Obituaries

Carol Jean Willison

Carol Jean Willison

Jul 11, 2023

Carol Jean Willison, age 78 of Kensington, passed away at her home on Tuesday, July 11, 2023. Carol was born in Minerva, Ohio on May 12, 1945 to Lawrence and Victoria (Golley) Kirven.

She was a housekeeper at Blossom Nursing Home in Salem. She also was a homemaker.

Those to cherish her memories are her...

Rita Angela Smith

Rita Angela Smith

Jul 1, 2023

Rita Angela Smith, age 70 of Louisville, passed away at her home on Saturday, July 1, 2023. Rita was born in Canton, Ohio on March 11, 1953 to Patsy and Tina (DiPede) Recchio. Rita worked for the Aultman Health Foundation for 40 years. The love of her life were her grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. To cherish her precious memories...

Rev. Bige Lawrence Combs Sr.

Rev. Bige Lawrence Combs Sr.

Jun 25, 2023

Bige Lawrence Combs Sr, age 87 of East Rochester, passed away at on Sunday, June 25, 2023 at his home. Bige was born in Cleveland, Ohio on May 11, 1936 to Bige and Dorothy Combs.

Bige worked for 36 years at Baily Controls in Wickliffe. In his late years, he served as a Methodist pastor in Mt....

Dallas Ray Cottrell

Dallas Ray Cottrell

Jun 8, 2023

Dallas Ray Cottrell, age 91 of Deerfield, passed away at UH Portage Medical Center on Thursday, June 8, 2023. Dallas was born in Stinson, West Virginia on January 2, 1932 to Otmer and Lovie (Matheney) Cottrell. Dallas was a member of the Deerfield Friends Church. He served in the US Navy during the Korean War and was a member...

Jackie Lee Mowrer

Jackie Lee Mowrer

Jun 8, 2023

Jackie Lee Mowrer, age 66 of Malvern, passed away at Mercy Medical Center on Thursday, June 8, 2023. Jack was born in Olney, Illinois on March 23, 1957 to Marjorie Ann (Tucker) and the late Donald Leon Mowrer. In his younger days Jack was associated with the Baptist Church. True to his name, Jack was a "jack of all...

Wilda Elizabeth Stone

Wilda Elizabeth Stone

Jun 1, 2023

Wilda Elizabeth Stone, age 77 of Minerva, passed away at Minerva Healthcare and Rehabilitation on Thursday, June 1, 2023.  Wilda was born in East Rochester, Ohio on February 7, 1946 to the late Earl Joshua and Maeabell Blossom (McGrew) Fitzsimmons.

Wilda graduated from Minerva High School in 1964.  She married Garry Stone in 1964 and was married...

Lois Irene Newell

Lois Irene Newell

Jun 1, 2023

Lois Irene Newell, age 96 of Carrollton, passed away at Aultman Compassionate Care Center on Thursday, June 1, 2023. Lois was born in Malvern, Ohio on August 12, 1926 to Jacob R and Carrie J (Kirkpatrick) Wadsworth.

Lois and her siblings grew up on the Great Trail Buffalo Farm in Malvern. She graduated from Malvern High School...

Martha Lou Becker

Martha Lou Becker

May 9, 2023

Martha Lou Becker, age 83 of Homeworth, passed away at Canterbury Villa of Alliance on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. Martha was born in Cadiz, Ohio on February 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...

Roberta Ann Kanith

Roberta Ann Kanith

May 2, 2023

Roberta "Robin" Ann Kanith, age 69 of Malvern, passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 2, 2023. Robin was born in Rochester, Pennsylvania on October 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...

Richard Tynewith Davis Jr

Richard Tynewith Davis Jr

Apr 29, 2023

Richard Tynewith Davis Jr., age 69 of Massillon, passed away at Rose Lane Nursing & Rehabilitation on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Richard was born in Canton, Ohio on September 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...

Debra Jean Sabatin

Debra Jean Sabatin

Apr 29, 2023

Debra Jean Sabatin, age 67 of Canton, passed away at her home on Saturday, April 29, 2023. Debra was born in Akron, Ohio on August 13, 1955 to Louis Sr. and Betty J (Dodge) Gribble. Debra was a member of the McKinley Eagle and the Sons of Herman Debra is survived by three sisters: Brenda (Bill) Carter of Somerdale,...

Eugene Earl Coleman

Eugene Earl Coleman

Apr 13, 2023

Eugene Earl Coleman, age 73 of Malvern, passed away at his residence on Thursday, April 13, 2023. Eugene was born in Canton, Ohio on January 30, 1950 to Earl and Celia (Berkebile) Coleman. Eugene retired from the Timken Company. He enjoyed baseball, watching sports, and tinkering in the garage. Eugene is survived by his wife of 33 years, Stephanie...

Mark Anthony Brahler

Mark Anthony Brahler

Apr 11, 2023

Mark Anthony Brahler, age 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...

Taylor Berlin Trammell

Taylor Berlin Trammell

Apr 1, 2023

Taylor Berlin Trammell, age 30 of Canton, passed away at Alliance Community Hospital on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Taylor was born in Akron, Ohio on June 8, 1992, to Renee Maye-Trammell and Rickey Trammell Sr. who survive him.

Taylor had a really good sense of humor. He enjoyed making people laugh. He had a flair for the...

Virginia Mae Johnson

Virginia Mae Johnson

Mar 30, 2023

Virginia Mae Johnson, age 94, of Carrollton, passed away at Senior Suites at Century Farm on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Virginia was born in Akron, Ohio on August 13, 1928, to Samuel Dane and Mary Caroline (Galleher) Pritts.

Virginia attended the Great Trail Community Church of God. She was passionate about watching NASCAR. She enjoyed the Dallas...

Patricia Ann Mingus

Patricia Ann Mingus

Mar 27, 2023

Patricia Ann Mingus, age 80 of Canton, passed away at Altercare of Nobles Pond on Monday, March 27, 2023. Patricia was born in Minerva, Ohio on June 5, 1942 to Harley and Florence (Thompson) Wisenbarger.

She retired as a housekeeping coordinator for Aultman Hospital. She was a devoted mother who was involved in the lives of her...

Nancy Marie Hazen

Nancy Marie Hazen

Mar 18, 2023

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...

Christina Marie Baker

Christina Marie Baker

Feb 21, 2023

Christina Marie Baker, age 54 of East Rochester, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Christina was born in Canton, Ohio on November 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...

Kenneth Lee Earley

Kenneth Lee Earley

Feb 19, 2023

Kenneth Lee Earley, age 51 of Minerva, passed away at his residence on Sunday, February 19, 2023. Kenneth was born in Alliance, Ohio on November 8, 1971 to Rebecca S (Delaney) DeLane and the late Ronald Lee Earley. Kenneth is survived by his mother, Rebecca S DeLane, of Minerva; two sisters: Robin Bowers of Stuart FL and Deborah Earley...

Rose Marie Mathews

Rose Marie Mathews

Jan 23, 2023

Rose Marie Mathews, age 96 of Minerva, passed away at Laurels of Massillon on Monday, January 23, 2023. Rose was born in Minerva, Ohio on March 31, 1926 to Berry and Massaleaner (Simpson) Powell.

Rose was a member of the Minerva United Methodist Church. She worked for the post office. She loved cats.

Rose is...

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