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01/19/2026

Today, we honor and remember the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. His powerful speeches, nonviolent resistance, and leadership led to incredible and positive change in our nation. Thank you, Dr. King, for using your life and your voice to make a difference in the world.

01/18/2026

Hobbi Sue was a little white fluffy dog with the biggest heart. Born in 2009, she spent her life wrapped in love and all the snuggles she could ever want. She had a special way of making everything better just by being near—whether it was curling up close, offering quiet companionship, or sharing her endless affection.
Hobbi Sue wasn’t just a pet; she was family. She was Mama Nicole’s baby, loyal sidekick, snuggle bug in bed every night and constant source of comfort. Her gentle spirit and loving nature touched everyone who knew her, and her presence filled the home with warmth and peace.
Though she crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2026, Hobbi Sue’s love will never leave. It lives on in quiet nights, in empty spots on the bed, and in the countless memories filled with soft fur, warm snuggles, and unconditional devotion. The bond she shared with her mama was pure and unbreakable.
Run free, sweet Hobbi Sue 🤍 Forever loved, forever missed, and forever held close in your mamas heart. We love you sweet girl🤍

01/16/2026

There are all types of decisions to be made when planning a burial or cremation, including which type of casket to use. In this quick guide, you?ll learn all about cremation caskets and containers so your family can make decisions with confidence.

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01/12/2026

01/09/2026

An estate sale company can help you take care of extra items after a loved one?s death. But how do you know whether you should work with a company or host an estate sale yourself? Click here to learn about the pros and cons of working with an estate sale company.

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01/09/2026

Why not start the new year with an easy resolution? Come talk with us today about the many benefits to planning ahead for funeral wishes. With a few simple steps, you can mark this one off your list! Visit us at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com or call us at (330) 868-4900.

01/08/2026

Clifford Lamoine (Lem) King
Age 92, of Minerva, died Wednesday, January 7, 2026. He was born July 18,1933 in Minerva Ohio to Harry and Elzanna King. Lem served in the National Guard and enjoyed going to the local Minerva VFW. Lem could be found at Edgewater golf course in Minerva during the summer months golfing with many friends and his sons. Lem also enjoyed bowling in numerous leagues during fall and winter. In 1997, Lem was inducted into the Greater Canton Bowling Association Hall of Fame where it was noted he had bowled a perfect score of 300 seven times and been on over 75 championship teams. Lem retired after 50 years of work as a carpenter.
Lem’s wife Wilma Jean King passed February 20, 2021. They were married in 1984. Lem and Jean enjoyed traveling to Orlando Florida, spending time with family and organizing the annual family reunion in Minerva.
He is survived by his two sons Lamoine Jay (Julie) King of Louisville, Loren Ray King of Las Vegas, and his daughter Lucinda Mae (Ron) Phillips. He has 5 grandchildren, Kimberli (Tim) Eller, Brian (Terri) Phillips, Matthew Phillips, Andrew (Yvonne) Philipps and Elisabeth (Nathan) Merrill with 14 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren, Sister Darline Roudebush of Grand Junction Colorado, stepdaughter Roxanne King of Minerva, and 5 stepsons Terrance (Lee Ann) King of Perrysville, Christopher (Nancy) King of Strasburg, Rory (Nancy) King of Minerva, Derek King of Canton, Cordell (Kimberly) King of Centerberg. He is preceded in death by his brothers Wayne German, Doyle King, and sisters June Roudebush and Shelva Elefante, and stepson Michael King of Minerva.
Calling hours will be Sunday January 11 from 2-4 PM at Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home in Minerva, Ohio. A Graveside service will be held in the Chapel at Sunset Hills Burial Park on Monday January 12th at 11AM. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com

01/06/2026

Harriet Ann Jones

Age 104 of Minerva and East Rochester - Harriet Ann Jones (née Kiehl, formerly Miller)

Harriet A. Jones passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 3, 2026 surrounded by her family and son, Tim Miller and caregiver, Tonya Fry who took such wonderful care of her these last 3 years. She was born January 3rd, 1922 at Hamilton Ohio, daughter of Harry & Mrs. H.R. (Rutledge) Kiehl. She married Robert Blaine Miller and had four children, Elizabeth Abigail, John Jay, Thomas Kiehl, and Timothy.
She married Jesse Jones in 1992 after the death of Robert in 1986.

