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William Kenneth (Bill/Willy) Jackson

William Kenneth (Bill/Willy) Jackson

Aug 9, 2024

William (Bill/Willy) Kenneth Jackson of New Philadelphia, Ohio, born on April 30th 1966 passed away on August 9th at New Dawn Rehab and Heath Care Center in Dover, Ohio after a long battle of health issues.

William had a great soul, he always put others before himself, and was a kid at heart.

He was a former employee of Walmart of New...

John R. Drescher

John R. Drescher

Aug 9, 2024

John R. Drescher 73, passed away Friday, August 9, 2024. John was a very loving and caring husband and father. He was a member of the Eagles Club. John liked to throw horseshoes, golf and fish. 

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Betty; children, John Jr (Chrissy) and Jennifer; grandsons, Alex, Jonathan, Jacob, Jarret and Jesse; great-grandchildren, Summer...

Mark Patrick Goodwin

Mark Patrick Goodwin

Aug 8, 2024

June 29, 1957 — August 8, 2024

Mark Patrick Goodwin, age 67, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at Community Hospice Truman House after an extended illness. He was born on June 29, 1957, to Jack Goodwin and K. Joyce Goodwin (Maloney) in Dover.

Mark’s life was filled with simple joys and a deep love for his family. His favorite hobbies...

Linda Ann Colen

Linda Ann Colen

Aug 8, 2024

Linda Ann Colen (nee Young), age 66, passed away peacefully on August 8th 2024. 

Cherished wife of 33 years to Jeffrey Colen Sr. Beloved mother of Jeffrey Jr (Amber), Justin & Kaitlyn (Tyler) Scotch. She was a devoted grandmother to Drew, Demi & Amelia. Beloved sister of Marilyn (Jeff) Moore. Loving Aunt, cousin and friend to many. 

Linda loved her family and...

Donald James "Donni Donni" Hashman

Donald James "Donni Donni" Hashman

Aug 7, 2024

Donald James "Donni Donni" Hashman, 50, of Canton, Ohio, passed away on August 7, 2024. Born in Canton on February 24, 1974, Donni was known for his jovial nature, always ready with a joke to lighten the mood. He was a dedicated hard worker, known for his kindness and generosity, especially towards his family, whom he loved dearly.

Donni was the...

Violet Drain

Violet Drain

Aug 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

Aug 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

Aug 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

Aug 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

Aug 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

Aug 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

Aug 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

Aug 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

Aug 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

Jul 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

Jul 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

Jul 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

Jul 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

Jul 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

Jul 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...

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