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03/27/2026

Marie E. Plant

NILES – Marie Elena (Grimes) Plant passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 24, 2026, in her home.

She was born in Warren to the late Leslie Eugene Grimes and Amelia (Carl) Grimes on October 15, 1967. Marie was a 1986 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and married Joseph Byran Plant on November 19, 1994. Together they have two sons Jonah and Trevor Plant.

Marie worked at Macali’s Giant Eagle in Niles for over fourteen years as a meat wrapper prior to leaving 2021 due to her cancer diagnosis. She was a faithful and dedicated saint at Evening Light Apostolic Church where she taught Sunday School, Children’s Church, and led the Ladies Prayer Group. Marie loved the Lord, her family, and people in general.

She is survived by her husband Joseph Plant, her sons Jonah Plant of Niles and Trevor (Kaitlyn) Plant of Girard; her siblings Leslie Grimes of Warren, Wayne (Karen) Grimes of Niles, and Paul (Sue) Grimes of Boardman, as well as by many nieces and nephews.

Enjoy life and never get too old to jump in puddles, dance in the rain, swing on a swing, be silly, and love people. Life is too short for grudges.

A Celebration of Life service in her honor is being planned to be held at Evening Light Apostolic Church at a future date.

Arrangements by the Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home at 555 East State Street in Sharon, PA.

Friends are invited to share memories and condolences with the Marie's family by visiting www.sampleodonnellfh.com .

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03/27/2026

Richard F. Kish

JACKSON CENTER, PA-Richard F. Kish, 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Richard was born on October 3, 1932, and lived a long and dedicated life marked by service to his country, his community, and his family. Richard proudly served in the United States Navy from January 1951 to November 1954 during the Korean War, where he was stationed aboard the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. His time in the military reflected his deep sense of duty and patriotism.

Following his military service, Richard continued his commitment to public service by joining the Youngstown Police Department in 1960. Over the course of his distinguished career, he served the community with integrity and dedication until his retirement in 1985.

Richard was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara (Matyas) Kish, who passed away in 2019. Together, they shared 62 years of marriage, a deep love of animals, and owned and operated two businesses, Briarhaven Kennels and Laki Cattery.

He is survived by his three children: Richard (Elaine) Kish, Rachelle Kershner, and Robert Kish. He also leaves behind two granddaughters, Heather (Rich) Swincicki and Melissa (Shawn) Rentz. Richard was blessed with six great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter, all of whom brought him great pride and joy.

Richard will be remembered for his quiet strength, unwavering dedication, and deep love for his family. His legacy of service and kindness will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

The family will hold a private memorial ceremony to honor Richard’s life at a later date. They appreciate the support, prayers, and understanding of friends and loved ones during this time as they gather to remember him in a more personal setting.

Arrangements provided by Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home 555 East State Street Sharon, PA 16146.

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03/19/2026

Wilda G. Womer

MIAMI SHORES-Wilda Grace Womer was born February 25, 1927 in Sharon, Pennsylvania the daughter of Norman F. Womer and Ethel Colton Womer. Miss Womer graduated from Brookfield High School in Brookfield, OH, Youngstown State University and earned an MBA in the Executive MBA program at the University of Pittsburgh.Miss Womer was employed for over 39 years by the former Sharon Steel Corporation and NVF Company, relocating to their Florida offices in 1984. A retired CPA, she continued memberships in the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, American Women's Society of CPA's, Florida Institute of CPA's, and Ohio Society of CPA's.A life-long member of the Presbyterian Church, originally at First Presbyterian Church of Sharon, Pennsylvania and subsequently transferring to Miami Shores Presbyterian Church in 1985, Miss Womer has served the churches as a Trustee, an ordained Elder, volunteer Business Manager at MSPC, and enjoyed singing in the senior church choirs.Miss Womer was blessed with a loving and caring family, including her parents, Norman and Ethel, brother Ted, sister Doris, two nieces, three nephews, their children and grandchildren. For many years, she raised and showed prize-winning Shetland ponies. She also enjoyed visiting with many long-time friends, cooking and gardening.Interment will be at a private service in Hillcrest Memorial Park, Hermitage, Pennsylvania with her family. Memorial gifts can be made to the Presbyterian Church in your location or charity of choice.

