Obituaries

Donna Lee Smith

Donna Lee Smith

Nov 27, 2025

Donna Lee Smith, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 27, 2025. She was born on May 10, 1948, in Akron, to Clement and Laura (Burdette) Mullennex.

A graduate of Ellet High School, Donna worked for a time as a bus driver and a deli clerk.

She attended the Chapel in Marlboro and enjoyed baking and spending...

Leon Bell

Leon Bell

Nov 26, 2025

Leon Bell, 81, of Alliance, Ohio, lifted his eyes unto the hills one final time on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, and peacefully entered the arms of the Lord, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 17, 1944, to the late Tom Sr. and Lular (Kirksey) Bell, Leon learned early that his help came from the Lord—the Maker...

Mark A. Whitaker

Mark A. Whitaker

Nov 24, 2025

Mark A. Whitaker, a lifelong resident of Alliance, passed away on Monday, November 24th, 2025 at the age of 71. Born January 10, 1954, Mark was a proud and supportive graduate of Alliance(72), Mount Union College (76) and Toledo Law School (79). After a 9 month stint working in NYC Mark decided home was where his heart was and returned...

John Davidson

John Davidson

Nov 23, 2025

John Davidson, age 83, passed away on November 23rd, 2025. He was born on March 13th, 1942, in Alliance, to James and Wilma (Reynolds) Davidson.

Since 1975, John had been the owner of Davidson Water Well Drilling LLC, a business started by his father in 1940.

John attended Beechwood Global Methodist Church. He was a member of the National Ground Water Association,...

Carol A. Gobeli

Carol A. Gobeli

Nov 21, 2025

Carol A. Gobeli, age 91, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was born on June 19, 1934, in Alliance to Leroy (Nick) Hurford and Vera (Fullerton) Hurford. She graduated from Alliance High School in 1952.

Carol attended First Immanuel United Church of Christ and was a longtime member of AARP.

Those left to cherish her memory are...

Lucy Ann Blake

Lucy Ann Blake

Nov 21, 2025

Lucy Ann Blake, age 77, passed away on November 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones at the Woodlawn Compassionate Care Center following a long illness, She was born in Alliance, Ohio on September 8th, 1948, to Robert Blake and Lucy "Higgins" Dickey.

Lucy was a person who worked very hard for everything she had, and was a generous spirit, giving as...

Sharron K. Springer

Sharron K. Springer

Nov 18, 2025

Sharron K. Springer, age 77, passed away on November 18th, 2025, at home surrounded by family. She was born on August 15th, 1948, in Alliance, Ohio, to John and Helen Mottern.

Sharron graduated from Alliance High School in 1966 and went on to work at Rodman Public Library for 37 years. She also co-owned the Mount Union Diner with her husband,...

Bruce Earl Robb

Bruce Earl Robb

Nov 18, 2025

Bruce Earl Robb, a lifelong Alliance resident, passed away on November 18, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on May 2, 1947, Bruce was a multiple-sport athlete at Alliance High School (’65) and a proud graduate of the University of Mount Union. Shortly after graduation, he was hired by his mentor, Jack Peters, to work for Stifel (formerly Butler...

Ramona Jean Middleton

Ramona Jean Middleton

Nov 15, 2025

Ramona Jean Middleton (née Lacher), 96, of Alliance, Ohio, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2025.

Born on June 22, 1929, in Alliance, she was the beloved daughter of Arthur and Mildred (Marshall) Lacher.

A faithful woman with a generous spirit, Ramona was a longtime member of Bolton Methodist Church, where she joyfully sang in the choir for many decades. Music was...

Terry M. Aldridge Jr.

Terry M. Aldridge Jr.

Nov 15, 2025

Terry M. Aldridge Jr. passed away unexpectedly on November 15, 2025, at the age of 63.

He had spent the day socializing with friends before sitting in his recliner for the evening, watching high school football play-offs on the television and listening to another game on the radio. Terry was an avid sports fan who loved the Browns and Guardians. He...

Patricia C. Matthews

Patricia C. Matthews

Nov 14, 2025

Patricia C. Matthews, age 74, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025.

