Annie Rae Kirksey
Jun 29, 2026
Annie R. Kirksey, age 94, passed away on June 29, 2026.
She was born on April 19, 1932, in Clio, Alabama, to Raymond Pryor and Maggie M. McBride.
A 1950 graduate of Alliance High School, Annie worked at United Co-Op, Alliance Manufacturing, and as a secretary at Franklin Elementary School. She went above and beyond for her students, determined to help them...
Dorothy Sanford
Jun 25, 2026
Dorothy Belle Sanford, age 103, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
She was born on April 19, 1923, in Copley, OH, to Edwin and Alice (Chapman) Francisco.
Dorothy worked as a film maker for Electronic Circuit and Design and enjoyed painting, bowling and caring for her flowers.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Donna Jean Freeman and Danny Lashley;...
Polly A. Watson
Jun 25, 2026
Polly A. Watson, age 92, went home to be with the Lord on June 25, 2026.
She was born on February 21, 1934 in Canton, Ohio to John & Edith (Lender) Miner.
Polly graduated from Lehman High School in 1952 and attended THE Ohio State University. She is also a member of The Chapel in Marlboro.
She was a stay at home mom...
Kennedy Anne Wise
Jun 19, 2026
Kennedy Anne Wise, 15, of Alliance, Ohio, passed away on June 19, 2026.
Born on October 25, 2010, in Alliance, Ohio, Kennedy was the beloved daughter of Devin Vance and Kevin Wise. She attended Alliance High School, where she was known for her bright smile, caring heart, and vibrant personality. Kennedy had a passion for beauty and cosmetology. She was a...
Walter E. Hill Jr.
Jun 18, 2026
Walter E. Hill Jr., age 73, passed away on June 18, 2026. He was born on September 12, 1952, in Alliance, to Walter E. Hill Sr. and Mabel Anne (Engle) Hill.
Walt graduated from Alliance High School. Together with his brother, Mike, he built and established Hill’s Heating & Cooling and worked there until his retirement in 2010.
Walt enjoyed fishing, hunting...
Eugene A. Devies
Jun 16, 2026
Eugene A. Devies, age 87, passed away on June 16, 2026. He was born on June 16, 1939 to Eugene C. and Geraldine V. Devies
Gene graduated from Marlboro High School in 1957 and then obtained his bachelors and masters in education from Kent State University. Gene worked as a guidance counselor at West Branch High School for 33 years until...
Carol M. Kidd
Jun 15, 2026
Carol M. Kidd (nee Haidet), 72, of Alliance, a devoted animal lover and a woman of strong Christian faith, passed away at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio, on Monday, June 15, 2026. She had suffered a heart attack two days prior.
Born on Oct. 12, 1953, in Alliance, Carol was the third among five children born to Lavere L. and Eileen...
Lois J. Briggs
Jun 13, 2026
Lois J. Briggs, age 97, passed away on June 13, 2026. She was born on July 24, 1928, in Smith Township, to Ellis and Rhea (Buehler) Emmons.
Lois graduated from Mount Union College where she was a member of the Tri Delta Sorority. She then worked as an English teacher at West Branch Junior High.
Lois was a member of First Immanuel...
Katharine Ann Morris
Jun 2, 2026
Long-time Alliance City Schools teacher and mother of seven, Katharine Ann Morris, 81, of Alliance, Ohio died peacefully at home on June 2, 2026 after a long struggle with dementia (Alzheimer’s). She is survived by her husband, William “Bill” Morris.
Kate was born in Venice, Florida in 1945 to Robert and Joan Carr. Robert was stationed in Venice after serving as...
Pettie Shields
May 30, 2026
Pettie Shields, age 77, passed away on May 30, 2026. She was born on December 15, 1948, in Batavia, Ohio, to Jim and Jan (Mulligan) Hodges.
Pettie graduated from Batavia High School and attended The Ohio State University. She was the director of youth choirs, administrative secretary and member of vocal and handbell choirs at Christ United Methodist Church for many...
Harry "Lee" Weibush Jr.
May 30, 2026
Harry "Lee" Weibush, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, and known to most simply as "Poppy," passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family.
Lee was born on July 5, 1947 to Harry Lee Weibush, Sr. and Antoinette Marie Boschini Weibush, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Mildred Johnson.
A...
Karol Lynn Lampe
May 20, 2026
Karol Lynn Lampe, age 68, passed away on May 20, 2026. She was born on October 4, 1957, in Alliance, to Harold and Catherine (Bainter) Lampe.
Karol graduated from Saint Thomas Aquinas High School in 1975, earned her bachelor's degree from Mount Union College in 1979, and completed her master's degree at Kent State University in 1983. She started her career...
Bonnie Holland
May 20, 2026
Bonnie Robb Holland passed away on May 20, 2026, at the age of 84. She was born on May 4, 1942 in Maximo, OH to Glen and Marcella Moore.
Bonnie was a 1960 graduate of Louisville High School and lived in Alliance most of her life. She worked at various physician’s offices through her years. Dr. Lembright, Drs. Baker and Fitzelle,...
Jack Owen Jr.
May 19, 2026
Jack Owen Jr., age 71, passed away on May 19, 2026. He was born on August 4, 1954, in Canton, to Jack Owen Sr. and Dora Beeson.
Jack worked as a welder and fabricator. He loved being outdoors and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Jack also like spending time with his family, playing pool and listening to music.
Those left to cherish his...
Edward William Bean
May 17, 2026
Edward William Bean, age 43, passed away unexpectedly on May 17, 2026. He was born on October 30, 1982 in Canton, Ohio to Russell and Sandra Bean. He graduated from Marlington High School before furthering his education at Stark State College where he earned his Associates Degree in Power Utility Technology.
Edward found great joy in jiu jitsu and worked hard...
Patricia Ann Gabelt
May 14, 2026
Patricia “Pat” Ann (Porter) Gabelt, 94, of Dawson, PA, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Summa Hospital in Akron, Ohio.
She was born March 26, 1932, in Connellsville, a daughter of the late John R. and Thelma (Wilkins) Porter.
Pat was a lifelong member of Immaculate Conception R.C. Church and married James Francis Gabelt there on Thanksgiving Day, November 27,...
Ashley Bryant
May 13, 2026
Ashley Bryant, age 38, passed away on May 13, 2026. She was born on October 7, 1987, in Alliance, to Robert and Betty (Thomas) Bryant Sr.
Ashley graduated from Alliance High School in 2006. She loved her family, especially her kids.
Those left to cherish her memory are her parents; children, Alexis Bailey, Adyn Lalu, Andrew Bryant, and Audri’anna Underwood; siblings, Katrina...
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...
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