Roger "Curly" Gleich
Aug 13, 2025
Roger “Curly” Gleich, age 94, passed away on August 13, 2025 in Fort Myers, Florida.
He was born on August 16, 1930, in Alliance, to Charles and Leah (Marquay) Gleich.
He graduated from Alliance High School. Curly worked for the Alliance Street department from 1947-1982 and was the Superintendent from 1963-1982. Upon his retirement he moved to Ft. Myers, Florida. Curly was...
Patricia Ann Henderhan
Aug 13, 2025
Patricia Ann Henderhan, age 72, passed away on August 13, 2025.
She was born on March 5, 1953, in Alliance, to Norman and Annabelle (Steves) Bichsel.
Patricia worked as a caregiver for various group homes.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Anne (Jim) Smith; grandchildren, Noah and Eden Smith; brothers, Chuck, Ern, and Harold; and sisters, Ruth, Sue, Sally, and...
Michael P. Harsh
Aug 12, 2025
Michael P. Harsh (“Mike”), 72, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Bel Air Care Center, after a long and courageous battle with diabetes.
Mike was born on February 4, 1953, in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina (Marine Corps base) to Paul and Dolores (Gwynne) Harsh.
A 1971 graduate of Alliance High School, he played trumpet during the AHS band’s “Glory Days,”...
Robert Lee Showers
Aug 10, 2025
In loving memory of Robert Lee Showers, loved husband, dad, grandpa, uncle, cousin, and friend.
Robert, affectionately known as Bob, is survived by his wife, Linda Showers; his daughters, Christy Eberling (Scott), Jennifer Maley (Ronnie); his grandchildren, Brandon Eberling, Kaitlyn Maley, Conner Maley, Dakota Eberling, and Cheyenne Eberling; his siblings, Jack Showers, David Showers, and Ethel Jean Picknally; and several nieces,...
David Rea Held
Aug 10, 2025
David Rea Held, age 82, passed away on August 10, 2025.
He was born on October 4, 1942 in Alliance.
David graduated from Alliance High School in 1960. He worked as a die maker at General Motors in Lordstown for 31 years. David served honorably in the United States Air Force. He enjoyed fishing and gardening.
Those left to cherish his memory are...
Albert Philip Kirksey
Aug 6, 2025
Albert Philip Kirksey, age 75, passed away on August 6, 2025.
He was born on February 8, 1950, in Alliance, to Albert and Janet Lee Kirksey.
Albert graduated from Alliance High School and Kent State University and worked as an HR manager. He served honorably in the United State Army as a military policeman.
Albert enjoyed spending time with his family and watching...
Donald J. Church
Aug 6, 2025
Donald J. Church, age 87, was reunited with his wife on August 6, 2025.
He was born on February 28, 1938, in Fairmount, West Virginia, to Joseph and Martha (Summers) Church.
Donald worked as a Millwright at Sandcap for 43 years. He also worked at Murphy’s Muffler.
Donald loved hot rods and enjoyed working on them with his son at his shop.
Those left...
Vickie L. Edwards
Aug 5, 2025
Vickie L. Edwards, age 68, of Alliance, passed away peacefully after a brave battle with cancer on August 5, 2025.
Vickie was born on October 29, 1956 to Robert C. Edwards and Edna M. (Kuntzman) Edwards.
She worked in the transportation industry for over 36 years. Vickie was a devoted member of the First Immanuel United Church of Christ.
In life she enjoyed...
Patricia Lee Henry
Jul 30, 2025
Patricia Lee Henry, 86, passed away peacefully with loved ones at her home in Alliance, Ohio, after a long illness. Her family takes solace in knowing she is at peace with Jesus and reunited with her husband, Bill, after 37 long years.
She was born April 4, 1939, in Chillicothe, Ohio, to parents Norman Earl Knisely (1914-1980) and Norma Jean Thurman...
Tara M. Springer Klapp
Jul 29, 2025
Tara M. Springer Klapp, 52, of Cuyahoga Falls, went home to be with her Lord and Savior July 29, 2025. Tara was born February 5, 1973 to Gary Springer and Andrea McArtor.
