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Melanie Sue Briggs
Jul 9, 2025
Melanie Sue Briggs, age 67, of Tuscarawas, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, surrounded by love, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
She dedicated her life to caring for others, spending most of her career as a compassionate and hardworking nurse. Her fierce independence, sharp mind, and resilient spirit defined her life. She lived boldly, spoke her truth,...
David Edward Hoelscher
Jul 8, 2025
David Edward Hoelscher, age 79, of Mineral City, died Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in his residence following a period of declining health.
Born in Dover, Ohio on June 13, 1946, David was a son of the late Vincent Eldon and Thelma Lillie Cantrell Hoelscher.
After proudly serving his country as a member of the United States Army, David worked for many years...
Dennis Trombulak
Jul 5, 2025
Dennis Trombulak, age 73, of New Philadelphia passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 in Park Village Dover under the care of Ohio’s Hospice, after a period of declining health.
Dennis was born on June 17, 1952 at Warner Robins, Georgia, to the late Paul and Julia (Kamenski) Trombulak.
He was an electrician by trade. He worked at J&L Steel in Aliquippa,...
Carolyn Marie Dillon Chaney
Jul 4, 2025
Carolyn Marie Dillon Chaney, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025.
Born to John C. Dillon and Elsie (Carroll) Dillon, Carolyn grew up in Barnhill, Ohio, where her love for music, art, and family began to take root.
She attended Midvale High School. Carolyn’s life was rich with creativity and heart. She had an extraordinary gift for...
Janet Renner
Jul 3, 2025
Janet K. Renner, age 85 of New Philadelphia passed away early Thursday, July 3, 2025 after a rapid decline in health beginning May 28, 2025.
Born in her family farm on December 12, 1939, the only daughter in a family of boys, to Loren and Harriet (Hawk) Beaber.
Janet was a 1957of New Philadelphia High School. After graduation she began a career...
Helen C. Harris
Jul 2, 2025
Helen C. Harris, age 94, of Dover, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at The Inn at Northwood Village in Dover, following a period of declining health.
Born in Dover on December 22, 1930, Helen was the daughter of the late Gus and Mary (Aleferis) Lambros. She graduated from Dover High School in 1948 and began her professional journey...
Charles D. Martinelli
Jun 30, 2025
February 27, 1950 - June 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charles D. Martinelli (Chuck), age 75, who peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, June 30, 2025. He died at his home.
A proud veteran, Chuck served his country with honor in Vietnam from 1970 to 1971. Upon...
Mike Duda
Jun 30, 2025
Michael Anthony Duda, 64, of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family.
Born in Dover Township on March 15, 1961, he was the son of the late Michael E. Duda and Sandra Ann (Burlison) Duda-Buss.
Michael was a proud graduate of Central Catholic High School, Class of 1979. He spent his summers baking on the...
Robert "Bob" Price
Jun 27, 2025
Robert A. Price, Sr., 83, of Dennison, passed away June 27, 2025 at Sunny Slope Nursing Home following a period of declining health.
Born October 6, 1941, in Massillon, he was a son of the late Vernon and Margaret (Lab) Price.
Bob retired from General Telephone Company where he began as a lineman and retired as a Technical Instructor. He was a...
Dale Glen Cline
Jun 26, 2025
Dale G. Cline, age 72, of Montebello, California, died Thursday, June 26, 2025 in Kaiser Permanente Hospital at Baldwin Park, California, after a period of declining health.
He was born November 22, 1952 in Dover, Ohio to H. Glen and Thelma (Ring) Cline. He graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1971. While at NPHS, he was a proud member of...
David L. Meese
Jun 26, 2025
David L. Meese, 58, of New Philadelphia, a cherished brother and friend, passed away Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Akron, following a period of declining health.
Born at Dover, David was the son of the late Melvin and Mary Lou (Armstrong) Meese and a graduate from Indian Valley High School, where he forged lasting memories and friendships.
David approached life with a...
Linda L. Risher
Jun 25, 2025
Linda Lee Risher, 72, of Uhrichsville, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025 at Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born on March 22, 1953, in Dover, Ohio, to the late Robert Lee Gribble and Norma Jean Medley Gribble.
A New Philadelphia High School graduate, Linda's lifelong passion for music led her to become...
Linda Kinsey
Jun 25, 2025
Linda Kinsey, 77, of Sherrodsville, passed away June 25, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic Hospital at Cleveland following a period of declining health.
Born August 17, 1947, in Dover, she was a daughter of the late Jim and Lillian (Davis) Grasselli.
She married Larry Kinsey on June 25, 1965 and began a 60-year journey of love. She was a devoted wife, mother,...
David Martinelli
Jun 24, 2025
**This obituary is being published as a courtesy to the David Martinelli family. He is the brother of the late Charles "Chuck" Martinelli, who is in the care of Geib Funeral Home.
David L. Martinelli, of Columbus, died on June 24, 2005 after a lengthy illness.
He leaves behind his loving wife, Colleen; nine children; and three sisters, Mrs. Linda (Joe) Edwards,...
Barb Irvin
Jun 23, 2025
Barbara Lee Irvin, age 74, of New Philadelphia, died late Monday evening, June 23, 2025, while in New Dawn Health Care Center at Dover following a lengthy illness.
Born in Steubenville, Ohio on February 5, 1951, Barb was a daughter of the late Joseph “Jay” and Doris Reinhardt Mann.
She was a 1969 graduate of Toronto High School and went on to...
Kenneth W. Heid
Jun 22, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Heid, 89, passed away peacefully at his home at Stone Creek on June 22, 2025.
Kenneth was born on August 14, 1935 in New Philadelphia to the late John and Grace Heid, and was preceded in death by his twin infant sons, Keith and Karl, and his daughter Kathy Mattison.
Kenneth married his wife Doris “Jackie” (Kohler) Heid, on July...
Debra G. Crabtree
Jun 21, 2025
Debra G. Crabtree, age 67, formerly of Uhrichsville, died peacefully, Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Divine Health and Rehabilitation at New Philadelphia.
A daughter of the late James and Delores Luyster Rollins, Debra was born in Alexandria, Louisiana on August 25, 1957.
She was a graduate of Claymont High School and on April 17, 1994, married William E. Crabtree. Together the couple...
Caroline Ann Trachsel
Jun 21, 2025
Caroline Ann Trachsel, 84, of New Philadelphia, passed away peacefully in Divine Healthcare at New Philadelphia on June 21, 2025.
Born in Dover on September 29, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Ivor Earl and Thelma Mae (Harper) Penrod.
After graduating from New Philadelphia High School, Caroline served for numerous years at the Tuscarawas County Home as an STNA.
She is...
Daniel D. Carlisle
Jun 20, 2025
Daniel D. Carlisle, 94, of Goshen, passed away June 20, 2025 at the Gables of Canton following a period of declining health.
Born October 10, 1930, he was the son of the late James C. and Helen M. (Reymond) Carlisle.
After graduating from Midvale High School, Dan began working in the coal mines before later joining the former Union Camp. He dedicated...
Jeffrey G. Tolotti
Jun 19, 2025
Jeffrey G. Tolotti, 59, of New Philadelphia passed away in Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital on June 19, 2025, following a period of declining health.
Born in Dover on December 14, 1965, he was the son of the late Morris G. and Joyce A. (Scott) Tolotti.
He was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in everything from fishing and camping at Leesville Lake...
