Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home

10/28/2025

Sharon Kay Norman
Age 79, of Paris, passed away Sunday, October 26, 2025, in the Minerva Healthcare Center in Minerva. She was born October 18, 1946, in Cornelia, Georgia to Jacob and Hazel (Vincent) Eller. She was a housewife and a 1965 graduate of Lincoln High School.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years Theodore Norman, whom she married December 7,1974. 1 daughter, Tammie (Lance) Laubacher of Minerva; a son, James (Tina) Norman of Easley, SC; a daughter-in-law, Kim Norman of Louisville; a sister, Eunice Rich of Louisville; a brother, Jack Eller of Canton; 10 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by a son, Michael Norman; 3 sisters, Martha Brownlee, DeMona Eller, Juanita Rufener; and 2 brothers, David Eller and Joe Eller.
Per her wishes, following cremation there will be no formal services. Those wishing to share condolences may sign the online register book at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.

10/27/2025

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10/27/2025

William Arden Norris
Age, 86, of Minerva, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025. He was born September 5, 1939, in Canton, Ohio to William Joseph and Mary Lois (Klotz) Norris. He retired from the Timken company where he was a carpenter for 30 years, had formerly worked for Burn’s Cold Forge, Canton Drop Forge and as a dairy farmer. He is a 1957 graduate of Minerva High School and was a member of the Robertsville Grange. He was also a member of the Malvern United Methodist church.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mildred “Millie” (Troyer) Norris whom he married Sept. 14, 1957; 3 daughters, Debra Slack of Minerva, Sharon (David) Garner of Malvern, Suzanne (Luke) Mathie of Canton; a son, Michal Norris, Sr. of Minerva, a sister, Marjorie (David) Polen of Minerva; and a sister-in-law Indra Norris of Florida; 10 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great granddaughter. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son-in-law, Thomas Slack; a brother, Virgil “Don” Norris and 2 grandchildren, Twins, Sara and Andrew Garner.
Funeral services will be 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29th in the Gotschall-Hutchison funeral home in Minerva with Pastor Allen Hill officiating. Calling hours will be 1 hour prior, from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at the funeral home. Those wishing to share their condolences may sign the online register book at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Assoc., Elara Caring Hospice Care, or the Malvern United Methodist Church.

10/27/2025

Ned J. Casale
Age 80, of Alliance, passed away on October 22, 2025, in the Bel Air Care Center in Alliance. He was born on September 27, 1945, in Canton, Ohio to Joseph and Norene (McDowell-Heath) Casale. He graduated from Minerva High School in the 1960’s and went on to graduate from Ohio University and the University of Akron’s Law School. He passed the Ohio Sate Bar and began his many years of practicing law. First, joining his father’s long established law practice Casale & Casale and later as a lawyer for the Malvern Village Council and an assistant prosecutor in Alliance for Judge Robert Lavery. Ned was a US Army veteran and was also a member of the Alliance Elks Lodge.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Pam (Edwards) Casale whom he married on December 27, 1974, and a brother, Chris (Christine) Casale of North Canton. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Casale. He is also survived by a niece, Dr. Tyra (Craig) Mone of Medina; sister-in-law, Linda (John) Beckley of Minerva; Brother-in-law, Joel (Pam) Edwards of Florida as well as many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and longtime friends.
He will be remembered for his kindness and fun-loving spirit as well as his soft-spoken beautiful voice which always found a way to give almost any debate a worthy reason for reconsideration.
Per his wishes, there will be no formal services. Those wishing to share their condolences may sign the online register book at Gotschallfuneralhome.com.

10/27/2025

10/25/2025

Michael John Wadsworth
Age 63, of Minerva, passed away Tuesday, October 21, 2025. He was born October 8, 1962, in Canton, OH to John and Kathryn (Herron) Wadsworth. He retired from Kokoku Rubber in Richmond, KY. Mike is a US Navy Veteran where he was an Electronic Technician on the USS Yosemite. He was also a member of the Minerva Methodist church.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Levina (Bryant) Thompson who died Dec. 12, 2018; a sister, Christine Simms; and a brother, Thomas Wadsworth. He is survived by 3 nieces, Denise (Mike) Ward of Salem, Danielle (Mike) Kerner of Waterford, PA, Rachelle (Mike) Watt of Bolivar; a stepdaughter Holly Tussey; and stepson Jason McCreary.
Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be held November 9th from 1:00-3:00 at the VFW in Minerva. Those wishing to share their condolences may sign the online register book at www.gotschallfunerealhome.com. In lieu of flowers, monetary donations may be made in Mike's name to the Minerva VFW Auxiliary or the Minerva Senior Center.

