Ila L. Meier 1935-2026 Ila L. Meier, 91, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Lexington Nursing Home in Salem, Ohio. She was born in Salem, Ohio, on Jan. 9, 1935, to the late Clarence and Lucille (King) Votaw. She graduated from Salem High School and continued to be a lifelong resident ...

William Eugene Pilati 1925-2026 William Eugene Pilati, 100, of Minerva, passed away at Aultman Compassionate Care Center on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026. After a very brief illness, he departed his earthly body and went to join the love of his life since he was 12 years old, his beloved wife ...

Louis ‘Mike’ Kolich 1954-2026 SALEM — Louis “Mike” Kolich, a man of exceptional warmth and humor, unexpectedly passed away on Jan. 22, 2026, leaving a legacy of love and laughter that will be cherished by all who knew him. Mike was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, ...

John Edwin Baker John Edwin Baker, 89, passed away on Jan. 18, 2026. He was predeceased by his parents, three brothers, and one sister. Sharing in the grief of John’s passing is his loving wife of 68 years Gloria (Andrews) Baker and his children: Bonnie (James) Ritts, Jeffrey (Robin) Baker, ...

Marilyn McCartney SALEM — Marilyn McCartney, 89, passed away peacefully on Jan. 17, 2026. A lifelong resident of Salem, Ohio, Marilyn lived a life defined by devotion to her family, her faith, and her community. Marilyn was the daughter of Cora Headland and Willard Headland Sr. She ...

Ronald James Price, P.E. (retired) SEBRING — Ronald J. Price, 93, died peacefully at Copeland Oaks Retirement Village in Sebring, Ohio, on Jan. 17, 2026. After 33 years at Westinghouse, Ron retired in 1992 as a V.P., OEM Sales. Ron is survived by five children, Penny Price Gourley ...