Obituaries

Apr 23, 2025

Lisbon- James Kelly Blankenship,76, died Wednesday morning April 23, 2025 at Salem Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness.

Born March 28, 1949 in West Virginia, he was a son of the late Richard D. and Edna (Slagle) Blankenship.

Jim worked as an electrician at Tunnel Ridge Coal Mine until his retirement in 2022.

He was a member of F&AM No. 65 and...

Mar 15, 2025

Mark Andrew Weber, Sr., aged 85, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, at Mapleview Country Villa nursing home in Chardon, OH. Born to Daniel and Johanna Weber on March 1, 1940, in Salem, OH, Mark graduated from Salem High School in 1958 and, after attending Capital University in Columbus, OH, spent over 20 years in banking. In February 1985,...

Mar 9, 2025

Lisbon - Anna Mae Haug,72, died Sunday, February 9, 2025 in the Emergency Department at Salem Regional Hospital.

Born October 18, 1952 in Pittsburgh, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Rose (Friton) Beiter.

Anna worked as a waitress for many years.

Originally from Pittsburgh, she has resided in Lisbon for five years, She enjoyed making jam, baking, and was a...

Mar 6, 2025

Thomas Martin Kirkbride 1949-2025

Born on July 7, 1949, in East Liverpool, OH, Tom was the son of the late Marion Merle and Vera (Hupp) Kirkbride. He was a graduate of East Liverpool High School and served in the United States Army as a medic. Tom retired from General Motors after 33 years of service.

A member of the New Lisbon Presbyterian...

Jan 15, 2025

Lisbon –           Jeffrey W. Gilmore, 66, passed on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Brighton Rehabilitation & Wellness Center.

Born December 25, 1958 in Champaign, IL, he was a son of the late James Brown and Eleanor (Morgan) Pudo.

Jeff was a carpenter and butcher by trade.

Survivors include his wife, Cynthia Gilmore, children...

Jan 11, 2025

Janis F. Mundy, 85, of Lisbon, Ohio, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Salem Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness.  She was surrounded by her family.

Janis was born on October 6, 1939 in Salineville, Ohio, the daughter of the late Wilbur and Mabel (Catlett) Smith.

A 1958 graduate of Lisbon David Anderson...

Dec 30, 2024

Lisbon –           Ruth Louise Barton, 95, passed away at home with her family at her side early Monday morning, December 30, 2024.

Born March 6, 1929 in Toronto, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Howard E, and Iva G. (Putnam) Myers.

Ruth worked as a cashier at A&P, Kroger, Hillyer’s, and Valu King...

Nov 18, 2024

Lisbon –           Charles Lawrence Mick, 76, died unexpectedly at his home Monday, November 18, 2024.

Born January 6, 1948 in German Twp., PA, he was a son of the late Gordon and Faye (Hall) Mick.

He worked as a lineman for Jersey Power and Electric and First Energy for many years, retiring in 2016.

Nov 7, 2024

Lisbon –     David Z. Kelly, 39, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, November 7, 2024.

Born June 25, 1985 in Salem, the was a son of Robert Earl Kelly and Martha Ann (Pettigrrew) Householder.

David worked in engineering at Mac Trailer in Salem.

Survivors include his father, Robert (Josie) Kelly of...

Oct 12, 2024

Lisbon –           It is with great sadness that Devin Wooten and Madison Marriner announce the loss of their precious daughter, Adley Grace Wooten Marriner.

Adley was delivered Saturday, October 12, 2024 at St, Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman at 22 weeks gestation.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by grandparents Jessica Marriner, Gregg Marriner,...

Oct 8, 2024

Lisbon –           Michelle Lynn Rauch,49, passed away Tuesday evening, October 8, 2024 at Salem Regional Medical Center surrounded by family and friends.

Born April 28, 1975 in Steubenville, she was a daughter of Larry E. Townsend and Dayle L. (Masters) Grimm.

In addition to her parents and step-mother Peggi, she is survived by her husband,...

Sep 20, 2024

Lisbon –           Rhonda Lynn Stewart,73, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.

Born February 25, 1951 in Darlington, PA, she was a daughter of the late Jack and Carol (Malmsberry) Albright.

She worked as a cook at several local restaurants.

Rhonda enjoyed fishing, gardening, and caring for her...

Sep 13, 2024

Lisbon -              Mary Muntean,96, died a Friday afternoon,  September 13, 2024 at Crossroads at Beaver Creek.

Born January 12, 1928 in Cleveland, she was a daughter of the late Michael and Anna (Gadyos) Papuschak.

Mary worked as a retail store manager at several stores in Boardman and Salem.

She enjoyed golfing with her...

Sep 6, 2024

Salineville -    Jerry Lee Rhodes,80, died at 10:30 PM Friday, September 6, 2024, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.

Born April 29, 1944, in East Liverpool, he was a son of the late Walden L. and Ethel (Smith) Rhodes.

He retired from General Motors Lordstown in 1995.

A member of the Salineville Presbyterian Church, a...

Jul 28, 2024

Lisbon -          William George Moore, 74, died Sunday, July 28, 2024 at Salem Regional Medical Center following a long battle with cancer.

Born July 25, 1950 in Bergoo, WV, he was a son of the late Henry C. and Edith A. (Louk)          Moore.

Bill worked as a coal miner for Westmoreland Coal Company.

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Jul 1, 2024

Lisbon -          Maryjo Evans, 64, died Monday afternoon July 1, 2024 at her daughter’s home following a lengthy illness.

Born July 3, 1959 in Canton, OH, she was a daughter of the late Steven and Kathryn (Maurer) Granchi, Jr.

She leaves to cherish her memory two children, Sabrina (Rusty) Johns and Joshua (Jenn) Romigh; her...

Jun 20, 2024

Lisbon -          Tina Ann Jennings. 60, died suddenly and unexpectedly at Aultman Hospital in Canton Thursday, June 20, 2024.

Born July 12, 1963 in Salem, she was a daughter of the late Richard Franklin and Evelyn (Custer) Toland.

She worked in accounting at YESCO in Columbiana for many years.

A devoted grandmother, Tina...

May 19, 2024

Everett Alan “Buddy” Finley, 62, formerly of Salem, died at his home in Girard Sunday, May 19, 2024 following a lengthy illness.

Born September 13, 1961 in New Mexico, he was a son of the late Everett and Norma R. (Whippler) Finley.

A graduate of Florida Christian High School, Buddy worked in auto sales for...

May 18, 2024

Lisbon –           James I. May,84, died at home surrounded by his family Saturday, May 18, 2024.

Born August 20, 1939 in Elkton, he was a son of the late Clarence F. and Amelia B. (Anderson) May.

Jim worked at Columbiana Foundry and retired from Summitville Tile after nearly forty years.

He loved to...

May 16, 2024

Mabel Richards passed away peacefully at home in California Thursday, May 16, 2024 with hospice. She was A loving wife, superior mother, and a devoted Christian. Born in Ford City, PA on 07/31/1937, a daughter of William B. and Mabel Raymer. She was Raised and loved by Mabel and Edgar Clemens. Preceded by her husband William Henry Richards, Sr....