Obituaries
Tuscarawas County, Ohio Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Dover, Strasburg, Tuscarawas County, Ohio & Surrounding Areas
Elizabeth N. "Betty" Hinkley
Aug 24, 2023
Elizabeth N. "Betty" Hinkley, a talented pianist and beloved member of her community, passed away on August 24, 2023 in Somerdale. Born on February 26, 1931 in Upland, Indiana, Betty's life was characterized by her passion for music and dedication to her loved ones.Betty was renowned for her exceptional piano skills and generously shared her talent with others. She took...
Doran P. Gordon
Aug 22, 2023
Doran P. Gordon, 87, of Dover passed into eternal glory on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 from the debilitating effects of Parkinson’s disease. Born on November 1, 1935 to James “Glenn” and Lela Gordon on the family farm in Dover Township, and lived the rest of his life on his own adjoining farm. He raised Hereford cattle and Suffolk sheep,...
Durlan R. Kandel
Aug 22, 2023
Durlan R. Kandel, age 85, a long-time resident of Stone Creek, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born July 28, 1938, in Holmes County, he was a son of the late Daniel and Alma Sommers Kandel. As a young man, Durlan attended the former Wooster Highway School in Dover and...
Carol Jean Graef
Aug 21, 2023
Carol Jean Graef, 78, of Dover, Ohio passed away peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2023 at the Schoenbrunn Healthcare in New Philadelphia after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Carol was a lifelong resident of the Dover/New Philadelphia area. Born May 1, 1945 in Dover, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Anna Miller who resided...
Zan R. Harmon
Aug 20, 2023
Zan R. Harmon, 66, of Euclid, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023. He was born on September 11, 1956, in Dover. Zan was known for his dedicated career as a Mortgage Underwriter at Chase Bank in Cleveland, where he served diligently until his retirement in 2016.
Zan's life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his family....
Terry Lee Lawrence
Aug 14, 2023
Terry Lee Lawrence, a beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away unexpectedly at his home in Dover on Monday, August 14, 2023 following a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 3, 1958, in Coshocton to the late Vincent and Donna Bryan Lawrence.
Terry dedicated over two decades of his life to the City of Dover...
Herbert D. "Herb" Huth
Aug 12, 2023
Herbert Dean Huth, “Herb, Honey, Dad, Pop, The Bicycle Man, #1 Steeler Fan,”80 years old, went home to be with his heavenly Father, Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton.
Herb was born September 2, 1942 at Union Hospital in Dover to Violet Mae(Wright) and Walter Dean Huth. Herb is survived...
Judith A. Schlosser
Aug 12, 2023
Judith M. “Judy” Schlosser, 83, of Dover passed away at the Community Hospice Truman House on Saturday, August 12, 2023.
Born in Berea, Ohio on December 19, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John and Catherine (Lowe) Besch.
On May 30, 1959, Judy married James Schlosser, who preceded her in death on August 23, 2015.
She was...
Paul James Neiger Jr.
Aug 11, 2023
Paul James Neiger Jr., 65, of New Philadelphia passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023.
Born in Dover on March 24, 1958, he was the son of the late Paul James Sr. and Alta (Page) Neiger. He was a 1976 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. Paul was the owner of Industrial Finishers in Dover.
Paul was a member...
Enid M. Henry Wallace
Aug 11, 2023
Enid M. Henry Wallace, age 98, of a long-time resident of Harrison County, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, in Community Hospice Truman House.
Born July 30, 1925, in Dover, she was a daughter of the late Carroll and Blanche Coventry Keller. Enid graduated from Dover High School in 1943, and went on to work in manufacturing in...
Edna M. Smith
Aug 10, 2023
Edna M. Smith, 89, of Strasburg passed away at Hennis Care Center on Thursday, August 10, 2023 following a long period of declining health.
Born in Dover Township on May 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and C. Mae Ralph Yackey.
Edna married the love of her life, Gary A. Smith, on May 5, 1957. ...
Donald L. Knight
Aug 6, 2023
Donald L. Knight, 91, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 6, 2023, in New Philadelphia, Ohio at Schoenbrunn Health Care Center.
He was born on August 18, 1931, in Deersville, Ohio. He was the son of the late Omen W. Knight and Hattie Winn Tongret.
Donald dedicated 42 years of his life to Greer...
Norma J. Raber
Aug 5, 2023
Norma J. Raber, a lifelong resident of Strasburg, passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023. She had an incredible life filled with love, laughter, and dedication. Norma was born on February 13, 1933, to the late Wilbur and Dorothy Huffman Weber.From a young age, it was clear that Norma possessed an exceptional work ethic. Upon graduating from high school, she...
Robert J. "Bob" Menefee
Aug 3, 2023
Robert J. "Bob" Menefee, a hardworking and beloved family man, passed away unexpectedly on August 3, 2023. Born on November 15, 1980, at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, Bob moved to Tuscarawas County with his family at a young age. He left a lasting impact on those who were fortunate enough to know him.Bob devoted years of his...
Richard L. Christmas
Jul 30, 2023
Richard L. Christmas, age 54, of Dover, passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023, at home, following a hard-fought battle with cancer. Richard was strong and maintained a good attitude; he never let the disease get the best of him.
Born May 18, 1969, in Mount Carmel, Illinois, he was a son of the late Paul and Shelva Marrow...
Tanya L. Raynow
Jul 29, 2023
Tanya L. Raynow, 66, of Dover passed away peacefully at her home following an extended illness.
Born December 21, 1956 in Compton, California, Tanya was a daughter of the late Chester and Geraldine Smolly Buchholz. She worked in the Dietary Department at the Hennis Care Centre in Dover for many years. Tanya also worked at several different restaurants...
Doris J. Kimble
Jul 28, 2023
Doris J. Kimble, 95, of State Route 39 NW, Dover, Ohio went to be with her Lord on Friday, July 28, 2023, in her home following a period of declining health.
Born April 15, 1928, in Dover (Winfield), she was the daughter of the late Charles F. and Beulah (Weiss) Walter. Doris was preceded in death by her husband...
Dorothy A. Locker
Jul 26, 2023
Dorothy A. Locker, 98, of Dover passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at the Community Hospice Truman House.
Born on January 22, 1925, in Dover, she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Viola (Maus) Dummermuth. She married Eugene Locker, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Sonny Dummermuth; two...
Robert E. Reed
Jul 25, 2023
Robert E. Reed, 94, of Dover died Tuesday, July 25 2023 in the Community Hospice (Truman) House following a period of declining health.
Born Sept. 5, 1928 in Wilmot, Ohio, he was the son of the late Arthur W. and Laura (Maurer) Reed.
He retired in 1989 as a maintenance machinist for the Norfolk & Southern Railroad in...
William H. "Bill" Kirkbride
Jul 24, 2023
William H. “Bill” Kirkbride, age 64, of Beach City, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family, after battling cancer.
Born November 10, 1958, in Dover, he was a son of the late Harold L. and Gladys M. Trustdorf Kirkbride. Bill graduated from Dover High School in 1977 and went on to serve...
