Michael Lovette, a 33-year-old male from Massillon, Ohio, tragically lost his life on August 20, 2016. Lovette was known for his passion for life, his love for drumming, and his enthusiasm for mechanical projects, including his Mustang and Harley. He was a devoted father to his daughter, Mallory, and was deeply cherished by his family and friends. His sudden passing left a profound impact on those who knew him.
On the night of August 20, 2016, Lovette was fatally shot while seated in the
driver’s seat of his vehicle. His girlfriend, Tara Clossman, a 25-year-old woman from Akron, was also shot during the attack. The suspect, Shane Varner, a 29-year-old male from Jackson Township, allegedly ambushed the couple as they were leaving Lovette’s residence. After the shooting, Varner returned to his home, where he attempted to take his own life. He was hospitalized in critical condition but later succumbed to his injuries.
Lovette was transported to Affinity Medical Center in Massillon, where he was pronounced dead. Clossman was airlifted to Cleveland Clinic Akron General, where she underwent surgery but ultimately did not survive. Authorities had pending charges against Varner at the time of his death. The tragic incident left both families grieving, and Clossman’s family expressed their condolences to Lovette’s loved ones.
