Category: Obituaries

Elinor Jane Potts, 95, of Aurora, formerly of Carrollton, died early Tuesday morning Nov. 24, 2020. Born January 4, 1925 she was a daughter of the late John D. and Dorothy Carman Poplin.  Janie was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Potts in 1996. Elinor was a member of the Carrollton Eastern Star.  She is survived by two sons, Thomas Potts of Aurora, and Timothy Potts of Fayetteville, GA; five

Robert (Bob) S. Snively, 93, of Carrollton, passed away Nov. 20, 2020. Born Jan. 23, 1927, in Carrollton, he was a son to the late Fred Milton and Myrna Louise (Miller) Snively.  Bob graduated from Augusta School in 1945. He was employed by P.C.C. in Minerva and served in the Army at Fort Knox during the Korean War. Bob was a dairy farmer his entire life and felt great pride

Thomas Paul Herbert, 83, of North Canton, passed away in his home after a lengthy illness, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020. Born Nov. 4, 1937 in Canton, he was the son of the late Wilfred and Jeanette Herbert.  Tom’s entire working career was in the electrical field. Starting as an electrician at age 16, he earned a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Dayton followed by a master’s degree in

Doris Faye Brown, 80, of Salineville, passed away unexpectedly at home Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020. Born Sept. 23, 1940, in East Liverpool, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Pearl (Beadnell) Davison. Doris was a member of the Family Worship Center in Carrollton. Doris had a great love of flowers and spent many hours planting and grooming her lavish flower garden. She always made sure she took visitors

Edward  A. Reese II, 68, of Carrollton, died early Monday morning Nov. 9, 2020, in his residence surrounded by his family. Born Dec. 14, 1951, in Canton, he was the son of  the late Edward Allan and Caroline Anna Reichman Reese.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Caroline A. Reese Colley and a brother, Parker Reese. Ed retired in 2008 as a die maker

Lynn R. Fox, 90, of Carrollton died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. Born March 28, 1930, in Malvern, he was a son of Earl and Irma Hoopes Fox.  Lynn was a locally renowned artist, having a running political cartoon, “John”, in the Times Reporter for eight years from 1986-1994, and owning and operating his own photography studio in Carrollton.  During his life, he served three terms

Deanna K. Lusk, 83, of Carrollton, passed away Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020, at Mercy Medical Center in Canton.  Born Jan. 27, 1937, in Minerva, daughter of Graiden and Beatrice Kennedy Roudebush.   During her life, Deanna and her husband, Tom, raised beagles and Boston terriers. She is survived by her four daughters, Kay (Phil) Shafer of Lenoir, NC, Jean (Greg) Yockel and Vonnie Lusk, both of Carrollton and Patty (Randy) Tinney

Norma Louise (Bright) Brumbaugh went to be with her Savior Oct. 24, 2020.   Born Feb. 23, 1941, in Munroe County, TN, she was the youngest of 10 children to John Erskin and Alva Mae Bright.   A lifetime resident of Carroll County, she graduated from Carrollton High School in 1959. On Feb. 15, 1961, Norma married her husband, Walter Lynn Brumbaugh. They have spent the last 60 years together. She was

Randy Leroy Strawder, 67. of Malvern, passed away at his residence Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020.  Born Aug. 6, 1953, in Carrollton, he was a son to Arlie and Evelyn (Moyer) Strawder.  Randy worked as a maintenance supervisor for 35 years at Lake Mohawk. He also owned Randy’s Oldies DJ Services.Randy is survived by a son, Jason Fox of Elyria; two brothers, Gary (Twila) Strawder of Minerva and Donald (Carol) Strawder of Malvern;

Mildred J.  “Midge” Graham, 88, a lifetime Dellroy resident, died Thursday afternoon, Oct. 15, 2020, in Mercy Medical Center in Canton following a period of declining health. Born Nov. 10, 1931, in Dellroy, she was the daughter of the late Ross Rowen and Nila Mildred Barrick King. On Nov. 10, 1950, she married her late husband, Roger Jerry Graham, in Jackson, MI. Roger passed away Jan. 17, 2014.  In addition to her parents

