Randy R. Caldwell
Oct 7, 2023
Randy Ray Caldwell, 68, a lifelong Bowerston resident and avid outdoorsman, passed away unexpectedly on the crisp fall afternoon of October 7, 2023 while heading to his tree stand. Born May 13, 1955, he was a son of the late Howard Elwood Caldwell and Betty Pauline (Gibson) Caldwell. He was also preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law,...
Bruce W. Feister
Oct 6, 2023
Bruce Wayne Feister, 65, of Midvale, passed away at his home while surrounded by his loving family on Friday, October 6, 2023, after a bravely fought battle with cancer. Born August 17, 1958 in Dennison, he was a son of Junior Bruce Feister of Midvale and the late Judy Faye (Fanty) Feister.
A lifelong area resident, Bruce...
Gerald E. Wilson
Oct 4, 2023
Gerald “Jerry” Eldon Wilson, 85, of Dennison, Ohio, died at Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital in Dover, Ohio, on Wednesday, October 5, 2023 following a brief illness. He was born February 17, 1938 in Lima, Ohio to James and Margaret (Krebs) Wilson. He was the third of 14 siblings. On June 10, 1961, he married his college sweetheart, Marilyn McCarroll,...
Margaret "Peg" C. Failing
Oct 4, 2023
Margaret Caroline “Peg” Failing, 82, of Dennison, passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at New Dawn Retirement Center in Dover. Born September 16, 1941 in Midvale, she was a daughter of the late Willard Leroy “Mose” and Mary Josephine (Reidy) Tidrick.
A 1960 graduate of Midvale High School, Peg lived in Tuscarawas County throughout her life....
Harry "Jay" Devaul
Oct 4, 2023
Harry “Jay” Devaul, 82, of Dennison, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at the Community Hospice Truman House in New Philadelphia. He was born December 16, 1940 on the family farm near Dennison where he lived his whole life, a son of the late Arthur J. and Ethel Irene (Patterson) Devaul.
Jay was a...
Richard A. Bargar
Oct 3, 2023
Richard Allen Bargar, 85, of Dennison, passed away on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at Claymont Health and Rehabilitation in Uhrichsville. Born June 23, 1938, he was a son of the late Carl and Gladys Opal (Fenton) Bargar.
Immediately following his 1956 graduation from Uhrichsville High School, Dick enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He proudly served until the...
Peggy L. Milburn
Oct 2, 2023
Peggy L. Milburn, 76, of Gnadenhutten, Ohio passed away on Monday, October 2, 2023, at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Born August 11, 1947 in Dennison, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Spencer Sherman Lake.
On September 18, 1964, Peggy married Melvin Foster Milburn with whom she enjoyed over 46 years of marriage until...
Jack Beckley
Oct 1, 2023
John Arthur Beckley, known by all as Jack, passed away at the age of 83 in his home on Sunday, October 1, 2023, after a long period of declining health. Born September 18, 1940 in Dennison, he was the last surviving child of the late Floyd Bazal and Doris Muriel (Zay) Beckley, having been preceded in death by his...
Anola M. Ramsey
Sep 30, 2023
Anola Mae Ramsey, 85, of Dennison, passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the Community Hospice Truman House in New Philadelphia, following a period of declining health. Born July 15, 1938 in Dennison, Anola was a daughter of the late Robert Marshall and Julia Rose (Wenger) Stocker.
After her 1956 graduation from Dennison High School, on...
Douglas Eugene Mcpeek
Sep 28, 2023
Douglas Eugene McPeek, 72, of Dennison, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital in Dover. Born August 3, 1951 in Dennison, he was a son of the late Howard Earl and Thelma Lucille (Walton) McPeek.
A 1969 graduate of Claymont High School, Doug was a lifelong area resident. He retired from...
