Obituaries
Ruth Heckman
Jun 24, 2023
AUSTINTOWN - Ruth Heckman, 76, passed away on June 24, 2023, at Hospice House in Poland.
She was born on May 15, 1947 in Cincinnati, a daughter to the late Herbert and Elinor Ringhand Goldberg.Ruth's legacy will continue to live on through her family and friends, who loved her dearly. She is survived by her three daughters Denise (Greg) Bada...
Dominic "Jack" Terrago Jr.
Jun 24, 2023
AUSTINTOWN - Dominic "Jack" Terrago Jr., 78, passed away on June 24, 2023.
He was born on July 8, 1944, in Youngstown to Dominic J. and Linda Hammond Terrago Sr. After attending Youngstown State University, he joined the United States Navy where he attended Radar School. Jack proudly served his country and continued to support his fellow veterans throughout his life. Jack...
Janak R. Taneja
Jun 24, 2023
CANFIELD — Janak Raj Taneja, a well-respected pediatric orthodontist in India, passed away Saturday, June 24, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his entire family. He was 87 years old.
Born in India on Jan. 21, 1936, Dr. Taneja grew up to become a renowned pediatric orthodontist. He dedicated his life to improving the health and well-being of children through...
James Anthony Kurek
Jun 22, 2023
AUSTINTOWN — It is with sadness we announce that Jimmy Kurek, 60, lost his struggle to dementia. He passed away Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Austintown Healthcare Center, which became his home in December 2022.
Jimmy was born May 25, 1963, the youngest of eight children, to John C. and Frances Schlosser Kurek. Jimmy was born with Down syndrome, and...
Larry H. McDevitt
Jun 22, 2023
AUSTINTOWN - Larry H. McDevitt, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2023, at Hospice House with his son by his side. Larry was born on January 28, 1947, in Salem, Ohio, a son of the late Clyde "Hank" and Pauline (Logan) McDevitt. He graduated from United Local High School in 1965. After graduation, Larry pursued his career as an engineer and...
Margaret Murphy
Jun 21, 2023
SHAKER HEIGHTS - Margaret Louise Murphy, 84, died peacefully Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at home surrounded by her family.
Born Sept. 1, 1938, in Youngstown, the daughter of Martin and Louise Michaels Dignan, Margaret grew up on the north side and attended Ursuline High School. She received her bachelor’s degree from Youngstown State University and later earned her Master's from Case Western University.
An...
John Thomas
Jun 16, 2023
POLAND — John “Jack” H. Thomas, 88, formerly of Ellsworth Township, passed away peacefully, Friday, June 16, 2023, at his daughter Jennifer’s home in Poland, where he resided since 2021.
Born in Youngstown, Nov. 29, 1934, to Howard and Olga Bunetta Thomas, he married Carol Jean Krempasky, July 16, 1955.
Jack graduated from Chaney High School in 1952 and enlisted...
Bernice Sturgeon
Jun 15, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN - Bernice Sturgeon, 92, died Thursday, June 15, 2023 at the Victoria House. She was born May 19, 1931, in Berlin Center, the daughter of the late Leroy and Grace Eckenrode Hilles. She was a graduate of Western Reserve High School and worked in the wire division at Packard Electric for 26 year until retiring. Bernice's...
Diane Pfau
Jun 15, 2023
BOARDMAN — Diane M. Pfau, 64, passed away peacefully, Thursday, June 15, 2023 at home, after an extended illness.
She was born July 18, 1958, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Dr. Robert and Ruth Enright Bruchs.
Diane attended Ursuline High School and went on to obtain a degree in nursing. She worked as a nurse for several years...
Joan Sauline
Jun 14, 2023
POLAND — Joan Sauline went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, June 14, 2023.
She was born May 26, 1944, in Euclid.
She leaves behind her husband, Patrick, of Poland. They were married for 57 years.
Joan had three children, Christen and her husband, Tom Mizikar, of Greensburg, Pa.; Emily and her husband, Brian Hubert, of Boardman, along with their...