Katherine Nadine (Thompson) Baughman, 96, of Malvern, passed away at Centreville Assisted Living Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020.  Born March 28, 1924, in Malvern, she was a daughter to James and Goldie (Decker) Gamber. Katherine worked as a machine operator at GBS. She was a very caring and spiritual person. She was a member of First Christian Church of Malvern for over 90 years.  She was a farmer’s wife for many years

Wilma Lois (Sell) Shafer, 89, of Carrollton passed away Monday evening, Oct. 12, 2020, at Carroll Golden Age Retreat in Carrollton. Born May 13, 1931, in Minerva, she was a daughter of the late John Chalmer and Icie Lowella Borland Sell. Wilma was a 1950 graduate of Augusta High School, during which time she worked Isaly’s. It was while working at Isaly’s that she met Willard Shafer, whom she would

Mary “Jane” Looman, 94, (formerly of Canton, OH for many years) was called home Friday Sept., 11 2020 to be with our Lord and Savior. She passed away peacefully in Bradenton, FL. Jane was her most happiest when she was surrounded with her family. She loved spending time with them and cooking and baking cookies, and keeping a beautiful garden. Jane loved telling stories about her past when she was

Jerry Berl Tarbet, 87, of Malvern, passed away at the Arbors of Minerva Monday, Sept. 14, 2020. Born April 18, 1933, in Bayard, he was a son to the late Frank “Jersey” and Ruby Pearl (Turvey) Tarbet.Jerry retired from TRW and PCC Airfoils with 39 years of service. Before and after retiring, he loved to tinker and restore his two Willy’s Jeeps that he drove in several parades. Jerry proudly

Robert Dale “Bobby” Tipton, 63, died Sept. 1, 2020, at home. Born June 19, 1957, in Canton, he was a son to the late Floyd and Jean Tipton. He was employed by Guess Motors. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family, drag racing and collecting toy tractors. He was a graduate of Carrollton High School Class of 1977. He is survived by two daughters, Angie Tipton and Sarah Jean

Vickie L. Snively, 56, of Gnadenhutten, passed away Sunday, Sept. 6, 2020, at The Cleveland Clinic, while surrounded by her loving family. Born Feb. 17, 1964, in Canton, she was a daughter of I. Roger Callahan of New Philadelphia and Donna F. (Bake) Callahan of Gnadenhutten. She was a 38-year resident of Gnadenhutten after growing up in Carrollton.  She is survived by her husband, married Thomas J. Snively, Jr., whom

Margaret Cecelia Kiehl, 80, of Malvern, passed away Saturday, Sept. 12, 2020, at Aultman Compassionate Care Center.  Born November 24, 1939, in Wilmette IL, she was a daughter to Alfred and Vesper (Crane) Gross.  Margaret is survived by three sons, John “Scott” Kiehl of Carrollton, Michael (Krista) Kiehl of Delaware, and Christopher (Missy) Kiehl of Malvern; grandchildren, Meghan Meinert, Taylor (Emma Parker) Kiehl, Brenen (Alexis) Green, Morgan Kiehl, Dakota (Marissa)

Carl Schmidt Jr., 93, of Minerva, died Friday, Sept. 11, 2020, in the Arbors of Minerva. Born July 14, 1927, in Paris, he was a son to Carl and Evelyn (Bucher) Schmidt, Sr. He retired from the Plumbers Union, Local #94 in Canton. He was a WWII US Army veteran. He is survived by two daughters, Debra (Jeff) Vasilliu and Pam (Charles) Stoller, both of Minerva; sister, Linda Priebe of

