Obituaries

Patty L. Zorger

Aug 31, 2024

Patty L. Zorger, age 73, passed away on August 31, 2024. 

She was born December 7, 1950 in Alliance to Orville and Florence (Ferguson) Unger. 

Patty graduated from Marlington High School in 1968. She worked for Sandcap before her marriage. She retired as a bus aide from Louisville City Schools. Patty was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...

Test Elizabeth Thomas

Aug 29, 2024

[title] Elizabeth Thomas, age 29, passed away on August 29, 2024.

Elizabeth was born in Canton, OH to Roy Teague and Sherry Teague. Elizabeth married Steven Thomas of [spouse_city_state] on [wedding_date] in [wedding_location].

She was preceded in death by [preceded_by].

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James Miller

Aug 26, 2024

James Miller, age 68, passed away on August 26, 2024. 

Jim was known for his big heart and gentle soul. He enjoyed classic cars, relaxing outside, gardening and spending time with loved ones.

He is survived by his siblings, Michelle Roden, Steve (Loretta) Carnahan, and Sue Carnahan; aunts, Marylou Toole and Sheila Carnahan; and many nieces, nephews and cousins

Jim was preceded in...

Lana Frederick Varga

Aug 25, 2024

Lana Frederick Varga, age 73, passed away on August 25, 2024. 

She was born on July 18, 1951, in Alliance, to Lewis and Lois (Emery) Frederick.

Lana graduated from Marlington High School in 1969. She did clerical work for Blue Cross and Blue Shield for several years, but her greatest joy came from working in the daycare field. Lana also served as...

James Terry Tolerton

Aug 24, 2024

James (Terry) Tolerton passed away at his home in Hilton Head, SC on Saturday August 24.

Terry was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years Judith Rennels Tolerton, father Robert I. Tolerton, mother Hazel Inman Tolerton and brothers Robert Tolerton and Joel Tolerton. Terry is survived by his three children Will Tolerton(Marci) of Breckenridge CO, John Tolerton(Kalina) of Bluffton,...

Douglas B. Shreve

Aug 23, 2024

Douglas B. Shreve, age 70, passed away peacefully on August 23 2024.  He was born on October 30, 1953, in Canton, OH to Frank and Donna (Day) Shreve.   

Doug was a graduate of Alliance High School and the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. He went on to be a Chef at Au Pere Jacques  in Chagrin Falls,...

Joyce Ann Marazza

Aug 20, 2024

Joyce Ann Marazza, age 87, passed away on August 20, 2024. 

She was born on February 16, 1937, in Alliance, to Chris and Janet (Demark) Conti.

Joyce graduated from Sebring McKinley High School. She was the office manager for both Dr. Thomas and Dr. Beran. Joyce was a member of Regina Coeli Catholic Church. She was also in the Jokerettes Card Club...

Sandra Kay Douthit Hamlin

Aug 18, 2024

Sandra Kay Douthit Hamlin age 79 died on August 18, 2024 after a lengthy battle with cancer. 

She was born February 9th, 1945, in Ravenna Ohio. Sandy was the youngest child of Thorton Ausbury Douthit and Eva Gaskill Douthit. Sandra attended Atwater School and lived in Alliance most of her life except for ten years in Florida. 

Sandy was a beautician in...

Elizabeth P. Andrisani

Aug 18, 2024

Elizabeth P. Andrisani, age 89, passed away on August 18, 2024. 

She was born on January 8, 1935, in Alliance, to Peter J. and Theresa (Marietti) Osco.

Elizabeth graduated from Alliance High School. She started Elizabeth’s Dress Shop in Alliance, Salem, and Canton with her husband, Joseph. Elizabeth also owned The Dressing Room and the Record Shed in Alliance. She was a...

James Michael Popa

Aug 17, 2024

Everyone should have a devoted son, loving brother, and best pal like James Michael Popa, known to family and friends as “Jay.” After a brave two-year battle with esophageal cancer that metastasized to his liver and bones, Jay passed away August 17, 2024 at age 70.

He was born in and grew up in Alliance, and was a gentle, kind, generous,...

