Obituaries
Judith A. McElhaney
Sep 22, 2025
NORTH JACKSON - Judith A. McElhaney, 82, passed away peacefully at her home on September 22, 2025.
Born on April 22, 1943, in Alliance, Ohio, she was the daughter of Walter and Hazel Brewer Gibson.
Judith's journey began at Alliance High School, after which she pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Mount Union College. Early in her career, she worked briefly...
James P. DeMichele
Sep 20, 2025
MINERAL RIDGE — James P. Demichele, 74, died Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge.
He was born May 6, 1951, in Youngstown, a son of the late Patrick DeMichele and Georgia Vitullio DeMichele.
James was a 1969 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School. His education continued at Youngstown State University and Ohio State University. He loved golfing and...
Karen Lee Kohli
Sep 19, 2025
Calling hours will be from 9 to 10:50 a.m. on Tuesday September 23, 2025 followed by a Prayers and Cremation Ceremony at 11 a.m. at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Boardman-Canfield Chapel, 3701 Starr Center Drive, Canfield, for Karen Prindle Kohli, beloved wife of Dr. Chander Kohli, mother of Nisha Kohli Swain and the late Aneal Kohli. Karen was a philanthropist and...
Jenny Bajgier
Sep 18, 2025
Jenny Bajgier, a remarkable woman, passed away on September 18, 2025, just shy of her 95th birthday.
Born on September 25, 1930, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Jenny dedicated her life to the service of others with passion and grace. As a devoted cardiovascular nurse at St. Elizabeth Youngstown, she touched the lives of countless patients throughout her distinguished career. Her unwavering commitment...
Matthew Allen Thompson
Sep 14, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN - Matthew Allen Thompson, born January 2, 1964, passed away September 8, 2025 in his home. Matt was born in Cleveland, Ohio and spent much of his life in Leavittsburg, Ohio, serving as a devoted caretaker for his beloved parents who preceded him in death, Jack & Phillis Gray. He'd recently moved to Austintown, Ohio to a home about...
Louis DeSimone
Sep 11, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN - Louis DeSimone, passed away September 11, 2025, while celebrating his 57th wedding anniversary in Ireland, at the age of 77.
Born on September 23, 1947, in Pittsburgh, Pa., a son of the late Louis and Italia Scotti DeSimone.A proud graduate of Central Catholic High School in Pittsburgh, Louis went on to earn his Bachelor's Degree from Youngstown College....
Ronald Sinesio
Sep 10, 2025
POLAND - Ronald Sinesio, 76, died unexpectedly Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at home.
Son of the late Josephine (DelTondo) Sinesio and the late Valerio Sinesio; brother of the late Jerome Sinesio; godfather of Emily Spencer, Brian Spencer and Victoria Land; also survived by many loving cousins and dear friends.
Ron attended Cardinal Mooney High School, John Carroll University, Mount Union College, and...
Judith K. (Bartels) Cebriak
Sep 9, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN - Judith K. (Bartels) Cebriak, 83, of Austintown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday afternoon, September 9, 2025 at home with her family by her side. Following a 13-year remission from cancer, Judy courageously battled its recurrence over the past three years.
Born December 31, 1941, in Youngstown, Ohio, Judy was the only daughter of Robert F. "Fred" Bartels...
Sandra L. Williams
Sep 8, 2025
AUSTINTOWN - Sandra L. Williams, 73, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Briarfield at Ashley Circle, surrounded by her loved ones.
Sandy was born on April 29, 1952, in Youngstown, Ohio, to the late Robert T. Hanley and Eleanor (Mariotti) Hanley.
Sandra found joy in life's simple pleasures, relishing time spent camping with her husband, Robert A. Williams Jr., whom...
Nancy Ann (Tuchek) Mohney
Sep 5, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN - Nancy Ann Tuchek Mohney, 70, passed away on September 5, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.
She was born on October 23, 1954, in Youngstown, the daughter of Albert and Stella Gugliem Tuchek.
