Nov 9, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Stephen Dutko, 56, died peacefully early Monday morning, Nov. 11, 2020, at Vibra Hospital, with his family by his side.

Stephen was born March 5, 1964, in Youngstown, the son of Louis and Josephine Lariccia Dutko.

He earned an associate degree from Youngstown State University and worked as a manager for Goodwill.

Nov 9, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Lynne Edl Balla, 75, left our world on Monday, Nov. 9, 2020. Lynne, a loving and kind caregiver, was an advocate for the underdog, full of empathy for humans and animals alike. She is greatly missed. Born on the North Side of Youngstown in 1945, the daughter of John and Dorothy Ogrean Edl, Lynne graduated from Ursuline...

Nov 9, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Micchele Dominic Bellino, 87, died peacefully early Monday morning, Nov. 9, 2020, at Briarfield Manor Nursing Home.

Micchele was born Sept. 30 1933, in Youngstown, the son of Dominic and Marie DiSaboto Bellino.

He worked as a contractor and painter for many years for Ryland Homes and Kroger grocery store. Micchele also owned...

Nov 9, 2020

AUSTINTOWN — Nicholas J. Pachell Sr., 56, peacefully passed away Monday afternoon, Nov. 9, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.

Nicholas was born Jan. 22, 1964, in Youngstown, the son of Richard and Concetta DeLuca Pachell.

He was a 1982 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. After high school, he enlisted in the Army, where...

Nov 8, 2020

New Middletown..... Laura L. Donahey ,57,  was called home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Sunday evening, Nov.8, 2020 at University Hospital, Cleveland. She was born Jan. 8,1963, in Youngstown to Ernest and Jenny (McIntyre) Donahey.  Laura was an accountant for many years. She enjoyed taking her mom whom she resided with to Young At Heart...

Nov 7, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Geraldine “Geri” Anne DeLuca, 76, found her wings Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020. With her belief in God, she is at peace with her creator. Geraldine, more commonly known as Geri, was born Nov. 5, 1944, in Youngstown, the daughter of Dominic and Julia Rinko DeFelice. She was a graduate of Chaney High School. Geri was a restaurant proprietor...

Nov 7, 2020

BOARDMAN — Marlene C. Squire, 66, died Saturday, Nov. 7, 2020, at the Cleveland Clinic. Marlene was born Sept. 12, 1954, in Youngstown, the daughter of Thomas and Ruth Peterson Patterson. Marlene was a 1972 graduate of Poland High School. After raising her family, she worked as the assistant manager of the Vitamin Shoppe, before retiring. Marlene is survived...

Nov 6, 2020

SALEM — Eugene “Gene” Hergenrother, 86, died Friday morning, Nov. 6, 2020, at Salem Regional Medical Center.

Gene was born Sept. 6, 1934, in Salem, the son of Eugene and Anna Seifert Hergenrother. He was a 1952 graduate of Salem High School and was an Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. Gene was married to the...

Nov 5, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN - Patricia A. "Tish" Rezek Parrotto, 84, passed away peacefully Thursday November 5, 2020 at Antonine Village with her family by her side. Patricia was born August 16, 1936, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Frangi and Helen (Ford) Rezek. She was a 1955 graduate of East High School. After 43 years, she retired as an Admitting...

Nov 2, 2020

NEW WATERFORD — William A. Mullarkey, 71, passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2020, at his residence, with his loving family by his side, after a one-year battle with cancer.

He was born Nov. 18, 1948, in Youngstown to Thomas and Mary Rita (Riley) Mullarkey.

Bill graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1967. He was...

Nov 1, 2020

“Bill” C. Losiewicz, 70, passed away Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, at Fox Run Manor.

He was born Aug. 4, 1950, in Youngstown, to the late Frank and Rose (Balogh) Losiewicz. Bill married Denise Marie Pautot Oct. 14, 1972, and she preceded him in death June 5, 2006.

Bill is survived by his two sons, Bill...

Nov 1, 2020

STRUTHERS — We celebrate the life of Patricia Ann Crittenden Naples, whom Jesus called home on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020. Born April 24, 1937, in Struthers, Pat was the daughter of the late Lester and Esther Blakeslee Crittenden. Pat attended Struthers High School, where she played saxophone, was head majorette, and was voted “Best Dressed” by her classmates before graduating...

Oct 30, 2020

POLAND - Ruth C. "Jo" Ferry Burns, 89, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, Oct. 30, 2020, with her loving children at her side. Ruth was born Dec. 15, 1930, in New Castle, Pa., to Irwin and Elizabeth (Murray) Ferry. The family moved to Youngstown, Ohio in 1939. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1949. Since...

Oct 29, 2020

POLAND - Private Family Services were held for Michael P. Nerone, 54, passed away Thursday October 29, 2020 at his home. He was born Jan. 28, 1966 in Youngstown, a son of the late Alfred and Angeline M. (Brunetti) Nerone. Michael loved his family, his coffee, his music, especially "Rush" and his mom's cooking. He also had an interest...

Oct 28, 2020

AUSTINTOWN - A Private Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Stephen of Hungary Church for Frances Kovic passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer and COPD Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Briarfield Manor. She was born Sept. 17, 1941 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Frank and Irene (Tomchak) Kovic. Frances graduated from Chaney...

Oct 26, 2020

CANFIELD — Patricia Ann Fehr, 91, passed away Monday, Oct. 26, 2020, surrounded by her family. She was born Sept. 1, 1929, in Indianapolis, a daughter of the late John and Grace (Deupree) Nackenhorst. Pat took piano, singing and dance lessons at The Jordan Conservatory of Music, where she was also schooled in elocution. Pat received a bachelor’s degree...

Oct 24, 2020

BOARDMAN — Barbara Ann Rigley passed away Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, at Hospice House. She was born Nov. 13, 1941, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Robert and Madeline Spencer Wilkie. Barb graduated from The Rayen School and worked in the meat department at Santisi’s Sparkle. She was the most caring and unselfish person you could ever meet. She...

Oct 21, 2020

AUSTINTOWN - Prayers will begin Saturday morning at 9:30 AM at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel, followed by a Mass of Christian burial celebrated at 10:00 AM at St. Brendan Church for Elizabeth M. "Betty" Martino age 83 who died Wednesday morning at the Inn at Walker Mill.

Betty was born November 21, 1936 in Youngstown,...

Oct 20, 2020

Forget your trouble, your sorrows, your sickness, and weakness and dance! Words expressed and embraced by Jim Dudash, age 51, who passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, October 20, 2020 surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was born May 26,1969 in Youngstown, a son of John and Mary (Huda) Dudash. He was a 1987 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and...

Oct 19, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — William F. Jones, 79, passed away Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, at his home, with his loving family by his side.

He was born April 1, 1941, in North Lima, to William and Ethel Hargate Jones. William worked as a steelworker at Steel Door.

William is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sandra...