Manny C. Haupt
Oct 30, 2025
Manny Clair Haupt, age 79, of Palm Coast, FL, formally of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
He was born February 21, 1946 in Jacksonville, FL to Harry C. and Hazel (Allison) Haupt.
Manny graduated from Alliance High school, attended Kent State University and also served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps.
He was a life member of the...
Ronald Ford
Feb 13, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald Ford announce his passing on February 13, 2026 at the age of 76.
Ron will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 53 years, Sally (Scarbino) Ford; son, Daron; brother, Daved (Debbie); and a niece and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl Ford and Ruth Wachsman and a...
John Brodzinski Jr.
May 13, 2026
John Brodzinski Jr., age 96, passed away on May 13, 2026. He was born on October 13, 1929, in Adena, Ohio, to John Sr. and Katherine (Kowalczyk) Brodzinski.
John worked as an electrician for Morgan Engineering and later the Ford Motor Company for 36 years until his retirement in 1992.
John was a member of the Washington Ruritans and enjoyed gardening. He...
Sharon Elaine VanCamp
May 12, 2026
Sharon Elaine VanCamp, age 70, passed away on May 12, 2026. She was born on February 11, 1956, in Canton, to Kenneth and Carmella (Camarata) Vaughn.
Sharon graduated from Louisville High School in 1974. She was the assistant manager at Goodwill in Hartville.
Sharon loved her grandkids, her animals, and taking care of her home.
Those left to cherish her memory are her...
Deborah Goshorn
May 11, 2026
Deborah Lynn Goshorn, age 66, passed away on May 11, 2026. She was born on June 5, 1959, in Alliance, to Martin and Linda (Peppel) Carpenter.
Deborah worked for Robertson Heating Supply for 25 years as their trip coordinator. She was truly blessed with the friends she made in some of her supervisors, the sales force, customers, and people in the...
Ethel Ann Kleiver
May 9, 2026
Ethel Ann Kleiver, Age, passed away Saturday May 9, 2026.
She was born August 26, 1925 in Alliance, Ohio to Alex and Anna Saus.
Ethel was a lifelong resident of Alliance and a 1944 graduate of Alliance High School.
She was employed at American Steel Foundries and B&W Rush Street Works.
Ethel enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and crossword puzzles.
She was preceded in death by her...
Craig Michael Barker
May 7, 2026
Craig Michael “Mike” Barker, age 74, cherished son and brother, died on Thursday, May 7, 2026, surrounded by family. Mike was born on December 14, 1951, in Alliance, Ohio to Virgil Lee Barker and Pearl Viola (Linaburg). He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Alliance and graduated from Marlington High School, class of ’71.
Mike and his parents...
Patricia L. Pickerel
May 5, 2026
Patricia L. Pickerel, age 84, passed away on May 5, 2026. She was born on August 8, 1941, in Sistersville, WV, to Ronald and Nora (Stolarik) Haught.
Patricia loved quilting, crocheting and doing others crafts. She won awards for her paintings at the State Fair.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Edward and Steven (Penny Collins- her special friend)...
Patricia Ann Ray
May 1, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Ann Ray, age 91 passed away on May 1, 2026, in Canton, Ohio. Born on May 29, 1934, she lived a life filled with meticulous organization, loving relationships, and thoughtful engagements with those around her.
Patricia was a proud graduate of Minerva High School, Class of 1952.
She dedicated many years of her career as a telephone switchboard operator, working...
Martha Jean Sandrus
Apr 29, 2026
Martha Jean Sandrus, age 105, passed away on April 29, 2026. She was born on August 17, 1920, in Alliance, to John Fremont and Ora V. (Battershell) Haas.
Martha graduated from Alliance High School in 1938. She attended Alliance Business College and worked for Jay’s and Tolerton Company.
Martha was a member of Lexington United Methodist where she served as treasurer for...
Roscoe West Jr.
Apr 27, 2026
Roscoe West Jr., age 82, passed away on April 27, 2026. He was born on January 14, 1944, in Alliance, to Roscoe West Sr. and Desma Hawkins.
