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Gloria L (Nies)  Rule

Gloria L (Nies) Rule

May 30, 2024

Gloria L. (Nies) Rule, a beacon of love and wisdom, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2024, in Alliance, Ohio, at the age of 93. Born on June 11, 1930, in Reading, Pennsylvania, Gloria was a cherished daughter to the late Frank and Florence (Sweigart) Nies. Her life was a testament to her enduring spirit, her commitment to her...

Frederick Norton

Frederick Norton

May 28, 2024

Frederick Homer Norton was born July 10, 1923, in Port Henry, NY, and passed away on May 28, 2024, at Crandall Medical Center, Sebring OH, surrounded by family. The son of Homer Jay and Sarah (Kimball) Norton, he grew up near Lake Champlain and the Canadian border.  He was very much “the self-made man” who came from humble roots.  ...

Robert Neel Abney

Robert Neel Abney

May 24, 2024

Born August 31, 1934 in Sebring, Ohio to Loyd W. and Mary E. Abney, Neel grew up in Sebring and the surrounding areas, graduating from Sebring McKinley high school in 1952. Neel worked most of his adult life at both the Morgan Engineering Company and also the Robert E. Roberts Engineering Company as a design engineer. While at the...

Sandra Jean (Strayer)  Manypenny

Sandra Jean (Strayer) Manypenny

May 22, 2024

Sandra Jean Manypenny, formerly of Sebring, Ohio was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024, at Allen Memorial Hospital in Oberlin, Ohio. Born on April 18, 1937, in Youngstown, Ohio, Sandra's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and spirited independence, woven through 87 years of meaningful experiences and enduring relationships....

Beulah Louise (Dunfee)  Case

Beulah Louise (Dunfee) Case

May 21, 2024

Beulah Louise Case, 86, of Copeland Oaks, formerly of Damascus and Frazeysburg, completed her earthly journey at Crandall Medical Center, in Sebring, Ohio at 6:15 p.m. on May 21, 2024. She was born at the family home in Shannon Heights, near Frazeysburg, on June 11, 1937, the firstborn daughter of the late Emerson and Mary E. (Frazier) Dunfee. She...

Judith M. Hanna

Judith M. Hanna

May 20, 2024

Judith M. Hanna, 79 of Youngstown and formerly of Alliance, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024. She was born in Waynesburg, PA on July 14, 1944 the daughter of the late George and Myrtle (Albright) Cole. She was a graduate of Sebring McKinley High School and worked as an over the road truck driver for many years. She...

Ernest W Leedy

Ernest W Leedy

May 18, 2024

Ernest W. Leedy Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and faithful servant of Christ, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on May 14, 1943, he was a cherished son of the late Ernest Sr. and Winifred Leedy. He was also preceded in death by his brother Bill Leedy, granddaughter Emily Ohlinger,...

Timothy Leon Mayle

Timothy Leon Mayle

May 16, 2024

Timothy Mayle of Akron, Ohio passed away on May 16, 2024. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

John Floyd Townsend

John Floyd Townsend

May 15, 2024

John F. Townsend Jr. 48 of Youngstown and formerly of Salem passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. John was born in Portsmouth, Ohio on May 23, 1975 and grew up in North Canton. He owned and operated Townsend's Cutting Edge Tree Service Inc. which he took much pride in. John is survived by his two children, son...

Elaine Sharon Stone

Elaine Sharon Stone

May 15, 2024

Elaine Sharon Stone, age 80, formerly of Sebring, Ohio, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024. She was a graduate of Sebring McKinley High School and later attended Ohio University for Journalism. While attending Ohio University, she took part in a singing trio group. She later worked as a bookkeeper for the Coca Cola Company and Canton Public Library....

Jeffrey Hawkins

Jeffrey Hawkins

May 14, 2024

Jeffrey "Jeff" Hawkins, 65 of Alliance passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. He was born in Alliance on March 23, 1959 the son of the late Robert and Wanda (Bebout) Hawkins. Jeff was a graduate of Marlington High School and was a US Marine Corps and US Air Force Veteran. After his service he worked with his father...

Sally Lou (Walter)  Doss

Sally Lou (Walter) Doss

May 7, 2024

Sally L. Doss, 72, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at Salem Regional Medical Center. She was born on February 4, 1952 the daughter of the late Gail and Betty(Rea) Walter. She was a graduate of Salem High School and after meeting her husband Raymond she enjoyed helping him with his various endeavors until his death in 2013....

Ercel Boggs

Ercel Boggs

May 6, 2024

Ercel Boggs, 79 passed away on May 6, 2024. Per his request no services will be held.

Phillip Earl Bush

Phillip Earl Bush

May 6, 2024

Phillip E. Bush, affectionately known as Phil to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024, in Damascus, Ohio, at the age of 81. Born on May 20, 1942, in Canton, Ohio, Phil was a man of integrity, warmth, and an unwavering sense of duty, which he carried throughout his life. Phil was a graduate of...

Shirley Evelyn Carman

Shirley Evelyn Carman

May 6, 2024

Shirley Evelyn Carman, 97, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024. She was born in Kensington, Ohio on April 25, 1927 to Wilbur and Reta Amon. Shirley retired from Queens China, where she worked in the decal department. She was a graduate of Augusta High School. Shirley enjoyed playing cards, doing crossword puzzles and going to casinos. Her favorite...

Margaret Kurtz

Margaret Kurtz

May 4, 2024

Margaret "Peggy" (Criss) Kurtz, a beacon of love and joy, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2024, in Beloit, Ohio, at the age of 88. Born on June 15, 1935, in Berlin Center, Ohio, to the late Thurman and Caroline (Cummins) Criss, Peggy was a cherished figure in her community and a source of unwavering kindness to all who...

Steven Mcleod

Steven Mcleod

May 3, 2024

Steven E. McLeod, a respected veteran and cherished community member, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2024, at the age of 68, in his hometown of Alliance, Ohio. Born on June 22, 1955, to Clyde "Smokey" and Martha (Stenger) McLeod, Steven's life was one of dedication, service, and love for his family and friends. Steven's formative years in Alliance...

Nancy Eileen (Simmons)  Menges

Nancy Eileen (Simmons) Menges

May 2, 2024

Nancy Menges, age 85, passed away on Thursday,May 2nd at Altercare of Louisville. She was born July 31, 1938 in Monroe County, Ohio, to Frank and Lucy (Mobley) Simmons. She was a member of The Church of Christ. Survivors include siblings Kathy (Rick) Sacco, Lloyd Dean (Shirley) Simmons, Ralph (Judy) Simmons, Ross Simmons, Alan Simmons and Bettye Simmons. Besides...

Mona (Russ)  Henderson

Mona (Russ) Henderson

Apr 30, 2024

Mona Jo (Brunie) Henderson, a beacon of light and love in the lives of all who knew her, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2024, at the age of 78, in Alliance, Ohio. Born on October 1, 1945, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Edward A. and Maxine E. (Russ) Brunie, Mona's life was one rich in family, education,...

Josephine Marie (Rulli)  Janik

Josephine Marie (Rulli) Janik

Apr 29, 2024

Josephine Janik, 86, beloved mother, and a beacon of love and dedication to her family and community, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024, in Salem, Ohio. Born at home on March 3, 1938, on her mother's birthday in Youngstown, Ohio, Josephine's life journey was one of devotion, service, and joy. She was a woman whose warmth and kindness...

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