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Ralph Grasselli, Sr.
Jan 15, 2025
Ralph Joseph Grasselli, Sr., 91, of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Ohio’s Hospice Truman House in New Philadelphia.
Born in New Philadelphia on January 9, 1934, he was the son of the late Santi M. and Ruby F. (Dotts) Grasselli, Sr.
After completing his formal education at New Philadelphia High School, Ralph joined the United States...
Loyal S. Slabaugh
Jan 13, 2025
Loyal S. Slabaugh, 76, formerly of Carrollton and Jackson, South Carolina, died peacefully, Monday, January 13, 2025, while in the care of Ohio’s Hospice Truman House at New Philadelphia.
The youngest child of 13, Loyal was born in the family home in Carroll County, on May 19, 1948, a son of the late Glenn F. and Lucille M. Wilhelm Slabaugh.
Loyal...
Donald R. Yost
Jan 13, 2025
Donald R. Yost, 81, a man of integrity, truth, and fun was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 13, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital.
Born on March 27, 1943, in Dover, he was the son of the late Roland S. and Helen R. (Hummel) Yost.
On July 11, 1964, Don married his best friend and...
David Lee Hyer
Jan 11, 2025
David Lee Hyer, age 82, of New Philadelphia, died Saturday, January 11, 2025, while in the care of Park Village Southside, following a period of declining health.
Born in Dover, Ohio on March 2, 1942, David was the son of the late Raymond David Hyer and Jane E. Hawk Hyer. He was a graduate of Dover High School and spent his...
Robert F. Weber, II
Jan 11, 2025
Robert F. Weber, II, 77, of Dover, passed away on January 11 2025, following a brief illness.
Born on October 16, 1947, in Dover, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert F. Weber, Sr. and is survived by his mother, Betty Mae (Byers) Weber of New Philadelphia.
In addition to his mother, Robert is survived by his wife of over...
John C. Carter
Jan 10, 2025
John C. Carter, 67, of Dover, passed away in Cleveland Clinic – Akron General Hospital at Akron on Friday, January 10, 2025, following a period of declining health.
Born in Franklin, Illinois, John was the son of the late John and Margaret (Vanno) Carter and had graduated from New Philadelphia High School. During most of his working career, John worked as...
Dennis R. Ricklic
Jan 10, 2025
Dennis R. Ricklic, 71, of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 10, 2025 in Ohio’s Hospice – Truman House at New Philadelphia, following a period of declining health.
Born at Dover, Dennis was one of five children born to the late Raymond J. and Patricia J. (Kelly) Ricklic and was a 1971 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. Dennis...
Dale E. Peterman
Jan 10, 2025
Dale E. Peterman, age 70 of Dennison, went peacefully to be with the Lord, on Friday, January 10, 2025, in his residence, following a period of declining health.
Born in Union Hospital at Dover on June 16, 1954, Dale was the son of the late Harold and Betty Meese Peterman. Following his graduation from the former Indian Valley North High School,...
Ruby Mae Hopwood
Jan 9, 2025
Ruby Mae Hopwood, age 90, of Lakeland, Florida died Thursday, January 9, 2025, in Park Village Dover following a brief period of declining health.
Born on March 24, 1934, in El Paso, Texas, Ruby was a daughter of the late Delbert Vern and Pearl Lucille Keffer Henderson.
Ruby held a Master’s Degree in Education and spent 36 years as a...
M. Dean Smith
Jan 8, 2025
M. Dean “Deano” Smith, age 86, of New Philadelphia, died Wednesday, January 8, 2025, in Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital at Canton following a brief illness.
Born in Coshocton, Ohio on June 6, 1938, Dean was a son of the late Robert C. and Hazel M. Duling Smith.
Following his graduation from the former Roscoe High School he attended THE Ohio State University...
Deborah Ann Davis
Jan 8, 2025
Deborah Ann “Debbie” Davis, 57, of Dundee and formerly of Dover, passed away on January 8, 2025, after an apparent heart condition, which led to an automobile accident.
Born in Dover on August 4, 1967, Debbie was the daughter of Sandra F. (Winkler) Daley of Dover and the late Dewey D. Daley. A proud 1985 graduate of Dover High School, she...
Cindy Ann Gerber
Jan 5, 2025
Cindy Ann Gerber, 67, of New Philadelphia, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 in New Dawn Retirement Community at Dover, following a period of declining health.
Born at Dennison, Cindy was the daughter of the late William A. and Shirley J. (Touvel) Gerber and a graduate of the former Indian Hills Christian School at New Philadelphia. Cindy had worked, for...
Albert Quivey
Jan 3, 2025
Albert Ney Quivey, 87, of Dover, died Friday, January 3, 2025, in Hennis Care Centre, peacefully following a period of declining health.
Born in Columbia Township on April 28, 1937, he was the son of the late William Ellis Quivey and Martha (Carpenter) Mays.
After graduating from Albany High School, Albert worked for Ravens Trailer Sales for more than 30 years in...
Daniel Lee Dunfee
Jan 3, 2025
Daniel Dunfee, 63, of Bucyrus and formerly of Dennison, passed away on January 3, 2025, at Ohio State Medical Center.
Born on October 29, 1961, in Dover, he was the son of the late Samuel and Edna F. (Kendle) Dunfee.
Dan was a dedicated public servant who began his career after graduating from Dover High School. He continued his education at Stark...
Phyllis Ames
Dec 30, 2024
Phyllis Ruth Ames, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, at the Hennis Care Center in Dover.
Born on March 20, 1932, in Washington, PA, Phyllis was the daughter of the late Galen H. and Ruth L. (Frizzell) Davis. After graduating from DeVilbiss High School in 1950, she spent several years showcasing her acting and...
Otis D. "Odie" Mathias
Dec 29, 2024
Otis D. "Odie" Mathias, Jr., 60, of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024, in his home, following a brief illness.
Odie was one of three sons born to the late Otis D. and Alice K. (Case) Mathias, Sr. and had graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1982. Odie carried with him a dedication to hard work, which...
Mary Beth Thomas
Dec 29, 2024
Mary Beth Thomas, age 70, formerly of Strasburg, died Sunday, December 29, 2024 in Ohio’s Hospice – Truman House at New Philadelphia, following a brief battle with Alzheimer’s.
Born in Bethesda, Maryland on June 20, 1954, Mary Beth was the daughter of the late Hugh Schott and Mary F. Boyd Bair and was a graduate of Strasburg-Franklin High School. She furthered...
Marjorie Ellen Smith
Dec 29, 2024
Marjorie Ellen Smith, 92, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2024. Born on January 3, 1932, in Bedford, Ohio, to John Jay Webb and Anna Grace Griminger, Marjorie lived a full and vibrant life.
Growing up in New Athens, she was one of three siblings, alongside her brother Vernon and sister Janet. On July 3, 1948, Marjorie married...
Roger G. Lile
Dec 25, 2024
Roger G. Lile, 84, of Dover, passed away at Ohio’s Hospice Truman House on December 25, 2024.
He was born on January 3, 1940, to the late William “Sonny” and Gladys (Youngen) Lile in New Philadelphia.
Roger graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1958 and attended Western Reserve University in Cleveland before enlisting in the U.S. Army. He served in...
Darlene Bean
Dec 25, 2024
Darlene Bean, age 77, of New Philadelphia, Ohio, died Wednesday, December 25, 2024, in her home following a period of declining health.
Born on January 28, 1947, Darlene was a daughter of the late Joseph and Doris Ann (Navin) Chartrand.
Darlene worked at Genie Garage door for over 20 years before her retirement. In the years since she has retired, she has...
