Obituaries

Edna Sue Lee

Oct 18, 2021

Edna Sue Lee, age 69, of Alliance passed away on October 18, 2021.

She was born on February 22, 1952 in Loudon County to Bart and Edna Thomas.

Sue enjoyed doing puzzles and loved flowers. She was a hard worker and loved everyone she met.

Those left to cherish her memory are her...

Anne Elizabeth Rohrer

Oct 18, 2021

Anne Elizabeth (Kern) Rohrer, age 102, of Alliance passed away on October 18, 2021.

She was born on August 21, 1919 in Toledo to Peter and Fleet A. Kern.

Anne graduated from Bell Aire High School and later Kent State University. She taught at Washington Elementary School and was a member of the Retired Teachers...

Ruth Marie Hoover

Oct 15, 2021

Heaven’s shore has a new beachcomber.

Ruth Marie Hoover passed away peacefully October 15, 2021.

She was born August 11, 1932 and graduated from Minerva High School.

Ruth married William E. Hoover at Science Hill Church September 2, 1951 and became a lifelong member. She served on the Women’s Guild, providing fresh flowers...

Karen Lee Kersmarki

Oct 11, 2021

Karen Lee Kersmarki, age 68, of Alliance, passed away on October 11, 2021.

She was born on January 8, 1953 in Alliance to George Balogh and Joan Marie Davis Balogh.

Karen graduated from Alliance High School and went on to attend Mount Union College. She worked as a caretaker and was previously employed at Altercare...

John E. Ormiston

Oct 11, 2021

John E. Ormiston, age 76, of Smith Township passed away on October 11, 2021.

He was born on July 25, 1945 in Kane, PA to Elmer C. and Florence (Lorenzo) Ormiston.

John worked for American Steel for 30 years until his retirement on February 1, 2000. He was a veteran of the United States Army...

Betty Eloise Morrison

Oct 10, 2021

Betty Eloise Morrison, age 84, of Alliance, OH passed away on October 10, 2021 peacefully at her home.

She was born on February 3, 1937 in Grafton, WV to Emery and Louise (Ash) Bramhall.

Betty loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  She took pride in raising and taking care of her family....

Donna Thomas

Oct 9, 2021

Donna Thomas, Age 83, of Alliance, passed away on October 9, 2021

A private graveside service will be held at Highland Memorial Park.

William Carl Willard

Oct 4, 2021

William Carl “Bill” Willard, age 66, of Beloit passed away at 1:00 a.m. at Community Care Center on October 4, 2021.

He was born on April 7, 1955 in Alliance to George O. Willard and Margaret L. “Peg” (Larkins) Willard.

Bill attended Marlington High School. He worked as the head of the shipping department for...

Pamela Gene Weibel

Oct 2, 2021

Pamela Gene Weibel, age 74, of Alliance, passed away on October 2, 2021.

She was born on March 29, 1947 in Alliance to Wilbur F. Schulze and Mary Beth (Akins) Schulze.

Pam graduated from Alliance High school where she enjoyed participating in the cosmetology program.

Pam began her career as an EMT while...

Jack Wade Gobley

Sep 30, 2021

Jack Wade Gobley, age 76, passed away on September 30, 2021.

He was born on August 31, 1945 to Wade Gobley and Lena (Benner) Gobley.

Jack was a veteran of the United States Navy and served our country for 4 years. He was a former employee of SD Myers, East Manufacturing, Mac Trailer and Scott...

Roger L. Rickman

Sep 29, 2021

Roger L. “Jack” Rickman, age 67, of Alliance passed away on September 29, 2021.

He was born on May 18, 1954 in Glendale, WV to Charles Rickman and Orpha Greathouse.

Jack worked for American Steel and then Alliance Castings. He loved working on vehicles and especially preserving his 1978 GMC truck. Jack also enjoyed doing...

Jerry Webb

Sep 28, 2021

Jerry Webb, age 57, of Alliance passed away on September 28, 2021.

He was born on December 7, 1963 in Alliance to Frank and Shirley (Ruff) Webb.

Jerry graduated from Marlington High School in 1982. He enjoyed watching sports, especially football and the Cleveland Indians. Jerry also loved to bowl.

Those left to...

Cheryl L. Gandee

Sep 28, 2021

Cheryl L. Gandee, age 69, formerly of Alliance, passed away at 5:00 a.m. on September 28th at Manatee Memorial Hospital in Bradenton, FL.

She was born on December 4, 1951 in Alliance to Glenn Creamer and Joan (Triplett) Martin.

Cheryl was a member of God’s Missionary Church in Florida.

Those left to cherish...

Haven A. Ackley

Sep 27, 2021

Haven A. Ackley, age 77, of Alliance, passed away suddenly at 4:13 p.m. on Saturday, September 25, 2021, sitting on her front porch enjoying a lovely weather day.

She was born on August 1, 1944 in Alliance to Bernard and Mildred Taylor.

A 1962 graduate of Alliance High School, Haven was a member of her...

John R. Reeder

Sep 26, 2021

John R. Reeder, age 60, of Alliance went home to be with the lord on September 26, 2021.

He was born on September 28, 1960 in Alliance to Russell V. and Shirley (Gabbel) Reeder Jr.

John graduated from Alliance High School in 1979 where his love and skill for auto mechanics started in their vocational...

Earl Vernon Boyle

Sep 25, 2021

Earl Vernon Boyle Jr., age 85, of North Canton passed away on September 25, 2021.

He was born on May 31, 1936 to Earl V. Boyle Sr. and Mary (Berlin) Boyle.

Earl was a graduate of Marlboro High School class of 1954 and went on to work for Smith and Nephew until his retirement after...

Shirley Y. (Willis) Haupt

Sep 23, 2021

Shirley Y. (Willis) Haupt, age 83, of Alliance, passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021.

She was born on February 22, 1938 in Barberton, Ohio to William and Mary (Lacus) Willis.

A 1956 graduate of Alliance High School, Shirley was employed at Royal China and Lawson Dairy.

She was also a housewife and...

William "Bill" Godfred Blasiman III

Sep 20, 2021

William "Bill" Godfred Blasiman III, age 64, of Alliance, passed away on September 20, 2021.

On December 14, 1956, he was born in Alliance to William Godfred and Evelene (Anderson) Blasiman II.

A graduate of Marlington High School, Bill worked as a welder and heavy equipment operator.

He was a member of the...

Bradley Lee Barr

Sep 19, 2021

Bradley “Brad” Lee Barr, age 65, of Alliance died September 19, 2021 at home surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 7, 1956 in Canton, Ohio to Walter “Doc” and Marilyn (Owens) Barr.

Brad graduated from Perry High School. He retired from Nickles Bakery. Brad enjoyed many years coaching baseball, participating in the...

Keith Allen Bourne

Sep 18, 2021

Keith Allen Bourne, age 71, of Paris, passed away at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, September 18, 2021 at Rose Lane in Massillon.

He was born February 2, 1950 in Alliance, Ohio to Donald and Helen (Zimmerman) Bourne.

Keith graduated from Alliance High School and was a Mail Carrier for more than twenty years.

A...