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Violet Drain

Violet Drain

August 5, 2024

Our dear mother, Violet Drain, age 87, passed away surrounded by her loving family on August 5, 2024. She spent her final days in Beavercreek OH, with her son Steve and his wife Tammy. 

Violet was born in Aberdeen, Scotland on March 8,1937 to Charles and Violet Massie. She graduated high school in Scotland. As a young teen, she was training...

Diane Sue Brainard

Diane Sue Brainard

August 5, 2024

Diane Sue Brainard, age 75, passed away on Monday, August 5, 2024 at Summa Hospital in Akron, Ohio with her family by her side, after a hard-fought battle with breast cancer.

She was born in Akron, Ohio on September 4, 1948 to Paul and Alice (English) Short and was one of six children. Diane graduated from Tallmadge High School, Class of...

Diane Marie Strempel

Diane Marie Strempel

August 5, 2024

Diane Marie Strempel (née Eckhardt), born on December 29, 1946, in Elyria, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2024, in Cleveland, Ohio, at the age of 77, from her battle against Vascular Dementia. A beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Diane's life was marked by her profound kindness and enduring compassion.

Diane is survived by her loving daughters, Tracy Ricchiuto (Robert)...

Robert Couts

Robert Couts

August 5, 2024

Robert E. Couts passed away Monday, August 5, 2024 at the Laurels of Massillon following a period of declining health. He was born on March 12, 1933 in Newcomerstown, OH to the late William R. and Stella (Stonebrook) Couts. He grew up in Port Washington, OH and married his late wife, Carol Shepard on June 12, 1955. They resided in...

Lawrence Kellar

Lawrence Kellar

August 4, 2024

Lawrence “ Larry” A. Kellar, age 84 , passed away after a brief Illness on Sunday August 4 , 2024. He was born on December 24 , 1939 , and was preceded in death by his loving parents Horatio “Dutch” and Zella Kellar ; brothers Denny Kellar and Lenny Kellar . Larry was a machinist by trade and a skilled...

Thomas Lee Watkins Sr

Thomas Lee Watkins Sr

August 3, 2024

Thomas Lee Watkins Sr., 79, of Hartville passed away peacefully in his home on August 3rd, 2024. 

Tom was the youngest of 8 children by the late Ross James and Mary Alice Watkins. He was a lifetime resident of Hartville, graduating from Lake High School and raising his family there. He retired in 2002 as a former employee of Teledyne Monarch...

Roger Dean Zirkle

Roger Dean Zirkle

August 2, 2024

Roger "Dean" Zirkle passed away on August 2nd, 2024. Born on July 6th, 1970, to Burl & Marsha (Burner) Zirkle in Canton, OH.

He is preceded in death by his parents & his brother, Robert "Ashley" Zirkle. 

Surviving him are his 2 daughters, Haylee & Ryleigh Zirkle of Barberton, OH, his brother, Martin Zirkle of GA, and a neice, Samatha (Dylan) Webb...

Michael Patrick Novelli

Michael Patrick Novelli

August 1, 2024

Michael Patrick Novelli passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024, at the age of 69 while being embraced by his loving wife and daughters after a brief medical condition.

Michael is survived by his devoted wife, Valerie (DeLong) and their three daughters; Shanna (Scot) Aughinbaugh, Janesa (Derek) Furbee, and Adriana (Tyler) Collins; grandchildren, Sebashton, Liliona, and Isabelle Aughinbaugh, Colton and Mila...

Elaine Marie Buschur

Elaine Marie Buschur

August 1, 2024

Elaine Marie Buschur, age 39, passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2024. She was born on December 9, 1984, to Micheal Buschur and Tina Sanders in Lorain.

Elaine’s life was filled with simple joys and a deep love for her family. Her favorite hobbies included coloring and listening to music, which brought her immense happiness and tranquility. Elaine had an innate...

Tessanne Alyce Larke

Tessanne Alyce Larke

July 31, 2024

Tessanne Alyce Larke passed on July 31st, 2024, after a courageous battle with acute myeloid leukemia. Tessanne was born March 20th, 1991, to Lawrence and Beth Larke of Louisville Ohio. 

 Tessanne loved camping and exploring the natural world. She was a frog and toad expert, always able to locate, catch, and sing with them. She also loved spending time with her...

