Mercedes Scuro

July 18, 1944 - December 13, 2020

Maria Mercedes Scuro, of North Canton, passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at her home in North Canton, Ohio. Born on July 18, in Al Hoceima, Morocco to Antonio and Maria de Los Angeles Fernandez (Palomegue) Borrajo, she lived in North Canton for the past 30 years. She graduated Cum Laude from Kent State University in 1998 and retired from GE Capital in North Canton. She was a member of BPO Elks #467 in Alliance and the Fraternal Order of Eagles #2223 in North Canton. Mercedes enjoyed running, walking, traveling, her cats, and especially spending time with her granddaughter. Survivors include her son, Stephen Scuro of Ridgeland, SC; granddaughter, Isabela Scuro; lifetime companion, Gary Govern of Cuyahoga Falls; sister, Keka Borrajo of Seville, Spain; brother, Luis Borrajo of Seville, Spain; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death was her husband, Jerry Scuro in 1978; and her parents. Because of Covid-19 considerations, her services will be held privately. Burial will immediately follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Stark County Humane Society, www.starkhumane.org, 5100 Peach St. NE, Louisville, OH 44641. You are invited to view Mercedes's tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories at www.sharerfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.