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Sarah J. Donohoe

Sarah J. Donohoe

Jun 21, 2024

Sarah J. (Shaffer) Donohoe, age 97, passed away on June 21, 2024. 

She was born on April 1, 1927, in Alliance, to David and Grace (Cantleberry) Shaffer.

Sarah graduated from Alliance High School in 1945. She worked as a short order cook at Market Lunch in Alliance until her retirement. She then volunteered at the Alliance Community Hospital Snack Shop for over...

Leonard George Epp

Leonard George Epp

Jun 19, 2024

Dr. Leonard George Epp, of Alliance, OH died at his home on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in the company of his family. Leonard was a dedicated son, husband, father, and grandfather. He was an inspiring teacher, a world traveler, avid Penn State Football fan, and bicycling enthusiast.

Leonard was born to Leonard Sr. and Grace J. Epp in Neptune, NJ in...

Myron Earl Grossman

Myron Earl Grossman

Jun 17, 2024

Retired broadcast pioneer, Mel Grossman, passed away on June 17 2024 at age 90 in Centerville, Ohio.

He is survived by his wife Shelley; three children, Linda Huotilainen (Kalevi) of Indianapolis, Julie McElfresh of Moravia, NY and Todd Grossman (Christi) of Centerville, Ohio; three step-children, Joe Halladay (Carol) of Talkeetna, Alaska, Jennifer Cameron (Jim) of Seldovia, Alaska, and Christine Halladay of...

Bella Ann Louise Rickman

Bella Ann Louise Rickman

Jun 16, 2024

 Bella Ann Louise Rickman, age 6, passed away on June 16, 2024. 

She was born in Canton, Ohio on April 10, 2018 to Joseph Rickman and Charity Gates.

Bella attended kindergarten at the Alliance Early Learning School. She enjoyed playing on her swing set and jumping on the trampoline. Bella loved playing with her brother and sister. 

Those left to cherish her memory...

Dale L. Hoover

Dale L. Hoover

Jun 13, 2024

Dale Lee Hoover, age 93, passed away on Thursday June 13, 2024. 

He was born on April 4, 1931, in Alliance, to Harold and Rachel (Ebbie) Hoover.

A lifelong farmer, Dale was a hard worker who enjoyed rides to Amish country in Holmes county and talking with family and friends.

He attended Bolton United Methodist Church and was a member of the Farm...

Gary L. Smith

Gary L. Smith

Jun 5, 2024

Gary L. Smith, age 77, passed away on June 5, 2024 at Aultman Alliance Hospital. 

He was born on August 2, 1946, in Alliance, to Hoy and Maxine (Perry) Smith.

Gary graduated from Kent State University. He was the former President and CEO of Morgan Engineering in Alliance.

In his younger years, Gary was a coach for many youth sports in the area....

Pamela Sue Coontz

Pamela Sue Coontz

May 27, 2024

Pamela Sue Coontz, 50, of North Benton, Ohio, unexpectedly joined her father, Chuck, and her grandson, Beau, in their eternal home on May 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving children, fiancé, and sister. 

Pam was born on August 5, 1973, in Alliance to Chuck and Linda Pinkerton.

Pam was a longtime resident of Deerfield and graduated from Southeast High School. 

Pam was a...

Diana L. Muehlenbein

Diana L. Muehlenbein

May 26, 2024

Diana L. Muehlenbein, age 67, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024. 

She was born on February 26, 1957, in Alliance, to John J. and Doris (Higgins) Dallas.

Diana graduated from Sebring High School in 1975. She worked for Genie Garage Door Company. 

Diana enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Shannon (Katie) George;...

Shelba A. Bach

Shelba A. Bach

May 25, 2024

Shelba A. (Holden) Bach, 87, of Alliance went home to be with the Lord on Saturday morning May 25th, 2024, surrounded by her family. 

She was born in Center Star Alabama and moved to Alliance Ohio in 1972. 

Shelba was married to Mike Bach for 34 loving years.  She retired from Marlington High School cafeteria after 20 years of service and enjoyed...

Curtis L. Binkley Jr.

Curtis L. Binkley Jr.

May 24, 2024

Curtis L. “Bud” Binkley Jr., age 65, passed away on May 24, 2024. 

He was born on March 28, 1959, in Alliance, to Curtis and Dorothy (Millard) Binkley Sr.

