Obituaries

May 14, 2023

Norman R. Mullen passed away at home on Sunday, May 14, 2023 after an extended illness. Norm was born on May 6, 1949 in Bakersfield, California.  He was a former marine serving his country in the Vietnam War from 1966 – 1970.  On his return home from the war, Norm followed his passion and became an over-the-road long haul...

May 12, 2023

John Mitchell George, 67, of Marlboro Twp. passed away Friday, May 12, 2023 in his home. He was born March 2, 1956 in Canton, Ohio to Robert Lee and Elizabeth Maurine (Small) George.

John was a 1974 graduate of Marlington High School and received his associate’s degree in Livestock Production and Management from Ohio State ATI. Following...

May 8, 2023

Joseph Lee Kellogg, age 43, of Alliance, went home to be with the Lord on May 8, 2023.

He was born on June 19, 1979, in Alliance, to Luann Kellogg and Jesse Daniels Jr.

Joey worked as a logistics coordinator for Kenan Advantage Group in Canton. He proudly served in the United States Army in...

May 4, 2023

Piroska Farkas, age 91, passed away peacefully on May 4th, 2023 in her home. Piroska was a born in Veszprem, Hungary and, through a harrowing escape, made her way to the United States in 1957.

Piroska’s life was filled with frequent challenges and hardships, yet she always thought of others first. She was totally dedicated to those...

May 3, 2023

Thomas E. “Tom” Liverett, 77, died May 3, 2023.

He was born to Elwyn M. and Helen E. Liverett (Naftzger) on October 25, 1945 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

He is survived by daughters, Corrie (Brent) Schneider and Jennifer (Jim) Bixler; grandchildren, Marta (Zack) Mucklo, James (Josie) Bixler, Rebecca (Slater) Mack, and Ryan and Daniel Schneider; great-grandchildren,...

Apr 28, 2023

Gary Alan Teeters, age 73, passed away on April 28, 2023.

He was born on December 29, 1949, in Alliance, to Carl Edward and Helen (Fox) Teeters.

Gary graduated from Marlington High School in 1970. He then attended college for machine repair. Gary started his 38 year career as a machine repairman at Morgan Engineering...

Apr 27, 2023

Richard M. Spall, age 96, passed away on April 27, 2023 surrounded by his family.

He was born on November 25, 1926, in Spokane, Washington, to Matthew and Lena (Savage) Spall.

Richard attended Alliance High School. He worked as a crane operator for Babcock and Wilcox Tubular in Alliance for 36 years, until his retirement....

Apr 24, 2023

Alfred W. “Bud” Bichsel, age 84, passed away on April 24, 2023.

He was born on June 28, 1938, in Alliance, to Alfred L. and Edna (Reber) Bichsel.

He graduated from Alliance High School in 1956. Alfred worked in the trucking industry as a diesel mechanic, driver, and dispatcher. He was a member Salem United...

Apr 20, 2023

Kay Morris, age 60, passed away on Thursday April 20, 2023.

She was born on February 1, 1963, in Alliance, to Walter S. and Barbara J. (Buchanan) Merriman.

She spent her life caring for others especially her family. Kay was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler’s fan.

Those left to cherish her memory are her...

Apr 20, 2023

Kathleen Kuceyeski, age 67, passed away on April 20, 2023 after a courageous battle with NASH, liver disease.

She was born on September 25, 1955, in Youngstown, to Donald and Anne Yurick.

Kathy graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School. She then went on to Youngstown State University where she earned her undergrad and Masters’ degree....

Apr 13, 2023

Bruce L. Tennis, 85, of Alliance died April 13, 2023 at Aultman Alliance Hospital.

Bruce was born September 4, 1937 in Alliance, Ohio to Bill and Beatrice (Baker) Tennis and lived most of his life in Alliance.

Bruce was a graduate of Alliance High School then proudly served in the United States Air Force. He...

Apr 12, 2023

Brandon William Brink, 30, of Salem, died Wednesday evening, April 12, 2023 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Brandon was born August 9, 1992 in Elkton, Maryland to Willis and Tammy (Collins) Brink and lived most of his life in Salem.

He was a 2011 graduate of Salem High School...

Apr 12, 2023

Jennie A. (Lozier) Mallon, age 60, of Paris Ohio, passed away at 10:20PM, Wednesday, April 12, 2023, peacefully in her home.

She was born May 11, 1962, in Alliance, Ohio to Carl H. and Breta F. (Oberlin) Lozier.

A 1980 graduate of Marlington High School, Jennie worked at Fidelity National Collections for 42 years, a...

Apr 11, 2023

Jeannine Draper Rowe, age 89, of Alliance passed away at 2:55 p.m. Wednesday, April 11, 2023 at Crandall Medical Center.

Jeannine was born July 23, 1933 in Ann Arbor, MI to Frederick Meryl and Zella (Spence) Draper. She met and fell in love with a young college student at her church, John P. (Jack) Rowe, whom she...

Apr 9, 2023

Nancy L. (Godsey) Lamielle, age 92, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2023.

She was born on January 15, 1931, in Alliance, to Lee and Annie (Barricks) Godsey.

Nancy was employed in accounting for 22 years at Sears Roebuck & Company in Alliance and Chicago, retiring in 1971.

She was a member of...

Apr 9, 2023

Elaine Mae Carpenter, age 72, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 9, 2023.

She was born on December 28, 1950, in Ravenna, OH to James and Margaret (Jenkins) Hill.

A graduate of Southeast High School, Elaine retired from Coastal Pet Products.

She was a member of Mountain of the...

Apr 8, 2023

James F. Ramser, age 85, passed away suddenly, ‘without our permission’ on Saturday, April 8, 2023.

He was born on July 27, 1937, in Alliance, to the late Russell Ramser, Sr. and Lillian (Harris) Ramser and lived in Alliance all of his life.

He graduated from Alliance High School, class of 1955 and attended the...

Apr 6, 2023

Edward “Eddie” Allen Davis, 83, went home to be with the Lord on April 6th, 2023, peacefully at home with his wife, Carol, and two sons, Shawn and Brian, at his side.

Ed was born and raised in Alliance, Ohio, and is known for his 60 plus years’ work at Hillcrest Market as their meat butcher.  Ed...

Apr 3, 2023

Norman P. “Punch” Barnes, age 90, passed away on April 3, 2023 in Alabama.

He was born on December 12, 1932, in Alliance, to Earl and Breta (Snyder) Barnes.

Norman graduated from Alliance High School in 1951. He worked as a plaster/drywaller with his father-in-law, Homer House, before beginning his 30 year career as a...

Apr 2, 2023

Marvin “Wade” Main, age 83, passed away on April 2, 2023.

He was born on July 1, 1939, in West Alexander, PA, to Lee Craig and Adelaide (Lamb) Main.

Wade graduated from West Alexander High School. Wade served honorably in Germany from 1961-1963 in the United States Army.  He worked for Richardson Gordon and Associates...