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Recent obituaries in Salem, ohio

Elma Jean (Ludwig)  Hanshaw

Elma Jean (Ludwig) Hanshaw

Sep 2, 2025

Elma Jean (Ludwig) Hanshaw 87, of New Waterford, went to meet her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ at 7:25 PM on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Covington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in East Palestine.

She was born at home in East Liverpool on July 14, 1938, the daughter of the late Dewey John and Flossie (Kay) Ludwig....

Holly Lee (Dunlap)  Fegert

Holly Lee (Dunlap) Fegert

Sep 2, 2025

Holly Fegert 61, of Struthers, passed away at 10:16 PM on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.

She was born December 29, 1963, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Bonita (Williamson) Dunlap and the late William Dunlap.

Holly was a graduate of Springfield Local High School. She found great...

Jason Edward Maenz

Jason Edward Maenz

Sep 1, 2025

Jason Edward Maenz 55, of Salem, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.

He was born on June 4, 1970, in Salem, Ohio, the son of Ernest Joseph Maenz and Kitty (Delfavero) McDevitt.

Jason was a 1988 graduate of Salem High School, he was a previous member of the Amvets, VFW, and...

Patricia Ann Dennison

Patricia Ann Dennison

Aug 29, 2025

Patricia Ann Dennison 53, of Salem, died at 6:12 PM Friday, August 29, 2025, at UPMC-Montefiore Hospital in Pittsburgh.

She was born on August 25, 1972, in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Loretta (Pasture) Dennison and the late Roy Dennison.

Tricia passed while surrounded by the love of her children.

With a...

George Ellis Heckaman

George Ellis Heckaman

Aug 26, 2025

George Ellis Heckaman 84, of Sherrodsville, passed away at his home Tuesday, August 26, 2025.

He was born on April 3, 1941, in Canton, Ohio, the son of the late George Clinton and Elsie (Stertzbach) Heckaman.

He is survived by his daughter Wanda Y. Heckaman of Sherrodsville and son Thomas W. Heckaman Sr of Canton....

Gerald Timmann

Gerald Timmann

Aug 25, 2025

Gerald Timmann 50, of Salem, passed away at his home on Monday, August 25, 2025.

He was born on April 15, 1975, in New Brunswick, New Jersey, the son of the late Gerald Leonard and Andrea Marie (Rodriguez) Timmann SR.

Gerald was a 1993 graduate of Salem Senior High School and served for a short...

Scott Oliver Means

Scott Oliver Means

Aug 17, 2025

Scott Oliver Means 65, of Lisbon, died at 6:20 AM Sunday in the emergency room of Salem Regional Medical Center.

He was born on October 2, 1959, in East Liverpool, Ohio, the son of James O. Means and the late Martha J. (McCauley) Means who passed in December, 2024.

Scott came to Salem from Wellsville,...

Robert Carl Vargo

Robert Carl Vargo

Aug 14, 2025

Robert Carl Vargo 69, of Center Twp., Lisbon, peacefully passed away at 10:19 PM, Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Salem Regional Medical Center.

He was born on March 19, 1956 in Salem, Ohio, the son of Glenna (Sweeney) Vargo and the late Daniel Vargo.

In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife,...

Theresa Alice Rodgers

Theresa Alice Rodgers

Aug 12, 2025

Theresa Alice Rodgers 91, of Austintown, (formerly of Girard) died at 6:40 PM Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Briarfield Manor.

She was born on May 18, 1934, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Robert and Hazel D. (Christmas) Rodgers.

She was a graduate of Girard High School and was a sketch artist for the...

Jason Daniel Grace Sr

Jason Daniel Grace Sr

Aug 11, 2025

Jason Daniel Grace Sr., 46, of Deerfield, passed away Monday morning, August 11, 2025, after a two year battle with cancer, at the home of his sister at Guilford Lake.

He was born January 19, 1979, in Youngstown, the son of Sandra Sue (Baird) Mohr of Alliance and the late Marvin Glenden Grace.

