Author: Thomas Clapper

Joyce Eileen Hemming, 74

Joyce E. Hemming, 74, of Carrollton passed away on Aug. 22, 2023 after an unexpected illness.  Joyce is the daughter of the late Eldon and Margaret Ohler. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on November 24, 1948. Joyce was a graduate of Carrollton High School and attended Malone College while working for J.C. Penney. She met the love of her life John Hemming while attending Carrollton.  They were married on

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Legal Notices

 IN THE COURT OF  COMMON PLEAS CARROLL COUNTY, OHIO PROBATE DIVISION IN THE MATTER OF THE ADOPTION OF” RYDER MICHAEL CECIL MANSFIELD CASE #20235005 JUDGE SEAN R.H. SMITH NOTICE BY PUBLICATION TO TIMOTHY JAMES DICKSON You may be entitled by law to notification that a Petition for the Adoption of Ryder Michael Cecil Mansfield, d.o.b. 09-13-2016, has been filed by JESSE RAY MANBECK AND KAYLA MARIE MANBECK, seeking to

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Classifieds

Offstreet parking available in downtown Carrollton.  Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square.Long term/short term rates avaiable.   Call 330-691-0118  or 330-805-7642. Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit  330-537-2137.  Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050  or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! CLOSE OUT SALE – Summer Savings!

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Thelda B. Dayton, 76

Thelda B. Dayton, 76, of Carrollton, Ohio, died early Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, in her residence after a long illness. She was born Nov. 18, 1946, in Richwood, West Virginia and was the daughter of  the late Arthur R. and Theta (McClung) Huffman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by eight sisters and five brothers. Thelda was a well-known area cake decorator for over 50 years. She loved

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Records fall as girls golf team begins swinging clubs

Records continue to fall nearly every time the Carrollton girls golf team takes the course.The Lady Warriors have compiled an impressive 3-0 mark in dual matches and have won two tournaments and placed second in two since opening the season in early August.The Lady Warriors most recent win was a 53-stroke victory at the Marilyn Jackson Memorial Tournament Aug. 15 at Alliance, where they shot a 343 to claim the

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Rockets blank TCC 48-0

By Carol McIntireEditorConotton Valley graduated a ton of up-front talent from the 2022 football team.With only three seniors on the team, the question for new head Coach Derek O’Hara heading into the 2023 season was how well the offensive and defensive lines would perform.His young lineman answered that question and put an exclamation mark on the response with a 48-0 win over Tuscarawas Central Catholic (TCC) in the Saturday night

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Warriors rally for 37-30 double OT win

By Carol McIntireEditorIf Friday’s season opener against the Manchester Panthers is any indication of what the 2023 season holds for the Carrollton Warriors, it’s going to be barn burner!The Warriors erased a 16-point deficit in the fourth quarter, tied the game at the end of regulation, won a 37-30 thriller in double overtime and gave Coach Jim Tsilimos his 200th career win.The win, on the Warriors’ home turf, was anything

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Great Trail Festival to hold 42nd annual event

The 42nd annual Great Trail Festival will take place Aug. 26, 27 and Sept. 2-4 at the festival grounds on SR 43 outside of Malvern.The festival is a French and Indian era re-creation near the famous Great Indian Trail. It is a special celebration of American Folk Art with contemporary and country crafting, including Storybook Craft Village, where visitors will find handcrafted gifts and keepsakes.The State of Ohio Tomahawk Throwing

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Microburst packs a punch

By Carol McIntireEditorWhile many Carroll County residents were scurrying to the basement after a tornado warning was issued for Carroll County the afternoon of Aug. 12, John Storrie and his wife watched from upstairs as hail pelted all sides of their Sherrodsville area home and wind swirled around.“We got the tornado warning on our phones, but due to medical reasons, my wife can’t make it down steps, so we had

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Shirley Anne Saling

Shirley Anne Saling, 88, of Minerva, passed away at her residence on Friday, Aug. 18, 2023. Shirley was born in Bayard, Ohio on May 5, 1935, to Everett and Ida (LeBeau) Pennock. Shirley was a homemaker and provided help to anyone who needed it. She delivered meals and cooked for the Minerva Community Meals. She was very active in the Post 357 American Legion Auxiliary. Those to cherish her memories are two

