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James Edward Baker

James Edward Baker

Feb 29, 2012

James Edward Baker, age 58 of Akron and formerly of Tuscarawas died unexpectedly, Wednesday, February 29, 2012.

A son of the late Ora N. and Erma (Stillwell) Baker, Jim was born at Aultman Hospital at Canton on June 5, 1954.

He was a graduate of Indian Valley North High School and enjoyed his work as a painting contractor. Jim was...

William Lee Lightbody

William Lee Lightbody

Feb 27, 2012

William Lee “Bill” Lightbody, age 63, of New Philadelphia passed away peacefully in Union Hospital at Dover surrounded by his family Monday morning, February 27, 2012.

Born June 7, 1948 in Columbus, he was the son of the late Selby and Ruth (Bond) Lightbody.

Bill served his country in the United States Air Force, before beginning his professional career as...

Joseph E. Metzger

Joseph E. Metzger

Feb 27, 2012

Joseph E. Metzger, 51, of Uniontown, Ohio and formerly of New Philadelphia, died unexpectedly at his home on Monday, February 27, 2012 following a massive heart attack..

A son of David and Patricia (Gaudreau) Metzger of New Philadelphia, Joe was born December 11, 1960 at Highland Park, Michigan.

Joe graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1979 then continued his...

Elizabeth Ann Wallace

Elizabeth Ann Wallace

Feb 27, 2012

Betty A. Wallace, age 91, a longtime resident of Strasburg, Ohio and recent resident of Country Club Retirement Center at Dover passed away peacefully on February, 27 2012.

She was born January 5, 1921 in Alderson, Oklahoma to the late Walter and Mary (Meyer) Nedved.

She was a 1939 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. On October, 8, 1946,...

Howard Eugene “Sonny” Freeman

Howard Eugene “Sonny” Freeman

Feb 27, 2012

Howard Eugene “Sonny” Freeman, 73, of Uhrichsville, died Monday, February 27, 2012 in Trinity Twin City at Dennison following a period of declining health.

A son of the late William and Velma (Langdon) Freeman, Howard was born July 23, 1938 at Dennison, Ohio.

On April 12, 1959, he married the love of his life, the former Joanne Swinderman and together...

Danna Lavonne Hanlon

Danna Lavonne Hanlon

Feb 25, 2012

Danna Lavonne Hanlon, age 67, of Bowerston, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, February 25, 2012 in Union Hospital at Dover following a lengthy illness.

Born March 13, 1944 in Connersville, Indiana, she is the daughter of Bernice (Issac) Lakes and the late Dan Lakes.

Danna completed her formal education in Tuscon, Arizona. She then spent more than 30 years...

Thomas E. Larkin

Thomas E. Larkin

Feb 23, 2012

Thomas E. Larkin, age 78 of Dover, died Thursday evening, February 23, 2012, in his home.

Born November 19, 1933 in New Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Clarence and Emma (Kruse) Larkin.

Tom was a 1953 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. After completing his education, Tom began his career with Timken Roller Bearing. In 1956,...

Leslie Carl Oplinger

Leslie Carl Oplinger

Feb 23, 2012

Leslie C. Oplinger, age 66, of New Philadelphia died suddenly Thursday February 23, 2012, while helping others; a trait for which he was well recognized.

Known by a number of names, Les to his friends and family, Opie to his co-workers, or Pap-Pap to his beloved grandchildren, he was born at Waynesburg, Pennsylvania on February 14, 1946, a son of...

Clarence Edward Wilson

Clarence Edward Wilson

Feb 20, 2012

Clarence Edward “Spanky” Wilson, age 81, of New Philadelphia passed away Monday evening, February 20, 2012 in New Dawn Healthcare Center at Dover surrounded by his loving family following a period of declining health.

Born July 15, 1930 in Flushing, Ohio, he was the son of the late George G. and Grace Anna (Reynard) Wilson. After completing his formal education...

Clarence Philip “Putt” Heldt Jr.

Clarence Philip “Putt” Heldt Jr.

