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Vernon J. Webb, 91, a longtime Bowerston area resident, died early Friday morning, July 15, 2022, in Oak Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at Baltic. Born Jan. 10, 1931, in Bedford, OH, he was the son of the late John Jay and Anna Grace Griminger Webb. His wife, Geraldine M. “Gerry” Osburn Webb, whom he married Nov. 2, 1960, passed away Feb. 22, 2009. In addition to his wife and parents, he
Virginia Pearl Beckley, 78, of Carrollton, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Born Dec. 7, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John and Anna Kay Ward. She married the love of her life, Frank E. Beckley, with whom she celebrated 57 years together. Virginia attended the Carrollton Assembly of God in Carrollton. She enjoyed doing private home health care for many people in Carroll
Jane Wilkin, 90, of Malvern passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022. Born Aug. 22, 1931, in Bergholz, she was a daughter to the late Joseph and Beona Agnes Beadnell. She was married to the late William “Red” Wilkin Jr. Jane worked at the Scio Pottery and later at T.RW.\P.C.C. in Minerva. In her spare time, she liked to attend auctions, crochet and do jig saw puzzles. Survivors include her three
Kathryn “Kate” Doris Finnicum, 89, of Carrollton passed away Monday July 11, 2022. Born March 31, 1933, she was a daughter to the late Charles and Elizabeth Ratliff. Kate married the love of her life, Earl Dean Finnicum, Dec. 2, 1950. He passed away May 15, 2009. She was a home maker and loved being a baby sitter taking care of children in the community for over 30 years. Kate
Pick up a copy of the July 13 issue of The Carroll County Messenger which includes the official Carroll County Fair tab. The fair tab features schedules and information regarding the 172nd fair which runs July 19-24. Read about fair participants and more. Also read about area news, a bicentennial celebration and more. To receive The Messenger in your mailbox or inbox, call 330-476-6343.
Royalty crowning moved to Monday, rodeo returns to grandstand Saturday By Carol McIntire Editor The curtain will rise next week on the 172nd Carroll County Fair and Fair Board President Jessica Ujcich is excited about what is in store. “We are excited about the grandstand lineup as well as the junior fair and midway concessions,” said Ujcich, who is taking the reins of the ag society as president after serving
Mondays – Lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. by donation at the Warren Twp. Community Center on SR 212 in New Cumberland. Includes many sides, dessert and a drink. Plus, The Loft Resale Shop is open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesdays – Carrollton Rotary Club meets at St. John’s Villa at noon. Tuesdays – Narcotics Anonymous meets weekly at 7 p.m. at Carrollton Bible Chapel, 365 Steubenville Rd., Carrollton.
Tana Drew will compete in the 74th annual National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) July 17-23 in Gillette, WY. Drew, a junior at Malvern High School, will complete in breakaway roping, barrel racing, goat tying and cutting. Drew also won the Ohio High School rodeo year-end state championship in breakaway, goat tying and cutting and was reserve champion in barrel racing. Featuring more than 1,650 contestants from 44 states, five
Baxter’s Ridge United Methodist Church will celebrate its 200th anniversary, Sunday, July 17. Don Perks, a retired pastor, will deliver the morning message. Special music will be provided by Mark Allen Chapman and local singers. The morning service will be at 10:30 a.m. with food, fellowship and music by local musicians to follow. The event will last until 3 p.m. Special music, thoughts and remarks from former pastors, Charles Kettering,
Off-street parking Offstreet parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying guns 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. Wanted Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years
A Waynesburg Rd. man was indicted on two counts of first-degree felony rape by a Carroll County grand jury July 6. Carroll County Prosecuting Attorney Steven D. Barnett said Corey S. Stamm, 31, of 7216 Waynesburg Rd., Waynesburg, was also charged with two counts of Sexual Battery. Barnett said Stamm repeatedly engaged in sexual conduct with a female juvenile between October 2020 and March 2022. Stamm was one of 14
Herman “Tom” Wingerter, 94, passed away Thursday, July 7, 2022. Herman was born in Malvern, to George C. Sr and Regina C. Wingerter Herman is a graduate of Malvern High School. After high school, he joined the Army and served in World War II. He then went to Colorado State University where he earned a degree in Forestry. Herman was always proud of the fact he had perfect attendance all
Horace “Butch” Earl Weals, 72, of Carrollton, passed away July 1, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Canton. Born Jan. 29, 1950, he was a son to the late Horace Arthur Weals and Jacqueline M. (Stewart) Weals. He married the love of his life, Nancy Marcia Weals, Nov. 1, 1970. She passed away Jan. 4, 2011. Butch was a machinist by trade and retired from Sebring Tool and Die. He is
