All Obituaries

SALEM ­– Jesse L. Wamer, age 73, died at 12:07 p.m. Friday, January 18, 2019 at Crandall Medical Center in Sebring. He was born February 21, 1945 in Ravenna, Ohio, the son of the late Jesse and Louise Wamer. Jesse worked on the line at General Motors in Lordstown, retiring in 2004. He was a Methodist by Faith, a member of UAW. He enjoyed playing the guitar and harmonica in several bands throughout the years. Jesse also enjoyed working on cars, woodworking and breeding Paso Fino...

WASHINGTONVILLE – Ruth Ann Austin, age 76, died at 8:55 p.m. Friday, January 18, 2019 at Salem Regional Medical Center. She was born January 2, 1943 in Leetonia, Ohio, the daughter of the late Frank and Harriett Ludt. Ruth Ann was a homemaker, Christian by Faith, and an avid reader. Her husband, Delmar Austin, preceded her November 2008. Survivors include a daughter, Connie (Ron) Geist of Salem; step-children, George Austin of Kansas, John Austin of Louisville, Connie Custer of...

SALEM – Marlene Elizabeth Skomra, age 82, died Thursday, January 17, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Boardman. She was born March 25, 1936 in Jenner, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Walter Gilmore and Bertha (Dunlap) Lepley. Marlene was a homemaker. She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W. She  is survived by her husband of 60 years, Robert A. Skomra, two sons, David (Patti) Skomra and Steven Skomra; three daughters, Denice (David) Skomra...

LISBON – Charles E. Grubbs, age 90, of Lisbon, died at 3:10 a.m. Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at Continuing Health Care of Lisbon. He was born February 24, 1928 in Salem, the son of Edward Z. and Laula (Bradbury) Grubbs.   Charles was employed at the former Crane Deming Co. for 44 years, retiring as a quality control engineer. He was also co-founder of Grubbs Brothers, Inc. Charles was a member of Franklin Square United Methodist Church. He was a former officer and board member...

Charles “Bud” Janofa, age 80, of Salem died at 5:00 a.m. Saturday, January 12, 2019 at the Caprice Health Center in North Lima.  He was born June 30, 1938 in Washingtonville the son of the late Russell and Lucille (Varner) Janofa.  Bud was an assembler for the former E. W. Bliss Co. and retired after 25 years.  Bud was a vendor at Rogers and Four Seasons Flea Markets and enjoyed spending time with the patrons.  He was a member of the Salem Athletic Booster...

Boardman- Heather Englert Dobbins,  40, formerly of Salem, passed away after a sudden illness at 6:45 a.m. on Friday, January 11, 2019  at the Cleveland Clinic. Heather was born June 20, 1978 in Salem, OH, a daughter of Richard and Gaylene(Kekel) Englert.  She was a 1996 graduate of Salem High School and received a Degree in Criminal Justice from Youngstown State University.  Heather went on to enroll in the Youngstown Police Academy and also received a Bachelor’s...

SALEM – Ernie M. Falco, age 65, died at 2:45 p.m. Thursday, January 10, 2019 at Vibra Hospital in Boardman.  He was born April 29, 1953 in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Ernie J. and Cecelia (Rapczak) Falco.   Ernie worked as a pipefitter for 18 years at General Motors. He was a 1971 graduate of McKeesport High School.   Survivors include his loving companion of 21 years, Willa Flanagan and a sister Carole Kast of Port Vue, PA.   Per...

SALEM – Hazel (Mercer) Sneltzer, age 99, died peacefully Wednesday, January 9, 2019 with her family at her side at the Salem East Healthcare Center. She was born January 23, 1919 in Butler Township, Ohio, the daughter of the late Bert and Pearl (Stoffer) Mercer.   Hazel and her husband, John were dairy farmers retiring in 1971. She then worked 17 years at the Mahoning Valley Dairy in Westville as a clerk. Hazel loved to cook and especially loved to bake. Her family was the most...

SALEM – Anna Lepping, age 86, died at 10:38 a.m. Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Salem Regional Medical Center. She was born March 9, 1932 in Salem, Ohio, the daughter of the late Edward and Kathryn (Bates) Herron.   Anna was a homemaker and a member of St. Paul Catholic Church. She was a 1950 graduate of Salem High School where she was Homecoming Queen. In her younger years, she worked at Strouss Department Store and later at Hansell’s store. She spent many hours in her...

SALEM – Jean Haraway, age 89, died Monday, January 7, 2019 at her granddaughter’s home in Texas. She was born February 3, 1928 in Salem, Ohio, the daughter of the late Raymond and Charlotte C. (McKee) Miner.   Jean was a homemaker. She enjoyed cleaning the house, cooking and spending time with her family.   Her husband, Willard Haraway, whom she married August 27, 1954, preceded her August 21, 1997.   Survivors include a son, Chester (Linda) Bell of...