Obituaries
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
George E. Kalamets
Sep 14, 2026
Rockfield, KY - George E. Kalamets age 82, passed away peacefully at Hospice of Southern Kentucky on Monday September 14, 2026.
He was born on April 10,1944 in Uniontown, PA the son of Michael and MaryAnn (Martoncik) Kalamets. On April 30, 1962 he married the love of his life Karen Kotulock they were married 64 years.
George worked for General...
Ryan Michael George
Sep 12, 2026
LOWELLVILLE -- Ryan Michael George died on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, at the age of 27.
He was born on April 10, 1999, in Youngstown, a son of Jason George and Megan Frattaroli.
A 2017 graduate of Poland Seminary High School, Ryan earned a Bachelor's Degree in Power Plant Engineering from Youngstown State University.
He started his career selling cars at #1 Cochran...
Fr. James Cavanaugh
Sep 11, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN -- Father James Cavanaugh died on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at the age of 100.
He held the distinction of being the oldest priest to serve in the Diocese of Youngstown.
He was born Aug. 24, 1926, in Youngstown, a son of Robert and Rose Kennedy Cavanaugh. He grew up on Crandall Avenue, on Youngstown's North Side, during the Great Depression.
Father...
Stephen Ray Flora
Sep 11, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Stephen Ray Flora, age 62, passed away on September 11, 2026. Born in Chapel Hill, NC, to Joseph and Christine Flora, Stephen was extremely proud of his “Cackalacky” heritage. Stephen was a graduate of Chapel Hill High School, where he starred on the varsity football and wrestling teams and was awarded with the school’s prestigious Carmichael Cup.
Growing up...
Daniel F. Kloos
Sep 10, 2026
SALEM - Daniel F. Kloos, departed this life on September 10, 2026 with his loving family by his side, at the age of 54.
Born on February 2, 1972, in Youngstown, a son of the late Herman and Rebecca (St. Clair) Kloos.
Daniel was a 1990 graduate of South Range High School. He was a proud veteran, having served in...
Elizabeth Louise Himes
Sep 10, 2026
Elizabeth L. Himes
1942-2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Elizabeth L. "Betty" Himes died on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026.
Betty was born Feb. 13, 1942, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Robert J. and Lillian Hoffman England. She was raised in Struthers and moved to New Middletown in 1968.
Betty graduated from Struthers High School in 1960 and received a bachelor's degree in...
Larry D. Grimm
Sep 8, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Larry D. Grimm, 93, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Larry was born May 27, 1933, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Austin and Viva Wagner Grimm.
He attended South High School, where he met the love of his life, Elizabeth "Alice" Kasperko Grimm. The two eloped to Hagerstown, Maryland, and were married on June 11, 1953.
At...
Daniel D'Amico
Sep 3, 2026
Daniel D'Amico passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026. He was born on August 28, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Nicholas and Mary (Costello) D'Amico, and spent most of his life in the Youngstown area.
After graduating from Chaney High School, Daniel joined the United States Air Force and served during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he married his...
Sheila Kroll-Dickinson
Sep 2, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Sheila Kroll-Dickinson died peacefully after a 15 year battle with cancer on September 2, 2026, at Hospice House.
She was born on August 21, 1959, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Ralph and Patricia McNulty Kroll.
Sheila attended Austintown Fitch High School. She worked in hospitality at the Holiday Inn and Denny's Restaurant. She was deeply passionate about community engagement....
Michael Edward Chizmar
Sep 2, 2026
Michael E. Chizmar, 70, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, September 2nd. He was born on December 10, 1955, to Edward and Marjorie (Hillis) Chizmar.
Mike grew up in a home that was at the center of the neighborhood. His house was the gathering place for the kids on the street, with countless baseball and football...
Robert "Sloopy" Karis
Aug 31, 2026
STRUTHERS -- Robert "Sloopy" Karis, 76, passed away on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
He was born on Aug. 24, 1950, in Youngstown.
Robert was a graduate of Struthers High School, Class of 1968, and went on to earn an associate degree from Youngstown State University.
He served his country as an Air Force Vietnam veteran with the Military...
Fred M. Bassett
Aug 31, 2026
MACEDONIA -- Fred M. Bassett peacefully passed away of lymphoma on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, at University Hospital in Cleveland.
He was born Dec. 8, 1940, in Youngstown, a son of Fred J. Bassett and the former Eleanor Rulli.
Fred graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1958 and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. After decades of service,...
Thomas Hupko Jr.
Aug 31, 2026
Canfield -- A memorial service celebrating the life of Thomas Hupko Jr. will be held at a later date. Tom passed away early Monday morning, August 31, 2026, at his home. He was born March 29, 1938, in Ellwood City, PA., the son of the late Thomas Sr. and Susan (Dubinsky) Hupko.
Tom graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood...
Richard L. Brennan
Aug 31, 2026
MCDONALD - Richard Brennan died on August 31, 2026, at the age of 88.
Richard was born on October 3, 1937, a son of Jack Brennan and the former Virginia Shood.
Richard married, Judy A. Whitarce, on October 18, 1958 and she preceded him in death on February 7, 2025.
He was a devoted member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Girard and...
John William Yosay Jr.
Aug 30, 2026
BOARDMAN - John W. Yosay Jr., passed away on Sunday, August 30, at the age of 76, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 9, 1950, in Youngstown, Ohio, to John and Dorothy Campbell Yosay, he was a 1968 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. John graduated from Kent State University in 1972 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in...
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