Obituaries
Richard J. Coradini
Oct 21, 2026
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP – Richard J. Coradini, affectionately known as Rick and uncle Ricky, passed away on October 21, 2026.
Rick was born on July 2, 1969, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Richard Coradini and the former Josephine “Ginger” Perry.
He was a 1987 graduate of Girard High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Youngstown State University.
Rick was...
Michelena Fata
Sep 11, 2026
CANFIELD -- Michelena "Mickey" Fata, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the age of 90. Michelena was born on February 8, 1936 in Youngstown, the daughter of Natale and Carmel (LaCivita) Fata. She attended Sacred Heart School and went on to Ursuline High School, graduating in 1954. She earned excellent grades throughout her education...
Rosemarie Coletta
Oct 18, 2026
COLUMBUS - Rosemarie Coletta passed away on October 18, 2026, at the age of 82.Rose was born on July 18, 1944, in Youngstown.Rose, a familiar face at Woodside Hospital, where she took care of their housekeeping. She inspired those who knew her with her unwavering passion for crafts, particularly knitting and crocheting.Rose also enjoyed bowling. Above all, Rose had a...
Paul A. Hollis
Oct 17, 2026
POLAND - Paul Alan Hollis, 78, passed away on October 17, 2026, leaving behind a family who will deeply miss his laughter, generosity, and unmistakable sense of humor.
Born on May 29, 1948, to Harold and Jean Hollis,
Paul served his country in the United States Navy as a Signalman during the Vietnam war and was a member of American...
Robin Wesley Parks
Oct 16, 2026
CANFIELD - With profound love and heartfelt sorrow, we remember Robin W. Parks, age 69, who passed away peacefully at his home on October 16, 2026.
Home was Robin's cherished sanctuary, his place of comfort and peace where life's simplest moments often meant the most. Though his passing leaves an immeasurable emptiness in the hearts of those who loved him,...
Robert William Joshua
Oct 15, 2026
BOARDMAN — Robert William Joshua, 62, died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.
He was born March 9, 1964, in Youngstown, the only child of his loving parents.
His father tragically died at the age of 26 in 1971 while defending a friend at a local West Side establishment. Following this devastating loss, young Robert and his mother courageously...
Eric A. Hogan
Oct 14, 2026
AUSTINTOWN - Eric A. Hogan "Hoagie", departed this world peacefully from his home on October 14, 2026, at the age of 60. Eric was born September 18, 1966 in Pittsburgh, PA, a son of the late Raymond and Linda Kern Hogan; grandson of the late Carl and Helen (Swink) Kern.
After serving honorably in the United States Army from November...
Pat Koontz
Oct 11, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO - Patrick Joseph Koontz, 73, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 11, 2026, following a courageous three-year battle with leukemia. Pat was born on May 31, 1953, in Youngstown, Ohio, the second-oldest son of the late Albert and Delores (Grady) Koontz. A lifelong resident of the Youngstown area, he graduated from Chaney High School in 1971.
Affectionately...
William Robert Jordan
Oct 10, 2026
Boardman –William Robert Jordan, 81 of Boardman passed away peacefully on October 10, 2026, in the loving care of Hospice House in Poland. Bill was born on May 25, 1945, in Salem, Ohio and is the son of the late William P. and Ruth (Gregory) Jordan. He was a 1963 graduate of East Palestine High School and received his bachelor’s...
Mary Ann Rezek
Oct 9, 2026
NORTH JACKSON - Mary Ann Rezek, 91, died Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, at Antonine Village.
She was born on July 26, 1935, in Erie, Pa., and grew up on the North Side of Youngstown.
She attended St. Edward Elementary School and Ursuline High School.
On June 6, 1959, Mary Ann married Richard Rezek Sr. Together, they settled in Boardman, where...
James Edward Fortnat
Oct 9, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - James Edward Fortnat, 89, died peacefully on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, at his home.
Jim was born on May 17, 1937, in Youngstown, a son of John "Jack" Fortnat and the former Jesse M. Clemens.
He was a graduate of Austintown Fitch High School in 1954 and went on to dedicate his career to plumbing, serving as a...
Julianne "Boo Boo" Dudash
Oct 5, 2026
CANFIELD - Julianne "Boo Boo" Dudash, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on October 5, 2026.
She was born on July 17, 1963, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Julius and Julia Eszenyi Tofil.
From the day she was born, Julianne was special: the baby of the family arriving six months after her Dad's passing. She was nicknamed "Boo...
John M. Stacey
Oct 4, 2026
WARREN - John M. Stacey, departed this life on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at the age of 64.
Born on January 1, 1962, in Youngstown, John was the son of the late John Michael Benyo Stacey and Leora Jean Lindsay Stacey.
John was a graduate of Canfield High School. He served his country in the National Guard and Army. He dedicated his...
Blaine Roland Long
Sep 29, 2026
AUSTINTOWN - Blaine Roland Long, age 93, passed away Tuesday, September 29th at Continuing Healthcare of Boardman.
He was born April 27, 1933, in Friedens, PA, to the late Daniel and Faye (Smith) Long.
After graduating from high school, he was drafted into the Navy in 1951 and later discharged in 1955. He worked on the assembly line at General Motors for...
George B. Briel
Sep 26, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - George Briel, 96, died peacefully Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Hospice House, surrounded by his family.
George was born at home August 21, 1930, in Youngstown, the son of the late William and Bertha Reuter Briel.
He was a graduate of Chaney High School, Class of January 1949.
After high school, he was drafted into the United States...
Joseph A Blazak
Sep 22, 2026
Joseph Anthony Blazak, 67, passed away unexpectedly on the evening of September 22, 2026. Joe was born June 3rd, 1959, in Sharon, PA, son of the late Joseph Blazak and Harriet Edwards Blazak. He was raised in Hubbard, OH and graduated from Hubbard High School in 1977. Upon graduating, Joe entered the police academy, then began his career as a...
Robert "Robbie" M. Kauffman
Sep 20, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Robert "Robbie" Kauffman, 72, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital with his loving family by his side.
Robbie was born July 28, 1954, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Robert and Dorothy Dustman Kauffman.
Robbie was loved by his family and so many friends. He was affectionately known as the "Mayor of Youngstown" by...
Frances Cappelli
Sep 18, 2026
Frances Christine Yonnotti Cappelli of Boardman passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family. Frances was born September 29,1932, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Michael and Florence Yonnotti. She was the youngest of 6 siblings that stayed close in each other's lives.
She graduated from South High School in 1950 and also worked at their family...
Lawrence Richard Kurtz
Sep 16, 2026
Lawrence Richard Kurtz, 74, went to his eternal home on September 16, 2026. Born on January 2, 1952, in Norvelt, Pennsylvania, Larry was the son of the late Joseph Martin Kurtz II and Jeanne (Malnofski) Kurtz. He spent his early years in Pennsylvania before moving to Ohio to be with his family. Larry was a graduate of Mount Pleasant High...
Joseph A. Skarote
Sep 16, 2026
STRUTHERS -- Joseph A. Skarote, 81, died peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, at his home with his family by his side.
Joe was born on March 20, 1945, in Youngstown, a son of Henry and Minnie Vivo Skarote.
He was a 1964 graduate of South High School and earned his bachelor's degree in business from Youngstown State University.
Joe was a United...
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