Mar 15, 2021

MINERAL RIDGE — Marianne C. Nichols, 84, died peacefully Monday, March 15, 2021, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge, surrounded by her family.

Marianne was born July 2, 1936, in Berlin, Germany, the daughter of Herbert and Emma Haase Zender.

She came to the United States in 1957 after meeting her husband, Joseph A. Nichols,...

Mar 14, 2021

CANFIELD — Lois Jean Bova, 88, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, March 14, 2021, at the Inn at Christine Valley in Youngstown.

Lois was born Oct. 3, 1932, in Niles, a daughter of Michael and Mary Modarelli Chirichigno.

In her youth, she was a soloist at Sacred Heart Church and sang for many weddings. She...

Mar 12, 2021

AUSTINTOWN — James R. Ashby, 65, died peacefully Friday afternoon, March 12, 2021, at Hospice House surrounded by his family.

James was born April 17, 1955, in Youngstown, the son of Earl and Betty Davidson Ashby Jr.

He was a graduate of Hubbard High School and a veteran of the United States Navy.

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Mar 6, 2021

POLAND — Stanley D. Guzell Jr., Ph.D., known as Stan or Butch to his family and firends, passed away after a long and courageous battle from acute myleoid leukemia, Saturday, March 6, 2021.

He was born in Canonsburg, Pa., on March 13, 1947, and lived in nearby Strabane.

He grew up knowing and sharing in the...

Mar 3, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN - Johnnie Faye Huber, 87, passed away Wednesday morning at her home with her family by her side.

She was born December 19, 1933 in Ellijay, GA, to the late John and Vesta (Miller) Pence.

Johnnie graduated from Springfield High School, where she was very active in the drama club and held the leading...

Mar 2, 2021

DIAMOND - Kurt J. DiLisio, 72, passed away early Tuesday morning at Hospice House. He was born December 19, 1948 in Inglewood, CA, a son of the late Harry and Theresa (Lentine) DiLisio. Kurt was a 1967 graduate of Hubbard High School.  He served his country by joining the Navy Sea Bees where he was honorably discharged in 1971....

Mar 2, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN - Jeffrey S. McCollum, 46, died peacefully Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at University Hospital surrounded  by his loving family. Jeffrey was born April 2, 1974, in Youngstown, the son of Paul N. and Josephine T Skala McCollum. He was a graduate of Chaney High School and earned an Associates degree as an Electrical Technician. Jeffrey previously worked for...

Mar 2, 2021

NORTH LIMA — Ronald D. Handwork, 81, passed away Tuesday March 2, 2021, at his home.

He was born Aug. 1, 1939, in Youngstown, a son of the late John and Doris Graham Handwork.

Ronald started a career at Fithians Vault Co. in 1957 until 1970. In 2000, he retired from GM Lordstown. He was...

Mar 1, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — Sally Jean Reeder Tomasic, 76, peacefully entered eternal life Monday, March 1, 2021, while holding her sister Susie’s hand.

Sally was born Jan. 11, 1945, to Robert and Mildred Reeder. In 1963, she graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and went on to receive her cosmetology license. She proceeded to work at several salons, including...

Feb 24, 2021

PEORIA, Ill. — It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Janette M. Jaros Alt, 78, formerly of Struthers, who passed away peacefully at home with family at her side, Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021.

Janette, affectionately known as “Jan,” was born Dec. 26, 1942, in Youngstown, the daughter of John M. and Mary Jane...

Feb 24, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — On Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, Beatrice M. “Betty” Scahill, 92, departed this life peacefully at home.

A private memorial ritual was held at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home on March 1, 2021, officiated by the Rev. Leo Wehrlin from St. Christine Parish, where she had been a member for 56 years.

Beatrice was born May...

Feb 23, 2021

BOARDMAN - Richard John O’Brien passed away peacefully at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by his loved ones the morning of February 23rd at the age of 66 after a 2 month battle with cancer.

He was born on March 26 th 1954, in Youngstown Ohio.

He married his wife, Susan (Mayo) O’Brien on August 18,...

Feb 21, 2021

CAMPBELL — Lynn Ann Such, 60, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, Feb. 21, 2021, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family and friends.

Lynn was born Sept. 1, 1960, in Youngstown, the daughter of Darrell and Gloria Stalnaker McCabe.

She was a 1978 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and worked many...

Feb 16, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN - Velma A. Ramps, 99, passed away Tuesday evening at her home with her family by her side. She was born February 11, 1922 in Collier, PA, a daughter of the late Andrew and Emilia (Lech) Czekanski. Velma was a member of St. Luke Church, where she served her time as a lector, eucharistic minister, and liturgy member.  She devoted...

Feb 16, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN - Nadine E. Ruess, 82, passed away Tuesday at Austinwoods.

She was born April 23, 1938 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Russell and Pauline (Milakovich) Lewis.

Nadine graduated from South High School.  She was a former realtor at Century 21 and then worked many years at Southside Hospital managing their switchboards.  Nadine...

Feb 15, 2021

BOARDMAN — Rudy J. Zemelka, 70, died suddenly Monday morning, Feb. 15, 2021, in the emergency room at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.

Rudy was born Sept. 3, 1950, the son of Frank and Christine Glever Zemelka. After graduating from St. Clairsville High School, he attended Ohio University and later graduated from the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy....

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...

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...

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...

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...