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Beverly Jean (Evans) Teague

Beverly Jean (Evans) Teague

Oct 8, 2024

Beverly J. Teague, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend and neighbor, age 81, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 8, 2024 at Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake. 

She was born on June 25, 1943, in Alliance, to Laverne E. “Spike” and Evalyn Mae (Woolf) Evans.

Bev attended Alliance High School and was a member of Truth Baptist Church...

Ardis Jean Drewyor

Ardis Jean Drewyor

Oct 6, 2024

Ardis "Ardy" Jean Drewyor, age 97, passed away on October 6, 2024. 

She was born on March 4, 1927, in Adrian, Michigan to Lawrence and Gladys (Bowen) Drewyor. 

Ardy attended Cleveland Bible College, where she met her lifelong friend, Ruth Alma (Mosher) Mitchell. She worked as Dr. Edward Mitchell’s office manager for 25 years. 

Ardy loved The Lord Jesus and was an active...

Lloyd Allen Myers

Lloyd Allen Myers

Oct 5, 2024

Lloyd Allen Myers, age 87, of Atwater, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. 

Born on October 9, 1936, in Atwater to Roy and Florence (Keller) Myers, Lloyd was a proud graduate of Atwater High School before honorably serving in the United States Navy.

A dedicated lifelong farmer, Lloyd cultivated soybeans...

Ellen V. Porch

Ellen V. Porch

Oct 3, 2024

Ellen Virginia Porch, age 87, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024. 

She was born on July 15, 1937 in Seminole, WV, to Palmer F. and Alma M. (Lucas) Nuzum.

Ellen attended Clarksburg public school in West Virginia and went on to work for many years at the Big Lots in Alliance, retiring in 2005. Ellen then worked for 10...

Diane M. Long

Diane M. Long

Sep 29, 2024

Diane M. Long, age 72, passed away on September 29, 2024 after a long battle with breast cancer. She was a strong, fierce and faithful warrior who fought until the end. 

She was born on September 19, 1952, in Alliance, to Carl and Elizabeth (Popa) Carlile.

Diane served as the bookkeeper for Alliance Ventures for 5 years and was a member of...

Tracey Sue Bowman

Tracey Sue Bowman

Sep 22, 2024

Tracey Sue Bowman, age 67, passed away on September 22, 2024. 

She was born on July 12, 1957, in Canton, to Jearld and Marilyn Baughman (Smith) Merville.

Tracey graduated from Alliance High School in 1975. She was a member of the Alliance Christian Center. Tracey loved nature photography and belonged to the Alliance Garden Club. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her...

Robert Ernest Nitz Jr.

Robert Ernest Nitz Jr.

Sep 17, 2024

Robert Ernest Nitz Jr., age 36, passed away on September 17, 2024. 

He was born on January 26, 1988, in Alliance, to Robert Ernest Nitz Sr. and Debra Mikol.

Rob was a member of the Dante Club. He loved cars and fixing them, but more than anything, Rob loved spending time with his family.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife,...

James F. George

James F. George

Sep 17, 2024

James F. “Jimmy” George, age 76, of Alliance, completed his earthly journey on September 17, 2024. 

He was born on June 23, 1948, in Alliance, to Charles and Eleanor (Donohoe) George.

Jimmy loved sports, Harley rides, playing golf, going to auctions and thrifting. He was the family storyteller.

Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Jimmy (Lori) George, Jay (Wendy) George,...

Samiya Linda Harris

Samiya Linda Harris

Sep 15, 2024

Samiya Linda Harris, affectionately known as "Baby Girl," was born on October 27, 1983, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Vernon Russell Ingram and Linda Sue Mitchell-Ingram. She was the third child of their union, bringing light, joy, and laughter to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Samiya was a proud graduate of Alliance High School in 2007. Following her graduation, she heeded...

Eugene E. Schneider

Eugene E. Schneider

Sep 15, 2024

Eugene E. Schneider, age 83, passed away on September 15, 2024. 

He was born on July 22, 1941, in Canton, to Edwin and Pauline (Craven) Schneider.

Eugene worked as a lineman for Ohio Bell until his retirement. He was a member of Alliance Baptist Temple where he operated the sound room and served as a trustee. Eugene also served honorably in the...

