Barbara Villani

Mar 2, 2025

     POLAND — Barbara Villani, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Sunday, March 2, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, surrounded by her family.

     Born Jan. 2, 1951, in Youngstown, she was the cherished daughter of the late Joseph W. Reardon and Florence Dell Reardon. Barbara devoted her career to the retail world, beginning...

Leone M. Crowley

Mar 2, 2025

ELYRIA - Leone Marion Crowley passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025 in the home of her daughter Kathleen, her devoted caregiver for the past five years, just two days shy of her 106 1/2 birthday. 

Born on September 4, 1918 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to George and Rosalia Niebler Schott, she was a quiet child who loved school, reading and going...

Bruna P. Rongone

Mar 2, 2025

BOARDMAN - Bruna Pia Rongone, 91, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025. She was born on June 2, 1933 in Roccaraso, Italy, the daughter of the late Santino & Elizabetta Liberatore. 

She immigrated to Waterbury, CT in 1947 with her mother and sister Maria. In 1951, she met her husband Frank at a baptism in Youngstown, OH. They were married...

Michael Stephen Kulyk Jr.

Mar 1, 2025

MIDLOTHIAN, VA, formerly of POLAND, OH - Michael S. "Butch" Kulyk, 86, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, March 1.

He was born Nov. 17, 1938, in Coraopolis, PA., to Michael S. Sr. and Ruby (Kopec) Kulyk.

Mike attended Ambridge High School in Pennsylvania. He worked for J&L Steel after graduating, and then served his country as a Military Policeman with the United...

William J. Sullivan

Feb 26, 2025

CANFIELD - William J. Sullivan passed away peacefully at home on February 26, 2025, at the age of 73. 

Born on June 30, 1951, in Youngstown, he was a son of the late Atty. Robert E. and Isabel Kennedy Sullivan. 

Bill attended Ursuline High School before graduating from Rayen High School. He went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree from Youngstown State...

Margaret R. Jendre

Feb 26, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Margaret R. Jendre, 103, died peacefully on February 26, 2025, at her home.

She was born on October 13, 1921, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Frederick and Mary Morgan Stickel.

She attended St Brendan’s school and church. She graduated from Chaney High School.

Margaret met her husband, Merle, at the Idora Park Ballroom, rollerskating. They married in 1944, in Arizona,...

Mary Ann Gierchak

Feb 26, 2025

POLAND - Mary Ann Angela Gierchak, 78, passed away peacefully Wednesday Feb. 26th at Caprice Health Center.

She was born November 26, 1946 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Joseph and Angela Siranovic Gierchak.

Mary Ann attended Sts. Peter and Paul School and graduated in 1964 from Ursuline High School. She then attended Choffin and became a...

Dane Carder

Feb 23, 2025

BOARDMAN - Dane Carder, 93, died Sunday, February 23, 2025, surrounded by his family.

He was born on April 6, 1931, in Romney, West Virginia, the son of Harry and Helen McMullen Carder.

He graduated from high school in Romney and enlisted in the United States Army shortly thereafter.

Dane was proud to have served as the very first Chief of Police of...

Sallirae J. Absalom

Feb 23, 2025

AUSTINTOWN - Sallirae J. Absalom, 92, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025. 

She was born to the late Carl and Kathryn Powers Schreiber on August 24, 1932. 

She retired in March 1989 from the Kaufmann's Department Stores last working as benefits manager at O'Neil's in Akron. A 1950 graduate from Ursuline High School, she was the chairman of the reunion committee...

Thomas Popovich

Feb 23, 2025

POLAND — Thomas S. Popovich, 92, passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, Feb. 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Tom was born Jan. 28, 1933, to Phillip and Anna Kvarta Popovich. He was proud to live his entire life in the Youngstown area, graduating from Ursuline High School, then serving in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. Tom worked at...

Ida E. Miller

Feb 22, 2025

BOARDMAN - Ida E. Miller, 101, peacefully passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025 at The Inn at Christine Valley, 3150 S. Schenley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44511. 

Born in Chicago, Illinois, on November 26, 1923, Ida was  the daughter of Frances Morrone and Sam Santelli. On December 13, 1947, she married Alvin A. Miller, Sr., who preceded her in death on October...

Ruth Dubiel

Feb 20, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Ruth Dubiel, 94, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025, at Briarfield Manor, at the age of 94.

 She was born on April 3, 1930, in Youngstown, the daughter of John and Mary Fedor Matiscik. 

Ruth was a proud graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, embarking on a career that showcased her creativity and...

Ann Theresa (Vecchione) Monroe

Feb 20, 2025

POLAND - On February 20th, 2025 a beautiful soul passed into Heaven.

Born in Youngstown, Ohio on February 16, 1922 Ann Theresa Monroe was the eldest of 7 children born to George and Celeste Leone Vecchione who came to Youngstown from the Town of Barrea, Italy in the area known as Aquila.

After attending Woodrow Wilson High School Ann worked at various...

Blanche L. Molnar

Feb 18, 2025

AUSTINTOWN - Blanche L. Molnar, 97, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, at Austintown Healthcare Center. 

Blanche was born on August 18, 1927, in Youngstown, OH, to the late Michael and Theresa Kovach. She was a lifelong resident of Youngstown. 

She graduated from Chaney High School in 1946. Shortly after, Blanche married the love of her life, Frank Molnar Jr., on...

Connie F. Davis

Feb 17, 2025

POLAND - Connie F. Davis, 90, peacefully passed away on February 17, 2025, at Hospice House in Poland, OH. 

She was born on October 4, 1934, in Youngstown, OH, to the late Louis and Lucy Fossaceca.

Connie dedicated much of her life to her family and her faith. Connie’s career exemplified her nurturing spirit. Over the span of approximately 20 years, she...

Josephine Berezo

Feb 17, 2025

POLAND — Josephine Berezo passed away peacefully, Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, at the age of 96, surrounded by her loving family.

Jo was born Dec. 16, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan, to her Spanish immigrant parents. She was the youngest of six living siblings. She grew up on her parent’s farm in Pellston, Michigan, where she did her best to keep up...

Charles V. Rudge Jr.

Feb 17, 2025

NEW MIDDLETOWN - Charles V. Rudge Jr., 76, passed away February 17, 2025 at his home.

Born on September 15, 1948, in Youngstown, Chuck was a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley who devoted 31 years of his life to teaching in the Canfield Local School District before retiring in 2001.

Chuck earned his Bachelor's Degree from Westminster College and went on...

Robert Charles Kratofil

Feb 17, 2025

AUSTINTOWN - Robert Charles Kratofil, 88, died on February 17, 2025, at Adventura at Humility House, where he resided for a brief three days. 

He was born on July 11, 1936, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, a son of Sylvester Kratofil and Mary (Klishko) Kratofil Allen. 

Robert graduated from New Castle Union High School and then worked many years as a steel worker...

Lesley Ann Fisher

Feb 14, 2025

CANFIELD — Lesley Anne Fisher passed away peacefully, Friday, Feb. 14, 2025, in Canfield. She was blessed to be surrounded by her family and friends throughout her last days.

Lesley was born Aug. 4, 1968, in Pittsburgh, Pa., but she was raised in Canfield closely surrounded by extended family and close family friends. 

She graduated from Canfield High School in 1987, where...

Kathleen A. Odoguardi

Feb 12, 2025

BOARDMAN - Kathleen A. Odoguardi, 72, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman, Ohio. 

Born on January 12, 1953, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Tom and Ann Duffy, Kathy was a lifelong resident whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.

Kathy graduated from Rayen High School in 1971. In September 1973, Kathy married her high school...