Robert D. Shoemaker

Aug 12, 2024

Robert D Shoemaker, known as “Bob” to family and friends, of Alliance, OH passed away August 2024 at age 98. He was the son of the late Lloyd and Emma Shoemaker. Robert was preceded in death by his wife Margaret “Ethel” (McAlister) Shoemaker; and daughter, Jean Shoemaker; his three sisters, Margarie (Robert) Griffith, June (Rufus) Nunamaker, and Anita Rose (Raymond)...

Darlene Kinnison

Aug 9, 2024

With great sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Darlene Kinnison, who left this world on August 9th 2024 at the age of 81. Born on May 26 1943, Darlene is preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Evelyn Huston.

Darlene's life was a testament to faith, kindness and compassion. Her nurturing spirit made her the heart of our...

Armando Mazzei Jr.

Aug 6, 2024

Armando Mazzei Jr., age 81, passed away on August 6, 2024. 

He was born on December 15, 1942, in Alliance, to Armando and Mary (Maffe) Mazzei Sr.

Armando worked at Alliance Machine for 38 years until his retirement. He loved being outside fishing and riding his motorcycle. In his younger years, Armando enjoyed playing softball. 

Those left to cherish his memory are his...

Vincent C. Campbell

Aug 4, 2024

Vincent C. Campbell, born December 5, 1971, passed away unexpectedly at Alliance Community Hospital on August 4, 2024. 

He was born to the late Glenn and Linda Campbell. He was preceded in death by his son, Vincent C. Campbell II and two brothers, Scott Henry and Mark Campbell. 

Vincent was a maintenance supervisor at Shinagawa Advance Materials. He was a wonderful father...

Forrest A. Barber

Aug 4, 2024

 Forrest A. Barber, age 81, passed away on August 4, 2024. 

 He was born on November 10, 1942, in Alliance, to Alden Luther and Edna Lorraine (Guynn) Barber.

Forrest graduated from Mount Union College and Kent State University. He served as an officer for the Alliance City Police Department until his retirement. Forrest owned and operated Barber Airport as Chief Flight Instructor,...

Barbara Ann Greavu

Jul 29, 2024

Barbara Ann Greavu, age 80, passed away on July 29, 2024. 

She was born on June 15, 1944, in Warren, Ohio to Jerome Francis and Elizabeth Ann (Savo) Slanina.

Barbara graduated from Niles McKinley High School and attended The University of Akron. She worked with the Mental Health Association of Stark County and was a Motivational Public Speaker. Barbara was also the...

Mary Louise Blasiman Anderson

Jul 28, 2024

Together Again- Mary Louise Blasiman Anderson, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. 

She was born on April 24, 1936, in Louisville, to William G. and Clara M. (Flitcraft) Blasiman.

Mary was a lifetime member of Maranatha Church of God where she faithfully served however and wherever she was needed. She served as a Sunday...

Clara Morgan

Jul 28, 2024

Clara Morgan, age 83, of Alliance, passed away on July 28, 2024 at Altercare of Alliance. 

She was born on November 30, 1940, in Cleveland, to Richard and Mary (Smith) Bruner.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Larry Morgan; son, Danny Hunter; daughter, Cheryl Hunter; brother, Frank (Helena) Bruner; and several grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Diana Himmelheber

Jul 22, 2024

Diana Himmelheber, age 86, of Alliance, passed away, Monday, July 22, 2024 at Stone Creek Memory Care, after a long battle with dementia. 

She was born January 25, 1938, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Chesley Brooks and Marcella (Nauman) Martin. 

Diana was a graduate of Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Missouri, followed by a graduate degree at Lexington Theological Seminary, earning her Masters...

Timothy A. Fox Sr.

Jul 21, 2024

Timothy A. Fox Sr., age 56, passed away on July 21, 2024, surrounded by his family. 

He was born on October 23, 1967, in Elwood City, PA, to David Richard Fox, Sr. and Gloria Jean Cox.

Tim graduated from West Branch High School where he served as their Warrior Chief. After high school, Tim served honorably in the United States Navy. 

A die...