SHSAA will introduce four new scholarships at this year’s ceremony. Tom Kornbau, SHS Class of 1970, has endowed two: Graduating seniors from the SHS Class of 2025 will be honored as they receive their scholarships, and Salem graduates pursuing postsecondary studies who have previously received scholarships will be acknowledged. Classmates from the SHS Class of […]
SHSAA will introduce four new scholarships at this year’s ceremony. Tom Kornbau, SHS Class of 1970, has endowed two:
Graduating seniors from the SHS Class of 2025 will be honored as they receive their scholarships, and Salem graduates pursuing postsecondary studies who have previously received scholarships will be acknowledged. Classmates from the SHS Class of 1975, celebrating 50 years since graduation, are invited to attend and will be introduced and recognized during the program. The SHSAA Annual Meeting and Scholarship Award Ceremony will begin at 6 p.m. in the SHS auditorium, followed by an SHSAA Open House in the cafeteria.
Janet Schuster Cummings, SHS Class of 1965, has endowed the Rudy Schuster Memorial Scholarship in memory of her father, awarded to students enrolling in a bachelor’s program who demonstrate how their experiences, personal influences, and aspirations have shaped their educational path. Additionally, the George Ansley Mitchell Memorial Engineering Scholarship has been created for students with financial need pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering by Carolynn “Lynn” Mitchell in memory of her husband, George.
Zamarelli is well known in the Salem community for his computer business and extensive volunteer service. A 1982 graduate of Salem Senior High School, he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Youngstown State University in 1986. He majored in management with minors in accounting, marketing, and computer technology. In 1987, he established the Salem Computer Center, a full-service computer sales and service business. He recently sold the company to his son-in-law, senior employee
Since 1992, he has been married to his wife, Glory. They have two daughters, Taylor Zamarelli Cappa, SHS Class of 2013, and Brittany Zamarelli Maniscalco, SHS Class of 2016, and one granddaughter, Francesca “Frankie” Maniscalco.
Frank Zamarelli
Anthony Cappa, and his daughter, Taylor Zamarelli Cappa.
— The Thomas and Mildred Lohri Kornbau Engineering Scholarship, for postsecondary students who have completed at least two years at an accredited college or university and have been accepted into an engineering program leading to a bachelor’s degree or higher.
All are encouraged to attend the ceremony and the SHSAA Open House reception that follows. The event will provide an opportunity for alumni and guests to congratulate students and Zamarelli. No tickets are required, as the program and reception are fully funded by alumni and community patrons.
— The Ernest and Lois Hill Kornbau STEM Scholarship, for students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.
Raised in a family deeply involved in the community, Zamarelli became active in church, school, and local events at an early age. As an adult, he has used his skills and expertise to support numerous organizations, offering leadership in board governance, management, marketing, and technology.
Organizations that have benefited from Zamarelli’s contributions include the Rotary Club of Salem, the Salem Rotary Foundation, the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce, the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the Hope Cemetery Association, the Grandview Cemetery Association, the First Presbyterian Church Pre-School, A.I.D., Salem Community Theater, Salem Renaissance, Salem Community Center, the Salem Italian American Club Education Fund, St. Paul Home and School Association, St. Paul School Foundation, Salem High School Alumni Association, SHS Choir Boosters, and the Kent State – Salem Business Advisory Board.
SALEM — Local businessman and community advocate Frank A. Zamarelli Jr. has been chosen as the 2025 Salem High School Alumni Association (SHSAA) Honored Alumnus. The alumni association will recognize Zamarelli during its 144th Annual Meeting and Scholarship Award Ceremony on Saturday, April 26, in the SHS auditorium.
Zamarelli also works with Salem City Schools as the SHS Auditorium Manager and serves as a sports announcer and scorekeeper for Quaker football, girls and boys basketball, wrestling, and volleyball. He volunteers weekly at St. Paul Church as a member of the video streaming team.
