Category: Obituaries

William (Bill) Finley Jobes Jr. After a long illness, Bill (age 91) passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his family.  Bill was born June 20, 1931, in Canton, OH, to William and Coral (Steffey) Jobes.  He was a graduate of Minerva High School in 1949 and the University of Toledo with a degree in pharmacy in 1955. Bill interrupted his formal education for two years to serve in

Glenn “G” R. George Jr., 67, of Mechanicstown, passed away in his home Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022.   Born May 4, 1955, in Mechanicstown, he was a son of the late Glenn and Ruth (Morgan) George Sr. Immediately following high school graduation, Glenn began driving a truck for Summitville Tiles for more than 40 years in which he retired. During this time, Glenn was also a volunteer fireman for Fox Township

Wesley E. Day Sr., 87, of Bergholz, passed away Saturday morning Aug. 6, 2022, at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat. Born March 7, 1935, in Royal Oak, MI, he was a son of the late James Day and Margaret Whalen.  Wesley was a veteran of the Ohio National Guard 107th Armed Calvary and retired from Republic Steel Berger Division as a journeyman tool and die maker. For 14 years he served

John H. McLoney, 97, of Carrollton, died Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022, in Centreville Village in Carrollton.  Born April 18, 1925, in Mechanicstown, he was a son to Harry and Hazel (Johnson) McLoney.  He was the owner of McLoney Construction and was a farmer. He was a member and Elder of First Presbyterian Church, Carrollton, and former member of Corinth Presbyterian Church, Mechanicstown. He was a US Army Veteran serving as a

James Andrew Baxter, 81, a lifetime resident of Amsterdam, OH, passed away quietly Aug. 3, 2022, attended by his niece, Marianne and brother-in-law, Bob.  James was born April 11, 1941, as the second child of Andrew and Dolly (Aldred) Baxter.  At 8 years of age, James contracted Polio and lost the use of his legs. He was determined to not let this interfere with his life and learned to walk despite

Betty Joan Guess, 90, passed away at Otterbein Senior Living Center in Lebanon, OH, Friday morning, Aug. 5, 2022.  Born Nov. 25, 1931, in Carrollton, she was a daughter to Earl and Bessie (Scarlott) Blazer. In 1953, Betty married Mac L. Guess, who passed away in 2002.  Betty is survived by three daughters, Wendy Albert (Mike), Cindy Frye (Andy) and Jennifer Harper (Jeff); nine grandchildren and multiple great grandchildren.  She

Alfa Imogene Falbo, 96, of Sherrodsville, passed away at Canton Christian Home Thursday, July 28, 2022.   Born Nov. 24, 1925, in Canton, she was a daughter to Joseph and Catherine (Marion) Marcoaldi.   Alfa was a member of St. Mary’s of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Waynesburg. She worked as a cook at Sandy Valley High School. Her specialty was cooking.  She also enjoyed bowling and painting. Alfa is survived by

Charles Evans Fitterer, 93, of Minerva, passed away peacefully at Union Hospital on Tuesday, July 19, 2022.   Charles, also known as “Charley,” and during his childhood, “Skip,” was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on June 18, 1929, the only child of the late George Raymond (GR) and Katherine (Evans) Fitterer. Charley grew up in Oakmont, PA, graduating from Oakmont High School (now Riverview) in 1947. He first attended Cornell University and then

Elizabeth “Betty” Rose Knisely, 91, passed away peacefully at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat Tuesday morning, July 26, 2022. Born Dec. 22, 1930, in West Virginia, she was a daughter to the late Roswell and Clarice Simons. She married William H. Knisely, who passed away in 1978. They had two sons, Mark Allen Knisely who died in 2011, and Douglas H. Knisely (Carrollton), who survives her.  Two brothers, Kenneth and Roger Simons,

Thomas W. Parker, 60, of Carrollton, passed away Monday afternoon, July 25, 2022, at Aultman Hospital following a brief battle with cancer. Born Oct. 18, 1961, in Canton, he was the son of Donald Parker of Carrollton and the late Saundra Beadnell Parker.  Tom was a 1980 graduate of Carrollton High School. Since 1998, he was a partner at D&D Appliance in Carrollton. He had a love for Carrollton and

Bob “Hiram” “Whitey” Walker, 85, of Bergholz, passed away July 24, 2022. Born Aug. 10, 1936, he was the only son of the late Hallie and Waldon “Bill” Walker.  He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and self-employed painter with the Seldom Seen Paint Company, with whom he worked with Richard Gregor.  He was a life-long member of Trinity United Presbyterian Church in Bergholz. He enjoyed hunting, traveling,

Steven G. Williams, 60, of Minerva, died Thursday, July 21, 2022, in the Cleveland Clinic.  Born Nov. 27, 1961, in Canton, he was a son to the late George and Jacqueline (Reifsnyder) Williams.  He worked for BTI in Carrollton. As an avid and successful athlete, he graduated from Carrollton High School in 1980, where he played both football and basketball, and attended Mount Union University. He was a member of

Karen Marie Mack – Hatfield, 65, of Parma and formerly of Carrollton, passed away Friday July 22, 2022.  Born Sept. 20, 1956, in Medina, she was a daughter to Merle and Evelyn Mack. On Feb. 7, 1995, she married Joe “Carl” Hatfield, who passed away April 17, 2015. Karen was a member of Greenbrier Church in Mechanicstown, OH. She worked as a manager at the Certified Gas Station for many