Nancy began her career working at US Steel before dedicating herself to being a homemaker, where she provided love and support to her family. A graduate...
Deborah M. Ramsey
Sep 5, 2025
AUSTINTOWN - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah M. Ramsey, 54, on September 5, 2025 at the Hospice House.
She was born on March 21, 1971, in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of Deborah Sinibaldi Simpson and James Lawrence. Deborah graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1989 and went on to earn her bachelor's degree...
Thomas Kovalchik
Sep 5, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN – Thomas L. Kovalchik, 77, of Youngstown’s West Side, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, September 5, 2025, at home with his family by his side, following complications from a fall in 2024.
Born October 27, 1947, in Youngstown’s “Monkey’s Nest” neighborhood on Crescent Street, Tom was the son of the late William F. Kovalchik Sr. and Mary E. (Pavlakovich)...
Beverly Jean Magda
Sep 4, 2025
CANTON - Beverly Jean Magda, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Bethany Nursing Home in Canton, Ohio surrounded by her family.
Beverly was born in Youngstown, Ohio, on June 13, 1935, to the late Raymond and Agnes (Kachurek) White. She graduated from Chaney High School in 1953.
Beverly was married to Frank A. Magda on June 18, 1960,...
Betty Barwick
Sep 4, 2025
AUSTINTOWN — Betty Barwick, 92, died on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025.
She was born on Jan. 23, 1933, in Morgantown, W.Va., a daughter of Floyd Metheny and Violet Sprague Metheny.
Betty was a graduate of West Virginia University High School, where she played the slide trombone in the band.
She worked as a chef at Mr. B’s Catering, which later became Charly’s Family...
Lisa Parella-Fetty
Sep 4, 2025
CANFIELD - Lisa Parella-Fetty, 63, passed away peacefully at her home on September 4, 2025.
Born on December 8, 1961, in Youngstown, the daughter of Rudolph and Martha Loychik Parella.
A graduate of Villa Marie High School, Lisa furthered her education at Mount Union College. She began her professional journey as a bank teller at First Federal Bank, where she served the...
Thomas Lawrence Sullivan Jr.
Sep 3, 2025
Thomas Lawrence Sullivan Jr., passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, at the age of 75.
Tom was born July 3, 1950 in Youngstown, a son of the late Thomas L. and Lillian Potts Sullivan Sr.
Tom was a proud graduate of South High School, Class of 1969. He dedicated 38 years of his life to Goodwill Industries, where he first honed...
Lauretta S. Klempay
Sep 3, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN - Lauretta S. Klempay, 76, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, at Austintown Emergency, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on September 22, 1948, in Youngstown, the daughter of John and Margaret Potts Smith.
Lauretta graduated from South High School. Her career as a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) in private home health was marked by her dedication...
Travis Golladay
Sep 2, 2025
Travis A. Golladay passed away Tuesday morning, Sept. 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Travis was born Jan. 23, 1974, in Salem, to parents James and Gloria Williams Golladay.
He was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School in 1992 and Marietta College with a degree in marketing and advertising in 1996.
Travis met his person, Nicole, 24 years ago. Together they...
Kathleen Kane
Aug 25, 2025
CANFIELD - Kathleen Barbara (Ritz) Kane, a cherished mother, grandmother, educator and friend died peacefully surrounded by her family on August 25, 2025. She was 78.
Kathy was born November 9, 1946, in Youngstown, OH, the fourth child of Cecila (Mauser) and John Ritz. A 1964 graduate of East High School, she was an excellent student, talented majorette and accomplished sprinter....
David Torrence
Aug 24, 2025
EAST PALESTINE — David “Dub” Torrence, 86, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge, with his family by his side.
David was born Dec. 24, 1938, in East Palestine, the son of David Torrence and Rosina Olivetti Torrence, who were both immigrants from Italy. They moved to East Palestine, where David went to East...
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