May 1, 2022

COLUMBUS - Mary Catherine Morocco, 26, died unexpectedly Sunday, May 1, 2022 at home. Mary was born January 15, 1996, in Ft. Myers, FL, the daughter of Joseph and Sheila Magrini Morocco. She was a graduate of Byron Nelson High School in Ft. Worth, Texas. Mary also received an Associates degree from Tarrant Community College. Mary worked as a...

Apr 30, 2022

SALEM — John E. Yankowsi Sr., 80, died Saturday, April 30, 2022, at his residence, with his family by his side.

He was born April 15, 1942, in Youngstown, to parents Edmund C. and Lorraine V. Cahill Yankowski.

John was a graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and worked for General Motors for 34 1/2...

Apr 28, 2022

GIRARD — James Huish, 76, died peacefully at home, Thursday, April 28, 2022, with his family by his side.

James was born Sept. 14, 1945, in Youngstown, the son of Edward and Ruth Huish.

He worked as a tool and die maker for General Furniture and retired from Youngstown Tool and Die.

James...

Apr 27, 2022

WESTERVILLE - Allen Robert Speedy, 54, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Wednesday, April, 27, 2022 at his home. He was born May 21, 1967, in Athens, Ohio, the son of Robert A. Speedy and Esther J. Carnahan, and the twin brother to Amy. Allen graduated from Champion High School, Class of 1985, where he participated in band and...

Apr 24, 2022

Youngstown - Douglas James Levar, 69, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2022, at St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. He was born October 4, 1952, in Cleveland, the son of Louis and Natalie (Kolmorgen) Levar. Douglas was a graduate of Orange High School and worked at Save-A-Lot. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time outdoors, whether it was gardening or...

Apr 21, 2022

ELYRIA - Jane S. Herbert, 98, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, April 21, 2022, at her home, with her family at her side. She was born Jan. 3, 1924, in Campbell, the daughter of the late Andrew and Nellie Bozek Woloszyn. Jane dedicated her life to being a wife and raising her children. Jane is survived by her three...

Apr 18, 2022

STRUTHERS - Thomas H. Varley, 76, died peacefully Monday, April 18, 2022 at Briarfield Place with his family by his side.

Tom was born July 3, 1945, in Youngstown, the son of Thomas H. and Rose (Berendt) Varley.

He was a 1964 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School.

Tom began his career at...

Apr 17, 2022

STRUTHERS — Kathryn M. Mulhall, 87, died peacefully Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022, at Maplecrest Nursing Home.

Kathryn was born July 15, 1934, in North Lima, the daughter of Herman and Marie Roepke.

She worked in food service and managed several restaurants. More importantly, she was a homemaker who dedicated her life to raising her...

Apr 16, 2022

POLAND — Carl C. Chuirazzi, 92, passed away Saturday, April 16, 2022, at his home, with his loving wife, Annette, at his side.

Carl was born in Niles, to Nicola and Antoinette Pela Chuirazzi, on March 12, 1930.

He was a 1948 graduate of Niles McKinley High School, serving as president of his senior class....

Apr 14, 2022

CANFIELD — Lawrence A. “Larry” Teaberry Sr., age 101, died Thursday, April 14, 2022, at Omni Manor in Youngstown.

Lawrence was born Nov. 29, 1920, the son of Frank and Rose Teaberry. He was a graduate of Sharpsville High School and earned his bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from Youngstown College.

Larry served our country...

Apr 13, 2022

DIAMOND — James G. Zimmer, 67, died unexpectedly Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at home.

James was born March 25, 1955, in Pittsburgh, Pa., the son of Stephen and Ruth Ryan Zimmer.

He was a graduate of Baldwin High School in Pittsburgh.

James enjoyed drag racing in his spare time.

He is...

Apr 12, 2022

NEW MIDDLETOWN — Edward R. Tabaka, 61, passed away after a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer, Tuesday, April 12, 2022. He passed away in the home he built, with his family by his side.

Ed was born Sept. 12, 1960, in Youngstown, to the late Stephen J. and Frances Grusykowski Tabaka Sr. He was a longtime resident...

Apr 12, 2022

YOUNGSTOWN — Ted Michael Sprankle, 61, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022, of natural causes.

He was born March 28, 1961, in Youngstown.

Ted was a graduate of Boardman High School and worked as a line worker at Brentwood Originals for 32 years.

He is survived by his mother, Rose Marie Turnbull; brothers, Edward...

Apr 12, 2022

MIDDLETOWN — Antoinette M. Lillo, 99, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at Masternick Memorial Health Care Center.

She was born Dec. 25, 1922, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Giuseppe and Concetta Buccoli Bellitto.

Antoinette was a graduate of The Rayen School. She had a passion for cooking, working in the food industry...

Apr 12, 2022

BOARDMAN — Thomas B. Fagan Jr., 82, of Boardman, formerly of Lyndhurst, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022, becoming a guardian angel for “his three girls.”

Born June 1, 1939, he started working as a young boy, delivering milk and later bread early in the morning before school. After completing his education, he joined the Army, serving his...

Apr 10, 2022

YOUNGSTOWN — The Blessed Virgin Mary, and her Son, Jesus Christ, brought their child, Brendan Joseph Gilmartin, into their loving arms on Palm Sunday; to be reunited with Brendan’s loving Mother, Margaret Atsberger Gilmartin, adoring Father, Thomas Patrick Gilmartin Sr.

Brendan leaves behind in Prayer, his loving Son, Brendan Aloysius Gilmartin; Grandson, Brendan Aloysius Gilmartin Jr.; his...

Apr 10, 2022

POLAND - Eleanor D. Jannetti, 89, went to go home and walk with her Lord at 1:08a.m. Sunday, April 10 from her daughter’s house in Poland, OH.

Eleanor, affectionately known as Ellie, was born on May 11, 1932, in New Castle, PA, a daughter of Luciano and Anna (Morgan) Malizia. She grew up in New Castle, PA.

Apr 10, 2022

Frederick Gregory Bord, 87, of Youngstown, died peacefully with his family by his side on April 10, 2022. Fred was born on May 7, 1934 in Youngstown, the son of Harry L and M. Louise (McFarland) Bord.

Fred graduated from Ursuline High School and would attend his beloved Ohio State University before graduating from Youngstown State University....

Apr 9, 2022

CANFIELD — On Saturday, April 9, 2022, the Rev. Terrence J. Hazel, Pastor Emeritus, 72, kicked the bucket!

(The above wording was requested by Father Terry to hopefully make this tribute memorable and bring a smile to your face).

Father Terry was born May 21, 1949, in Youngstown, son of Hugh Kenneth and Mary Irene...

Apr 7, 2022

POLAND - Dr. J. Ronald Mikolich, 72, died peacefully at home, Thursday, April 7, 2022 surrounded by his family.

Ronald was born December 9, 1949, in Youngstown, the son of Galas and Anne Suhey Mikolich.

He was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and received his undergraduate degree from John Hopkins University. He graduated...