Obituaries

Lester Peloso

Lester Peloso

Jan 23, 2025

Lester Peloso, age 89, passed away on January 23, 2025. 

He was born on April 7, 1935, in Cream City, Ohio, to Leone and Rosalia (Benvenuti) Peloso.

Lester graduated from Alliance High School in 1955 and then served his country as a medic in the United States Army. He worked as a key fitter for Morgan Engineering and then as a custodian...

Robert Lee Blake

Robert Lee Blake

Jan 22, 2025

Robert Lee "Bob" Blake, age 95, of Alliance, passed away on January 22, 2025.

He was born on July 6, 1929, in Deep Valley, PA to Rodney Blake and Jeanette (Nettie) (Riggs) Blake.

 Bob was an active member of Aldersgate Family Methodist Church and had served on several committees including Administrative Council, Head Usher and Men’s prayer group. He also had helped...

Anna May Light

Anna May Light

Jan 22, 2025

Anna May Light, age 70, passed away on January 22, 2025. 

She was born on June 23, 1954, in Alliance, to Wallace and Greta (Johnson) West.

Anna graduated from Alliance High School. She worked as a nurse’s aide. 

Anna enjoyed crocheting and spending time with her family. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Heather Marie (Eric) Seemann and Billie Jo Light;...

Allen Francis Lamp

Allen Francis Lamp

Jan 21, 2025

Allen Francis Lamp, age 93, passed away on January 21, 2025. 

He was born on September 18, 1931, in Cannonsburg, PA, to Albert and Hazel (Crossley) Lamp.

Allen served honorably in the United States Army. He was a member of Sebring United Methodist, the Roma Club, the VFW and the American Legion. Allen loved woodworking, especially making bird houses. 

Those left to cherish...

Toney A. Bonner

Toney A. Bonner

Jan 19, 2025

Toney Bonner, age 65, passed Sunday, January 19, 2025. 

 He was born on September 15 1959 in Alliance, Ohio.

 Toney graduated from Sharon High School in Sharon, PA in 1979. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. 

 Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Mary Rutlin; children, Toney Bonner Jr., Terrell Gilchrist, Merendia Bonner and Michael Bonner; uncles, Marvin (Carolyn) Terrell and Warren...

Nancy Jean Ratliff

Nancy Jean Ratliff

Jan 17, 2025

Surrounded by her loving family in her home, our beloved Nancy peacefully entered into the presence of her Lord on Friday, January 17, 2025.

Nancy Jean Myers, born in Alliance, OH on September 28, 1949, was the first child blessed to Eugene and Shirley (Wise/Wyss) Myers. Gene and Shirley's family would grow to include 5 more daughters and it was only...

Helen M. Tennis

Helen M. Tennis

Jan 17, 2025

Helen M. Tennis, age 79, passed away on January 17, 2025. 

She was born on May 26, 1945, in Alliance, to Fisher and Edith McGrath.

Helen retired from Thornes IGA. She was a member of the Alliance VFW and a lifetime member of the Dante Club. Helen enjoyed dancing and loved her dog, Cody. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons,...

Willard Robert Beatty

Willard Robert Beatty

Jan 17, 2025

Willard Robert “Bob” Beatty, age 86, passed away on January 17, 2025. 

He was born on June 29, 1938, in Alliance.

Bob graduated from Alliance High School in 1957. He worked for Alliance Machine, B&W Research, and Ohio Air Products. Bob also served on the Lexington Township Volunteer Fire Department.

He was a member of Bunker Hill United Methodist Church, the Sebring Model...

Patricia L. Lallie

Patricia L. Lallie

Jan 17, 2025

Patricia L. Lallie, age 69, passed away on January 17, 2025. 

She was born on February 7, 1955, in Texas, to Paul and Dassie (Boyd) Lallie.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Michael (Mary Rose) Lalli, Javier (Krissy) Saucedo, and Ricardo Saucedo; daughter, Rosa Saucedo; ten grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; seven sisters, Mary Anderson, Nelda Mathes, Deborah Lallie, Sylvia Carter,...

Mason Clark French

Mason Clark French

Jan 16, 2025

Mason Clark French, age 63, passed away on January 16, 2025. 

