USA High School Yearbooks by State and County
Jan. 6, 2002
Anna Mae McKinney
Anna Mae McKinney, age 79, a resident of New Dawn Health Care Center, passed away there Friday evening after an extended illness. She was born in Mineral City, a daughter of the late Alphonse and Jennie Maxwell Mathey, and was a life resident of this area. She was retired from Dover Molded Products, after 28 years service, where she worked in the Shipping Receiving Depts. Mrs. McKinney was a member of Zoar United Church of Christ. Preceded in death by her husband, Clyde McKinney, on Feb. 19, 1985. Survived by her daughter, Karen Byrer of Canton; her son and daughter-in-law, Robert and Beverly McKinney of Dover; four grandchildren, Don Byrer and his wife Sara, Paula McKinney, Greg Byrer and his wife Kelly, and their children Ashleigh and Joseph, and Robin Aubihl and her husband Josh. Services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home Funeral Home in Magnolia with Rev. Eugene S. Schnierer officiating. Interment in Greenlawn Cemetery in Sandyville. Friends may call Tuesday 7-9 p.m. Contributions in Mrs. McKinney's memory may be made to Zoar United Church of Christ.
Anne I. Cantley
Anne I. Cantley, age 84, of East Canton, passed away Saturday morning, January 5, 2002 in Mercy Medical Center.
Born January 31, 1917 in Glen Jean, WV, to the late Jacob and Katherine (Dominec) Capp. Anne was a member of St. Benedict Catholic Church. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, James M. and Darlene Cantley of East Canton; grandson and spouse, James and Amy Cantley of Louisville; two granddaughters, Emily Joyce and Sarah Elizabeth Cantley; two nieces, Wanda Droppleman of Fayetteville, WV, Annette Jennings of Beckley, WV; nephew, Joseph B. Scott of Glen Jean, WV. Preceded in death by five brothers and two sisters. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, 10:00 A.M. in St. Benedict Catholic Church with Fr. John Zuzik as celebrant. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call Monday 2:00-4:00 P.M. and 6:00-8:00 P.M. at the Arnold Funeral Home in Canton.
August Di Marzio
August Di Marzio, age 75, of Canton, passed away Saturday morning in Mercy Medical Center after an extended illness. His calling hours will be Monday 4-8 p.m. in the Rossi Funeral Home. Full obituary will be in Monday's paper.
Carol Daveen Bodnar
Mrs. Carol Daveen Bodnar, age 65, of Holton, passed away January 3, 2002, at St. Mary's Mercy Hospital in Livonia. She was preceded in death by her father, mother, and brother, Phillip. Surviving are her husband, Robert Bodnar of 42 years of marriage; children, Timothy (Linda) Bodnar of Palm City, FL, Carissa (Michael) Ashburn of Ostrander, OH and Lynn (Michael) Williams of Farmington Hills, MI; ten grandsons, Nathan, Luke, Mark, Joshua, Willie, Robbie, Michael, Bobby, Dougy, and Anthony; half sisters, Wanda, Joanne, and Carla. Being an avid fisherman, she was known as Fisherlady on the Internet. She greatly enjoyed crafts, golf, and her dog, Angel. Her joy was her family with whom she was very involved. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 8, 2002, at 11 a.m. at Ever Rest Funeral Home, 1783 E. Keating Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49442. Visitation will be Monday, January 7th from 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials to the American Cancer Society. Interment in Sunrise Memorial Gardens, Muskegon, MI.
Clara L. Hartenstein
Clara L. (Restaino) Hartenstein, age 73, of Canton, passed away early Wednesday morning after a sudden illness. She was a life resident of Canton, a graduate of McKinley High School in 1946 and a member of St. John Catholic Church. She was a retired employee of the Timken Co. as a secretary and was employed for over 24 years. She is survived by three sisters and brother-in-law, Ann Leyhe and Dr. Mary Restaino, and Betty and Ron Williams, all of Canton; her husband, William Hartenstein; his family, Robert and William Hartenstein, both of Canton, Charles Hartenstein of Carrollton, OH, John Hartenstein of Massillon, Beverly and William Sander of Canton; a nephew, Michael Hofacker of Canton. Her services were held on Friday at 11 a.m. in the Rossi Funeral Home with Rev. Fr. Ronald Klingler officiating. Entombment was in North Lawn Cemetery. The Rossi Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
David Trentman
David Trentman, age 53, of Canton, a wonderful loving husband and father, passed away Saturday morning after courageously fighting a deadly disease until the end. He was loved by everyone who knew him and will be deeply missed. David was an Army veteran, member of the Automobile Dealers Assoc. and an employee of Rankl and Reis Motors of Canton. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Lorraine (Morrison) Trentman and his maternal and paternal grandparents. Survivors include his loving wife of the home, Connie (Siegfried) Trentman; his loving son, David E. Trentman of the home; father, Thomas E. Trentman of Mississippi; three brothers, Tom, Mike and Dan Trentman, all of Memphis, TN; one sister, Sue Ware of Mississippi; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins also surviving. The family would like to extend their appreciation and gratitude to all of the loving family, friends, doctors and everyone associated with hospice services that cared so lovingly for David until his death. Also a special thanks for the generosity and compassion shown by the Rankl and Reis Motors Family. Also a special thanks to Charlies Angels, Cindy, Joanie and Lynn, who loved him so deeply. Graveside services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Kidron Mennonite Cemetery. Calling hours in the Reed Funeral Home Monday 6-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to any Key Bank Branch.