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Ruth A. Streley

Ruth A. Streley, 79, of Jewett, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at Trinity Hospital in Steubenville after a brief illness. Born on April 19, 1944 in Bloomingdale, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Harry S. and Clara (Beckley) Randolph. Ruth was a member of the Heaven’s Edge Apostolic Church in Carrollton.  She loved spending time with her family, as well as going to the Amish country. She

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Classifieds

Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit  330-537-2137.  Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050  or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Sofa Sale! Save on Ashley, England, Catnapper and MORE!  Financing available Check Us Out on Facebook, Mon., Tues. Thurs. & Fri,  9 to 5:30, Closed

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Legal Notices

PUBLIC NOTICEThe Towers, LLC proposes to build a 199-foot Monopole Communications Tower. Anticipated lighting application is medium intensity dual red/white strobes. The Site location is 270 Glory Road, Carrollton, Carroll County, OH 44615, Lat: 40-34-50.52, Long: -81-7-48.51. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Antenna Structure Registration (ASR, Form 854) filing number is A1249425.ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS – Interested persons may review the application(www.fcc.gov/asr/applications) by entering the filing number. Environmental concerns may be raised by

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John William Waseman – “Big John”

John William Waseman – “Big John”  Age 78, of Minerva, passed away Sunday, Aug. 13, 2023 at the Arbors of Minerva. He fought a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He was born May 12, 1945 in Canton to John Marion and Wilma June (Rigby) Waseman. John retired from GTE after working for 36 years, previously as a Senior Lineman. A graduate of Minerva High School, he was active in several

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Lions look to turn things around in 2023

Tim Speakman enters his second season at the helm of the Minerva Lions football team still searching for his first win.The Lions finished the 2022 season 0-9 overall and 0-5 in the Eastern Buckeye Conference, however the veteran coach says his team looks to turn things around this season.“Our goal is to take it one game at a time and be more competitive than we were a year ago,” Speakman

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O’Hara takes over reins of Rockets program

Derek O’Hara is taking the reins of the Conotton Valley football program from hall of fame coach Don Hertzler.Some might say he has big shoes to fill, but the first-time head coach has 10 years of assistant coaching under his belt, including one year as a varsity assistant at Conotton Valley. Prior to that, he spent nine years in the Claymont football program, six as a varsity assistant and three

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Hornets loaded with talent

Malvern returns to Division VII Region 25 after a one-year stint in Division VI with an experienced squad.In fact, sixth year coach Matt Chiurco says it’s the most experienced team during his tenure. As if an 8-3 overall mark in 2022, a 4-1 record in the Inter Valley Conference and a trip to the playoffs wasn’t enough last season, the coach is looking for more in the 2023 campaign.“This is

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Excitement level high for veteran Warrrior team

The sounds associated with hot summer days will be replaced by the contact of shoulder pads as Coach Jim Tsilimos and his Carrollton Warrior football team take to the field this Friday for the season opener.Excitement is in the air for this team as they come off a 7-4 overall record in 2022 and 3-2 in the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) and a third straight trip to the state playoffs.

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At Malvern, agriculture and school go hand-in-hand

By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterThe Brown Local School District made history at the 2023 Carroll County Fair with an innovative project to teach students where their food comes from.The district became the first school in the county to purpurchase a beef steer, “Jethro,” from Aspen Ujcich at the Carroll County Jr. Fair.In a blind bid process, Nutritional Director Stacey Bettis worked with the Carroll County Jr. Fair Board along with the

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Ruth Nancy Laura Moledor

Ruth Nancy Laura Moledor, age 86, of Canton, formerly of Carrollton, passed away Friday afternoon, Aug. 11, 2023 surrounded by her family. Ruth was born Feb. 07, 1937, in North Canton, Ohio to the late Herbert and Vanetta (Parks) Hartong. She was a graduate of Hoover high School where she very active in band. Retired as a top-notch brush lacer from the Hoover Company in 2006 after 45 years of

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Hallie M. Grimes

Hallie M. Grimes, 99, of Carrollton, passed away Sunday afternoon August 13, 2023 at Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care following a brief illness. A daughter of the late Charles and Ella Shick Kibble, she was born September 10, 1923, in Harrisville, Ohio. Hallie was a member of Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church, where she was a Prayer Warrior and active in the Women’s Organization. She is survived by her sons, G. Kenneth

