Category: Obituaries

Lyle A. Babe, 76, of Carrollton, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023 at Mercy Hospital in Canton, Ohio. A son of the late Harold E. and Gertrude Mae (Carney) Babe, he was born on June 13, 1946 in Charleston, West Virginia. Lyle worked in the oil fields for many years, and after retiring, he enjoyed driving for the Amish community.  He loved collecting old vehicles and fixing them up, as

Vina M. Smith, 89, of Carrollton passed away on Friday Feb. 17, 2023. She was born in Perry Twp. on May 27, 1933, to the late Samuel and Anna Arnold. Her husband Edgar Smith died in 1985. Vina was a member of the North Suburban Church of Christ in Carrollton. Vina retired from the Carroll County Golden Age Retreat in 1995. She was a foster grandparent to many children over

David Eugene Crum, 64, of Kensington, died Wednesday morning, Feb. 8, 2023, at Salem Regional Medical Center. He was born on March 11, 1958, in Alliance, Ohio, son of the late Melvin and Tiney (Garnes) Crum. David was a retired truck driver with many friends. He loved to ride his motorcycle and he loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. David is survived by his wife, Kathy (Vasko) Crum whom he

Lyle A. Babe, 76, of Carrollton, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023 at Mercy Hospital in Canton, Ohio. A son of the late Harold E. and Gertrude Mae (Carney) Babe, he was born on June 13, 1946 in Charleston, West Virginia. Lyle worked in the oil fields for many years, and after retiring, he enjoyed driving for the Amish community.  He loved collecting old vehicles and fixing them up, as

Elmer Moody “Jake” Palmer, 81 of Kilgore, died Feb. 10, 2023, in his home surrounded by his family. Born Nov. 18, 1941, in Lee Twp., Carroll County, he was the son of the late Wallace George and Laura Jane (Shepherd) Palmer. He was a 1959 graduate of Carrollton High School and attended welding school at Weirton Steel. Elmer chose to return to the family farm in Loudon Twp. where he

Robert L. “Bob” Eckley, 91, passed from this life on Feb. 8, 2023.  Bob was born on the family farm on Aug. 11, 1931, and was a lifelong resident of Carroll County, spending the majority of his life farming the family farm, which his grandfather purchased in 1905.  On March 18, 1959, he married Sandra Capper.  Bob is survived by one son, Russell Eckley of the home, who is the

Bertha E. Gotschall, 99, from Carrollton, Ohio went to be with the lord she served. She was born on June 23, 1923, to Harry and Pearl (Sheppard) Nape.  Bertha married Lester L. Gotschall on October 01, 1943, and he passed away on Sept. 7, 2002. During W.W. ll she was employed at Hercules to help with the war efforts. She retired from T.R.W after 20 years. At 92 she retired

Angela D. Wisman, 48, of  Sherrodsville, Ohio, died peacefully Saturday afternoon, Feb. 4, 2023 at the Community Hospice Truman House at New Philadelphia, Ohio surrounded by her loving family. She was born Dec.16, 1974, in Canton, Ohio and was the daughter of Mark Steven Bratka of Bowerston, OH and the late Belinda Gay (Loudermilk) Johns. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her step-father, Vern Johns, maternal

Robert Joseph Whaley, 85, of Carrollton, went home to be with the Lord, Friday, February 3, 2023 in Carroll Healthcare. He was born February 6, 1937 in Steubenville, OH to the late Ellsworth Whaley and Ruby (Stoneking) Weekly. He retired from Davey Tree, a US Air Force Veteran, and loved to garden, hunt and fish. He is also a member of the North Suburban Church of Christ. He is survived

Richard “Dick” W. Ricer, 79, of Harlem Springs, went to be home with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 31, 2023. A son of the late Raymond and M. Isabelle (Stucky) Ricer, he was born on September 17, 1943, in Dover, Ohio. During his life, Dick was a member of the Harsh Memorial United Methodist Church, and also attended Kilgore United Methodist Church.  He was a member of the

David W. “Oakie” Oakes, 69, died Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023, in the Hennis Healthcare Centre in Dover, Ohio.  Formerly of Carrollton, he was born Dec. 10, 1953, in Canton, OH to the late Reginald and Ruth (Reed) Oakes. Grandparents were Frank and Sarah Oakes and Frank and Rhoda Reed. He was a 1972 graduate Perry High School in Massillon. He spent many happy hours at the University of Akron where he was

Kenneth Leggett, 86, of Carrollton passed away Friday, January 27, 2023, in the Carroll Golden Age Retreat after a short illness.  He was born in Perry Township June 17, 1936, the son of the late Charles and Eva (Gotschall) Leggett. Kenny retired from L.C.P. Plastics in Carrollton and was a farmer most of his life. Pony pulling and coon hunting with his brother were his passion. Preceeding him in death

