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Joseph E. West
Oct 5, 2023
Joseph E. West, 43, of New Philadelphia, passed away unexpectedly on October 5, 2023.
Born at Dover, he was the son of Richard D. and Diane R. (Smith) West of Strasburg and had attended both New Philadelphia High School and Buckeye Career Center at New Philadelphia.
Joey, as he was called by those who knew him, loved photography...
Peggy Stock
Oct 2, 2023
Peggy A. Stock, age 87, of Dover and formerly of Cambridge, died peacefully, on Monday, October 2, 2023, while in Park Village Retirement Center at Dover.
Born in Cambridge, Ohio on October 17, 1935, Peggy was the daughter of the late Thomas Bragg and Ronalda Tucker Saltz.
Peggy was a lifelong homemaker who enjoyed cooking, decorating for all holidays, making...
Randall E. "Randy" Shook
Sep 30, 2023
Randall E. “Randy” Shook, 71, of New Philadelphia, passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023 in Aultman Hospital at Canton.
Born in Dover, he was the son of the late Samuel L. and Zelma L. (Blackwell) Shook and a 1970 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. Randy will be remembered by many as the longtime Owner and Operator of...
Charles "Bud" Robinson
Sep 30, 2023
Charles Earl “Bud” Robinson, age 98, of Dover, died peacefully, Saturday, September 30, 2023, while under the care of Crossroads Hospice at Inn of Northwood.
Bud was previously employed by Warner and Swasey (now Gradall) in several capacities, both at New Philadelphia and Winona, Minnesota. He was also Past President of the Warner and Swasey Athletic Association at New...
Bessie Richardson
Sep 29, 2023
Bessie L. Richardson, age 86, of New Philadelphia, died peacefully, Friday, September 29, 2023, while under the care of Community Hospice in The Truman House.
Born February 23, 1937, at Dover, Bessie was the only child to the late Joseph and Helen (Shook) Fanti.
On August 9, 1958, she married George Edward Richardson. Together they shared 43 years of...
Kenneth Joseph Aken
Sep 24, 2023
Kenneth Joseph Aken was born June 13, 1938, to Anastasia and Kenneth Frederick in the family’s house at 447 Front Ave. SW, New Philadelphia. He died peacefully, surrounded by family at home on September 24, 2023, and in the loving arms of Mary Ann, his beloved wife of 58 years.
His extended family includes 4-month-old great granddaughter Laney Jo...
William D. "Bill" Rogers
Sep 22, 2023
William D. “Bill” Rogers, 89, of New Philadelphia, passed away unexpectedly, Friday , September 22, 2023.
Born in Cleveland, he was the son of the late Clint and Treva (Marshall) Rogers and was a retired Coal Miner that had worked for a number of area mines and was still a member of the United Mine Workers of America.
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Dr. Dale Stansbury
Sep 21, 2023
Dr. Dale Lee Stansbury, aged 81, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2023, in Los Gatos, California, following a valiant 12-year battle with prostate cancer.
Born on April 2, 1942, in New Philadelphia, Ohio, Dale was the cherished son of Ray W. and Ruth (Cotterman) Stansbury. He embarked on his educational journey, graduating as the valedictorian of his class at...
Joyce Maxwell
Sep 21, 2023
Joyce E. Maxwell, age 95, formerly of Magnolia passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023, in Country Club Retirement Home of Dover, after a period of declining health.
She was born on November 17, 1927, in Kansas, Ohio to the late Walter and Paulene (Steinhurst) Lanning.
Joyce worked in many restaurants through the years. In her younger years she was...
Ronald Kimble
Sep 21, 2023
Ronald Ray Kimble, age 82, of Dover, died peacefully, early Thursday, September 21, 2023, while under the care of Crossroads Hospice in New Dawn Retirement Community at Dover.
Born August 9, 1941, at Dover, Ron was a son of the late Edward Ray and Nellie Mae (Barcus) Kimble. Ron spent 39 years employed with the former Joy Manufacturing Company of...
David J. Meinke
Sep 20, 2023
David Jay Meinke, 86, of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully in the Danbury at Millersburg on September 20, 2023 following a period of declining health.
Born in Elyria, Ohio on October 11, 1936, he was the son of the late Arthur Frederick and Lillian Margarite (Stevick) Meinke, Sr.
After completing his formal education David married his wife, the former Judith...
Beverly Watson
Sep 18, 2023
Beverly J. (Evans) Watson, age 92, of New Philadelphia, died peacefully, on Monday, September 18, 2023, while under the care of Crossroads Hospice while in Country Club Retirement Center at Dover.
Born in Steubenville, Ohio on November 19, 1930, Beverly was the oldest of 12 children born to the late Edward L. and Charlotte M. Monroe Evans.
A graduate of...
Kenneth Faber
Sep 16, 2023
Kenneth H. Faber, 94, of Hartville and New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2023 at The Gardens at Liberty Park in Streetsboro.
Born December 31, 1928 in Akron, O., he was the son of the late Forris Ernest and Catharine Marie (Sausaman) Faber.
From 1951 to 1953, Kenny honorably served his country in the United States Army,...
Darrell Harvey
Sep 14, 2023
Darrell Lee Harvey, 68, of Dennison, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2023, in the Northview Adult Group Home.
Born in Dover on July 4, 1955, he was the son of the late Jack D. and Laura M. (Pickar) Harvey.
After graduating from Garaway High School in 1973, he continued his formal education at Kent State University. He excelled...
John Gano
Sep 14, 2023
John W. Gano, age 81, of New Philadelphia, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023, in Community Hospice Truman House after a hard-fought battle with multiple debilitating illnesses.
He was born on March 9, 1942, in Dover, Ohio to the late Forrest and Marie (Espenschied) Gano.
John graduated in 1960 from New Philadelphia High School as the class valedictorian. ...
Geoffrey A. Geers
Sep 13, 2023
Geoffrey Allen “Geff” Geers, 63, of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully in Amberwood Manor on September 13, 2023 following a period of declining health.
Born in Dover on November 25, 1959, he was the son of Carol Ruth (Schwartz) Geers and the late Charles Frederick Geers.
After graduating from Tuscarawas Valley High School, he continued his formal education at Kent...
Herbert Eugene Neidig
Sep 10, 2023
Herbert Eugene Neidig, 92, of Sherrodsville, left behind his earthly struggles and entered his heavenly home on Sunday, September 10, 2023.
Born in Robertsville, Ohio on May 15, 1931, he was the son of the late Max W. Neidig and Laura I. (Treash) Libert.
After completing his formal education, Herb served in the United States Air Force from 1951 to...
Richard Donald Hutchison
Sep 9, 2023
Richard D. Hutchison, age 52, of Beach City passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, in his home after a sudden illness.
He was born on November 19, 1970, in Dover, Ohio to Donald and Sandra (Grove) Hutchison.
Rick attended New Philadelphia High School. He was an avid dog lover and founded Sage Kennels where he breeds German Shepherds. ...
Kevin Michael Visher
Sep 9, 2023
Glory to God. Today I announce the death of my son, Kevin Michael Visher, age 44.
He was the most compassionate, caring and loving person that I have known. I now understand why parents are supposed to go before their children. It is heart-wrenching to lose your child. Kevin graduated in 1997 from Ravenna High School and his hobbies...
John Charles Spring
Sep 4, 2023
John Charles Spring, 84, of Dover, died unexpectedly on Sept. 4,2023 at Akron General Hospital. Born July 7,1939 in Martins Ferry, he was the son of the late Raymond and Ardella Spring.
John graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1957 and following his graduation, served 4 years in the US Army and then worked for the Tuscarawas County...
