Roy K. Franks, 55
Roy K. Franks, 55, of West Lebanon, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at Aultman Orrville Hospital. He was born in Wooster on June 17, 1968 to Robert and Kaye (Seely) Franks Sr. and married Mary Beth Farnsworth on December 21, 2005 and she survives. He graduated in 1986 from Smithville High School/Wayne…
Read MoreOrrville man faces murder charges in woman’s death
Shaun Ross, of Orrville, was apprehended by police in Orrville Sept. 19 after leading police on a manhunt for several hours. A resident spotted him walking down his driveway. He is accused of killing his girlfriend, Jessica Duprey. DGKN staff report ORRVILLE An Orrville man faces murder charges in his girlfriend’s death. Shaun Ross, 42,…
Read MoreDonald Dean Hershberger, 63
ORRVILLE — Donald Dean Hershberger, age 63, of Orrville, formerly of Kidron, died Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Shady Lawn Health Care Community in Dalton, following a period of declining health. Don was born on April 3, 1960, in Orrville, to the late Noah and Mary (Miller) Hershberger and graduated from Dalton High School in…
Read MoreHenry E. Miller, 73
Henry E. Miller, 73 of Orrville went home to be with Jesus on September 18, 2023. Henry was born on June 9, 1950 to Emmanuel and Mary Miller of Ethridge, Tennessee. He was born into a large family with 10 sisters and 2 brothers. He married Malinda Miller on May 22, 1976 and was a…
Read MoreRyan T. Treisch, 38
Ryan T. Treisch, age 38, passed away on Thursday, September 14, 2023. Ryan was born on May 3, 1985 in Orrville, OH, to Thomas and Shauna (Schopfer) Treisch. He married Bess McGinty on February 27, 2010. He was a life resident of Dalton, graduating in 2004 from Dalton High School. He achieved the rank of…
Read MoreRobert C. “Bob” Ballentine, 72
Robert C. “Bob” Ballentine, age 72, of Orrville, died Thursday, September 14, 2023, at South Baldwin Regional Medical Center in Foley, AL, following complications from a 3 year battle with pancreatic cancer. Bob was born on May 1, 1951, in Wooster, to the late Russell and Julia (Lautenschlager) Ballentine, graduated from Orrville High School in…
Read MoreH. Raymond Aspinall, 90
ORRVILLE — H. Raymond Aspinall, age 90, of Orrville, has been called home. He completed his mission here on Thursday, September 14, 2023 passing away peacefully with his loved ones by his side. He would want you to know that his work here was done and he was ready to go. He preached his last…
Read MoreDALTON STUDENT ATHLETE OF THE WEEK: Ella Tomlinson
(Photo by LMc Photography) Ella Tomlinson 8th grade volleyball Reason for coach’s nomination: Ella is a positive leader on and off the court. She is consistently putting her best effort and attitude into everything she does. Ella is eager to learn and improve. She shows fairness, responsibility, great sportsmanship, and humility. Ella is a joy…
Read MoreGoodwill Donation Center opening in Dalton
DGKN staff report DALTON Goodwill has a grand opening event of its newest Donation Center 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 at 27 S Cochran St. The new Donation Center offers a convenient location for community members to donate gently used clothing, furniture, electronics, and other household items. By donating to Goodwill, individuals can…
Read MoreVicky Lyn Dalessandro, 85
Orrville — Vicky Lyn Dalessandro, age 85, of Orrville, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at her residence, following a period of declining health. Vicky was born on May 30, 1938, in Massillon, Ohio, to the late Darls and Nova (Yates) Scott and married Thomas Dalessandro on April 10, 1959, in Orrville. Thomas survives. She…
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