Jeffrey S. Nemitz, age 65, of East Sparta, passed away on December 24, 2025. He was born on November 18, 1960 in Canton, Ohio to Paul J. and Alice Nemitz. He graduated from East Canton High School before furthering his education at Stark State College.
Those left to cherish Jeffrey's memory are his son, Jered (Sarah) Nemitz; mother, "Sally" Nemitz Cummings; brothers, Paul K., Mark, and Michael Nemitz; nieces, Kristina Traugott, Natalie, and Maddie Davis; and nephews, Brandon Orlando, Brett Nemitz and Clark Davis.
He was preceded in death by his father, Paul J., as well as his grandparents.
Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life for Jeffrey on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at the Foltz Community Center (224 N Wood St, East Canton, OH 44730) at 2pm.
Arrangements are entrusted to Sanders Funeral Home, 218 East Nassau Street, East Canton, Ohio. Family and friends may offer condolences and share memories at:
(330) 488-0222
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
218 Nassau St. E., East Canton, OH 44730

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