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Meagan Joy Reynolds

Meagan Joy Reynolds

Sep 12, 2026

Meagan Joy Reynolds 44, passed away peacefully with family and friends around her Saturday, September 12, 2026.

She was born on April 30, 1982, the daughter of Robin and Cindy (Leininger) Reynolds.

Meagan was a 2000 graduate of Crestview High School, She worked in the Cleaning Service Business. She loved going to Cleveland and Pittsburgh, going to concerts with her family, the...

Catherine Ann Bechtel

Catherine Ann Bechtel

Sep 11, 2026

Catherine Ann (Vincovich) Bechtel 94, of East Palestine, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026.

She was born in Warren, Ohio on December 16, 1931, the daughter of the late John and Mary Vincovich.

She was a 1950 graduate of Harding High School and attended Cleveland Institute of Music and Dana School of Music, Youngstown. She was a Cellist and played in the...

Jeffrey Lynn Hughes

Jeffrey Lynn Hughes

Sep 10, 2026



Jeffrey Lynn Hughes 66, formerly of Salem, passed away at VCU Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia, Thursday, September 10, 2026.

He was born on February 11, 1960, in Salem, the son of Betty (Wilson) Hughes and the late John Hughes Sr.

Jeff was a graduate of Salem High School and served in the Navy. He was the Fire Chief for The Salem...

Lea Victoria Rathje

Lea Victoria Rathje

Sep 8, 2026

Lea Victoria (Hrostski) Rathje 81, of Salem, Passed away at Salem North HealthCare Center Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

She was born on May 5, 1945, in Spartanburg, SC., the daughter of the late Louis and Mary (Carlin) Hrostski.

She is survived by her children; Gregory (Christine) Rathje, Justine (Daniel) Dailey, Matthew (Julie) Rathje, and David (Julia) Rathje and her grandchildren; Lillian, Isabella,...

Tammy Lynn Turney

Tammy Lynn Turney

Sep 8, 2026

Tammy Lynn Turney 52, of Youngstown, passed away at Mercy Health Hospice House in Poland, Ohio, Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

She was born February 16, 1974, in Salem, the daughter of the late George and Lucy (McElfresh) Turney.

Tammy was a graduate of Robert Bycroft Schools, and enjoyed being with family and listening to Johnny Cash sing, especially his song I Walk...

David Wayne Wardle

David Wayne Wardle

Sep 4, 2026

David Wayne Wardle 74, of Salem, passed away at Salem Regional Medical Center Friday, September 4, 2026.

He was born on November 9, 1953, in Youngstown, the son of the late David William Wardle and the late Lois (Wilson) Wardle Bruce.

There are no services planned at this time.

Albert Louis Admonius

Albert Louis Admonius

Aug 31, 2026

Albert Louis Admonius 78, of Alliance, passed away at Aultman Woodlawn Compassionate Care Center, Monday, August 31, 2026.

He was born on November 26, 1947, in Alliance, Ohio, the son of the late John and Elizabeth (Sarchione) Admonius.

He was a 1965 graduate of Alliance High School, he graduated from Mount Union, then received his masters from Kent State. He dedicated his...

Jennifer Lynn Engle

Jennifer Lynn Engle

Aug 29, 2026



Jennifer L. Engle, 56, of Salem, OH passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026. She was born on March 31, 1970, in Salem, OH, the daughter of the late Linda (Conser) Engle and Randy Engle. She was also preceded in death by her older sister, Diane Engle. She attended Salem High School and graduated with the Class of 1988.

Jenny was...

David Michael Viner

David Michael Viner

Aug 27, 2026

David Michael Viner 87, of Mansfield, passed away at The Good Shepherd Health and Rehabilitation Center in Ashland on Thursday August 27, 2026. He was born on April 29, 1939.

There are no services planned at this time.

Paul Joseph Paster Sr.

Paul Joseph Paster Sr.

Aug 27, 2026



Paul Joseph Paster Sr, 89, of Salem, passed away at home, Thursday, August 27, 2026.

He was born on June 30, 1937, in Salem, Ohio the son of the late Mike and Sofia (Trella) Paster.

Paul was a 1955,graduate of Salem High School, was a paint operator, at Eljers and Warren Molded Plastics until he retired. He enjoyed golf, fishing, watching the...

Elda "Lorraine" Burns

Elda "Lorraine" Burns

Aug 27, 2026

Lorraine (Irwin) Burns, 90, of Salem, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 8:29 a.m.

Lorraine was born April 25, 1936, in Indiana County, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Joseph Irwin and Zoe (Hawk) Irwin. She was a graduate of Marion Center High School and devoted much of her life to her home and family...

Donna Marie Savage

Donna Marie Savage

Aug 26, 2026

Donna Marie (Kelly) Savage 98, of Carrollton, passed away at Centerville Village, Wednesday, August 26, 2026, she was born on May 10, 1928.

There are no services planned at this time.

Patricia Celia Burns

Patricia Celia Burns

Aug 26, 2026

Patricia Celia (Hagens) Burns, a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at Akron City Hospital on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at the age of sixty-one. Born in Maryland on December 22, 1964, she was the beloved daughter of the late William M. Hagens Jr. and Hazel (Rochester) Hagens. Patricia brought a steady, caring presence to everyone around her,...

Paul Cekovich

Paul Cekovich

Aug 25, 2026

Paul Cekovich 65, of Salem, passed away at his home Tuesday, August 25, 2026, he was born on October 4, 1960.

There are no services planned at this time.

Ronald Lawrence Brewer

Ronald Lawrence Brewer

Aug 24, 2026

Ronald Brewer Sr. 76, of Canfield, passed away at Hospice House in Poland, Monday, August 24, 2026, he was born on October 28, 1949.

There are no services planned at this time.

Doris E. Williams

Doris E. Williams

Aug 22, 2026

Doris E. Williams, 98, of Salem, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Salem North.

She was born on December 8, 1927, in Salem, the daughter of the late David and Elizabeth (Secrest) Sisco.

She formerly operated Dats Shoe Store and then was employed by Dollar General Store. She enjoyed doing word searches, reading, gardening, and most of all spending time with...

Mark J Stith

Mark J Stith

Aug 21, 2026

Mark J. Stith 51, of Youngstown, Ohio, passed away at Oasis Healthcare, Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born on June 23, 1975.

There are no services planned at this time.

Ronald "Fred" Ackerman

Ronald "Fred" Ackerman

Aug 19, 2026

Ronald Frederick “Fred” Ackerman, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away leaving behind the legacy of a life well lived, friendships faithfully kept and a family deeply loved.



Fred was born December 8, 1941, in Sebring, Ohio, the son of the late R. Kieth Ackerman and Edna (Wiegand) Ackerman. He attended Salem High School, graduating with the Class of...

Ray Lakes

Ray Lakes

Aug 18, 2026

Ray Lakes 49, of Youngtown, Ohio, passed away at Continuing Healthcare of Boardman, Tuesday, August 18, 2026.  he was born on October 16, 1976.

There are no services planned at this time.

Dr. Michael Stein

Dr. Michael Stein

Aug 18, 2026

Dr. Michael Ethan Stein, 75

At age 75, Michael Ethan Stein, M.D., passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, in Salem,Ohio, surrounded by family. 

A retired diagnostic radiologist, formerly practicing in central Florida and Youngstown, he was a graduate of the Ohio State University, the Autonomous University of Guadalajara, Mexico, and a resident in radiology at Youngstown’s St. Elizabeth Hospital. He also...

The obituaries in the Salem, Ohio area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Salem, Ohio's history and identity.

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