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Betty C. Leeper, 87, of Sherrodsville, died Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, in Belle’s House at Carrollton under the care of Community Hospice following a period of declining health. Born April 15, 1933, in Gilmore, she was the daughter of the late David Howard and Georgia Margaret Bell Naylor. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Thorley; a brother, David Naylor; and a brother-in-law,
Tonya Nussbaum-Davis, 55, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2021, in California while working as a traveling nurse. Born July 30, 1965, in Dover, she was a daughter to the late Richard and Helen (Burrows) Nussbaum. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Davis. She was the oldest of six children. Growing up she loved to swim, make art and spend time with her
Richard “Scooter” Hartmann, 85, of Carrollton, passed away Feb. 1, 2021, at Aultman Hospital in Canton. Born April 4, 1935, in Houston Hollow, Scioto County, Ohio, he was a son of the late Eugene and Erma (Ruby) Hartmann. Scooter graduated from the last class of Canal Fulton High School in 1953. He served in the United States Army, with a stint in Germany, from December 1954 – December 1956. He
Charles “Charlie” Kidd, 70, of Carrollton, passed away Friday afternoon Jan. 29, 2021, at Alutman Hospital in Canton. Born Sept. 3, 1950, in Richwood, WV, he was a son of the late Gladys Huff and Opal Kidd. Charlie was a retired Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy, having served with the department in different roles for over 30 years. He was also a member of the Carroll County Vet’s Club. He is
Barbara Emilie Royer, 70, of Minerva, passed away at her beloved home Sunday, Jan. 31, 2021, and went to be with her Lord and Savior. Born May 25, 1950, in Akron, she was a daughter to Lowell Newman and Esther Jo (Spinks) O’Dell.She was a dedicated employee of 25 years at Stark County Board of DD where she worked as a specialist bonding with her clients over the years and
Jim Kellermann, 64, of Harlem Springs, passed away Wednesday afternoon Jan. 27, 2021, in Aultman Hospital in Canton. Born March 24, 1956, in Kitzingen, Germany, he was a son of Tony R. Mountz and Emmi Kellermann. Jim was retired from Canton Drop Forge. For many years Jim enjoyed working for the Carroll County Fair Board before, during and after the fair acting as a “go-for” riding around on his golf
Stanton G. Thomas, 86, of Carrollton, passed away Jan. 25, 2021, at Compassionate Care Woodlawn in Canton. Born Nov. 20, 1934, in Portsmouth, he was a son of the late Roger and Margaret Thomas. Stanton graduated from Ravenna High School in 1952, and Michigan State University in 1957, with a degree in Forest Products. He was a First Lieutenant in the United States Navy and was training to be a
Paul Ray Dent Sr., 76, of Amsterdam, died Sunday Jan. 24, 2021, at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. Born June 19, 1944, in Brilliant, he was a son of the late Genevieve (Perkins) and Harry N. Dent. Paul was a member of St. Joseph Church in Amsterdam and worked as a pipe fitter for Weirton Steel, where he retired after 30 years. He is survived by his wife, the
Donald Lee “Donnie” Malone, 54, of Tippecanoe, passed away suddenly and tragically earlySaturday morning, Jan. 23, 2021, from an apparent heart attack, with his loving wife and son by hisside.Born Nov. 9, 1966, in Canton, he was the youngest son of William P. “Bill” Malone andKathleen R. “Kathy” Stertzbach Malone of Carrollton, who survive.On New Year’s Eve 2002, Don married his love, Shannon N. Devore Malone at Deersville UnitedMethodist Church
Naomi F. Bellville, 91, of Carrollton, passed away Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, at home. She was born Mar. 31, 1929, in Germano to Ernest Alexander and Nannie Laura (Polen) Johnson. She married Earl Ray Bellville on Aug. 8, 1952. He passed away Nov. 14, 2000. Earl and Naomi enjoyed traveling. Naomi was a hostess for Welcome Wagon for many years and a member of the Carrollton Believers Fellowship Church in
