Category: Obituaries

Donald Eugene Stafford, age 82, of Minerva passed away at Crandall Medical Center in Sebring on June 17, 2024. Donald was born Dec. 15, 1941, in East Liverpool to the late Donald H and Gertrude (Anderson) Stafford. Upon graduation from Minerva High School in 1959, Donald earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science degree from Kent State University.  He also graduated from the US Army Officer Training Program

 James R. Lucas, 85, of Sarasota, FL, passed away March 21, 2024.  He was born in Malvern and moved to Sarasota with his wife and children in 1970.  Jim was a construction contractor.  He owned his own construction business and worked for several construction companies in Sarasota.  Jim was a member of Colonial Oaks Baptist Church where he served as a deacon.  He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Lucas,

Lawrence Eugene “Pete” Lovett Sr, 75, of Malvern, passed away at Senior Suites at Century Farm on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Pete was born in Weston, WV, July 21, 1948, to James and Virginia Lovett. Pete, a devoted welder, was known for his exceptional skills and craftsmanship. Pete leaves behind a legacy of hard work and dedication, spanning across his years as a welder. In his free time, Pete found

Royal “Smokie” W. Miller, 92, of Carrollton, passed away on June 3, 2024, at the Golden Age Retreat after a short illness.   He was born on Jan. 4, 1932, in Wetzel County, West Virginia to Austin and Artie Miller.  He graduated from Perrysville High School. He served in the United States Army from 1952 to 1954, where he was posted in Arlington, Virginia as a member of the Presidential Honor Guard. He worked

Mary Ruth McFall, 67, of Minerva, passed away at Aultman Health Foundation on Thursday, May 23, 2024.  Mary was born in Canton, Ohio on July 8, 1956, to Lemuel Patrick and Joyce (Richards) Aaron.   Mary’s life was dedicated to caring for others as she worked as an LPN in the healthcare industry. Mary had a variety of interests that brought her joy throughout her life. She cherished attending church at Mt

Delmer W. Bandel, 80, of Carrollton, OH passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. He was born December 8,1943 in St. Francis, Kansas, a son of the late Augustus Bandel and Viola (Sharzman) Bandel. Delmar attended a one-room school through eighth grade and went on to become a 1961 graduate of Kanorado High School. He lived in West Virginia and Ohio most of his adult life, calling Carrollton home for the last 20 years. 

Twila A. Huffman-German, 87, of Vermillion and formerly of Dellroy, Ohio, died Monday, May 20, 2024 at the Stein Hospice Care Center in Sandusky, Ohio. A daughter of the late John D. and Dorothy (Jewell) Howlett, she was born on Aug. 1,1936, in Augusta Township, Ohio. For 35 years she was dedicated to the nursing profession, serving as an Emergency Room Nurse at Union Hospital in Dover. Twila also gave

Virgil Paul Carter, 91, of Minerva, passed away at Aultman Health Foundation on Thursday, May 16, 2024.   Virgil was born in Barnesville, Ohio on Oct. 26, 1932, to Virgil F. and Iva (Gibbons) Carter. Virgil was a dedicated employee at B&W, where he contributed his skills and knowledge over the years. Outside of work, Virgil found joy in various interests including FOE, Minerva Sportsman’s Club, Barberton VFW, hunting, fishing, and

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of a beloved soul, Autumn Simmons, who unexpectedly left us on May 12, 2024. While she may be gone from us, she has returned to the love of her life Robert Mayle and her beloved parents Bill and Bonnie Simmons.  She is survived by four children, Julianne (Lew) Goon-Metcalf, Bonnie Stewart, Steve Simmons, and Lacie Cheuvront; five grandchildren, Austin (Makayla)

Gilbert H. Thornton, 85, of Carrollton, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at Altercare of Alliance. A son of the late George and Carrie (Eads) Thornton, he was born on Feb. 7, 1939, in Skelton, West Virginia. During his life, Gilbert worked as a lineman before getting hired at the Carroll County Highway Garage in 1973, where he later retired from in 1998. He proudly served his country in the

Shirley Essig, 93, of Waynesburg, passed away Tues., Apr. 30, 2024.   She was born June 21, 1930, in Canton, a daughter of the late Delmar and Frances (Eibel) Hockenberry. Shirley was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Magnolia, and the Stark County Street Rod Association.   Preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Charles “Chuck” Essig; her son, Robert “Bobby” Essig; two sisters, Betty Horton and Eileen Coleman; and

Donald Butler, 56, of Amsterdam, passed away unexpectedly in his home April 29, 2024.  Donald pursued his education at Nashville Auto and Diesel College, thereafter, embarking on a diverse career path before finding his niche as a machinist at Colfor Manufacturing in Minerva, where he worked for 28 years until his retirement.  The son of Susan (Raymond) Lescalet Hubbard of Smithfield and the late Thomas Lee Butler, he was born