Harriet is a 1940 graduate of McKinley High School, and Aultman Hospital School of Nursing in 1943 with an RN. She served in the US Army during World War II as a first lieutenant with the Army Medical Corps, 52nd General Hospital, Wolverley Camp - Kidderminster England where she helped stand up a hospital for what was to come on D-Day. She cared for hundreds of patients that had been injured in battle. Harriet was discharged in 1946 and received the ETO Ribbon and the Victory Medal 20/S Service Bars.

After the war she returned to Canton and married Robert. They moved to Santa Barbara for four years before returning to Ohio and buying a small farm in West Township. She worked at Aultman Hospital as a pediatric nurse from 1970 to 1987 while continuing to serve her community in organizations such as the Red Cross, Don V. Cross American Legion Post 357, Minerva Area RNs, and the Minerva Community Meals program, of which she was one of the founders of in 1976. She was very dedicated to the Meals programs and served as a cook in the 1980s and became the driver coordinator in 1994. She worked with the meals program until her early nineties when she developed macular degeneration and was forced to step aside.

Harriet was honored as Minerva’s Person of the Year in 2012. She was honored by the Great Trail DAR during the Osnaburg Quilt and Art Fibers Guild’s Honors Night at the Foltz Community Center.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Robert Miller; her second husband, Jessie Jones; daughter Elizabeth and son Thomas. She is survived by two sons, John (Wendy) Miller, Timothy Miller, 3 stepchildren, Cathy (Charles) Witherspoon, Laurie Toalston, James Jones, five grandchildren Megan, Angela, Jason, Christopher, Ashley, and nine great grandchildren Dexter, Willow, Rowan, Michael, Tessa, Frank, Ian, Jacob and Samuel and two great-great grandchildren Leo and Lucy.

Funeral services will be Friday, Jan. 16th at 12 noon in the Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home in Minerva with Rev. Peggy Garner officiating. Burial with full military honors will be in Moultrie Chapel Cemetery. Calling hours will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home from 11am to 12 noon. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the Minerva Community Meals c/o 204 Edgewood Dr., Minerva, OH 44657. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.

01/02/2026

After the loss of a loved one, many deep and complicated emotions come to the surface. But how do you know if what you or a loved one feels is grief or the beginnings of depression? Check out this article for information on the similarities and differences, symptoms to look out for, and more insights for the grief journey.

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01/01/2026

Happy New Year to all! May this new year bring you goodness and joy.

12/31/2025

Jeremiah T. Ward
Age 28, of Minerva, went to be with the Lord on December 25, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton. He was born May 22,1997, in Alliance to Thomas (Sara) Ward of Wellsville and Michelle (Polen) Ward of Minerva. He was a shop manager and a mechanic for The Shop, a mechanic for the City of Canton and a driver for Regional Expedite. He graduated from Minerva High School and R.G. Drage Career Center in 2015 and is a member of the Minerva First Christian Church. Some of his proudest moments include being baptized at Lake Mohawk by John Long and becoming a father to Delilah, and being an uncle to his nieces and nephew. He loved being with his three dogs and cats. He enjoyed being a part of the Derby, wrenching on cars and trucks, “playing” in the mud with his old Jeeps, and spending time with his friends and family. Jeremiah would often write, read and “paint” this verse in his hospital room from the book of James. James 1:12 Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him
In addition to his mother and father, he is survived by a wife, Sierra and daughter, Delilah Ward of New Philadelphia, Ohio, maternal grandmother, Midge Polen Snyder of Minerva, sister, Madalyn (James) Grossman of Minerva, 3 nieces and nephew, Emmah, Evalyn, Re*****on and Emersyn Grossman of Minerva. Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be held on January 10, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the Minerva First Christian Church with Pastor Chris Sanford officiating. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com. Those wishing to provide monetary gifts towards burial may send it to Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.