Ruth M. Sweger
Oct 22, 2024
Ruth M. Sweger, 88, entered into rest on October 22, 2024 in North Augusta, SC.
Ruth was born March 30, 1936, to the late James W. Betts and Elsie D. Betts. She was raised in Canton, OH, having made North Augusta, SC her home for the past eight years. Ruth married Paul E. Sweger, Sr. in 1961 and together they worked...
Virgil Springer
Oct 21, 2024
Virgil Springer, age 87, passed away on October 21, 2024.
He was born on April 11, 1936, in Alliance, to Brinton and Mildred “Toots” Springer.
Virgil graduated from Alliance High School in 1954. He then went on to Kent State, graduating in 1958, and Seminary School in 1961. Virgil married his wife, Claire, five days before graduating from Seminary School, on June...
Joy Lynn Snyder
Oct 20, 2024
Joy Lynn Snyder (Weingart), age 70, fell asleep in Christ on Sunday, October 20, 2024. She awaits His return and the resurrection of the dead.
She was born on September 29, 1954 in Salem to Donald and June Weingart.
Joy graduated from Salem High School in 1972. In 1974 she married Roger Snyder and they began their 50-year marriage together.
Together with Roger...
Alex James Hallman
Oct 19, 2024
Alex James Hallman, age 38, passed away on October 19, 2024.
He was born on September 13, 1986, in Alliance, to James W. Hallman and Connie M. (Matz) Hallman Hoover.
Alex was unconditionally committed to his family. He was a proud, supportive and loving husband, father and best friend.
Alex graduated from Marlington High School in 2005 and went on to attend Stark...

James E. Hively
Oct 16, 2024
James Edwin Hively, age 79, passed away on October 16, 2024.
A graveside service will be held at Highland Memorial Park on October 22, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Joanne R. Roberts
Oct 14, 2024
Joanne R. Roberts, age 90, passed away on October 14, 2024.
She was born on June 24, 1934, in Alliance, to Ellis L. and Mamie (Critchfield) Kannal.
Joanne attended Alliance High School. She worked as an assembler for the Genie Company for 34 years until her retirement. Joanne was a member of First Christian Church and Lisbon Baptist Temple.
She enjoyed working in...
Helen Duff
Oct 14, 2024
Helen (Szekely) Duff, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on October 14, 2024.
She was born on July 4, 1940 in Canton, to Joseph and Susie (Curtis) Szekely who are both from Hungary. Helen was the youngest of five children. She was a graduate of Marlboro High School where she met her husband of 52 years.
Helen enjoyed looking at real...
Kittie Marie Page
Oct 12, 2024
Kittie Marie Page, age 79, went home to Jesus peacefully on October 12, 2024.
Born December 13, 1944 in East Orwell, Ohio, she was the first child of William “Bill” and Catherine McIntyre.
Kittie leaves to cherish her memory her siblings, William “Bill” (Dalyrae) McIntyre Jr., Judith (Andy) Rohrer, Jon (Robin) McIntyre; her daughters, Tonia (Bob) Burley of Alliance, Ohio, and Sonia...
Wilda Jean Bandy
Oct 10, 2024
Wilda Jean (Williams) Bandy, age 95, formerly of Alliance, passed quietly in her sleep surrounded by the love of her family at 10:30 p.m. on October 10, 2024 at her home in Cuyahoga Falls. She will be greatly missed.
She was born February 20, 1929 in Diamond, Ohio to Harvey and Verda (Woodward) Williams.
She attended Sebring High School and married John...
Helen Marie Pauli
Oct 9, 2024
Helen Marie (Demuth) Pauli, age 99, went home to be with her Lord Jesus on October 9, 2024.
She was born on December 5, 1924 to Peter and Alice (McMahan) DeMuth. Helen would have been 100 this year.
Helen lived an active, amazing, historical, and interesting life. She witnessed many births and many deaths. Helen graduated from the ‘old’ Alliance High School...
