Scott Allen Wilkes
Jul 10, 2026
Scott Allen Wilkes, 53, of West Salem, OH, passed away on Friday evening, July 10, 2026, at
FisherTitus Medical Center in Norwalk, OH after sustaining injuries in an automobile accident.
His passing leaves a quiet where the music of his life once played loud, steady, and full of soul.
Scott lived with grit, heart, and music in his veins — a rocknroll soul...
Orda Slone
Jun 25, 2026
In loving memory of Orda Slone.
July 27, 1946 - June 25, 2026
Orda Slone, of Seville Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026. After a long and courageous battle with lung cancer Orda passed away gently under the loving care of Cleveland Clinic Hospice with his daughter Lisa by his side.
And it is with heavy hearts that we announce...
Avanell M. Sturgill
Jun 21, 2026
Avanell M. Sturgill, born Avanell M. Van Gilder on October 25, 1937, in Czar, West Virginia, passed away on June 21, 2026, at Wooster Community Hospital.
Throughout her life, Avanell was known for her dedication as a homemaker, a role in which she found both purpose and fulfillment. She was committed to her family, lending her kindness and care to every...
Paul J Farley
Jun 16, 2026
Paul J. Farley, born on March 31, 1939, in Chapmanville, West Virginia, passed away on June 16, 2026, in Orrville. Paul was a dedicated worker who retired from Hugard Manufacturing in 2004.
He was well known for enjoying simple pleasures in life. He liked mowing the lawn, building trailers, and spending time tinkering around with projects. These activities brought him joy...
Elaine M Wicks
Jun 4, 2026
Elaine M Wicks was born to Anton & Stella (nee Wojtonek) Wieczorek on February 7, 1938. In 1958, she gave birth to Robin (Jeff) Jenkins (nee Guckiean), 1959 to Robert (Trena) Guckiean of Florida, 1960 to Randall Guckiean of Texas and 1967 to Rebecca (Tod) Wacker (nee Guckiean) of West Salem. She spent the last several years living in Brunswick,...
Daryl N Gray
May 19, 2026
Daryl N Gray, born on August 16, 1963, in Wooster, Ohio, passed away on May 19, 2026, in West Salem, Ohio. He was 62 years old.
Daryl graduated from Northwestern High School in 1982. He enjoyed woodworking and found great joy in babysitting his granddaughter, pursuits that reflected his patience and dedication.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 18 years,...
Harold M Gillespie
May 13, 2026
Harold M Gillespie, 77, of Rittman, Ohio
Harold M Gillespie, born June 4, 1948, was the son of Genevieve and Maynard Gillespie. He was born and lived his early life in Rittman, Ohio. He married Terri Kremer in 1969 and graduated from Maryville College, Maryville,Tennessee, in 1971, with a degree in art. Four years later, he and his family relocated to...
Robert V Webb
May 10, 2026
Robert V. Webb, affectionately known as Bob, passed away on May 10, 2026, at the Autumnwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rittman, Ohio. Born on January 26, 1952, in Cleveland, Bob led a life marked by dedication to family, community, and service.
Bob honorably served his country in the United States Navy, exemplifying the values of loyalty and commitment. After his...
Carol S Wright
May 9, 2026
Carol S. (Forbes) Wright, passed away peacefully at her home on May 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving and faithful family. Born on August 1, 1962, in Lodi, Ohio, Carol dedicated over four decades of her life to her career at Premium Building Products.
A proud graduate of Northwestern High School’s class of 1980. She met her future husband, Bill Wright...
Rexanne Ward
May 3, 2026
Rexanne Ward age 82 passed away peacefully at Avenue at Wooster on May 3, 2026. She was born October 29, 1943 in Lodi, Ohio, the daughter of Rex and Mildred (Mendenhall) Ward. Rexanne lived her entire life in Wayne County.
Rexanne was a 1962 graduate of Northwestern High School and attended Akron Beauty School and then the Vocational School to train...
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...