Frances Louise Shotwell Mahmoud, 81, of Carrollton, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 26, 2023 at Amberwood Manor in New Philadelphia, Ohio. She was born on Dec. 7, 1941, in Canton, Ohio, to Byron “Shottie” and Mary Isabel Long Shotwell.   After graduating from high school, Frances attended Milligan University and graduated from there in 1963. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education from Kent State in 1970. She taught Kindergarten and 1st grade in

James D. Cramblett Jr., 84, of Carrollton, passed away Wednesday evening Jan. 25, 2023, at the Carrollton Golden Age Retreat. A son of the late James D. Sr. and Kathryn Albright Cramblett, he was born July 1, 1938, in Dennison, Ohio. Jim operated Cramblett Trucking since he was 18 years old. He was a life long member of New Harrisburg Presbyterian Church, a member of Carroll Masonic Lodge #124 and

Amy Laura See, 53, passed away at her residence in Williston, OH,  following a short illness Thursday January 19th, 2023. She was born August 6th, 1969, in Marietta, OH and has lived in Williston for the last 10 years. She enjoyed dancing, running track in the special Olympics programs, and above all, her music. She always had a ready smile, and appreciated a good ribbing from her many siblings. She

Marta Maria Long, 74, of Mechanicstown, passed away at Mercy Medical Center on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023.   Marta was born in Brownsville, Texas on Jan. 16, 1949. She was raised in Harlem Springs along with her three siblings, Ray, Alicia and Rick, by their parents Canuto and Eleanor (McAfoose) Ramirez. Marta is preceded in death by her parents and her two brothers. Marta married her husband Robert M. Long from Mechanicstown

Kylee Lynn Grimwood, 20, of East Liverpool, passed away on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023. Kylee was born in Canton, Ohio on January 29, 2002 to Terry Grimwood and Jayme (McQueen) Grimwood.   Kylee enjoyed swimming and hanging out with friends. Kylee is survived by her father, Terry (Carrie King) Grimwood of West Middlesex, PA; her mother, Jayme (fiance Randy Bryd) Grimwood of Alliance; her son, Waelyn Grimwood; her brothers: Kadyn Grimwood

Ethel L. Crimm Wright Paxton, of Scio, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2023, in the Carroll County Golden Age Retreat, five days before her 96th birthday.  Born Jan. 22, 1927, at Station Fifteen, she was the daughter of the late Willard Raymond Crimm and Patti Levinia Liggett Crimm. She graduated from Scio High School in 1944 and worked at the Scio Pottery for over 40 years. Ethel attended the Scio

John E. Morrow, 60, formerly of Carrollton and Alliance, passed away Jan. 12, 2023, at Catawba Valley Medical Center in Hickory, NC. John was born July 25, 1962, in Canton to the late Eugene “Gene” and Sally Morrow. He graduated from Carrollton High School and Buckeye Career Center in 1980. He enjoyed working, he was a provider, that’s the man he was.  John was part of the Boy Scouts organization

Nancy C. Grimes Hendricks, 93, of Perrysville passed away Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023 at Carroll County Golden Age Retreat surrounded by her loving family. Born April 18, 1929 in Newcomerstown she was a daughter of the late Thomas Grimes and Veva Milhorn Grimes. Nancy was a hard working farm girl all of her life. When she was barely a teenager she took over most of the farm work when all of

Michael James “Hubba” Maney, 57, of Dellroy, Ohio, died early Monday morning, Jan. 9, 2023 in the Aultman Hospital at Canton, Ohio following a five-week illness. He was born Sept. 16, 1965, in Laredo, Texas, and was the son of the late James David and Margaret Ann “Peg” (Mackey) Maney. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an aunt, Martha Hutson. He was employed at Crown Cork and Seal

Robert “Bob” J. Gundrum, 87, of Carrollton, passed away on Monday, January 2, 2023 at Mercy Medical Center in Canton. A son of the late Benedict and Grace MacCarrol Gundrum, he was born on April 11, 1935 in Steubenville, Ohio. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1951 until his retirement from the 911AF base in Pittsburgh, as a Master Sergeant from the U.S. Air

Hoy E. “Gene” Moyer, 86, of Bowerston, Ohio, died Tuesday morning, Dec. 27, 2022 in the Carroll Golden Age Retreat at Carrollton. He was born May 1, 1936 in Dellroy, Ohio and was the son of the late Hoy and Irene (McCartney) Moyer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Pat Moyer. He retired after 27 years of services as a billing clerk for

Frank D. Mapes, 84, of Carrollton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022 at his home. He was born in Port Author, Texas, on May 13, 1938, to the late Orval and Alpha (Todd) Mapes. Throughout his life, Frank was an avid woodworker, making many things including toys and angel sculptures, one of which was donated to and is on display at the Akron Children’s Hospital.   Frank is survived

