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Larry Steven Kessler

1941-2026 LISBON — Larry Steven Kessler, 85, died Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at Auburn Skilled Nursing Home following a lengthy illness. Born April 5, 1941 in Salineville, he was a son of the late Larry and Eileen (Kennedy) Kessler. A 1959 graduate of Salineville High School, Larry worked as the fuel manager at Landmark in Lisbon for many years. Survivors include his children: Kurt (Lisa) Kessler and Kyle (Twila) Kessler; five grandchildren: Larry, Mitchel, and Kennedy, Kyla, and Milo; great-grandchildren: Brooklyn, Boone, and Andrew; as well as his sister, Judy Madison. He was ...

Thomas E. Smith

LISBON, Ohio — Thomas E. Smith of Lisbon passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at Blossom Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, with his beloved wife at his side. He was 68 years old. Tom proudly served his community as a deputy with the Columbiana County Sheriff’s Office before joining its Drug Task Force. Beyond law enforcement, he earned a sixth-degree black belt in karate after training under Chuck Norris himself. He went on to own and teach at three martial arts schools, mentoring students in East Liverpool, East Palestine, and Lisbon. Tom also worked as a stuntman and ...

Patrick Mark Grant

1952-2026 Patrick Mark Grant, lovingly known as “Pat,” passed away peacefully surrounded by his children and closest family in Rockwall, Texas. Born on May 9, 1952, in Columbiana, Ohio, Pat was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Ellen Grant, and his sister, Mickie Grant. He is survived by his brothers, Mike Grant and Robert Grant, and his sister, Marcia Shrout. He is also survived by his daughter, Lindsay Grant Moreau and her husband, Spencer, along with their children Beckham, Avery, and Ellis; his son, Adam Grant and his wife, Taylor, along with their daughter, Kennedy; ...

Kathryn S. ‘Kathy’ Lewis

1964-2026 LISBON — Kathryn S. “Kathy” Lewis, 62, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 with her loving family by her side. Kathy was born April 21, 1964 in East Liverpool, a daughter of Gerald E. Kidder and the late Wanda (Bragg) Kidder. A 1982 graduate of Southern Local High School, Kathy had worked as a waitress at the former Heck’s restaurant in Columbiana, the Morning Journal Newspaper, the former Carriage Hill Foods in Salem, and as an Independent Home Health Care Aide until she retired. Kathy also loved animals and enjoyed volunteering for Angels for ...

Cynthia K. Robb

1960-2026 EAST PALESTINE — Cynthia K. Robb, 65, died July 14, 2026, at the St. Elizabeth Health Center in Boardman. Cindy was born October 6, 1960, in Youngstown, daughter of Eugene Robb and Mary (May) Jackson. Linsley-Royal Funeral Home in East Palestine is in charge of arrangements. 7/16/26

Marlene A. Shaffer

1949-2026 SALEM — Marlene A. Shaffer, 76, formerly of Rogers, died on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at the Salem Regional Medical Center. Marlene was born October 24, 1949 in East Liverpool, Ohio, a daughter of her late Wayne and Vera (Davner) Dillon. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the Eells-Leggett-Stauffer Funeral Home. 7/16/26