Obituaries
Susan Marie Valasek
Dec 28, 2025
NORTH JACKSON - Susan Marie Valasek, 74, of North Jackson, Ohio passed away on December 28th from complications of Breast Cancer.
She was born on March 15th 1951, to Theodore and Veronica ( Kahat )Valasek in Ford City, PA.
The family moved to North Jackson, Ohio in her early years. She graduated from Ursuline High School in 1969....
James Edward Ramm
Dec 19, 2025
BOARDMAN - James Edward Ramm, 91, died peacefully on December 19, 2025, at Briarfield Place.
He was born on January 5, 1934, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Greg and Rosemary (Carroll) Ramm.
James was a 1952 graduate of Ursuline High School. He proudly graduated from The University of Notre Dame in 1956, where he earned a football scholarship and developed a...
James F. Morrison
Jan 6, 2026
POLAND — James F. Morrison died Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, at the age of 82.
He was born Sept. 26, 1943, in White Hills, Kentucky, a son of Scott Morrison and the former Gladys Hastings.
James served his country in the United States Air Force. After his service, he dedicated over 35 years to the railroad industry working as a pipefitter for...
Dolores Stebelton
Jan 3, 2026
Helen Dolores Stebelton, 93, of Poland, passed away on January 3, 2026 at Shepherd of the Valley in Liberty.
Dolores, which was what she went by for her entire life, was born September 16, 1932 in New Kensington, Pennsylvania to the late Kenneth Bryan Sr. and Helen (Schoentag) Bryan.
She was a 1950 graduate of Springfield High School where she was a...
Phillip Kurek
Jan 3, 2026
Phillip Kurek, age 72, passed away early Saturday morning, January 3, 2026. He had been medically fragile for over nine years. He truly loved life and every day was a blessing to him.
Phillip was born August 1, 1953, the fourth of eight children, to John C. and Frances (Schlosser) Kurek.
Although Phillip was developmentally disabled, he was a loving and happy...
Robert James Metz
Jan 1, 2026
POLAND - Robert James Metz, age 74 of Poland, Ohio passed away on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Born on July 18, 1951 in Youngstown, Robert was the son of the late James Lauren and Marnie Neoma (Overhoff) Metz.
Robert "Bob" was an extraordinary person who lived his life with humor and love. There wasn't a person that Bob wouldn't help. His level-headed,...
John T. Moore
Jan 1, 2026
BOARDMAN — John T. Moore died on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, at the age of 96.
He was born Sept. 1, 1929, in Wheeling, W.Va., a son of the late William S. Moore and the former Maude M. Groves.
John was proud to serve his nation as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War. After his service, he...
Rosalind Viola
Jan 1, 2026
NILES - Rosalind Viola, died on January 1, 2026, at the age of 88.She was born on December 21, 1937, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Anthony Larocca and Rose Cefalo.Rosalind worked as an office manager at a doctor's office for 30 years. Additionally, she owned Between Friends Boutique for five years.Rosalind married Nicholas Viola on June 27,...
Donald H. Keener Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
NORTH JACKSON - Donald H. Keener Jr., 67, passed away on December 31, 2025.
Born on December 14, 1958, in Youngstown.
Donald was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and grandfather. Donald worked tirelessly as a laborer in the automotive industry for General Motors for 25 years. In his leisure time, Donald found joy in the simple beauty of coin...
Charles Willis Masters
Dec 31, 2025
LAKE MILTON - Charles Willis Masters passed away on December 31, 2025, after suffering a stroke. Through his generous donations to Lifebanc on January 1, 2026, he gave the gift of life once more. Ever the overachiever, in true Charlie fashion, he managed to make his mark twice when most of us only get one chance.
He was born January 19th,1952,...
Horace Alfred Martin
Dec 27, 2025
NEW SPRINGFIELD - Horace Alfred Martin, passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 67.
He was born on February 9, 1958, in Ashtabula, Ohio, a son of Howard Martin and Hester Imojean Wiley.
Horace worked as a concessionaire for Gaskill Concessions.
Horace had a passion for the great outdoors. He found joy in hunting and had a talent for carving...
Bonita Jeanne Smiley
Dec 26, 2025
CANFIELD - Bonita Jeanne Smiley passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at Mercy Health Youngstown after a brief illness.Bonita, affectionately known as Bonnie was born on September 14, 1949, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of D. Donald Smiley and Marjorie R. (Kerlin) Smiley.Bonnie was a graduate of Boardman High School. She worked for many years at Youngstown State University...
Donald M. Morgan Jr.
Dec 26, 2025
AUSTINTOWN — Donald Martin Morgan Jr., lovingly known as “Duck,” died Friday, Dec. 26, 2025.
He was born June 25, 1951, in New Castle, Pa., a son of Donald Martin Morgan Sr. and the former Doreen Jones.
A 1969 graduate of Union High School, Donald continued his education at Edinboro University as an art major. He spent his career as a truss...
Christian Ronald Harris
Dec 24, 2025
POLAND - Christian Ronald Harris, passed away on December 24, 2025.
He was born on April 26, 1995, in Youngstown, Ohio.
Christian was a graduate of Boardman High School, class of 2014. Following his education, he began working as a machinist at Trivium.
Christian enjoyed nature, hiking, and exploring locations such as Redwood National Park and Santa Cruz in California. He was a...
John E. Hughes
Dec 23, 2025
John Hughes passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2025, surrounded by his family at St. Joe's Hospital in Warren.
John was born June 6, 1950, in Strawberry, Arkansas, where he was raised by his loving grandparents, Mildred and Tolah Mize. He graduated from Chaney High School in 1968.
In 1970, John began his lifetime commitment to public service when he became an...
Thomas P. Donadee
Dec 22, 2025
Youngstown- Thomas P. Donadee, 61, passed away Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Tom was born in Youngstown, Ohio, to Frank and Janet Donadee. He was a 1982 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. Following graduation, Tom proudly served in the National Guard, completing basic training at Fort McClellan in Alabama. He went...
Nancy L. Ryan
Dec 22, 2025
CANFIELD - Nancy L. Ryan, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at the age of 91.
She was born on March 27, 1934, in Cincinnati, Ohio, a daughter of John Vincent TenBieg and the former Marie Gertrude Terwest.
Nancy graduated from Mount Notre Dame High School in Cincinnati in 1952 and received her Bachelors Degree in Art from Cardinal Stritch University...
Rebecca L. Haynes
Dec 21, 2025
BOARDMAN - Rebecca L. Haynes, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at the age of 83, after a long battle with COPD.
Born on August 5, 1942, in Glasgow, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Harry and Louise Fisher(step mother).
She dedicated her life to her family and with such love and care from her...
Teresa Stryffeler
Dec 21, 2025
Mary Teresa Stryffeler, 92, of Austintown, passed away on December 21, 2025, with her husband of 69 years, Dave, at her side. She was born on May 24, 1933, in Youngstown to Irish immigrants Edward J. Murphy and Margaret (McGinty) Murphy.
Teresa was raised in the Catholic faith at St. Dominic’s Church where she also attended elementary school. She was a...
Victor M. Caggiano
Dec 21, 2025
CANFIELD - Victor M. Caggiano, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on December 21, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born on January 16, 1943, in Bessemer, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Victor P. and Theresa Crnavich Caggiano.
Vic's skill as a carpenter was unparalleled; he expertly designed countless kitchen remodels and bathrooms and was responsible...
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