Pick up your copy of the July 6 issue of The Carroll County Messenger on newsstands. Read about the creation of new jobs in the county, HB 377 for Appalachian counties, wages, relocations and more. Find out what 4-H members will compete at the state level with their still projects, read school news and learn about the Civil War soldiers reenactment planned at the McCook House Civil War Museum. To
Off-street Parking Offstreet parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying Guns 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! Household Sale! at
Members of the Carroll County 4-H program who received outstanding and qualified for state fair competition were announced June 25. To be eligible for an outstanding and/or state fair berth, members must have received an excellent at Still Project judging earlier in the day. Members included: Cake Decorating Outstanding: Roselle Hennebert and Leah Grigsby. State Fair delegates: Hennebert, jr. beginner; Grigsby, jr. intermediate. Clothing and Textiles Outstanding: Elizabeth Melching, You
By Carol McIntire Editor Carroll County Commissioner Chris Modranski was one of several representatives from the 32 Appalachian counties in Ohio on hand at the Governor’s Columbus residence last week when Mike DeWine signed House Bill 377 in law. The bill creates the Appalachian Community Grant program, which will provide $500 million in funding to provide both sustainable and transformative projects for the 32 counties. “The funds will be disbursed
By Carol McIntire Editor County commissioners approved a new wage package to retain current staff and attract new employees at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat (GAR). Commissioners met with GAR Superintendent Dawn Faulk for just shy of a half hour to discuss compensation of employees. Upon returning to session, President Chris Modranski noted there is a need to hire new staff and also retain current employees. “In light of the
Mondays – Lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. by donation at the Warren Twp. Community Center on SR 212 in New Cumberland. Includes many sides, dessert and a drink. Plus, The Loft Resale Shop is open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesdays – Carrollton Rotary Club meets at St. John’s Villa at noon. Tuesdays in July – Bowerston Library summer reading program at 11 a.m. July 6 & 7 –
By Carol McIntire Editor SR 171 between SR 43 and SR 9 was closed four days last week to clean up damage from a train – truck wreck that occurred June 27. Sgt. Gary Wolfe of the New Philadelphia Post of the Ohio Highway Patrol said the investigation continues in the wreck, which occurred about 3 p.m. “The biggest piece of the puzzle has not been solved as I have
Tamara S. McQuillan, 35, of Uhrichsville, died in her home suddenly Sunday afternoon, July 3, 2022. Born July 22, 1986, in Greensboro, NC, she was the daughter of Richard L. and Debbie Rice of Bowerston and Taunya L. Lynch of Greensboro, NC. Tamara was currently employed as a phlebotomist at the Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital in Dover and was a former employee of Lifeshare Community Blood Services in Canton. She was
John Randall Mullen Sr., 72, of rural Carrollton, peacefully went to be with Jesus early Sunday morning, July 3, 2022, in his residence surrounded by the love of his family. Born Dec. 11, 1949, in Canton, he was the son of the late John Henry and Clara Imogene “Jean” (Bailey) Mullen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Marvin (Mick) Mullen and Kevin Mullen. Randy
Pauline M. Postlethwait, 97 of Weirton, WV, passed away Sunday July 3, 2022, at Carroll Health Center, Carrollton, OH. Born May 2, 1925, in Ravenswood, WV, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Estella Howell Rector. Pauline was also preceded in death by her husband of 36 years, Bevlin Paul Postlethwait (1982); grandson, Joshua Wade; sisters, Geraldine Roush, Irene Johnson and Edith Brown; and brothers, Odell Rector and Delbert Rector.She
Douglas R. Sell, 68, of Carrollton, (Dellroy area), died suddenly in his residence Monday, June 27, 2022. Born Nov. 20, 1953, in Dennison, he was the son of Lois Ann Lightell Sell of New Philadelphia, and the late Willard Dean Sell. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Lynn Sell. Doug retired in 2016 from Canton Drop Forge after laboring as a steelworker
Bonnie L. Teeter, 78, of Carrollton, passed away June 26, 2022, at Aultman Hospital. Born Aug. 23, 1943, in Canton, she was a daughter to Lorrin V. and Alice (Sanford) Magill. She married Joseph Teeter July 18, 1988. He passed away Dec. 15, 2005. Survivors include her stepson, Jerry (Kerry) Teeter and family; two sisters, Brenda Russell and Barbara Poole; and many loving nieces and nephews along with cousins and
Pick up your copy of The Carroll County Messenger on newsstands today. Inside the June 29 issue you will find an update on the Route 30 project, celebrate 80 years with the Carrollton Garden Club and read what is happening at area council meetings. Find various activities in and around the area and much, much more. Get your copy delivered to your mailbox or inbox by calling 330-476-6343.
