Category: Obituaries

Ronald Baker, 76, a resident of Carrollton, Ohio, died early Wednesday morning, May 10, 2023 in The Arbors at Minerva. He was born January 12, 1947 in Arjay, Kentucky and was the son of the late Joe L.  and Louise (Sanders) Baker.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers Donald “Duke” Baker, Larry Baker, and Darrell Baker. Ronnie spent his life driving truck and

Martha Jeannette (Vollrath) Jones, 88, a longtime resident of Carrollton, OH, and recently of Katy, Texas, passed away Sunday evening,  May 7, 2023, in her daughter’s home attended to by her daughters and family. She was born on October 2, 1934 in Bucyrus, Ohio, the daughter of the late Leo George Vollrath and Gertrude Irene (Lare) Vollrath. Her husband, Lester E. Jones, whom she married Nov. 14, 1953, passed away

Daun C. Lawson, 82 of Campbellton, Florida formerly of Jefferson County, Ohio, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023. Mr. Lawson was born in Toronto, Ohio on May 29, 1941, to the late Clyde and Lucille Everett Lawson. A graduate of Ohio State, Mr. Lawson retired from the Edison Local School District in Jefferson County, Ohio, where he taught for over 30 years. During his childhood years he loved any kind

William “Bill” Kovacik, 54, of Carrollton, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 8, 2023. Born Aug. 16, 1968, in Coshocton, Ohio, he was the son of Lorraine Hixenbaugh and the late Peter Kovacik. Bill was a member of the Carrollton Fraternal Order of Eagles.  He is survived by his mother, Lorraine (William) Tauzel of Carrollton. Visitation for Bill will be held Friday, May 12, 5-7 p.m. in Dodds Funeral Home of

Martha Lou Becker, 83, of Homeworth, passed away at Canterbury Villa of Alliance on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.  Martha was born in Cadiz, Ohio on Feb. 25, 1940, to John and Ruth (Liming) Cargill.   Martha worked as a cook in the West Branch Local School District. She played the piano for 70 years at area churches. She also played several other instruments including the dulcimer.  She enjoyed sewing, painting, and was a great

Ralph A. Whipkey, 55, of Mineral City, died Sunday, May 7, 2023 in the Cleveland Clinic.  He was born July 11, 1967, in Canton to the late Richard and Stella (Wendell) Whipkey. He was a multi-state licensed fire suppression inspector and installer and was a tree trimmer. He graduated from Carrollton High School in 1985 where he played percussion in the Carrollton High School Band through his high school years.

Charles G. Gotschall, 86, of Carrollton, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. He was born on Sept. 30, 1936, to Charles and Clara (Palmer) Gotschall in Harlem Springs, Ohio. Charles was constantly working. He loved to keep busy, building things, caring for his lawn and garden, and any other project that he could get his hands on. He owned his own business for many years and was

Roberta “Robin” Ann Kanith, 69, of Malvern, passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.Robin was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania on Oct. 10, 1953, to Everett and Marjorie (Postlethwait) Henderson.Robin enjoyed crossword puzzles and reading Stephen King and Harry Potter. She was a member of the V.F.W. and Eagles in Minerva and the Dante Club in Alliance.Robin is survived by a daughter, Stacy Headley of Malvern; a son, Russell

Jane L. Haun, 96, passed away Monday evening May 1, 2023 at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat. She was born Jan. 19, 1927. She has lived on a farm most of her life. She loved garden quilting with ladies of her church and baking every Saturday. She made strawberry jam so she could give it to her family and friends. She was known as the “Puzzle Queen of the Carroll

Richard Tynewith Davis Jr., 69, of Massillon, passed away at Rose Lane Nursing & Rehabilitation on Saturday, April 29, 2023.   Richard was born in Canton, Ohio on Sept. 29, 1953, to Richard Tynewith Sr. and Beatrice Alberta (Stitzel) Davis.  Richard loved motorcycling. He was an old movie buff and loved history. He was very family oriented and was a natural comedian. Richard is survived by his wife, Patty Davis of Massillon; three

