Category: Obituaries

Judy Ann Bryan, 83, of Minerva, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Monday, Nov. 21, 2022.  Judy was born in Canton, Ohio on Jan. 12, 1939, to Clarence and Betty (Sears) Palmer. Judy was of the Nazarene faith and had attended the Nazarene Church of Carrollton. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and puzzle books.Judy is survived by her husband of many years, Stewart Bryan Sr. of Minerva; two sons:

Carol E. Saltsman, 87, of Carrollton, passed away at her residence at Centerville Village on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. She was born on March 11, 1935, in Lansing, MI to the late L. Leroy and Ruth (Poindexter) Chenoweth. Following graduation as valedictorian from Lansing Eastern High School in 1953, Saltsman attended the Ohio State University and graduated with a degree in Home Economics and was certified as a Registered Dietitian. She

Judith Carol Saeger, 78, of Minerva, passed away at Arbors at Minerva on Thursday, November 10, 2022. Judith was born in Alliance, Ohio on Dec. 27, 1943, to Hubert and Genevieve (Sexton) Bryan.Judith attended Lighthouse Church of the Nazarene. She enjoyed reading books and knitting. She enjoyed the outdoors. She fed the deer, birds, and squirrels. She also enjoyed gardening. She loved to camp and traveled all over America. She also loved to eat out. She had

Jeanine Francoise Moody, 94, of Carrollton, passed away November 6, 2022, at the Carroll Healthcare Center due to prolonged health issues. Jeanine was born on Feb 11, 1928, in Paris, France, to the late Germain and Jeanne Marie Louise Eugenia (Moreau) Dulac. Over a period of time, she worked at the Al’s Shopping Center in the meat room, and at the Free Press Standard, and finally before retiring, she worked

Cathy “Sis” Nign, age 72, passed from this life on Nov 5, 2022, following a brief but hard-fought illness; she was surrounded by family, friends, and their lingering words of gratitude, memories, and unending love. Sis was born on Sept 14, 1950, in Leesville, Ohio, where she was raised and grew to adulthood in the same family home. She was a 1968 graduate of Conotton Valley High School, and married

Frederick William Wilson, 93, of Malvern, passed away at Carroll Golden Age Retreat/County Home on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022.   Frederick was born in Alliance, Ohio on January 5, 1929, to Leslie and Nellie (Frederick) Wilson. Frederick drove the van for the Minerva Senior Center. He enjoyed camping and was a member of the Fireside Sams Camping Group. He was member of the Masons – Augusta 504 and a Scottish Rite. He was

Charles “Charlie” R. Beverly, 34, of Salineville, passed away in his home on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022. He was born on Nov. 5, 1987, in Canton, Ohio to Charles Beverly and Lisa Wellon. Charlie graduated from Southern Local in 2006 and was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 18 Union and worked for Jefferson Material for over seven years. He loved to ride his Jeep Wrangler, ATV’s and getting muddy. He

John D. Dewell, Sr, of Perrysville, formerly of Dewell Rd., Scio died Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022 in Baggs, Montana.  He was a son of the late Jacob Dewell Sr. and Charlotte Williams Dewell. He arrived on this earth on April 19 1935 on his grandfather, W. E. Dewell’s, farm near Hibbets, Harrison Twp, Carroll Co, OH. He and his little brother Jacob Duane Dewell, Jr. enjoyed life on the family

Synda D. Haag, 60, of Carrollton, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022.  She was born to the late Samuel D. and Ruth O. Glasure. Her passion was landscaping and working with her flowers. She married Richard A. Haag on March 28, 1997. Survivors are her husband Rick A. Haag of Carrollton. One son Ryan (Kayla) Glasure of Dennison. Siblings Shawn (Denise) Glasure of Harlem Springs. One grandson Leo Downey.

Funeral services are scheduled Thursday, Oct. 27, for the 16-year-old Minerva cross country runner who died in a tragic accident Oct. 22 at the district cross country meet at Cambridge. Owen Matthew Grubb, the son of Jeff and Devin (Grubb) Arnoto, died in Akron Children’s Hospital Oct. 22 where he was flown by medical helicopter after being treated at Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center.  The service will be held in

Mary Ann Campitelli, 79, of Malvern, passed away at Mercy Medical Center on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022.  Mary Ann was born in Massillon, OH on Oct. 22, 1942, to Frank and Anna (Smer) Sabatin. Mary Ann enjoyed golfing, bowling, dancing, and traveling. Mary Ann is survived by two sons: Richard Jr (Laurie) of Athens, and Frank (Debrae Barensfeld) of Medina; a grandson, Owen; a brother Ken (Kathi) Sabatin of Minerva;

