Thomas E. Linerode
Sep 17, 2026
Thomas Eugene Linerode, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on September 17, 2026.
He was born on June 14, 1949, in Alliance, to Robert Roy and LonaBelle (Dennis) Linerode.
Tom graduated from Marlington High School. He was co-owner and operator of Brooklane Farms with his brother Keith. Tom was a 50 year member of Science Hill Community Church where...
Patricia Ailsa Dawson
Sep 16, 2026
Patricia Ailsa (Neill) Dawson, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, nurse, and woman of faith, entered into glory with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, September 16th, 2026, at the age of 100, from her residence at Abernethy Laurels in Newton, North Carolina.
Born in Alliance, Ohio, on March 13th, 1926, she was the daughter of Robert and Blanche Neill. Her unusual middle...
Richard L. Davies
Sep 12, 2026
Richard L. Davies, 79, of Cocoa, FL passed away at Alliance Aultman Hospital on September 12, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born in Alliance, OH on January 22, 1947 to the late Richard B. and Dorothy R. (Mulinix) Davies.
Dick was a 1965 graduate of West Branch High School. He enlisted in the United States Navy shortly after high...
Alan L. Haynam
Sep 9, 2026
Alan L. Haynam, age 77, passed away on September 9, 2026.
He was born on October 2, 1948, in Alliance, to Nelson and Ruth (Ray) Haynam.
Alan served honorably in the United States Army in Korea. He loved auctioneering and working outside. Alan was always there to help friends and family.
Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Atlee Haynam; daughter,...
Timothy Richard Brown
Sep 9, 2026
Retired Police Captain, Timothy Richard Brown, age 74, passed away on September 9, 2026.
He was born on December 29, 1951, in Alliance, to Richard V. and Alyce E. Brown.
Tim graduated from West Branch High School and then from Kent State University with a degree in Criminal Justice. He served on the Alliance Police Department for 30 years and received Police...
Kenneth H. Mangus
Sep 9, 2026
Kenneth H. “Kenny” Mangus, age 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 9, 2026 with his loving wife as his caregiver.
He was born on June 6, 1944, “D-Day”, in Alliance, Ohio to the late Howard and Faye Mangus.
Kenny graduated from West Branch High School in 1962 and enlisted in the United States Army in 1963. After serving...
Gloria Margaret McLaughlin
Sep 7, 2026
Gloria (Eckelberry) McLaughlin, age 81, passed away on September 7, 2026.
She was born on February 22, 1945, in Canton, to Earl A. and Martha (Gobeli) Eckelberry.
Gloria worked as a secretary for MRI labels and later for Kent State Stark. She also worked in retail at Sternmann. Gloria was a member of Beechwood United Methodist Church, the Homeworth Eastern Stars and...
Larry Wiley
Sep 4, 2026
Larry Wiley, age 91, passed away on September 4, 2026.
He was born on July 31, 1935, in Gallipolis, Ohio, to Lawrence Ray Wiley and Thelma Hooper. Larry graduated from Middleport High School and worked at Constellium Aluminum as an electrician until his retirement. Larry served honorably in the United States Army.
His passion was for flying as a private pilot. He...
Lawrence Harris
Sep 2, 2026
Lawrence Harris, age 53, passed away on September 2, 2026.
He was born on October 21, 1972, in Portsmouth, Ohio, to Robert Harris Sr. and Linda (Tewalt) Harris.
Larry attended Hope High School in Arkansas. He worked at Clem Lumber.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sister, Yvette Jordan (Terry Kriner); nieces and nephews, Candy, Jonathan, Mikey, Donny, Savannah, Brad, Kayla;...
Iona J. Risley
Aug 31, 2026
Iona J. Risley, age 97, passed away peacefully at home on August 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born in Detroit, Michigan, on March 18, 1929, to the late Walter C. and Loretta Weekly. Iona graduated from Alliance High School and continued her education at National Beauty College, where she graduated in 1968.
Throughout her life,...
