Gov. Mike DeWine has ordered that flags will be flown at half-staff at all public buildings and grounds through Dec. 15 to honor former Canton Mayor and Stark County Commissioner Thomas Bernabei.

Bernabei died Dec. 11 at Aultman Hospital following complications from surgery. He was 79.

Bernabei led Canton through several initiatives, including construction of Centennial Plaza downtown and lending support to housing, workforce development, after-school programs and social services.

Calling hours are 3 to 6 p.m. Dec. 14 in the McKinley Room at Canton Memorial Civic Center.

A Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11 a.m. Dec. 15, at Christ the Servant Parish, 833 39th St. NW. The retired Rev. Monsignor Lewis Gaetano will officiate. The service will end at North Lawn Cemetery.

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