Dixie I. Kahrig
Dixie Irene (Ady) Kahrig, age 28, of Brewster, died Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2002, the result of a fire in her home. Born July 13, 1973, in Canton, OH, she was a member of the New Philadelphia Church of Christ, a member of the ASA Softball League and was a former nurses aide. Preceded in death by her father, Donald Ady; one sister, Dawn Rayleen Ady; grandmother, Edna Ault; grandfathers, Frank Condo, Oscar Ady and Floyd Ault; her mother-in-law, Mary Kahrig. Mrs. Kahrig is joined in death by her children, Alyssa Sky Kahrig, Zachary Alan Ady-Kahrig, Keyawnu Lawrence Kahrig, Dawson Ray Ady, Bryce Nicholos Kahrig and infant, Mariah Irene Kahrig. Survivors include her husband, Christopher Kahrig and son, Corey Ady of the home; her mother, Shirley Ady and twin sister, Dawn Ady, both of Brewster; sister and brother-in-law, Norene Kouth and Mike Marsh of Massillon; sister, Annette Nupp of Bolivar; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Bryan and Birget Kouth of Washington, and Scott and Kim Ady of Brewster; grandmother, Mary Condo. There are her father-in-law, Francis Kahrig of Canton; one sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Martha and Brian Simon of Canal Fulton and a host of friends also surviving. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 10 a.m. in the 38th Street Church of Christ, 3904 38th St. NW, Canton, OH 44718, with Chaplain Samuel McConkey and Ministers Lance Lindenberger and Glenn Hawkins officiating. Burial will be in Stanwood Cemetery. Calling hours in the church Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Ronald L. Bryant, Stark County Firefighter's Association Chaplain and Chaplain Samuel McConkey will host a Memorial service for all safety personnel Monday at 6 p.m. in the 38th Street Church of Christ.
Doris A. Miller
Doris A. Miller. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 11 a.m. in the First Church of the Nazarene of Canton with Rev. James Hill officiating. Burial will be in West Lawn Cemetery. Calling hours at the church one hour before services on Monday from 10-11 a.m. The Reed Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the building fund a the First Church of the Nazarene.
Eileen (Irvine) Burns
A servant of the Lord, Eileen R. (Irvine) Burns was called to her rest Friday, Jan. 4, 2002. She was born April 16, 1933 to her late parents, William V. and Nettie M. Irvine. Mrs. Burns lived most of her life in the Canton/Massillon area, but more recently made her home in Navarre Village. She graduated from the nursing program at Massillon Washington High School and served as an LPN at the Massillon State Hospital for 30 years, retiring in 1996. A member of Lighthouse Chapel, she attended Pathfinder's Sunday School class and the Craft Ladies group. She shared her nursing skills as a volunteer beside the beds of many friends and loved ones, seeing several right to the Gates of Heaven. Her other love was for animals that had been abused or neglected. Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert D. Burns who died in 1980. Mrs. Burns is survived by her friends, Gene and Martha Piccari and their children, Gene, Lisa, and Chris. Also by Pastor Gary and Lynn Smith and their children, Amy, Andrew, Aaron, and Aric. Join us in a celebration of Eileen's home going on Monday, Jan. 7, 2002 at 1 p.m. in the Schneeberger Funeral Home. She will be laid to rest in West Lawn Cemetery beside her husband and parents. Friends may call one hour before services from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. It was Eileen's wishes that memorials be made to The Animal Attic, 3124- 9th St. S.W. Canton, OH 44710.
George E. Schick
George E. Schick, age 75, died November 7, 2001 at Silver Rose Manor in Fallon, NV. He was born December 6, 1925 in Canton, OH, to Paul and Rilma (Geib) Schick. He entered the Navy during World War II and began his engineering college education while in an officer training program during the war. He completed his education as an Engineer in 1945. He pursued a law degree while working as an engineer on the early research and development of radial tires during the late 40's for B.F. Goodrich Tire Co. He became a partner in Frease, Bishop Schick Johns Law Firm in the 50's. He moved his family from Ohio to California in the mid 60's where he continued his practice as a Patent Attorney. George was involved in the development of a number of landmark patents, one of which was the two piece extruded aluminum can in use for all beverage drinks since the 70's. After suffering a massive stroke in 1986, he closed his practice and retired. He lived in Fallon for 11 years. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Betty Schick of Fallon; daughters, Penny Sefton and Pamela Criser both of Fallon, NV, Pat Goines of Palmdale, CA; grandchildren, Mindy, Varian, John Jr., Jordan, Jennifer, and Samantha; great grandchildren, John John, Kyle and Tiffany. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Paul and Tom.
