Obituaries
Tuscarawas County, Ohio Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Dover, Strasburg, Tuscarawas County, Ohio & Surrounding Areas
Ruby A. McNutt
Jan 22, 2025
Ruby A. McNutt, 80, of New Philadelphia passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 in the Ohio's Hospice Truman House.
Cremation has been entrusted to the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home and Crematory at Dover. There are no public services or calling hours.
Helen Kathleen "Kathy" Matthus
Jan 18, 2025
H. Kathleen “Kathy” Matthus
Helen Kathleen Matthus 1943-2025
81, of New Philadelphia, passed away at the Hospice Truman House on Jan. 18, 2025, following a short period of declining health.
Early Life and Education
Born in Canton, on August 14, 1943, she was the daughter of the late John E. and Helen I. (Saunders) Booth. After graduating from Midvale High School in 1961, Kathy...
Suanne Gordon
Jan 17, 2025
Suanne Gordon, 69, of New Philadelphia passed away unexpectedly at her home on Friday, January 17, 2025.
She was born on April 29, 1955 in East Liverpool and was a daughter of Dorothy Van Dyke Kaufman of New Philadelphia and the late George Wilson.
Suanne retired from the Whirlpool Corporation in Marion, Ohio after many years of service. In her spare time...
Gene C. Hensel
Jan 16, 2025
Gene C. Hensel, 87, a life resident of Strasburg, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 16, 2025.
He was born on June 24, 1937 in Canton and was a son of the late Clete and Kathryn Mosher Hensel. Gene was also preceded in death by his siblings, Virginia Deuker, Mary Bitikofer, Betty Flatley,...
Howard E. Rogers
Jan 9, 2025
Howard E. Rogers, 75, of Dover passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2024 in the Ohio’s Hospice Truman House.
Born June 4, 1949 in Cambridge he was a son of the late Howard H. and Victoria Ambro Rogers.
Howard proudly served his country with the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He retired from Robin Technical Services after many years of...
Chris Allen Vasbinder
Jan 6, 2025
Chris Allen Vasbinder, age 61, a life-long resident of Dover, passed away Monday, January 6, 2025, in his home surrounded by his family, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
Born May 10, 1963, he was the son of the late William “Bill” and LaVern (Hootman) Vasbinder. Chris began working at a young age delivering newspapers after school, and later, at...
Violet "Lynne" McCully
Jan 5, 2025
Violet “Lynne” McCully, 83, of Bolivar passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 in the Hennis Care Centre at Bolivar.
Born July 21, 1941 in Midvale, she was a daughter of the late Earl and Margaret Ayers Weaver. Lynne was also preceded in death by her husband, Fred C. McCully on December 1, 2018.
Lynne retired in 2000 from Zimmer after 26...
Charles A. Wasylik
Jan 4, 2025
Charles A. Wasylik, also known as “Door Stop” or “Chic” passed away suddenly at his home in Dover on Saturday, January 4, 2025.
He was born on February 27, 1931 in Dover and was a son of the late Alec and Anna Schott Wasylik. Chic was also preceded in death by his brother, John Wasylik.
Chic proudly served his country with the...
Ray E. Burkhart
Jan 4, 2025
Ray E. Burkhart, 82, of Dover, and formerly of Zoar, passed into the presence of his Lord on Saturday, January 4, 2025 in the Ohio’s Hospice Truman House following a long struggle with Parkinson’s.
Born May 7, 1942 in Dover, he was a son to the late Henry and Neva Grim Burkhart of Bolivar. He was also preceded in death by...
Jeffery L. Trotter
Dec 29, 2024
Jeffery L. Trotter, age 75, born on June 21, 1949, in Dover, Ohio, passed away on December 29, 2024, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital. He was the son of the late George and Irene (Komaromy) Trotter.
After many years of dedicated service as a truck driver, Jeffery entered retirement with a storied career that included driving for renowned personalities such as...
Joyce L. Little
Dec 29, 2024
Joyce L. Little, age 73, of Dover, died Sunday, December 29, 2024, following a period of declining health.
Born June 23, 1951, in Wheeling, West Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Elizabeth (Metz) Florence. Joyce graduated from Martins Ferry High School and attended Kent State University. She was employed for over 20 years by Twin City Hospital...
Stephen R. Gombos
Dec 29, 2024
Stephen R. Gombos, 64, of Dover, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Medical Center in Canton, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and memories as vivid as his personality.
Born on July 3, 1960, in Warren, Ohio, Stephen was the beloved son of the late Stephen J. and Pauline Prelac Gombos. A man of boundless...
John Schaar
Dec 27, 2024
John Schaar Sr, 86, passed away on December 27, 2024, at Hennis Care Center in Bolivar.
Born on December 20, 1938, in Dover, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert and Grace (Feller) Schaar.
John married Mary Bair on January 8, 1960. Mary preceded him in death on September 7, 2023. He was also preceded in death by his brother,...
Charles "Frank" Lehigh
Dec 26, 2024
Charles F. Lehigh, known to all as “Frank,” went home to be with the Lord on December 26, 2024.
Frank was born on October 13, 1952, in Dennison to the late Robert and Mary Lou (McPeek) Lehigh. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Herb and Robin Lehigh, and his brother-in-law, John McDonald.
Frank graduated from Claymont High School in...
Timothy J. "Tim" Hiller
Dec 26, 2024
Timothy J. “Tim” Hiller, age 66, of New Philadelphia, died at home on Thursday, December 26, 2024; Tim’s overall health had been declining recently.
Born January 8, 1958, in Dover, he was the son of the late Glenn and Evelyn (Welsch) Hiller. Tim graduated from Tuscarawas Valley High School in 1977, and was employed by Marlite in Dover, and later, by...
Marlen A. VonAllmen
Dec 23, 2024
Marlen A. VonAllmen, 91, born on August 18, 1933, in New Philadelphia, Ohio, peacefully passed away on December 23, 2024, in Dover, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Hannah (Collins) Schoelles. A beloved member of her community, Marlen's life was defined by her dedication to her career and her passions.
Marlen graduated from New Philadelphia High School.
She...
Thomas L. Beach
Dec 22, 2024
On Sunday, December twenty-second, Thomas Beach, age 64, took his last breath at 4:20 in the morning, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on December 8, 1960. He was the son of the late Harry Vierheller and Lottie and Jack (Blackson) Beach.
Thomas was a 1979 graduate of Dover High School and Buckeye JVS.
His wife, Linda Beach, preceded...
Kathy S. Craig Howell
Dec 22, 2024
Kathy S. Craig Howell, 71, of Dover, and formerly of New Philadelphia, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 in the Country Club Retirement Campus, Dover
Born August 11, 1953 in Dover she was a daughter of the late Vernon and Virginia Lawley Craig. Kathy was also preceded in death by her husband, Frederick Howell in 2018.
She is survived by her...
Raymond E. Beal
Dec 20, 2024
Raymond E. Beal, 86, of Canton passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 20, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Born on August 24, 1938 in Cambridge, Ohio he was a son of the late Ray and Mary Beal. He is also preceded in death by his first love of his life, Doris Beal. They were married on April 8,...
Shari K. George
Dec 18, 2024
Shari K. (Finley) George, age 68, of New Philadelphia, passed away, following a long illness, on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born October 11, 1956, in Dover, the daughter of the late Francis Finley and Dorothy Aschbacher Janson. Shari graduated from New Philadelphia High School in 1975 and later returned to school...
