Obituaries

Phyllis Caruso

Phyllis Caruso

Jul 10, 2025

CAMPBELL - Phyllis Caruso, 75, passed away on July 10, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman. 

Born on August 18, 1949, in Youngstown, the daughter of James and Pauline Scarsella Renaldy.

Phyllis dedicated her life to education and the service of others. She worked as a teacher for the Youngstown City Schools for over 30 years, a career that brought her...

Angela V. Lonardo

Angela V. Lonardo

Jul 9, 2025

POLAND - Angela ‘Angie’ Lonardo, 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Hospice House in Poland, OH. Angie was born in Struthers, Ohio on July 16, 1933, the daughter of Giorgio Pascale and Maria Magazzine Pascale. Angie graduated in 1951 from South High School. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Pascale of Cleveland, Ohio...

Vicki M. Miglets

Vicki M. Miglets

Jul 8, 2025

Vicki M. Miglets, born on September 8, 1962, in Youngstown, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 62. Vicki lived a rich and fulfilling life, marked by love, laughter, and a deep commitment to her passions.A proud graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Class of 1980, Vicki dedicated over 37...

Rosemary Hutch-Takach

Rosemary Hutch-Takach

Jul 7, 2025

AUSTINTOWN - Rosemary E. Hutch-Takach, 77, died peacefully Monday July 7, 2025 at the Hospice House.

She was born Nov. 12, 1947, in Youngstown, the daughter of Anthony and Barbara Heydle Hutch.

Rosemary attended Austintown Fitch High School and worked as a waitress for Austin Manor and Dennys for many years.

She is survived by her sons, Dan (Karen) Petrello of Austintown and...

Theresia Negovan

Theresia Negovan

Jul 3, 2025

STRUTHERS - Theresia Negovan, 98, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 3, 2025, at Maplecrest Nursing Home.

Theresia was born September 13, 1926, in the small farming community of Starcevo, Banat ,Yugoslavia, the daughter of Maria Pittmann and Paul Baritsch.

After escaping war torn Yugoslavia in the late 1940's, Theresia married her husband Niklaus Negovan on April 15,...

Joanne M. Fabrizio

Joanne M. Fabrizio

Jul 3, 2025

Youngstown - Joanne M Fabrizio passed away on Thursday July 3, 2025 at the Inn at Poland Way, Poland, Ohio. 

Joanne was born June 22, 1939 to Dominic and Rose (Santore) DiPasquale.

Joanne was a proud Wilson High School class of 1957 graduate. She enjoyed many years of “57” girls luncheons and Christmas parties. She was a proud scholarship recipient from St....

Charles "Kenny" Schreiber

Charles "Kenny" Schreiber

Jul 3, 2025

MINERAL RIDGE - Charles "Kenny" Schreiber, 90, died unexpectedly Thursday, July 3, 2025 at his home.

Kenny was born Aug. 7, 1934 in Youngstown, the son of Carl and Kathryn Powers Schreiber.

He was a graduate of Ursuline High School and worked his entire career for Youngstown Steel Door until retiring.

Kenny had a huge heart and was known for being very generous...

Marta L. Colbert

Marta L. Colbert

Jul 2, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Marta Lynn Colbert, 78, died July 2, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by her family.

Marta, affectionately known as Marty, was born April 16, 1947, in Camden, NJ, the daughter of James J. and Margaret Finley Eaton Sr.

She worked as a nurse's aid for several nursing homes and cared for people in their homes.

Marty loved her family and...

John Paul Allsopp

John Paul Allsopp

Jul 2, 2025

POLAND — John Paul Allsopp, 51, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, following a courageous five-year battle with cancer.

John was born Aug. 29, 1973, in Youngstown, a son of the late Thomas Carl Jr. and Patricia Louise Connelly Allsopp. 

John was a lifelong resident of the Poland community and a 1991 graduate of Poland Seminary High School. From 1992 to 2000,...

