All Obituaries

  Shirley Y. (Willis) Haupt, age 83, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021.    She was born on February 22, 1938 in Barberton, Ohio to William and Mary (Lacus) Willis.     A 1956 graduate of Alliance High School, Shirley was employed at Royal China and Lawson Dairy.    She was also a housewife and a member of the Elks Auxiliary.    Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Donald R. Haupt, whom she married, July...

William "Bill" Godfred Blasiman III, age 64, of Alliance, passed away on September 20, 2021. On December 14, 1956, he was born in Alliance to William Godfred and Evelene (Anderson) Blasiman II.  A graduate of Marlington High School, Bill worked as a welder and heavy equipment operator. He was a member of the Maranatha Church of God, the American Legion, and the National Rifle Association. A veteran of the United States Navy, Bill was very patriotic and loved his...

Bradley “Brad” Lee Barr, age 65, of Alliance died September 19, 2021 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 7, 1956 in Canton, Ohio to Walter “Doc” and Marilyn (Owens) Barr. Brad graduated from Perry High School. He retired from Nickles Bakery. Brad enjoyed many years coaching baseball, participating in the Marlington Youth wrestling program and being a 4-H advisor. Brad had a smile and infectious laugh that were welcoming to all who knew...

Keith Allen Bourne, age 71, of Paris, passed away at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Rose Lane in Massillon. He was born February 2, 1950 in Alliance, Ohio to Donald and Helen (Zimmerman) Bourne. Keith graduated from Alliance High School and was a Mail Carrier for more than twenty years. A decorated U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran; he received numerous awards, including a Purple Heart. Keith enjoyed NASCAR, naming his stock car ’02, for his two children, he loved riding four...

Susan Wise, age 68, of Alliance, passed away at her home on September 14, 2021 at 4:21 a.m. She was born on August 16, 1953 in Canton, Ohio to Steve Szakacs and Vera Robart.  Susan was an aide for Roselane Nursing home for over 10 years, but spent most of her life as a homemaker raising her children. She enjoyed doing puzzles, crocheting and spending time with family.  Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Michael A. Wise Sr, whom she married on May 14, 1977; her...

Donna Jean Ermlich, age 91, of Alliance passed away on September 12, 2021. She was born on February 5, 1930 in Alliance to Chester Elliott and Thelma (Russell) Elliott.  Donna graduated from Alliance High School in 1948 and from Mount Union with a Bachelor’s in Elementary Education in 1951 where she was a member of the Delta Delta Delta Sorority. She taught at South Liberty and South Lincoln Elementary until her retirement in 1965. Donna was an avid supporter of The University...

Brenda Jean (Sullivan) Zinda, age 53, of Alliance, passed away on September 9, 2021 due to complications from Covid-19. She was born on July 28, 1968 in McKeesport, PA to William and Sarah (Evans) Sullivan. Brenda graduated from Stark State College with an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and was the owner of Brenda’s Caring Hands Daycare for 25 years. She was a diehard Steeler’s fan, loved scrapbooking, baking and was an aunt to everyone. Brenda was also...

Samson A. Woods, age 80, of Atwater passed away on September 8, 2021. He was born on May 12, 1941 in Persinger, West Virginia to William Ward Woods and Malvarie Gladys Ward.  Sam was a member of Truth Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing at West Branch and Mogadore Reservoir, gardening and mowing his yard.  Sam loved his dog, Chunky. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda M. (McCutcheon) Woods, whom he married on October 7, 1978; sons, William (Renee) Woods and Ben...

MaryAnn Johnson, age 82, of Alliance passed away on September 7, 2021. She was born on December 15, 1938 in Louisville to James Max and Anna (Raynard) Robson.  MaryAnn graduated from Marlboro High School in 1957. She worked as a surgical technician for Robinson Memorial Hospital, drove a school bus for Marlington Local Schools, retired from Buckeye Market and was always working on the family farm. MaryAnn was a member of Marlboro Christian Church where she taught pre-school, worked in...

Herbert Paul Brady, age 66, of Alliance passed away on September 4, 2021.He was born on March 31, 1955 in Alliance to Derwood “Gat” Brady and Elaine (Moore) Lorden. Herb graduated from Marlington High School. He worked for 40 years as a driller in the oil fields. Herb participated in Boy Scouts when he was younger. He enjoyed working on trucks and fishing. Herb also liked hunting for treasures at auctions, garage sales and flea markets. Most of all Herb loved his grandson,...