Obituaries

Maureen “Renee” Rose Gutierrez

Maureen “Renee” Rose Gutierrez

Mar 31, 2026

CANFIELD — Maureen “Renee” Rose Gutierrez passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, with her daughters and family by her side at Salem Regional Medical Center.

Renee was born Sept. 13, 1945, in Youngstown, the daughter of George Farran and Marie Sousa Farran.

A lifelong resident of Youngstown, Renee attended St. Edward Grade School and Junior High on the city’s North...

Anthony T. Zeno

Anthony T. Zeno

Apr 4, 2026

POLAND - Anthony T. "Tony" Zeno passed away peacefully on Saturday April 4th, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born October 30, 1940 to Joseph and Josephine Zeno in Canton, Ohio. He attended Canton Central Catholic High School and was a graduate of John Carroll University.

Tony married the love of his life, Susan "Hope" Zeno on September...

James D. Anderson

James D. Anderson

Apr 2, 2026

James D. Anderson, age 84, peacefully passed away on April 2, 2026 with his family by his side. Born on July 22, 1941, in Youngstown, James was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, leaving behind a profound legacy of love and kindness.A proud graduate of Chaney High School, Jim served honorably in the Army Reserves before embarking on a...

Richard A. Semivan

Richard A. Semivan

Mar 28, 2026

Richard A. Semivan passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born Aug. 12, 1938, in Youngstown, a son of the late Andrew and Stella Macirynski Semivan.

A proud alumnus of Austintown Fitch High School, Richard served honorably in the United States Marine Corps.  Following his military service, he pursued a career...

James Edward Might

James Edward Might

Mar 30, 2026

James Edward Might, 98, of Poland Twp., formerly of Canfield passed away Monday afternoon, March 30, 2026, at his home. Dr. Might was born in Springfield, Ohio, April 15, 1927, the son of Walter Might and Elsie Might (nee. Lewis).

Dr. Might graduated as salutatorian from Springfield Central High School in 1945. He served in U.S. Navy in World War...

Charles Edward Crowther

Charles Edward Crowther

Mar 28, 2026

ELLSWORTH — It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Charles Edward Crowther, known to many simply as Charlie, who left this world on the last train to glory on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

He was born Aug. 18, 1943, to the late Charles Edgar Crowther and Violet Mae Playforth Crowther. Through his journey of 82 years, he...

Dixie Marlene Pichitino

Dixie Marlene Pichitino

Mar 24, 2026

POLAND — Dixie M. Pichitino, 77, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, with her family by her side.

Dixie was born April 13, 1948, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the daughter of Richard H. Leach and Arlene Stoddard Leach. They moved to Struthers in 1950. It was there that she met the love of her life, John Pichitino “Pitch.” They started...

DIane L. Wire

DIane L. Wire

Mar 23, 2026

Poland - Diane L. Wire, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at the age of 58.

Born on February 6, 1968, in Sharon, Pennsylvania.A proud graduate of Brookfield High School, she later earned her Bachelor's Degree from Youngstown State University, paving the way for a fulfilling career as a Blood Bank Manager at St. Elizabeth Hospital.Diane was known for...

Helen E. Grunder

Helen E. Grunder

Mar 20, 2026

ALLIANCE - Helen E. Grunder passed away on March 20, 2026, at the age of 61.

Born on October 4, 1964, in Kirtland, Ohio, Helen's spirited journey through life touched the hearts of all who knew her.

A proud graduate of St. Peter's High School in Mansfield, she furthered her education by earning a Bachelor's Degree from Walsh College and...

Victoria L. Rossi

Victoria L. Rossi

Mar 19, 2026

YOUNGSTOWN — Victoria L. Rossi, 73, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Windsor House at Canfield.

She was born on Nov. 2, 1952, in Youngstown, a daughter of Harry VandenBosch and the former Joanne McDonald.

Victoria was a 1970 graduate of Boardman High School. She worked at Home Savings and Loan, where she contributed in the fields of banking...

Patrick Joseph Fecko

Patrick Joseph Fecko

Mar 18, 2026

NEW MIDDLETOWN — Patrick Joseph Fecko died Wednesday, March 18, 2026, on his 89th birthday.

