Stanley T Zumack
Apr 23, 2026
Stanley T. Zumack, affectionately known as "Stash," passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by his loving family. Born on October 23, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, Stash was the cherished son of Joseph and Helen (Turon) Zumack and Budimir Ruzicic.
A dedicated and steadfast individual, Stanley devoted 30 years of his career to Ford Motor...
Suzan Mertes
Apr 20, 2026
Suzan Mertes, 69, of Cinnamon Lake, Ohio, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026. She leaves a legacy of kindness, generosity, and service to others. Born March 7, 1957, in Hamilton, Ohio, she was the daughter of Richard and Saundra (Schaeffer) Wiehe (both deceased). She is survived by her beloved husband of more than 42 years, Charles “Chuck” Mertes; her...
Carolyn M Grace
Apr 17, 2026
Carolyn M Grace 70, of Rittman, Ohio died on April 17, 2026. She was born to parents Robert and Mary Ellen (Honkomp) Bowers on January 3, 1956 in St. Louis Missouri.
She is survived by her children: Jason (Jeanette) Bowers of Rittman, Frank Anthony Herra of Medina, Lynn Anspach of Las Vegas, Carolyn Grace Jr. of Medina and Richard (Emliee) Grace...
Kenneth N. Beard
Apr 16, 2026
Imagine everything a man witnesses in 104 years, and yet he told the same seven stories every time I saw him. Grandpa Kenny entered this world on March 13, 1922 in Sullivan, Ohio to parents Charles Henry and Edna Mary (Holbrook) Beard and passed from it on April 16, 2026 at 5:15 PM at Bayley Senior Care in Cincinnati, Ohio....
Mark E. Rohrbaugh
Apr 11, 2026
On April 11, 2026, Mark E. Rohrbaugh went home peacefully to be with his Lord and Saviour, surrounded by family, following a brief illness. It was a gentle passing, marked by the presence of those he loved most. He was preceded in death by his father, Max E. Rohrbaugh, and his mother, Esther L. Rohrbaugh.
Mark is survived by his three...
Barry Lee Hunter
Apr 10, 2026
Barry Lee Hunter 71 of West Salem died April 10, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with an illness.
He was born on August 20, 1954 in Lynchburg, Virginia to parents Arthur and Doris (Wood) Hunter.
Barry retired from Plastipak in Medina and Sheetz in Burbank after many years of service.
Barry was a devoted and loving...
Mark A. Monaco
Mar 25, 2026
Mark A. Monaco, 64 of West Salem, Ohio died March 25, 2026 at Akron General Medical Center due to declining health. Mark was born December 8, 1961 in Uniontown, PA to parents John and Mary (Soltis) Monaco. He graduated from Laurel Highlands High School in Pennsylvania. Mark proudly served his country as an Army Ranger. Then he earned an Associate’s...
Stanley N. Fryman
Mar 21, 2026
Stanley N Fryman, 12 of West Salem was called home to Jesus on March 21, 2026.
Stanley was born on January 14, 2014 in Barberton, Ohio to parents Matthew Babbs and Laurie Fryman. Stan was a 6th grader at Northwestern Middle school where he was Founder and President of OONA INC and The Triangle Club. He was a cherished member of...
Ellen Jean Stettin
Mar 21, 2026
Ellen Jean Stettin, 70 of Wyant Woods Healthcare Center in Akron, formerly of West Salem died on Saturday March 21, 2026 at Akron General Hospital. Ellen was born September 26, 1955 in Medina, Ohio to Edward and Effie (McDougale) Stettin Sr. She attended Cloverleaf High School and worked at the White Castle Restaurant in Burbank. Ellen also worked as an...
Larry Donald Hagan
Feb 19, 2026
He was born on October 17, 1941 in Gallagher, Kanawha County West Virginia to Lovell Marie and Charles Eli Hagan. He entered eternal rest on February 19, 2026.
Larry was a faithful man of Christ, a dedicated son, father, husband, brother, papaw and friend. His sense of humor was contagious and his musical talents were phenomenal. The love he carried for...
