Obituaries

Oct 31, 2024

Bruce Ripley, age 70, of Uhrichsville, died peacefully on Thursday, October 31, 2024, in Uhrichsville’s Claymont Health & Rehabilitation Center.

Born April 29, 1954, in Montgomery, Maryland, he was a son of the late Charles E. and Rosemary (Persons) Ripley. Bruce was a “Marine brat,” his family moved often, relative to where his father was stationed. He attended public and private...

Oct 31, 2024

Dan M. Dean, born on April 3rd, 1936, in Crestwood, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, at Aultman Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He had a remarkable life, marked by a profound dedication to both his career and his family.

He cultivated a strong work ethic throughout his 49-year tenure with US Ceramic Tile, where he held the...

Oct 30, 2024

Oct 29, 2024

Alvin Dean Manning, age 58, of Portsmouth, Virginia passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.

 

Alvin was preceeded in death by his parents, Claude “Joe” & Georgia Manning; his stepmother, Judith Manning; his brothers, Michael Johnson, John Johnson, Dennis Johnson, and two wives Sonia Manning and Denetta Manning.

 

Alvin is survived by his sisters, Darlynn Johnson, Honey Walker;...

Oct 29, 2024

Oscar Box Pérez, falleció el martes 29 de octubre de 2024 a la edad de 32 años en el Hospital Cleveland Clinic Main Campus después de una larga dolencia hepática.

Nació el 10 de marzo de 1992 en la Aldea Chex, municipio de Aguacatán, Departamento de Huehuetenango en Guatemala. Hijo de Guillermo Box Hernández y de Buenaventura Pérez y, al igual...

Oct 29, 2024

Otis Oliver Cunningham, born September 5, 1950, in Dover, Ohio, passed away on October 29, 2024, at the Hennis Care Center in Dover. He was the son of the late Carl and Donna (Oppy) Cunningham. 

A graduate of Claymont High School, Otis went on to build a career in various industries, showcasing his remarkable versatility. He served at Cusher-Horizon Coal in...

Oct 26, 2024

Willa M. Washington, of Dover, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the age of 84. 

Born in Clarksburg, West Virginia, on May 27, 1940 she was a daughter of the late William and Lovie Smith Poindexter. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Alice Puntey, and brother, Ray Poindexter.

Willa retired from JC Penney...

Oct 25, 2024

Joseph T. Vosick, 76, of New Philadelphia passed away at his home on Friday, October 25, 2024. 

 Born on March 19, 1948 in Dennison, Ohio he was a son of the late Joseph and Roslyn Pukanski Vosick.  Joseph was also preceded in death by four siblings and a grandson.

Joseph retired from the Dennison Police Department, where he served with distinction for...

Oct 25, 2024

Linda S. Froman, 86, of Dover passed away at her home on Friday, October 25, 2024. 

Born on December 4, 1937, in Dover she was a daughter of the late Clayton and Grace Emig Rosenberry.  Linda was also preceded in death by her husband, Jerry L. Froman on October 5, 2021; and three sisters.

Linda shared a remarkable life with her husband...

Oct 23, 2024

Elizabeth “Liz” Ann Burnham, age 97, of Dover (formerly of Willoughby, OH) passed away October 23, 2024 after a period of declining health at Park Village Health Center. 

 

Born June 1, 1927, in Cleveland, Ohio, Liz was the daughter of the late Thomas & Mary Josephine (Power) Mayock. She grew up in a large Irish Catholic family in the midst of...

Oct 22, 2024

Oct 20, 2024

Donald Eugene McCreery, a beloved member of the Dover community, passed away suddenly at home on October 20, 2024, at the age of 92. 

Born on August 14, 1932, in Dover, Ohio, he was the son of the late Ernest and Emma (Tschantz) McCreery. Don led a life characterized by hard work, dedication, and a passion for helping others.

After graduating from...

Oct 19, 2024

Jean E. Leone passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 19, 2024, with family by her side at Ohio’s Hospice Truman House in New Philadelphia.

Born on July 17, 1944, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she was a daughter of the late Arthur and Marjorie (Littlefield) Bailey. After graduating from Jackson High School in 1962, Jean furthered her education at Columbus Business University earning...

Oct 18, 2024

Edward R. "Ed" Yackey, 75, of Strasburg passed away on October 18, 2024, at Ohio’s Hospice Truman House in New Philadelphia. 

Born on February 18, 1949, in Dover, he was the son of the late Carl and Twyla (Maus) Yackey.

Ed graduated from Strasburg High School in 1967, excelling in all four sports. As part of the 1967 undefeated state championship basketball...

Oct 16, 2024

Max W. Miller, 88, of Dover passed away at his home  on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. 

Born on January 17, 1936, in Walnut Creek, he was a son of the late Lux and Beulah Kandle Miller.  Max was also preceded in death by his wife Fonta "Tena" Miller on June 23, 2017.

Max dedicated a significant portion of his life to both...

Oct 14, 2024

Robin M. Brokaw, age 69, of New Philadelphia, passed away Monday, October 14, 2024, in Dover’s Country Club Retirement Center, surrounded by her loving family, following a long series of illnesses.

Born May 3, 1955, in Dover, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Phyllis (Engler) Whitman. Robin graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1973, and was employed...

Oct 9, 2024

Phyllis I. Applegate, age 92, of Dover, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, in Dover’s Park Village Health Care Center.

Born January 12, 1932, in Orrville, she was the daughter of the late Fred G. and Hazel (Meanor) Miller. Phyllis moved with her family at a young age to Tuscarawas County where she graduated from Uhrichsville High School. She previously belonged...

Oct 5, 2024

Joshua G. Rogers, 43, of Dover left this world suddenly on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at his home. 

Born on May 27, 1981 in Dover he was a son of William (Ruth Ann) Rogers of New Philadelphia and Deanna Hess Welling of Dover.

Joshua, a 1999 graduate of Tuscarawas Central Catholic High School, was known for his educational excellence, having graduated with...

Oct 2, 2024

Garry L. Bolitho, 83, of Strasburg passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

  Born on November 26, 1940, in Canton, Ohio he was a son of the late Clarence "Pete" and Lillian Wickersham Bolitho.

 Garry had a distinguished career as an electrician, retiring in 1995 after 35 years of dedicated service at Hilscher-Clarke Electric...

Oct 1, 2024

Curtis L. Stull, age 39, of New Philadelphia, passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

Born July 17, 1985, in Dover, he was the son of Patty Egler Stull Wissman of New Philadelphia, and Richard L. Stull. Curtis attained the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. In 2003, he graduated from New Philadelphia High School, and went...