Roscoe enjoyed boxing, fishing, and gardening. He was a Cleveland Browns and Cavaliers fan and loved Motown and Blues music. Most of all Roscoe loved spending time with his family and friends.
Those left to...
John Dickson Jr.
Apr 21, 2026
John Dickson Jr., age 53, passed away on April 21, 2026. He was born on November 27, 1972, in Alliance, to John and Wanda (Admire) Dickson Sr.
John attended Alliance City School and worked at Stark Metal Sales. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and cookouts.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Kayla Dickson (Albert Williams) and Crystal Dickson (Steven Venable);...
Harold L. Howell
Apr 17, 2026
Harold L. Howell, age 89, passed away on April 17, 2026. He was born on September 4, 1936, in Bloomingdale, Ohio, to Frederick and Margaret (Newburn) Howell.
Harold graduated from Carrollton High School in 1952. He worked at Alliance Drop Forge for over 20 years and then as a custodian for Regal Metal Company. Harold was a member of Augusta Christian...
Lana Rae Vogus
Apr 16, 2026
Lana Rae Vogus, age 65, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2026. She was born on June 21, 1960, in Alliance, to Harold and Sylvia (Bosworth) Vogus and was a lifelong resident.
Georgie was a member of the Alliance Church of the Nazarene and the Alliance Xexcel Workshop.
She loved music of any kind and was a huge fan of Elvis and...
Gertrude M. Miller
Apr 15, 2026
Gertrude M. (Adams) Miller, age 86, passed away on April 15 2026. She was born on November 16, 1939, in Rowena, New Brunswick, Canada, to Thomas and Mildred (Goodine) Adams.
Trudy was the deli manager at Giant Eagle for 23 years. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Cheryl (George) Zapotoczny,...
Shirley J. Truax
Apr 14, 2026
Shirley J. Truax, age 89, passed away on April 14, 2026. She was born on August 30, 1936, in Canton, Ohio, to Victor and Mary (Sanko) Polosky.
She graduated from McKinley High School.
Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Todd (Tami) Truax; daughter, Barbara Edwards (Kasey Fox); son-in-law, Scott Tomkins; grandchildren, Matthew (Erin) Truax, Jared Truax (Taylor McCarthy), Megan...
Shirley A. Cook
Apr 14, 2026
Shirley A. Cook, age 94, passed away on April 14, 2026. She was born on January 18, 1932, in Salem, to Lester H. and Marie (Oborn) Baldinger.
Shirley attended Ohio State and the University of Akron. She worked as a home economics teacher at Marlington for 21 years.
Shirley was a member of the Alliance Women’s Shrine Club and The Alliance Women’s...
Ronald P. Dramble
Apr 13, 2026
Ronald P. Dramble, age 78, passed away on April 13, 2026. He was born on February 11, 1948, in Alliance, to George Ray and Genevie (Fogle) Dramble.
Ronald graduated from Marlington High School and years later won the Ohio Athletic Recognition Award. He served honorably in the United States Army in Germany where he wrestled and played football and was awarded...
Martha Jane Honaker
Apr 12, 2026
Martha Jane (Weaver) Honaker, age 88, passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 after a five-year battle with adenoid cystic carcinoma. Born Feb. 5, 1938 in Alliance to Lawrence Elmer (L.E.) and Alta (Youtz) Weaver, Martha graduated from Alliance High School in 1956.
Before marriage, Martha was employed as a secretary at Master Feed & Seed Co. and McKinley Buick Co.,...
Russell E. Ramser Jr.
Apr 9, 2026
Russell E. “Bud” Ramser Jr., age 90, passed away on April 9, 2026.
He was born October 19, 1935 in Alliance, Ohio to Russell E. Ramser and Lillian (Harris) Ramser.
Bud graduated from Alliance High School and worked as a Diesinker at Alliance Drop Forge before retiring from Crown Heating.
A member of the Alliance BPOE #467, Bud served two terms as Exalted...