Jason was...

William Sparhawk

William Sparhawk

Aug 11, 2025

William Francis Sparhawk— "Billy," "The Hawk," "Billy Big Ten," "The Grizz." Bill held many titles throughout his life, but the ones he loved most were Pop-Pop and Pops. He was a father to three children—Ben, Bonnie, and Bart—a grandfather to Blake, Loralei, Charlee, and Monroe, and a father figure to the many children he coached in Greentown.

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Dale Allen Smith

Dale Allen Smith

Aug 10, 2025

Dale Allen Smith 72 of Columbiana, passed away on August 10, 2025 at his home.

He was born on July 3, 1953 in Caribou, Maine, the son of the late Elias and Blanche Smith.

He is survived by his brother Elias Reitzel of Portland, Oregon.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death...

Larry Edward Long

Larry Edward Long

Aug 9, 2025

Larry Edward Long 74, of Salem, died at 2:40 PM on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at Salem West Healthcare in Salem, Ohio.

He was born April 29, 1951, the son of the late Billie Clifford and Mary Alice (Powers) Long.

No services planned at this time.

Arrangements were entrusted to the care of...

Randy Scott Cartwright

Randy Scott Cartwright

Aug 8, 2025

Randy Scott Cartwright 66, of Alliance, Ohio passed away at 10:24 PM on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Aultman Hospital in Canton, Ohio.

He was born on November 6, 1958, in Washington, DC, the son of the late Noble Clifford and Marilyn Judith (Crawford) Cartwright.

Randy was a 1976 graduate of Canton South High School....

Kenneth Evan Steiginga

Kenneth Evan Steiginga

Aug 8, 2025

Kenneth Evan Steiginga 64, of New Waterford, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, at Parkside Health Care Center of Columbiana, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was born on October 20, 1960, in Paterson, New Jersey, the beloved son of Henry Steiginga and the late Leanna (Eschenbach) Steiginga.

Ken is survived by...

Johney Ray Burkholder

Johney Ray Burkholder

Aug 6, 2025

Johney Ray Burkholder 66, of Lisbon, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Continuing Healthcare of Lisbon.

He was born January 19, 1959, in Salem, Ohio, the son of George and Bessie (Barnes) Burkholder.

He is survived by his children Patti Lou Burkholder of Damascus and John Thomas Burkholder of Lisbon and his sister...

Barbara Joanne (Weingart)  Walker

Barbara Joanne (Weingart) Walker

Aug 1, 2025

Barbara Joanne (Weingart) Walker 65, of Salem, unexpectedly fell asleep in the Lord at her home on Friday, August 1, 2025.

She was born on June 12, 1960, in Salem, Ohio, the daughter of the late Vernon R. and Geraldine B. (Hively) Weingart.

She was a graduate of West Branch Local class of 1978. The...

Kenneth Lee Deal

Kenneth Lee Deal

Jul 29, 2025

Kenneth Lee Deal 77, of Goshen Township, Salem, passed away on July 29, 2025.

He was born on November 22, 1947, in Butler, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Kenneth and Dorothy Mae Deal.

Ken was a proud United States Marine, a devoted family man, and a loyal friend. He was a skilled worker who...

Joseph John Kocher Jr.

Joseph John Kocher Jr.

Jul 12, 2025

Joseph John Kocher Jr 83, of East Palestine, passed away at 10:30 AM on Saturday, July 12, 2025.

He was born May 8, 1942, in Cleveland, son of the late Joseph John and Helen (Evenich) Kocher Sr.

Private Family Services and Burial will be held at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.

Arrangements were...

Rachel Ann Dennison

Rachel Ann Dennison

Jul 2, 2025

Rachel Ann Dennison aged 33, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh, PA, surrounded by her family.

She was born October 2, 1991, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Richard E. Dennison Sr and the late Doris (Ling) Dennison.

Rachel recently became a mother to her...

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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