Off-Street Parking Offstreet parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying Guns 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. Wanted Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Household SUMMER
By Leigh Ann Rutledge CCM Reporter Carrollton Superintendent Dave Quattrochi announced the formation of a committee to discuss school safety during the June 14 board meeting. The passage of Ohio HB 99 allows school staff to carry a gun with a minimum of 24 hours training with an eight-hour recertification yearly. Quattrochi asked for two board members to be on the committee, which will include the school resource officers, other
Formal charges were filed last week and bond set for the man who held a Sherrodsville postal worker at gun point June 18.Carroll County Municipal Court Judge Gary Willen set bond at $250,000 cash or surety with a 10 percent feature and a GPS monitoring ankle bracelet for 47-year-old Justin Gerald Bendo during an arraignment hearing June 21. Willen denied a motion to have the bond reduced the following day.Bendo
The second annual Carrollton boys and girls basketball alumni games are scheduled July 1 at 6 p.m. in the high school gym beginning with the girls contest. Admission is free. Donations will be accepted at the door. According to boys coach Mike Aukerman, returning alumni as of June 27 include Carrollton school board member Steven Pridemore, class of 1988; Ben Smith, 2006; Hunter Borland, 2008; Pierce Oaks, 2008; Lane
The Malvern Market, an artisan and farmers market, will open June 29 from 3:30-7:30 p.m. at Malvern Village Park on SR 43. Malvern Market will run on Wednesday evenings through October (weather permitting) and feature a variety of vendors. Vendors will be set up in the grassy area near the stage. The Malvern Market is presented by Swift Fields. They had a booth at the 2021 Dancing on the Bridge
Mondays – Lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. by donation at the Warren Twp. Community Center on SR 212 in New Cumberland. June 29 – Free Community Blessings drive thru Dinner at Perry Twp. Hall 5-7 p.m. Sponsored by Perrysville and Pleasant Hill UMC. For more information, call 330-627-7593. June 30 – Liberty Bridge playing a mix of 60s & 70s music at First Town Days Festival, Tuscora Park, 7-9
Seated on the back porch of the museum, a few drops of rain threatened then disappeared. Having the celebration at the McCook House Museum was appropriate as the club has a long history with the museum. The club’s 70th anniversary luncheon was also held at the McCook House in 2012. The luncheon meeting was catered by The Grand Tea Room of Carrollton. Guest speaker was Dr. Carl Winters who spoke
Doris M. Knapp, 87, of Carrollton, passed away Thursday evening, June 23, 2022, in her home following an extended illness. Born March 8, 1935, in Amsterdam, she was a daughter of the late John and Ada Howell Simpson. Doris was a renaissance woman in every sense of the word. During her life, she had a passion for learning and exploring new things. While raising her children and working, she was able
Francine L. Truini, 68, of Canton, formerly of Martins Ferry, passed away June 14, 2022. She is survived by her sister, Deborah Beatty of Carrollton; and two nephews, Matthew (Rebecca) and Jonathan (Kristen); and great-nephew, Kande. A private family graveside service was held in Conotton Cemetery near Bowerston. Dodds Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.
