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Recent obituaries in Salem, ohio
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
David Allen Abrams
Aug 17, 2026
David Allen Abrams, 63, of the Salem area, passed away peacefully at 7:04 a.m. on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on August 3, 1963, in Salem, Ohio, David was the cherished son of the late Donald and Dorothy Abrams. Rooted deeply in the community he loved, David was a...
Brenda Phillips
Aug 16, 2026
Brenda Sue (Milhoan) Phillips, age 74, of Salem, passed away peacefully in her home on August 16, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.
Born on September 3, 1951, in West Virginia, Brenda was the cherished daughter of the late Harry and Margie Milhoan. Throughout her life, Brenda possessed a vibrant spirit and a heart full of warmth....
Josh Randall Ervin
Aug 10, 2026
Josh Randall Ervin, a man whose vibrant spirit, infectious laughter, and generous heart left a permanent mark on everyone he met, passed away on August 10, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center. Born on February 15, 1971, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Judy (Smart) Ervin and the late Harry A. Ervin, Josh was truly the life of the party and lived...
Meropi Steve
Aug 9, 2026
Meropi (Tantsi) Steve, a radiant soul whose warmth, laughter, and boundless capacity for love touched everyone she met, passed away on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at 11:35 PM, at Aultman Alliance Hospital. She was 85 years old.
Born on February 7, 1941, in picturesque Arhangelos, Macedonia, Greece, to her late parents Christos and Andonia (Chena) Tantsi, Meropi carried the beauty of...
Junior Lee Bender
Aug 8, 2026
Junior Lee Bender, a lifelong resident of Salem, Ohio, went home to be with the Lord on August 8, 2026, at the age of 71, with his daughters by his side. Born on October 4, 1954, to his loving mother, Mildred (Hill) Bender, and his late father, John Bender, Junior’s life was deeply rooted in the warmth of family, hard...
Gloria Chestnut
Aug 8, 2026
Gloria June (Klemann) Chestnut
August 28, 1946 – August 8, 2026
Gloria June (Klemann) Chestnut, age 79, of Columbiana, wrapped up a beautifully lived, fiercely loved life on August 8, 2026, at 12:21 PM, passing away peacefully at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio, surrounded by the infinite love of her family.
Born on August 28, 1946, in Lisbon, Ohio, to...
Kurthe O Cameron
Jul 26, 2026
Kurthe O. Cameron age 93, of Salem, passed away on July 26, 2026 at the Community Hospice Truman House in New Philadelphia.
He was born on March 28, 1933, the son of the late Leonard and Gladys (Hoopes) Cameron.
He graduated from Augusta High School, served in the Army. He worked as a Machinist at Salem Tool Co., and Advetech Inc. He...
Norma McCarthy
Jul 18, 2026
Norma L. (Ashworth) McCarthy 84, of Canfield, passed away in her home at 12:06 AM on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services of Salem.
Ralph Edward Seaman Sr
Jul 2, 2026
Columbiana- Ralph Edward Seaman Sr. soul has gone home to the Lord on July 2,2026. Born May 3,1938 in Youngstown Ohio, to Cecil Clair Seaman and Velma Frances Crawford Seaman.
Ralph's family came to reside in Greenford, Ohio, from the Austintown area. He attended Greenford High School from elementary to high school and graduated in 1957. After graduation, Ralph became a...
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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