Alberta M. Nichols, 82, of Carrollton passed away Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. She was born in Carroll County Jan. 22, 1940, to the late Ray and Bertha Carr. Alberta graduated from Conotton Valley H.S. in 1957. She married Jerry Lee Nichols on June 5, 1959. Jerry passed away on Dec. 12, 2009. after they celebrated 50 years of marriage. Alberta was assistant vice president of the Citizens Banking Company. After

Willie Leonard Brown departed this earthly life on Oct. 5, 2022, in Canton, OH at the age of 79.   Willie was born to the late John and Florence (Parker) Brown on June 22, 1943, in Malvern, OH. Willie enjoyed many things in life such as riding his bike through town, spending time with friends at the West End Inn and throughout the Malvern Community. Willie loved the Malvern Hornets, Cleveland Indians, Cavaliers,

Lois Hilliard, 92, of Carrollton, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the Carroll Golden Age Retreat in Carrollton, Ohio. A daughter of the late Earl J. and Ethel F. (Walters) Mandley, she was born on Jan. 17, 1930, in Minerva, Ohio. Lois was a resident of Carrollton for over 70 years, graduating from Carrollton High School.  She retired from the Carroll Healthcare Center as an LPN.  Lois was an avid

Walter B. Shaver, 93, of Carrollton, passed away Saturday morning Oct. 1, 2022 with his family by his side. A son of the late Walter B. and Lottie Felton Shaver, he was born Dec. 24, 1928, in Rowlesburg, West Virginia. During the Korean War, Walter served in the Army as a tank operator. Following his discharge from the Army he worked in Alaska as a coal miner for two years.

David Johnson “Homer”, 70, of Carrollton, passed away while fishing at their camper in southern Ohio. Dave was born in Gauley Bridge, W.Va, son of the late William and Helen Simono Johnson. Dave retired due to declining health in 2015 after owning and operating Johnson’s Drywall for 40 years. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Karen Dowdell Johnson “Gracie”; along with sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, extended family,

Tammy Elizabeth Lewis, 53, of Canton died Sept. 24 in her home. She was born Aug. 20, 1969, to the late Linda (McLean) Lewis and Larry D. Lewis. She grew up in the Carrollton and graduated from Carrollton High School. After graduation she moved to the Malvern area and recently moved to Canton. Survivors include her daughter, Whitney Hartshorne of Canton; a son, Hayden Miller of East Canton; and several

Joseph Ellison Schier, 73, of Carrollton, Ohio passed away following a brief illness on Sept. 25, 2022, with his family by his side. He was born in Chesterfield, SC to Harry and Myrtle Schier on Aug. 1, 1949. After graduating from Chesterfield High School, he moved to Ohio in 1967. Joe enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1968 and served as a Military Police Officer in Vietnam, earning several commendations and campaign

Dale R. Williams, sheriff of Carroll County, loving husband, and father of two children, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. He was 74. Dale was born on August 22, 1948, the second of twins, and lived his entire life in Carroll County. He graduated from Carrollton High School in 1966 and began his career in law enforcement in 1969 as a dispatcher for then Carroll County Sheriff Dean Yeager.

Rita Ann Mehrman, 78, of East Canton, passed away at Mercy Medical Center on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022.   Rita was born in Bellevue, Ohio on October 13, 1943 to Russell and Vivian (Frost) Keller.   Rita loved to travel and taking care of her family.  Rita is survived by three daughters:  Tamara (Todd) Lama of East Canton, Robin (Jeff) Boone of Waynesburg, and Tonya (Steve) Hoiland of Massillon; 11 grandchildren; 37

Lorrie L. Kaltenbaugh, 50, of Strasburg, formerly of Carrollton, passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2022 in her home. A daughter of Robert and Shirley (Davis) Hendrix, she was born on Aug. 24, 1972, in Canton, Ohio.  Lorrie worked at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital for eleven years as a Medical Assistant.  She loved having fun and traveling, especially to the ocean. Above all, she loved her family and spending time with them,

Alfred Joseph Burford, 94, died Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022.  He was born in Malvern, Ohio on May 15, 1928, to Earl and Gladys (Norris) Burford.  Joe graduated from Malvern High School. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. After discharge from the Navy, Joe and his wife moved to Charlottesville where he attended UVA, earning a BS in Electronical Engineering. Joe worked at Sperry, NRAO, and FSTC in Charlottesville. He was

