Marcia L. Anatra, 86, of Massillon, passed away on March 18, 2025. She was born in Canton on January 22, 1939 to the late Roy and Isabel {Stanley} Boyd.
In addition to her parents, Marcia was preceded in death by her beloved husband Albert V. Anatra and brother David Lee Boyd.
Marcia is survived by her loving children Julie (Bob) Mitchin, Joseph (Joann) Anatra and Jim Anatra; grandchildren Anthony Anatra, Max Mitchin, Ryan Anatra.
Family and friends are invited to visit at Paquelet Funeral Home, 1100 Wales Rd. NE on Friday, March 28th from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Church, 322 3rd St. SE, Massillon, OH 44646 on Saturday, March 29th at 10:00 a.m. with Father John E. Sheridan officiating. Interment to follow the service at North Lawn Cemetery, where Marcia will be laid to rest with Albert. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marcia's memory are suggested to the food ministries at St. Joseph Parish. To share a memory of Marcia or leave a special message for her family, visit the guest book below.
To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read moreIf youāre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more