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Michelle Lea Mull

Michelle Lea Mull

Dec 2, 2023

Michelle Lea Mull was born to Glen and Rhonda Joseph and Bob Mull on February 27, 1971.

She passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2023 peacefully after a brief illness and walked into the gates of heaven.

Michelle attended creative learning workshop in Louisville. She loved going to workshop too see her friends and staff. She was always smiling and...

Joseph B. Wagner Jr.

Joseph B. Wagner Jr.

Dec 1, 2023

Joseph B. Wagner Jr., beloved father, husband, and professor, died on December 1st, 2023.  His generosity of spirit and his radiance of love lives on. 

Born in Brooklyn, NY, to Joseph B. Wagner Sr. and Mary E. Wagner (née Drew), he was one of nine siblings, a husband, a father of three and a grandfather of three. 

After completing his...

Melissa Dawn Lane

Melissa Dawn Lane

Nov 29, 2023

 

Melissa Dawn Lane, age 48, passed away on November 29, 2023.

 

She was born on January 2, 1975, in Canton, to Thomas E. and Bobbi J. (Day) Hoover.

 

Melissa was a faithful warrior of the living God who was faithful to her unto the end. A graduate of Marlington High School, she worked various jobs as a...

Edgar L. Hall Sr.

Edgar L. Hall Sr.

Nov 28, 2023

Edgar L. Hall Sr., age 88, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on November 28, 2023.

Edgar (Ed) was born on June 28, 1935 in Canton, OH to Guy and Marie Hall.

He grew up in Canton until moving to Marlboro Township over 55 years ago where he raised his family.   

Ed served honorably in...

Mark Alan Cosma

Mark Alan Cosma

Nov 27, 2023

Mark Alan Cosma (Mr. Cosma, Mr. C, Coach), age 65, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2023.

He was born on May 14, 1958 to Nick and Jean Cosma.

He graduated from West Branch High School in 1977. Mark pursued a career in education as an Intervention Specialist, but he would say that he was more of a motivator. He...

Melinda M. Young

Melinda M. Young

Nov 23, 2023

Melinda M. Young, age 54, passed away on November 23, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. 

She was born on April 9, 1969, in Canton, Ohio, to Winslow and Robbie Young.

Melinda graduated from Alliance High School in 1988. She then attended The University of Akron, Central State University and Howard University in Washington DC. 

Melinda worked at the Atlanta Airport. She attended New Zion...

John H. Burkey

John H. Burkey

Nov 23, 2023

 

John H. Burkey, age 73, passed away on November 23, 2023 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born on January 29, 1950, in Alliance, to Frank and Edna (Simmons) Burkey.

John graduated from Marlington High School in 1968. He was employed for 35 years servicing and installing elevators and escalators. He was a member of The Chapel in Marlboro.

John...

Deborah Mary Buchs

Deborah Mary Buchs

Nov 21, 2023

Deborah Mary Buchs, age 66, passed away on November 21, 2023.

She was born on August 17, 1957, in Alliance, to John and Wilda (Williams) Bandy.

Deborah graduated from West Branch High School. She was raised on her family farm and was a farmer, homemaker and loving mother. Deborah enjoyed going for walks, shopping, cooking, gardening, quilting, knitting, and arts...

Connie I. Sams

Connie I. Sams

Nov 20, 2023

Connie I. Sams, age 82, passed away on November 20, 2023.

She was born on February 18, 1941, in Alliance, to Floyd and Cecilia (Mosby) Fox.

Connie graduated from Alliance High School in 1959. She was a bus driver for Alliance City Schools. She was a member of First Church of God.

Connie enjoyed playing card games with her grandchildren,...

Nedra Jane Cindia

Nedra Jane Cindia

Nov 19, 2023

Nedra Jane Cindia, age 98, passed away on November 19, 2023.

She married the love of her life Mike Cindia on May 5th 1943 who passed away in 2017 just shy of 74 years of marriage.

She loved her church and being active in it; such as cooking the monthly dinners for over 22 years, organizing garage sales for charity,...

Clarie Ford

Clarie Ford

Nov 19, 2023

Clarie Ford, age 89, passed away on November 19, 2023.

