Obituaries

Virginia Arietta Lutz

Virginia Arietta Lutz

Mar 5, 2026

"Together Again"

Virginia Arietta Lutz, born on February 11, 1940, in Littleton, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, in Sebring, Ohio. She was a cherished member of her community and held dear by her family and friends.

Virginia had a dedicated career, initially serving as a secretary for Joseph Mastroiani before embarking on a fulfilling role at Giant Eagle,...

Doris W. Johnson

Doris W. Johnson

Mar 5, 2026

"Together Again"

Doris W. Johnson, a beloved member of the Sebring community, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on October 2, 1935, in Sebring, Ohio, Doris dedicated her life to serving others and cherishing her family.

Doris enjoyed a fulfilling career, initially working at Royal China, and later retiring from the Housekeeping Department at Copeland...

Whitney Marie Dowdy

Whitney Marie Dowdy

Mar 3, 2026

Whitney Marie Dowdy, born on September 2, 1993, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, passed away on March 3, 2026, in Alliance, Ohio. Whitney's vibrant spirit and unwavering dedication to her loved ones that left a mark on the hearts of all who knew her.

As a devoted mother, Whitney cherished every moment spent with her beloved son, Jaxon Dudley. Their bond was...

Lee Ann George

Lee Ann George

Mar 2, 2026

Lee Ann George, a mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 71, in Alliance, Ohio. Born on January 31, 1955, in Salem, Ohio, she filled her life with love, laughter, and a creative spirit that touched everyone around her.

Lee Ann cherished her family deeply. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle (Pernell)...

Janice Louise Crewson

Janice Louise Crewson

Feb 25, 2026

Janice L. Crewson, a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at Crandall Medical Center on Wednesday, February 25th in Sebring, OH. She was born on August 31,1940 in Alliance, Ohio and was a graduate of Sebring McKinley High School.Janice enjoyed watching sports, traveling, and spending time with her friends, but her greatest joy in life was spending...

James H. Schmitz

James H. Schmitz

Feb 24, 2026

James H. "Smitty" Schmitz, 88, of Diamond, Ohio passed away peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at his home. He was born on January 5, 1938 the son of the late Lawton and Mary Schmitz. Many knew him as a "Jack of all trades" because he loved to work on many projects at one time. However, his...

William George Burns

William George Burns

Feb 22, 2026

William "Bill" George Burns, passed away with his family around him after a short illness. He was born on June 27, 1942 to the late William and Maxine Burns. Bill was a 1960 graduate of Alliance High School and was a very proud Aviator. After graduation he worked at Alliance Clay Products and General Motors from which he retired from.

He...

Linda Janice Stryffeler

Linda Janice Stryffeler

Feb 20, 2026

Linda J. Stryffeler, a devoted wife, loving mother, and grandmother, passed away on February 20, 2026, in Salem, Ohio. Born on July 30, 1951, in Columbus, Ohio. Linda was a graduate of Canton Lincoln High School and worked at Alliance Community Hospital, a career that spanned 25 years.

Linda held a variety of interests that brought joy to her life. She...

Curtis Mosher

Curtis Mosher

Feb 18, 2026

Curt Mosher 94, of Sebring, formerly of Salem, Ohio, and Briny Breezes, FL, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Crandall Medical Center in Sebring, OH. He was born in Adrian, MI, the son of the late Rev. Robert E. and Elsie (Roane) Mosher on January 13, 1932. He was a 1950 graduate...

Sandra K. Westwood

Sandra K. Westwood

Feb 18, 2026

Sandra K. Westwood, of Sebring, a beloved educator and devoted musician, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026 in Alliance, Ohio, shy of her 87th birthday. Born on March 2, 1939, in Youngstown, Ohio, Sandra dedicated her life to the service of others through education and music.

With a strong passion for teaching, Sandra earned a master's degree in Reading, equipping...

Gloria J. Kurena

Gloria J. Kurena

Feb 17, 2026

Gloria J. Kurena, a Sebring resident and formerly of Beloit, was the owner operator of Gloria's High Wave Beauty Salon, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026, in Sebring, Ohio, at the age of 94. Born on February 17, 1932, in Salem, Ohio, Gloria dedicated her life to her family and her passion for beauty and service.

A proud graduate of...

Harry Dwayne Yost

Harry Dwayne Yost

Feb 16, 2026

Harry Dwayne Yost, 53, of Newton Falls, Ohio passed away on February 16, 2026, at the Cleveland Clinic following a short illness.  Born in Ravenna, Ohio to Dortha and Carl Yost. Harry lived in Deerfield, Ohio for many years. He was a graduate of Southeast High School where he played football.   Harry went on to become a welder as...

Evelyn G Hughes

Evelyn G Hughes

Feb 9, 2026

Evelyn G Hughes, a cherished member of her community, mother, grandmother and sister passed away on February 9, 2026, in Salem, Ohio. Born on April 23, 1937, in Alliance, Ohio, Evelyn's life was defined by her unwavering dedication to her family, her career, and her passions.

Throughout her tenure as Food Service Director, Evelyn made a lasting impact on the students...

Dale LaVerne Yeager

Dale LaVerne Yeager

Feb 5, 2026

Dale LaVerne Yeager, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, in North Benton, Ohio at the age of 84. Born on April 28, 1941, in Berlin Center, Ohio.

Dale graduated from Sebring McKinley High School in 1960. Dale and his wife Judi embarked on countless adventures, one of their proudest accomplishments being the opening...

Doris Jane Nezbeth

Doris Jane Nezbeth

Feb 4, 2026

Doris Jane Nezbeth passed away on February 4, 2026. She resided at Canterbury Villa of Alliance, having previously lived in Sebring, Ohio before a debilitating illness in 2021.

She was born on February 27, 1945, in Alliance, Ohio, to Thomas and Inez Eliot Campbell, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Tom and David,...

Trina Louise Craig

Trina Louise Craig

Jan 29, 2026

Trina Craig, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, in Hanoverton, Ohio, at the age of 62. Born on November 23, 1963, in Alliance, Ohio, who was a person that filled her life with love and creativity.

Trina and her husband, William Craig, married on October 26, 1984, where they built a warm and...

Kay Marie Gorfi

Kay Marie Gorfi

Jan 26, 2026

Kay M. Gorfi, "Kay-T-Bug" born on May 10, 1942, in Alliance, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her hometown on January 26, 2026, at the age of 83. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many with her warmth and kindness.

Kay was the proud mother of three daughters: Pamela Knorpp, Susan Gorfi (Mark),...

Jane McCann

Jane McCann

Jan 20, 2026

Jane McCann of Sebring, OH died on January 20, 2026. She was born at the end of 1940 in Laconia, NH to C. Foster Harry and Florence Grove Harry, as the middle child of three daughters. Jane attended Manchester High School before studying at Dickinson College and graduating with her degree in English in 1962. Jane married and started a...

Brian Beyers

Brian Beyers

Jan 18, 2026

Brian A Beyers, 62 of Beloit passed away on January 18, 2026. Brian was born in Alliance, Ohio on September 19, 1963, to Robert and Roberta Beyers.

He graduated from West Branch high school in 1981. He was an avid body builder who worked at MAC Trailer as a welder for almost 30 years. He enjoyed time with family and his...

William Greenawalt

William Greenawalt

Jan 5, 2026

William Greenawalt, born on May 1, 1947, in Salem, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, in Lisbon, Ohio.

A graduate of West Branch High School, William devoted much of his life to serving others. He owned his own excavating company and also drove a school bus for West Branch Schools, touching the lives of countless children and their families....