Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home

07/20/2026

Frank Smith, Jr.

Frank A. Smith, Jr.,

Age 92, of Dover, passed away Sat., July 18, 2026. He was born Sept. 14, 1933, in Cleveland, a son of the late Frank and Louise Smith, Jr. Frank served with the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was a retired Master Bricklayer and member of the Bricklayers, Masons and Plasters’ International Union of America.

Preceded in death by his sister, Dorothy. Survived by his wife, Donna Cody-Smith. The family will hold private services. Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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07/16/2026

Linda Harsh

Linda C. Harsh,

Age 77, of Massillon, passed away Tues., July 14, 2026. She was born July 19, 1948, in Canton, a daughter of the late Hartson and Frances (Shank) Kessel. Linda was a 1966 graduate of Lehman High School, a member of First Christian Church and retired as a longtime employee of Kent State University.

Preceded in death by her husband, Rodney Harsh. Survived by her cousins, Carolyn Rainey, Greg (Dee) Tritt and their son Jason, Thomas (Stacie Hershberger) Tritt and his son Christopher; and her nephews, Andrew (Heidi) Crawn, Adam (Nichole) Crawn.

Services will be held Wed. at 11am in First Christian Church. Friends may call Tues. from 5-7pm and Wed. from 10-11am in the church. Interment in Forest Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Linda’s memory may be made to: First Christian Church, 6900 Market Ave N, Canton, OH 44721. Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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07/05/2026

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06/29/2026

Louis Kiba

Louis B. “Lou” Kiba, Jr.,

Age 73, of Smithville, passed away Tues., June 23, 2026. He was born Nov. 28, 1952, in Akron, a son of the late Louis and Dorothy (Husack) Kiba, Sr. Lou retired from Rubbermaid as a Supervisor and was a member of Smithville Brethren Church, where he was a Deacon, former Sunday School teacher, and he loved and appreciated his church family. He loved fishing and camping and creating many memories with the family. Lou was a diehard Browns fan, anything O-H-I-O, and always Indians, never Guardians.

Preceded in death by his daughter, Tiffany Munroe, and his brother, Stephen Kiba. Survived by his wife, Jeanne Kiba; two daughters, Julia (David) Patten, and Carly (Derek) Johns; two sons, Josh (Amber) Kiba and Jake (Pooja) Kiba; one sister, Chris (Kenny) Cunningham; granddaughters-Kaylee Munroe, Jenna Munroe; grandsons-Jameson Kiba, Sajjan Bird, Karam Bird; great granddaughters-Aria, Tiffany, Amelia, Leia, Kalani due in Dec. Lou was especially proud to be a great grandpa! Also surviving are many nieces & nephews, all his Kiba cousins, his Chicago, New York, and Florida extended families, and his best friend-Tom (Pam)Nichols.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, July 3 at 12pm in Smithville Brethren Church, 193 E Main St, Smithville, OH 44677. The family will receive friends in the church hall following the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Lou’s memory may be made to: Make-A-Wish Foundation, 702 E. Highland Avenue, Suite 400Phoenix, AZ 85016. Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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06/28/2026

James Kast

James C. Kast,

Age 60, of Canton, passed away Wed., June 24, 2026. He was born Sept. 10, 1965, in Canton, a son of the late Cletus and Barbara (Bogdan) Kast. James was a 1983 graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas High School. He will be remembered for his quick-witted humor and contagious smile. He never complained of his struggles and instead made light of them, always bringing smiles to others. James was an avid sports memorabilia collector and owned Locker Room Sports Memorabilia in downtown Louisville.

Survived by his wife, Caroline Kast; his children, Krisanne (Josh) Lawson, Carl (Jaimie) Blaine, James (Stacy) Kast, and Cara (Tim) Rooney; six grandchildren; three sisters and five brothers; and his beloved dogs, Jack and Roscoe.

A Mass of Christian Burial will held Wed. at 11am in St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church. Interment in Warstler Cemetery. There will be no calling hours. Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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06/28/2026

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06/27/2026

Nancy Peters service

06/23/2026

Nancy Peters

Nancy C. Peters,

Age 81, of Canton, passed away Mon., June 22, 2026. She was born Aug. 15, 1944, in Canton, a daughter of the late Charles and Vera (Snyder) Boone. Nancy was a 1962 graduate of Lincoln High School and was a member of Faith United Methodist Church, and the Canton Woman’s Club and Questers.

Preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Peters. Her son, Kelly Peters, twin daughters, Kristen Danniger and infant Carrie Ann Peters, her brother, Jerry Boone and her brother-in-law, Rick Miller.

Survived by her son, Colin (Karla) Peters; grandchildren, Michael (Tara) Crawford, Zara (Nick) Paul, Will and Ethan Danniger, and Claire Peters; great grandchildren, Oliver Paul and Nash and Norah Crawford; sister, Lorie Miller; brothers, Charles (Pam) Boone, Don (Ledia) Boone; and Lonie (Patty) Boone; and many loving nieces and nephews.

Services will be held Sat. at 11am in Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home. Interment in North Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call Fri. from 5-7pm in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Nancy’s memory may be made to: Canton Woman’s Club, 822 Market Ave N, Canton, OH 44702. Condolences may be left at: www.gordonfuneralhomes.com.

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06/20/2026

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