James L. Brightbill

James L. Brightbill

Sep 14, 2024

James L. Brightbill Jr., age 67, entered peacefully into eternity on September 14, 2024. Jay, as he was affectionately called by family and friends, was born on January 8, 1957, in Mansfield, OH to James and S. Annie (Stahl) Brightbill.

Jay graduated from Marlington High School before choosing to attend Kent State University, then later entering the dental field as a...

Robert B.L. Allison

Robert B.L. Allison

Sep 11, 2024

Robert B. L. Allison, age 73, passed away on September 11, 2024. 

He was born on May 4, 1951, in Green County, PA, to John Wesley and Mary Lydia (Wright) Allison.

Robert worked hard his entire life. He had an avid passion for God, family and motorcycles.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Rosalind (Schulze) Allison; daughter, Stephanie (Rudy) Reyes;...

Georgette Marie Copeland

Georgette Marie Copeland

Sep 11, 2024

Georgette Marie Copeland, age 87, passed away on September 11, 2024. 

She was born on July 30, 1937, in Canton, to George and Rose (Candle) Tormasi.

Georgette graduated from Alliance High School. She worked at General Combustion and Sand Cap Abrasives. She was a member of Union Avenue United Methodist Church.

Georgette enjoyed gardening and tending to her flowers as well as cooking....

Cynthia Lenore Stanley

Cynthia Lenore Stanley

Sep 9, 2024

 Cynthia Lenore Stanley, age 65, passed away on September 9, 2024. 

 She was born on July 5, 1959, in Manhattan, NY, to John and Ruth Stanley.

 She was one of the most artistic, creative, genuine, kind, generous, hardworking, bohemian, free spirited souls to ever enter our lives.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Jack Hatfield, Dana Sims and Toni Moore;...

Betty M. Erb

Betty M. Erb

Sep 7, 2024

Betty M. Erb, age 99, currently of Sebring, passed away from dementia on Saturday September 7, 2024. 

She was born on April 10, 1925, in Akron, Ohio to Paul A. and Cora B. (Graening) Walkey, but lived most of her life in the Hartville, Marlboro and Alliance areas.

A 1944 graduate of Marlboro High School, Betty worked for ten years as a...

Patricia Angela Pumphry

Patricia Angela Pumphry

Sep 5, 2024

Patricia Angela. Patsy. Patsy Ann. Pat. Mom. Aunt Pat. Grandma. Nana.

Pat was born in Anderson Township and lived her life in Ohio. She had beloved family and friends. Her mother, brother and sister, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, children and grandchildren were all very dear to her. She worked hard to keep close to them.

 She loved school and...

James Jason Hite

James Jason Hite

Sep 5, 2024

James Jason Hite, age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 5, 2024. 

James worked for Fleming Foods in Navarre, OH as a Truck Driver for many years.  He was a member of the Teamsters Local 92 Retirees Club. 

James cherished working on antique cars and tractors, particularly Bolen tractors. He also enjoyed attending auctions and car shows. However,...

Daniel D. Kibler

Daniel D. Kibler

Sep 2, 2024

Daniel D. Kibler, age 64, passed away on September 2, 2024. 

He was born on July 1, 1960, in Cuyahoga Falls, to Donald and Phyllis (Copeland) Kibler.

Daniel was a skilled craftsman and worked as a welder and fabricator. He loved fishing and motorcycles, but most of all he loved spending time with his grandchildren. 

Those left to cherish his memory are his...

Barrie Kridler

Barrie Kridler

2024

Barrie Kridler passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 1, 2024. 

Barrie was owner/operator of Kridler gardens in Alliance with his spouse, Barry Nichols. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Helen (Jorney) Kridler. 

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. 

This isn't goodbye, it's I'm out of here, I'll see you later. 

Ann Marie Krabill

Ann Marie Krabill

Sep 1, 2024

Ann Marie Krabill, affectionately known as “Rissy”, age 68 of Louisville, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, on September 1st, 2024. 

She was born May 4, 1956 in Canton, Ohio to Thomas P. Jaeb and LouAnn (Maple) Jaeb. 

Ann graduated from Marlington High School in 1974 and soon after married the love of her life, Tom, on...

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