Obituaries

Lawrence Samuel “Sam” Brindley, age 73 of Deersville, passed to the arms of Jesus on Friday, February 19, at the Truman Hospice House in New Philadelphia, Ohio, after spending eight weeks in Union Hospital while Covid pneumonia ravaged his lungs. Born September 1, 1947 in Wheeling W. Va., he was the son of the late Lawrence S. “Wimpy” and Pearl...

Jack Goldman age 85, passed away February 23, 2021. He was born to the late Irving and Ann Goldman on May 2, 1935.  Jack loved and adored his family and friends. He loved to tell a great joke and had millions to tell albeit not always appropriate. His long-term memory up until his last days was spot on. His hobbies...

Brenda Meyers, age 65, vibrant outdoors woman, traveler, beautiful inside and out, has gone home to be with the Lord. Brenda passed away February 13, 2021 with her family at her side. Brenda’s generosity was expressed through cards, kind words, the best hugs, crafts, baking with her grandkids, treats for her grandpups, donations to her favorite charities, and dedication to...

Our loving mother, Etta Pearl Mutigli, formerly of Waynesburg, Ohio, fell asleep in death at 92 years of age on Tuesday, February 23, 2021.  Our mother will be dearly missed by all.  She was a wonderful homemaker and cook.  She captured our hearts by her wisdom in life.  Her favorite words to her children were: “you better listen to your...

Willadean Ziemer, 84, of New Philadelphia met her heavenly Father, February 25, 2021, due to complications of Covid-19, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born February 19, 1937 to the late Clarence and Lura Martin of West Union, West Virginia. She married James R. Ziemer Sr on July 4th, 1953 in Mannington, West Virginia.  Willadean was a member of...

Terry L. Bechtel age 69, passed away peacefully February 19, 2021 with family at his side.  Terry was born in Akron, Ohio to the late Howard and Eleanor (Weil) Bechtel on July 19, 1951. He was a construction worker for most of his life; enjoyed working on cars, watching WWE wrestling, and stock car racing.In addition to his parents, Terry...

Steven Chester Galazka passed away February 23, 2021 at Metro Health Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio after a brief illness. He was born in 1955 in Cleveland, Ohio.Beloved husband to Mildred Galazka of 35 years; lovingly remembered by his four children, Steven M (Ashley), Christopher L (Deanna), Paul Shipeck (Denice) and Marlo Shipeck; grandfather of Samantha, Madison, Taylor, Noah, Avan,...

Glen Fisher, age 74, passed away February 18, 2021, while surrounded by his family. He was born July 12, 1946 in Dover to the late Glen B. and Violet Fisher.  Glen was a Fairless Falcon fan and 1965 graduate. He loved watching his sons play baseball and later traveling to Bucknell college to watch his grandson, Logan play QB. He...

Debra Ann Collins age 66, of Brooklyn, Ohio, passed away Monday, February 15, 2021.She is preceded in death by her parents, Virginia and Robert, and brother, Bob.Debra leaves sister, Cherie (David) Forst; nieces, Nicole (Devin) and Rachel; great niece, Ava; many close friends, Beth (Mark), Linda, Cathy, Lynne, Cindy, Pat, Bill, and many “Friends of Bill”.In lieu of flowers, the...

Louise Mawhorter loving wife, mother, and grandmother passed peacefully from this life to life everlasting on February 16, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio.  Born Louise Claire Hjelm, in Chicago, moved to Cosperville, Indiana, where she graduated from Wawaka High School. After getting her Occupational Therapy degree at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, she married Dick Mawhorter, living with him in Bremerton,...

Following a long, hard, courageous battle with cancer Shelly Renae (Smith) Striker, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by loved ones on February 15, 2021 at the age of 48. Shelly attended Indian Valley School District prior to being employed at Wayne Dalton DSI Door Systems for 7 years then owned and operated S&S Cleaning Services for 15. Shelly...

David “Dave” Hancock age 74, of Canton, Ohio passed away February 19, 2021. Dave was a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  He was an avid gardener and sports fan (go Packers!), who loved to golf and spend time at the lake.  Most people who knew Dave would say that his sense of humor was best quality.  He...

George W. “Bill” Leasure, 76, of Louisville, OH passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021, surrounded by his family.  He worked at the Hoover Company for 37 years retiring in 2003. Bill or “Pappy” as his family loved to call him, enjoyed spending time with his family and friends going boating, fishing and helping his son with numerous woodworking projects.Bill...

John Marsh age 76, Vietnam Veteran passed away February 16th, in his home with his family by his side. He leaves behind his loving wife of 42 years Beverly; son, Tony (Missy) Marsh; stepchildren; Ronda Steiner, Lori (Allen) Guy, Steve Webster; grandchildren, Evan Marsh, Austin (Tori) Wadding, Johnny (Ashlei) McHenry, Dustin (Alexis) Conrad, Heather Conrad, Taylor Schwitzgebel, Allen (Bubby) Guy;...

Sean D. Burkey age 50 passed away February 10, 2021. Beloved son, brother, and father.  Sean was a talented bass player, with an extensive knowledge of music.  He is loved by everyone and will be missed deeply.Survived by mother, Linda Tubbs; brother, Bryan (Sue) Burkey; sister, Sharon (Ron) Balvin; brother, Gregg (Dena) Tubbs; brother, Dan (Susie) Tubbs; daughters, Zoe Burkey,...

Teah M. Schuman, age 48, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 10, 2021, at an Akron hospital. Teah was born on May 15, 1972, in Mayfield Hts, Ohio. Loving mother of Anthony (Barbara) and grandchildren, Elias, Rilla, and Celestine; Dear sister of Tanya Schuman. She is also survived by her aunts and uncle, Mary Ann Faught and Eileen (Michael) Morgan....

Carl Chiarenza age 72, passed away January 13, 2021. He was born December 8, 1948 to the late Joseph and Gloria (Scott) Chiarenza. Carl loved everything about food: growing, hunting, and cooking it. Like the Italian he was, Carl wanted to provide the most food everywhere he went. Carl loved motorcycles in his earlier years as well as being on...

In Loving Memory ofJerry Wayne RobersonJuly 6, 1959-February 11, 2021Jerry Wayne Roberson passed away February 11, 2021. He was born July 6, 1959 in Alabama to the late Frank Roberson, Sr. and Clara Roberson-Hardin (Hines).In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by stepfather, James Hardin, Sr.; grandparents, Charlie Sr. and Luvenia Hines; sister, Linda Faye Roberson; brother,...

Deborah K. George, age 64, of Canton, Ohio went home to be with her Savior on January 25, 2021.She was born on December 2, 1956 to the late Albert C. and Wilma M. (Westfall) George.Debbie recently accepted Jesus as her Savior.  She proudly served six years in the United States Army National Guard and she attended the University of Akron. ...

Donna Marie Morris passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 10th at Altercare of Alliance.  Donna was born on July 23rd, 1953 to Roger and Eileen Schofield in Lowell, Massachusetts.Donna is survived by her three sons, Jason, Keith and Kevin Morris, nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.The Family would like to thank Altercare of Alliance, Aultman Alliance Community Hospital, Aultman Hospice and...