Wanda Rose Hollinger
Wanda Rose Hollinger
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Wanda Rose Hollinger, 83, of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on September 17, 2025 at home.
She was born on November 29, 1941 to the late Walter and Hazel (Stump) Stewart in Cadiz, OH.
She enjoyed being with her family, Wanda had a great sense of humor and love to tell jokes. Wanda enjoyed swimming at the ymca, playing racquet ball, watching old westerns, camping, and for many years wintering in Florida.
Wanda is survived by her loving Husband, whom she married on Dec 20, 1964, Donald Hollinger; daughter, Tammy (Billy) Smitley; grandson, James W. Smitley III; and brother, Roy "Butch" (Sandy) Stewart.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Justin M.R. Smitley; and twelve brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home, Massillon, with a funeral service to follow at 4:00pm, Pastor Jake Garmany officiating
A private graveside service will be held at Oakwood Cemetery
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