Harold Richard Weisenburger
Aug 4, 2026
Harold Richard Weisenburger, age 78, of Alliance, went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2026.
He was born to Pauline Jeannette (Sparren) Weisenburger and Harold Richard Weisenburger Sr. on December 15, 1947.
He was a lifelong resident of Alliance where he graduated in 1966. Richard served his country proudly with the United States Army and was stationed in Vietnam...
Dorena Ann Mathey
Aug 4, 2026
Dorena Ann Mathey, age 81, passed away on August 4, 2026.
She was born on May 12, 1945, in Alliance, to Frederick Charles and Dorothy (Smith) Hurford.
Dorena taught at First Baptist Church. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Dorena loved to crochet and take nature photos. She served as a Girl Scout Leader and helped with the Alliance...
Edwin F. Clapsaddle Jr.
Aug 2, 2026
Edwin Franklin Clapsaddle Jr., 91, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2026. He was born on July 10, 1935.
Ed was a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and uncle whose greatest joy was his family. He lived a life marked by integrity, patriotism, kindness, and a wonderful sense of humor that brought smiles to those around him.
In his younger...
John K. Jackson
Aug 1, 2026
John K. Jackson, age 75, passed away on August 1, 2026.
He was born on March 2, 1951, in Alliance, to John Jackson II and Dorothy Mylar.
John graduated from Sebring McKinley High School in 1970. He worked as the Maintenance Supervisor at Carnation Mall for 20 years.
John managed Hot Stove Baseball for 8 years and umpired for 9 years. He also...
Sharon Marie Mathey
Jul 31, 2026
Sharon Marie Mathey, age 70, of Alliance, Ohio died July 31st, 2026 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born November 27, 1955 in Alliance and spent much of her childhood in Mississippi and Illinois as her father served in the U.S. Air Force. She attended Kelvyn Park High School in Chicago before her family returned to Alliance...
Joshua Scott Beorn
Jul 30, 2026
Joshua Scott Beorn, age 17, passed away on July 30, 2026.
He was born on November 21, 2008, in Alliance, to Jacob Beorn and Kelly (Morrison) Shoffner.
Josh graduated from Southgate MRDD. He enjoyed going for walks, and watching true crime shows, Cops, and wrestling. Josh also loved to swim and people watch. He had an infectious smile.
Those left to cherish his...
Linda L. Geisse
Jul 30, 2026
We lost a mom, nanny, sister, aunt, friend and an amazing lady, Linda Geisse.
Linda, age 83, passed away on Thursday, July 30th, 2026. She was born on September 19th, 1942 in Newton, Iowa to Dale and Mary Jane Barnhill.
Throughout her life, she was the person who opened her heart, her home (and her kitchen!) to all. Linda graduated from Alliance...
Shirley Irene Kuemerle
Jul 20, 2026
Shirley Irene Zeller Kuemerle, age 69, passed away on July 20, 2026 at Bel Air Care Center.
She was born on October 9, 1956, in Alliance, to Clifford and Ann Zeller.
Shirley loved Jesus, attending church when she was able and listening to Christian music. She was always helping friends and neighbors, visiting them, phoning and encouraging them to pray for others.
Those...
Barbara A. Blake
Jul 18, 2026
Barbara "Barb" Blake, age 94, of Alliance, Ohio, peacefully passed away at her home on July 18, 2026.
She left behind a legacy of love, adventure, and deep devotion to her family and community. Barb was a vibrant soul who lived life to the fullest. For many years, she was a familiar face in the community as a long-time driving instructor...
Beatrice L. Detchon
Jul 15, 2026
Beatrice L. “Betty” Detchon, age 94, passed away on July 15, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1932, in Friendly, WV, to Edward and Cora (Williamson) Mikes.
Betty worked as a secretary at B&W Tubular Products for 42 years until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of First United Presbyterian church and the Order of the Eastern Star...
Beverly Luginbuhl
Jul 13, 2026
Beverly Luginbuhl passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 13, 2026.
Beverly was born in Salem, OH. She was 93 years young.
Bev graduated from Leetonia High School in 1951, during which she served as a candy striper at Salem Regional Medical Center. After graduating high school, she went to work for Equitable Life Insurance in Salem. It was here that...
Vicki Lynne Vorhees
Jul 13, 2026
Vicki Lynne (Light) Vorhees, age 75, passed away on July 13, 2026. She was born on June 3, 1951, in Alliance, to Robert Light and Doris (Sole) Palmer.
Vicki graduated from Alliance High School in 1969. She worked at General Electric for 15 years until her retirement.
Vicki enjoyed gardening, shopping and animals, but most of all she loved spending time with...
Timothy Daniel Buckel
Jul 9, 2026
Timothy Daniel Buckel entered the Lord's Kingdom on July 9, 2026 after a two year battle with melanoma.
Tim, the son of Daniel and Susan Oberholzer Buckel graduated Marlington in 1996, where he participated in soccer and basketball.
Tim leaves behind his wife of seventeen years, Christina (Catich); his children, Grace and Carson, father Dan; Stepmother, Karen; sisters, Lindsey Szymanski (Joel) and...
Minford E. Haller
Jul 7, 2026
Minford E. Haller, age 81, passed away on July 7, 2026. He was born on July 10, 1944, in Dover, Ohio, to Robert and Violet (Espenschied) Haller.
Minford served honorably in the United State Army and enjoyed golfing.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Patty Thompson; grandchildren, Clayton Robert Thompson and Heather Marie Florea; five great-grandchildren; sister, Emily Bailey;...
Gary L. Hoover
Jul 6, 2026
Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Grandfather
Gary passed away peacefully after a short illness on Monday, July 6, 2026. He was born in Alliance on May 28, 1954.
He will forever be remembered for his sense of humor, devotion to family, exceptional skills in his field restoring classic cars, and his love of music - specifically classic rock tunes. His skills as a...
Robert R. Solomon
Jun 29, 2026
Robert R. Solomon of Alliance, age 73, passed away at 9:55am June 29th, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in Canton.
He was born March 20th, 1953, in Alliance to parents George D. and Alice A. (Bositis) Solomon.
Robert ‘Bob’ was a graduate of Alliance High School and had been with the City of Alliance Parks Department for 14 years and very much loved...
Raymond M. Ott
Jun 29, 2026
Raymond M. Ott, age 82, passed away on June 29, 2026. He was born on January 17, 1944, in Louisville, Ohio, to Marvin Henry and Anna (Horst) Ott.
Raymond graduated from Marlington High School. He worked for American Steel and United Foundries as a millwright until his retirement. Raymond was a member of Grace Baptist Church, Vietnam Veterans of Stark County,...
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...