Tara graduated from Alliance High School and worked her way through school. She worked at many places including Aultman Alliance Community Hospital, but the place she loved the most...
Alan S. Oyster
Jul 27, 2025
Alan S. Oyster, age 76, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, with his family by his side.
He was born on November 16, 1948, in Alliance, to Oscar and Katherine Oyster.
Alan graduated from Marlington High School in 1966. He worked as a technician for Ohio Bell and AT&T for 42 years. Alan was on the board of directors and was...
Rochelle Holmes
Jul 22, 2025
Rochelle Holmes, age 67, passed away on July 22, 2025.
She was born on July 14, 1958, in Alliance, to Jacob and Gillie Mae Holmes.
Rochelle graduated from Alliance High School. She was formerly employed at Little Tykes and Sterling Plastics, both in Hudson. Rochelle was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Alliance before moving to Akron and attending Eternal Life...
Virginia Eileen Kibler
Jul 18, 2025
Virginia Eileen Kibler, age 96, passed away on July 18, 2025.
She was born on March 23, 1929 in New Waterford, Ohio, to Jesse and Beatrice Middleton.
Virginia graduated from Alliance High School. She retired from Alliance Bureau Collections collection agency. She was a member of Maximo Zion Church.
Virginia enjoyed reading, traveling and watching Hallmark movies. More than anything, she loved spending...
Marian Young
Jul 17, 2025
Marian Young departed from life on July 17, 2025.
She was born on August 6, 1945 to Elliot and Lillian (Kirksey) Young. Marian was the youngest of 14 children all of which preceded her in death except for her sister, Barbara Jean Walker.
Marian leaves behind her loving husband of 59 years, Winfred E. Young Sr.; her children, Tatia Young, Tylou Young,...
Darlene Marie Bradley
Jul 13, 2025
Darlene Marie Bradley, age 94, took the ‘highway to heaven’ on July 13, 2025.
She was born on May 12, 1931, in Alliance, to Oscar and Helen (Warren) Hoffman.
Darlene graduated from Alliance High School in 1949 and one year later married John L. Bradley on May 7, 1950. She worked in data entry at Robertson’s Heating and Supply for 26 years...
Scott R. Neil
Jul 13, 2025
Scott R. Neil passed from his earthly home to his heavenly home to be with our Lord on July 13, 2025. He was born on March 9, 1955, in Washington, PA to Roy and Mariem Neil Campbell. Scott was a graduate of California Area High School & California University of PA with a degree in Biology. Scott spent most of...
Celina Toby Zorich
Jul 10, 2025
Celina T. Zorich, age 75, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on August 4, 1949, in Cleveland, OH, to Louis and Nettie (Kerrett) Golnick.
Celina graduated from Eastlake North High School and attended classes at Cuyahoga Community College. A talented seamstress from a young age, she maintained a creative curiosity throughout her life...
Mark Edwin McCain
Jul 9, 2025
Mark Edwin McCain, age 64, passed away on July 9, 2025.
He was born on August 23, 1960, in Alliance, to Robert and Frances Mae (Fording) McCain.
Mark graduated from Alliance High School in 1978. He then went on to obtain his Bachelors’ from the University of Akron. Mark served honorably in the United States Navy on the USS Kitty Hawk.
He was...
Jean K. Mabry
Jul 8, 2025
Jean K. Mabry, age 75, passed away on July 8, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born on April 17, 1950, in Alliance, to Eldis R. Zeller Sr. and Helen (Stryffeler) Carnahan.
Jean graduated from Marlington High School in 1969. She worked for several years at Sherwood Manufacturing and then at Venetra Manufacturing for 17 years until her...
Patricia A. Summers
Jul 7, 2025
Patricia A. Summers, age 85, passed away on July 7, 2025.
She was born on August 18, 1939, in Alliance, to Chester A. and Thelma (Russell) Elliott.
Patricia graduated from Alliance High School in 1957. She worked in records at Alliance Police Department for 22 years until her retirement in 2005. Pat was a member of Science Hill Community Church and attended...
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