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Shanon Fox

Shanon Fox

May 27, 2026

Shanon Fox

January 28, 1976 – May 27, 2026

On January 28, 1976, the world became a warmer place when Shanon Ray Fox was born in Youngstown, Ohio. A cherished son of the late Charlene Seeley and William Fox, Shanon grew into a man whose presence was as steady as the open road and as comforting as a home-cooked meal.

For many years,...

Pamela Osborn

Pamela Osborn

May 25, 2026

Pamela Osborn 69, of Lisbon, passed away at 2:10 AM on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Continuing Healthcare of Lisbon.

There are no services planned.

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

Norma Lloyd

Norma Lloyd

May 24, 2026

Norma Lynn (Lanham) Lloyd

March 2, 1945 – May 24, 2026

SALEM, OH — Norma Lynn (Lanham) Lloyd, a woman whose heart knew no boundaries and whose life was a masterclass in compassion, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 6:33 PM in the emergency room of Salem Regional Medical Center. She was 81 years old.

Born on March 2, 1945,...

Franklin Thompson

Franklin Thompson

May 15, 2026

Franklin Thompson, 73, of Akron, died Friday morning, May 15, 2026 at Gardens of Belden Village in Canton, Ohio

John J. Haney Jr.

John J. Haney Jr.

May 14, 2026

John J. Haney Jr 87, of Berlin Center, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Circle of Care in Salem, surrounded by his family.

He was born on October 14, 1938, in Beaver, Pennsylvania, to the late Rev. John J. and Shyrl (Porter) Haney Sr.

John was the beloved husband of Carol (Graham) Haney, for 63 years, before she passed away...

Karen Sue Guappone

Karen Sue Guappone

May 12, 2026

Karen Sue (Faith) Guappone, a woman who truly mastered the art of being the “hostess with the mostess,” peacefully took her final curtain call on May 12, 2026, at 4:02 PM at Salem Regional Medical Center. 

Born in Salem on November 5, 1965, Karen spent her life turning ordinary moments into celebrations, usually with a wooden spoon in one hand and...

Joshua Grisez

Joshua Grisez

May 12, 2026

Joshua Ronald Grisez, age 38, of Leetonia, Ohio, passed away gently into the arms of his Lord on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born on November 24, 1987, in Canton, Ohio, Joshua was a beacon of light, kindness, and simple joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him....

Ella Louise Wagner

Ella Louise Wagner

May 9, 2026

Ella Louise Wagner, 69, of Salem, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 9, 2026, at her home, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and a kitchen that was always open. Born on June 7, 1956, in Troy, New York, to the late George Henry and Vivian Sylvia Wood, Ella spent her life proving that...

Jeany Lynn Hutcheson

Jeany Lynn Hutcheson

May 6, 2026

Jeany Lynn Hutcheson (Jeany Lynn Dilling), a woman whose heart was as big as her smile and whose spirit was as warm as a fresh-baked batch of cookies, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh. Born on November 12, 1959, in Salem, Ohio, Jeany spent 66 years filling the lives of those around her...

Nancy Brink

Nancy Brink

May 5, 2026

It is with deep love and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Nancy Mae (Chidester) Brink, who departed from this life on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center. Born on April 8, 1950, in Salem, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jesse Jerald and Helen Ruth (Nannah) Chidester.

Nancy graduated from Beaver Local...

Sixto "Lou" Rodriguez

Sixto "Lou" Rodriguez

May 4, 2026

Sixto "Lou" Louis Rodriguez 72, of Girard, died on Monday, May 4, 2026, 3:14 PM, at Warren Nursing & Rehab.

He was born in Havana, Cuba on June 15, 1953.

A celebration of life is planned for Saturday, August 1, 2026, at The Manor of Howland Glen (3880 N River Rd NE, Warren, OH 44484)

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the...

Walter Liebhart

Walter Liebhart

May 3, 2026

Walter George Liebhart 96, slipped silently and sweetly into the presence of Jesus on May 3, 2026. He was a strong, stoic, and kind man of God who deeply loved and cared for his family.

A lifelong resident of Salem, Walter was born on December 26, 1929, he was the youngest child of Joseph and Katherine (Stieger) Liebhart. He joins his...

Betty Smith

Betty Smith

May 2, 2026

Betty Jean Smith 77, of Warren, died at 4:50 PM on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Washington Square Healthcare in Warren, Ohio.

She was born to her mother Fannie Mae Smith on February 16, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan.

There are to be no services.

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

Julia Elaine Miller

Julia Elaine Miller

Apr 27, 2026

Julia Elaine Miller, a woman whose heart was as expansive as the country landscape she called home, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, at the age of 72. For Julia, home was truly where the heart was, and she spent her life creating a sanctuary of warmth for her family on East Garfield Road. A dedicated homemaker in every...

Danny Lee Koster

Danny Lee Koster

Apr 22, 2026

Danny Lee Koster, age 72, of Perry Township, Salem, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Born on June 18, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Danny was the son of a hardworking city where he grew up, attended school, and graduated before eventually finding his home in the Salem community.

By trade, Danny was a skilled auto mechanic. Whether he...

Pedro Jose Vargas

Pedro Jose Vargas

Apr 19, 2026

Pedro Jose Vargas 51, of Buffalo, New York, died at 7:55 PM on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Mercy Health - St. Joseph Warren Hospital.

He was born October 23, 1974, in Bronx, New York.

There are no services planned at this time.

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

John Wright

John Wright

Apr 14, 2026

John Wright 59, of Warren, passed away at 4:25 AM on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge, in Mineral Ridge, Ohio.

He was born on January 5, 1967, in Warren, Ohio, the son of the late John and Jewell (Steeter) Wright Sr.

There are no services planned at this time.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Greenisen...

Charles Barnard

Charles Barnard

Apr 6, 2026

Charles Barnard, 79 of Lisbon, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026.

He was born March 2, 1947 in Lisbon, Ohio, the son of the late Cecil and Anna Belle (Dotson) Barnard.

He is survived by his daughter Melissa Sue Rockwell of East Liverpool, Ohio.

There are no services planned per Charles's wishes.

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

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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