All Obituaries

Columbiana - Norman Scott Spiker, beloved husband, age 83, of Columbiana, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. He was born on June 29, 1940, in Salem, a son of the late Raymond and Mary Knauf Spiker. Norm was a graduate of Columbiana High School and began his career by working for his father and later owning and operating Spiker Heating Inc., Columbiana.  He was a proud lifetime member of the Boy Scouts of America where he was...

Salem - Shelton "Shaky" Eugene McCoy, age 58, of Salem, died on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born on October 22, 1965, in Youngstown, a son of the late Gene and Vera Joyce McCoy. Shelton, or Shaky as his family and friends knew him, began his career of 39 years working as a truck driver for his father, who owned and operated Gene McCoy Trucking.  He was an amazing mechanic who could fix anything and solve any mechanical...

New Waterford - Pamela A. Colella, age 64, of New Waterford, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by her loving family, following a courageous battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Pam was born on December 25, 1959, in Salem, daughter of the late Cecil and Ruth Drummond Beight. She had worked as a Certified Veterinary Hospital Manager at Fairfield Animal Hospital for many years and as a bookkeeper for Vetbooks. In addition to her being a keystone part of...

Columbiana – Jack L. Guy, Sr. 91, of Columbiana, died peacefully on Friday, April 5, 2024, at his home. Mr. Guy was born on July 20, 1932, in Rogers, OH, a son of the late Clarence and Olive McMahan Guy and had lived in this area all his life.  He was a 1950 graduate of Columbiana High School and served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War. Jack was President and owner of Oaks Welding, a charter member of St. Jude Roman Catholic Church and was active in the Knights of...

New Waterford - Ron W. Boyer, age 61, of New Waterford, died on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Salem Regional Medical Center, Salem. He was born on September 17, 1962, in Salem, OH, son of the late Walter Boyer and Susan Miller. Ronald had worked as a Mechanic for C and K Petroleum and Meyers Equipment. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and running the boat at Lake Erie. Ronald is survived by his sister, Karen (Earl Shannon) Boyer of Columbiana; two brothers, Warren (Mary) Boyer of New Waterford...

Mary Yvonne Hill, age 59, of New Middletown, died on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving daughters and family. She was born on March 19, 1965, in New Brighton, PA, daughter of Wayne Hutchison and Darlene Headley Exposito. She was a cherished mother and Memaw whose life was a testament to selflessness and boundless love. With a heart as generous as hers, she expressed her affection through the language of gift-giving, bringing joy and comfort to those around her. Her...

Donna M. Dunn, age 87, of New Waterford, passed away March 25, 2024, at HCA Florida Citrus Hospital in Inverness, FL.  Donna was born on May 21, 1936, in Rogers, to Moss Baker and Pauline (Reddick) Baker.  Donna was a member of the First Church of Christ in East Palestine and when in Citrus County attended Cross Gate Church of God in Inverness, FL.  Donna loved to listen to music, spend time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.  She loved to play...

East Palestine - With profound sadness, we announce the loss of Sherryl “Sherry” L. Cartwright, who peacefully left this world on Friday, March 29th, at the age of 79. She was born on April 23, 1944, in East Palestine to Richard Berresford and Vivien (Kachner) Gallatin and remained a steadfast resident of her hometown until the end of her days. Sherry leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever reside in the hearts of her family and friends....

Columbiana - Roberta “Bobbi” Lower, age 82, of Columbiana, passed away at home with her family by her side on Sunday, March 17, 2024. She was born on June 19, 1941, in Youngstown, OH, daughter of the late Robert and Grace Brown Garver. Bobbi had worked as an office manager for PHD Manufacturing for 23 years, retiring in 2005.  She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Leetonia and a former member of the First United Methodist Church in Columbiana.  She...

Columbiana - Joseph A. Chaplow, age 72, of Columbiana, died on Friday, March 15, 2024 at his home. He was born on January 2, 1952, in Salem, son of the late Glenn Chaplow and Sarah Gorby Chaplow Smith. Joseph attended school in East Palestine until his senior year when he moved to Columbiana, he was lovingly accepted by both graduating classes throughout his life. During his time in high school, he was a record setting shot putter and his record stood for years, until it was broken by a...