Ethel M. Kleski
Sep 28, 2023
Ethel Marie Kleski, 93, passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital. She had resided in Uhrichsville, Ohio prior to moving to Country Club Retirement Campus in Dover, Ohio. Ethel was born August 13, 1930 in Dennison, Ohio to the late Clarence Albert and Dola May (Albaugh) Marty.
She was a 1948 graduate...
Rebecca J. Murphy
Sep 28, 2023
Rebecca Jean Murphy, 66, of New Philadelphia, was called home to the Lord suddenly on Thursday, September 28, 2023, from Cleveland Clinic Union Hospital in Dover. Born February 24, 1957 in Dennison, she was a daughter of the late John Wallace and Marian Eileen (Davis) Granfell.
On June 12, 1977, Becky married Robert G. Murphy who survives...
Paul E. Day
Sep 27, 2023
Paul Edward Day, 91, of New Philadelphia, passed away at his daughter’s home, surrounded by loving family, on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Born October 24, 1931 in Port Washington, he was the last surviving child of the late George E. and Ella Barbara (Oneacre) Day, having been preceded in death by his siblings, George, Helen, Burnett “Shorty”, Lela, and...
Thomas J. Umpleby
Sep 25, 2023
Thomas J. Umpleby, 78, of Canton, Ohio, formerly a 20-year resident of Bridgeport, Ohio, passed away on Monday, September 25, 2023, at Sprenger Health Rose Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation in Massillon, Ohio, following a period of declining health. Born April 1, 1945 in Columbus, Ohio, he was a son of the late William Bruce and Clarice Nellie (McGuire) Umpleby....
Brad A. Meade
Sep 15, 2023
Brad Allen Meade, 45, of Strongsville, passed away at his home on Friday, September 15, 2023. Born October 17, 1977 in Dennison, he was a son of the late Dennis Morgan Meade.
A resident of Strongsville for nearly 20 years, Brad grew up in the Twin City area. After his 1996 graduation from Claymont High School, he...
Laurie A. Kinsey
Sep 14, 2023
Laurie Ann Kinsey, 59, of Gnadenhutten, passed away on September 14, 2023, at Riverside Manor in Newcomerstown. Born April 5, 1964 in Dover, she was a daughter of the late Robert Lester and Mary Kathryn “Katie” (Brisgal) Hamma.
Laurie was a 1982 graduate of Central Catholic High School and Buckeye JVS who lived in Tuscarawas County throughout...
Pastor E. Douglas Mallernee
Sep 14, 2023
Pastor Earl Douglas Mallernee, 77, of Leesville, Ohio, was born February 14, 1946 in the family home in Freeport, Ohio. On Thursday, September 14, 2023, Pastor Doug slipped off into the presence of his savior, Jesus Christ.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Earl J. and Edna (West) Mallernee. He is survived by...
William O. Ellwood
Sep 9, 2023
William Oran Ellwood, Sr., 93, of Uhrichsville, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 9, 2023. Born March 7, 1930 in Barberton, Ohio, he was a son of the late Charles Arthur and Eva Josephine (Keffer) Ellwood.
On December 5, 1952, Bill married the former Stella Jean Applegarth with whom he enjoyed nearly 65 years of...
Robert F. Richardson, Jr.
Sep 8, 2023
Robert Frederick Richardson, Jr., 68, of Dennison, passed away at his home on Friday, September 8, 2023, following some health challenges. Born November 29, 1954 in Dennison, he was a son of Eunice E. (Walker) Richardson Smith of Tuscarawas and the late Robert Frederick Richardson, Sr.
A lifelong area resident, Robbie was a 1973 graduate of Claymont...
Donna R. Hensley
Sep 8, 2023
Donna Raye Hensley, 83, of New Philadelphia, passed away on Friday, September 8, 2023, at Country Club Retirement Center in Dover, following a period of declining health. Born July 27, 1940 in Washington Co., Pennsylvania, she was a daughter of the late Helen (Nickison) Maust.
On September 27, 1959, Donna married Jacky Lee Hensley with whom she...