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Classifieds

Offstreet parking spaces for lease in downtown Carrollton. Short-term and long -term options available.  Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square.  Reasonable rates.  Call 330-691-0118  or 330-805-7642. Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit  330-537-2137.  Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050  or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years

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Legal Notices

.Sheriff’s Sale of Real EstateGeneral Code, Sec. 11681 Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 The State of Ohio,Carroll County.U.S. Bank National Association, as Trustee, forGreen Tree 2008-HE1,Plaintiffvs.Edward J. Walker, ET ALDefendantCASE NUMBER 2022CVE29999In pursuance of an Order of Sale in the above-entitled Action, this property will be offered for sale by RealAuction at https://carroll.sheriffsaleauction.ohio.gov on Tuesday, the 29th August, 2023, at 10:00 o’clock A.MIf the property does not receive a sufficient bid,

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Feel like a child again at Reminisce Ice Cream Parlor

By Thomas ClapperCCM ReporterReminisce Ice Cream Parlor comes from the base word remember.“It is designed for people our age to remember their childhood and feel like a kid again,” said Randi Bake co-owner of the ice cream shop in downtown Carrollton.Randi, her fiancé Rex Sponhaltz and sons Grant and Zach Bake are proprietors of the newly opened Reminisce Ice Cream Parlor located on 61 North Lisbon St. in the historic

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Crowl settles in to new CHS position

By Dan RiesCCM Sports ReporterThe naming of Jason Eddy as the new principal of Carrollton High School, left a hole at the top of the Athletic Department.It didn’t take Superintendent Dave Davis long to find the person he wanted to fill the position, naming Caleb Crowl the new Athletic Director in May with an Aug. 1 start date. He will also continue coaching football for the Warriors.Crowl is a graduate

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New life for historic Carrollton painting

Editor’s note: The following story is the first part of a two-part series on a painting of downtown Carrollton with a history that dates back to the late 1950s. Part one is the story of the artist and his son’s search to find the unfinished painting after nearly 70 years. Part two will focus on the completion of the painting by the original artist’s grandson.In the late 1950’s, Carrollton artist

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Sandra L. Barbour

Sandra L. Barbour, 71, of Minerva, died Friday, Aug. 4, 2023, in the Minerva Healthcare Center. She was born Sept. 21, 1951, in Columbus to Ruby (Havens) Buxton. She worked as a nursed aid at the Elmhurst Convalescent Center in Columbus and for the Columbus Salvation Army.  She is survived by her husband, James “Bob” Barbour whom she married Sept. 13, 1976; three sons, Jeremy (Darcy Seaburn) Lanham of Minerva, Jimmy Barbour

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Timothy Dale Hartong

After a long struggle with cancer, Timothy Dale Hartong went Home to be with his Lord in Heaven on August 2, 2023. Tim was blessed with a long and full life. He was the son of Dale and Mildred (Miller) Hartong. The family moved to a small farm near Harlem Springs when he was age 12. He graduated from Carrollton High School in 1961. He was active in football all

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Martina Louise Foster “Marty,” 73 

Ms. Martina Louise Foster “Marty,” 73 of Rainsville, AL passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023.   Marty never met a stranger she was loved by many, anyone that knew her loved her and thought she was a “Hoot.” She is survived by a daughter, Janette Grim and Gary L. Grim Jr. of Rainsville, AL; brother, Mark and Mary Foster of Tell City, IN; Sister: Anna Foster of New Albany, IN; sister-in-Law, Barbara Foster of New Albany, IN; nephew: Mark Foster Jr.

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Classifieds

 Offstreet parking spaces available in downtown Carrollton.  Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square.  Monthly and long-term rates available.  Call 330-691-0118  or 330-805-7642. Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit  330-537-2137.  Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050  or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Sofa Sale!

