Rosemarie Minich

Oct 13, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN - Rosemarie Minich, 71, died October 13, 2024. 

 She was born October 22, 1952, in Youngstown, the daughter of Andrew and Helen (Bindas) Balko and was a lifelong resident of the area. 

She graduated from Chaney High School class of 1970 and from Youngstown State University with a degree in Accounting. 

Rosemarie worked as an accountant and did taxes on the side...

Laura Hochendoner

Oct 12, 2024

AUSTINTOWN — Laura Hochendoner, 66, passed away Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Park Center Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Boardman.

Laura was born Sept. 24, 1958, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to the late Jerome and Margaret Hochendoner. 

She graduated from Jackson Milton High School in 1976, where she starred as an athlete on both the basketball and track and field teams. 

After graduation, she...

John G. Burns III

Oct 12, 2024

CANFIELD - John G. Burns III, 56, passed away on October 12, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown after a very courageous battle with cancer. 

He was born August 28, 1968, in Youngstown, the son of the late John and Barbara (Ehrhart) Burns II.

John worked for Surack Landscaping for a significant portion of his life and spent many years as...

Amanda Lynn DiRocco

Oct 11, 2024

Amanda Lynn DiRocco, 43, departed this life on October 11, 2024, at Salem Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her cherished loved ones. Amanda was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, born March 14, 1981, in East Liverpool, Ohio. Amanda's kind heart, infectious laughter, and warm soul have left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of...

Ernest G. Tacsik

Oct 10, 2024

Ernest G. Tacsik, “Ernie,” 66, resident of Dallas, TX, and formerly of Austintown, died while vacationing in Egypt on October 10, 2024. 

Ernie was born in Youngstown, grew up in Austintown, and relocated to Dallas after college. He attended Immaculate Heart of Mary grade school and Austintown-Fitch High School. He earned a BS degree in Electrical Engineering at Youngstown State University,...

Laura Wimer

Oct 9, 2024

CANTON - Laura Wimer, 45, died October 9, 2024, at home. 

She was born on February 8, 1979, in Youngstown, the daughter of Robert E. Wimer Jr. and Darlene Bokesch. 

Laura was raised in Austintown, where she attended St. Joseph School, Watson Grade School, Frank Ohl Middle School, and graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1997. Laura continued her education at...

John Joseph Peck

Oct 7, 2024

John Joseph Peck, 72, passed away at his home in Liberty, Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.

He was born Sept. 12, 1952, to parents John and Alice Martin Peck.

John graduated from Liberty High School in 1972. He pursued a career as an auto mechanic, owning and operating his own business for several decades. After retiring from the trade, he became an OSS...

Donna Jean DeNiro

Oct 7, 2024

Donna Jean DeNiro, 87, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away October 7, 2024, at the Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by her six children.

Donna was born on March 21, 1937, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Marino) Easton. 

She dedicated herself tirelessly to raising her six children. Donna's commitment to her family was evident in all...

Deborah J. McGahagan

Oct 6, 2024

AUSTINTOWN - Deborah (Debbie) J. McGahagan, 69, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, at St. Mary's Alzheimer’s Center, with her family gathered around her.

She was born on December 14, 1954, in Youngstown, Ohio. 

A 1973 graduate of Rayen High School, Debbie further pursued her passion for nursing at Choffin, where she laid the foundation of a remarkable career that would...

Gloria A. White

Oct 2, 2024

Gloria White passed away on Wednesday evening at the Hospice House in Poland, with her daughter and son-in-law at her side. 

Gloria was born on September 14, 1927 to Frank and Eleanor Cramer. Gloria attended South High School and married the love of her life William (Bill) Smith on New Year’s Day 1946. 

Gloria was a homemaker who made the best Sunday...

Joan D. Beach

Oct 2, 2024

NEW MIDDLETOWN - Joan D. Beach, 91, died peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.

Joan was born Feb. 24, 1933, in Youngstown, the daughter of Walter and Cleo Wire Osborne.

She was a graduate of South High School. Joan spent her life as a dedicated homemaker, caring for her family and her home. She...

Ronald Lee Griffith

Oct 2, 2024

AUSTINTOWN - Ronald Lee Griffith, 89, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, in Austintown, Ohio. 

Born on October 18, 1934, in Belington, West Virginia, to the late Alfred Griffith and Julia V. (Perchan) Griffith. He graduated from Belington High School in 1954. 

For 34 years, Ronald devoted his career as a crane operator to LTV Steel, where he earned a reputation...

Timothy P. Powers

Oct 1, 2024

BOARDMAN — Timothy P. Powers, born Feb. 20, 1965, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at his home, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024.

A 1984 graduate of Boardman High School, he set a cross-country record in 1983.Timothy became a member of the Youngstown Road Runners. He also was an avid race car fan and a collector of coins and sports cards.

He is...

Eileen L. Novotny

Oct 1, 2024

CANFIELD — Eileen Letitia Walsh Novotny, 79, died Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 at Windsor House at Canfield. 

Eileen was born in Youngstown on Jan. 5, 1945, the middle child and oldest daughter of T. Carl and Thelma Irene Raub Walsh. 

Eileen attended St. Patrick School and graduated in 1963 from Cardinal Mooney High School, where she was senior class officer and an...

Philip DeChicco

Sep 27, 2024

CANFIELD — Philip Richard DeChicco, 89, affectionately known as “Pat,” passed away peacefully, Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. 

He was the oldest son of the late Andrew and Theresa Piazza DeChicco. He was born in 1935 in Youngstown, in his parents’ home, on his parents’ first anniversary. He attended Rayen High School.

As a youth, Pat spent every hour possible at Evans Baseball...

Dr. Raymond Najem

Sep 27, 2024

CANFIELD — Dr. Raymond “Ray” Wade Najem, 87, passed away Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, peacefully and with his family at his side.

Ray was born Feb. 28, 1937, to Dr. Wade John Najem and Mrs. Anne Salem Najem of Sharon, Pa. 

He enjoyed academics and loved learning. After graduating from Hubbard High School as class president in 1955, Ray remained active organizing...

Michael T. Jordon

Sep 26, 2024

AUSTINTOWN — Michael T. Jordon, 66, passed away peacefully at home, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, surrounded by his family, after a brief battle with cancer. 

He was born Nov. 28, 1957, in Warwick, Rhode Island, to the late David K. and Kathleen C. Leonard Jordon. 

Michael was a proud graduate of Bishop Hendrickson High School and furthered his education by earning a...

Finley Croyle

Sep 23, 2024

LISBON - Finley Leroy Croyle Jr, 91, passed away peacefully at his home in Lisbon, Ohio in the morning of September 23, 2024. 

He was born on October 4, 1932 and was the son of Finley Leroy Croyle Sr and Nellie (Wolbaugh) Croyle. Finley was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. 

As a child, Finley was adventurous...

Denise M. Skowron

Sep 22, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN — Denise M. Skowron, 69, passed away peacefully, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, surrounded by her children and loving family.

Born Nov. 17, 1954, to Edward Sullivan and Shirley (Theodore) Ostavitz, Denise was a devoted daughter, wife, mother and community advocate.

A graduate of Rayen High School, Denise dedicated her life to enriching the lives of others. She served as commissioner at...

Joseph A. Giampietro

Sep 22, 2024

AUSTINTOWN — Joseph A. Giampietro, 87, died Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024, at Hospice House.

He was born Oct. 10, 1936, in Youngstown, the son of Charles Giampietro and the former Minnie DiPietro.

Joseph graduated from East High School in 1957. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy.

In 1971, he joined the Austintown Police Department, where he would leave an...