Earl J. Ledford, 96, a longtime Dellroy, Ohio resident, died Monday evening, Sept. 19, 2022.  He was a jack of all trades, a Christmas light connoisseur, a master at the two-finger wave, he never met a stranger, and his smile would light up a room. A self-taught electrician, carpenter, and plumber there truly was nothing he could not do. If you had the pleasure of sitting with him on his

Charles Alan Morckel, age 63 of East Rochester, passed away at Aultman Health Foundation on Sunday, September 18, 2022.  Charles was born in Alliance, Ohio on August 25, 1959 to David O. Morckel and the late Mary (Walters) Hartshorne. Charles was a truck driver.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.Charles is survived by three daughters:  Jessica (Arsell) Allen of East Rochester, Felicia Morckel of Salem, and Danielle Gandee of Salem; two

Ethel Marie Espasandin, 91, of Malvern, passed away at Aultman Compassionate Care Center on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022.   Ethel was born in Yorkville, Ohio on February 1, 1931 to George and Elizabeth (Walengisky) Atsalis.   Ethel enjoyed fishing, bingo, and camping. She and her husband traveled across the United States three times and across Canada once.  She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Ethel is survived by her husband

Wilbur W. Griffith age 72 of Salineville passed away Friday, Sept. 16, 2022. He was born Sept. 17, 1949, to the late Wilbur and Floris Griffith.  He joined the Army where he was stationed in Germany, where he earned the National Defense Medal. Wilbur loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed doing mechanical work. In his spare time, he listened to old country music, attended flea markets and watched

Kenneth C. Shick, Sr., 87, of Paris, died Friday, Sept. 16, 2022, in Aultman Hospital.  He was born June 23, 1935, in New Salem, PA, to Harris and Mildred (Kline) Shick. He was raised in New Salem, New Bethlehem and Dayton, PA and graduated from Dayton, PA High School in 1953.  In the 60’s, he and his family moved to Ohio to continue his career in the car business. He

Dustin J. Teeters, 33, passed away suddenly Sept. 16, 2022. He was born Sept.17, 1988, to David and Melanie Teeters.  Dustin enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served his country in Afghanistan. He will be remembered for his passion for life, his love of motorcycles and music, and his solid faith in Jesus Christ, which helped to lead many friends and family to come to know the Lord. His

Connie Jo Butterfield, age 53 of Minerva, passed away at on Friday, Sept. 16, 2022.  Connie was born in Canton April 11, 1969, to Joyce (Croston) Newman and the late Dennis Newman. Connie enjoyed singing and playing the piano.  She worked as a beautician and nail technician at Salon Revive in Minerva and was a member of New Covenant Church under Pastor Ron Mayle. Connie is survived by her mother,

Thomas Cecil Garrison II, 38, of Scio, passed away from an apparent reaction to a bee sting, at 5:45 p.m. Tuesday, Aug.30, 2022, in the Emergency Room of Trinity Twin City Hospital in Dennison. He was born Oct. 8, 1983, in Alliance, son of Thomas Cecil Garrison Jr. and Andrea (Brewster) (fka Garrison) Bable. Although Thomas was born in Alliance, he spent most of his time in Scio and surrounding

Alice Rutledge Poplin, 66, of Carrollton, passed away Sunday afternoon Aug. 14, 2022, at Aultman Hospital in Canton following a brief illness. Born Dec. 6, 1955, in Canton, she was a daughter of the late R. Herb and Pat Eick Rutledge.  Alice was a 1974 graduate of Carrollton High School. After graduation she went on to earn her degree in Family and Consumer Sciences from The Ohio State University in 1978,

Ellen Mary Kump, 98, of Minerva, passed away at her home Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022.  Born Sept. 26, 1923, in Limaville, OH, she was a daughter to Walter Earl and Estella Scyrmantha (Freshly) Bedford. Ellen Mary was a member of Minerva United Methodist Church. She worked a total of 45 years as a nurse with most of those years at the Alliance City Hospital. She also worked at the Minerva

Patricia E. Moyer (Pat), 80, of East Canton passed away peacefully with her family by her side Aug. 13, 2022.  Born May 3, 1942, she was the daughter of William and Lucille Schrecengost. Pat loved life, her family, friends and her grandchildren. She loved to camp, fish, hunt, play cards and embroidery, just to mention a few. Family and many friends will miss her baking, especially her homemade bread and