Billy N. Simmons, 87, of Carrollton, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio. Son of the late Burt and Ruby Cogsal Simmons, he was born January 23, 1937 in Lee Township, Carroll County, Ohio. Billy worked for 33 years at Regal Metal, of which he spent 30 of those years as Plant Manager.  He served his community for 25 years serving with the Fox Township Volunteer

Ellen R. Bender, 76, of Minerva, died Thursday, April 25, 2024.   She was born Feb. 26, 1948 in Canton, to Olan and Betty (Yeagley) Sanor. She retired from PCC Airfoils in Minerva, was the owner of Eclectic Collection Doll Store for many years and is a 1966 graduate of United Local High School. She was also a member of the Augusta Christian Church where she was a member of the

Morris “Dean” Wells, 90, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, April 27, 2024, after a period of declining health.   A lifelong resident of Carroll County, he was born in Carrollton on June 20, 1933, to the late Morris J. Wells and Ethel “Jane” (Foster) Wells. Dean shared his childhood and many adult memories with his only sibling, his brother Bill (Cyndy) Wells of Carrollton. Dean attended Dellroy School through

To say that Mike was a friend of many would be an understatement. A banterer extraordinaire, he would passionately argue with animated details, followed by a hug, playful pat on the back, or clink of a bottle. Always up for competition, Mike was also a loyal and loving friend, son, brother, uncle, and great uncle. A 1976 graduate of Carrollton High School and 1983 graduate of Malone College. Professionally, Mike worked for

Ernest Glenn King, 89, a long-time Dellroy area resident, died early Thursday morning, April 18, 2024 at the Aviva Hills Assisted Living Center in Canton.  He was born Feb. 15, 1935, in Dellroy, Ohio and was the son of the late Clarence Button and Rose M. (Cramer) King.  His wife, Beth Marie (Fife) King, whom he married April 1, 1961, in the former Dellroy Presbyterian Church, died on Dec. 15,

Thomas D. Rainsberger, 88, of Carrollton, passed away Saturday, April 20, in Aultman Hospital.   He was born June 13, 1935, in Canton to Brice Arthur and Dorothy (Slates) Rainsberger. He worked for GTE and retired from Verizon after 37 ½ years of service. He owned Atwood Heating and Cooling along with his sons. He was also the owner of Rocky Ridge Apiary and a member of the Carroll County Bee Club. He graduated

Robert L. McDannels, 96, of Carrollton, died on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at Twin City Medical Center in Dennison, Ohio. Born on December 9, 1927 in Beverly, West Virginia, he was a son of the late James B. and Viola C. (Gibson) McDannels. Robert proudly served his county in the United States Army and was a member of the VFW Post 4120 in Minerva, Ohio.  He was a master at

Dexter Charles “Bunk” Kaltenbach was born in Chillicothe, OH Oct. 31, 1941, to the late James and Evelyn (Carnes) Kaltenbach. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Margie Toot Kaltenbach; two daughters, Kelley (Jim) Busch of Chillicothe, and Nikki (Victor) Hollis of Key West, Florida; Margie’s children whom he cared for like his own, Mindy Jones (Todd “Chip”) Weiland of Dellroy, and Aaron (Carisa) Jones of Dellroy; grandchildren

Kent A. Thompson, DVM, passed away in his home on Friday, April 12, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Kent was born in Canton, Ohio on April 9, 1962, to the late Jess Thompson and Pauline Farmer. He was a 1980 graduate of Carrollton High School. Kent received his Doctorate Degree in Veterinary Medicine from The Ohio State University in 1989. Together he and his wife, Robyn, opened Thompson

Daniel B. “Danny” Hendricks, 55, of Scio died Thursday, April 11, 2024, at East Ohio Regional Hospital in Martins Ferry, OH, following a heart attack.    Born Jan. 28, 1969, in Steubenville, OH, he was the son of the late Ray B. Hendricks and Jacqueline K. Davis Hendricks. He graduated from Jewett-Scio High School in 1987 and worked most of his adult life as an over the road truck driver. Currently

Mary A. Montgomery, 78, of Carrollton passed away on Wednesday April 03, 2024 after a short illness.  She was born in Salineville on December 12, 1945, to the late Frank and Doris Russell. Mary married her high school sweetheart Don Montgomery on Feb. 14, 1966, and they celebrated 58 years of married bliss. Mary graduated from West Liberty with her A.S. Degree to become a Dental Hygienist where she and

Allen Lee Mayle, 75, of Minerva, Ohio, passed away at Aultman Health Foundation on Monday, April 1, 2024. He was born on May 21, 1948, in Grafton, West Virginia to Virgil and Sarah (Minard) Mayle. Allen retired from LTV Steel after many years of being a dedicated employee, served as a foster parent for 18 years, and was a member of the Minerva Area Coon Hunters Association. His hobbies and interests

Velva Juanita Van Horn, 85, passed away peacefully at Greenbriar Health Care in Youngstown, on March 30, 2024.  She was born on July 11, 1938, in West Union, WV to Hubert and Trecie (Simmons) Van Horn Sr. Velva lived a vibrant and artistic life filled with her passions for singing in a country band, painting pottery, grooming poodles and dancing. Her creative spirit brought joy to those around her and she