She was born on October 5, 1951, in Alliance, to Paul V. and Fernande L. (Queyreud) Foley.

After 40 years of teaching at Mount Union, Pat retired as professor of economics, accounting, and business administration in 2015. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Mount Union in 1973, as...

Edwin Arthur Watson

Edwin Arthur Watson

Nov 12, 2025

Edwin Arthur Watson, born October 23, 1943 in Denver Colorado, to Eddy Edwin Watson and Mary Connor Watson, passed away quietly November 12, 2025 in Alliance, Ohio.

He is survived by his three children, D. Scott Watson, Matthew E. Watson and Molly K. Watson. Eddie grew up in Denver Colorado, learning the Automobile upholstery trade from his father. He spent his...

Paul L. Richeson Jr.

Paul L. Richeson Jr.

Nov 9, 2025

Paul L. Richeson Jr., age 88, passed away on November 9, 2025. He was born on March 31, 1937, in Canton, Ohio, to Paul and Lucy Richeson.

Paul graduated from Timken High School in 1955 and went on to work as a grinder for The Timken Company, where he dedicated 40 years of service. He enjoyed reading, working on puzzles, traveling,...

Lynn Ann Sullivan

Lynn Ann Sullivan

Nov 8, 2025

SEBRING, Ohio – Lynn Ann “Lynnie” (Cameron) Sullivan, 71, passed away of natural causes on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, in Sebring.

Born June 14, 1954, at Alliance Community Hospital, Lynn was the daughter of James Dale and Mary Ann (Papadeonise) Cameron. She graduated from Sebring High School and later attended the University of Mount Union. Lynn spent her career working for...

Karen L. Williams

Karen L. Williams

Nov 7, 2025

Karen L. Williams, age 81, passed away on November 7, 2025.

She was born on May 15, 1944 in West Virginia to Paul and Margaret Shaver and had lived in the area most of her life.

Karen had proudly served in the United States Army and had worked for the U.S. Postal service for many years.

Those left to cherish her memory are...

Melvin James Jays

Melvin James Jays

Oct 31, 2025

Melvin James Jays of Alliance died unexpectedly.

Melvin was a member of Laborers local 1015. He was also a member of PCG Church.

He was preceded in death by late wife, Cheryl Lynn Jays and parents, Melvin and Nancy Jays.

Melvin is survived by his wife, Erma Lee Jays, one brother, and one sister.

Melvin had nine children, a host grandkids, and great-grandkids.

He will...

Robert Shaffer

Robert Shaffer

Oct 31, 2025

Robert Shaffer, age 86, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025. He was born on May 18, 1939, in Alliance, to Jesse and Viola (Eckis) Shaffer.

A graduate of Alliance High School and University of Mount Union as an accounting and psychology major and member of Sigma Nu fraternity. Robert worked as the general manager at the Alliance Review and other...

Christine A. Baranyk

Christine A. Baranyk

Oct 23, 2025

Christine A. Baranyk, 72, fell into our Lord Jesus Christ’s loving embrace on Thursday, October 23, 2025.

Born in Alliance, Ohio, she was a lifelong resident, growing up on Sawburg Avenue before marrying. She was a wonderful wife, a loving mother, and a doting grandmother. As the matriarch of our family, she was our anchor and embodied her faith in Jesus...

Terry Keith Nieves

Terry Keith Nieves

Oct 22, 2025

My LoveBug, Terry Keith Nieves, gained his wings in peace on October 22, 2025. He went peacefully in no pain in Ashtabula county after suffering another stroke on Wednesday 21st 2025.

He leaves behind his loving wife Tonya, whom he married June 12, 1992 in their hometown of Alliance, Ohio. Wherever he went, he would talk about his wife and how...

James E. Salter

James E. Salter

Oct 19, 2025

James Earl Salter, age 54, passed away on October 19th, 2025.

He was born on May 3rd, 1971 in Alliance, Ohio to Joseph J. Salter and Betty (Mcleod) Salter.

He graduated from Alliance High School in 1989. James worked multiple years at Alliance Fiberglass and Sare plastics.

James enjoyed spending time with family and his dogs that he referred to as his “fur...