Obituaries
Kathy Butera Wiery
Nov 22, 2025
Columbiana - Kathy Butera Wiery earned her eternal wings in Zephyrhills, FL where she lived for the past 16 months . Kathy passed away Nov 22, 2025 at the age of 67. She was born August 23, 1958 in Salem, the daughter of the late Ledia and John Butera.
Always happy, Kathy graduated from Crestview High School in 1976 where she...
Victor L. Isenberg
Nov 21, 2025
Cortland - Victor L. Isenberg, age 81, of Cortland, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at Hospice House, Poland.
He was born on July 13, 1944, in Indiana, PA, a son of the late Leroy and Elsie Fennell Isenberg.
Victor, affectionately known as Bugs and Fuzz Head, graduated from Indiana High School and was a veteran of the United States Army....
James E. Mollenkopf
Nov 16, 2025
North Lima - On November 16, 2025, James E. Mollenkopf passed away peacefully at his home in North Lima, a son of the late Edwin C. and Ada Howe Mollenkopf.
James was born April 6, 1948, in Salem Ohio. He is survived by his sons Tyler (Shannon) Mollenkopf of Hubbard and Michael (Patricia) Mollenkopf of Columbiana along with his grandchildren Alexandria,...
Marion E. Fullerton
Nov 15, 2025
East Palestine - Marion E. Fullerton, age 100, of East Palestine, died on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Christian House, East Palestine.
She was born on April 3, 1925, in Enon Valley, PA, daughter of the late John and Ethel Bowles Zeh.
Marion graduated from East Palestine High School and was a lifelong active member of Centenary United Methodist Church. She enjoyed...
Verna J. Stoffer
Nov 13, 2025
Lisbon - Verna J. Stoffer, age 89, of Lisbon, died on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Continuing Healthcare of Lisbon.
She was born on July 28, 1936, in Gavers, OH, a daughter of the late George and Jessie Flowers VanFossan.
Verna was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Leetonia where she was active with the women’s kitchen group, as well...
Harold James "Jim" Weiss
Nov 13, 2025
Columbiana - Harold James "Jim" Weiss, age 78, of Columbiana, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at his home.
He was born on April 20, 1947, in Punxsutawney, PA, a son of Nellie Fonner Weiss and the late Harold Jack Weiss.
Jim was a 1965 graduate of Punxsutawney Area High School and had attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He served...
James D. Steele
Nov 12, 2025
Columbiana - James D. Steele, age 82, formerly of Leetonia, passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, Youngstown.
He was born on December 8, 1942, in Salem, OH, son of the late Norman and Elizabeth Meissner Steele.
Jim had worked as a maintenance electrician for National Refractories and was a member of Saint Patrick Parish....
Kristy Simcox
Nov 10, 2025
Columbiana - Kristy Simcox, age 73, of Columbiana, died on Monday, November 10, 2025, at Hospice House, Poland.
She was born on April 22, 1952, in Salem, daughter of the late Marquis and Odessa Cook Farmer.
Kristy was a librarian at Salem High School, Springfield High School and St. Paul Catholic School. She was also a professional storyteller, performing stories for countless...
James L. Steiner, Sr.
Oct 30, 2025
James L. Steiner, Sr., age 89, of East Palestine, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Jim was born on April 4, 1936, in South Beaver Township, PA, son of the late Nicholas and Philomena White Steiner.
He had worked as a superintendent for the former Babcock and Wilcox. He also worked at the...
Madelon Slagle
Oct 21, 2025
Rogers - Madelon Slagle, age 76 passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 surrounded by her loving family, at Salem Regional Medical Center.
Madelon was born on December 15, 1948, in Salem, daughter of the late Matthew and Betty Guy Dailey.
Madelon was devoted to her family and enjoyed planning parties for all occasions. Spending time with her family, especially her three...
