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Keagan James Call
Apr 28, 2021
Keagan James Call, 13, of New Philadelphia, a humorous, spirit-filled hero passed away April 28, 2021 in Akron Children’s Hospital after falling from his wheelchair, resulting in a fracture that led to a fatty embolism in his brain. In 2013, Keag was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and by 2017 was wheelchair bound.
He was born in Dover on March...
Larry W. Kirkpatrick
Apr 27, 2021
Larry Wayne Kirkpatrick, 81, of New Philadelphia, passed away Tuesday, April 27, 2021 in Community Hospice House at New Philadelphia following a period of declining health.
A son of the late Brian and Lynne (Gregg) Kirkpatrick, Larry was born March 17, 1940 at Holloway, Ohio.
Larry graduated from Flushing High School in 1958. On January 29, 1964, he married the...
Franklin Lee and Marilyn Mathias
Apr 26, 2021
Franklin Lee Mathias, age 86 of New Philadelphia died peacefully, early April 26, 2021, while in the care of Community Hospice’s Truman House at New Philadelphia. He joins his beloved wife, Marilyn, who preceded him in death at the age of 82, on Saturday, May 30, 2020.
Lee was born in New Philadelphia on January 26, 1935, a son of...
James R. Hendershot
Apr 23, 2021
James R. Hendershot, 75, of Strasburg, died Friday, April 23, 2021 in Cleveland Clinic-Union Hospital at Dover.
The son of the late Ira and Nellie (Book) Hendershot, James was born April 20, 1946 and was a graduate of Tusky Valley High School.
James attended Faith Baptist Church at Zoar and held many, varied interests. He loved golfing, attending auctions and...
Richard Dean Garabrandt
Apr 22, 2021
Richard Dean Garabrandt, 88, of Dover and formerly of New Philadelphia, passed away Thursday, April 22, 2021 in The Inn at Northwood Village at Dover following a period of declining health.
A son of the late Thomas H. and Eliza Jane (Medley) Garabrandt, Richard was born January 19, 1933 at New Philadelphia, Ohio.
On June 6, 1950, he enlisted with...
E. LaVerne McKean
Apr 22, 2021
E. LaVerne McKean, age 96, of New Philadelphia, died Thursday, April 22, 2021, in Schoenbrunn Health Care Center following a brief period of declining health.
Born on September 28, 1924, in Follansbee, West Virginina, LaVerne was the daughter of the late Alfred and Agnes (Morrision) Bittner and was raised by the late John Quincy and Elizabeth Adamson.
LaVerne was a...
Diana L. Fankhauser
Apr 21, 2021
Diana L. Fankhauser, 77, of Dundee, began her walk with Jesus on Wednesday, April 21, 2021.
Born in Burlington, Iowa, on May 30, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Floyd W. and Una (Clayson) Hucke and a 1961 graduate of Burlington High School. Diana had worked many jobs before she began her professional career with General Electric in...
Linda Elaine Mossor
Apr 20, 2021
Linda Elaine Mossor, 60, of Midvale, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at her home.
A daughter of the late Herman and Jean (Monigold) Mossor, Linda was born January 4, 1961 at Dennison, Ohio
Linda was a talented seamstress and an avid crafter who enjoyed attending craft shows. She will also be remembered for her baking skills.
She dearly...
Rita L. Albrecht
Apr 19, 2021
Rita L. Albrecht, 77, of Gnadenhutten passed away peacefully on Monday, April 19, 2021 in Community Hospice, Truman House at New Philadelphia following an acute stroke.
Born in Anoka, Minnesota, she was the daughter of the late Edlor and Ruth (Schafer) Pariseau. Rita was a homemaker and a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She devoted her...
Jonathan Daniel Brady
Apr 19, 2021
Jonathan Daniel Brady, age 27, of Cadiz, took his life Monday, April 19, 2021, as a result of a lengthy battle with depression.
Born on June 7, 1993, in Union Hospital at Dover, Jonathan was a son of Richard Brady of Midvale and Connie Shull Brady of New Philadelphia.
He was a 2011 graduate of Indian Valley High School and...
Jerry Lewis Myers
Apr 19, 2021
Jerry Lewis Myers, 81, of Dover and formerly of Stone Creek, passed away Monday, April 19, 2021 in the Cleveland Clinic at Cleveland following a recent illness.
A son of the late Charles and Florence (Hill) Myers, Jerry was born August 16, 1939 at Wolf, Ohio.
Jerry graduated from Newcomerstown High School in 1957. Then on August 26, 1960, he...
Evalyn Hephinger Carroll
Apr 18, 2021
In keeping with God’s plan, Evalyn Hephinger Carroll 99, was taken to her heavenly home on April 18 2021.
Evalyn was born on January 5, 1922, in New Philadelphia, Ohio, to William and Edith (Campbell) Hephinger.
In her youth, Evalyn was a dancer and acrobat well-known throughout Ohio. Married to Robert Carroll, they lived in Greenwood, Indiana, and Port Charlotte,...
Jeffrey L. Beehler
Apr 17, 2021
Jeffrey L. Beehler, 60, of New Philadelphia passed away April 17, 2021 in his home.
Born in Dover on August 16, 1960, he was the son of the late John and Shirley Beehler.
Professionally, Jeff worked as a security guard at Marlite. His hobbies included playing darts, drinking Busch Lite, and was an avid NASCAR fan.
Jeff’s family includes his...
Rose M. Dennis
Apr 17, 2021
Rose M. Dennis, 91, of New Philadelphia, died Saturday, April 17, 2021, in Aultman Hospital.
Born September 9, 1929, in New Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Attilio and Margaret (Springhetti) Vielmetti.
After completing her formal education, she married her late husband, Ermile D. “Denny” Dennis, on September 9, 1946.
Rose was a member of Crooked Run United...
John R. Browning
Apr 17, 2021
John R. Browning passed away April 17, 2021, in his favorite spot sitting at the kitchen table watching the birds outside. John was born February 8, 1930, to Norman and Margaret (Richards) Browning in Guernsey County. John graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1947. He served his country with the US Army (1952-1954) in Austria assigned to the Headquarters...
Rebecca Jean Rogers
Apr 16, 2021
Rebecca Jean Rogers, age 38, of Massillon, was taken from her family and friends on Friday, April 16, 2021.
A daughter of Carol M. Zinssar Rogers of Dover and the late Robert A. Rogers, Rebecca was born on October 13, 1982, in Melrose Park, Illinois.
Rebecca was a loving, kind soul who never met a stranger. She was known best...
Craig M. Rader
Apr 16, 2021
Craig Morse Rader, 72, of Dover, Ohio passed away on April 16th, 2021, due to complications from the COVID-19 virus.
Craig was born on December 22nd, 1948, in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Charles Morse and Grace (Garver) Rader.
He was a graduate of Ohio University and Carnegie Mellon University. While at Ohio University, Craig excelled in both athletics and...
Gregory Allen Zesiger
Apr 15, 2021
Gregory Allen Zesiger, 71, of New Philadelphia, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2021 in Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital at Dover following a period of declining health.
A son of Jane (Ellwood) Zesiger and the late Howard Zesiger, Greg was born August 25, 1949 at Dover, Ohio.
Greg graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1967. On August 3, 1969, he...
David William Myers
Apr 14, 2021
David William Myers, age 83, of Dover, died Wednesday, April 14, 2021, while in the Inn at Northwood Village at Dover following a period of declining health.
Born on May 15, 1937, at Uhrichsville, Ohio Dave was a son of the late Dorwin V. and Stella M. Roth Myers.
He was a member of the class of 1955 from the...
