Obituaries

Jun 30, 2020

Sharon Elaine Perko, age 74, of Wainwright, died Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at her residence following a brief illness.

Born in the former Twin City Hospital at Dennison on August 26, 1945, Sharon was a daughter of the late Joseph E. and Opal (Edie) Perko.

She was a graduate of the former Tuscarawas-Warwick High School and for many years served...

Jun 28, 2020

William J. Stoetzer, 82, of Bolivar, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020 in Aultman Hospital at Canton.

Born in Navarre, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Baker) Stoetzer. He was a veteran having served in the United States Navy and had owned and operated Bill Stoetzer Photography. Bill was a member of The Church of the...

Jun 26, 2020

Carol Ann Zigman, 80, formerly of Willard and Marietta, passed away peacefully at Park Village Health Care Center in Dover on June 26, 2020.

Born in Youngstown on October 6, 1939, she was the daughter of the late Frank G. and Mary (Ondra) Powell.

Carol attended Marietta College where she met her future husband, Anthony R. Zigman. On October 3,...

Jun 25, 2020

Ronald Joe Cunningham, 69, of Newcomerstown, died Thursday, June 25, 2020 at his home.

A son of the late James Ralph and Betty Lou (Butler) Cunningham, Ron was born April 18, 1951 at Dennison, Ohio.

He is survived by his children, Kayla (Maria) Thompson of Woodsfield, Ohio and Kevin (Laura) Cunningham of Bethesda, Ohio; three grandchildren, Abigail Thompson and Lucas...

Jun 25, 2020

Oscar C. Smart, 83, of New Philadelphia, died Thursday, June 25, 2020 at his residence.

Born in Ragersville on November 11, 1936, he was the son of the late Harvey and Laura (Inhearst) Smart.

Oscar married his late wife, Florence Irene Smart on June 8, 1957, who preceded him in passing in 2006.

After completing his formal education, Oscar worked...

Jun 24, 2020

Kenneth Lee Miller, age 67, of New Philadelphia died Wednesday, June 24, 2020 in Cleveland Clinic at Cleveland.

Born in Aultman Hospital at Canton on February 27, 1953, Kenny was a son of the late William and Lorene (Clark) Miller.

At a young age Kenny failed Kindergarten because he couldn’t pass sandbox class. However, in 1996, he buckled down and...

Jun 24, 2020

James Edgar Riggs, 76, of New Philadelphia, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020 at his home following a period of declining health.

A son of the late George Edgar and Helen Jean (Snyder) Riggs, James was born August 16, 1943 at Dover, Ohio.

James graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1961. He then continued his education at Andrews Barber...

Jun 21, 2020

Melanie Sue Elmore, age 61, of Carrollton, died early Sunday, June 21, 2020, while in the care of Community Hospice’s Truman House at New Philadelphia following a period of declining health.

Born at Cambridge, Ohio on February 13, 1959, Melanie was a daughter of the late Donald and N. June (Latham) Stevens.

Melanie was a graduate of Newcomerstown High School...

Jun 19, 2020

Frank W. Barker, age 87, of Uhrichsville, died early Friday, June 19, 2020, in the Inn at Northwood Village at Dover following a period of declining health.

Born at Randolph, Ohio on December 25, 1932, Frank was one of nine children born to the late Margaret Holloway.

He was a graduate of the former Dennison High School. He entered into...

Jun 18, 2020

Angelene Marie Stamm, 69 of New Philadelphia departed this life on Thursday June 18, 2020 at Aultman Hospital in Canton, following a sudden illness, with her daughter by her side. Born in Dover, Ohio on September 1, 1950, Angie was the daughter of the late John and Lena Calai. She grew up in a large, loving family devoted to God...

Jun 15, 2020

Nadia N. Stanford, 81, of Mineral City, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 in Community Hospice Truman House at New Philadelphia following a brief illness.

Born in Springfield, Missouri, she was the daughter of the late Rollie and Ida (Rhodes) Norris. She had a love of life and enjoyed being with her family and friends.

She was preceded in death...

Jun 15, 2020

Mildred A. “Midge” “Mille” McDonald, 92, of New Philadelphia, passed away Monday, June 15, 2020 in Hennis Care Center at Dover, following a period of declining health.

Born in Neffs, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Herman N. and Annabelle (Scott) Pugh and was a homemaker and a longtime member of St. John’s United Church of Christ...

Jun 14, 2020

Richard Lee Breehl, 68, of New Philadelphia, died unexpectedly on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at his home.

A son of Barbara (Hawkins) Ellwood and the late James Breehl, Richard was born April 17, 1952 at Dover, Ohio.

Richard graduated from New Philadelphia High School and was a veteran of the United States Army. A welder by trade, Richard enjoyed his...

Jun 14, 2020

Deana L. Stevenson, 34, of New Philadelphia, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2020.

Born in Akron, she was the daughter of the late Robert Spatholt and is survived by her mother, Harriett (Bowen) Spatholt of New Philadelphia. Deana was a graduate of New Philadelphia High School and a homemaker.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her...

Jun 13, 2020

Edward Lee “Ed” Breehl, 84, of New Philadelphia, passed away in Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital at Dover on June 13, 2020.

Born in New Phila. on March 28, 1936, he was the son of the late Clementine “Toots” Breehl Benjamin and Lawrence J. Breehl.

After graduating from New Philadelphia High School, Ed continued his formal education at The Ohio State...

Jun 12, 2020

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Jun 10, 2020

Janet Dummermuth, 85, of New Philadelphia, died Wednesday, June 10, 2020 in New Dawn Retirement Center at Dover following a recent illness.

A daughter of the late Mancel and Grace Gates, Janet was born December 3, 1934 at Shadyside, Ohio.

Janet graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1953. In her early adult life, she dedicated herself to taking care...

Jun 7, 2020

Charles Walter “Chuck” Hunter, 66, of Port Washington, passed away Sunday, June 7, 2020 following a courageous battle with cancer.

A son of the late Ervin and Anna (Strimbu) Hunter, Chuck was born April 7, 1954 at Dover, Ohio

Chuck was an avid antique dealer and he was highly regarded for his knowledge and expertise. He also played a vital...

Jun 6, 2020