Obituaries
Frank A. Micchia Jr.
May 9, 2024
Frank A Micchia Jr passed away peacefully at his home on 5/9/24 due to injuries sustained from a fall. People will remember him for his many accomplishments. Being a very gifted individual, he was a master of all trades. He was an artist who saw beauty and brought it to being, a photographer to capture life, and an avid gardener...
Catherine C. Pearce
May 6, 2024
BOARDMAN — On April 18, 1923, Catherine Cecilia Komara was born to Katherine Baytos Komara and her husband, Florian “Frank” Komara. Florian had come to America from Slovakia 11 years earlier, built a house two doors down from his sister, Flavia “Florence” and her husband, Michael Hovanes, who sponsored the younger man. Catherine Cecilia was the third of eight children...
Gloria M Dobrindt
May 5, 2024
AUSTINTOWN — Gloria M. Dobrindt, 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, Sunday, May 5, 2024.
Gloria was born April 6, 1931, in Youngstown, the daughter of Joseph and Antonetta DeLuce Duva.
Gloria married Donald E. Dobrindt on April 8, 1988. She embraced a very special relationship with his four children, then became a very loving and proud grandmother and...
Donald S. Kinnick
May 5, 2024
AUSTINTOWN - Donald S. Kinnick, 81, died Sunday, May 5, 2024 at home.Donald was born Dec. 25, 1942, in Youngstown, the son of George Sr. and Mary Malaskanic Kinnick. He was a 1960 graduate of Ursuline High School and graduated from the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. Donald worked several years at Schellhaas Funeral Home in Pittsburgh. Later, he worked for Bliss...
Judith Ann Pierog
May 4, 2024
POLAND — Judith “Judy” Adamczyk Pierog passed away peacefully, Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Hospice House.
The eldest daughter of Theodore and Dorothy Strawhecker Adamczyk, she was born Sept. 3, 1946, in New Castle, Pa.
She attended several schools in the U.S. and overseas, being a “military brat.” (Her father was in the USAF.) She graduated from Itazuke High School in Japan...
C. Edwin Benson
May 2, 2024
KENT - C. Edwin Benson, 92, died at Kent Ridge Assisted Living on May 2, 2024.
Ed was born on July 10, 1931, in Meadville, PA., the son of Carl and Anna Benson.
Ed graduated from Meadville High School in 1949, lettered in three sports, and was a member of The National Honor Society. He then pursued his higher education at Allegheny College...
Karen C. Blanchard
May 2, 2024
CANFIELD - Karen C. Blanchard, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and, passed away on May 2, 2024 at Austintown Healthcare Center. She was born on July 6, 1956, in McKeesport, PA, the daughter of John R. Ross and Sally J. Pennington.After Karen received a Bachelor's of Science degree from Illinois State University in 1991, she went on to dedicate her life...
Jesse Adam Keator
May 1, 2024
Obituary:Jesse Adam Keator, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on May 1, 2024, in a tragic automobile accident. He was born on April 12, 2003, in Youngstown, Ohio.Throughout his life, Jesse showed dedication and passion in all his endeavors. He drove a bus for Kent State University and was pursuing his dream of becoming a teacher. Jesse was...
Zina A. Herrera
May 1, 2024
CANFIELD — Zina A. Herrera, 60, died peacefully, Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family.
She was born Nov. 1, 1963, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Raymond and Evelyn (Carrozzino) Dohar.
A graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School, Zina owned and operated Broad Street Diner, alongside her beloved husband, where she created everlasting relationships with people...
Daniel S. Mikus
Apr 29, 2024
PARRISH, FL - Daniel Stephen Mikus, 66, passed away April 29, 2024, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.Born October 4, 1957, in Youngstown, Daniel was the son of the late Steven Mikus and Georgina Buckles. A proud graduate of Chaney High School, he dedicated five years of service to the Marines as a Missiles Systems Operator and recruiter, earning...
