Obituaries

Larry “Doug” Ellis passed away shortly after telling his last inappropriate joke after a long battle with chronic illness on September 27th, 2021 in Barberton, Ohio at the age of 66.Doug is survived by his beloved wife, Rose; his children, Matt (Deb) of Bangor, ME and Nick (Jessica) of Canal Fulton, OH; his grandchildren Rylan, Olivia, Sam, Nic (Stephanie), Nate,...

Nadean Vera Thumm (Kunis) was received by her Lord and Savior on September 29, 2021. She lived a long and full life. Nadean enjoyed attending Bible Study with her friends. She loved to read. Her favorite thing to do was be with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chester. She is survived by her daughter Renee,...

Jeffery “Jeff” Barber age 62 of Cuyahoga Falls, passed away on September 25, 2021, after a courageous and hard-fought battle with lymphoma. The cancer may have beat him, but he lives on with all that knew and loved him.Jeff grew up in Kent and attended Kent Roosevelt High School. He moved to Cuyahoga Falls where he raised his family and...

Zack Hopson born September 30,1986, departed this life September 27,2021.  Zack was a very kind and generous man. He worked as a diesel mechanic and was a man of many talents. Zack spent time as a volunteer fire fighter, landscaper, and caregiver for his mother.Zack was preceded in death his father, Jerry Hopson of Auxier, Kentucky.He is survived by wife,...

Frank William Toth Sr. (79) passed away September 25, 2021. Born August 9, 1942, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. Son of late Frank J. and Margaret E.; brother of the late Margaret Miller. He is the father of surviving Frank Jr., Kenneth and James, father-in-law of, Ganna Kutuzova and grandfather to, Elliana. Frank lived most of his life in Berea, Ohio then...

Frances Darleen (Moore) Holland, age 77, went to be with her Savior Jesus Christ on September 23, 2021 at Community Hospice Truman House, New Philadelphia, Ohio. Darleen had battled COVID and its complications for a year. Darleen was born March 4, 1944, in Dallas, Texas to the late Foy J. Moore and is survived by her mother, Nettie Mae (Cauthren)...

John R. Elliott, a longtime Bedford resident passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, at the age of 74. John was the cherished and loving son of the late, Avis Marie (nee Lancaster) and Elba Elliott. Dearest brother of Dorothy Marie Salsbury and the late, Fred and Ray Elliott. John is survived by his beloved nephew, Joseph Salsbury, Margie (nee Salbury) Jacobson,...

Jeffery P. Kelly, beloved son of Theresa (nee Kubicina) (George) Thorne and William (Cathy Rouwenhorst) Kelly, passed away suddenly, September 16, 2021, at the age of 36.  He is preceded in death by his loving brother, William “Billy”; his grandparents, William Kelly, Frank and Theresa Kubicina.  Jeff is survived by his beloved brother, Jacob (Maria), and his deeply adored niece,...

Allen David Ells, aka “Big Al”; father, uncle (Funkle), brother, cousin, friend, and all-around handful, could never be properly described in an obituary.Born July 16, 1966 in Auburn Indiana, he grew up in Columbus Ohio.  Graduated from UAHS in 1985, with a football career that would follow him through college. This smiley guy would never be contained as he made...

David Callicoat age 58, of Carrollton passed away September 18. David was born on April 13, 1963. David enjoyed working when he was able and loved to do yardwork. He also loved helping others when he could. He was also an avid reader of the bible and daily devotionals. David loved to cook and enjoyed eating sweets.David is preceded in...

Judy E. Bowers (54) of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2021, surrounded by family. She was born on December 24, 1966, in Columbus, OH. In her earlier years, Judy worked at the Columbus Convention Center before becoming a stay-at-home Mother. Growing up, Judy learned & was raised in the Church. She, and her family, have been Jehovah’s...

Joseph E. Price 72 of Canal Fulton, passed away peacefully September 21, 2021, surrounded by family. He was born August 26, 1949, in Barberton, Ohio. Joe served his country proudly, with two tours in Viet Nam with the US Navy. He was Past Commander of Army/Navy 250, member of VFW Post 9795, a founding member (and DJ) of Ohio’s Northcoast...

CHESTER J. KULAK, age 92, a Navy veteran, passed away September 15, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Peggy) and cherished father of Ted (Pat), Tom, Mary, and Joe Kulak; grandfather of two, great-grandfather of four; son of the late Frank and Mary Kulak. FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Cleveland (corner of...

William Dale “Bill” Schafer age 65, passed away September 10th, 2021. Bill enjoyed riding his Harley, playing golf, and was an avid sports watcher who was very passionate about Ohio State Football. (Go Bucks!)Bill was predeceased by parents, Henry and Fern, and brother, Ronald. He leaves behind his daughter, Madison Long; longtime friend, Cherie Starcher and her daughter, Britini Starcher;...

Don passed away suddenly September 19th, 2021, at the age of 60. He was born in Massillon Ohio on December 24th, 1960, to the late Phyllis Noyes and Don Crites. Don was a Veteran of the United States Army. He is preceded in death by brother, Mark Nutter. Don is survived by his four sisters, Pauline Dacosta, Julie Cicchetti, Kay...

Kenneth M. “Kenny” Taylor Jr. age 71, of Dover, Ohio passed away September 14, 2021. He was born September 5, 1950, to the late Kenneth Sr and Dorsey (Mullins) Taylor. Kenny loved to golf and watched all sports. He loved going out to eat, going to many craft stores, festivals, and his yearly vacation to Myrtle Beach with his wife....

Daniel Ryan Barrett, age 31, was tragically taken away from us on September 17th, 2021. Born on April 2nd, 1990, Daniel lived in Canton, Ohio. Barrett attended Timken High School and graduated with his diploma through Canton City Schools Digital Academy. Daniel was known for being the life of the party with his sarcastic sense of humor, and his contagious...

“To teach is to touch a life forever” Dr. Maureen Loudin lived that quote every day of the 64 years she spent on this earth. After a two-and-a-half-year battle with ovarian cancer, Dr. Maureen (Sullivan) Loudin passed away peacefully in her Chagrin Falls, OH home in her sleep on the morning of September 18th, 2021 surrounded by her husband of...

Richard L. Ray, age 69 passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 9, 2021 after a lengthy illness.  He was born March 15, 1952, in Canton, Ohio.  Richard retired from the Timken Company after being a dedicated employee for 30 years.  Before becoming ill, Richard spent most of his time enjoying the outdoors while hunting, fishing and enjoying walks. Richard was...

Shirley A. Sharpless, 81, passed away Saturday, August 21st, 2021, after a short battle with lung cancer. She was born in Philipsburg, Pennsylvania on March 3rd, 1940, to the late Harry and Vannetta (Hoy) Smith and was the youngest of seven children. She graduated from Philipsburg High School in 1958, and married John F. Sharpless in 1972, who passed away...