Obituaries

Sep 30, 2025

NEW WATERFORD – Thomas Lee Sahli, 74, of New Waterford, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Mercy Health Center in Boardman.

He was the cherished son of Melvin and Barbara (Wootton)Sahli, who preceded him in death. Growing up in the North Lima area, Thomas attended local schools and graduated from Avon High School in Avon,...

Sep 22, 2025

COLUMBIANA – Darrel W. Yoder, 67, of Columbiana passed away unexpectedly Monday, September 22, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Health Care Center in Boardman.

Mr. Yoder was born on August 14, 1958, in Columbiana, a son of Wilbur and Dorothy Yoder. A graduate of South Range High School, he enjoyed riding his Harley and hanging out in his...

Aug 24, 2025

Columbiana, OH –Marsha A. Barnhouse- Gordon, 76, of Columbiana, OH, passed away at Parkside Health Care in Columbiana on Sunday, August 24, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born March 20, 1949, in Salem, a daughter of Robert and Betty (Gano) Segesman. Marsha married her late husband Larry Barnhouse in 1974.

Marsha was...

Jul 30, 2025

NORTH LIMA - Gareth Lamar Baer, 62, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, July 30, 2025, with his family by his side, after a very brief battle with cancer. Gareth was born June 2, 1963, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Harold and Effie (Ropp) Baer. In his younger years, his family lived and worked on Barth Farms...

Jul 26, 2025

NORTH LIMA – Patrick James Burns, 76, passed away peacefully at his home in North Lima on Saturday morning, July 26, 2025.

Mr. Burns was born on June 29, 1949, in Youngstown, a son of Frank and Anna Katherine (Sweeny) Burns.  A Boardman high school graduate, Patrick entered the U. S. Marine Corp in April of 1968. ...

Jul 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Linda S. Forney on July 22, 2025, at the age of 71. Linda was born on May 20, 1954, in Salem, Ohio to James and Carol McDonald. She spent her life surrounded by love and family.

Linda graduated from Salem High School and on September 22,...

Jul 19, 2025

POLAND- George W. Houk,72, of Poland, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the family farm, doing what he loved.

He was born March 11, 1953, in Salem, the son of the late G. Albertus and Dr. Irene (Miller) Houk. The family moved into their Forever home, on the farm, the day that they brought...

Jul 1, 2025

Howard Edward Lanney, age 68, passed away peacefully at home in Columbiana on July 1, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 23, 1956, at Salem City Hospital, Howard lived a life full of purpose, laughter, creativity, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.

On March 3, 1981, Howard married his high school...

Jun 16, 2025

COLUMBIANA – Carrie Ellen (Carol) Quattro, 91, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025, with her loving family by her side.  She was born in Kerens, West Virginia in 1933 to Don and Dollie M. (Vanscoy) Phares.  She was a graduate of Elkins High School class of 1951 and attended Youngstown State University.

Se was one of the...

Jun 14, 2025

Wesley "Wes" Allen Howell, 46 of Columbiana, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Mercy Hospital in Boardman. He was born on May 27, 1979, in Salem, a son of William Jr. and Velda Nofziger Howell. He was a lifelong resident of the Columbiana area. He graduated from Columbiana High School and the Columbiana County Career...

Jun 1, 2025

NEW SPRINGFIELD– Donald H. Snyder, Jr., 81, passed away peacefully at his home in New Springfield, Sunday afternoon, June 1st, 2025.

Mr. Snyder was born on July 8, 1943, in Youngstown; a son of Donald H. and Margaret (Williams) Snyder, Sr. A Springfield Local high school graduate, Donald helped his parents start Snyder's Antique Auto Parts in...

May 24, 2025

NEW SPRINGFIELD - Gary Lamar Wentz, 81, of New Springfield, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Born on October 10, 1943, to Paul and Betty Wentz, Gary grew up in East Palestine and attended East Palestine High School.

Gary was a semi-truck owner/operator and drove for many years for...

May 24, 2025

Joyce Elaine Tellman (Mader), 85, passed peacefully on Saturday morning May 24, 2025 at Hospice House in North Lima surrounded by her family. Joyce Tellman was born on April 18, 1940, daughter of William and Katherine Mader of Canfield.  She was a graduate of Canfield High School, graduating in 1958.  She worked as a banker throughout her life, retiring...

May 15, 2025

In Loving Memory of Roberta L. Grossen

An unwavering light in the lives of all who knew her

Roberta L. Grossen, 77, of Salem, left this world on May 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Though she is no longer with us in body, her spirit—gentle, steadfast, and endlessly giving—remains a guiding...

May 14, 2025

William Franklin Rupert, Sr., 89, of Columbiana, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on May 14, 2025.

Born on February 14, 1936, in East Palestine, Ohio, to Glenn and Mary (Flick) Rupert, Bill—affectionately known as "Rup"—lived a life grounded in devotion to family, hard work, and quiet strength. His parents owned Rupert's Bakery, (Columbiana...

May 7, 2025

NEW WATERFORD – Donna Ann Schlueter, 55, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at her home in New Waterford.

Donna was born on December 9, 1969, in Youngstown, a daughter of Edward and Judi (Labus) Domagalski. A 1987 graduate of Eau Gallie High School in Melbourne, FL, she worked for many years as an executive assistant for...

Apr 26, 2025

COLUMBIANA - Jill Anne (Orr) Beck, 70, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 26, 2025, with her family by her side, after a brief battle with cancer.  Jill was born November 2, 1954, in Salem, Ohio, the daughter of Harold "Bernard" Orr and Olive June Miles.  Jill was a 1972 graduate of Columbiana High School and enjoyed...

Apr 20, 2025

NILES – Heath Lane Harmon, 28, unexpectedly passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025.

Heath was born on September 4, 1996, in Salem, a son of Patrick Harmon and Wendy (Gamble) Andric.

He worked at Home Depot and enjoyed all types of music and gaming.  Heath loved the outdoors and to go four-wheeler riding.  He made...

Apr 13, 2025

LEETONIA – Barbara Ann Bilsky-Miller, 83 of Leetonia, passed away Sunday afternoon, April 13, 2025, at Summa Akron Hospital in Akron.

Barbara was born on February 27, 1942, in Duncansville, PA, a daughter of Raymond and Bertha (Martz) Lanzendorfer. She was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Columbiana.  She was active in the VFW Ladies...

Apr 12, 2025

COLUMBIANA–Arthur A. Blosser, 98, died Saturday evening, April 12, 2025, at his home in Columbiana.

Arthur was born on June 29, 1926, in Salem, one of eight children of Samuel and Sadie (Spicher) Blosser.

He graduated from Goshen College with a BS in Economics, and married Ardith Cullar on May 15, 1954.  They had five...