Bernice McIlvain
Aug 29, 2026
Bernice Maxine McIlvain, affectionately known as Maxine, of Alliance, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, at the age of 82. She was born on December 22, 1943, to Lee and Sylvia Croley, both of whom preceded her in death.
Maxine was the beloved wife of Robert McIlvain Sr. and a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She was...
Robert Eugene Smith
Aug 29, 2026
Robert Eugene Smith, age 65, passed away on August 29, 2026.
He was born on September 10, 1960, in Alliance, to Charles Smith and Edna (Hill) Duke.
Robert graduated from Marlington High School and worked for TW Forge until his retirement.
He loved to fish and hunt. Robert also had a passion for antique cars and video games.
Those left to cherish his memory...
Donald Murphy
Aug 27, 2026
Donald “Don” Murphy, age 99, of Alliance, Ohio, went home to be with Jesus on August 27, 2026.
Don was born on August 10, 1927, in Alliance, Ohio, to the late Delvan and Marie (Steinwinder) Murphy. A proud veteran, Don served his country in both the Merchant Marines and the United States Army. Following his military service, he built a life...
Christopher Nathan Hollis
Aug 25, 2026
It breaks our hearts to tell you that Chris Nathan Hollis passed away on August 25, 2026, at 64 years young.
Chris was born right here in Alliance on May 30, 1962, and was a fixture in our community his whole life. He was the son of the late Jessie "Popeye" Hollis and his wonderful mother, Geraldine Hollis.
Music was Chris's passion...
Barbara J. Raber
Aug 25, 2026
Barbara J. (Carr) Raber, age 94, of Alliance, passed away on August 25, 2026.
She was born on November 1, 1931, in Alliance, Ohio, to Harry L. and Dorothy (Shutts) Carr.
A graduate of Louisville High School, Barbara was a 75 year member of Salem United Methodist Church in Alliance, where she also worked for 16 years as a custodian.
She was also...
Marcia "Marcie" Thomas
Aug 23, 2026
Equable and calm to the end, Marcia “Marcie” Miller Thomas, age 92, passed peacefully at Summa Health Hospice Care Akron on August 23, 2026 a short two miles from where she and her husband of nearly 68 years made their first apartment home on Murray Avenue.
Marcia Ann Miller was born December 13, 1933 in Wheeling, West Virginia to John Ray...
Larry C. Pyers
Aug 18, 2026
Larry C. Pyers, age 87, passed away on August 18, 2026. Larry, known for his quick wit and engaging smile, was a devoted husband, father, community leader, businessman, and friend whose life was defined by service to others and a deep commitment to the Alliance community.
Larry was born on July 31, 1939, in Loudonville, Ohio, to Arthur C. and Anna...
Robert Paul Ramsey
Aug 18, 2026
Robert Paul Ramsey, age 79, of Alliance, Ohio, passed away August 18, 2026. He was born July 7, 1947 in Wadsworth, Ohio, to Paul and Edythe Ramsey.
Robert is survived by his three daughters, Sheri (Dan) Huth, Debra(Todd) Bennett and Rebecca (Samitha) Randeniya; three grandchildren, Shelby Huth Loy, Amanda Huth Romanin and Nathan Clark; three great-grandchildren, Vienna, John and Maximus Romanin;...
Vivian K. Roberts
Aug 18, 2026
Vivian K. Roberts, age 86, passed away on August 18, 2026.
She was born on December 23, 1939, in Ritchie County, WV, to Ora B. Roberts.
Vivian graduated from Harrisville High School in West Virginia. She attended First Baptist Church. Vivian was a member of the Fraternal Order of Aerie Eagles FOE 2307, Foreign War 1212 and the American Legion 0015. She...
Marilyn E. Krahling
Aug 14, 2026
Marilyn E. Krahling, age 85, passed away on August 14, 2026.
She was born on May 17, 1941, in Alliance, to Roy and Lucille (Morlan) Allen.
Marilyn graduated from Alliance High School and worked for PTC Alliance until her retirement in 2001.
Those left to cherish her memory are her granddaughter, Hayley (Shawn) Zimmerman and nephews, James Allen and Roy L. Allen Jr.
She...