Valerie D. (Riggenbach) McNutt, 67, of Carrollton, went home to be with the Lord Jan. 21, 2021, in Aultman Hospital after a lengthy illness. Born Aug. 25, 1953, in Canton, she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Betty (Beans) Riggenbach. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Donald (Butch) McNutt; daughter, Melissa (Rusty) Lemley of Carrollton; stepdaughter, Becky Hansen of Virginia; a granddaughter, Carlee Hansen of
James Paul Patterson, 93, of Minerva, passed away Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, at Arbors in Minerva. Born Oct. 5, 1927, in Scranton, PA, he was a son to Hugh and Ruth (Weekley) Patterson. James enlisted in the Army Air Corp which later became the Air Force. After his discharge, James worked at Babcock and Wilcox and as a mechanic. He owned and flew his own plane, a Piper Cub and
Iverna Rosella Kohler Simmons, 90, of Kilgore, passed away Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, at Carroll Golden Age Retreat, Carrollton, after a period of declining health Born Feb. 3, 1930, in Kilgore, she was a daughter of the late Earl H. and Froma Kohler. A graduate of Carrollton High School, Iverna worked in the bakery at the former Al’s Foodliner in Carrollton and worked for Wood’s Grocery and Kilgore General Store
Donald L. Lozier, 77, of Minerva, died Friday, Jan. 22, 2021, in Aultman Compassionate Care. Born Dec. 4, 1943, in Augusta, he was a son to Russell and Ruby (Noling) Lozier. He was the owner/operator of D&C Sales and Tri-County Implement and his last endeavor was DL Barns. He was a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Carroll County Antique Collector Club and Carroll County Farm Bureau. He graduated from
Dr. Jack L. Maffett, 88, of Carrollton, passed away Jan. 17, 2021, at Minerva Healthcare in Minerva. Born April 19, 1932 in Canton, he was a son of the late Alfred and Dorothy Hess Maffett. Dr. Maffett was Board-Certified in Family Medicine, served as an Associate Clinical Professor of Preventive Medicine and Family Practice at The Ohio State University, and was an Associate Clinical Professor of Family Practice at the Northeast
Thelma Jean Miller, 94, of Carrollton, passed away Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, at Carroll Healthcare Center in Carrollton. Born April 7, 1926, in Carrollton, she was a daughter of the late Colonel and Erma Miller Delaney. For more than 60 years, Jean owned and operated different nursing homes in Carroll County. She was licensed LPN and nursing home administrator. Jean sat for the first licensing exam for nursing home administrators
Lola M. Rahmoeller, 95, of Coshocton, and previously of Carrollton, passed away Jan. 16, 2021. Born July 16, 1925, in Phyllis, KY, she was a daughter to the late Alex Reynolds and Telia Hunt Reynolds. She married Inest Thacker Aug. 2, 1945. He passed away June 6, 1991. Lola resided in Carrollton since 1972, and six years ago moved to Coshocton County. She was originally from Canton, where she worked
Margaret Lucille Elliott, 71, of Amsterdam, passed away Jan. 11, 2021, at Schoenbrunn Healthcare in New Philadelphia. Born Feb. 26, 1949, in Amsterdam, she was a daughter of the late Amos and Allie Guy Boggess. She was a member of Harsh Memorial United Methodist Church. Margaret is survived by her daughter, Malissa Blackburn; two grandchildren, Christopher Blackburn and Carolyn (Alek) Ricklic; and four great-grandchildren, Mason, Reed, Blake and Emily; and adopted
Robert Earl Buck, 76, of Carrollton, passed away in his sleep Jan. 8, 2021, at Aultman Hospital in Canton. Born March 8, 1944, at Aultman Hospital in Canton, he was the son of the late Earl and Jennie Rokos Buck. Robert graduated from Sandy Valley High School in 1962 and was studying at Kent State University when he enlisted and was proudly called to serve his county in the United
Lorraine A. Skinner, 92, of Carrollton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Sunday Jan. 10, 2021. Born Apr. 7, 1928, in Salineville, she was a daughter to the late J. Albert and Velma L. (Rose) Tolson. She married Floyd D. Skinner on June 25, 1950, celebrating 69 years. He passed away Dec. 16, 2019. Lorraine and Floyd owned Skinner Plumbing and Heating for over 40 years. She was a