Feb 18, 2012

Clarence Philip “Putt” Heldt Jr, 87, of New Philadelphia, died Saturday, February 18, 2012 in Union Hospital at Dover following a period of declining health.

A son of the late Clarence Philip Heldt Sr. and the late Inez (Pissocra) Heldt, Putt was born June 16, 1924 at Dover, Ohio.

Putt graduated from Tuscarawas-Warwick High School in 1942. Then on March...

Walter E. Horton

Walter E. Horton

Feb 17, 2012

Walter Ellis Horton, Sr. age 86, of New Philadelphia, Ohio died peacefully early morning Friday, February 17, 2012, in his residence with his family at his side.

Born at Johns Run, Kentucky on July 27, 1925 Walter was a son of the late Watt and Leetha (Adams) Horton.

He attended school at Hitchins Kentucky and on October 16, 1945 entered...

Annabelle Lane

Annabelle Lane

Feb 16, 2012

Annabelle Lane, age 88, of New Philadelphia, passed away early Thursday morning, February 16, 2012 in Amberwood Manor at New Philadelphia.

Born April 16, 1923 in New Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late William Iden and Emma (Gatchet) Edie.

On June 26, 1948, Annabelle married her lifelong companion, the late Floyd Elmer Lane, who preceded her in...

Barbara F. Landreth

Barbara F. Landreth

Feb 15, 2012

Barbara F. Landreth, age 84, of New Philadelphia, died peacefully in Hennis Care Center at Dover on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 following a period of declining health.

A daughter of the late Fredrick and Gertrude (Palin) Donkin, Barbara was born at Chicago, Illinois on January 23, 1928.

She was a 1946 graduate of Lakeview High School at Chicago and began...

Robert J. Phillips

Robert J. Phillips

Feb 13, 2012

Robert J. Phillips, 83, of New Philadelphia and formerly of Tuscarawas, died Monday, February 13, 2012 in Union Hospital at Dover following a six month illness.

A son of the late Emma Mae Phillips, Bob was born in West Chester, Ohio on December 24, 1928.

Bob graduated from Uhrichsville High School in 1946. He then enlisted with the United States...

Charles Minor

Charles Minor

Feb 11, 2012

Charles Minor of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, February 11, 2012, in New Dawn Health Care Center at Dover, one week after celebrating his 96th birthday.

Born at Tuscarawas, February 4, 1916, he was a son of the late Jack and Regina “Nellie” Marie Rommela Minor.

A resident of Uhrichsville for most of his life, and...

Arline E. Edwards

Arline E. Edwards

Feb 11, 2012

Arline E. Edwards, of Lincolnton, North Carolina and formerly of Virginia Beach, Virginia, passed away February 11, 2012.

Born March 1, 1924 in Dover Township, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late George and Edna (Marburger) Moser.

She is survived by sons, Joe (Linda) Edwards of California, Dick (Twila) Edwards of New Philadelphia, and Harold (Barbara) Edwards of Lincolnton,...

John C. Hobart

John C. Hobart

Feb 10, 2012

John C. “Jack” Hobart, age 70, of New Philadelphia, died unexpectedly, on Friday, February 10, 2012.

A son of the late Glenn and Geneva (Briggs) Hobart, Jack, as he was known by family and friends, was born on the Southside of New Philadelphia on January 9, 1942 and grew up in the area known as Beidler at Goshen Township.

He...

Chad L. Dixon

Chad L. Dixon

Feb 9, 2012

Chad Lee Dixon, a fun-loving and fearless friend, age 24, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida and formerly of Dover, was called home to be with the Lord on February 9, 2012 following a motorcycle accident.

Chad was given to his parents by God on April 14, 1987 in New Philadelphia. He was the youngest son of Larry “Doc” and Lynn Davis...

Norma Dell Avon

Norma Dell Avon

Feb 7, 2012

Norma Dell Avon, 82, of Stone Creek, died Tuesday, February 7, 2012 in her home following an extended illness.

A daughter of the late William and Estella (McPherson) Hore, Norma was born September 25, 1929 at Stone Creek, Ohio.

On July 29, 1947, Norma married the love of her life, John R. Avon and together the couple raised three sons,...