Obituaries

Oct 10, 2021

Betty Eloise Morrison, age 84, of Alliance, OH passed away on October 10, 2021 peacefully at her home.

She was born on February 3, 1937 in Grafton, WV to Emery and Louise (Ash) Bramhall.

Betty loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  She took pride in raising and taking care of her family....

Oct 9, 2021

Donna Thomas, Age 83, of Alliance, passed away on October 9, 2021

A private graveside service will be held at Highland Memorial Park.

Oct 4, 2021

William Carl “Bill” Willard, age 66, of Beloit passed away at 1:00 a.m. at Community Care Center on October 4, 2021.

He was born on April 7, 1955 in Alliance to George O. Willard and Margaret L. “Peg” (Larkins) Willard.

Bill attended Marlington High School. He worked as the head of the shipping department for...

Oct 2, 2021

Pamela Gene Weibel, age 74, of Alliance, passed away on October 2, 2021.

She was born on March 29, 1947 in Alliance to Wilbur F. Schulze and Mary Beth (Akins) Schulze.

Pam graduated from Alliance High school where she enjoyed participating in the cosmetology program.

Pam began her career as an EMT while...

Sep 30, 2021

Jack Wade Gobley, age 76, passed away on September 30, 2021.

He was born on August 31, 1945 to Wade Gobley and Lena (Benner) Gobley.

Jack was a veteran of the United States Navy and served our country for 4 years. He was a former employee of SD Myers, East Manufacturing, Mac Trailer and Scott...

Sep 29, 2021

Roger L. “Jack” Rickman, age 67, of Alliance passed away on September 29, 2021.

He was born on May 18, 1954 in Glendale, WV to Charles Rickman and Orpha Greathouse.

Jack worked for American Steel and then Alliance Castings. He loved working on vehicles and especially preserving his 1978 GMC truck. Jack also enjoyed doing...

Sep 28, 2021

Jerry Webb, age 57, of Alliance passed away on September 28, 2021.

He was born on December 7, 1963 in Alliance to Frank and Shirley (Ruff) Webb.

Jerry graduated from Marlington High School in 1982. He enjoyed watching sports, especially football and the Cleveland Indians. Jerry also loved to bowl.

Those left to...

Sep 28, 2021

Cheryl L. Gandee, age 69, formerly of Alliance, passed away at 5:00 a.m. on September 28th at Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, FL.

She was born on December 4, 1951 in Alliance to Glenn Creamer and Joan (Triplett) Martin.

Cheryl was a member of God’s Missionary Church in Florida.

Those left to cherish...

Sep 27, 2021

Haven A. Ackley, age 77, of Alliance, passed away suddenly at 4:13 p.m. on Saturday, September 25, 2021, sitting on her front porch enjoying a lovely weather day.

She was born on August 1, 1944 in Alliance to Bernard and Mildred Taylor.

A 1962 graduate of Alliance High School, Haven was a member of her...

Sep 26, 2021

John R. Reeder, age 60, of Alliance went home to be with the lord on September 26, 2021.

He was born on September 28, 1960 in Alliance to Russell V. and Shirley (Gabbel) Reeder Jr.

John graduated from Alliance High School in 1979 where his love and skill for auto mechanics started in their vocational...

Sep 25, 2021

Earl Vernon Boyle Jr., age 85, of North Canton passed away on September 25, 2021.

He was born on May 31, 1936 to Earl V. Boyle Sr. and Mary (Berlin) Boyle.

Earl was a graduate of Marlboro High School class of 1954 and went on to work for Smith and Nephew until his retirement after...

Sep 23, 2021

Shirley Y. (Willis) Haupt, age 83, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021.

She was born on February 22, 1938 in Barberton, Ohio to William and Mary (Lacus) Willis.

A 1956 graduate of Alliance High School, Shirley was employed at Royal China and Lawson Dairy.

She was also a housewife and...

Sep 20, 2021

William "Bill" Godfred Blasiman III, age 64, of Alliance, passed away on September 20, 2021.

On December 14, 1956, he was born in Alliance to William Godfred and Evelene (Anderson) Blasiman II.

A graduate of Marlington High School, Bill worked as a welder and heavy equipment operator.

He was a member of the...

Sep 19, 2021

Bradley “Brad” Lee Barr, age 65, of Alliance died September 19, 2021 at home surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 7, 1956 in Canton, Ohio to Walter “Doc” and Marilyn (Owens) Barr.

Brad graduated from Perry High School. He retired from Nickles Bakery. Brad enjoyed many years coaching baseball, participating in the...

Sep 18, 2021

Keith Allen Bourne, age 71, of Paris, passed away at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Rose Lane in Massillon.

He was born February 2, 1950 in Alliance, Ohio to Donald and Helen (Zimmerman) Bourne.

Keith graduated from Alliance High School and was a Mail Carrier for more than twenty years.

A...

Sep 14, 2021

Zonia L. Miller, age 92, of Alliance, passed away on September 14, 2021.

She was born on January 11, 1929 in Alliance to Michael Ludwig and Gertrude (Barnett) Ludwig.

Zonia graduated from Alliance High School and the Alliance City Hospital School of Nursing. She spent her life as a caregiver, first for her mother and...

Sep 14, 2021

Susan Wise, age 68, of Alliance, passed away at her home on September 14, 2021 at 4:21 a.m.

She was born on August 16, 1953 in Canton, Ohio to Steve Szakacs and Vera Robart.

Susan was an aide for Roselane Nursing home for over 10 years, but spent most of her life as a homemaker...

Sep 12, 2021

Donna Jean Ermlich, age 91, of Alliance passed away on September 12, 2021.

She was born on February 5, 1930 in Alliance to Chester Elliott and Thelma (Russell) Elliott.

Donna graduated from Alliance High School in 1948 and from Mount Union with a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education in 1951 where she was a member of...

Sep 9, 2021

Brenda Jean (Sullivan) Zinda, age 53, of Alliance, passed away on September 9, 2021 due to complications from Covid-19.

She was born on July 28, 1968 in McKeesport, PA to William and Sarah (Evans) Sullivan.

Brenda graduated from Stark State College with an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and was the owner of Brenda’s...

Sep 8, 2021

Samson A. Woods, age 80, of Atwater passed away on September 8, 2021.

He was born on May 12, 1941 in Persinger, West Virginia to William Ward Woods and Malvarie Gladys Ward.

Sam was a member of Truth Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing at West Branch and Mogadore Reservoir, gardening and mowing his yard.  Sam...