Catherine James Hoover

Catherine James Hoover obituary, Canton, OH

Catherine James Hoover

Catherine Hoover Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Waltner-Simchak Funeral Home on Jul. 24, 2025.

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Catherine James Hoover, 79, of Massillon, passed away Wednesday, July 23rd, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center. Born in Canton, on July 9, 1946, a daughter of the late George T. Sr. and Elizabeth J. (Dencer) James, also preceded in death by her husband Kenneth C. Hoover and daughter Melissa Hoover. Survived by daughter Lizbeth (Christopher) Wos; 3 grandchildren Jules Gladwell, Jamie Gladwell, and Arianna Wos; as well as numerous family members; and friends. No services will be held at this time.
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