Obituaries
Tuscarawas County, Ohio Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Dover, Strasburg, Tuscarawas County, Ohio & Surrounding Areas
Sandra J. "Sandy" Edwards
Sep 9, 2023
Sandra J. "Sandy" Edwards, a long-time accountant for HARCATUS Head Start, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at Aultman Hospital, Canton. She was known for her dedication to her career and her kind-hearted nature.
Sandy was born on October 24, 1965, in Dover, a daughter of the late James "Pete" and Maryella Diefenbacher Edwards. She graduated from Dover...
Charles J. Giumenti
Sep 8, 2023
Charles J. “Charlie” Giumenti, 88, of Roswell passed away at his home on Friday, September 8, 2023.
Born in Roswell on March 8, 1935, he was the son of the late Raymond and Lena C. (Bollini) Giumenti. He was also preceded in death by his sister; Anita Rice, and brother, Gary Giumenti.
Charlie attended St. Joseph High...
Catherine R. Liegl
Sep 7, 2023
Catherine R. Liegl, age 80, of Dover, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023, in Aultman Hospital, Canton, following a brief illness.
Born June 18, 1943, in Randolph, Portage County, she was a daughter of the late John and Helen Bauer Moledor. Catherine graduated from St. Joseph High School in Randolph-Mogadore, and, on June 13, 1970, married John J....
Mary R. Schaar
Sep 7, 2023
Mary R. Schaar, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 7, 2023, in her hometown of Dover.
She was born on March 21, 1940, to Albert Bair and Margaret (Tomer) Bair. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Tommy Thompson; and her brothers, Robert and Charles Bair.
Mary had...
Joseph E. "Joe" Sayre
Sep 1, 2023
Joseph E. "Joe" Sayre, a dedicated family man and respected community member, passed away peacefully at his home in Dover on September 1, 2023. Born on November 5, 1928, in New Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Ellis and Myrtle Cook Sayre. Joe was also preceded in death by his brothers, Verl and Roy Turney Sr., and...
Betty Lou Fearon
Aug 31, 2023
Betty L. Fearon, 74, of Dover passed away at Park Village Health Care Center.
Born on September 28, 1948, in Bowerston, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Bill and Margaret (Corbin) Lambert. She was also preceded in death by James Fearon; along with three of her brothers; Danny, Jim, and Paul Lambert.
Betty was the...
Bradley J. Holcomb
Aug 27, 2023
Bradley Jay Holcomb, 58, a proud veteran of the United States Navy, passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023, after a period of declining health due to complications from multiple strokes.
The son of Delbert and Eleanor (Van Meter) Holcomb, Bradley grew up in Dover, Ohio. He was born on October 14, 1964 and was a graduate of Dover High...
Stephanie A. Kyler
Aug 25, 2023
Stephanie A. Kyler, a loving wife, mother and grandmother, passed away unexpectedly at her home on August 25, 2023. Stephanie's passing has left a void in the lives of her family and friends.
She was born on October 8, 1977 in Cambridge, the daughter of the late Dennis Scurto. Stephanie was close with her father and her grandmother, Nancy Scurto....
Elizabeth N. "Betty" Hinkley
Aug 24, 2023
Elizabeth N. "Betty" Hinkley, a talented pianist and beloved member of her community, passed away on August 24, 2023 in Somerdale. Born on February 26, 1931 in Upland, Indiana, Betty's life was characterized by her passion for music and dedication to her loved ones.Betty was renowned for her exceptional piano skills and generously shared her talent with others. She took...
Doran P. Gordon
Aug 22, 2023
Doran P. Gordon, 87, of Dover passed into eternal glory on Tuesday, August 22, 2023 from the debilitating effects of Parkinson’s disease. Born on November 1, 1935 to James “Glenn” and Lela Gordon on the family farm in Dover Township, and lived the rest of his life on his own adjoining farm. He raised Hereford cattle and Suffolk sheep,...
Durlan R. Kandel
Aug 22, 2023
Durlan R. Kandel, age 85, a long-time resident of Stone Creek, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
Born July 28, 1938, in Holmes County, he was a son of the late Daniel and Alma Sommers Kandel. As a young man, Durlan attended the former Wooster Highway School in Dover and...
Carol Jean Graef
Aug 21, 2023
Carol Jean Graef, 78, of Dover, Ohio passed away peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2023 at the Schoenbrunn Healthcare in New Philadelphia after a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s Disease.
Carol was a lifelong resident of the Dover/New Philadelphia area. Born May 1, 1945 in Dover, she was the daughter of the late Lloyd and Anna Miller who resided...
Zan R. Harmon
Aug 20, 2023
Zan R. Harmon, 66, of Euclid, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023. He was born on September 11, 1956, in Dover. Zan was known for his dedicated career as a Mortgage Underwriter at Chase Bank in Cleveland, where he served diligently until his retirement in 2016.
Zan's life was marked by his unwavering commitment to his family....
Terry Lee Lawrence
Aug 14, 2023
Terry Lee Lawrence, a beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away unexpectedly at his home in Dover on Monday, August 14, 2023 following a brief, but courageous battle with cancer. He was born on January 3, 1958, in Coshocton to the late Vincent and Donna Bryan Lawrence.
Terry dedicated over two decades of his life to the City of Dover...
Herbert D. "Herb" Huth
Aug 12, 2023
Herbert Dean Huth, “Herb, Honey, Dad, Pop, The Bicycle Man, #1 Steeler Fan,”80 years old, went home to be with his heavenly Father, Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton.
Herb was born September 2, 1942 at Union Hospital in Dover to Violet Mae(Wright) and Walter Dean Huth. Herb is survived...
Judith A. Schlosser
Aug 12, 2023
Judith M. “Judy” Schlosser, 83, of Dover passed away at the Community Hospice Truman House on Saturday, August 12, 2023.
Born in Berea, Ohio on December 19, 1939, she was the daughter of the late John and Catherine (Lowe) Besch.
On May 30, 1959, Judy married James Schlosser, who preceded her in death on August 23, 2015.
She was...
Paul James Neiger Jr.
Aug 11, 2023
Paul James Neiger Jr., 65, of New Philadelphia passed away on Friday, August 11, 2023.
Born in Dover on March 24, 1958, he was the son of the late Paul James Sr. and Alta (Page) Neiger. He was a 1976 graduate of New Philadelphia High School. Paul was the owner of Industrial Finishers in Dover.
Paul was a member...
Enid M. Henry Wallace
Aug 11, 2023
Enid M. Henry Wallace, age 98, of a long-time resident of Harrison County, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023, in Community Hospice Truman House.
Born July 30, 1925, in Dover, she was a daughter of the late Carroll and Blanche Coventry Keller. Enid graduated from Dover High School in 1943, and went on to work in manufacturing in...
Edna M. Smith
Aug 10, 2023
Edna M. Smith, 89, of Strasburg passed away at Hennis Care Center on Thursday, August 10, 2023 following a long period of declining health.
Born in Dover Township on May 13, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Clyde and C. Mae Ralph Yackey.
Edna married the love of her life, Gary A. Smith, on May 5, 1957. ...
Donald L. Knight
Aug 6, 2023
Donald L. Knight, 91, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on August 6, 2023, in New Philadelphia, Ohio at Schoenbrunn Health Care Center.
He was born on August 18, 1931, in Deersville, Ohio. He was the son of the late Omen W. Knight and Hattie Winn Tongret.
Donald dedicated 42 years of his life to Greer...