Ronald ‘Ron” Youngen, 74, left his home here on earth Monday, June 20,2022, to be with our LORD. Ron was a native of Carroll County. Throughout his life, Ron will be remembered by many for his hours working on his family farm either out on his tractor in the field or in the barn caring for the animals. He will also be remembered by some for his nearly 40 years
Off-street parking Offstreet parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying guns 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. Wanted Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Household
Mondays – Lunch 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. by donation at the Warren Twp. Community Center on SR 212 in New Cumberland. Includes many sides, dessert and a drink. Plus, The Loft Resale Shop is open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Tuesdays – Carrollton Rotary Club meets at St. John’s Villa at noon. June 22- HARCATUS annual organizational meeting at 1 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene, 233
By Leigh Ann Rutledge CCM Reporter The 5th St. Park was discussed during the June 13 Carrollton Council meeting. Caitlin Mathews-Smith, community engagement coordinator for the Carroll County General Health District, visited council to explain the department’s tobacco program. She noted they develop tobacco free policies for parks, etc. at no cost to the owner. She cited policies are individualized, such as a designated smoking area away from where the
Denise Ann Brooks, 64 of Carrollton, passed away Friday, June 17, 2022, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center. Born May 13, 1958, in Salem, she was a daughter to Dorothy E. (Ayers) and the late Lloyd Boyle. Denise was of the Lutheran faith. She worked as a personal banker at the former Alliance Federal Savings and Loan. She enjoyed flowers and gardening. Denise is survived by her mother, Dorothy E. Boyle of Carrollton;
Margaret Ann Whittington, 85, of Malvern, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at Mercy Medical Center. Born Oct. 5, 1936, in Canton, she was a daughter to Bryan and Mabel (Hoffee) Gordon. Margaret was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. She worked at the First National Bank of Canton, Malvern Branch. She enjoyed sewing and baking.Margaret is survived by a son, Dr. David (Cristine) Whittington of Alliance; a daughter, Marcia
Lorna R. Anguish, 94, of Carrollton, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at Carroll Golden Age Retreat. Born Aug. 2, 1927, in Salem, WV, she was a daughter of the late William and Ada Gertrude (Davis) Waters. Lorna was a member of the Vo-Ash Chapel and enjoyed reading, puzzles and traveling during her lifetime. She is survived by her nephew, Paul, and niece Dee of Florida; and nieces, Linda and
Ralph Lynn Staley, 74, of Carrollton died June 12, 2022, in Aultman Hospital. Born Sept. 28, 1947, in Canton, he was a son to the late Ralph and Lillian (Steigner) Staley. He was a 1966 graduate of Carrollton High School and an Army veteran. He retired from Hendrickson in 2011. Ralph was a family man. He enjoyed time spent with his wife, kids and grandkids. Ralph was an OSU fan and
The June 15 issue of The Carroll County Messenger hits newsstands this afternoon. Find out what’s happening around the county, end of school news and more. Check out the classifieds, court news and learn about a free fishing weekend. To get The Messenger delivered to your mailbox or inbox, call 330-476-6343.
By Carol McIntire Editor Strawberries topped the menu at the annual Augusta Strawberry Festival with visitors standing in line for extended periods of time for the sweet treats. . Just as popular this year was two nights of deadweight tractor pulls and the annual Strawberry Parade which filled the Firemen’s Park and lined the streets of the small burough. Well over 30 units drove from as far away as Scio
Golf outing benefits Sheriff’s K9 program The 10th annual K9 golf outing will take place July 9 at Carroll Meadows Golf Course in Carrollton. The four-person scramble begins with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. Cost is $70 per person and includes a steak dinner. Sign up at Carroll Meadows or call Shane Beohm at 330-324-5584. Hole sponsors are $50. Call Melanie Beohm at 330-904-1904 to sponsor. Proceeds benefit the Carroll
By Carol McIntire Editor Minerva residents and officials had plenty to celebrate Friday night when a ribbon cutting ceremony was held to mark the completion of a new mural on the side of a building on Market St. facing US 30. *The project was a collaboration between the village, Minerva Arts Commission and a Visit Canton. *The event marked the completion of the first of two arts projects to be
Lois White Maple, 98 years young of Carrollton, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, June 9, 2022, in her home with her family by her side. A daughter of the late Walter Scott and Ethel Knox White, she was born April 6, 1924, in Minerva. Lois was a member of the United Presbyterian Church in Carrollton and a 1942 graduate of Carrollton High School. Spending time with family and friends was
William “Bill” H. Vint Jr., 77, of Amsterdam, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2022, at Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville. Born Aug. 11, 1944, in Scio, he was a son of the late William and Dorothy (Fowler) Vint Sr. Bill is survived by his wife Carol (Foster) Vint of 56 years; four daughters, Becky (John) Worley, Shelley (Thomas) Mcafee, Nancy (Rickey) Mcafee and Mary (Jason) Vint; two brothers, Wayne
Off-street parking Offstreet parking available in downtown Carrollton. Paved lot. Close to Courthouse and Public Square. Reasonable rates. Call 330-691-0118 or 330-805-7642. Buying guns 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. Wanted Standing Timber & Walnut Trees. CALL Carroll County Logging 330-738-2050 or 440-897-0863 Local and 25 Years Experience! Household SALE