John R Dota

John R Dota

Jul 1, 2025

      It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Raymond Dota, a beloved father, grandfather and friend who left us peacefully, Tuesday, July 1, 2025, surrounded by family. John was a cornerstone of love and support in the lives of those who knew him.

     He was born June 25, 1931, in Youngstown. With...

Edward V. Smolko

Edward V. Smolko

Jun 30, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Edward Valintine Smolko, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at the age of 80.

Born on December 28, 1944, in Youngstown, a son of the late Valent and Anne Baytos Smolko.

A 1962 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Edward dedicated over 30 years of his life to Youngstown Welding and Engineering. As a skilled welder/fitter, he...

Vickie Bolger

Vickie Bolger

Jun 30, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Vickie L. (Rouns) Bolger, 65, who left this world on June 30, 2025, at her home. Though our hearts are broken, we take comfort in knowing she is finally at peace.

Vickie was born on February 22, 1960, in Youngstown,...

Julia Marie Zublena

Julia Marie Zublena

Jun 30, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN — Julia Zublena, devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025.

Julia was born May 24, 1932, in Youngstown, to Anthony and Mable True Inhouse. Her mother died during childbirth. Julia was raised by her father and stepmother, Josephine Masi Inhouse.

Julia graduated from Ursuline High School and married Robert Zublena on May 8, 1954, at Immaculate Conception...

Joseph J. Maxin

Joseph J. Maxin

Jun 29, 2025

Joseph John Maxin, 63, affectionately known as Joey, earned his heavenly wings on June 29, 2025. Born on January 19, 1962, to Joseph and Lucille Maxin, Joey lived a full and vibrant life rooted in love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to his family.

A 1980 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School, Joey continued his education at the University of Dayton, graduating...

Julia E.Naples

Julia E.Naples

Jun 27, 2025

AUSTINTOWN -Julia Elizabeth Naples, 98, previously of Youngstown, passed away after a long and beautiful life on Friday, June 27, 2025 at AustinWoods Care Facility in Austintown.

"Jay" as she was affectionately known, was born March 14, 1927 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Vincent and Angeline Yurak.

Julia married the love of her life, George L. Naples, on...

Nancy Kissel

Nancy Kissel

Jun 26, 2025

BOARDMAN - Nancy Stacy Kissel, 89, of Poland, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Thursday June 26, 2025 at Greenbriar Healthcare Center in Boardman, OH.

She was born May 24, 1936, the daughter of Hugh Edwin, Sr. And Hellen Yerian Stacy and grew up on their farm in Poland Township.

She graduated from Poland Seminary High School with the class of 1954, and...

Donna Koonse

Donna Koonse

Jun 25, 2025

CANFIELD - Donna Jean Koonse (Seidner), of Canfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at the Hospice of the Valley Hospice House following a brief illness. Her family is deeplysaddened and shocked by her sudden passing.

Born on September 22, 1945, in New Springfield, Ohio, Donna was the daughter of the late Charles and Evelyn Seidner. She was a...

Richard A Gary

Richard A Gary

Jun 24, 2025

CANFIELD - Richard A. Gary, 74, passed away on June 24, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.

He was born on June 6, 1951, in Youngstown, the son of Andrew and Mildred Miller Gary.

Richard enjoyed a long and fulfilling career in education, serving the London School District near Columbus. After a remarkable 25 years, he retired in 2003 as superintendent....

Christopher M. King

Christopher M. King

Jun 23, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Christopher M. King, 31, died on June 23, 2025, at Hospice of the Valley after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born on August 27, 1993, in Youngstown, Ohio. 

Christopher was the proud owner and skilled auto body painter at Kings Auto Body. Christopher had a love for muscle cars and Harley Davidson motorcycles; his enthusiasm for everything that...

Bettyanne Fennessey

Bettyanne Fennessey

Jun 23, 2025

POLAND - Bettyanne Fennessey, 78, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, at her home.

She was born on September 27, 1946, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of the late Alexander Hrinko and the former Betty Jane Reese. 

Bettyanne was a proud graduate of Ursuline High School, class of 1964. She continued her education at Youngstown State University, where she earned a...

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