Charles Emery May Jr., 81, passed away Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021, after a short illness. Born Apr. 28, 1939, at home in Carrollton, he was a son to the late Charles E. May and Marie Emma (Nichols) May. He attended Carrollton High School and entered the Army. Charles married Juanita Mingus on June 26, 1964. His family was his top priority. He owned the Village Gun Shop in Carrollton
Dorothy Sarah (Cartwright) Grimm, 67, of Harlem Springs, passed away Jan. 5, 2021, in Mayfield Heights. Born Dec. 28. 1953, in Canton, she was a daughter to the late Harold and Dorothy Cartwright. She is survived by her husband, Clifford Nelson Grimm, Jr.; daughter, Virginia Specht of Carrollton, and daughters, Arianna Specht and Jamie Specht; sons, Robert (Sedona) Grimm of Salem and daughter, Amanda (Tom) Whipkey; John (Maria) Grimm of
Nancy Barnes, age 74, of Malvern, passed away at her residence, Friday, Jan. 1, 2021. Born Dec. 18, 1946, in Canton, she was the daughter of James and Bessie (Truxell) Martin. Nancy is survived by two sons: Stacy and Phillip, both of Malvern; three grandchildren: Jonathan Adrain Michael Barnes of Malvern, Amanda Charlene Barnes of Cincinnati, and Kaylee Ranee Johnson of Alliance; and two great-grandchildren: Hayden Barnes-Heflen and Morgan Barnes-Heflen. She
Arry Joan Ossler, age 88, formerly of Augusta, passed away Dec. 31, 2020, at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat. Arry was born in Dillonvale Feb. 27, 1932, to Bartley and Ellen (Penman) Horrigan and was was a member of Stillfork Presbyterian Church. She worked at the Minerva Dairy, the Minerva A&P, sold Stanley Home Products for seven years, the Carrollton Free Press, and Carrolton Graphics, where she retired from after
Karen L. Evans, 77, of Sherrodsville, died Sunday morning, Jan. 3, 2021, in her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born June 13, 1943, in Dover, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Thelma Adeline (Moughiman) Whitehair. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two of her siblings, Jim Whitehair and Diane Roudebush; a niece, Tanya Willett; and a brother-in-law, Joe Walters. Karen
Nancy Elizabeth Howlett, 83, of Minerva, passed away Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, at Minerva Healthcare & Rehabilitation. Born Feb. 7, 1937, in Bowling Green, OH, she was a daughter to Norton W. and Marjorie (Sharp) Egbert. Nancy was a member of the Mount Zion Methodist Church where she was a Sunday school teacher. She worked as a registered nurse. Nancy was a 4-H advisor and a member of the Esther Chapter Order
Donna Mae Pilati, 89, of East Springfield recently of Streetsboro, died early Sunday morning Dec. 27, 2020, in Akron. Born Oct. 1, 1931, in Wolf Run , she was a daughter of the late Frank and Celia Mae Rhodes Drabick. Donna had owned and operated the White Bear Restaurant in East Springfield for 61 years. She loved her patrons and worked hard in the restaurant earning her customers loyalty. She was
Michael W. Heinzman, 66, of Carrollton passed away Dec. 23, 2020, at his home. Born Sept. 12, 1954, in New Martinsville, WV, he was a son of the late Howard and Wanda Long Heinzman. Michael is survived by a son, Kyle (Michaela) Heinzman; daughter, Kelly (Craig) Stutzman; two grandchildren, Luke and Mallory; two brothers, John Heinzman and James (Amy) Heinzman; three sisters, Sue Spaar, Sarah Ullom and Mary Johnson; and
Beth Marie King, 81, a long-time Dellroy area resident, died Tuesday evening, Dec. 15, 2020, in Canton, surrounded by her family. Born Jan. 2, 1939, in Wellsville, OH, Beth was the daughter of the late Wilmer George Fife and Lourene Elizabeth Krafft Fife, who moved their family to Dellroy when she was a young child. From an early age, education was important to Beth. She was co-valedictorian of Carrollton High
Ira D. Beard III, 48, of Carrollton, lost his battle with cancer Dec. 17, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He was a great handyman. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t fabricate or build. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Ira and Helen Beard, Sr., and his maternal grandmother, Bernice Saffell. He is survived by his parents, Ira and Peggy Beard, Jr. of Scio; his wife, Kim Beard