James Valentine Decsi

James Valentine Decsi

July 29, 2024

Together Again - James Valentine Decsi, a cherished father, brother, and grandpa, passed away on July 29th, 2024 after a brief illness. James was born on September 17th, 1938, in Akron OH to the late Valentine and Irene Decsi. He is survived by his Children Kelly (Kathy) Palmer of Atwater, James (Sandy) Decsi of Akron, and Mindy Decsi of Atwater....

Vera Toots

Vera Toots

July 25, 2024

Vera M. Toot 90, passed away at Aultman Hospital July 25, 2024. Born February 18, 1934 to A.M. Doc Suder and Virginia (Williams) Suder. 

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, George, who passed in 2019; three brothers, Carroll, Alva and Eugene Suder; and sisters, Wilda Morrison and Myrtle (Gibb) Marteney.

Vera is survived by her one daughter,...

David R. Linville

David R. Linville

July 24, 2024

David R. Linville

 August 19, 1963- July 24, 2024

 60 years young

Dave- “Moose”/”Nic” touched many lives leaving warmth in our hearts and smiles on our faces. Family friends and co workers alike. He now soars the heavens smiling upon us. 

Dave is survived by his Mother: Alice, Father: David (deceased); Sisters Elizabeth “Liz” Hollinrake and spouse, Cindy Betz and spouse; In-Laws: Chuck &...

Sandra Kaye Watkins

Sandra Kaye Watkins

July 22, 2024

Sandra Kaye (Geiger, Brenner) Watkins of Hartville passed unexpectedly on July 22nd, 2024, at the young age of 79. Her beloved spouse and soulmate (Thomas Watkins) followed her in death on August 3rd, 2024. Her smile was infectious, and she touched the lives of everyone that knew her. A loving mother, devoted wife, and a beloved friend to many, who...

Patricia Mancz Young

Patricia Mancz Young

July 21, 2024

A life-long Ohioan, Patricia Ann Mancz was born December 1, 1935 in Akron to Anthony Joseph Mancz and Frances Daisy (Mort) Mancz. Pat was raised in a household that included her younger sister, Marjorie Frances Mancz, Blondie the cat and Ginger the dog. There would be many more feline and canine friends over her lifetime. Pat discovered her love of...

Liza Lea Shedrick

Liza Lea Shedrick

July 21, 2024

Liza Lea (Bragg) Shedrick, 57, of New Philadelphia, Ohio passed away on July 21, 2024. Liza was born in Canton, Ohio to her loving parents, Reif (Chum) and Sandra Bragg. She was a devoted wife of 29 years to Roy Shedrick, Sr. 

A very cherished mother, she is survived by her children, Steven and Chelsea Bragg, and stepson, Roy Shedrick Jr.;...

Janice Fay Taylor

Janice Fay Taylor

July 21, 2024

Janice “Fay” Taylor, daughter of Henry Buford Taylor Jr and Sarah Arnette Taylor, was born on March 12, 1946 in Richmond Virginia. Fay passed peacefully and entered heaven the early morning of July 21, 2024 following a period of declining health in Alliance, Ohio.

Fay loved her children and was blessed to enjoy her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Family was the...

Susan Pumneo

Susan Pumneo

July 19, 2024

Susan Alane Pumneo, age 56 of Alliance, Ohio peacefully passed on Friday July 19th, 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. Sue was full of love, laughter, and resilience. Serving on the colorguard for The American Legion Post #548 brought her great joy. She truly was one of a kind, always ready to tell a joke and lend a hand to...

Theresa Taylor

Theresa Taylor

July 19, 2024

Theresa Inez Taylor (nee Waugh), 80, of Beachwood, Ohio, passed away at home on July 19, 2024.

Theresa is survived by her loving children, Rori Crenshaw (nee Auzenne) and Troy (Merav) Auzenne, both of Beachwood, OH; cherished grandchildren Vincent (19), Atara (12), Li'or (7), and Zoe (20); dear siblings, James (Maxine) Waugh of Glendale, AZ, Yvonne (Carl) Robinson of Warrensville Hts,...

Kimeth Henderson

Kimeth Henderson

July 18, 2024

Kimeth Henderson 68 of Alliance, Ohio passed peacefully in his sleep after a long battle with Amyloidosis on July 18, 2024. He is survived by his mother, Helen Laverna Baier; children, Heather Cody (Larry), Holly Henderson (Ray), Megan Henderson, Sean Cross (Rosslyn), Donald Courtney (Jen), Tony Courtney (Stephanie); his love, Diana Courtney; brothers, Dennis Henderson (Judy), Mark Henderson (Cara), John...

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