Charles A. Roach
Feb 18, 2026
Charles Albert Roach, longtime resident of Renton, Washington, passed away on February 18, 2026. Born in Wooster, Ohio, he was the son of Otto and Gertrude (Trigg) Roach.
After graduating from high school, Charles enlisted in the United States Navy, where he traveled the world and eventually made his home in Washington State. In the 1970s, he returned to Ohio and...
Franklin E Allgire
Feb 9, 2026
Franklin “Frank” Edward Allgire, 85, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, following a short illness. Born at home on February 22, 1940, he was the youngest of three children born to Edward Franklin and Sadie Marie Day Allgire. He grew up alongside his sisters, Ruth (the late Richard) Howell and the late Betty (the late Carl Douglas) Hummel, in...
Caroline Kloock
Feb 1, 2026
Caroline Kloock, 64 of Lodi died Sunday, February 1, 2026 at Medina Hospital.
She was born on December 17, 1961 in Montgomery, West Virginia, she was the daughter of Opie and Caroline (Barker) Nutter Jr.
Caroline attended Cloverleaf High School. She married Timothy Kloock on February 10, 1996 and he preceded her in death on September 18, 2018.
Caroline enjoyed shopping for antiques...
Raymond H. Miller
Jan 14, 2026
Raymond H Miller 63, of West Salem passed away on January 14, 2026. He was born January 5, 1963 in Springfield, Vermont to parents Donald and Sharron (Hronek) Miller. Ray graduated from Northwestern High School in 1981. He was a heavy Equipment Operator for the Local 18 Union. Ray recently received his 25 years of service pin. He enjoyed racing...
Joyce L Farner
Dec 31, 2025
Joyce L Farner 68, West Salem returned home to Jesus on December 31, 2025 at her home surrounded her family. She was born on March 31, 1957, in Lodi, Ohio to parents Gordon and Opal (Norris) Senz. She graduated from Norwayne High School in 1975. She was the Co-Owner of Heavenly Delight in West Salem for 25 years and a...
Pasha Seifried
Dec 30, 2025
Pasha Seifried, a Russian Blue cat, pedigreed as Tylona’s Koenigsee, died a few days short of his 16th birthday on December 30th, 2025 in Wooster, Ohio. Pasha was named after a character in Doctor Zhivago. He was born in Milan, Michigan. Even at his first drive home, he did not enjoy long car rides! Fortunately, his family eventually discovered he...
Leora Ward
Dec 29, 2025
Leora “Lee” Faye (Way) Ward left her earthly home on Monday, December 29, 2025 to join her Lord in her heavenly home. She is now resting peacefully in the arms of her Heavenly Father and holding hands with her soulmate, Roy “Toot" Ward Jr. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Matteson Funeral Home in West Salem, Ohio.
She was born in...
Andrea Lynn Nelson
Dec 25, 2025
Andrea Lynn (Miller) Nelson, 65, passed away on December 25, 2025, after several years of declining health.
Andrea was born on December 19, 1960, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Donald and Janice Miller. She attended Cloverleaf High School in Lodi, Ohio, and Medina County JVS, and went on to spend her life doing what she loved—working as a beautician. Andrea worked at...
Kathryn Kelling - Owen
Dec 16, 2025
Kathryn “Kay” Kelling – Owen 87, died on December 16, 2025 at McMullen Assisted Care in Loudonville, Ohio. She was born May 17, 1938 to parents Clifton and Eleanor (Knoble) McDowell in Elyria, Ohio. She graduated from Firelands High School. Kay worked at Buehler’s in Wooster. She enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening. From the fruits of her labor she canned...
Deborah S Glancy
Dec 1, 2025
Deborah S. Glancy, 72 of Brunswick died on December 1, 2025 at Brunswick Pointe. She was born on August 5, 1953 in Berea, Ohio to parents Howard and Edna (Jones) Glancy. She graduated from Strongsville High School in 1971. She was a homemaker and she had a special gift for flower arranging especially wedding flowers. She also worked at Slansky’s...
