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Jill Anne (Orr) Beck

1954-2025 COLUMBIANA — Jill Anne (Orr) Beck, 70, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 26, 2025, with her family by her side, after a brief battle with cancer. Jill was born November 2, 1954, in Salem, Ohio, the daughter of Harold “Bernard” Orr and Olive June Miles. Jill was a ...

Crestview Schools recognized as a Purple Heart School by the state

COLUMBIANA — The Crestview School District’s support of military families and students has earned recognition from the state. The district announced in a press release that the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce recently renewed Crestview High School’s designation as a Purple Star School for the Class of 2025. “This prestigious recognition is awarded to schools that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to supporting students and families connected to our nation’s military,” the release stated. To receive the Purple Star designation, schools must meet rigorous ...

Sandra J. (Stevens) Herman

1942-2025 Sandra J. (Stevens) Herman, 83,of Salem and former longtime resident of Kenton, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025, at the age of 83. Born on February 8, 1942, in Salem, Ohio, she dedicated her life to education, serving as a teacher and private tutor. Her commitment to ...

Anthony Petrucci Jr.

1942-2025 Anthony Petrucci Jr., 82, of Salem, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 7:50 a.m. at the Blossom Nursing and Rehab Center in Salem. He was born on September 17, 1942 in Salem, the son of the late Anthony and Susie (Zamarelli) Petrucci Sr. Tony was a graduate of Salem High School, served in the US Marine Corp during the Vietnam War. He later went on to operate the family business, Petrucci’s Restaurant for 15 years. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, the former Charleen Edith (Keller) Petrucci, whom he married on December 28, 1965; his three sons: Anthony ...

Dr. Richard Lee Fawcett Sr.

Dr. Richard Lee Fawcett Sr. 1948-2025 Dr. Richard Lee Fawcett Sr., 77, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, was called to his eternal resting place on April 23, 2025. Born on Feb. 27, 1948 in Salem, Ohio, he was a graduate of Salem High School, attended college at the College of ...

Robert ‘Bill’ Little

Robert ‘Bill’ Little 1942-2025 Robert “Bill” Little, 82, of Salem, passed away peacefully with his children beside him, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. He was born May 16, 1942, in Leetonia, Ohio, the son of the late John M. and Virginia C. (Haney) Little. Bill was a 1960 graduate ...