Helen L. Tressler
Helen Lane Tressler, age 89, of Sebring, died Friday, Jan. 4, 2002, at Crandall Medical Center following a short illness. She was born in Milbern, OH, Deb. 16, 1912, to the late Emil L. and Hazel (Lane) Kumnick. Helen was a former member of the WSCS and the Keystone Sunday School Class of the Upton Evangelical United Brethren Church. She was also an active member of the Monroe Street Methodist Church, which included involvement in her Sunday School Class, the United Methodist Women and Circle. She volunteered for the Friendly Center Service Guild and delivered Meals on Wheels for 17 years. She enjoyed sewing, homemaking, church activities, and being with her family. Survivors include daughters, Diane (Paul) Binnig of Minerva, Karen Slaughter of Mobile, AL; granddaughters, Holly Binnig of Emmaus, PA, Laura Binnig (Michael) Norman of Louisville, Kimberly (Scott) Wood of Mobile, AL, Kerri (Chris) Freeman of Mobile, AL; grandson, Kelly (Andrea) Slaughter of Minneapolis, MN; sisters, Elizabeth (Harry) Robison of Salem, SC, Annabelle (George) Thomas of Montpelier, OH; six great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, Paul in 1977 and a brother, Russell Kumnick. Funeral services will be held at the Bartley Funeral Home, Minerva, on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2002, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Susan Lausch officiating. Burial will be in Ottawa Hills Cemetery, Toledo, OH. Calling hours will be held at the Bartley Funeral Home on Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
Howard Blanchard
Howard D. Blanchard, age 83, of Kensington, OH, died Jan. 4, 2002, at Nentwick Convalescent Center, East Liverpool. Born Sept. 10, 1918, in Paris, OH, son of the late C. Lee and Alta Mae (Grise) Blanchard. Survived by his wife, Dorotha (Lotz) Blanchard of Nentwick Convalescent Center, East Liverpool; two daughters; two sons; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; one sister. Services Monday at 11 a.m. in the Maple-Cotton Funeral Home with Rev. Enzie Wade officiating. Burial in Moultrie Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours one hour prior to service at the funeral home.
Jean S. Garside
Jean S. (Smith) Garside, age 78, of Oakdale, PA, died on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2002. Wife of the late Kenneth C. Garside. Mother of Lynda Garside-Aquilo of Canton, OH and Gary Garside of Oakdale, PA. Sister of Robert Smith of Pittsburgh, PA and the late Harry Smith. Also four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. No visitation. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002, at 11 a.m. in the Beverly Heights United Presbyterian Church, 1207 Washington Rd., Mt. Lebanon, PA (412-561-5100). Family suggests contributions to Alzheimers Association of Greater Pittsburgh, 1323 Forbes Ave., Pittsburgh (412-261-5040). Arrangements by Leo J. Henney Funeral Home, 323 Second Ave., Carnegie, PA.
Joyce F. Mayle
Joyce F. Mayle. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 1 p.m. in the Reed Funeral Home with Rev. Dan Wilfong officiating. Burial will be in the Evergreen Memorial Gardens. Calling hours at the funeral home one hour before services on Monday from 12-1 p.m.
June Evans
June Evans. Services to be held Monday January 7, 2002 at 11 a.m. from Antioch Baptist Church, 1103 7th St NE, Canton with Pastor Richard Jordon officiating. Calling hours 10-11 a.m. prior to services at the church. Condolences may be sent to and friends will be received at 3600 34th St. NE, Canton. Services Entrusted to Rhoden Memorial Home.
