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George Paparodis

1955-2024 SALEM —George Paparodis, born on March 15, 1955, in Salem, Ohio, was a cherished brother, uncle, and friend who left this world on July 4, 2024, in his hometown of Salem. His passing, due to a pulmonary illness, marked the end of a life lived with passion. George graduated from Salem High School in 1973, a place where he formed many lifelong friendships. After graduation, he joined Timberlanes, the family business, as a restaurateur. George was not only known for his delicious food but was often seen sharing stories with patrons and ensuring everyone left with a smile. His ...

Lorena ‘Lorie’ (Flannery) Wallace

1938-2024 Lorena “Lorie” (Flannery) Wallace, 85, of Salem, passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024. Lorie was born on September 9, 1938, the daughter of the late Myron and Margaret (Eckert) Flannery. She was a proud graduate of Fairfield High School. Lorie was a member of Damascus Ruritan ...

L. Irene Domanski Rodrick Koehler

1929-2024 L. Irene Domanski Rodrick Koehler passed away peacefully on the morning of June 3, 2024, at the age of 94, in the arms of her devoted daughter, Linda. Irene was born on Aug. 1, 1929, to Joseph and Anna (Paskiewicz) Domanski as they had fled from Poland into Russian territory ...

Terry P. Barnard

1954-2024 SALEM — Terry P. Barnard, 70, of Salem, died Wednesday. He was born on March 10, 1954, in Salem, son of the late Carl and Essie Gorby Barnard. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home, Columbiana. 7/6/24

Dorthoy Jean (Prestwood) Walther

1934-2024 On Monday, July 1, 2024, Dorthoy Jean (Prestwood) Walther went to be with the Lord at the age of 89. She was a loving wife to Roy and mother of two children, Bert and Jay. Dorothy was born on Aug. 5, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio to James Ivey and Violet Myrtle (Jones) Prestwood. She ...

Barbara J. Collins

1937-2024 SALEM — Barbara J. Collins, 87, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 4, 2024, following a brief illness. Barbara was born on Jan. 4, 1937, in DuBois, Pa., the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Mitravich) Sokloski. On Oct. 25, 1958, she married Bernard A. Collins. They moved to Salem in 1960 and were married for over 65 years. She volunteered at St. Paul Catholic Church for many years and enjoyed reading, baking, bowling and solving word and picture puzzles. Left to cherish her life and memory are two children, Lisa Johnson and husband Donnie of Salem, and ...