Curtis graduated from Marlington High School in 1977. He received an Associate’s Degree Suma Cum Lade from Stark State College. Curtis worked as an occupational therapist at Motion Mobility and Design. He attended...

Arthur Venables

Arthur Venables

May 23, 2024

Arthur Eugene (Gene) Venables departed from this life on May 23, 2024 at McCrea Manor Nursing Home following a 6 month decline in health. 

Gene was born on May 20, 1941 to Arthur Venables Jr. and Mary (Molnar) Venables. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1959 and was a proud member of the 1958 Alliance Aviator Football Team State Champs....

Marcia Lillis

Marcia Lillis

May 23, 2024

Marcia “Marcy” (Smith) Lillis left this world to be with Jesus, her lord and savior.

Marcia touched everyone she met. She was the essence of grace, compassion, and dignity through a very difficult diagnosis of ALS. She persevered from major spine surgery that rendered her unable to walk without assistance. When the ALS caused her to become wheelchair bound, she remained...

Peter Tapyrik

Peter Tapyrik

May 22, 2024

Peter Tapyrik, LSW, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished brother, uncle, and esteemed administrative licensed social worker, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by his entire family and enveloped in their love as he left this world far too young.

Peter spent his life dedicated to helping others. As a...

Brent L. Bixler

Brent L. Bixler

May 18, 2024

Brent L. Bixler, age 47, passed away suddenly on May 18, 2024.

He was born on July 16, 1976, in Alliance, to Marvin L. Bixler and Cathie (Skolosh) Bixler.

Brent was a 1995 graduate of Alliance High School and was employed at Biery Cheese for more than 25 years.

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where he served as an...

Rahn Anderson Hawkins Sr.

Rahn Anderson Hawkins Sr.

May 7, 2024

Rahn Anderson Hawkins Sr., age 69, passed away suddenly on May 7, 2024. 

He was born on April 17, 1955 to the late Steve and Almetra Hawkins.

Rahn graduated from Alliance High School in 1973. He served honorably in the United States Army. Rahn then went on to work for Timken Roller Bearing for 30 years until his retirement. He attended many...

Kathleen Louise Evans

Kathleen Louise Evans

May 6, 2024

Kathleen Louise Evans, age 83, passed away on May 6, 2024. 

She was born on October 30, 1940, in Akron, to Forest Hunter and Catherine Matilda Harouff.

Kathleen graduated from East High School in Akron and then went to officer training school for the Salvation Army in New York. She worked as a secretary at Harter Bank, Goodyear and as a medical...

Gary Donald Hunt

Gary Donald Hunt

May 5, 2024

Gary “Bear” Donald Hunt was born on November 23, 1947, in Windsor, Ontario, and passed away at his home in Alliance, Ohio on May 5, 2024, at the age of 76.

He was the son of the late Wilfred and Ellen Hunt. He is also preceded in death by his significant other, Mary Gilbert, and sisters, Patricia (Richard) Strong and Donna (Ken) Ferriss .

He is...

Evelyn Gandee

Evelyn Gandee

May 5, 2024

Evelyn Gandee, age 90, went home to be with the Lord on May 5, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her family. 

She was born on December 29, 1933, in Senecaville, Ohio, to Ross and Jean (Salter) Williams.

Evelyn worked in the cafeteria at Alliance City Schools. She also worked at Peoples Book Store, her favorite job. Evelyn attended Wesleyan Methodist Church. 

Evelyn...

Asher Grey Fotheringham

Asher Grey Fotheringham

May 4, 2024

Asher Grey Fotheringham, age 6, passed away on May 4, 2024 after an intense three year battle with leukemia. 

He was born on April 3, 2018 in Canton, to Cody Fotheringham and Tara Cooper.

Asher loved Legos. He was always kind and very upbeat, despite all of his struggles. 

Those left to cherish his memory are his father, Cody (Isabella) Fotheringham; his siblings,...

Elizabeth Joyce Gorby

Elizabeth Joyce Gorby

May 2, 2024

Elizabeth Joyce Herren Gorby passed into her new life on May 2, 2024, at the age of 96. 

She was born December 14, 1927, in Beloit Ohio. She was the daughter of John and Jennie Buhler Herren. 

She attended Bricktown elementary, Sebring High School, and Mount Union College where she graduated cum laude in 1949. 

Joyce started taking piano lessons at age 6...

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