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Roger A. Landwert

Roger A. Landwert 1964-2025 Roger A. Landwert died peacefully on July 30, 2025 in Columbus with family by his side. He was a light in our world and impacted so many over his lifetime. Roger was born on June 25, 1964 in Salem to Ralph and Eva Landwert and was a gift to his parents and five sisters. He graduated from Robert Bycroft School in Lisbon and worked at the Sheltered Workshop for many years. He was proud to be a part of the Salem Jubilee Barbershop Chorus for many years but his proudest achievement may have been winning a gold medal in the 1991 International Special ...

Robert ‘Beaker’ E. Baker Jr.

Robert ‘Beaker’ E. Baker Jr. 1973-2025 SALEM – Robert “Beaker” E. Baker Jr., 51, died Sunday. He was born on Sept. 12, 1973, to the late Robert E. Baker Sr. and Janet (Westphal) Baker. Arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services. 8/27/25

Kristen Marie Gough

Kristen Marie Gough 1966-2025 COLUMBIANA – Kristen Marie Gough, 59, of Columbiana died Monday. She was born on July 3, 1966, in Salem. Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home, Columbiana, is handling the arrangements. 8/27/25

Lois Mae Sutherin

SALEM — Lois Mae Sutherin, age 93, of Salem, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025. Born to Floyd and Margaret Mulch, Lois lived a life full of quiet strength, kindness, and deep love for her family. For 19 years Lois served as a nurse’s aide at the Salem Convalescence ...

Virginia Easterday Baun

1927-1925 SALEM — Virginia Easterday Baun, 98, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025, at Grace Woods Senior Living, where she has made her home for the past 2.5 years. Born on June 10, 1927, in Youngstown, OH, Virginia was a daughter of the late Robert N. and Birdie Mae ...

Bonita ‘Bonnie’ Blythe Brenner

Bonita ‘Bonnie’ Blythe Brenner 1948-2025 Bonita “Bonnie” Blythe Brenner, a cherished educator, devoted family woman, and beacon of warmth, passed away peacefully on Aug. 19, 2025, in Weston, Fla., at the age of 77. Bonnie was born on April 20, 1948, in Salem, Ohio, to the late Walter and Kathryn Blythe, and was predeceased by her beloved husband, Mitchell Brenner, and her dear brother, Gary Blythe. Bonnie’s life was a testament to her enduring love for her family and her passion for education. After graduating from Morehead State University, she dedicated 28 years to ...