Marva Wiles Obituary
Marva Lynn Wiles, 70, of Canton, Ohio, passed away February 5, 2026. She was born on March 7, 1955 in Wheeling, West Virginia to the late Marvin Lynn and Elizabeth "Betty" J. Heil.
In addition to her parents, Marva is preceded in death by her loving husband of 38 years, Steven Wiles; and her granddaughter, Kallie Lynn Croft.
Marva is survived by her loving children, Gilbert (Jennifer) Croft, and Zach Croft; grandchildren, Kaylee Croft and Kaitlyn (Mitchell Sanders) Croft; siblings, Jack Heil, Bonnie Heil, and John Heil; many foster children, including Stephanie Rice, Becca Koury; many foster grandchildren, including Harmony and Holly Whitmer; and many nieces, nephews, and friends in the community who will miss her dearly.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Trinity United Methodist Church.
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