Terry C. Dye, 74, of Carrollton, passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 20, 2020, at Aultman Hospital in Canton after years of prolonged illness. Terry was a beloved husband of Pamela for 37 years, a wonderful father to their two children, and a dear friend to many others. He will be greatly missed. Born Feb. 4, 1946, at Aultman Hospital in Canton, he was a son of Glenn Warner Dye and
Raymond Earl Scott III, 54, of Carrollton, passed away Dec. 17, 2020. He had a giant heart, followed by a stern hand if you needed it. He had love for so many people and was the first one to give you the shirt off his back. No matter your struggle or your background, if you were lucky enough to know him and be a part of his life, you were a part
W. Dean Gotschall, 86, of Carrollton, passed away early Friday morning Dec. 18, 2020, at Carroll Healthcare Center in Carrollton. Born May 9, 1934, in Lee Twp., Carroll County, a son of the late Charles and Clara Palmer Gotschall. Dean served in law enforcement from 1958-1959 with the Carrollton Police Department and 27 years with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department as a part-time deputy. After 33 years of employment, he
Robert Boyd Gween, 88, of Carrollton passed away Tuesday evening, Dec. 15, 2020, at Sunnyslope Care Center in Bowerston. Born May 8, 1932 in Lee Township, he was the son of the late Dewey and Jennie Gween. Robert had been employed at Hercules Motors and spent 44 years at TRW/PCC in Minerva. Upon entering the Air Force, he was selected for the armed forces Special Weapons Project in New Mexico.
Wayne A. Burnsworth, 68, of Libby, MT, and a former Sherrodsville resident, was called home to the Lord Dec. 15, 2020, following a short bout with cancer. He was the son of the late Hubert V. Burnsworth Sr. and Hannah Eleanor Burnworth Burnsworth. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Hubert V. Burnswoth, Jr. He leaves behind his wife of 20 years, Verna M. (Rothacher)
Kenneth R. Sellards, 77, of Crum Road SE, Sherrodsville, died Wednesday evening, Dec. 16, 2020, in Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital following a brief illness. Born Jan. 16, 1943, in Charleston, WV, he was the son of the late Edgar Ray and Alberta Earthileen Horner Sellards. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Bernie Sellards, Chester Sellards and Lester Sellards; and a sister, Gloria Johnson.
Larry Boggess, 80, of Germantown (near Dayton), passed away in the promise of the second coming of Jesus and the resurrection Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020. Born Nov. 20, 1940, he was the son of the late Everett and Mildred (Geckler) Boggess. He graduated from Carrollton High School with the Class of 1958. He worked for The Seventh Day Adventist Church as a church pastor and administrator. He is survived by
Kenneth William (Bill) Briggs, 67, of Carrollton, passed away at home Dec. 16, 2020. Born Dec. 25, 1952, in Barnesville, he was the son of the late Helen and Denver Baker of Bergholz. Besides his parents, proceeding him in death was one brother, Roy, and two sisters, Lois and Donna. Bill leaves behind one daughter, Heather “Sis” (Dameon) Welsh of Wellsville; four sons, Jamie (Brandey), Chris “Critter”, Matt “Tator” and
On Wednesday, Dec. 16, 2020 Michael Lowdermilk, loving partner and father of three children, passed away at the age of 73. Son of the late Ted and Mary Eva (Potts) Lowdermilk, he was born Sept. 29, 1947, in Carroll County. Mike was an Army veteran who enjoyed many decades as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator. He loved to laugh, tell stories, tinker in the garage, and eat good
William Mark Burrows, 55, of Malvern passed away on Sunday, Dec 13, 2020, in his residence. He was born in Dennison at Twin City Hospital to the late Gary Lee Burrows and Carol Ann Bell (stepfather: Paul McCauley) on March 22, 1965. Mark was an avid fisherman and enjoyed family. Mark enjoyed reading, and later, audio books. He enjoyed his cigarettes and Budweiser. He is survived by three children:
