Obituaries
Elaine Frances Williams
Jul 28, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Elaine Frances Williams, born on October 30, 1951, in Youngstown, passed away on July 28, 2026 at the age of 74. A cherished member of her community and a steadfast friend to many, Elaine leaves behind a legacy of kindness, music, and compassion that will resonate for years to come.A proud graduate of Boardman High School in 1970,...
Hope L. Graham
Jul 22, 2026
CANFIELD - Hope Lynn Chance, age 70, of Canfield, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born on December 19, 1955, in Youngstown, Ohio. Preceding her in death are her parents Harold and Hulda Johnson, her sister Gayle (John) Caras, and her brother, Gary (Cindy) Johnson Sr.
Hope was a high school...
Anita M. Spagnola
Jul 27, 2026
GREENSBORO, NC - Anita Mele Spagnola passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Monday, July 27, 2026.
Born in 1928 to Italian immigrant parents, the late Joseph and Mary Chance Mele, Anita was the youngest of nine children and was raised in Youngstown, Ohio.
After graduating from Chaney High School in 1948, Anita worked at a neighborhood drugstore on...
Timothy A. Pitzer
Jul 8, 2026
CANFIELD - Timothy A. Pitzer, passed away on July 8, 2026, at the age of 72.Born on June 16, 1954, in Youngstown, a son of the late, Raymond and Ruth Oblinger Pitzer. Tim made Canfield his home.Tim proudly served in the Navy, a calling that filled him with pride and a deep love for his country. He enjoyed backyard BBQs,...
Florence A Conners
Jul 23, 2026
Florence Anne Connors, 85 years old, of Youngstown, Ohio peacefully passed away on July 22, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on February 17, 1941, to Anna and John Ledikno, she spent her younger years dedicated to dance and performed in many local recitals before settling into married life raising her children.
She was a proud graduate of Fitch High School...
Nancy J. (Moore) Johnson
Jul 23, 2026
PETERSBURG - Nancy J. (Moore) Johnson, 84, entered peacefully into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, July 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Nancy was born on April 7, 1942, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, to the late Lester and Margaret (Fry) Moore. She grew up in Petersburg, Ohio, where she remained a lifelong resident. Nancy retired in...
Kathrine Norma Jean Tevis
Jul 20, 2026
Boardman - A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 11 AM in Holy Family Church for Norma J. Tevis, 88 of Boardman who passed away Monday afternoon, July 20, 2026, at Hospice House with her husband by her bed. Norma was born August 16,1937, in Youngstown the daughter of the late John and Catherine...
Thomas E. Boreman
Jul 20, 2026
Thomas E. Boreman, aged 82, of Boardman, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026. Born on September 27, 1943, in Wheeling, West Virginia,Tom lived a life marked by dedication to his work and love for his family. As a skilled welder, his hands shaped metal with a craftsman's precision, reflecting his unwavering commitment to his profession. Tom proudly served...
Amber Lynn Muntean
Jul 18, 2026
SALEM - Amber Lynn Muntean, passed away on July 18, 2026, at the age of 55.She was born on January 3, 1971, in Akron, Ohio.Amber graduated with an Associate's Degree from Youngstown State University and worked as the office manager at 1 Coat Powder Coating in Salem.Amber had a profound love for planting flowers and was an avid reader. Her...
Rose Smallwood
Jul 17, 2026
Boardman TWP A Memorial service will be held at the chapel at Calvary
Cemetery on July 31
st at 10 AM for Rose Smallwood, 84, of Boardman who
passed away on Friday morning on July 17
th 2026 , at Park Center Health Care
Facility of Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma.
Rose was born September 25, 1941, in Youngstown, the daughter of the...
Daniel Joseph Hunkele
Jul 16, 2026
On Thursday, July 16th of 2026, Daniel Hunkele passed away at the age of 72.
Daniel was born to his beloved parents, Clyde and Marjorie (Bauer) Hunkele, on March 19th of 1954. After graduating high school, Daniel went to Mahoning County Vo. Tech, for mechanics, which he fell in love with. For many years, Daniel proudly served as a mechanic at...
Josephine M. Subler
Jul 16, 2026
Josephine M. Subler, 87, of Boardman, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026.Born on April 21, 1939, in Youngstown, Josephine lived a life imbued with kindness, faith, and unwavering devotion to her family.Josephine graduated from Struthers High School in 1957 and cherished a fulfilling career of over 20 years as a Creative Service Director in broadcast television in Dayton....
Craig T. Heinz
Jul 14, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Craig T. Heinz, passed away on July 14, 2026, at the age of 48.
Born on February 6, 1978, in Youngstown.
A proud 1996 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School, Craig dedicated many years of his life to serving his community as a firefighter with the Youngstown Fire Department. With 14 years of unwavering service, he was a beacon of...
Robert S Sine
Jul 12, 2026
AUSTINTOWN - On Sunday, July 12, 2026, Robert S. Sine passed away at the age of 83.
He was born to the late Steven and Vera (Orosz) Sine on January 25, 1943, in Youngstown, Ohio.
Robert was a graduate of Chaney High School and attended college prep courses. He went on to serve in the United States Air Force. Robert...
Marijane Salpietra
Jul 11, 2026
BOARDMAN - Marijane Salpietra, aged 95, left us peacefully on July 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.Born on May 14, 1931, in Youngstown, she was a daughter of the late John and Mary Jane Buonpane Powers.A proud graduate of The Rayen School, Marijane dedicated her life to her family and home, embodying the very essence of a...
Betty Jane Hilbert
Jul 11, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Betty Jane Hilbert departed this life peacefully on July 11, 2026, at the age of 88.
Born on April 15, 1938, in Champion, Pennsylvania, Betty brought joy and kindness to all who knew her throughout her years.
Betty was a dedicated accountant and partner in Catering by Betty and Barb.
Betty's legacy is one of resilience, kindness, and...
Richard K. Clark
Jul 9, 2026
Richard K. Clark, 58, of Austintown, passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown following a massive stroke.
Born October 4, 1967, in Youngstown, he was the son of William and Josephine (Myers) Clark and a 1986 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School.
At just 20 years old, Richard met the love of his life, Lisa Ratkowski,...
Barbara J. “Barb” Baytos
Jul 6, 2026
BOARDMAN — Barbara J. “Barb” Baytos, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026, at Hampton Woods.
Born May 22, 1951, in Youngstown, Barb was a daughter of Andrew Baytos and Elizabeth “Betty” Smyda Baytos.
A lifelong Boardman resident, she graduated from Boardman High School in 1969.
Barb was a hairdresser for over 30 years.Barb was an auctioneer and a cherished member of the knitting...
Cecilia Czopur
Jul 6, 2026
Austintown - A Mass of Christian Burial will be said at 10 AM Saturday, July 11, 2026, at St Blaise Parish in Joseph Church in Austintown, for Cecilia Czopur, 83, of Austintown who passed away Monday morning July 6, 2026, at Austinwoods Healthcare Center. Cecilia was born November 23, 1942, in Youngstown, the daughter of John and Cecilia (Costello) Vossevell....
Frances C. Pavelko
Jul 5, 2026
SALT LAKE CITY — Frances Carmela Pavelko, 89, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Fran was born Dec. 2, 1936, in Youngstown, a daughter of Pasquale “Pat” Battagline and the former Marie Ramunno.
She was a proud graduate of Chaney High School, Class of 1956, and worked as an administrative assistant at several technology and financial...
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