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Robert Mccoy Makin

Robert Mccoy Makin

May 15, 2023

Robert McCoy Makin, age 83, of Salem, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on May 15, 2023. Born on July 3, 1939, in Alliance, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert and Helen Makin. A lifelong resident of the area, Robert was a proud alumnus of Alliance High School. Throughout his life, he was known for his...

Virginia "Jinny" (Bartlett)  Schreckengost

Virginia "Jinny" (Bartlett) Schreckengost

May 12, 2023

Virginia "Jinny" I. Schreckengost, nee Bartlett, was born in 1929 in the Michigan small town of Lake Odessa, living several years on the family farm/homestead before moving into town. She went to Otterbein College in Ohio where she met her husband, George. Together they raised 5 children, teaching them to love the Lord, and each other. Jinny shared her...

Brian Phelps

Brian Phelps

May 9, 2023

Brian Lee Phelps, 70 of Sebring went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 9, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents; Julia Anne (Huhak) and George Rodney Phelps. He is survived by a brother Rodney Gordon Phelps of Camden, NC a sister in law Barbara (Lou) Phelps, niece Mchelle Phelps, grand nephew David, niece...

Joseph Paul Conner

Joseph Paul Conner

May 9, 2023

Joseph P. Conner Sr., a loving father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2023, in Sebring, Ohio. Born on February 4, 1963, in Alliance, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert Conner Sr. and Betty Henson. Joseph is survived by his stepfather, Frank Henson, and stepmother, Barbara Conner. He was a father to his...

Frank Kurtz

Frank Kurtz

May 7, 2023

We are saddened to announce the passing of Frank Martin "Shorty" Kurtz Sr. of Beloit, Ohio. He passed at age 92 on May 7th, 2023. Frank was a resident of McCrea Manor for 2 years where he lived his last days with Alzheimer's disease. Frank was a graduate of Endinburg High School and served in the Ravenna National Guard...

Margaret Jean Bloor

Margaret Jean Bloor

May 6, 2023

Margaret "Marg" Jean (Marshall) Bloor, 81 of Sebring passed away on May 6, 2023. She was born om February 3, 1942 the daughter of the late Beatrice V. (Slusser) and Ralph A. Marshall. She was a 1960 graduate of Alliance High School and received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Math and Education from Kent State University in 1965 and...

Lori (Murphy) Ullman

Lori (Murphy) Ullman

Apr 30, 2023

Ida "Lori" (Murphy) Ullman, 68 of Sebring passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2023. She was born in Salem, Ohio on August 1, 1954 the daughter of the late Kenneth and Marguerite (Durbin) Murphy. She was a 1973 graduate of West Branch Schools and worked for We're Rolling Pretzel Company for 10 years and as an STNA for 14...

Sharon Sue Benner

Sharon Sue Benner

Apr 29, 2023

Sharon S. Benner, 74, of Homeworth passed away on April 29, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Thurman and Minnie Dillon. She worked as an associate for Kings Department Store and for Longaberger Basket making interiors. She enjoyed sewing, spending time in the outdoors, going to Bingo and playing cards however spending time with her family was...

April L. Taylor

April L. Taylor

Apr 27, 2023

April Taylor, 39, of Salem, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at the Cleveland Clinic from a brain aneurysm. She was born on November 24, 1983 in East Liverpool, Ohio the daughter of the late Blanche McPherson and Edward Taylor. She was a 2003 graduate of East Liverpool High School,...

Kinsley Boggs

Kinsley Boggs

Apr 25, 2023

Kinsley Ann Boggs, 7 months old, beloved daughter, granddaughter, niece and cousin, was called to her eternal resting place on April 25, 2023. Kinsley entered this world on September 12, 2022, in Beaver Pennsylvania, born to Marcus Boggs and Maddison Ashbaugh Boggs. Kinsley is survived by her parents, grandmother Hannah Boggs, grandfather Marcell Carter and grandfather Robert Ashbaugh, and...

