Dec 1, 2020

POLAND - George Pete, 88, passed away Tuesday at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center.He was born Oct. 28, 1932, in Youngstown, a son of the late George and Martha (Zavada) Pete.

George graduated from Campbell Memorial High School and was a member of St. Michael's Byzantine Church. He was a supervisor for Cold Metal Products and then...

Nov 30, 2020

LOWELLVILLE — Kelly J. Goricki, 39, passed away Monday, Nov. 30, 2020, at The Cleveland Clinic, after a short illness.

She was born May 27, 1981, in Youngstown, a daughter of Stephen and Carol Buckley Goricki.

Kelly was a 1999 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School. She loved singing karaoke with her friends and going...

Nov 29, 2020

Youngstown....On Sunday, November 29th, 2020, John Paul Hulburt Jr., the most loving son, brother, and uncle we could ask for, passed away suddenly in his home, at the age of 47. Johnny was born April 19th, 1973 in Youngstown, Ohio. Johnny was a graduate of Fitch High School and MCJVS class of 1991. Johnny was an excellent carpenter/cabinet maker....

Nov 29, 2020

POLAND — William J. “Bill” Brennan, 88, of Poland, died Sunday evening, Nov. 29, 2020, at his home.

Bill was born Oct. 26, 1932, in Boston, the son of William J. and Regina (Jennings) Brennan, and moved to Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, in 1945.

Mr. Brennan earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Holy Cross College in...

Nov 28, 2020

NORTH JACKSON — Wilma J. Pitt, 82, went to be with the Lord Jesus on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital, surrounded by her family.

Wilma was born May 6, 1938, in Dry Hill, Pa., the daughter of Henry Walter and Sarah Torrence Robaugh.

Wilma was a graduate of Scottdale High School...

Nov 27, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — David Jendre, 66, passed away early Friday, Nov. 27, 2020, at his home. He was born Jan. 16, 1954, in Youngstown, a son of Merle and Margaret Stickel Jendre. David graduated from Chaney High School. He devoted his life to following his dreams as an actor, musician, choreographer and director. His second home was with his acting...

Nov 23, 2020

AUSTINOWN - A Mass celebrating the life of Dennis Voytko, who passed away on November 23, 2020 from Covid related issues, will be held at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish on Saturday May 29, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. There will be calling hours one hour before the service at the church. Masks are still required and social distancing practices...

Nov 21, 2020

CANFIELD — Escarlito Uminga Sevilla, M.D., FACS, 77, passed away at his home early Saturday morning, Nov. 21, 2020, surrounded by his family.

He was born Nov. 23, 1942, in Balungao, Pangasinan, Philippines, a son of Emilio and Segunda Sevilla.

Dr. Sevilla graduated with a doctor of medicine and surgery degree from the University of...

Nov 21, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Michael Duby, 69, passed away Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020, at his residence, with his loving family by his side.

He was born Oct. 17, 1951, in Grayling, Mich., a son of Roy and Lorraine Hale Duby.

Michael was a graduate of Gerrish-Higgins High School in Michigan and worked at General Motors on the...

Nov 20, 2020

AUSTINTOWN — Robert Martin Lenton, 94, passed away Friday, Nov. 20, 2020, at his residence. He was born Nov. 13, 1926, in Campbell, a son of Anthony P. Letoha and Julianna Kenczel Letoha. Robert was a 1944 graduate of Campbell High School. On Feb. 21, 1945, he enlisted in the Navy and served during World War II. He was...

Nov 19, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Paul B. Bernard, 51, died late Thursday night, Nov. 19, 2020, at University Hospital, surrounded by his family.

Paul was born May 26, 1969, in Youngstown, the son of Ronald E. and Catherine A. Hryb Bernard.

He was a graduate of Fitch High School and attended Hiram College.

Paul worked as...

Nov 19, 2020

Avon - James Francis Durkin, 81, passed away peacefully at home November 19, 2020.

He was born August 5, 1939 in Youngstown, son of the late John and Bridget (Devaney) Durkin.  Jim was a graduate of Ursuline High School, Army Veteran, and attended Youngstown State University.  He was a civil servant and foreman for the Youngstown Water...

Nov 18, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN - Edra M. Cathcart, 85, died peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020 at Hospice House surrounded by her family. Edra was born July 5, 1935, in New Millport, PA, the daughter of Thomas and Alice (Snyer) Irwin. Edra came to the area in 1957 and worked at Mahoning National Bank as a teller for 17 years, retiring in 1996....

Nov 18, 2020

Lowellville - Mary Jo Phillips 64, died Nov. 18, 2020 at her residence. Mary Jo was born January 5, 1956 in Gallitzin, PA, the daughter of Joseph J. and Evelyn (Cox) Phillips. She was a graduate of Boardman High School. Mary Jo was always known for her big heart and always being there for everybody. She enjoyed cooking, dancing,...

Nov 18, 2020

BOARDMAN — Terry Evans, 59, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. She was born Feb. 10, 1961, in Youngstown, daughter of the late Theresa Cicatiello and Edward Rauschenbach. Terry grew up on the West Side of Youngstown and was a proud 1979 Chaney graduate. Most recently, Terry was a community healthcare worker for United...

Nov 17, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN - Stacy Lee Burns, 44, departed this life unexpectedly on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020. To the surprise of her parents, Stacy uniquely arrived on Oct. 24, 1976, in Dunkirk, NY, followed by her identical triplet sisters Amanda and Cara. Her life of adventures and her passion for helping others led her to accomplish a Master of Science in...

Nov 17, 2020

COLUMBUS — Ethel Regina “Reggie” Welsch, 87, died peacefully in her sleep Tuesday morning, Nov. 17, 2020.

Reggie was a rare person who never met a stranger. To meet her was to know her, and to know her was to love her.

Regina was born Sept. 18, 1933, and grew up in the shadows of...

Nov 17, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Susan E. Cue, 74, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, after a brief illness.

Susan was born Feb. 24, 1946 in Youngstown, a daughter of Henry Klenner and Jean Paul Megla.

Susan worked as a delivery driver for Konica Film for many years. She enjoyed the travels of the job as it...

Nov 15, 2020

POLAND — Joseph A. Pompeo, 83, passed away Sunday morning, Nov. 15, 2020, at Hospice House. He was born May 17, 1937 in Pacentro, in the province of L’Aquila in Abruzzo, Italy, a son of the late Alberto Pompeo and Bambina Centofanti. Joseph came to this area in 1951. He retired in 1990 as a billet roller for Youngstown...

Nov 14, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Karen Sue Jamieson Al-Sharif, 65, of Youngstown, passed away Saturday, Nov. 14, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, surrounded by her four children and mother. Karen was born May 16, 1955, in Sharon, Pa., the daughter of Harland and Emily Jamieson. She was a 1973 graduate of Hubbard High School and a 1976 graduate of the Choffin...