Walter Prisbylla passed peacefully on Friday, Dec, 11, 2020, at Centreville Village in Carrollton, Ohio, where he had lived for the past four years. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years, Sophie; his loving son, Jack; his parents, Paul and Mary Elizabeth Prisbylla; his sister, Eleanor Otto; and his brothers, Ed, Paul, Richard, and William Prisbylla. Left to mourn him are his daughter, Nancy; and
Charles A. Roof, 90, of Amsterdam, passed away November 30, 2020 in his home. A son of the late Zed and Helen Roof, he was born August 8, 1930 in Amsterdam, Ohio. Charlie truly loved the family farm and spent his life tending to the land and his cows, as well as his beloved cat, Tom. Charlie was survived by his wife, Marian, for a matter of hours. They are
Tom Sutton, Sr., 85, of Scio went to be with the Lord peacefully on Friday morning Dec. 11, 2020.Born Sept. 3, 1935, in Richmond, OH, he was the son of William and Ethal Sutton. He had three brothers, Halford, John and Wayne and four sisters Jane, Ruth, Shirlie and Natalie. Tom was an active member of the Kilgore United Methodist Church. He and his wife, Arlene, took great pride in
Diana (Dee) L. Phillips, 59, of Carrollton passed away Dec. 3, 2020, at Trinity Medical Center in Steubenville. Born Jan. 25, 1961, in Wheeling, WV, she spent the past 34 years in Carrollton with the love of her life, Rick Kitts. During her life, Diana worked at Ames Department Store, Crossroads Pizza, Bluebird Farms, and Dollar General Market. She supported the ASPCA and loved all animals. Diana is survived by her
Our mother: Virginia M. Davidson, AKA: Pixie’s Mom, was called home by her family in heaven Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020. Jenny will be missed by all who knew her; Mother, friend, grandmother, neighbor, hospice volunteer, crafter, birdwatcher, bus driver and candy maker. She was the unofficial greeter at Golden Age Retreat and the first person on the bus for a trip to a parade or out to eat. She loved
Rosemary Everly, 85, of Amsterdam, passed away Monday evening, Nov. 30, 2020. Born March 26, 1935, in Jefferson County, she was a daughter of the late Richard and Jennie Shalaty Bendle. Rosemary is survived by three sons, Richard Duane (Lisa) Everly Jr., Ronald Lee (Tammy) Everly and Randy Christopher Everly; a daughter, Rhonda (Michael) Boone; seven grandchildren, Christopher Chamberlain, Matthew Chamberlain, Leah (Anthony) Thomas, Alyssa (Joseph) Kerker, Tabitha (Brian) Reighard,
Robert (Bob) C. Anania passed away peacefully in his home Thursday, Nov. 26, 2020, in South Charleston, OH, at the age of 80. He and his family were residents of Carroll County for many years before moving to South Charleston to retire. While in Carrollton, he was a pharmacist at Rite Aid Pharmacy. Bob is survived by this wife of 56 years, Susan Anania; along with his children Rob Melisa)
Linda C. Grace, 73, departed this earth Nov. 28, 2020. Born Nov. 7, 1947, she was a daughter of her beloved late parents, Monford and Audria (Johnston) Dodd. She spent most of her life’s journey in living in Carroll County and grew up in Perrysville. She often shared many fond memories of her childhood, including riding her bike, visiting family and friends and walking to the historical Perrysville Methodist Episcopal
Mary Ellen (Weaver) Yoder, 88, of Kensington, died Monday, Nov. 30, 2020, at home. Born Oct. 10, 1932, in Lynnhaven, VA, she was a daughter to the late William and Fannie (Stutzman) Weaver. She married Phineas M. Yoder Nov. 7, 1954. Mary was a loving mother and homemaker and a member of the Glade Run Mennonite Church in Kensington. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, four brothers,
Linda M. Oyer, 74, of Kensington, passed away Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020. Born Sept. 02, 1946, at home, she was a daughter to the late Earl Lloyd and Helen Marie (Clark) Chilson. Linda graduated from Minerva High School. She married Dale Lawrence Oyer Nov. 9, 1969. He preceded her in death April 20, 2017. Linda belonged to Kensington Christian Church and worked at the Kensington Meat locker and later the
