Randy J. Stackhouse Sr.

Randy J. Stackhouse Sr., 72, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, at Aultman Hospital, surrounded by his family, following a brief illness. Born on September 13, 1953, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, Randy was preceded in death by his parents, Robert L. and Bernice H. Stackhouse, and his brothers, Bob and Terry Stackhouse. He is survived by the love of his life, his high school sweetheart and wife of 53 years, Elizabeth (Liz) Stackhouse, whom he married on November 24, 1972. He leaves behind his two children, Trisha (Eric) Stillion and Randy (Kelly) Stackhouse Jr., and four deeply loved grandchildren: Taylor (Joshua) Kasler, Mason Stackhouse, Alli Stackhouse, and Joshua Stillion. Randy graduated from Carrollton High School in 1971 and the Stark County Police Academy in 1974. He grew up farming, learning early the value of hard work, and carried that pride into every job he held, from stocking shelves at A&P as a newlywed to eventually owning his own business. He served the community as a Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy for 12 years, beginning as a dispatcher in 1974 and later becoming the first sergeant in Carroll County under his mentor, Sheriff Dean Yeager. He spent several years driving rollback for Fox Auto before becoming service manager for Kohler’s in Carrollton. Randy and Liz later purchased Kohler’s Service and proudly operated R&L Auto, serving the Carrollton community for 22 years before retiring in 2023—with plans to go hunting for Bigfoot. An avid World War II enthusiast, Randy held deep respect for those who served our country and was honored to serve as President of the Carrollton Vets Club for two years. Randy was a devoted small-block Chevy man—collecting, fixing, and detailing cars, drag racing, and enjoying doing burnouts in front of his neighbor Ed’s house. He was meticulous with his garage and shop, his vehicles were always spotless, and no one dared return a borrowed tool to the wrong spot in his toolbox. He found relaxation in mowing his lawn with precision, always followed closely by his best buddy, Panzer. He was a professional driveway sitter, waving to passing cars and tossing a ball for his beloved German Shepherds, Ridge and Panzer. Randy was a magnet for fun and the life of every gathering—from “beer-thirty” after hours at the shop, to karaoke nights at the Vets Club, to movie nights with the ManScout crew. His humor and larger-than-life presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Following the funeral on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 11 a.m. in Dodds Funeral Home in Carrollton, the procession will pass by Randy and Liz’s home, giving family and friends a chance to honor him in a way he would have loved. Some of his favorite cars will lead the way, offering one last wave—or a burnout—as they carry him toward his final resting place in the New Scott Cemetery. It will be a small tribute to a man whose spirit, laughter, and love for life left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew him. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5-7 p.m. in the funeral home.

Randy J. Stackhouse Sr.

September 13, 1953 - April 2, 2026