Obituaries
Michelina Retort
Sep 23, 2023
SYLVANIA - Michelina (Lena) (Grilli) Retort passed away peacefully on September 23, 2023, in Sylvania,OH. She was born May 8, 1933, in Hillsville, PA, to Berardino and Giuseppina (Pezzuti) Grilli.She married Alfred E. Retort on September 26, 1953. They were married for 54 years when hepreceded her in death in 2007.
Michelina touched many lives throughout her work as a...
Rocco F. Falleti Sr.
Sep 22, 2023
CANFIELD — Rocco F. Falleti Sr., 78, died peacefully, Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Youngstown, June 26, 1945, Rocco, affectionately known as “Rocky,” was the son of Joseph and Ida Donnadio Falleti.
He graduated from East High School and went on to build a successful career in the carpet...
James A Vechiarella
Sep 22, 2023
CANFIELD — James A. Vechiarella, 86, passed away peacefully Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, in his home after an extended illness.
Jim began his extraordinary life on Feb. 20, 1937. He was a proud product of the “Smokey Hollow” in downtown Youngstown, where he grew up and lived until he got married to the love of his life, the former Lucille...
Douglas A. "Doug" Cramp
Sep 21, 2023
Douglas A. "Doug" Cramp, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and master carpenter passed away on September 21, 2023, at Hospice House, with his loving family by his side.
He was born on February 9, 1959, in Pittsburgh, PA.Doug's career as a Master Carpenter took him to various places such as Florida, the Cayman Islands, and Grand Bahamas. His craftsmanship left...
Richard Lewis
Sep 19, 2023
CANFIELD - Richard Lewis died peacefully on September 19, 2023, at the age of 86, at his home.Richard was born on September 14, 1937, in Youngstown, Ohio. Richard served his country as a dedicated member of the United States Army. His sense of duty and commitment led him to a fulfilling career in law enforcement.With unwavering courage and integrity,...
Robert E. "Bob" Carney
Sep 17, 2023
Robert (Bob) E. Carney Sr. passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 93, surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 17th.
Bob was born on August 30, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio to Anna (Kinney) and Patrick Carney. He was the youngest of six children: John, Rita, Patrick and George Carney and Eleanore Nemeth.
Bob had a...
Vera Louise Davidson
Sep 17, 2023
Vera Louise Etzweiler Davidson, 95, passed away September 17, 2023 at Briarfield at Ashley Circle.
She was born August 7, 1928 in North Jackson, a daughter of the late Charles and Twyla Christman Etzweiler.
Vera graduated from Jackson Milton High School in 1946 and married the love of her life, her husband of 46 years, Duane Davidson in 1947 and...
Barbara K. Mascioli
Sep 15, 2023
Barbara K. "Barb" Mascioli, 81, passed away peacefully at her home on September 15, 2023.
She was born in Mansfield, OH on September 4, 1942, to the late Robert and Marjorie Drake Enderle.Barb's life was defined by her unwavering commitment to caring for her family and raising her children. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to creating a warm and nurturing home...
Patricia M. McElwain
Sep 15, 2023
Patricia May McElwain, 89, passed away Friday afternoon, Sept. 15, 2023, at Wickshire Assisted Living.
She was born Aug, 29, 1934, in Dearborn, Michigan, a daughter of late Vernon N. and Margie A Diebold Sanderson.
Patricia was a 1952 graduate of North High School. She worked in the offices of Youngstown Sheet and Tube from 1952 to 1954, at Consolidated...
Audrey Demechko
Sep 14, 2023
POLAND — It is with a heavy heart we share the passing of Audrey Demechko at her home, Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. Audrey passed peacefully in her sleep in the company of her family.
Audrey was born in Lenoir, North Carolina, the only daughter of George Price and Virginia Bolick Price.
Audrey was a loving and supportive wife and mother....
Oral James Elkins
Sep 8, 2023
Oral James Elkins, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2023, at theage of 96.
Born on July 27, 1927, in Myra, KY, a son of the late Andrew and Molly MeeksElkins.
Oral graduated from Dorton High School in 1945. He proudly served his country inthe U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1951.
Oral embarked on a career as a...
Nancy Fetch
Sep 6, 2023
BOARDMAN - Nancy Fetch, 84, passed away on September 6, 2023.She was born on June 5, 1939, to the late John and Mary (Magada) Sanko. A lifelong area resident, Nancy was a graduate of Austintown Fitch High School.She married Louis J. Fetch on August 30, 1958 and he preceded her in death on March 27, 2014.Nancy was a remarkable woman...
Garry Edward Baun
Sep 4, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN — Garry Edward Baun, known to his loved ones as “Ed,” peacefully passed away Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, at David Simpson Hospice House.
Born May 21, 1950, in Youngstown, Ed was the son of the late Garry J. and Lois I. Schultz Baun.
Ed was a 1968 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. Ed and pursued further studies at...
Otto Eul
Sep 3, 2023
POLAND — Otto K. Eul, 96, died Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023, at Shepherd of the Valley, surrounded by his family.
Otto was born May 16, 1927, in Oberhausen, Germany, the son of the late Karl and Karoline Hartmann Eul.
He came to the United States with his family in 1956 and made his home in Cincinnati. Otto worked as...
Kayla York
Sep 2, 2023
BOARDMAN — Kayla York, 27, made her transition to eternal life Saturday, Sept. 2. 2023
Kayla was born the daughter of Joseph York and Shannon Gibbons on Jan. 11, 1996.
She was a beautiful and wonderful daughter, and a loving and devoted big sister to her brother, Antonio, whom she adored more than anything in this world.
She was...
Ann Halaparda
Sep 2, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN — Ann Halaparda, 93, died Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
Ann was born Nov. 18, 1929, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late John and Anastasia Bunganie Mulichak.
She was a 1948 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and worked as a cashier at A&P, until retiring to raise her family.
Ann was a member...
Joan Carolyn Mellish
Sep 1, 2023
AUSTINTOWN - Joan Carolyn Mellish, 87, passed away on September 1, 2023, at Briarfield Manor.
She was born on October 4, 1935, in Bazetta Township at home, a daughter of late John W. Sr. and Leah (Harris) Armstrong and attended Champion schools.
Joan was an exceptional caregiver who devoted herself to taking care of anyone in need. Whether it was...
Anna M. Pence
Aug 21, 2023
Anna M. Pence, age 62, passed away on August 21, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.
She was born on January 3, 1961, a daughter of the late Donald Eugene and Gloria Simione Dickey. Anna had a successful career and worked for various businesses in the area throughout her life, Astro Shapes, Pharmor Corp., and Delphi Packard. Anna was a proud...
Virginia Stewart
Aug 20, 2023
POLAND - Virginia M. Stewart, 92, died peacefully Sunday, August 20, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman. Virginia was born November 29, 1931 in Youngstown. Parents: George and Florence Holton Wichert.She graduated in 1949 from Springfield High School where she sang in the choir.Virginia married James C. Stewart March 3, 1951 and moved to Poland.Virginia was a homemaker but...
Mary Jane Long
Aug 20, 2023
AUSTINTOWN — Mary Jane Long, 92, died Sunday morning, Aug. 20, 2023, at her home, with family by her side.
Mary Jane was born July 11, 1931, in Youngstown, the daughter of Albert and Mary Gaytko Harris. She was a 1949 South High graduate and later became a founding owner and bookkeeper of Youngstown Floral Supply before retiring in...
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