Margaret (Eick) Roof, 83, of Carrollton, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023 at the Arbors at Minerva. Born on Nov. 10, 1939, in Canton, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late David and Gladys (Moffett) Eick. Margaret graduated from Carrollton High School in 1957. She enjoyed baking cookies and cakes, especially at Christmas. She loved spending time with her family and friends most of all. She is survived by her

Janey Maxine (Davis) Smith, 89, of Kilgore, passed away Tuesday morning April 25, 2023 at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat. Daughter of the late Raymond B. and Emma K. Kohler Davis, she was born April 17, 1934, in Kilgore at the family home. Janey was a 1952 graduate of Carrollton High School. She worked for 10 years at the former Surety Rubber. On July 6, 1960 she married James E.

Russell “Russ” “Jimmy” J. Clayton, 75, of Louisville, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at McKinley Healthcare Center in Canton, OH.  Born on January 9, 1948, in Canton, he was the son of the late Robert Cl. and Clara B. Clayton. Jimmy graduated from GlenOak High School and after joined the United States Army.  He proudly served his country in the Vietnam War, and worked as a strategic microwave

Richard A. Brunk Richard A. Brunk, 67, of Dover, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2023.  He was born Nov. 4, 1955, in Dover, a son of the late Calvin and June (Wood) Brunk, was raised in Mineral City. He had been a Dover resident for 30 years.  He was a 1974 graduate of Tusky Valley High School, and had been employed in shipping & receiving for Carter Lumber Co.  Rick

Eleanor K. Bake, 90, of Carrollton, passed away on Monday, April 17, 2023 at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat. She was born on July 16, 1932 to the late Lynyrd and Lydia (Dalpera) Genetin in Amsterdam, Ohio. Mom loved to cook, bake, plant flowers, work in the garden, dancing, and making people laugh.  She especially loved being with her grandkids. Eleanor is survived by her three sons, William S. Bake, Robert

Mark Anthony Brahler, 66, of Malvern, passed away at his residence surrounded by family on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.  Mark was born in Canton, Ohio on June 6, 1956, to the late Vernon and Margaret (Monter) Brahler.   Mark enjoyed driving Miata’s on winding roads, sailboats, and reading with a cup of coffee on the porch with family. Mark is survived by his wife of 37 years, Kim Brahler of Malvern;

Thomas A. Brown, 62, of Peninsula, passed away Friday, April 7, 2023, Born March 9, 1961, in Salem, OH, he was the son of the late Frank J. and Doris W. Brown. Tom graduated from Carrollton High School in 1979 and lived on their family farm for the first 28 years of his life.  He was a member of the Salineville Church of Christ. He was employed by Homer Laughlin

Charlotte L. Crowl, 91, of Carrollton, died Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023, at the Truman House in New Philadelphia after a short illness. She was born on April 29, 1932, in Winston-Salem, NC, to the late Ernest C. and Marry Boddie West. Charlotte is survived by her step-daughter, Wilda Webb; cousin, Helen (Charles) Leggett Candea, and dear friends Marsha Logan, Kris Kampfer, Vi Smith, and many others.  Preceding her in death,

John Lee Easterday, 83, of  Dover, Ohio, and a former Dellroy area resident, died early Wednesday morning, April 5, 2023, in the Aultman Hospital at Canton. He was born April 1, 1940, in Canton, Ohio and was the son of  the late John W. and Florence Rebecca (Beckley) Easterday. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by  a daughter, Kathie Warner, a brother, Robert Easterday, a sister and

William “Bill” Floyd Skinner, 65, of Carrollton passed away on March 31, 2023.  He was born on Jan. 7, 1958 to the late Floyd and Lorraine Skinner, Bill graduated from Carrollton High School.  Bill was the owner of Skinner Plumbing and Heating. He started working with his father when he was a teenager in the family business where he learned his trade. He was a member of the Church of

