Obituaries

Catherine Laurel Larson

May 8, 2021

Catherine Laurel Larson, age 49, of Minerva, passed away May 8, 2021. She was born on June 29, 1971 in Monterey, CA to David Henson and Sandra Hartley.

Catherine worked in CA for several years as receptionist/guest services for the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Moving to Ohio in 2010, she continued to focus on being a devoted mother...

Richard M. Grace

May 7, 2021

Richard M. Grace, age 94, of Paris, Ohio passed away on May 7, 2021.

He was born on November 11, 1926 in Uniontown, PA to Charles Grace and Mildred Collins.

Richard enjoyed a 70 year career as a baker. He was the former owner of Kuppy’s Bakery in Alliance and Grace’s Pastry Shoppe in Louisville...

Crinley D. Hoover

May 6, 2021

Crinley D. Hoover, age 80, of North Topsail Beach, NC, formerly of Alliance, passed away on May 6, 2021.

He was born on September 12, 1940 in Orrville, OH to Charles Hoover and Ella (Sanderson) Hoover.

Crinley was a member of the Homeworth Masonic Lodge, the Scottish Rite of Canton, Alliance Shrine Club, Alliance Flag...

Donna Lee Kasza

May 5, 2021

Donna Lee Kasza, age 60, of Youngstown, passed away on May 5, 2021.

She was born on August 21, 1960 in Salem, Ohio to Donald Lutsch and Marilyn (Cope) Lutsch.

Donna graduated from Salem High School and then moved to Youngstown. She was a beloved member of the community and will be deeply missed.

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Jean G. Bair

May 4, 2021

Jean G. (Pert) Bair, affectionately known as “Grumpy Bair”, age 77, of Alliance passed away on May 4, 2021.

She was born on April 11, 1944 in Ferryden, Scotland to Annie (McLean) and William Pert.

Jean graduated from Montrose Academy in Scotland. She worked for Central Café in Scotland and Stuckis Restaurant in Wilmot, OH...

Dena Christine Porter

May 3, 2021

Dena Christine Porter, age 68, of Alliance, passed away on May 3, 2021.

She was born on January 20, 1953 in Alliance to Lola Eddy and Daniel Hall.

Dena worked as personnel representative for Longaberger Baskets, was the co-owner of The Hangout and manager at the Elks Lodge. She also volunteered at The Dante Club....

Carol E. Umberger

May 1, 2021

Carol E. Umberger died May 1, 2021 at the age of 82 after several years of declining health.

She was born December 23, 1938 in Akron, Ohio to William and Alice (Holcomb) Collins, and was orphaned as a teenager. Carol graduated from Marlboro High School, class of 1956, where she was a varsity cheerleader.

Carol...

Linda J. Hahlen

Apr 28, 2021

Linda J. Hahlen, age 74, of San Antonio, TX passed away on April 28, 2021.

She was born on September 20, 1946 in Wheeling, WV to Henry Brozinski and Lois (Kelly) Campbell.

Linda graduated from Sebring High School in 1964 and then obtained her cosmetology license. She owned ‘A Cut Above Salon’ from 1976-1990.

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Lucy T. Antonosanti

Apr 26, 2021

Lucy T. Antonosanti, age 96, of Alliance passed away on Monday, April 26, 2021.

She was born on February 28, 1925 in Fort Myers, FL to Florie Sorge and Anna Marie Damiani.

Lucy worked as a seamstress alongside her husband in their family business, J&L Dry Cleaners. She was a member of Trinity Gospel and...

Bethany Baranyk

Apr 25, 2021

Bethany Lynn-Scarlett Baranyk, age 30, of Alliance passed away suddenly on April 25, 2021.

She was born on August 17, 1990 in Alliance to Nicholas J. Baranyk and Christine A. (Cline) Baranyk.

Bethany graduated from Alliance High School in 2008. She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s of Applied Mathematics from the University of Akron in...

Joseph J Dalesandro

Apr 24, 2021

Joseph J. Dalesandro, age 49, of Alliance, passed away at his home on April 24, 2021.

He was born on September 3, 1971 in Canton to Fred F. and Maria (Garcia) Dalesandro.

After high school, Joseph attended various technical schools and earned his Class A CDL and welding certificates. He worked as a press operator...

Jeane Baylor

Apr 22, 2021

Benita Jeane Archer Baylor, age 94, surrounded by her family, passed away on Thursday, April 22, 2021.  Jeane was born March 3, 1927, in Akron, Ohio to parents Jack E and Isa (Mary) Smith Archer. Jeane grew up in Randolph, Ohio, graduating from Randolph High School in 1945. She was the only family member to attend college, graduating with...

David F. McFarland

Apr 22, 2021

David F. McFarland, age 98, of Sebring, and formerly of Warren, passed away on April 22, 2021.

He was born on October 7, 1922 in Warren to William R. and Ida Belle Hirst McFarland.

He graduated from Warren G. Harding High School in 1940, attended Mount Union College where he was a member of Phi...

Bradley A Yoho

Apr 22, 2021

Bradley A. Yoho, age 57, of Alliance passed away at his home on April 22, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on September 26, 1963 in Glendale, WV to Christopher and Janice (Emery) Yoho.

Bradley worked as a private police officer. He enjoyed building model cars and drawing.

Those left...

Patricia Ann Jackson

Apr 21, 2021

Patricia Ann Jackson (née Malley), of Akron, passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021.

Patricia was born in Woonsocket, RI, on May 11, 1940, where she was raised by her parents William Malley and Alice (Bovin) Malley. She attended St. Clare High Academy in Woonsocket, RI. She moved to Akron area in 1968, where...