Beverly Jean (Evans) Teague
Oct 8, 2024
Beverly J. Teague, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, friend and neighbor, age 81, went to be with her Lord and Savior on October 8, 2024 at Allay Senior Care of Meyers Lake.
She was born on June 25, 1943, in Alliance, to Laverne E. “Spike” and Evalyn Mae (Woolf) Evans.
Bev attended Alliance High School and was a member of Truth Baptist Church...
Ardis Jean Drewyor
Oct 6, 2024
Ardis "Ardy" Jean Drewyor, age 97, passed away on October 6, 2024.
She was born on March 4, 1927, in Adrian, Michigan to Lawrence and Gladys (Bowen) Drewyor.
Ardy attended Cleveland Bible College, where she met her lifelong friend, Ruth Alma (Mosher) Mitchell. She worked as Dr. Edward Mitchell’s office manager for 25 years.
Ardy loved The Lord Jesus and was an active...
Lloyd Allen Myers
Oct 5, 2024
Lloyd Allen Myers, age 87, of Atwater, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on October 9, 1936, in Atwater to Roy and Florence (Keller) Myers, Lloyd was a proud graduate of Atwater High School before honorably serving in the United States Navy.
A dedicated lifelong farmer, Lloyd cultivated soybeans...
Ellen V. Porch
Oct 3, 2024
Ellen Virginia Porch, age 87, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024.
She was born on July 15, 1937 in Seminole, WV, to Palmer F. and Alma M. (Lucas) Nuzum.
Ellen attended Clarksburg public school in West Virginia and went on to work for many years at the Big Lots in Alliance, retiring in 2005. Ellen then worked for 10...
Diane M. Long
Sep 29, 2024
Diane M. Long, age 72, passed away on September 29, 2024 after a long battle with breast cancer. She was a strong, fierce and faithful warrior who fought until the end.
She was born on September 19, 1952, in Alliance, to Carl and Elizabeth (Popa) Carlile.
Diane served as the bookkeeper for Alliance Ventures for 5 years and was a member of...
Tracey Sue Bowman
Sep 22, 2024
Tracey Sue Bowman, age 67, passed away on September 22, 2024.
She was born on July 12, 1957, in Canton, to Jearld and Marilyn Baughman (Smith) Merville.
Tracey graduated from Alliance High School in 1975. She was a member of the Alliance Christian Center. Tracey loved nature photography and belonged to the Alliance Garden Club.
Those left to cherish her memory are her...
Robert Ernest Nitz Jr.
Sep 17, 2024
Robert Ernest Nitz Jr., age 36, passed away on September 17, 2024.
He was born on January 26, 1988, in Alliance, to Robert Ernest Nitz Sr. and Debra Mikol.
Rob was a member of the Dante Club. He loved cars and fixing them, but more than anything, Rob loved spending time with his family.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife,...
James F. George
Sep 17, 2024
James F. “Jimmy” George, age 76, of Alliance, completed his earthly journey on September 17, 2024.
He was born on June 23, 1948, in Alliance, to Charles and Eleanor (Donohoe) George.
Jimmy loved sports, Harley rides, playing golf, going to auctions and thrifting. He was the family storyteller.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sons, Jimmy (Lori) George, Jay (Wendy) George,...
Samiya Linda Harris
Sep 15, 2024
Samiya Linda Harris, affectionately known as "Baby Girl," was born on October 27, 1983, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Vernon Russell Ingram and Linda Sue Mitchell-Ingram. She was the third child of their union, bringing light, joy, and laughter to everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Samiya was a proud graduate of Alliance High School in 2007. Following her graduation, she heeded...
Eugene E. Schneider
Sep 15, 2024
Eugene E. Schneider, age 83, passed away on September 15, 2024.
He was born on July 22, 1941, in Canton, to Edwin and Pauline (Craven) Schneider.
Eugene worked as a lineman for Ohio Bell until his retirement. He was a member of Alliance Baptist Temple where he operated the sound room and served as a trustee. Eugene also served honorably in the...