Richard Wright

Richard Wright

Apr 24, 2023

A famous writer once said "We make a living by what we get, we make a life by what we give." Growing up, he was the definition of a provider. Richard Wright was born on March 17th, 1962 in Salem Ohio. He was the first born to his father, Dennis Wright and the late Sandra (Comanisi)Wright, both of Salem...

George Nyktas

George Nyktas

Apr 24, 2023

George Nyktas, it is with great sadness we share with you the loss of our beloved "Old Man George" George Christian Nyktas on Monday, April 24, 2023. A resident of Leetonia, Ohio, George was born and lived more than half of his life in Salem, Ohio. There, he attended Salem Senior High school, graduating in 1968. He spent some...

Stacy Woods

Stacy Woods

Apr 24, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Stacy Woods, 57, of Youngstown. We celebrate the life of an extraordinary person who touched the hearts of so many. Stacy was born on May 5, 1965 in Alliance to the late Jack Jr. and Gloria Woods. She was born with Down syndrome, a condition that never defined...

James Dale Cameron

James Dale Cameron

Apr 22, 2023

James Dale Cameron, 88, passed away at Canterbury Villa in Alliance on Saturday, April 22, 2023. James was born in Sebring, Ohio on November 15, 1934 to the late Donald and Ruth Ann Cameron and lived in Sebring all of his life. In his youth, James played American Legion and Hot Stove League baseball and played softball under the lights...

Jeffrey Lee Gans

Jeffrey Lee Gans

Apr 9, 2023

Jeffrey L. Gans, 69, of Sebring passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio. Jeffrey was born on December 26, 1953 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to the late George and Aline (Bienko) Gans. He was a member fo St. Ann Catholic Church. Jeffrey was a member of Beloit Ruritans for over 10 years and served...

Connie Lou (Reno)  Morris

Connie Lou (Reno) Morris

Apr 8, 2023

Connie L. Morris, 67 of Salem went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 8, 2023 after a noble fight against cancer. She was born in Ravenna, Ohio on April 26, 1955. She was the daughter of Charles Reno and Dorothy (McKenzie) Gibson. Connie was the Owner of Ohio News and Lottery with her husband. She loved the...

William Henry Court Sr.

William Henry Court Sr.

Apr 5, 2023

William H. Court Sr., 73, of Alliance passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at Aultman Alliance Hospital. Bill was born in Alliance, Ohio on November 1, 1949 to the late Floyd Court and Donna (Wogan) Court Denny. William was a proud United Sates Army Veteran. Bill worked as a carpenter staring in 1972 working as a sub contractor...

Donna Mather

Donna Mather

Apr 4, 2023

Donna Mather, 79, of Alliance passed away on Monday, April 4, 2023 at Altercare of Alliance. Donna was born on February 29, 1944 in Sistersville, WV to the late Arthur and Naomi (Henderson) Speece. Donna enjoyed to travel especially visiting West Virginia with her sisters and spending time with her family and grandchildren. Donna is survived by her children...

James Frederick Hahlen

James Frederick Hahlen

Apr 4, 2023

Jim Hahlen, 85, passed away peacefully on April 4th, 2023 at his home in Alliance, Ohio. His battle with Parkinson's Disease showed his courage in facing challenges with a smile and continued love of life. Jim was born on September 9, 1937 to Laverne (Schoeni) Hahlen-Mani and Kenneth Hahlen in Alliance. Jim learned the value of hard work as...

Bertha G (Swaiger)  Day

Bertha G (Swaiger) Day

Mar 26, 2023

Bertha G. (Swiger) Day, 89, of Salem, Ohio passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at her home. Bertha was born on March 27, 1933 in Guilford Lake to the late Golden and Mary (Moser) Swiger. Bertha worked at Essex III as an STNA. Bertha will be missed by her family and friends. Per Bertha's wishes no services will take...

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