All Obituaries

COLUMBIANA - Thomas Hendricks, 85, was born December 7, 1936 in Youngstown and passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022 at Hospice House, Poland, Ohio. He lived a full life. He graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1954, then attended Youngstown State University before going on to serve his country in the Air Force Reserves. Tom was a stationary engineer working in several steel mills for forty years, retiring from J&L Steel Products, Louisville, Ohio. He was a lifelong...

LISBON – Genevieve “Ginny” Mae Kelly, 81, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022 at Covington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation in E. Palestine. She was born May 4, 1941 in Columbus, daughter of the late Willard C. and Nellie G. (Ditmas) Kelly. Ginny attended Robert Bycroft. No services will be held. Burial will be at Oakdale Cemetery in Leetonia. Memorial donations may be made to Robert Bycroft School, 35947 St. Rt. 172, Lisbon, OH 44432. Arrangements are being...

SALEM - Our beloved mother, Marilyn Louise Hart, has passed on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at the age of 84. She is finally at peace with our Lord. Marilyn was born November 1, 1937, in Salem. daughter of the late John C. and Zella (Mangus) Litty. Marilyn graduated from Salem High School in 1955 and Kent State University in 1959 with a Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology. She worked at Akron General and Salem Hospital. In 1958, she married Edward J. (Ted) Hart and was the co-owner of...

SALEM - Auldin 'Al' L. Shuman passed away into the arms of The Lord Tuesday, September 20, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.  Al was born October 16, 1933 in Sistersville, WV to the late Ross and Pearl (Richmond) Shuman. His faith in The Lord was unwavering.  He and Joyce worshiped at the Church of Christ in East Liverpool, and previously, at the Churches of Christ in Lisbon and Salineville. Al bestowed great patriotism and served in The U.S. Army as a corporal in the...

SALEM - Joseph Robert Beam, 82, died Monday, September 19, 2022, at Akron General Hospital. He was born on October 12, 1939 in Akron, son of the late Joseph and Ann (Schafer) Beam. Joseph served in the United States Army. He was a member St. Paul Catholic Church. Joe was an avid golfer. Survivors include fiancée, Marianne Kleinknecht. A private funeral service will be held with burial to follow at Grandview Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home...

William J. Stratton, “Bill”, 71, of Salem, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family. He was born in Salem on May 11, 1951 to parents William and Matilda (Krizay) Stratton. Bill enjoyed going fishing, hunting, and being outdoors. He was a graduate of West Branch High School, class of 1969. He was the former president of John Krizay Inc., where he was employed for 41 years. More than anything else, Bill loved spending time with his beloved grandchildren. Left to...

LISBON – Anthony E. Smith, 63, passed away Friday, September 16, 2022 at Aultman Hospital in Canton. He was born September 21, 1958 in Salem, son of Paul L. and Judith (Taylor) Smith. Anthony was a life-long area resident. He was a 1977 graduate of United Local High School. Anthony served as a security specialist in the United States Air Force. He worked as a laborer at PCC Air Foils of Minerva for 16 years, retiring in July 2021. Tony attended Damascus Friends Church. He was an avid...

SALEM - Dallas C. Poling, 67, passed away Friday, September 16, 2022, at his home. He was born December 25, 1954, in Philippi, WV, son of the late Dallas Jr. and Lena (Bolner) Poling. Dallas was last employed as a machinist for Kent Automation and was a member of the Ravenna Eagles. He lived in Ravenna for several years before moving back to Salem. Survivors include two sons, Jason (Melanie) Poling of Salem and Michael (Billie) Poling of Lisbon; daughter, Alisha (Jason) Sanderbeck of...

SALEM - Dorothy A. Zimmerman, 90, passed away Friday, September 16, 2022, at her home. She was born March 26, 1932, in Hanover Township, Ohio, daughter of the late Marion and Elsie (Speidel) Wilson. Dorothy was a 1950 graduate of Augusta High School. She worked at the Farmers Bank and Bank One for 36 years as a supervisor and teller. After retirement, she enjoyed winters in Myrtle Beach and Lady Lake, FL. She was a member of New Garden United Methodist Church. Dorothy enjoyed taking care of...

SALEM - Doris Ellen McGaffick, 92, passed away Thursday, September 15, 2022 at Brookdale Senior Living Facility with her loving husband of 49 years, Carl McGaffick at her side throughout her very long illness. Her death was due to a number of illnesses of advancing year. She was born February 1, 1930 in Sebring, daughter of the late James and Fern (Shipman) King. She was the middle child of three sisters and a brother. Doris was a 1948 graduate of Sebring High School. She was a Columbiana...