Terry E. Palmer, 64 of Kilgore, died March 25, 2024, in Aultman Hospital at Canton following a brief illness. Born Feb. 1, 1960, in Canton, he was the son of the late George R. Palmer and Neala (Jones) Howell. He was a 1978 graduate of Carrollton High School, where he was active in the FFA program. He attended Rosedale Technical College in Pittsburgh and spent several years working as a

Kesleen Adkins, 87, of Sherrodsville, Ohio, and formerly of Massillon, died peacefully in her home on Sunday afternoon, March 24, 2024. She was born Jan. 4, 1937, in Huntington, West Virginia and raised in Lincoln County, she was the daughter of the late Everett and Lennie (Willis) Sias. Her husband, Shelby Adkins, whom she married Dec. 24, 1955, passed away on Feb. 2, 2004. In addition to her parents and husband, she

Goldie L. Saltsman, 89, of East Twp. passed Friday, March 22, 2024. She was born June 22, 1934, to the late Charles and Kathryn Cronin. She graduated from business school and married the love of her life, Clark Saltsman, Sept. 11, 1949. He passed Jan. 1, 2001. Goldie worked as a police constable for several area departments such as Irondale, Hammondsville and Stratton. She also served her community by being

Jesse S. Roof, 88, of Carrollton, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024, at Mercy Medical Center in Canton, Ohio. Born on Aug. 8, 1935, in Kilgore, Ohio, he was a son of the late Curtis and Faye (Gotschall) Roof. Jesse served his country in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany from 1954 to 1956. Most of his life he spent working in construction and running equipment. He was

Sherry Marlene Bailey, 72 of Kensington passed away on Sunday March 17, 2024. She was born on June 14, 1951, to Clark and Goldie Saltsman. She married Edward T. Bailey. Sherry enjoyed doing crafts. Her passion was tending to her flowers. Sherry was very gifted playing the piano and loved to sing. Survivors include her mother Goldie Saltsman. Her husband Ed and their daughter Jennifer Bailey of Salineville. Two sisters

Richard “Dick” Stertzbach, 81, of Carrollton, passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2024 in Haines City Florida. Born on Jan. 18, 1943, in Stark County, Ohio, he was a son of the late Harold Edward and Dorothy Dean (Douglas) Stertzbach, Sr. Dick was a veteran of the United States Army Reserves which he enlisted in after graduating High School in 1961 and was a member of the 350th Evacuation Hospital Unit

Robert Emmett Gersna, 76, of Sherrodsville, Ohio, passed away suddenly Wednesday, March 13, 2024 in his home. “Bob” was born Sunday, March 30, 1947 to the late Emmett and Dorothy (Karam) Gersna in Canton, Ohio.  Bob was a devoted husband to his wife Faye (Hampton) Gersna, whom he married Feb. 20, 1981. She was referred by him as “A gift from God that appeared at the exact right time.” He

Ruth E. Hosack, 86, of Carrollton, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024, at Aultman Alliance Community Hospital. A daughter of the late Floyd A. and Nellie (Jolley) Ulman, she was born on January 13, 1938, in Augusta, Ohio. Throughout her life, Ruth attended Herrington-Bethel Church as well as Baxters Ridge Church.  She loved to read and cook for everyone in her family.  Ruth retired from the Postal Service as a mail

Robert “Bob” Westfall, 91, of Carrollton, passed away at home on Saturday, March 9, 2024 after a period of declining heart failure. Born on April 4, 1932 in Flintstone, Maryland, he was the son of the late Lon and Verdie (Harmon) Westfall. Bob was employed at Macombers as a welder for 25 years. He enjoyed the outdoors, spending his time hunting and fishing. You could often find him in his garden, tending

Shawn P. Green, 47, of Carrollton, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. He was born on March 26, 1976, in Canton, Ohio to Darlene (Green) Eidson. Throughout his life, Shawn enjoyed fishing, spending time outdoors, cooking out for family and friends, and singing.  He will be remembered for his love for telling jokes and his infectious laughter.  Shawn had the biggest heart, always giving generously to those

Ethel “Ruth” Ford, mother extraordinaire, died Sunday, March 3, 2024, exactly one month short of her 100th birthday. She was born on April 3, 1924, in Latrobe, PA, the daughter of Joseph A. and Ethel (Hopkinson) Greaves, who had both emigrated from England, ultimately settling in Scio, OH. She graduated from Jewett High School in 1942. In December of that year, she married Lloyd Kenneth “Kenny” Ford of Minerva, OH, before

  John D. Douglass passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 3rd 2024, in Malvern, Ohio. He was born to parents John I. Douglass Jr. and Marian Douglass (Myers) on October 5, 1962. John grew up with his brother Bob in Bunker Hill, Indiana.    After High School, John joined the Airforce where he served as a Staff Sargent for 10 years.  After an honorable discharge, he moved to Southwest Florida where he had a long career