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Legal notices

 BUDGET HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Carroll County Budget Commission will hold Budget hearings on Tuesday, August 8th, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioner’s meeting room located on the 2 nd floor of the Courthouse, 119 S Lisbon St., Carrollton. Published in the Carroll County Messenger August 2, 2023. Sheriff’s Sale of Real Estate General Code, Sec. 11681    Revised Code, Sec. 2329.26 _______________ The State of Ohio,  Carroll

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County auditor set to begin 2025 reappraisal of properties

Carroll County Auditor Lynn Fairclough is beginning the process of a state mandated (ORC 5713.01 (B)) reappraisal of all properties.The reappraisal is approximately a two-year process with new values being established for tax year 2025, payable in 2026. Beginning in August 2023 and running through the end of 2025 appraisers will compare the 2021 aerial imagery to the 2023 aerial imagery to identify any new additions and demolitions.Individuals will be

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Brown Local board approves contracts

Brown Local Board of Education approved several contracts for the 2023-2024 school year at its June 19 meeting.The Board approved the following supplemental contracts for the 2023-2024 school year pending completion of pupil activities permit: Tim Babiczuk, assistant wrestling coach; Thomas Betsa, mentor; Dan Clear JH wrestling coach; Shelby Combs, JH boys basketball c; Christopher Debo, assistant girls basketball; Todd English, assistant boys basketball coach; Falon Jones, mentor; Brooke Marinucci,

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Trap shooting team celebrate successful season with banquet, awards presentation

By Dan RiesCCM ReporterIt was a history making and an award-winning day as the Carrollton High/Middle School trap shooting team held their first ever banquet July 30th at the Brown Township Sportsman Club, just north of Malvern.For the first time in school history, members of the trap shooting team received school letters for their achievements. Thirteen of the young shooters would receive school letters. And according to Head Coach Mike

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North Suburban Church of Christ welcomes new minister

The congregation of the North Suburban Church of Christ in Carrollton welcomed Brother Collin Pinkston as its pastor July 16.Pinkston and his wife, Christine, moved from Tennessee to serve as the pulpit minister,The new minister and his wife are originally from middle Michigan and have served congregations in Tennessee, Michigan, Ohio and biker church in Wisconsin, bringing with them many good memories.Brother Collin began his ministry training at various colleges

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Ribbon cutting marks completion of playground project

By Carol McIntireEditorA July 28 ribbon cutting ceremony marked the completion of a nearly three-year playground project at Monroe Township Park.Officials from Encino Energy and Carroll County Energy joined Monroe Township Trustees for the ceremony and unveiling of two new pieces of playground equipment and improvements to the cement at park pavilions.“We are looking forward to seeing the community use the playground equipment,” said Zach Kent, community relations representative for

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Carol L. Vint, 77

Carol L. Vint, 77, of Amsterdam, passed away in her home on Friday, July 28, 2023. She was born on November 9, 1945, to the late Clyde Lee and Irene Louise (Baer) Foster. Carol is survived by four daughters, Becky (John) Worley, Shelley (Thomas) Mcafee, Nancy (Rickie) Mcafee, and Mary (Jason) Vint; 14 grandchildren; 29 great- grandchildren; and two sisters, Ester Ray and Irene Morgan. Along with her parents, Carol

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Laura “Anne” Stewart

Laura “Anne” Stewart, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother departed this life peacefully on July 25; answering the summons of the Lord to enter eternal rest.  Born July 25 th 1929 in Dilliner, Pa. she was the daughter of the late Steven Ostoja and Celia Opal (Mathews) Sarapa. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Dunkard for 69 years and worked for Canton City Schools, retiring after 32 years of

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Thirty years of derby thrills

By Carol McIntireEditorIn 1993, a young Brian Shuman competed in the Carroll County Fair demolition derby with a 1985 Chevy station wagon he called “a rust bucket.”Sunday night the Carrollton man closed out a 30-year career as a derby participant and promoter at the county fair level on the same derby track where he started: in front of a jam-packed grandstand at the Carroll County fair.“It’s time,” he said before

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Debra A. Heath

Debra A. Heath, 69, of Carrollton, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio. A daughter of the late Oakie Junior and Gladys I. (Glicher) Smarr, she was born on June 26, 1954 in Massillon, Ohio. She is survived by her husband of 31 years, James Heath; and sister, Connie. Preceding her in death along with her parents were her brother, James (Jim); and two sisters,

