Alliance: Ashli Helene (Todd) Wilding, age 42 went home with the Lord on October 11, 2019. She was born May 12, 1977, in Marshfield, Wisconsin to David and Marcia (Beeson) Todd.  She was a 1996 graduate of United High School and Columbiana County Career Center. She attended Hocking County College for childcare. She enjoyed shopping, cats, long walks, but especially doing her hair. She worked as a cook and waitress, most of her life.  She was a member of Winona United Methodist...

Newton Falls: Robert H. Albright Jr: went home with the Lord on October 7, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born June 8, 1943, in Ravenna, Ohio to Robert H. and Eileen (Hockenberry) Albright. He was a very dedicated family man that loved the Lord. He was known to have the patience of Job and very kind hearted. He enjoyed playing music at his church, Freewill Baptist Church. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, a loving family including his Sons: Robert (Antoniette)...

Salem: James “Dallas” Montgomery Is at peace as of 10/6/2019. James was born 3/6/1942 to the late Lauren C. Montgomery Sr. and Grace Rhome. He was retired from McQuilken Lumber where he worked for over 30 years. James had a big heart and was loved by many. He is survived by Daughter Diana (Steven) Phillis and son, Dallas “Scott” Montgomery. 5 Grandchildren Michael (Jean) Phillis, Matthew Roesti, Adam (Shannon) Phillis, Miranda (Tyler) Carr and Andrew Montgomery. 9...

Alliance: Franklin E. Taylor III: age 31 went home with the Lord on October 3, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. Franklin was born March 23, 1988, in Alliance, Ohio to Franklin and Patricia (Gabbel) Taylor Jr;. Franklin was a hard worker who spent most of his life working as a landscaper. He loved and enjoyed his family and friends. He was a avid video game player. He enjoyed fishing, hanging out with his friends and a good bon fire.   He leaves behind to cherish his...

Eric V. Swopes Sr age 59 Went home to be with the Lord on September 23rd 2019. Eric was born September 7th, 1960 in Gary Indiana to the late Charles and Dorothy Swopes.   He was a printer for press works in Alliance Ohio. He was a dedicated family man that loved God. He was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church in Alliance Ohio. Eric was known for being OCD towards cleaning. He was definitely known for being a comedian. He enjoyed old school music and dancing. He was an excellent...

Ronda Alicia (Ross) Walker, 53, of Alliance, passed away suddenly in her home on Sunday, September 22, 2019. Ronda was born March 10, 1966, in East Liverpool, the daughter of the late Ron and Evelyn “Dee” (Beaver) Ross. Ronda graduated from Wellsville High School in 1984. Ronda was married for 27 years to Tony Walker of Louisville, and they remained close friends until her death. She worked in Alliance for over 25 years, most of that time spent working for Central Coated...

Salem: Charles E. Deville Sr: age 61 went home with the Lord on September 20, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. . Charles was born October 2, 1957 in Salem, Ohio to the late Carl and Janet (French) Deville. He was a semi truck driver for over 40 years. He was a Jack of All Trades, he could fix anything and everything. He enjoyed drag racing and tractor pulls. He leaves behind to cherish his memories, a loving family including his wife: Tiffany (Brown) Deville. Daughters: Brandy...

Alliance: Jack D. Specht, age 86 went home with the Lord on September 17, 2019 at Alliance Community Care Center. Jack was born on October 13, 1932 in Lexington Township to the late Irvin and Jennie (McBride) Specht. He was retired from Morgan's Engineering where he was a welder. He was a veteran of United States Air Force. He was a 1950 graduate of Alliance High School. He enjoyed wood working, gardening, collecting guns and clocks and playing cards and Bocce. He was a very...

DEERFIELD - Sherman M. Layne, 91, passed away September 12, 2019 at Courtyard in Salem with family by his side. Born September 13, 1928 in Virginia to James and Lottie Layne, he retired from Royal China and had a farm in Deerfield for 50 years. He was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He is survived by children, Sherm (Townia) Layne, Pat (Denny) Elrod, Alice (Mike) Douth, Jim (Suzanne) Layne, Sherrie Jakubisn, Marilyn Kuntzman and John Layne; 13 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 9...

  Berlin Center:     Ronald Randall, age 76 went home with the Lord on September 7, 2019 at Akron Summa Hospital. He was a retired Chemistry teacher at Roosevelt High School. He was a teacher at Roosevelt for over 20 years. He was a graduate of  Canfield High School and earned his bachelor's degree at Kent State University in Chemistry. He earned his  Master's degree at Youngstown State University in Education. He was a proud horse owner and trainer...