She was born on September 24, 1934, in Alliance, to Brunner and Nancy (Young) Rogers.

Clarie worked as a seamstress until her retirement. She was a 50 plus year member of Second Baptist Church where she was devoted to her work as an usher and pastor’s aide. Clarie loved cooking,...

Robert Arthur Meek

Robert Arthur Meek

Nov 18, 2023

Robert Arthur Meek, age 90, of Alliance Ohio, passed away Saturday, November 18.

He was born on June 4, 1933, in Alliance to Arthur and Lucille (Gantz) Meek.

Robert was a professional salesman, working most notably for Air Rite Service Supply, Lavery Chevrolet and Crisci Food Service.  He served honorably during the Korean Conflict in the United States Air Force,...

Elizabeth Victoria Smith

Elizabeth Victoria Smith

Nov 18, 2023

Elizabeth “Betty” Victoria Smith, age 78, went to be with Jesus after a long and courageous battle with her health on November 18, 2023.

She was born on April 19, 1945, in Oak Hill, West Virginia, to Leonard and Ann (Stanevich) Neubert.

Betty was a 1963 graduate of Collins High School. She was an active and longtime member of the...

Elin M. Wagner

Elin M. Wagner

Nov 15, 2023

On November 15, 2023, Elin M. Wagner passed away gracefully and peacefully surrounded by her loving family.

Born February 26, 1943, the daughter of the late Murel and Eber Grove, Elin attended St. Andrew School in Willoughby Ohio. She attended Mount Union College where she met her husband, Robert. They were married on May 16, 1964. Later in their life...

Wilma A. Baker

Wilma A. Baker

Nov 15, 2023

 

Wilma A. Baker, age 97, passed away on November 15, 2023.

She was born on April 28, 1926, in Portage County, to Herschel John and Bessie Mabel (Taylor) Butler.

Wilma attended Atwater High School. She was the assistant manager at Art’s Jewelers and a sales manager at Francis Jeweler’s in Alliance. Wilma then worked part time at Hinz Jewelers...

Marion Louise Barnes

Marion Louise Barnes

Nov 15, 2023

 

Marion Louise Barnes, age 84, passed away on November 15, 2023.

She was born on January 11, 1939, in Alliance, Ohio, to Roy William and Louise Eleanor (Naylor) Wilson.

A graduate of Alliance High School and Canton Business College, Marion was the secretary to the President at Alliance Machine for over 30 years and was a member of Christ...

Martha Jean Shook

Martha Jean Shook

Nov 9, 2023

 

Martha Jean Shook, age 88, passed away on November 9, 2023 at Aultman Compassionate Care.

She was born on August 2, 1935, in Canton, to Carl G. and Helen (Smoke) Waltz.

Martha graduated from Alliance High School in 1953. She worked as a secretary for American Steel Foundries. Martha was a member of Beechwood Christian Church.

Those left to...

Michael L. Decker

Michael L. Decker

Nov 7, 2023

 

Michael L. Decker, age 77, passed away on November 7, 2023. He recently marked his 77th birthday with several celebrations with family and friends.

He was born on October 25, 1946, in Canton, to Loren and Dorothy (Dommer) Decker.

Michael worked as a land surveyor for Hammontree and Associates. He served honorably in the United States Army.

Michael enjoyed...

Delores M. Stoudt

Delores M. Stoudt

Nov 6, 2023

 

Delores M. Stoudt, age 95, passed away on November 6, 2023.

She was born on December 23, 1927 in Louisville, Ohio to Adolph and Elizabeth Kolm.

Delores graduated from Louisville High School in 1946. She married the love of her life, Roger Lee Stoudt on September 10, 1950. Delores was a longtime member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. She...

Nelson S.J. Miller

Nelson S.J. Miller

Nov 4, 2023

 

Nelson S.J. Miller, age 87, of Alliance, died peacefully at his home on Saturday, November 4, 2023.

He was born June 30, 1936 in Canton, Ohio to Nelson S. Miller and Helen M. (Reikowski) Miller and was raised on a dairy farm in Jackson Township.

Nelson graduated from Jackson High School and further advanced his education earning degrees in...

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