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LAKE MILTON -- Samuel Edward Bartholomew, 76, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, at his home.
He was born Oct. 5, 1949, in Warren, a son of the late Samuel E. Sr. and Esther Hillier Bartholomew. He married the late Marilyn Opalenik Bartholomew on June 4, 1988.
He was a graduate of Champion High School and was employed as a finisher at Thomas Steel for 33 years. He also volunteered for over 30 years at the Craig Beach Fire Department.
Samuel was a member of A & A Hunting and Shooting Club, Lake Milton Fish and Game, Vienna Gun Club, Mosquito Bowmen, Eagles Club as well as the JC Club. Sam enjoyed the outdoors, playing pool, trap shooting, and watching Harding football and the Cleveland Indians and Browns. He also played on the North Park Baptist softball team.
He is survived by his stepson, George Meleski of Lake Milton; adopted child, Jamie (Catherine) Rodgers of Lordstown; grandchildren, Ryan Meleski, Ayla Smith and Marissa Youngwolf; and cousins, Diana (Erich) Luketic of Leavittsburg and Robert "Chief" Bartholomew of Johnston.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn J. Bartholomew, as well as his parents.
A funeral service will be held at noon Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, at the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. until service time on Friday at the funeral home.
Burial will take place in Jackson Township Cemetery.
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