Our mother, Anita Carita Petenzi, passed from this life Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2020.  Mom celebrated her 96th birthday in July of this year.  Anita was born July 26, 1924, in Bellona, Italy to Salvatore and Anita (Caputo) Carita.  She was raised in Naples.  Anita met our father, Joseph C Petenzi, who was serving with the US Army during WWII; they were married in Naples in 1945. Two years later they came to

Jared Devin DeGarmo entered the stage Sept. 18, 2001. He was unapologetically himself,  fiercely unique and had a theatrical singing voice he loved to use anytime, anywhere. Jared believed in the power of positivity. He was accepting and supporting of everyone, empowered others through thoughtful words and letters, and spread his unconditional love and humor to everyone he met.    Jared lived his life on the stage. As a recent 2019

Sean Michael Flynn, 42, passed away unexpectedly in his home Aug. 26, 2020. Born Sept. 30, 1977, in Warren, Sean was a 1996 graduate of Buckeye Career Center, where he was enrolled in the Ag & Diesel program. He went on to attend Nashville Auto Diesel College after graduation. Sean was an amazing father to his beautiful daughter, Nyah, and owned STF Construction & Painting with his friends, Tim and

Joyce Elaine Clark, 75, of Walled Lake, MI, formally of Carrollton, died Aug. 19, 2020, at Henry Ford Hospital after an emergency surgery. Joyce held a business degree from Columbus Business Academy and an associate degree in Art from Oakland College, MI. A Carrollton High School graduate, she was class salutatorian, class vice president, one year; class secretary, two years; and class treasurer, one year. She was a member of

Donald L. Caldwell, 88, of Carrollton, passed away Thursday, Aug. 27, 2020. Born Sept. 21, 1931, in Cleveland, he was a son to the late Walter and Mary Caldwell. Donald worked as a postal inspector for 27 years until his retirement, and was a proud veteran of both the United States Army and Navy. He spent his time working with wood and leather. However, his favorite activity was writing funny

Esther Rosa Sukosd, 103, of Carrollton (formerly of East Canton) went to be with her Savior Aug. 21, 2020, at Centreville Assisted Living.  Esther was born Aug. 17, 1917, in Burgezd, Hungary.  She was adopted at age three, coming through Ellis Island to America in 1921. One of Esther’s proudest moments was getting her citizenship papers at age 18. In 1936, she graduated from McKinley High School, where she later

G. John “Tizzy” Tiziani, 59, of Kilgore went home to be with the Lord Aug. 17, 2020. John was a wonderful husband, father, pap and a great friend to many. He was loved and will be missed greatly by those who were close to him.  He is survived by his wife, Lisa (Bright) Tiziani; children, Hannah (Matthew) Boggs and A.J. (Noel) Tiziani; grandchildren, Andalyn and Adyn; his brother, William; and

William Joseph “Bill” Winter Sr., 74, who most recently resided in Altercare Navarre, and formerly of Sykesville, PA, died Thursday afternoon, Aug. 6, 2020, in Aultman Hospital in Canton, following a long illness. Born July 8, 1946, in Canton, he was the son of Dorothy Culler Winter of Carrollton, and the late Carl Edward Winter. His wife, Gail Ann Vittling Winter, whom he married Dec. 20, 1993, passed away May

Irene Sue Hodge, 64, of  Bolivar, died Thursday afternoon, Aug. 13, 2020, in Schoenbrunn Healthcare Center at New Philadelphia following a long illness. Born June 12, 1956, in Canton, she was the daughter of  the late David Ray and Hazel Odessa Berry Gamble. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Floyd Weir and Kenny Weir; three sisters, Doris (Weir) Hartline, Frances (Weir) Brenneman and Shirley

 Gary D. Wagner, 87, of Carrollton, passed away Friday evening Aug. 14, 2020, at Carroll Golden Age Retreat in Carrollton. Born Jan. 3, 1933, in Perrysville, he was a son of the late W. Emmet and Florence Kirby Wagner.  Gary owned and operated Wagner Auto Sales for over 30 years. He loved getting a good deal and making a good sale. He also worked at the Carroll Journal newspaper, running