All Obituaries

SALEM - Richard L. Rosenberg passed away at his home January 14, 2021, surrounded by family.  He was born March 23, 1944 in Williamsport, PA, and was entrusted to David and Helen (Fultz) Rosenberg, his adopted parents, who provided a caring and loving home. Richard retired from The Electric Furnace Company after over 30 years as a draftsman. Richard’s greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren, especially hunting with his son and grandson. He is...

LEETONIA - Mary Louise Daily Usis, age 96, was accepted by the Lord in Salem, Ohio on January 12, 2021.  She was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, November 23, 1924 to Kaho and Helen Daily. Her parents moved to California in 1929, where she received her schooling. She graduated from Anna Heads, a private young ladies school, and then attended the University of California at Berkeley. She married her childhood sweetheart December 10, 1943 and became a devoted homemaker for the remainder of...

SALEM - Carol June Adams, 74, died at her residence Sunday, January 10, 2021 Carol was born on August 13, 1946, daughter of the late William and Martha Pollard Merriman.  She was a 1964 graduate of United Local High School. Carol was a member of Greenford Christian. Carol enjoyed cooking, baking, as well as walking her dog. Her husband Leroy Adams who were married, Aug 12, 1970, died in 2012. She is survived by two children, Michael (Jody) Adams of Salem and Julie Galbreath of...

SALEM – Charles N. Double Sr., 68, died Sunday, January 10, 2021. He was born January 19, 1952 in Salem, son of the late Kenneth Sr. and Barbara (Holmes) Double. Charles served in the United States Air Force. He was a person who was calm in the storm. Charles was a maker and creator, including computers, 3-D printing and woodworking. He loved flying and the ocean with a degree in Marine Biology. Charles was a gift giver and personally made his gifts. Survivors include three sons,...

SALEM - Phoebe B. Chepke, 91, died at  Saturday, January  9, 2021 at Crandall Medical Center in Sebring. Phoebe was born on December 14, 1929 in Alliance, daughter of the late Albert and Marguerite (Mather) Borton. She was a 1948 graduate of Goshen High School. Phoebe was a cook at West Branch Schools, retiring in 1997.  She was a member of Damascus Methodist Church and Bethel United Church of Christ in Beloit. She was on the Goshen Alumni Scholarship Committee and was in...

SALEM - Robert K. Stallsmith, 83, died Sunday, January 3, 2021 at his residence. Robert was born February 5, 1937 in Salem, a son of the late Russell L. and Nellie (Kyser) Stallsmith. Robert was a 1954 Salem High School graduate and was a tool and die operator at Sekely Industries for over 30 years. He was a member of First Christian Church in Salem. Robert was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of the Independent Hose Club and the Salem AMVETS. Robert loved grilling,...

LISBON - Morris “Mark” Boyd Jr., 73, passed Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Sunrise Homes in Lisbon. He was born September 1, 1947 in Salem, son of Morris M. Sr. and Vivian (Miller) Boyd. Mark loved music…it didn’t matter what kind, loved candy, milkshakes and swimming. Survivors include a sister, Moira (Marvin) Lutsch of Salem; a niece, Leah (Roger) Babb; and a nephew, Steven Lutsch. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Stark...

SALEM – Ellen L. Sox, 91, passed away Friday, December 25, 2020 at Brookdale Salem. She was born November 17, 1929 in Calla, Ohio, daughter of the late Hubert “Jeff” and Florence G. (Slagle) Knauf. Ellen last worked as a receptionist at the WSOM Radio Station and for Dr. George F. Jones D.O. as an Optometric assistance for 12 years. She was a member of the Greenford Lutheran Church and the VFW Post #892 Ladies Auxiliary. Ellen loved gardening and playing cards. Survivors...

  SALEM - Donald P. Glynn, 88, died Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at his home. He was born July 18, 1932 in Twinsburg, son of the late Frederick J. and Phyllis V. (Allen) Glynn. Don was a 1950 graduate of East Liverpool High School and attended the Ohio Valley Business College. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. An employee of General Motors for 20 years, he was a transportation clerk, retiring in 1986.  He previously worked at H. K. Porter in...

LEETONIA - Donald Carl Kelm of Leetonia passed away at his home on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at the age of 65. He was the son of the late Carl and Vida (Swindell) Kelm of Leetonia, and a 1973 graduate of Leetonia High School. Before retiring, Donald worked as a welder at Electric Furnace Company and Hunt Valve in Salem. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of the Leetonia Sportsman Club. Donald is survived by his wife Janet whom he married August 24,1974; sons, Jonathon...