Kathleen A. Werbeck
Kathleen A. Cassie Werbeck, age 59, devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Friday surrounded by family. Born in Warren, OH, she was raised in Newton Falls, OH. Kathleen graduated from Newton Falls High School and attended Youngstown University. After 18 years of dance training, she went on to teach dance classes. Most recently, she was employed by Ziegler's Bolt and Nut House as an inventory processor. Previously, she had been a unit buyer for Sears, Roebuck Co. Residing in Massillon, OH, she was a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and an avid gardener. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Robert Patterson and Loretta McLaughlin Patterson. She leaves to cherish her memory, a loving and devoted husband, William D. Werbeck; five children, Patrick Werbeck and his wife, Lisa, of Cleveland Heights, OH, Shawn Werbeck and his wife, Sandra, of Massillon, OH, Nicole Werbeck and her husband, Bryan Quinn, of Silver Spring, MD, Darrin Werbeck and his wife, Nicole, of Suffield Twp., OH, Ryan Werbeck and his wife, Lisa, of Ft. Wayne, IN; two grandchildren, Courtney and Shelby Werbeck; one brother, Thomas Patterson and his wife, Ali, of Cortland, OH. She considered her five, successful children to be her greatest accomplishment in life. Her generosity, support and love will always be remembered. She was a constant in our lives and will never be forgotten. We loved you and we will miss you. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church with Fr. Thomas Dyer as celebrant. Family and friends will be received Monday 6-9 p.m. at the Reed Funeral Home, 705 Raff Rd. SW, Canton, OH. For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to the National Arboretum, 3501 New York Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20002.
Keith A. Passwaters
Keith A. Passwaters. Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. in the Earl B. Jack Funeral home with Pastor Paul Brady officiating. Burial in Forest Hill Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 6-8 p.m. or one hour prior to services.
Marla R. Dyer
Marla R. Dyer, age 59, of Canton, was called home suddenly to be with her Lord and Savior Friday morning in Aultman Hospital. Born in Canton, she was the daughter of Kenneth E. and the late Vera J. Baxter. She was a 1960 graduate of North Canton Hoover High School and worked for the last 20 years at the Stark County Board of M.R.D.D. Marla was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, a St. Peter's marriage sponsor couple. She hosted a Neighborhood Bible Study, was involved in Marriage Encounter, and was a foster parent for 20 years. She is survived by her husband, Donald P. Dyer of the home; sons, Trent D. (Cathy) Dyer of Canton, Randy J. (Sandy) Dyer of Canton, Chris T. (Noelle) Dyer of Green, Adam R. (Shannon) Dyer of North Canton; daughters, Amy R. (Tim) Casline of Alliance, Molly A. (Dennis) Spisak, Son's of the Heart; Brandon, Jacob, Jason; her father, Kenneth E. Baxter of the home; five brothers; two sisters; 19 grandchildren; one great-grandchild. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter Catholic Church with Msgr. John C. Finnigan as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the Wackerly Funeral Home. There will be a Parish Wake Service at 1:45 p.m. Monday in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Open Door Chapel, for Gospel Gus Ministries, 300 Walnut Ave. NE, Canton, OH 44702, and Rev. Kriss Kallissa, payable to Harvest Christian Center, 116 9th St. NE, North Canton, OH 44720. For those unable to attend services you may register on line at our On Line Registry Page at www.wackerlyfuneralhome.com
Ronald L. Kittle, Sr.
Ronald Lee Kittle, Sr. Funeral services will be conducted Monday at 1 p.m. in the Reed Funeral Home with Rev. James Hill officiating. Burial will be in the Veterans Section of North Lawn Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home Sunday (tonight) 6-9 p.m. Memorials may be made in his name to the First Church of the Nazarene's Dare to Care Ministry, 522 30th St NW, Canton, OH 44709.
Thomas A. Vitale
Thomas A. (Tony) Vitale. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Thomas Bishop as celebrant. Interment will be in Northlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday (today) 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in the Rossi Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Legion Post #44 of Canton, 1633 Cleveland Ave. N., Canton, OH 44703 or the DAV St. Mihiel Chapter #6, 2811 17th St. SW, Canton, OH 44706. The DAV and the American Legion will hold a Military Graveside Service at the cemetery.
Timothy J. Stephan
Timothy J. Stephan, died unexpectedly in his home. A son of the late Charles A. and Jeannette (Harper) Stephan. He was a life resident of the Canton area, graduating from Central Catholic High School in 1956. He was formerly employed by Hercules Engines, Consolidated Freightways and United Realty. He was a member of the American Legion, Canton Post #44. He was also preceded in death by one brother, John Stephan in 1995. He is survived by his wife, Vera Heisler-Stephan, to whom he was married 3 1/2 years; one son, Todd Stephan of Wooster; four daughters and sons-in-law, Terrie Walton of Wooster, Marie and Doug Zeffer of Ann Arbor, MI, Patsy and Rick Leiter of Creston, OH, Lisa and Alvin Rehm of Wooster; eight grandchildren; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles and Ann Stephan of Plymouth, MN, James and Erika Stephan of Canton. A Memorial service will be Tuesday at 3 p.m. in the Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home on S. Cleveland Ave. with Fr. Ronald M. Klingler officiating. Friends may call one hour before services at the funeral home (2-3 p.m.)
Vilma F. Obrovac
Vilma F. Obrovac. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at 10 a.m. in St. John's Catholic Church. Friends may call Sunday (today) 2-4 p.m. at the Lamiell Funeral Home.