Clyde G. Campbell, 83, of Carrollton passed away on Wednesday March 29, 2023.  He was born on Dec. 05, 1939, in Martins Ferry Ohio to the late William and Mary Campbell. At three years old his family moved to Carrollton. Clyde graduated from Carrollton High School in 1957. He enlisted in the Army where he was a Specialist 5th Class 31 Sgt. Aviation Infantry and served in Germany.  Clyde worked

Nancy Marie Hazen, age 82 of Minerva, passed away at Arbors at Minerva on Saturday, March 18, 2023.  Nancy was born in Canton, Ohio on July 1, 1940 to Harry M Sr. and Nola N (McCullers) Brock.  Nancy enjoyed gardening and loved to farm.  She enjoyed watching nature and playing bingo.  She especially enjoyed spending time with the grandchildren and great-grandchildren and attending all of their sporting events. Nancy is

Linda Kay Anderson, 73, of Amsterdam, died unexpectedly of a heart attack Thursday, March 16, 2023. Linda was born in East Cleveland on Jan. 13, 1950. A graduate of Mount Union College, she made her home in the Ohio Valley after receiving a teaching job at John Gregg Elementary in Bergholz. There she met Thomas Anderson and they were married in 1972. She was an educator in the Edison Local

Kenneth Stinchcomb, 92, of Carrollton, Ohio passed away on March 13, 2023 surrounded by his family and loved ones. Kenneth grew up in East Canton, Ohio. He resided in Carrollton for the past 39 years with his wife, Carol, a town they loved and never left.  He was a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps and fought in the Korean War. He was Chief of police for Nimishillen Township for

Richard Roudebush, 92, of Harlem Springs, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at the Golden Age Retreat. He was born January 13, 1931 in Washington Township in Carroll County to Arthur and Marie Roudebush at their home. Richard graduated from Carrollton High School in 1949.  He married the love of his life of almost 70 years, Vera Noble on July 19,

Brandi Danae (Wilson) Phillips of Carrollton, Ohio went home to be with Jesus peacefully on Sunday, March 5, 2023, surrounded by her loving family after a short yet courageous battle with cancer.  Born to Bridget Cross and loved dearly by Lee Cross on Jan. 22, 1976, Brandi is now reunited with not only Lee but also her grandparents, Homer and Mary Flanigan of Mechanicstown, Ohio and Esther and Wesly Wilson

Jenny L. Knight, 97, of  Leesville, Ohio, died Monday afternoon, Feb. 27, 2023 in the Bowerston Hills Health and Rehabilitation Center.  Born Aug. 18, 1925, in Perrysville, Carroll County, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Alvin Vernon and Mary Frances (Gatschell) Stewart. Her first husband, Francis O. Nign died July 7, 1979, and her second husband John Harvey Knight, died Feb. 10, 1995. In addition to her parents and

Ronald “Big Daddy” R. Stone, 53, of East Springfield, passed away Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. Born on July 30, 1969, in Steubenville, he was the son of Ronald F. and Linda Wallace Stone. Ron proudly served his country in the United States Army and fought in the Persian Gulf War.  He was a member of the Amsterdam VFW, American Legion in Hopedale, and was

Janet Irene (Poulson) Mallarnee, 84, passed away on Feb. 24, 2023, at the family farm near Deersville after a 15-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Raymond Dale Mallarnee, and her children Kim (Rick) Coplin of Granville, Karen (John) Klaus of Granville, Karolyn (George) Fox of Northville, MI, and Kris (Liberty) Mallarnee of Carrollton, as well as 13 grandchildren.    Born to Bernice

Terrie E. Artzner, 75, of Malvern, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023, in the Gables of Canton.  She was born in Canton, to Fritz and Betty (McEldowney) Lange. She worked as the Office Manager at Dowell Dental in Carrollton and was a member of St Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Malvern where she was in the choir and CWC.  She is survived by her husband, Daniel Artzner whom she

Christina Marie Baker, 54, of East Rochester, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. Christina was born in Canton, Ohio on Nov. 26, 1968, to Elizabeth Hall and the late Walter Hall Sr. Christina was the former owner of Milligan’s Farms and the current owner of C&E Surplus and More. She loved her family and friends. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved being