Obituaries
Tuscarawas County, Ohio Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Dover, Strasburg, Tuscarawas County, Ohio & Surrounding Areas
Ronald H. Fondriest
Sep 18, 2023
Ronald H. Fondriest, 91, of Dover, and a beloved member of the community, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023, at the Community Hospice Truman House. He was born on May 22, 1932, in Dover to the late James and Sybilla Franz Fondriest.
Ron was a dedicated individual who led a fulfilling life. After many years of hard work and...
Mark T. Lieser
Sep 17, 2023
Mark T. Lieser, age 63, of Dover, passed away Sunday, September 17, 2023, in Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, after battling leukemia, which was diagnosed this past August.
Born December 2, 1959, in Dover, he was a son of the late William E. “Bill” and Ruth Ann Hoverland Lieser. Mark graduated from Dover High School and went on to earn...
Robert A. "Bob" Luthy
Sep 14, 2023
Robert A. "Bob" Luthy, 85, of Dover went to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at the Community Hospice Truman House. He was born on February 14, 1938, in Akron, Ohio, to the late Donald and Sylvia (Pietro) Luthy.
Bob had a remarkable career, dedicating 32 years of service to Reeves Steel as...
Thomas L. "Tom" Watkins
Sep 13, 2023
Thomas L. "Tom" Watkins, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Dover, Ohio on September 13, 2023. Born on November 3, 1940, in New Philadelphia, Ohio, Tom lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication.
Tom was a hardworking man who found fulfillment in his career. He spent eleven years...
James E. "Corky" Golden Jr.
Sep 11, 2023
James E. "Corky" Golden Jr., 84, of Dover passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023, at the Community Hospice Truman House. He was born on June 16, 1939, in Weirton, West Virginia to the late James Sr. and Theresa Musico Golden.
Corky led a remarkable life filled with dedication, hard work, and a deep commitment to his family and...
Deborah A. Kleyman
Sep 11, 2023
Deborah A. Kleyman, 66, of New Philadelphia has passed away on Monday, September 11, 2023, due to a sudden illness at Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital. She was born on March 14, 1957, in Dover to Sterling Collinsworth and Nancy Goudy Collinsworth.
She had retired from the Times Reporter after many years of service. Deborah was deeply involved in various organizations...
Doris A. "Dee" Ayala
Sep 10, 2023
Doris Jean "Dee" Ayala, 71, of Mineral City and formerly of Dover passed away at her home on Sunday, September 10, 2023.
Dee was born on August 11, 1952. She graduated from Dover High School and became an STNA at several places throughout Tuscarawas County.
She married Stephen Ayala, who survives. She is also survived by three sons, and...
Sandra J. "Sandy" Edwards
Sep 9, 2023
Sandra J. "Sandy" Edwards, a long-time accountant for HARCATUS Head Start, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at Aultman Hospital, Canton. She was known for her dedication to her career and her kind-hearted nature.
Sandy was born on October 24, 1965, in Dover, a daughter of the late James "Pete" and Maryella Diefenbacher Edwards. She graduated from Dover...
Charles J. Giumenti
Sep 8, 2023
Charles J. “Charlie” Giumenti, 88, of Roswell passed away at his home on Friday, September 8, 2023.
Born in Roswell on March 8, 1935, he was the son of the late Raymond and Lena C. (Bollini) Giumenti. He was also preceded in death by his sister; Anita Rice, and brother, Gary Giumenti.
Charlie attended St. Joseph High...
Catherine R. Liegl
Sep 7, 2023
Catherine R. Liegl, age 80, of Dover, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023, in Aultman Hospital, Canton, following a brief illness.
Born June 18, 1943, in Randolph, Portage County, she was a daughter of the late John and Helen Bauer Moledor. Catherine graduated from St. Joseph High School in Randolph-Mogadore, and, on June 13, 1970, married John J....
Mary R. Schaar
Sep 7, 2023
Mary R. Schaar, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 7, 2023, in her hometown of Dover.
She was born on March 21, 1940, to Albert Bair and Margaret (Tomer) Bair. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Tommy Thompson; and her brothers, Robert and Charles Bair.
Mary had...
Joseph E. "Joe" Sayre
Sep 1, 2023
Joseph E. "Joe" Sayre, a dedicated family man and respected community member, passed away peacefully at his home in Dover on September 1, 2023. Born on November 5, 1928, in New Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Ellis and Myrtle Cook Sayre. Joe was also preceded in death by his brothers, Verl and Roy Turney Sr., and...
Betty Lou Fearon
Aug 31, 2023
Betty L. Fearon, 74, of Dover passed away at Park Village Health Care Center.
Born on September 28, 1948, in Bowerston, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Bill and Margaret (Corbin) Lambert. She was also preceded in death by James Fearon; along with three of her brothers; Danny, Jim, and Paul Lambert.
Betty was the...
Bradley J. Holcomb
Aug 27, 2023
Bradley Jay Holcomb, 58, a proud veteran of the United States Navy, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023, after a period of declining health due to complications from multiple strokes.
The son of Delbert and Eleanor (Van Meter) Holcomb, Bradley grew up in Dover, Ohio. He was born on October 14, 1964 and was a graduate of Dover High...
Stephanie A. Kyler
Aug 25, 2023
Stephanie A. Kyler, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly at her home on August 25, 2023. Stephanie's passing has left a void in the lives of her family and friends.
She was born on October 8, 1977 in Cambridge, the daughter of the late Dennis Scurto. Stephanie was close with her father and her grandmother, Nancy Scurto....
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....