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Classifieds

Off-street parking spaces for lease near downtown Carrollton. Paved lot, short or long term lease. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Top prices paid for clean pre-owned guns, rifles, handguns and Thompson center muzzleloaders, estate purchases also. RUNZO’S Outdoor Sports on the strip St. Rt. 62 in Beloit 330-537-2137. Check Us Out on FB. Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050

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93-year-old is fan favorite at pedal pull

John Beadnell of Salineville was definitely the crowd favorite at the 2023 Carroll County Fair pedal tractor pull.The 93-year-old may have been the lone puller in the senior citizens class this year (maybe younger seniors were afraid to take on the challenge), but Beadnell showed no signs of slowing down. He pedaled the garden tractor along the cement slab in front of the grandstand over 80 feet with grit and

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Gates close on memorable 2023 fair

By Carol McIntireEditorSunny skies and comfortable temperatures made for a pleasant 2023 Carroll County Fair.Sunday, traditionally known as “demo derby day” at the fair didn’t disappoint.A packed grandstand stayed around until the finale, the pro-stock class, to watch Carrollton resident Brian Shuman close out a 30-year career as a demolition derby with the win.Fair officials didn’t have a final tally of gate admissions Monday morning, but it was obvious Sunday

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Quattrochi, Mike Pozderac get jail time

By Carol McIntireEditorTwo former Carrollton school officials will spend 30 consecutive days in the county jail for their part in a scheme to sell air purifiers to the school district and cover up the transaction.Carroll County Common Pleas Judge Michael V. Repella went against the recommendation of Thomas Anger, special prosecutor for the state auditor’s office, during a June 18 sentencing hearing.Anger recommended community service for three of the four

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John T. Nosal, 88

John T. Nosal, 88, of Amsterdam, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023 at Valley Hospice in Steubenville, Ohio. Born on Nov. 9, 1934 in Wolf Run, Ohio, he was the son of the late Andrew and Maria Nosal. John was a graduate of Bergholz High School and a veteran of the US Army. He was an employee of the Weirton Steel Corporation for over 32 years. John was a

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Margaret M. Hinebaugh, 83

Margaret M. Hinebaugh Age 83, of Carrollton passed away, Wednesday, July 19, 2023 in the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton. She was born Aug. 23, 1939 in Princeton, WV to Walter and Geraldine (Pennington) Hall. She was a housewife and had worked for the Hoover Company and Merit Plastics.  She is a graduate of Lincoln High School in Canton and loved spending time with her family. She is preceded in

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Mildred E. Downs

Mildred E. Downs, 82, of Minerva, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2023.  She was born Oct. 7, 1940, in Elizabeth, WV to Ora Dale and Mary Lucille (Foutty) Jones. She had worked at Minerva Eldercare Center and the Great Trail Care Center for many years. She was a member of the Minerva Eagles Aerie #2199.  She is survived by a daughter, Tammy Morris of Minerva; son, Darryl (Mika) Downs of Springfield, MO;

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Classifieds

HELP WANTED: Preschool long-term substitute teacher at Carroll Hills School.  Must have a Bachelor’s Degree and possess or be able to possess a sub certificate from ODE, experience in Special Education preferred. Compensation: $15.00 per hour ($105 per day). Please send cover letter and resume to: Carroll County Board of Developmental Disabilities, 540 High Street NW, Carrollton or email to [email protected] by the close of business on Aug. 7, 2023.

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Donald R. Cooper

Donald R. Cooper, 91, of Carrollton, passed away in his home on Thursday, July 13, 2023.   A son of the late Russell D. and Arlene (Thomas) Cooper, he was born on Oct. 28, 1931, in Canton, Ohio. Don worked as a Police Officer for the Carrollton Police Department for 21 years, where he was affectionately known as “Coop the Cop”, until he retired in 1993.  He was a longtime member of

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Carol Jean Willison

Carol Jean Willison, 78, of Kensington, passed away at her home on Tuesday, July 11, 2023.  Carol was born in Minerva, Ohio on May 12, 1945 to Lawrence and Victoria (Golley) Kirven. She was a housekeeper at Blossom Nursing Home in Salem.  She also was a homemaker. Those to cherish her memories are her two daughters:  Julie King of Minerva and Delora (Daniel) Gray of Kensington; nine precious grandchildren:  Dana

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