Grace Charlotte (Hale) Seward, 94, of Cambridge, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022, at The Cambridge Place. Born March 15, 1928, in West Chester, PA, she was a daughter of the late Charles Hale and Grace C. (Coe) Hale. Mrs. Seward received her bachelor’s degree from Malone College in 1974. She was a 5th grade schoolteacher for many years. In Carroll County, she helped to establish the Head Start Program for the

Earshel “Carl” Mullins, 88, of East Canton passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022.   Born March 30, 1934, in Winifrede, WV, he was a son to Ray and Locie (White) Mullins. Carl resided in West Virginia until he and his wife Kathryn moved to Cleveland, OH. In the late 70s, he moved his wife and two youngest children to Palmyra. A member of the United Auto Workers Union, he retired from the Chrysler

Richard James Harty, 85, passed away July 10, 2022, at Carroll Healthcare Center in Carrollton. Born Dec. 14, 1936, in Akron, he was the son of the late Harold Jenks and Elizabeth Rebecca Harty. His wife of 41 years, Lillie Margaret Perry Harty, whom he married Jan. 27, 1974, passed away Feb. 20, 2015. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Carol

Linda Kathleen Kelley of Carrollton passed away in her home, surrounded by family, following a courageous battle with cancer June 30, 2022. She was born March 8, 1949.  She loved gardening, cooking and spending time with the two loves of her life, her daughter and granddaughter.  Linda retired as an occupational therapist working in Cambridge, OH, after 23 years of service.  She was preceded in death by her parents; grandmother, Daisy

On July 17, 2022, Mary Juanita (Rutledge) Ray, 96, entered into her eternal rest.  Born Oct. 11, 1925, in Riverton, WV, she was the daughter of Fred A. and Mary Harper Smith. The family moved to Ohio in 1928. Juanita graduated from Dellroy High School in 1943 and worked over the years at the Timken Co., Carroll Electric and McFadden Insurance until she retired in 1988. She is a member

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

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

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

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

 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

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

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

Linda Lou Buehler, 85, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2022, at the Golden Age Retreat.  Born April 17, 1937, in Short Creek, OH, she was the daughter of Bernard Nichols and Inez (Smith) Nichols.  She married Dwight E. Buehler on June 8, 1957.  She is survived by her husband, Dwight, and four daughters; Tuesday L. (Tim) German, Dawn S. Buehler, Candice (Doug) Ruby, and Traci Buehler (Shawn Spahr); five

Frank H. Foit, 67, and Bonnie A. Foit, 66, of Carrollton, passed away in their home Saturday, June 18, 2022.   Frank was born on June 11,1955, to the late William and Sara (Watts) Foit in Canton, OH. Bonnie was born on September 1, 1955, in Kankakee, IL, a daughter of the late Robert Honzik and Doris Plant Culp. They were married on October 10, 1980. Frank retired from Summit DD

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

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

Ida Elizabeth Cumpson, 94, of Minerva, passed away Thursday, June 9, 2022, at St. Luke Lutheran Community of Minerva.    Born Dec. 29, 1927, in Canton, she was a daughter to Walter E. and Florence H. (Neff) Kropp.    Ida was of the Methodist faith. She worked as a cashier at the IGA and was a member of Minerva YMCA. Ida is survived by one son, Richard (Mary) Lloyd of Massillon; three stepsons,

Terry Lee Earl, 62, of Perris, CA, died May 29, 2022, at Riverside Community Hospital in Riverside CA. Born Oct. 7, 1959, in Canton, he was a son of Nora (Peoples) Klosowski and the late Kenneth Earl. Having lived most of his life in California, Terry was a graduate of Saddleback High School in Santa Ana, CA. He worked for over 25 years as a heating and air technician and

William David Smith, 95, of Malvern, passed away Friday, June 3, 2022, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.    Born Jan. 22, 1927, in Malvern, he was a son to Frank and Daisy (Burwell) Smith.   William was of the Lutheran faith. He worked as a laborer with Ohio Air and also held positions at Robertsville Brick Yard and Campbell’s Sohio Station. He and his wife enjoyed the Auction House. They enjoyed camping and were a part

Virginia Sarah Mohr, 86, of Dellroy, passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2022, in Carrollton, Ohio. She was born on May 19, 1936, in Bloomsburg, PA, to Woodrow and Martha Girton.   Virginia graduated in 1954 from Timken Vocational High School and worked as a secretary at Hercules in Canton..  She retired from Carroll Hills as a bus driver after 27 years.  She loved to garden and was in her element

Myrna Lucille Keith, 84, of Malvern, passed away Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Arbors at Minerva.    Born Dec. 12, 1937, In Malvern, she was a daughter to Dempsey and Mary (Wilson) Oliver.   Myrna was a member of Malvern United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Eagles and enjoyed painting ceramics.  Myrna is survived by a son, Stephen Keith of East Canton; a daughter, Paula Tuttle of Minerva; a sister,

David Michael Hagerty peacefully entered eternity with Jesus his Savior May 16, 2022, after a lengthy illness. Born Dec. 5, 1953, in Salina, KS,he was a son to Wilfred Hagerty and Sylvia (Wolters) Hagerty. Due to his father’s military service David spent his early childhood years in Kansas, Georgia and Virginia. The Hagerty family settled permanently in Coeur d’Alene, ID, in 1963.  David graduated from Coeur d’Alene high school in