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Recent obituaries in Salem, ohio
Louise Lydic
Jun 10, 2026
Louise Irene (Sowers) Lydic 87, of Salem, died at 5 PM on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Salem North Healthcare Center.
She was born July 12, 1938, in North Beaver Township, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Cecil U. and Juanita P. (Williams) Sowers.
She will be laid to rest with her late husband Benjamin F. Lydic Sr at the Ohio Western...
John Walsh
Jun 9, 2026
In Loving Memory of John William Walsh
John, 75 of McKeesport, Pennsylvania, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He was born October 29, 1950 in Ohio.
John was a beloved Son, Brother, Uncle, Great Uncle, and Friend. He loved music and spending time with family and friends. He brought love, light, laughter, and joy to our family and to all who knew him....
Paul Smalley
Jun 6, 2026
Paul W. Smalley 66, of Salem, passed away at 1 PM on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Salem North Healthcare Center.
Daniel Surmaceviz
Jun 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Daniel Dean Surmaceviz
March 8, 1959 – June 2, 2026
The music has fallen quiet, and the world is a little less bright. On the morning of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 5:12 AM, Daniel Dean Surmaceviz, 67, passed away at Salem Regional Medical Center.
Born in Salem, Ohio on March 8, 1959, Dan was a lifelong resident of...
Terry Rogers
Jun 2, 2026
Terry Douglas Rogers, a man whose warmth, humor, and gentle spirit touched everyone he met, passed away peacefully at his home in Salem on June 2, 2026, at the age of 65. Born and raised in Salem, Ohio, Terry spent his life cultivating joy, both in the soil of his beloved gardens and in the hearts of those he loved....
Shanon Fox
May 27, 2026
Shanon Fox
January 28, 1976 – May 27, 2026
On January 28, 1976, the world became a warmer place when Shanon Ray Fox was born in Youngstown, Ohio. A cherished son of the late Charlene Seeley and William Fox, Shanon grew into a man whose presence was as steady as the open road and as comforting as a home-cooked meal.
For many years,...
Pamela Osborn
May 25, 2026
Pamela Osborn 69, of Lisbon, passed away at 2:10 AM on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Continuing Healthcare of Lisbon.
There are no services planned.
Arrangements were made by the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services of Salem.
Norma Lloyd
May 24, 2026
Norma Lynn (Lanham) Lloyd
March 2, 1945 – May 24, 2026
SALEM, OH — Norma Lynn (Lanham) Lloyd, a woman whose heart knew no boundaries and whose life was a masterclass in compassion, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 6:33 PM in the emergency room of Salem Regional Medical Center. She was 81 years old.
Born on March 2, 1945,...
Franklin Thompson
May 15, 2026
Franklin Thompson, 73, of Akron, died Friday morning, May 15, 2026 at Gardens of Belden Village in Canton, Ohio
John J. Haney Jr.
May 14, 2026
John J. Haney Jr 87, of Berlin Center, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Circle of Care in Salem, surrounded by his family.
He was born on October 14, 1938, in Beaver, Pennsylvania, to the late Rev. John J. and Shyrl (Porter) Haney Sr.
John was the beloved husband of Carol (Graham) Haney, for 63 years, before she passed away...
Karen Sue Guappone
May 12, 2026
Karen Sue (Faith) Guappone, a woman who truly mastered the art of being the “hostess with the mostess,” peacefully took her final curtain call on May 12, 2026, at 4:02 PM at Salem Regional Medical Center.
Born in Salem on November 5, 1965, Karen spent her life turning ordinary moments into celebrations, usually with a wooden spoon in one hand and...
Joshua Grisez
May 12, 2026
Joshua Ronald Grisez, age 38, of Leetonia, Ohio, passed away gently into the arms of his Lord on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on November 24, 1987, in Canton, Ohio, Joshua was a beacon of light, kindness, and simple joy to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him....
Ella Louise Wagner
May 9, 2026
Ella Louise Wagner, 69, of Salem, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 9, 2026, at her home, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and a kitchen that was always open. Born on June 7, 1956, in Troy, New York, to the late George Henry and Vivian Sylvia Wood, Ella spent her life proving that...
Jeany Lynn Hutcheson
May 6, 2026
Jeany Lynn Hutcheson (Jeany Lynn Dilling), a woman whose heart was as big as her smile and whose spirit was as warm as a fresh-baked batch of cookies, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh. Born on November 12, 1959, in Salem, Ohio, Jeany spent 66 years filling the lives of those around her...
Nancy Brink
May 5, 2026
It is with deep love and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Nancy Mae (Chidester) Brink, who departed from this life on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center. Born on April 8, 1950, in Salem, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jesse Jerald and Helen Ruth (Nannah) Chidester.
Nancy graduated from Beaver Local...
The obituaries in the Salem, Ohio area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Salem, Ohio's history and identity.
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