Cynthia D. Kuhns, 68, of Carrollton, passed away Tuesday evening Dec. 13, 2022, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center in Canton.  A daughter of the late Malcolm and Nancy Coleman Elliott, she was born March 4, 1954, in Aberdeen, Maryland.  She is survived by a daughter, Tisha (Todd) Rainsberg; four grandchildren, Rebekah (Corey) Schaffner, Elizabeth (Paul Faulkner) Rainsberg, Abigail Rainsberg, Tzak Rainsberg; three great grandchildren, Harlynn Faulkner, Kashton Faulkner, Ryder

Barbara Lou Taylor, 96, of Malvern, passed away at Minerva Health Care & Rehabilitation on Sunday, December 25, 2022. Barbara was born in Columbus, Ohio, on Dec. 30, 1925, to Karl and Margaret (Fichleman) Perdue. Barbara was a 1944 graduate of Lincoln High School which was the 2nd graduating class for that high school. She loved to quilt and had many award winning quilts.   Barbara is survived by a son, Dave Taylor of

Howard K. Seith, Jr. (Butch) passed away Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. He was born July 1, 1942, in New Philadelphia to his parents, the late Howard K. Sr. and June E. Seith, and raised in Carroll County.  He graduated from Conotton Valley High School in 1960, attended Ohio State University, and served 3 years in the Army as an MP in Germany. Being an avid golfer and lover of warm weather,

Margaret C. Garrett, 73, of Carrollton, passed away in her home on Sunday, December 18, 2022. A daughter of the late Eli H. and Hazel (Clark) Riggle, she was born on January 28, 1949 in Canton, Ohio. Throughout her lifetime, Margaret enjoyed doing cross stitch and was an avid reader.  She loved to go fishing with her husband Darrell and helped raise a variety of animals on their family farm in

Melanie A. Wartluft, 53, of Mechanicstown, passed away Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022. She was born Jan. 15, 1969, in Salem to Ray and Nancy Ketchum and graduated from Carrollton High School. She enjoyed making crafts by knitting, crocheting and making quilts. Her passion was her family and doing activities with them. Melanie will be remembered as a person who never met a stranger. She married Gary Wayne Wartluft Jr. June

Betty F. Bick, 88, of Kilgore, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, at the Inn at Northwood Village in Dover, Ohio. A daughter of the late Leland and Sylvia (Miller) Morgan, she was born on Feb. 6, 1934, in Northfield, Ohio. During her life, Betty was a member of the Kilgore United Methodist Church. She worked for many years as a waitress, and later as a baker at Al’s Bakery,

Joy Elaine Craig Beckley, 78, of Carrollton, OH, went home to be with the Lord, after a short illness, on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Iredell Memorial Hospital, in Statesville, NC, which was her winter home. She was born July 27, 1944, in Salem, to the late William H. Craig and Neva M. Baird Craig. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Charles

Donald Hugh “Pete” Slates went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.  He was the son of the late Robert and Josephine “Jo” (Wile) Slates of Kilgore.  He is preceded in death by his wife, Bernice (Riegle) Slates of 61 years;  sisters Audrey “Jake” Bendle and Janet McEntire; brother, Paul Slates; and grandson Brian Slates.  He is survived by a son, Robert

Leslie Erhardt Lightfoot, 96, of Minerva, passed away at Arbors at Minerva on Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022.  Leslie was born in Washington, Pennsylvania on May 25, 1926 to George and Elizabeth (Lang) Lightfoot.Leslie served in the Army during WWII. He was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Disabled American Veterans, and the American Legion Post #375. He was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

Frederick Hamilton, 82, of Carrollton, passed away in his home on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022. A son of the late Lee and Helen (Hauber) Hamilton, he was born on Oct. 14, 1940, in Martins Ferry, Ohio. Fred attended Jewett High School and was an Antique Dealer throughout his life. He is survived by two brothers, Frank (Patty) and Bob Hamilton, and numerous nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, Frank

Susan Ellen Grover died Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, at the age of 75.  She was born on Nov. 7, 1947, in Dover, Ohio to Richard and Martha Grimm. She graduated from Conotton Valley High School in 1965 and from Cleveland State University in 1967. Susan married her husband Glen Grover on Oct. 7, 1967, and they were married for over 55 years. Susan was well known in the community as

Ronald Cliffton Deeter, 84 of Malvern, passed away at his residence on Sunday, November 27, 2022.   Ronald was born in Franklin, Pennsylvania on Dec. 8, 1937, to Cliffton M. and Beulah V. (Robbins) Deeter.   Ronald was a kind soul who loved his family and friends, especially his grandchildren who brought him such joy.  He loved to tell stories and offer advice in his kind warm manner.  Ronald graduated from Fenn