Arrangements provided by Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home 555 East State Street Sharon, Pennsylvania 16146.

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03/06/2026

Edward "Ed" McCullough

Edward (Ed) McCullough, 87, formerly of Sharon, PA, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, December 26, 2025, at Traditions of Hershey in Palmyra, PA.

Ed was born on March 9, 1938, in Washington, PA. He was the son of Albin Clyde McCullough and Margaret (Zilke) McCullough of Claysville, PA. A 1956 graduate of Claysville High School, he went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in biology and social studies from Slippery Rock State College in 1961.

Professionally, Ed spent a year teaching at Neshannock High School and then spent the next 30 years as a biology and human physiology educator at Brookfield High School in Brookfield, OH. His career as an educator was highlighted by his selection as a National Institutes of Health Centennial Teacher in 1987 and as a nominee for the Presidential Awards for Excellence.

Additionally, Ed was an accomplished and lifelong swimmer who began competing at Slippery Rock State College, where he quickly rose to become captain of the swim team during his senior year. Following graduation, he devoted himself to the sport both as a competitor and as an official, officiating scholastic and collegiate swim meets for 47 years.

His aquatic achievements earned him induction into the Mercer County Hall of Fame in 2004 and the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 2005. Over decades of Masters swimming competition, Ed set numerous state and national records and won multiple state and national championships across several age groups. During the 1980s, he was honored as a member of the AAU National Top Ten Team, recognizing swimmers who posted the nation’s best times.

Even in his later years, Ed continued to compete at the highest levels. He earned multiple gold medals at both the Ohio State Bicentennial Senior Olympics and the Keystone State Games, where he also established age-group records — a testament to his lifelong dedication, discipline, and love of the sport.

Ed was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Barbara (Kweder) McCullough, whom he married on June 24, 1961, and who passed away on October 15, 2025. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and John McCullough, and his sister, Jean (McCullough) Strott.

Ed is survived by his son, Kevin McCullough (Jody) of Hummelstown, PA, and his daughter, Kimberly McCullough of Virginia Beach, VA, his twin brother, Ernie McCullough (Nila) of Ohio, and his cat Boots. The family is grateful to the Cooks for adopting Boots into their home.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 555 East State Street, Sharon, PA. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Dr. Glenn Hink officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Buhl Club, where Ed volunteered as a lifeguard for more than two decades.

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03/02/2026

Roy M. Mattson

HERMITAGE-Mr. Roy Melvin Mattson of Hermitage, PA Thursday February 26, 2026. He was 81 years old. Roy was a happy and caring person who will be greatly missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins, and neighbors.

Mr. Mattson was born February 06, 1945 in Sharon, Pennsylvania to Lily E and Thore A Mattson.

He was a 1963 graduate of Hickory High School. Mr. Mattson worked at Packard Electric in Warren, Ohio until his retirement in 1996. He volunteered at Meals on Wheels for over 20 years. Roy was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Hermitage.

Roy is survived by a sister-in-law, Suzann Mattson, 6 nieces and nephews and 8 great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and 3 brothers, Robert, Carl, and Bernard Mattson.

The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM to Noon. on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home, 555 East State Street, Sharon, PA. A memorial service will follow at 12:00 PM.

Memorial contributions may be made to Shenango Valley Meals on Wheels, Hermitage, PA.

Friends are invited to share memories and condolences with Roy's family by visiting www.sampleodonnellfh.com.

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01/07/2026

Nathan O. Marshall

SHARON-Nathan O. Marshall of Sharon, PA passed away peacefully on Wed., December 31, 2025, at 7:06 pm after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was 71.

