Obituaries

Cheryl A. MillerCheryl A. Miller, age 69 of Louisville, passed away September 20, 2016 following a lengthy illness.  She was born May 19, 1947 in Alliance and lived most of her life in Louisville. Cheryl will be remembered as a very caring, kind and loving person with a good heart.She is survived by her husband, Ted Miller Sr.; two brothers,...

Harriet Darlene FassnachtHarriet Darlene Fassnacht, age 70 passed away peacefully on September 16, 2016. She was born on August 10, 1946 in Ravenna, Ohio.Harriet is survived by her three sons, Robert Michael Fassnacht, Christopher A. Fassnacht and George R. (Stephanie) Fassnacht; and five grandchildren, Xavier, Zoe, Emma, Logan and WyattShe is preceded in death by her husband George W. Fassnacht...

Dr. Clark William PeckDr. Clark William Peck, age 91, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2016 in Westlake, OH.  He was born in Lakewood, OH on April 10, 1925. An accomplished dentist, loving husband, father, and grandfather, WWII Navy veteran, and community service leader, Dr. Peck leaves behind a distinguished legacy of accomplishment. He leaves his loved ones as well...

Elizabeth Burtscher

Elizabeth Burtscher of New Philadelphia, OH passed away peacefully at Truman House Hospice with her loving daughter by her side. In February 1957 Liz married the love of her life, Robert “Butch” Burtscher. He preceded her in death on April 9, 1990. She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Deborah (Bruce) Adams; son Ronald (Charlotte) Burtscher; grandsons Lucas...

Tracy Lynn Miller-EssigTracy Lynn Miller-Essig age 50 of Massillon, passed away unexpectedly on September 4th. Tracy was born February 22nd1966 to the late Frederick Miller and Mildred (Thewes) Miller. She was a 1984 graduate of Washington High School and employed by Diebold. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Frederick and Kenneth Miller.She is...

Barbara J. (Verh) McMullenBarbara J. (Verh) McMullen, age 73 passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at Community Care Center of Alliance. She was born on February 14, 1948 in Ravenna and lived in Alliance and Sebring areas for most of her life. Barbara loved doing plastic canvas and different crafts. Barbara was a loving caring mother and grandmother and all...

Melissa Beth CoxMelissa Beth Cox passed away peacefully surrounded by her family September 5, 2016. She was born in Akron, OH on February 9 1971, graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School in 1990 and received her BA from Lee University.She leaves behind her beloved husband Lou Hrovat, devoted parents Ron and Marilyn Cox, big brother Bret (Kelly) Sally, the Hrovat...

Wendy Ann (Sutton) McElroyWendy Ann (Sutton) McElroy, 51, passed away peacefully on September 3rd, 2016 after her near 2-year battle with cancer.Wendy was born on November 22nd, 1964 in Canton, Ohio, and graduated from Canton South High School in 1983. Wendy spent much of her adult life as a stay at home mother to her children. She also served as...

Nancy V. SteffyNancy V. Steffy, 80 of Canton, OH and formerly of Alliance, OH passed away Thursday, August 11, 2016 at Bethany Nursing Home in Canton, where she had briefly been a patient.  Nancy was born March 7, 1936 in Fremont, OH to Thurlow and Lela (Seiger) Vickery.  Nancy was a 1954 graduate of Alliance High School and a 1984...

Matthew Leonard BloorMatthew Leonard Bloor, 32, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, August 21, 2016. He is survived by his mother, Esther (James  Jr.) Hargrove (Marine), his father Rodger Bloor, Charity Bregy mother of his two beloved children Mathew Bloor and Layla Bloor, his brothers Eric Bloor, James Hargrove, and his sister Andrea Fell (Eric), grandparents Josie (Carlo)...

Russell Oscar AilingRussell Oscar Ailing of Canton, Ohio passed away August 21, 2016 in Aultman Hospital at the age of 63.  He was born November 15, 1952 in Canton, the son of the late Dwight and Mary (Rippl) Ailing.  He was a former docket clerk.He is survived by two sons, Bryan and Michael Ailing; two daughters, Kimberly and Michelle Ailing;...

Mary Ellen JacobyMary Ellen Jacoby, daughter of Hylda and Ed Carey, passed away on August 29, 2016.She was preceded in death by her husband, John “Jack” and her sons Michael and James.She is survived by her daughters Susan Jacoby and Amy (Brian) Buttermore, son Daniel, and his partner Ernesto Jabibi, daughter-in-law Martha Poole Jacoby, granddaughters Sara (Robert) Garrison and Jessica...

Edward J. BrumbaughEdward J. Brumbaugh born April 14, 1937 passed away August 23, 2016 has been called home to guard the gates of Heaven. He is preceded by his parents and an infant son. Ed is survived by his wife Marianne and two sons, Dale (Angel) and Chris (Christine), three granddaughters, two great granddaughters, and numerous nieces and nephews.Services Celebrating...

James L. Marchand Jr.James L. Marchand Jr., age 68 of Louisville passed away August 16, 2016 with his loving family at his side.  He was born July 3, 1948 in Canton, the son of the late James and Pearl (Buckley) Marchand Sr.  Jim was a Navy Veteran, a member of American Legion Post #548 and FOE Aerie #2374 in Louisville....

KERRY LYNN (BLAHA) KRASOVEC, age 56, passed away August 16, 2016.  Loving mother of Ashley, Alyssa, and Alexander and dear sister of Kathy Tober, Debbie Paul Conley, and Mike Blaha.  She was preceded in death by her parents Barbara and Larry Blaha.A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday at 9:30 a.m. at the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary,...

Jeannie Marie GuilliamJeannie Marie (Mangeris) Guilliam left this world unexpectedly on Monday, August 15th surrounded by her loved ones who will relish her memories for the rest of their days. Jeannie was a devoted employee at Mercy Medical Center for 21 years.She is preceded in death by her parents, Maude Jean and Theodore Mangeris and her loving sister, Cynthia (Mangeris)...

Rosamunde Monika WrannRosamunde Monika Wrann, age 63, passed away Saturday, August 13, 2016 with family at her side at University Hospitals in Cleveland, following a brief illness. She was born May 12, 1953, in Villach, Austria, the daughter of Maria Wrann (née Hergeth) and Berthold Wrann.Survivors include her sisters, Brigitta Wrann, Heidi Wrann, and Kunigunde (Peter) Johnson; nieces Jessica Johnson,...

Robert Glen TolleyRobert Glen Tolley age 73 of North Benton passed away at Alliance Community Hospital on Wednesday August 10th 2016. He was born in Elizabethton, TN on November 7, 1942 to Nat and Alice (Bailey) Tolley. He graduated from Elizabethton High school, served his country as a member of the United States Navy and retired from American Steel after...

Barbara Ann MeyerOctober 29, 1954 – August 9, 2016Barb (Serva) Meyer age 61 of Akron passed away peacefully after a brief battle of cancer. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Everyone enjoyed her cooking that she loved so much. She enjoyed working at Calvary Open Bible Church food pantry.She is preceded in death by her parents, Steve...

David M. ThomasDavid M. Thomas of Akron, passed away peacefully at his home on July 14, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 73.  He was born April 13, 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of late Betty Thomas and Robert Thomas.  He was married to the late Pat Thomas for 53 years.He is survived by brother Ron...