Jeffrey A. McIlvain
Dec 27, 2023
Jeffrey A. McIlvain, age 55, passed away on December 27, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born March 14, 1968 to Robert and Maxine (Croley) McIlvain of Alliance.
He graduated from Marlington High School in 1986 and immediately became an electrician, working for Ruhl Electric and eventually becoming a journeyman electrician in the IBEW Local 540.
Jeff was truly...
Ralph J. Hurley
Dec 24, 2023
Ralph J. Hurley, age 80, passed away on December 24, 2023, going home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Ralph was born in Dayton, Ohio. Then as a child, he lived in several places out west before moving to Newton Falls, Ohio, where he graduated from high school in 1961. He attended Grove City College and The...
Liana Lumpp
Dec 23, 2023
Liana Lumpp, age 61, passed away on December 23, 2023.
She was born on December 10, 1962, in Canton, to Robert and Mary Lou (Wish) Kuemerle.
Liana graduated from Central High School in 1981 and worked in food service at Biery Cheese. Liana enjoyed cooking and even made her own mustard.
Those left to cherish her memory are her mother;...
James Teeters
Dec 23, 2023
James Teeters, age 77, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 after his battle with pancreatic cancer.
He was born on October 3, 1946, in Alliance, to Dr. John W and Alma (Tierney) Teeters.
A graduate of Marlington High School and Kent State University, Jim retired from the Carpenter Shop at Kent State.
He served honorably in the U.S. Army...
Marilyn J. Young
Dec 21, 2023
Marilyn J. Young, age 83, passed away on December 21, 2023.
She was born on January 22, 1940, in Alliance, to Robert G. and Helen (Barth) Mellor.
Per Marilyn’s wished no services will be held.
Everett Broadwater Jr.
Dec 21, 2023
Everett Broadwater, Jr., age 99, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 21, 2023.
He was born on August 4, 1924, in Accident, Maryland, to Everett and Cora (Brenneman) Broadwater.
Everett attended school in Coshocton and loved fishing, playing music and especially spending time with his family. Always a favorite with children, he was known as ‘Papa Sugar’ and...
Margaret D. Alzner
Dec 21, 2023
Margaret D. Alzner, age 88, passed away on December 21, 2023.
She was born on October 10, 1935, in Elkin, West Virginia, to Leoda Harris.
Margaret enjoyed spending time with her family, puzzle books and cooking.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, James H. Alzner, Scott K. Alzner, and Robert W. (Tracey Serbach) Alzner; step-daughter, Patti Votaw;...
David L. Bryant
Dec 19, 2023
David L. Bryant, age 55, passed away on December 19, 2023.
He was born on June 22, 1968, in Alliance, to William and Anna (Hunt) Bryant.
David graduated from Marlington High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and NASCAR.
Those left to cherish his memory are his mother; his daughter, Peyton Bryant; brother, Keith Bryant; and sister, Kathy Calderone.
He was...
Sally Rodgers
Dec 18, 2023
Sally Rodgers, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2023 at 83 years old in her home, leaving a profound impact on all who were fortunate to know her.
Born on September 27, 1940 in Alliance, Sally's life was a testament to love, kindness, and unwavering strength. She dedicated her life with her own accounting...
Frank H. Woolf
Dec 16, 2023
Frank H. Woolf, age 98, passed away on December 16, 2023.
He was born on March 27, 1925 in Alliance to Herbert and Irene (Ruth) Woolf.
He graduated from Alliance High School before proudly serving in the Army Air Corps during WWII.
Frank worked at Taylorcraft Aviation in the inspection department and after earning his private pilot license, he flew...
Boyd F. Webster
Dec 16, 2023
Boyd F. Webster, age 92, passed away on December 16, 2023.
He was born on October 31, 1931, in Bellview, PA, to Thomas and Bessie (Stroup) Webster.
Boyd graduated from Alliance High School in 1949. He was stationed in Austria while in the United States Army from 1951-1953 during the Korean War. Boyd married Jean (Carroll) Webster on March 29, 1957. He...
Dorothy Christine Binkley
Dec 15, 2023
Dorothy Christine Binkley, age 83, passed away on December 15, 2023.
She was born on May 5, 1940, in Canton, to Wade and Olga (Rich) Millard.
Dorothy graduated from Alliance High School and worked as a bus driver for Marlington Local Schools for 34 years until her retirement in 1999. She was a Birthright member of Alliance Evangelical Friends...
Carol A. Ogline
Dec 12, 2023
Carol A. Ogline, age 99, of Alliance, passed away on December 12, 2023.
She was born November 3, 1924, in Cleveland Ohio to Frank and Ethel Paull.
Carol graduated from Collinwood High School as valedictorian and commencement speaker, and from Mt. Union College with a BA in sociology. She was an active member of the Tri Delta sorority. Carol met...
Marilyn L. Middleton
Dec 11, 2023
Marilyn L. (Bixler) Middleton, age 93, passed away on December 11, 2023.
She was born on June 27, 1930, in Canton, to Lester and Theora (Combs) Bixler.
Marilyn graduated from Marlboro High School in 1947. She worked as a clerk for Woolworth in Alliance and as a cook for Sigma Nu Fraternity at Mount Union. Marilyn volunteered at the Alliance...
Jarry M. Stevens
Dec 6, 2023
Jarry M. Stevens, age 88, passed away on December 6, 2023.
She was born to Ray and Mildred Hahn on May 13, 1935 and has resided in Alliance most of her life. She was married to the late Robert L. Stevens.
A graduate of Bolton Elementary School, Alliance High School and Kent State University, she taught first grade at Lexington...
Helen J. Cross
Dec 5, 2023
Helen J. Cross, age 97, passed away on December 5, 2023. She was born on June 29, 1926, in Wooster, Ohio, to John and Quintella (Orr) Tate.
Helen graduated from Alliance High School in 1944 and Mount Union College in 1948. She was in Mu Phi Music Sorority, Delta Kappa Gamma Educational Sorority, and Alpha Delta Phi Sorority. She married Edward...
Wanda E. Weast
Dec 5, 2023
Wanda E. (Middleton) Weast, age 88, passed away at 5:00 p.m. at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital on December 5, 2023 after a brief illness.
She was born July 6, 1935 to Letha B. (Dean) and Estel Middleton in Ironton, Ohio. She graduated from Marlboro High School and Gerber Beauty College. She worked at the Hartville Basket Factory during two summers...
Bernice L. McCullough
Dec 5, 2023
Bernice L. McCullough, age 87, passed away on December 5, 2023.
She was born on October 19, 1936, in Clarington, PA, to Russell and Vera (Rex) Motter.
Bernice worked for Jay’s and The Carnation Mall for several years. She was a member of First Baptist Church. Bernice loved attending church and reading her bible. She also enjoyed cooking and baking,...
Michelle Lea Mull
Dec 2, 2023
Michelle Lea Mull was born to Glen and Rhonda Joseph and Bob Mull on February 27, 1971.
She passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 peacefully after a brief illness and walked into the gates of heaven.
Michelle attended creative learning workshop in Louisville. She loved going to workshop too see her friends and staff. She was always smiling and...
Joseph B. Wagner Jr.
Dec 1, 2023
Joseph B. Wagner Jr., beloved father, husband, and professor, died on December 1st, 2023. His generosity of spirit and his radiance of love lives on.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, to Joseph B. Wagner Sr. and Mary E. Wagner (née Drew), he was one of nine siblings, a husband, a father of three and a grandfather of three.
After completing his...