10/24/2025

Raymond George Thompson Sr., 81, passed away on October 20, 2025. Ray was born in Canton on June 25,1944 to his late parents George and Pearl (Hamberg) Thompson. He is preceded in death by wife, Kathryn (Eberly) Thompson and sister, Barb Medved.

Ray was a 43-year employee of TRW/PCC Airfoils in Minerva. He honorably served as a Police Officer in Waynesburg from 1975 to 1985. He stayed active in several beloved organizations. Ray was a proud Army Veteran and was a 36-year member of The American Legion Sandy Valley Post #432. He was passionate about his favorite pastime, trap shooting and sporting clays and was a longtime member of Brown Township and Mud Run Sportsman Clubs. Ray was a long-standing participant for over 30 years in the Great Trail Rendezvous and Festival. He was zealous to teach future generations gun safety and appreciation through his volunteer work that he began in 1992 with The Carroll County Sharp Shooters 4H club and his lifetime membership to the NRA.

Ray is survived by his loving family: Children, Ray Jr. (Sheri) Thompson, Lisa (Jeff) McKown, Vincent Thompson; 6 grandchildren, Reed Thompson, Alaina (Philip) Blackburn, Adrianna and Sophia Thompson, Joe (Chrissy) Davis, Raye-Ann (Harley) Essex; 4 great grandchildren, Jethro, Jericho and Kinsley Davis, Ilah Blackburn and his sister, Shirley Osborn.

Calling hours will be held at Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral home in Minerva on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 5-8 pm and Wednesday November 5th from 10-11:00 am with funeral services at 11:00 am. Burial services will be immediately following, at Bethlehem Cemetery in Malvern. Those unable to attend may share condolences in the online guest book at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers please make donations to either The Sandy Valley American Legion, 113 Hemlock Ave, Waynesburg OH 44688 or The Carroll County Sharp Shooters 4H club, 1400 Nova Rd., Mechanicstown OH 44651

10/24/2025

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10/23/2025

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From the moment you contact us, we will help you with arranging funeral plans, securing necessary permits and death certificates, coordinating service details, assisting with burial or cremation preparations, and much more.

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10/22/2025

Jeannie Lynn Lewis

Age 78, of Hanoverton, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, October 22, 2025, in Centreville village in Carrollton. She was born on December 12, 1946, in John Moore’s Branch, Elkhorn City, KY to Oscar and Lucille (Estep) Wright. She was 1964 graduate of United High School, and has worked at the Hanoverton Christian Preschool, Salem Church Budget, and the Columbiana County Nursing Home. Jeannie was a lifetime member of the Hanoverton Christian Church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Lewis who died July 7, 2025, stepdaughter, Luann Gram and great grandson Dalton Carmine.

She is survived by a daughter, Kelly (Scott) Davis of Kensington; stepson, Douglas (Patti) Lewis of Kensington; a brother Tim (Joan) Wright; 2 grandchildren, Rachael (Sean) Carmine and Jacob (Kirah) Davis; 2 great grandchildren Isabella Carmine and Theodore Carmine; a nephew, Brad Wright and numerous step grandchildren, step great grandchildren and step great-great grandchildren too.

Following cremation, a graveside service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 am in the Grove Hill Cemetery in Hanoverton where her son-in-law, Pastor Scott Davis, will share words of comfort and bring the eulogy. Because Jeannie found so much joy in cooking and feeding those she loved, the family requests that memorial donations be made in her honor to the Hanoverton Christian Church Little Free Pantry in lieu of flowers. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register book at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.

10/22/2025

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10/21/2025

Roberta J. Carman
Age 75, of Minerva passed away Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025 in her home. She was born Aug. 10, 1950 in Canton to the late Robert and Dorothy (Biggins) Brown. She was a medical office manager for many years.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Carman who died in 2023. She is survived by 2 sons, Richard (Kimberly) Carman of Massillon, Jeffrey (Monica) Carman of SC, sister, Christine Kress of Minerva, 9 grandchildren, Randi, Brittany, Haley, Robyn, Emaly, Alexa, Ryan, Teddy and Annabelle and 7 great grandchildren.
Private family graveside services will be held in the Ohio Western Reserve Cemetery with Rev. Tim Hawkins officiating. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com.