Jun 16, 2022

DALLAS — Ela Elvines, 94, formerly of Youngstown, died Thursday, June 16, 2022, at Medical City Dallas Hospital, with her family by her side.

Ela was born Jan. 1, 1928, in Joliet, Ill., the daughter of Arthur and Sarah McSkimming Elvines.

She worked as the manager in corporate payroll for GF Furniture Systems for 41...

Jun 15, 2022

WARREN — Frederick T. Bell, 98, died peacefully Wednesday, June 15, 2022, at the home of his daughter, Susan, who was his caregiver the past five years.

Fred was born June 13, 1924, in Youngstown, the son of the late Mike and Helen Stretafski Bell.

He was a graduate of South High School.

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Jun 15, 2022

AUSTINTOWN - Dr. Jagdish Chand Mehra, 87, died peacefully Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at the Hospice House.  Jagdish enjoyed a 38-year career at Youngstown State University as a Professor of Economics.  He had a thirst for knowledge, lived life on his own terms, and while reserved in nature, he loved his family. Jagdish was born on November 12, 1934,...

Jun 15, 2022

Youngstown — Edward H. Price III, 75, of Youngstown, was called home to be with our Lord on Wednesday morning, June 15, 2022, at The Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by his loving family.

Edward was born Feb. 1, 1947, in Youngstown, a son of Edward H. Jr. and Catherine L. Eddleblute Price. He was a 1965 Boardman High...

Jun 13, 2022

CANFIELD — Carol A. Duvall, 81, passed away Monday, June 13, 2022.

She was born June 23, 1940, in Youngstown, a daughter of James and Helen Gaytko Degli-Uomini.

Carol was a 1958 graduate of Chaney High School and a 1962 graduate of Ohio Northern University, where she studied pharmacy. She became one of the first...

Jun 13, 2022

AUSTINTOWN — James F. Spencer Sr., 83, passed away Monday, June 13, 2022, after a two-year courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loved ones, who will continue his legacy.

He was the husband of Andrea “Babe” Spencer. They shared 56 years of a loving marriage together.

Born in Youngstown, he was the son of...

Jun 11, 2022

CANFIELD — Dr. Madeleine Haggerty died peacefully at her home on Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the age of 82, with her family by her side.

Dr. Haggerty was born Nov. 4, 1939, in Cherry Valley, Pa., to John Bertovich and Zelinda Panconi Bertovich. She spent most of her life in Youngstown and attended Ursuline High School,...

Jun 11, 2022

NEW MIDDLETOWN — Charles A. Serenko died peacefully at his home Saturday, June 11, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born Dec. 6, 1956, in Youngstown, a son of Andrew and Theresa Tabaka Serenko.

Charles was a 1975 graduate of Poland Seminary High School and worked for Marucci and Gaffney Excavating as...

Jun 9, 2022

CANFIELD — Kasey Conricote, 28, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 9, 2022.

Kasey, affectionately known by family and friends as Kasey “Marie,” was born Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 1994, a son of James and Gail Conricote.

He graduated from Youngstown State University Police Academy. After graduation, he was a valued member of the Mercy Health...

Jun 8, 2022

POLAND - David T. McLeroy (Dave), 73, passed away Wednesday June 8th, 2022.

David was born January 15, 1949 in Bremen Alabama to John Paul McLeroy and Berla Ralph.

He graduated from Highland High School and went on to earn a Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University.

David was President and...

Jun 6, 2022

POLAND - Dolores J. "Dolly" Wilson, 92, died peacefully on June 6, 2022 at the Woodlands Assisted Living Facility in Poland, Ohio.

Dolly was born on April 23, 1930, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of Roger and Gladys (Gregory) Heard. Her husband, William "Bill" Wilson to whom she was married for 53 years preceded her in death...

Jun 3, 2022

BOARDMAN - Carmen J. Vecchione, 98, passed away Friday June 3, 2022 at St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital with his family by his side. He was born May 31, 1924, in Youngstown, a son of the late George and Celeste Leone Vecchione. Carmen graduated from South High School. In 1943, he entered the Army and fought during WWII. He was...

Jun 3, 2022

POLAND — Lloyd Robert Brenner Sr., 88, died peacefully Friday, June 3, 2022, at Masternick Memorial Nursing Home, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Lloyd was born Nov. 9, 1933, in Youngstown, the son of the late Don and Lorena Keast Brenner.

He was a 1951 graduate of Chaney High School and enlisted in...

Jun 2, 2022

SALEM - Robert Joseph "Dirt" Minamyer, 40, died Thursday at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman following a short illness, surrounded by his family. Joe was born July 9, 1981, in East Liverpool, the son of Richard and Lisa Minamyer Smith. He was a 1999 graduate of East Palestine High School, where he threw shot put and discus for the...

Jun 2, 2022

CANFIELD - Mrs. Rita May Lyons, 83, died peacefully, surrounded by family, Monday, May 30, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. Rita was born June 17, 1938, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Cleatus and Rita Wiot. Her husband, John "Jack" Lyons, to whom she was married for 56 years, preceded her in death in 2016. Rita was a graduate...

May 31, 2022

POLAND — Anthony M. Smaldino Sr., 84, died peacefully Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, surrounded by his family.

Anthony was born April 9, 1938, in Youngstown, the son of Michael and Rose Armeni Smaldino.

Anthony “Tony” lived an incredible life. He was the youngest of four children and grew up on...

May 31, 2022

YOUNGSTOWN — Patsy S. Zizzo, 91, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Briarfield at Ashley Circle.

Patsy was born Feb. 2, 1931, in Ward, W.Va., the daughter of Fred and Iona Dean Dangerfield.

Patsy worked as an office manager for 23 years for Dr. Bertram Katz and later as an assistant manager for...

May 30, 2022

AUSTINTOWN - Anton Bogyi, 90, passed away Monday, May 30, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital surrounded by his immediate family. He was born March 31, 1932, in Nitra, Czechoslovakia, a son of the late Martin and Maria Valeria Bogyi. He immigrated to the United States in 1968 and loved this country. In his youth, he enjoyed playing sports...

May 30, 2022

AUSTINTOWN — Anna Marie McGahagan, 93, passed away at her home with her family by her side Monday, May 30, 2022.

She was born June 16, 1928, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Raymond James and Anna Marie Frain Biggins.

Anna Marie met the love of her life, Tom, and they married Sept. 3,...

May 29, 2022

NORTH JACKSON - Johnene Marie DeMarco, 60, passed away May 29, 2022 at UH Portage Hospital. She was born March 9, 1962, in Youngstown, a daughter of John L. and Eileen T. (Mayoras) DeMarco. Johnene was a 1980 graduate of Western Reserve High School. She was a master of all trades and was a natural born artist with a...