He was born on January 15, 1962, in Alliance, to Johnnie and Augustine (Howell) French.

Mason graduated from Alliance High School. He was previously employed by Sun America. Mason loved his family and was very protective of them. 

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Quanise Purdy-Shipman and Taryan Raine;...

Paul A. Richards

Paul A. Richards

Jan 15, 2025

Paul A. Richards, age 62, of Beloit, passed away on January 15, 2025.

Dominick J. Polsinelli

Dominick J. Polsinelli

Jan 15, 2025

Dominick J. Polsinelli, age 74, was called home on January 15, 2025. 

He was born on December 13, 1950, in Canton, to Guido and Helen (McCluskey) Polsinelli.

Dominick attended St. Thomas Aquinas and graduated from Glen Oak High School. He worked at Timken for 15 years then worked at Roadway Trucking until his retirement. Dominick attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in Alliance...

Irene Luca

Irene Luca

Jan 14, 2025

Irene Luca, age 100, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. 

She was born September 1, 1924 in Alliance to George and Anna (Rachier) Lee.

A graduate of Alliance High School, Irene enjoyed gardening and dedicated her life to taking care of her family.

Irene was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church where she served on the alter guild.

Those left to cherish her...

Darlene B. Aberegg

Darlene B. Aberegg

Jan 9, 2025

Darlene B. (Knipp) Aberegg, age 73, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025. 

She was born on July 20, 1951 in Alliance, Ohio to Dolores and John Knipp.

She worked at Canterbury Villa of Alliance for 31 years as a STNA and in the activities department. She was a member of Vine Street United Methodist Church. Darlene loved watching old...

Dolores Knipp

Dolores Knipp

Jan 7, 2025

Dolores (Gulling) Knipp, age 97, of Alliance, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at her home. 

She was born on September 24, 1927 in Alliance, to Blanche and Benard Gulling. She worked at Alliance Rubber for over 20 years. She was a member of Vine Street United Methodist Church. Dolores loved to watch old movies including westerns. She also enjoyed...

Donley E. Ott

Donley E. Ott

Jan 7, 2025

Donley E. “Gene” Ott, age 95, of Canton, Ohio went to be with his Lord on January 7, 2025. He was born in Pinegrove, West Virginia. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Orda A. Ott and Lucinda Barr; his brother, Reverend Stanley A. Ott; and sister, Ruth Schultz.

Gene married Jennice Lorraine Ott on October 30, 1954. They had three...

Kathleen A. Yeagley

Kathleen A. Yeagley

Jan 6, 2025

Kathleen A. Yeagley, age 77, passed away on January 6, 2025. 

She was born on May 2, 1947, in Alliance, to Ronald E. and Virginia G. (Demming) Beutler.

Kathleen was a baker for Super Duper and worked at Al and Dave’s Pizza. She was a member of First Baptist Church. Kathleen was a cancer survivor. She loved playing bingo with her friends...

Thomas Skelding III

Thomas Skelding III

Jan 6, 2025

Thomas Skelding III, age 75, of Alliance, went home to be with the Lord on January 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born in Alliance to Thomas and Bessie Skelding Jr, where he lived all his life. He attended Alliance High School and after graduating, he enlisted in the military. He was a proud veteran of the US...

Nancy J. Gimbara

Nancy J. Gimbara

Jan 6, 2025

Nancy J. Gimbara, age 82, passed away on January 6, 2025. 

She was born on December 29, 1942, in Alliance, to Henry and Elsie (Charlton) Gabble.

Nancy graduated from Alliance High School in 1961. She loved going to flea markets, cooking and camping. 

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Cheryl Kunz and Jim Gimbara; granddaughters, Emily Lair and Elizabeth Bagley;...

Danay Jackson

Danay Jackson

Jan 5, 2025

Danay Jackson, age 46, passed away on January 5, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. 

She was born on May 25, 1978, in Cleveland, to F.H. and Diane Thomas.

Danay was a manager at the Bank of America in Jacksonville, Florida. She was a tremendous mother, wife, sister, daughter and friend. Danay had a strong passion for life. 

Those left to cherish...