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Rena Joyce Fawcett
May 26, 2012
Rena Joyce Fawcett, 68, of New Philadelphia, died Saturday, May 26, 2012 at her home.
A daughter of the late Paul and Mary (Jones) McPeek, Rena was born February 24, 1944 at Uhrichsville, Ohio. Rena graduated from Uhrichsville High School in 1962.
She was a loving mother and grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her family. Rena was a quiet...
Kathryn Ann Debevec
May 25, 2012
Kathryn Ann Debevec, 89, passed away on May 25, 2012, in the home she loved and surrounded by the family she loved so well.
A daughter of the late Reba (Rogers) and Charles Harrison, Kathryn was born at Newcomerstown, Ohio, on August 10, 1922.
She is survived by her children, Nancy and Collier Dill of New Philadelphia, John and...
Edward Eugene Rector
May 24, 2012
Edward Eugene Rector, age 68, of New Philadelphia, died Thursday, May 24, 2012, in Union Hospital at Dover, two days before celebrating his 69th birthday.
Born at New Philadelphia on May 26, 1943, Ed is a son of the late William and Julia (Smart) Rector. He attended New Philadelphia Schools and worked for Massillon Container at Navarre. At a young...
Emily Louise Reynolds
May 22, 2012
Emily Louise Reynolds, infant daughter of Carl E. “Gene” Reynolds and Jessica Rucker of Carrollton was called home to heaven on Tuesday, May 22, 2012, in Akron Children’s Hospital where she fought a brief illness.
Born in Union Hospital at Dover on April 28, 2012, Emily was a little sister to brother, Ty Reynolds of the home, and half-brothers, John...
Ann S. Smith
May 21, 2012
Ann S. Smith, 94, of Newcomerstown, died Monday at Lafayette Point in West Lafayette. There will be no calling hours or services and cremation will take place through the care of the Geib Funeral Center at Dover.
Jane M. Haas
May 20, 2012
Jane M. Haas, 84, of New Philadelphia and formerly of Dover, died Sunday morning, May 20, 2012 in Schoenbrunn Healthcare at New Philadelphia following a period of declining health.
A daughter of the late Charles and Gladys (Beans) Shaw, Jane was born January 4, 1928 at Tuscarawas, Ohio.
Jane was a graduate of Tuscarawas- Warwick High School and was employed...
Lillian Pauline Penrod
May 15, 2012
Lillian Pauline Penrod, age 84, of Brightwood, died Tuesday, May 15, 2012, in New Dawn Retirement Center at Dover following a period of declining health.
A daughter of the late Arnold and Irene (Pimpedly) Zontini, Sr. Lillian was born at Ecorse, Michigan on February 11, 1928.
She was a 1946 graduate of the former Midvale High School and furthered her...
Wilma Jane Dunn
May 12, 2012
Exactly one year to the date of her beloved husband’s passing, Wilma Jane Dunn, 82, of New Philadelphia, died Saturday evening, May 12, 2012, in Union Hospital at Dover following a period of declining health.
A daughter of the late Anthony and Pauline (Banalette) Besozzi, Wilma was born October 20, 1929 at Dennison, Ohio.
Wilma graduated from Uhrichsville High School...
Joan V. Johnson
May 10, 2012
Joan V. Johnson, age 68, of Dover, died early Thursday morning, May 10, 2012 following a courageous battle with cancer.
A daughter of the late Paul A. and Helena E. Waggoner, Joan was born at Canton, Ohio on September 19, 1943.
She was a 1961 graduate of Carrollton High School. On November 23, 1963, at the Dellroy Presbyterian Church, Joan...
Jimmie L. Cochran
May 8, 2012
Jimmie L. Cochran, age 72, of New Philadelphia, died Tuesday, May 8, 2012 in Akron General Hospital from injuries sustained in a motor scooter accident.
A son of the late James and Alice (Henry) Cochran, Jim was born on August 29, 1939 in his family’s New Philadelphia home.
He attended New Philadelphia High School and entered into the United States...
Russell A. Kohler
May 8, 2012
Russell Albert Kohler, age 74, of New Philadelphia, died suddenly Tuesday, May 8, 2012 in Aultman Hospital at Canton following an apparent heart attack.
A son of the late Russell W. Kohler and Hester and John Graham, Russell was born in the Wainwright home of his paternal grandparents on May 28, 1937.
He attended New Philadelphia High School and began...
Carole Anne Hobart
May 7, 2012
Carole Anne Hobart, 67, of Dover, went home to be with the Lord early Monday, May 07, 2012 after suffering a stroke in February 2011 and a recent battle with ovarian cancer.
A daughter of Carlena (Davidson) Hobart of New Philadelphia and the late Dale Hobart, Carole was born on September 24, 1944 at Goshen, Ohio.
Carole attended Starlight School...
Barbara E Swearingen
May 6, 2012
Barbara E. “Bobbie” Swearingen, age 77, of Dover passed away peacefully Sunday, May 6, 2012 in Union Hospital at Dover under the care of Community Hospice of Tuscarawas County.
Born January 13, 1935 in New Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Nathalie (Wagner) Schupbach.
Barb attended York Township School and graduated from New Philadelphia High School...
Harold E. Russell
May 2, 2012
Harold E. Russell, 95, of New Philadelphia and Key West, Florida, died Wednesday, May 2, 2012 in Hennis Care & Retirement Centre at Dover following a period of declining health.
A son of the late Alva and Carrie Russell, Harold was born in his childhood home at New Philadelphia on March 16, 1917.
Harold graduated from New Philadelphia High School...
Dwight R. Martin
May 1, 2012
Dwight Richard Martin, 79, of New Philadelphia, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2012 in Schoenbrunn Healthcare Center at New Philadelphia following a short period of declining health.
Born June 29, 1932, he was the son of the late George Henry and Anna Marie (McNutt) Martin, Sr.
Dwight’s professional career as a self-employed appliance repairman spanned more than 35 years. Prior...
Harry Burton Dotts
Apr 30, 2012
Harry Burton Dotts, 72, of New Philadelphia died Monday, April 30, 2012 at his cabin in Dellroy.
A son of the late Burton and Althea (Gordon) Dotts, Harry was born July 8, 1939 in Tuscarawas County, Ohio.
Harry graduated from Midvale High School in 1957. Following graduation, Harry proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
He retired from Gradall...
Mason Reed Mutschelknaus
Apr 29, 2012
Mason Reed Mutschelknaus, 22, of New Philadelphia died Sunday, April 29, 2012, from a tragic motorcycle accident.
A son of Douglas and Yvonne Mutschelknaus and a brother to Erika, Mason was born July 11, 1989 in Union Hospital at Dover.
Mason graduated from Garaway High School in 2008. He was an avid runner, greatly enjoying participating on the school’s...
Mary J. Mari
Apr 26, 2012
Mary J. Cardani Mari, age 86, of Dover, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, April 26, 2012 in New Dawn Retirement Center, where she had been a resident for the past seven years.
A daughter of the late Antonio and Rosie D. (Besozzi) Cardani, Mary was born September 19, 1925 in Wainwright, Ohio.
She attended Wainwright School and on April 29,...
Michael E Couch
Apr 21, 2012
Michael E. “Mike” Couch, 47, of Dover past away Saturday, April 21, 2012.
A son of Dale E (Izena “Ikie”) Couch and the late Charlene (Musick) Nealey, Mike was born June 22, 1964 in Dover.
He graduated from New Philadelphia High School, and then joined the military where Mike served for nearly 8 years.
He was most recently...