Katherine Greene
Apr 29, 2024
POLAND — Katherine M. “Kathy” Greene, 68, passed away peacefully Monday, April 29, 2024, at Masternick Memorial, with her family by her side.
She was born Nov. 26, 1955, in Youngstown, a daughter of Lewis and Hilda Cripps Greene.
Kathy was a graduate of Poland Seminary High School. After graduating summa cum laude from Grove City College, Kathy embarked on a career...
John S. Venglarcik III
Apr 28, 2024
POLAND - John S. Venglarcik III, 72, passed away suddenly at his home.Born on December 22, 1951, proud of his Slovak heritage, John led a remarkable life filled with dedication to his family, profession and community.John's journey in medicine began after graduating from Struthers High School in 1970. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Kent State and Youngstown State Universities...
Karen Lee Ellis Falconi
Apr 27, 2024
Karen Lee Ellis Falconi, 69 of Andover OH, went peacefully to our Lord on April 27, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Youngstown after a long battle with Covid enhanced by Lupus. She was born on October 4, 1954, in Pittsburgh, PA, a daughter of the late, Fred and Shirley Christiansen Ellis. The family moved to Latrobe PA in 1969 and Karen...
Francis D. Imburgia Sr.
Apr 25, 2024
CANFIELD - Francis D. Imburgia Sr., 83, died April 25, 2024 at Windsor Nursing Home surrounded by his family. Born on April 15, 1941, in Monessen, PA, the son of Charles and Marie (Yannito) Imburgia. Francis graduated from Monessen High School in 1959.Francis dedicated an impressive 42 years of service as an electrician at General Motors before retiring in 2006. His...
Nancy J. Kohut D'Amico
Apr 24, 2024
Mrs. Nancy (Kohut) D’Amico born on May 13,1935 to Michael and Mary (Pawuk) Kohut passed away on April 24, 2024 at the age of 88 at her home with her family members by her side. Nancy graduated from Ursuline High School in 1953 and began working at Ohio Bell. She married Dominic D’Amico on September 17, 1955. After the birth of...
Rebecca Freeland
Apr 23, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN - Rebecca Freeland, 51, died Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Rebecca was born March 8, 1973, in Canton, the daughter of James Salensky and Barbara (Miller) Pesarchick. Rebecca had a heart of gold, both for others and for animals. She spent many years working as a volunteer for the humane society, an organization that she was...
Sylvia Evans
Apr 20, 2024
CANFIELD — Sylvia Ann Margiotta Evans departed this life, Saturday, April 20, 2024.
She was born Oct. 29, 1927, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Frank and Katherine Cannal Margiotta.
Sylvia graduated from The Rayen High School and immediately began working at Metropolitan Savings and Loan as a receptionist. While employed full-time, she attended Youngstown State University, graduated with a bachelor’s...
David Edward Moss
Apr 18, 2024
AUSTINTOWN - David Edward Moss, 63, died unexpectedly April 18, 2024 at home.
David was born November 1, 1960, in Youngstown, the son of Carl and Jane Ferree Moss.
He was a graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. David owned and operated Moss Plumbing Supplies for many years.
In his spare time, David enjoyed watching and attending both Austintown Fitch and Youngstown...
Guy "Duke" Palombaro
Apr 16, 2024
Guy "Duke" Palombaro, 99, passed away at Hospice House on April 16, 2024. Born in Youngstown on March 30, 1925, Guy led a remarkable life filled with love, dedication, and service.Growing up on Davis Street in Girard, he graduated from Girard High School. Guy courageously served his country as a Navy SEAL during WWII and the Korean War. His commitment to...
Mary E. "Cookie" Roca
Apr 14, 2024
AUSTINTOWN - Mary E. "Cookie" Roca, 83, of Youngstown, passed away, Sunday April 14, 2024.She was born Sept 23, 1940 in Youngstown, OH to the late Leo and Barbara (Barnhart) Hagan, she married her loving Husband, Ricardo at Sacred Heart on May 9, 1964.After graduating from Youngstown State University in 1984 with her Bachelor of Science in education degree, Mary...
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