Nathan was the second son born to the union of Emmanuel and Betty Marshall on October 21, 1954. He is survived by his mother, Betty Marshall, Farrell, PA; his children Heidi (James) Drummond, Laurel, MS; Ean M. (Toni) Weidner, New Castle, PA; Tina M. Norris, Farrell, PA; Nathan O. Hill, Tujunga, CA; and Jason A. (CaLette) Marshall, Farrell, PA; siblings, Benita J. Harris (Bo), Rock Hill, SC; Emmanuel B. Marshall, Jr.,Harrisburg, PA; Michael S. Marshall, Sr., Farrell, PA; Elthea Marshall, Dallas, TX; Elaina Marshall Ivery, Warren, OH; and Erica I. Holt, Dallas, TX; 28 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, and special friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Emmanuel B. Marshall, Sr.

After serving in the U.S. Marine Corp, Mr. Marshall worked in the construction industry, owned and operated Marshall’s Landscaping Service, and for many years, until his health declined, managed his own salvage business (2nd generation owner).

Nathan was a multi-sport phenom. He played baseball, basketball, and football. However, football was his #1 love. He was called the “Sophomore Sensation” in high school and went on to play with the Youngstown Hardhats Semi-Pro Football Team. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler Fan. Nathan also enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a fierce and loyal supporter of his family and friends. He will forever be known for his many unique Nathanisms, like “you know what I mean”, “and such and such”.

Nathan will be heartfully missed by his family and friends.

A Memorial Service in his honor will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, beginning at 11:00 AM, at Friendship Baptist Church 339 Spearman Avenue, Farrell, Pennsylvania 16121, where family and friends may pay their respects from 10:00-11:00 AM.

Arrangements entrusted to the Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home at 555 East State Street in Sharon, Pennsylvania.

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12/31/2025

Nancy "Nan" Fahnline Warren

NEW WILMINGTON – Nancy Fahnline Warren, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 95 in her residence at Shenango on the Green in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania on Friday December 19, 2025. Since 2011 she resided there and was an active volunteer and treasurer of the resident’s association.

Nan was born in Sharon, PA on 29 July 1930, the daughter of John Fahnline Jr. and Helene Stewart Fahnline. She traveled extensively throughout the world. In 1932 at the age of just eighteen months she and her parents took a cruise around the world. At that time, she was the youngest American baby to cruise the world.

She was an alumnus of Sharon High School 1948 and of Hood College in Frederick, Maryland 1952.

Nancy and James Forsythe Warren married on 1 February 1964. He passed away on 12 January 2010.

Nan was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Sharon, where she served as a Deacon. She had previously been a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Washington, PA where she had served as an officer and volunteer.

Nan was an active member of the National Society Daughter of the American Revolution. Her memberships included the Pymatuning Chapter where she served as Treasurer and the Valley Forge Chapter where she served two terms as Regent. She served at the state level as the State Corresponding Secretary and the chair of various state committees. At the national level, she was Chair of the Tellers Committee for two administrations. She served thirty years on the national committee, as National Vice Chair of Constitution Week Committee, Bicentennial of Constitution Committee, Vice Chair of DAR Patriot Index Committee, Advisor to the DAR Insignia Committee, President of the Philadelphia Regents’ Club, President of the North West District Regents’ Club Pennsylvania State Society DAR. In addition, Nan was a member of Penn’s Grant Chapter of the Colonial Dames CXVII of America and The College Club of Sharon.

Nan was a Life Member of the following historical societies: Historical Society of Fort Washington, PA, Montgomery County Historical Society, Mercer County Historical Society, Hermitage and Sharon Historical Societies. In 2010, she and her husband were honored with the Historical Society of Fort Washington Heritage Award for service to the organization.

Devoted to Westie dogs, Nan had nine Westies over thirty years. She was a member of the William Penn West Highland Terrier Club where she held various offices, and a twenty-five-year member of the West Highland White Terrier Club of America.

Surviving are her brother Donald E. Fahnline of Altoona, PA, niece Kathryn A. Fahnline McGuiness, nephews John B. Fahnline, Richard A. Fahnline, and D. Edward Fahnline; grandnieces Mariel and Liesel McGuiness, Madelyn, Anjali, Maya, and Jyoti Fahnline, grandnephew Camden Fahnline; step-granddaughters Colleen Farmer Polk and Sandra Farmer Reyher.

