Obituaries
Charles Cartwright
Feb 14, 2021
NEW MIDDLETOWN — Charles Henry Cartwright, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, at his son’s home, with his family by his side.
He was born Aug. 18, 1938, in Youngstown, a son of the late Charles H. Jr. and Mary Conroy Cartwright.
Charles was a 1956 graduate of Ursuline High School and...
Alice Stavich Klempay
Feb 13, 2021
CANFIELD — Alice Stavich Klempay, 87, passed away peacefully at her seasonal home in Canfield on Feb. 13, 2021, following a six-month convalescence.
Alice and her husband, Edward “Butch” Klempay, were residents of Fort Myers, Fla. She passed away with her family at her side, providing care and love throughout her final six months.
Alice...
Patricia Dixon
Feb 13, 2021
YOUNGSTOWN — Patricia A. Dixon, 83, passed away at home on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021.
She was born July 30, 1937, to Alice Clarke and William Boslough in Sharon, Pa.
Patricia graduated from Sharon High School in 1955 and graduated from Trumbull Memorial Hospital School of Nursing as a registered nurse in 1958. She went...
Larry Steinman
Feb 12, 2021
STEINMAN, LARRY WAYNE, 81, of Fairfax, Virginia, husband of Laura Walsh-Steinman, passed away February 12, 2021 in his home.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Ruth (Worstein) Steinman, and two brothers, Buddy and Eddie Steinman.
He is survived by his wife, Laura; brothers Lavern Steinman of Springfield, Ohio; Dean Steinman of Silver...
Anita D’Eramo
Feb 10, 2021
POLAND — Anita Grace D’Eramo, 87, passed away Wednesday evening, Feb. 10, 2021, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.
She was born June 5, 1933, in Mahoningtown, Pa., a daughter of Frank Dominick and Emma Margaret Nocera Dattilo.
After graduating from New Castle High School in 1951, Anita attended Franco Beauty Academy in Pittsburgh, completing...
Helen Grodski
Feb 7, 2021
ALLIANCE — Helen A. Grodski, 98, passed away Sunday morning, Feb. 7, 2021, at her daughter’s home in Alliance.
She was born May 4, 1922, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Paul and Katherine Yadioha Stadnik.
Helen retired from Kirkmere School after 41 years as a custodian. She was a member of St. Joseph...
Jackie Skinner
Feb 4, 2021
NORTH JACKSON - Mr. Jackie "Jack" H. Skinner, 83, died peacefully early Thursday, February 4, 2021, at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with kidney disease. Jack was born May 11, 1937, in Stratton, OH, the son of Stanley and Maude (Mellott) Skinner. He graduated high school in Florida and spent his early years on construction...
Kathryn Wargacki
Feb 4, 2021
YOUNGSTOWN — Kathryn R. Wargacki, 100, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021, at her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Punta Gorda, Fla.
Kathryn was born June 20, 1920, in Youngstown, the daughter of Nicholas and Mary Katinsky Terlecky.
Kathryn worked for US Steel Corp as a data entry operator until...
Matthew Flis
Feb 4, 2021
MEDINA — Matthew R. Flis, 39, passed away Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021.
He was born May 13, 1981, in Youngstown.
Matthew was a 1999 graduate of Poland Seminary High School and received a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Mount Union College. He was honorably discharged in 2012 after serving his country in the Army,...
Richard Leone
Jan 29, 2021
YOUNGSTOWN — Richard E. Leone, 72, passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, surrounded by his children.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 24 years, Valerie M. Gall Leone, who passed away in 1999, and is survived by their children, Richard (Megan) Leone, Kimberly (Anthony) Carmello, David (Emily) Leone and Kathryn Leone (Jason Farrell)....

Margaret Pierson
Jan 29, 2021
Austintown - Margaret A. Pierson, 87, passed away Friday morning, January 29, 2021 at Humility House. She was born August 26, 1933 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late, James L. and Catherine (Welsh) Charles. Margaret graduated from Ursuline High School. She dedicated her life to taking care of her family and raising her ten children. Margaret loved traveling...
Corey Michaliszyn
Jan 29, 2021
CANFIELD – Corey Michaliszyn, 48, peacefully passed away January 29, 2021, after a long battle with brain cancer.
Corey was born on Oct. 13, 1972, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania but spent most of his childhood and early adult life in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was a lover of music, movies, and video gaming. He was a great guitarist and...
Madeline Miller
Jan 29, 2021
YOUNGSTOWN — Madeline E. Miller, 96, passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2021.
Madeline was born April 16, 1924, in Youngstown, to the late Joseph and Mary Ellen Gaffney Donnelly.
She was the most loving and special wife to Ernest Miller, who died Jan. 1, 1973.
Madeline was also predeceased by her siblings, Mary...
Gabriel Mraz
Jan 29, 2021
SALEM — Gabriel G. “Gabe” Mraz, 73, passed away Friday morning, Jan. 29, 2021, at his home with his family by his side.
He was born June 1, 1947, in Youngstown, a son of the late Michael and Anne (Tovtin) Mraz.
Gabe was a 1965 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. He served his country...
Adele Glista
Jan 29, 2021
Adele Glista, 100, of Youngstown died Friday morning, January 29, 2021 in St. Elizabeth’s Youngstown Hospital after a brief illness.
Born November 17, 1920 in Youngstown, she was the daughter of the late John and Caroline (Bak) Pachut.
Adele was a lifetime resident of Youngstown and a 1938 graduate of South High School January class. ...
Dr. George Saadey
Jan 28, 2021
BOARDMAN — George A. Saadey, D.D.S., 85, passed away Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021.
Dr. Saadey was born Dec. 7, 1935, in Youngstown, a son of Anton and Minerva Abraham Saadey. He was the sixth of nine children. He graduated from East High School in 1954 and was a proud member of the East High School Golden Bears...
David Bundschu
Jan 27, 2021
CANFIELD - David A. Bundschu, 77, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Hospice House.
He was born October 5, 1943 in Youngstown, a son of the late Alfred and Margaret (Carlson) Bundschu.
David was a 1961 graduate of South High School and received an Associate's Degree from Youngstown College. He was honorably discharged from the...
Donald D'Andrea
Jan 27, 2021
Hubbard - On a crisp Wednesday afternoon. January 27,2021, Donald Paul D’Andrea passed peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 80.
Donald was born March 6, 1940 in Youngstown, Ohio the son of Lucia D’Andrea. His mother passed when Donald was only four years old. He was raised by Samuel and Pauline Manno. He was a...
Donald Fusco
Jan 25, 2021
AUSTINTOWN — Donald J. Fusco, 86, died unexpectedly Monday, Jan. 25, 2021, at his home.
Donald was born Jan. 20, 1935, in Youngstown, the son of Guy and Ann Carone Fusco.
He graduated valedictorian from North High School and attended Youngstown State University.
Donald worked for GE and RCA as a senior technician...

Felicia Young
Jan 25, 2021
POLAND — Felicia June Young, 96, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, Jan. 25, 2021, with her family by her side.
She was born Jan. 16, 1925, in New Kensington, Pa., a daughter of the late Joseph and Felicia Smith Zapor.
Felicia was a graduate of South High School. Following high school, she...
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