Obituaries

Patricia A. Nutial

Patricia A. Nutial

Sep 15, 2025

Patricia A. Nutial, age 84, passed away on September 15, 2025.

She was born on January 13, 1941, in Alliance, to Robert E. and Eva L. (Richards) MacLean.

Patricia was a graduate of Alliance High School. She was a member of First Christian Church where she sang in the choir. Patricia was a member of the Qui Vive Club. She enjoyed reading...

Mary Louise McMillan Ford

Mary Louise McMillan Ford

Sep 11, 2025

Mary Louise McMillan Ford, age 100, of Sebring, died in the care of Copeland Oaks Assisted Living, surrounded by family on September 11, 2025.

The daughter of Guy Leslie and Lou Nalley McMillan, Mary Louise was born on December 23, 1924 at her childhood home, near Milton, Iowa. She fondly remembered being raised as an only child on a small farm...

Clarence A. Warner

Clarence A. Warner

Sep 11, 2025

Clarence A. Warner, age 90, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025, his 72nd wedding anniversary.

He was born on November 17, 1934, in Alliance, to Cecil C. and Mary M. (Greene) Warner.

He was a member of Atwater Congregational Church. Clarence worked as an injection machine operator at Container Products and as a quality assurance lab technician for S.I.A.

Those left to...

H. Lee Edwards

H. Lee Edwards

Sep 9, 2025

H. Lee Edwards, age 81, of Alliance, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025.

He was born on August 2, 1944, in Ridley, Tennessee, to the late Helen and H.B. Edwards. 

H. Lee dedicated more than 25 years of his life to The American Steel Company and the steel industry in Gary, Indiana. Beyond his work, he was a man of many...

Agnes F. Montini

Agnes F. Montini

Sep 9, 2025

Agnes F. Montini, age 84, passed away on September 9, 2025.

She was born on June 3, 1941, in Alliance, to John and Mildred (Sands) Sina.

Agnes graduated from Alliance High School. She was previously a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Alliance and a current member of First Christian Church.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Sabrina Helman;...

Donald P. Glover

Donald P. Glover

Sep 4, 2025

Donald P. Glover, age 75, passed away on September 4, 2025.

He was born on August 3, 1950, in Glendale, West Virginia, to James and Mary Ellen (Leek) Glover.

Donald graduated from Alliance High School. He served as a mechanic in the U.S. Army until his retirement in 1989. He then worked at Custom Poly Bag, retiring when he was 66.

Donald enjoyed...

Robert L. Zerby

Robert L. Zerby

Sep 4, 2025

Robert L. Zerby, age 77, passed away suddenly on September 4, 2025.

He was born on April 30, 1948, in Canton, Ohio.

Robert graduated from Marlington High School in 1967 and worked for Cunningham Furniture and Sidley’s Concrete. He met the love of his life at the Fairmount Children’s Home, where he grew up, and married her in 1970. Robert served honorably...

Julia Anne Dawson

Julia Anne Dawson

Aug 31, 2025

Julia Anne Dawson (née Temple), 100, of Stark County, passed away peacefully, with her family in the room, on August 31, 2025.

Born on February 26, 1925, in Alliance, Ohio, Julia was the daughter of Ben and Mary Temple. She graduated from Alliance High School in 1943 and went on to attend Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism on a full...

John David Summers

John David Summers

Aug 31, 2025

John David Summers, age 54, passed away on August 31, 2025.

He was born on October 17, 1970, to Ronald and Sally (Haldeman) Summers.

John graduated from Marlington High School. He was a volunteer fireman for over 20 years. John enjoyed airplane and train watching with his son, Tyler and loved being a grandpa.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children,...

Stephen F. Dixon

Stephen F. Dixon

Aug 26, 2025

Stephen Ferrer Dixon, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

He was born on June 20, 1954, in Alliance, to Edward and Margaret (Ford) Dixon.

Stephen was a 1972 graduate of Alliance High School. He then went to the service and enlisted both in the Army from 1972-1975 and the Navy from 1981-1983. Stephen loved spending time with his wife,...

Kenneth W. Ruhl Jr.

Kenneth W. Ruhl Jr.

Aug 26, 2025

Kenneth (Kenny) W. Ruhl, Jr., a spirited entrepreneur and devoted family man, passed away at home on August 26, 2025, at the age of 65. 

He leaves behind a legacy built not only through business, but through laughter, loyalty, and love. 

Kenny, proud son of the late Patricia (Smith) and Kenneth W. Ruhl, Sr., was born on May 16, 1960, in Alliance,...

Barbara Jean Merriman

Barbara Jean Merriman

Aug 26, 2025

Barbara Jean Merriman, age 85, passed away on August 26, 2025.

She was born on October 10, 1939, in Alliance, to Michael and Norma (Walters) Burnett.

Barbara graduated from Alliance High School. She worked in kitchens at nursing homes. Barbara was a member of Bolton United Methodist Church. She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory...

Raymond Gene McIlvain

Raymond Gene McIlvain

Aug 25, 2025

Raymond Gene McIlvain, age 87, passed away on August 25, 2025.

He was born on November 24, 1937, to William and Irene (Blake) McIlvain.

Raymond worked as a kiln operator at Sebring Pottery. He loved drag racing.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Scott (Jeanette) McIlvain and grandchildren, Tyler, Josh, Trista and Liam.

He was preceded in death by his parents...

Richard James Wagner

Richard James Wagner

Aug 24, 2025

Richard James Wagner, age 74, escaped his earthly body and departed for his heavenly home on August 24, 2025.

He was born on January 23, 1951, in Alliance, to William Joseph and Mary Jeannine (Crowe) Wagner.

How do you capture with words such a character as Richard, “Dick”, was to those fortunate to know him and love him.

He was the most amazing,...

Frank Harbin Jr.

Frank Harbin Jr.

Aug 21, 2025

Frank Harbin Jr., age 79, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton.

He was born in Alliance, Ohio to the union of Frank Harbin Sr. and Ruth (Price) Harbin on June 10, 1946.

Frank worked at General Motors and Joe Nist.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Djuana Adams, Patrice Harbin-Peterson...

Nancy Lynn Petersberger

Nancy Lynn Petersberger

Aug 19, 2025

Nancy Lynn Petersberger, age 73, passed away on August 19, 2025.

She was born on September 16, 1951, in Alliance, to Jim and Marilyn (Novak) Brown.

Nancy graduated from Alliance High School. She worked as a press operator for US CAN. Nancy was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Scott Alan Riddle; two...

David L. Swain

David L. Swain

Aug 19, 2025

David L. Swain, age 76, passed away on August 19, 2025.

He was born on April 17, 1949, in Alliance, to Robert and Lorraine (Richards) Swain.

He graduated from Alliance High School in 1967. David worked as a department head for Robertson’s Heating for 26 years until his retirement. He served as a combat M.P. with the United States Army during Vietnam.

David...

Terry L. Stull

Terry L. Stull

Aug 17, 2025

Terry L. Stull, age 77, passed away on August 17, 2025.

He was born on November 5, 1947, in Alliance, to Harry and Anna (Busch) Stull.

Terry graduated from Alliance High School in 1967. He worked as an inspector at Transue and Williams Stamping for 39 years until his retirement.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Janet (McNemar) Stull; his...

Roger "Curly" Gleich

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

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...