Preceding Nan in death were her brothers Richard H. Fahnline and George R. Fahnline, stepdaughter Barbara Warren Farmer, sisters in-law Elizabeth Anne Fahnline and Ann Hoffman Fahnline.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00AM on Monday January 5, 2026, in the First Presbyterian Church of Sharon. A reception will follow the service.

A private burial will take place at the Fahnline Family plot at Oakwood Cemetery in Sharon.

Arrangements by the Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home at 555 East State Street in Sharon, PA.

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12/31/2025

Richard L. Shipton III

SHARON – Richard L. Shipton III, passed away unexpectedly on Friday morning December 26, 2025 in Sharon Regional Medical Center.

He was born in Youngstown, OH on October 26, 1949, the son of the late Richard L. Shipton Sr. and Bonnie (Pickens) Shipton.

Richard enlisted in the Navy in August of 1969 and served until May of 1971. He received an Honorable Discharge having attained the rank of E3 serving as a Damage Control Fireman.

He was employed as a truck driver prior to his retirement.

Surviving are his daughters Kimberly Shipton of Lakeland, FL and Jennette Shipton of Youngstown, OH, along with his 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren as well as his longtime companion Bonnie Blough of Sharon, PA.

He was preceded in death by his wife the former Donna Mae Allan and by his parents.

Arrangements by the Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home at 555 East State Street in Sharon, Pennsylvania.

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12/03/2025

David W. McMath

SHARPSVILLE-David W. McMath, 67, of Sharpsville, Pennsylvania passed away at 6:54PM on the evening of November 27, 2025 at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle, Pennsylvania.

Per his request, private arrangements are being handled by Sample-O’Donnell Funeral Home 555 East State Street Sharon, Pennsylvania.

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11/11/2025

10/13/2025

Gregg S. Smith

HERMITAGE – Gregg S. Smith, of Sharpsville, PA passed away unexpectedly on Saturday evening October 11, 2025 in his residence. He was sixty-eight years old.

Gregg was born in Sharon, PA on May 21, 1957, to Leonard Russel and Faye Aldine (Strouse) Smith.

He was an alumnus of Hickory High School Class of 1975 and was currently working as the Director of Safety and Compliance for Phantom Fireworks.

Gregg married the former Valerie D. Wolfe on October 27, 1979, she survives at home.

In addition to his wife, Gregg is survived by his sons Andrew Smith and Alex (Katrina) Smith; his grandson Kaden Smith all of Sharpsville; his uncle and aunt Roger and Elma Strouse of Fowler, OH; and by his nieces and nephews A.J., Brad, Jenna, Maria, Alyce, Tonya, Bryan, Matthew, Trent, ad Craig.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Debra Smith-Odasso.

Calling hours will be on Thursday from 4-7:00PM and at the Sample- O'Donnell Funeral Home at 555 East State Street in Sharon, PA. A funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Friday October 17, 2025 beginning at 11:00AM. Friends may also visit with the family beginning at 10:00AM until the start of the service on Friday.

Donations in his honor may be made to Shenango Valley Animal Shelter or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Friends are invited to share their memories and condolences with Gregg’s family by visiting www.sampleodonnellfh.com.

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09/26/2025

Robert "Bob" R. David

AUSTINTOWN– Robert “Bob” R. David, age 73, of Austintown, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in St. Elizabeth Youngstown.

Bob was born in Youngstown on December 2, 1951, the son of Andrew and Mary (Kotchin) David. He was a graduate of Wilson High School and would spend the next forty years working in various capacities for RMI Titanium in Niles before his well-deserved retirement in 2017.

He enjoyed playing golf and was a member of a local golf league. Bob was a talented guitar player and relished being with his friends. He loved his mustang and cruising around with Deb enjoying the sunshine.

He is survived by his longtime companion Debbie Jenkins of Austintown, his son Sean David of Cornersburg, and his brother Lawrence David of Youngstown.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Linda David.

Friends may visit with his family on Friday October 3, 2025 from 4:00-6:00PM at the Vaschak-Kirila Funeral Home 3100 Canfield Road Youngstown, OH 44511.

Arrangements by Sample-O'Donnell Funeral Home in Sharon, PA.

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