Obituaries

Feb 7, 2021

Stanley Edward Eshelman, 88, of Mount Vernon, died Sunday, February 7, 2021, at Knox Community Hospital, in Mount Vernon.

Stan was born December 14, 1932 in Fredericktown, Ohio to Edward “Shorty” and Rose {Hammil} Eshelman.

He graduated Fredericktown High School in 1950. Stanley proudly served in the United States Army stationed in Germany.

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Feb 6, 2021

Katie Miller, 92, of Westfield, IN, died Saturday, February 6, at her home with her family by her side. She previously resided in Wooster, OH, and Sarasota, FL, but she forever had a love for the Florida weather. Katie was born April 7, 1928 in Fredericksburg, OH to Dan and Dena {Mast} Yoder. She married Willis Miller on January...

Feb 5, 2021

Ralph Edgar Boley, 72, of New Matamoras, died Friday, February 5, 2021 at his home.

Ralph was born September 17, 1948 in Saint Marys to Ray H. and Nellie Vay {McGee} Boley.

He married Carmen West on May 2, 1993.

He retired from Wetz Trucking after 31 years.

Ralph will be...

Feb 5, 2021

Judy K. Frambes, 79, of Wooster, died Friday, February 5, 2021 at The Avenue.

Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel, Wooster is assisting the family with arrangements. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com

Judy was born June 2, 1941 in Salem to Karl and Betty {Kaufman} Michener.

She married G. Stark Frambes on December...

Feb 2, 2021

Gerald Paul Woods, 88, of Wooster, died Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Wooster Community Hospital.

Gerald was born July 22, 1932, in Blachleyville to Ernest and Matilda {Tschantz} Woods.

He graduated from Shreve High School and served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.

He married Carolyn Huff on February 27,1955.  She...

Feb 1, 2021

Dora Wilimina Fenner, 65, of Apple Creek, died Monday, February 1, 2021 at her residence.

Friends may call Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Schmid Hall at 501 Hall St, Orrville, OH 44667. Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.   Memorial contributions may be made...

Feb 1, 2021

Leslie D. Feiber, 74, of Ashland, died Monday, February 1, 2021 at his residence.

Leslie was born September 13, 1946 in Ashland, Ohio to Edwin and Grethel {Gray} Feiber.

He graduated from Ashland High School in 1964. Leslie served in the National Guard for 5 years.

He married Virginia Warnes on May 15,...

Jan 30, 2021

Marvin Eugene “Gene” Hauter, 73 of Wooster, entered into his home with the Lord following a brief illness on Saturday, January 30, 2021.

Marvin was born June 27,1947 in Wooster to Marvin LeRoy and C. Ellen {Garver} Haueter.

Marvin served in the US Army. He worked for Albright Radiator for 37 years.  Marvin enjoyed fishing,...

Jan 30, 2021

William G. Shinnick, 87, of Wooster, died Saturday, January 30, 2021 at Wooster Community Hospital.

Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel, Wooster is assisting the family. Funeral services will be Thursday at 11 am at the West Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Eric Fairhurst officiating, where military rites will be held. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com. Memorial...

Jan 29, 2021

Robert Camacho, 79, of Millersburg, passed away Friday, January 29, 2021, at Aultman Hospital, in Canton.

A private family service will be held at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, where military rites will be held. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.

Robert was born December 22, 1941 in Puerto Rico to Felix and Carmen...

Jan 28, 2021

Gary Roger Swain Sr., 60, of Apple Creek, died Thursday, January 28, 2021 at his residence.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.

Gary was born September 4, 1959 in Wadsworth to Clyde and Juanita {Bolen} Swain.

He married Melanie Rogers on August...

Jan 28, 2021

Kenneth M. Maxwell, 59, of Apple Creek, passed away Thursday, January 28, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Calling hours will be Tuesday, February 2, 2021, from 1 pm to 2 pm at Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel. A private family service will follow with Pastor Terry Vaught officiating.  Burial will be at Sherwood Memorial Gardens....

Jan 28, 2021

As snow gently fell, Ernestine Claire Knotts peacefully went to heaven to be with her husband, Bernard L. Knotts, just in time for their 75th wedding anniversary. She follows her two sons Bernard L. Knotts II, William E. Knotts, and one grandson Joseph A. Knotts to the Lord’s open gates. Her life’s joys and sorrows live on through her...

Jan 28, 2021

Betty Jean Cunningham, 86, of Marengo, passed away, with her kids at her side, Wednesday, January 28, 2021, at Morrow Manor Nursing Center, in Chesterville.

Betty was born May 4, 1934, in Athens County, Ohio to William and Sarah Ann {McClelland} Lewis.

Betty’s life truly began when she met Kenneth “Bud” D. Cunningham Sr.

Jan 27, 2021

Mark M. McCort, 79, of Burbank, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021, surrounded by loved ones at his residence.

Friends may call Saturday, which would have been their 55th wedding anniversary, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel, Wooster. Private family services at the funeral home with Evangelist Jeff Rich officiating.  Burial will be...

Jan 26, 2021

Jason D. Lanning, 37, of Marietta, departed this life on January 26, 2021, at his home. He was born on August 1, 1983 in Marietta to Heidi Lanning and Norman Dunn. Jason retired as a Sergeant from the United States Army. During his enlistment, he served one tour in Iraq with the 10th Sustainment Brigade. After retiring, he completed...

Jan 26, 2021

Sandra Deneen Holdren, 85, of Newport, passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family.

Sandra was born December 1, 1935 in St. Marys, West Virginia to Ellsworth and Violet {Holler} Snyder.

She married Donald Arthur Holdren on February 13, 1954.

Sandra was the Treasurer for the Washington County...

Jan 23, 2021

Paul L. Wilson Sr., 85, of Ashland, died Saturday, January 23, 2021, at his residence.

Paul was born May 2, 1935, in Jacksonburg, WV to Edward and Virchie {White} Wilson.

He married Norma Lee Matz on April 20, 1957. They were married for 63 years.

He worked for Hedstrom for 43 years before...

Jan 23, 2021

Hope Cline Keith passed away Saturday, January 23, 2021 in the home of her daughter. Hope was born in Parkersburg, WV, the daughter of Herbert and Erma Cline.

She grew up in Williamstown and graduated from Williamstown High School. After marrying her husband Jack, they moved to Reno and resided on Dayton Rd. for 40 years.

Jan 20, 2021

Nettie J. Wengerd, 84, of Wooster, died Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at her residence.

Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel, Wooster is assisting the family.  Private family services will be held at the funeral home with Pastor Daron Butler officiating. Burial will be at Sherwood Memorial Gardens. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com.  Memorial contributions may be made...