Nicole Shacklock
Oct 20, 2025
Leetonia - Nicole Shacklock, age 39, of Leetonia, passed away suddenly from a medical emergency on Monday, October 20, 2025, at her home.
She was born on November 24, 1985, in Youngstown, the daughter of Beverly Shacklock.
Nicole was a graduate of Struthers High School and MCCTC. She received her LPN from Youngstown State University and was currently working at Windsor House...
Earl Bradley "Brad" Selway
Oct 20, 2025
Salem- Earl Bradley “Brad” Selway, age 64, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025.
Brad was born on December 19, 1960 at Salem Hospital, son of the late Earl and Annetta Smith Selway. He lived in this area all of his life.
Brad worked as a flexographic printer for over 20 years. He loved music, playing his guitar, and spending time with friends.
Brad...
Judy Elaine Stevens
Oct 19, 2025
Columbiana - Judy Elaine Stevens passed away peacefully Sunday October 19, 2025 with her son Larry Bruce Stevens at her side.
Judy was born on July 2, 1939, in Leetonia, Ohio to Margaret Snell and Willis N Toland. She grew up in Leetonia Ohio, attending Leetonia High School until she married Larry A. Stevens 29 December 1955. They raised two boys,...
Jim H Whinnery
Oct 17, 2025
Leetonia - Jim H Whinnery, age 74, of Leetonia, died on Friday, October 17, 2025, at his home in Leetonia.
He was born on November 26, 1950, in Salem, son of the late Howard and Elizabeth Smith Whinnery.
Jim enjoyed golfing with his friends, going to the casino and attending auctions. He loved his family and looked forward to attending his grandchildren’s...
Timothy Ray Bradford
Oct 15, 2025
Salem- Timothy Ray Bradford, age 75 of Salem, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at University Hospital Portage Medical Center in Ravenna.
He was born on August 10, 1950, in Portsmouth, Ohio, a son of Kelly Bradford and Velma Ewing Pope.
Tim was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Vietnam War in the 10th Cavalry, 4th...
Karl Smith
Oct 14, 2025
Columbiana - Karl Smith, age 65, of Columbiana, died on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at his home in Columbiana.
He was born on April 30, 1960, in Salem, son of the late William and Alice Hiney Smith.
Karl enjoyed barbecuing with his friends and had a lot of various interests. The family would like to thank Karl’s friends for supporting him.
Karl is...
Audrey Elwonger
Oct 14, 2025
"Together Again"
East Palestine - Audrey Elwonger, age 96, of East Palestine, died on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Windsor House at Parkside Health Care Center, Columbiana.
She was born on September 17, 1929, in New Waterford, daughter of the late Willis and Helen Bevington Gotthardt.
Audrey was an avid East Palestine Bulldog Fan having reserved seats for over 70 years to all...
Herbert W. May
Oct 10, 2025
Lisbon - Herbert May, age 74, of Lisbon, died on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital, Boardman.
He was born on November 4, 1950, in East Palestine, OH, son of the late Wilbert and Sarah Wonner May.
Herbert was a graduate of East Palestine High School and had worked as an electrician for over thirty years, retiring...
Patricia Ann Harrison Frampton
Oct 4, 2025
Austintown - Patricia Ann Harrison Frampton, age 73, of Austintown, died on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Briarfield Manor, Austintown.
She was born on April 18, 1952, in Salem, OH, daughter of the late Russell and Mary Gower Harrison.
Patricia was a homemaker, she enjoyed cooking, crafting and spending countless hours talking on the phone with her sisters. She loved her family...
Sofia "Sia" Eileen Kale
Oct 1, 2025
New Waterford - Sofia "Sia" Eileen Kale, age 10, left this world on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, following her valiant fight with Leukodystrophy. Sofia was at peace, in her home, embraced by her loving family when she passed away.
Sia was born on July 20, 2015, in Boardman, daughter of Rodney and Stephanie Ellsworth Kale.
Sofia was fortunate enough to be able...
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