William J. Morgante
Jun 14, 2023
RALEIGH, N.C. — On Wednesday, June 14, 2023, William James Morgante, devoted husband and father, passed away at the age of 95.
Bill was born Oct. 27,1927, in Youngstown, to Vincenzo and Rose Morgante, who immigrated to the U.S. in 1914 from Italy. He served in the Navy in World War II on the USS North Carolina.
He married the...
Irene V. Tkatch
Jun 14, 2023
POLAND — Irene V. Tkatch, 91, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Briarfield Place.
Irene was born July 29, 1931, the daughter of Michael and Gertrude Miller Vobrak, in Ambridge, Pa. She graduated from St. Veronica High School in Ambridge and went on to receive her Bachelor of Science degree in 1952 from Clarion...
Thomas F. Fullerman
Jun 14, 2023
CANFIELD — Thomas F. Fullerman, 74, passed peacefully, Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Hospice House.
He was born Feb. 5, 1949, in Youngstown, a son of Charles and Kathleen Nolan Fullerman.
Thomas was a 1967 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and an Army veteran. He was the owner of Fat Tommy’s Tires.
Thomas had a passion for riding his...
Gary M Marasovich
Jun 13, 2023
Marasovich 1958-2023
POLAND — Gary M. Marasovich, 65, passed away with his family by his side Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
Gary was born March 1, 1958, in Youngstown, a son of the late Andrew and Violette Stipanich Marasovich. Gary was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and received his chemical engineering degree from...
Joseph Bednar
Jun 11, 2023
CARMEL, Ind. — Joseph Bednar, 90, passed away peacefully, Sunday, June 11, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis, Ind.
Joe was born May 25, 1933, in Campbell, to Anna Biros Bednar and Steven Bednar. He lived in Canfield for 48 years before moving to Carmel, Ind., four years ago to be closer to his daughter and her family.
He graduated...
Esther Raffa
Jun 8, 2023
AUSTINTOWN — Esther Woodrow Raffa, 87, passed away peacefully surrounded by family Thursday, June 8, 2023.
She was born in Yellow Creek Township, Wellsville, on Dec. 16, 1935, to the late Fred and Ollie Woodrow, and was sister of the late Doris Woodrow Brown and the late James L. Woodrow.
In 1948, she became a member of Oak Ridge...
Ruth Jane Grinta
Jun 8, 2023
AUSTINTOWN - Ruth Jane Grinta, 94, leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness after passing peacefully June 8, 2023 at home with family.
To know Ruth was to know you were in the presence of an extraordinarily special person. Beyond her multitude of talents, she will be remembered for her radiant optimism, incredible mind, warmth and generosity. Small in stature with a smile that...
Kreg Dietzel
Jun 7, 2023
POLAND - Kreg Dietzel, 62, passed away at his home on June 7th, 2023. Kreg was born on September 14th, 1960 in Youngstown, to Neville C. Dietzel and Geraldine A. Smith George.Kreg graduated from Poland Seminary High School and pursued a career in computer science as a computer programmer. Apart from his love for technology, Kreg enjoyed fishing and gardening.Kreg...
Rosemary Lazar
Jun 5, 2023
CANFIELD - Rosemary Lazar, 95, died June 5,2023 at St. Elizabeth's hospital surrounded by her family.
A lifelong resident of Youngstown, Rosemary was born June 3, 1928, the daughter of the late Pasquale and Mary (Diana) Lucarell.
She was a 1946 graduate of The Rayen School. At Rayen, she made lifelong friends, her club girls, that met regularly well...
John L. "Jack" Prest
Jun 5, 2023
BOARDMAN - John L. “Jack” Prest, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend passed away peacefully on June 5th, 2023 with his loving family by his side.
Jack was born on December 18th, 1951 in Youngstown, to his loving parents, the late John and Martha (Millich) Prest.Jack graduated from YSU with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. After graduation,...
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