obituaries

Feb 16, 2024

Shirley Mae (Andrus) Catlos, 84, passed on February 16, 2024, after being ill for the last few years.

She was born August 3, 1939, in East Liverpool, Ohio, the daughter of the late William Russell and Mary Virginia (Derrington) Andrus.

Shirley was loved by each of her friends in a very special way, and she...

Feb 13, 2024

Charles Linebaugh 65, of Austintown, died Tuesday morning at his home following an illness.  He was born and raised in the area, then ended up in Texas for a time living.  He recently returned to the area and settled in Austintown.  He will be sadly missed by his niece and companion who both helped take care of him in...

Feb 10, 2024

Frank Thomas Parks 83, of Salem, died at 6:30 AM Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Salem Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Petersburg, Ohio, one of eight children in the Parks family.

Frank graduated in 1959 from Springfield Local High School. He was a very athletic-minded person and involved in many of the sports...

Feb 9, 2024

Patricia Lois Evans, née Lockwood, a beloved member of the community peacefully passed away at her home on February 9, 2024, at the age of 95. Her departure is mourned by a multitude of family members, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.

Patricia's love for nature was instilled in her from an early age during...

Feb 6, 2024

Michael R. Dennison, 29, of Salem, died Tuesday morning, February 6, 2024, at his family home.

He was born on August 11, 1994, in Alliance, Ohio, the son of Richard E. Dennison SR and the late Doris "DJ" (Ling) Dennison.

He was a proud lifetime resident of Salem and a 2012 graduate of Salem High...

Jan 28, 2024

Albert Leeroy Shultz JR, 74, of Leetonia, passed away at 8:44 PM on Sunday, January 28, 2024, in the ER of Salem Regional Medical Center.

He was born August 15, 1949, in Salem, the son of the late Albert Leeroy Shultz SR and Helen Louise (Ingledue) Shultz.

Albert was a resident of Leetonia and worked...

Jan 27, 2024

Eileen Marie Montgomery Sanders, 86,  of Salem, Ohio, completed her journey to Heaven on Saturday, January 27, 2024.  She was born September 12, 1937, in Shoals, Indiana to Wayne and Beulah (Abel) Montgomery.   Eileen attended and graduated from Shoals Community School.  Her parents taught her, by example, to dedicate her life in service to God.  Her father started Old...

Jan 21, 2024

Roger Alan Lippiatt, son of Roy and Eleanor (Headland) Lippiatt, went Home to be with the Lord and his family who had preceeded him on Sunday, January 21. He passed at home; just like he wished.

Roger was born in Salem and grew up on Egypt Road. He was a 1960 graduate of Greenford High School. It...

Jan 17, 2024

Danielle Jo Carnessali 62, Boardman, died at 9:48 PM Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at her home.

There will be no services to be held at this time.

Jan 15, 2024

Sandra Lee (fna Jackson) Messimer 66, of Green Twp.,/Salem, died at 11:10 AM Monday, January 15, 2024, following a courageous battle.

Sandy was never afraid of a possible challenge or battle.  When the tones went off, she was there to help and save many lives.  Sandy has now gone on to a place where there is no...

Jan 10, 2024

Richard V. Phillips 81, of Leetonia, died at 3:01 PM Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at his home in Leetonia.

He was born in Leetonia, on November 24, 1942, the son of the late Paul and Elsie (Ingledue) Phillips.

Jan 9, 2024

Miriam Cheryl (Coleman) Good 74, of Salem, died at 10:30 PM Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Mercy Health/St. Elizabeth Hospital, Youngstown. We were blessed to have had her these eight bonus years after the original infection, but this infection was too much for her compromised body. We appreciate all her doctors here in Salem and also at Cleveland Clinic.

Jan 4, 2024

Martina Suzanne Heines, 73, of Lisbon, passed away at her home Thursday, January 4, 2024.

She was born July 8, 1950, in Paterson, NJ. daughter of the late Hans-Jurgen and Marion (Ruitenberg) Achorne.

There are no services planned at this time.

Arrangements were made by the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral & Cremation Services...

Jan 2, 2024

Phillip Eugene Bixler, 80, of Green Township, Salem, Ohio, passed away at 3:23 AM Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Hampton Woods Nursing Center in Poland, Ohio.

He was born March 20, 1943, in Salem, Ohio, son of the late Phillip Ray and Pauline Edna (Everson) Bixler.

Arrangements were made by the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral...

Dec 27, 2023

Fernando "Marty" Martinez 77, of Youngstown, died at 10:50 Pm Wednesday, December 27, 2023, after taking ill on December 18, 2023.

He was born on August 26, 1946, in Edinberg, Texas, the son of Antonio and Paula (Torres) Martinez.

He has been a resident of the Youngstown area since July, 2017. Marty was a retired...

Dec 27, 2023

Robert D. Davis 64, of Rogers, died at 10:12 AM Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at his home with family.

He was a lifetime area resident of (Elkrun Township) Rogers. Rob grew up on the family property as did other family members over the years.

He attended Beaver Local Schools and growing up in the country...

Dec 19, 2023

Sherri Lee (Bryson) Lawrence, 58, of Struthers, passed away at 3:15 AM on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio.

She was born December 12, 1965, in Youngstown, daughter of the late James and Donna (Toy) Bryson.

Sherri graduated high school and went on to obtain her LPN. She loved spending as...

Dec 19, 2023

Virginia Ann (Brletich) Anglemyer, 62, of Lisbon, passed away in her home on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, after a long battle with cancer.

She was born December 13, 1961, in East Liverpool, daughter of the late Andrew and Eva Alvirda (Baumgarner) Brletich.

Nancy is survived by her brothers; Michael Brletich of North Lima, Joseph Brletich...

Dec 9, 2023

Florence Marie (Yates) Stark 94, of Damascus, passed away peacefully with family by her side, Saturday, December 9, 2023.

Marie was born in Salem, daughter of the late Elden and Florence (Burns) Yates.

Marie lived her whole life in the Salem area. She worked at various places, retiring from Tempo Products in Solon, Ohio. After...

Dec 4, 2023

Ms. Adina Young Maxwell passed away at her home in Hanoverton on December 4, 2023, at the age of 32.

She was born on May 28,1991, in Cleveland, Ohio, to mother Yvonne Young and her adopted parents, Robert and Janet (Green) Maxwell.

Adina was a graduate of Salem High School. She was blessed to have...