the Class of 1950.  He remained a genuine and sincere supporter of all things Massillon – especially Tiger football, throughout his entire...

Herman W. McClurg, of Massillon, following a life of service to his nation, his faith community and his neighbors, passed away peacefully, Saturday morning, June 5, 2021, in Maumee, Ohio at the age of 97.  Born July 11, 1923, in Strasburg, Ohio, a son to the late Willis N. and Emma (Masters) McClurg, Herm graduated from the former Navarre High School with the Class of 1941.  He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in early 1942, earning the rank of Sergeant and serving with...

Timothy A. Renner, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 2, 2021.  Tim was born on November 27, 1952, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Paul J. and Donna L. (Johnson) Renner.  He graduated from Fairless Senior High School in 1972.  Tim retired from Time Warner Cable after 35 years as a customer service representative.  He was a parishioner of St. Clement Church in Navarre, Ohio. Tim enjoyed model car building.  He undoubtedly loved muscle and classic cars,...