He was born March 18, 1937, in Youngstown, a son of Andrew Fecko and the former Mary Kicos. 

Patrick walked across the street to attend St. Matthias Grade School. A graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Class of 1956, Patrick was known for his love of football...

Cynthia Dawn Gregory

Cynthia Dawn Gregory

Mar 15, 2026

Ravenna - Cynthia Dawn Gregory, 63, of Deerfield, Ohio, formerly of Mineral Ridge, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 15, 2026, at The Woodlands at The Robinson in Ravenna, Ohio. 

Cindi was born April 17, 1962, in Clarksburg, West Virginia, the daughter of Paul Richard and Nettie (Hayhurst) Gregory. 

Growing up Cindi loved spending time with family, learning to cook and bake, plus...

Sandra Lee Burlock

Sandra Lee Burlock

Mar 15, 2026

Sandra Lee Burlock - 81

Austintown Twp. - Sandra "Sandi" Lee Burlock, 81, of Austintown passed away early Sunday morning at Windsor House of Canfield. She had been under the care of Comfort Care Hospice.

Sandra was born February 27, 1945, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Louis and Irene (Sitar) Bobovecz. She was a lifelong resident of Austintown...

Brian M. Welsh

Brian M. Welsh

Mar 14, 2026

Boardman Twp. -- Brian M. Welsh, 56, of Boardman Twp, passed away early Saturday morning,

March 14, 2026, at his home with his loved ones by his bedside after a short battle with cancer.

Brian was born on January 5, 1970, in Youngstown, son of the late Robert and Alice (Shea) Welsh.

Brian graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School, class...

Roger Diegele

Roger Diegele

Mar 9, 2026

Canfield Twp. - Roger W. Diegele, 55, passed away unexpectedly at his home on March 9, 2026. Roger was born on July 14, 1970, in Medina, Ohio, the son of the late Fred and Bonnie (Smith) Diegele.

Roger was a 1988 graduate of Canfield High School, where he earned the title of the 1987 Weightlifting Champion. Following high school, he...

Barbara Ann Grantonic

Barbara Ann Grantonic

Mar 9, 2026

On March 9, 2026, Proverbs 31 woman Barbara Ann (Rozsa) Grantonic passed gently into heaven and the waiting arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She was 92.

Born September 29, 1933 in Wintersville, Ohio, Barbara was the daughter of Hungarian immigrants. She learned the value of hard work on the family dairy farm, picked up the English language in grade school,...

Linda L. Rose

Linda L. Rose

Mar 9, 2026

POLAND - Linda L. Rose, 79, passed away Monday at Hospice House.She was born Sagamore, PA on September 8, 1946 to the late LeRoy and Dorothy Yount Cuddy.Linda was a 1964 graduate of Chaney High School. She was a former worker of Medical Records Northside and Southside Hospitals as a medical Transcriber.Linda leaves her husband, Herb who she married August...

Donald T. Weingart

Donald T. Weingart

Mar 6, 2026

BOARDMAN - Donald T. Weingart passed away on March 6, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He was born on March 7, 1945, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Donald S. Weingart and the former Veronica Thomcsak.

A West Sider, he graduated from Chaney High School in 1963. He attended Youngstown University until being drafted. He then enlisted in the the United States...

Ronald F. Slipkasky Jr.

Ronald F. Slipkasky Jr.

Mar 6, 2026

POLAND - Ronald F. Slipkasky Jr., 56, passed away March 6, 2026.

Ronald was born March 9, 1969 in Youngstown.

Ron was a 1987 graduate of Boardman High School and received a Bachelor of Accounting Degree from YSU.

He had a lengthy, successful career with AVI Food Systems in Warren where he worked for 30+ years. But when he wasn't doing the day...

Richard J. Craven

Richard J. Craven

Mar 2, 2026

AUSTINTOWN — Richard J. Craven, a courageous Vietnam veteran and dedicated friend to many, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026, at the age of 78, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.

Richard, affectionately known as “Doc” was born Jan. 23, 1948, in Bellaire, a son of Everett Craven Jr. and the former Mabel Corbett.

Doc was known for a life defined by...

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