obituaries

Mar 9, 2026

In Loving Memory of John Michael Sudia

October 1, 1957 – March 9, 2026

John Michael Sudia, a man of deep conviction, boundless curiosity, and a lifelong heart for service, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 10:47 AM. He was 68 years old.

Born on October 1, 1957, to the late John Joseph and Mary (Pasterchak) Sudia,...

Mar 8, 2026

Frank Mozina, a man whose life was defined by a full heart and a spirited soul, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2026, in Salem. Born in Slovenia on August 6, 1929, Frank came to America as an infant, the son of the late Frank and Agnes (Pintar) Mozina. He was the last of his immediate family, preceded in...

Feb 27, 2026

"A life well-lived is like a favorite quilt, Stitched with the stories and the love she built. With a needle and thread and a heart of gold, She created a warmth that will never grow cold.

She found hidden treasures in the simplest of ways, In the hunt for a bargain on bright, sunny days. With her pups at her feet...

Feb 25, 2026

Marsha Sue Cozzo, a woman of grace, intelligence, and quiet devotion, passed away peacefully at her home in Salem at 6:41 am on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on March 8, 1947, in Salem, she was the beloved daughter of the late Ralph Lee and Arlene Leora (Stahl) Roessler. Marsha’s journey was one defined by...

Feb 22, 2026

Judith May (DeSantis) Gallitz, 76, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at Parkside Health Care Center in Columbiana, Ohio. Born in Cleveland on April 29, 1949, to Ralph and Helen (Baur) DeSantis, Judith was a woman of quiet strength and a generous spirit.

Judith’s career reflected both her sharp mind and her soft heart. She spent many years as an...

Feb 20, 2026

Francis Eugene Schultheisz, a man whose heart was as vast as the great outdoors he loved so dearly, passed away peacefully at his home in Salem at 2:00 am on Friday, February 20, 2026. Born on May 7, 1941, in Lewisville, Ohio, Francis was the cherished son of the late Floyd and Opal (Morris) Schultheis. Throughout is 84 years, he...

Feb 20, 2026

In Loving Memory of Shannon Lea Diana

Shannon Lea (Williams) Diana, a vibrant spark who lived life with a creative heart and a rock-and-roll soul, passed away peacefully at the age of 52. Surrounded by the quiet comfort of The Hospice House in Poland, she entered into eternal rest at 12:05 AM on Friday, February 20, 2026. Born on August 3,...

Feb 15, 2026

Carl Nemeth 68, of New Castle, Pennsylvania, passed away at 7:41 PM Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.

There are no services planned for Mr. Nemeth at this time.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Greenisen family of the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services of Salem.

Feb 14, 2026

Harold Spencer, a man of steady hands and a kind heart, passed away on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2026, at East Liverpool City Hospital at the age of 85.

Born on December 11, 1940, in Toronto, Ohio, to the late Gerald and Elizabeth (Martin) Spencer, Harold grew into a man who valued the simple, honest rewards of a day’s work and...

Feb 8, 2026

Jason Robert PerryFebruary 13, 1980 – February 8, 2026Jason Robert Perry, 45, of Erie, Pennsylvania, passed away on February 8, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center. His passing leaves a profound void in the lives of his family and all who knew him.Born on February 13, 1980, in Erie, Pennsylvania, Jason was a lifelong member of the Erie community. He...

Feb 6, 2026

William Roger Hilles (1951–2026)

William "Bill" Roger Hilles, 74, of Salem, passed away on February 6, 2026, leaving behind a legacy as steady and reliable as the rock and roll music he loved.

Born in Salem on August 16, 1951, to the late Burton Leroy and Charlotte Ella (Langties) Hilles,

Bill grew up...

Feb 3, 2026

SALEM -- George "Bill" William Richards Jr., 62, passed away peacefully at his home and went to be with the Lord on February 3, 2026.  A man known for his jovial spirit, sharp wit, and unmistakable laugh, Bill left an indelible mark on his community and the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Born in Cleveland on...

Jan 31, 2026

Lisa Arlene Thompson, of East Liverpool, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to all living things, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, at 12:47 PM under the gentle care of Continuing Healthcare of Boardman. She was 62 years old. Born on February 24, 1963, in East Liverpool, Ohio, to Cecil Thrasher and Audrey (Farnsworth) Mercer , Lisa...

Jan 24, 2026

Wendell W. Satterthwait, 80, a lifelong storyteller, historian, broadcaster, and proud Quaker son of Columbiana County, Ohio, passed away on January 24, 2026 after a life defined by resilience, humor, and an unwavering commitment to learning and community.

Born on July 21, 1945, and raised on his family’s 78-acre dairy farm in Salem, Ohio, he graduated from Olney Friends Boarding School...

Jan 23, 2026

Clifford Samuel Van Kirk 80, of Lisbon, died at 3:10 AM on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Aventura at Assumption Village in North Lima.

Arrangements are pending.

Jan 22, 2026

Richard Allen Bowen Jr., 57, of Berlin Center, passed away peacefully at his home on January 22, 2026, surrounded by the view he loved most: a quiet pond, the deep woods, and the wildlife of Berlin Center.

Born in New Jersey on December 28, 1968, to Richard Sr. and Phyllis Bowen, Rick grew up with a spirit...

Jan 20, 2026

Remembering Mark Allen Swoboda

Mark Allen Swoboda, 74, of Salem, Ohio, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center. His family is heartbroken, but they take comfort in remembering the man he truly was—steady, humble, and happiest living a simple, grounded life.

Mark was born on...

Jan 18, 2026

Carol J. Martin, 82, transitioned from this life to her eternal home at 5:05 am on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Lutheran Life Villages at Pine Valley in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. While her hands are now at rest, the warmth of the life she stitched together remains as a comfort to all who knew her.

Born  in...

Jan 9, 2026

BOARDMAN — Donald Joseph Piersant, 94, passed away peacefully at his home on January 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, service, and the simple joy of a shared meal.

Born in Youngstown on June 1, 1931, to John and Josephine (Magdalena) Piersant, Donald grew up with a keen eye for detail and a curious...

Jan 6, 2026

Leatha Ann Bradford 78, of Girard, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Briarfield at Ashley Circle in Austintown, Ohio.

She was born on August 1, 1947, in Elizabeth, Georgia (Cobb County).

Leatha is now reunited with her husband Robert "Drummer" Harry Bradford, who preceded her in death in 2016. She was also welcomed...