Obituaries
Shari Claire Clarke
Nov 8, 2023
Shari Claire Clarke, 55, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, surrounded by family and friends, who loved her dearly.
She was born on Aug. 9, 1968, in Pittsburgh, Pa. Shari was the beloved daughter of Herbert Clarke and Natalie Franklin Clarke Hillegas.
She graduated from Ursuline High School in 1986 and furthered her studies at Ohio University and Youngstown State...
Ralph W. Ryhal
Nov 8, 2023
BOARDMAN — Ralph W. Ryhal, 67, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, at his home, with his family by his side.
He was born Aug. 10, 1956, to Ralph W. and Phyllis Berger Ryhal.
He was a 1974 graduate of Boardman High School and received a bachelor’s degree in geology from YSU. Ralph also received a teaching certificate from California...
Thomas Andrew Orsini
Nov 7, 2023
NORTH LIMA - Thomas Andrew Orsini, a beloved member of the community and a dedicated family man, passed away on November 7,2023. He leaves behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.Born in Girard, Ohio on September 5, 1939, Tom was the son of the late Andrew and Agnes (Guerriero) Orsini. From an early age, he showed resilience...
Michael C. Ferraro Sr.
Nov 2, 2023
NEW MIDDLETOWN - Michael C. Ferraro Sr., 98, died peacefully Thursday, November 2, 2023 at Hospice House surrounded by his family.
Michael was born August 22, 1925, in Pittsburgh, the son of Camillo and Angeline Fera Ferraro.
He was a graduate of South Hills High School. After graduating in 1943 Michael enlisted in the U.S. Navy and...
Thomas Edward Leary
Oct 29, 2023
Thomas Edward Leary, 77, passed away October 29, 2023. He was born in Rochester, NY. His father, Daniel Leary was a research associate at the University of Rochester biomedical facilities. His mother was an RN and homemaker. Tom attended St. John Fisher College then went to Brown University for his doctorate in History. While attending grad school, he was Curator of Slater Mill...
Nancy Jean Layko
Oct 28, 2023
Nancy Jean Layko, 81, passed away on October 28, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital with her family by her side.
She was born in Youngstown on December 25, 1941, to the late Albert M. and Emma Jane Hunter Dota Sr..Described as a gentle and kind-hearted soul, Nancy touched the lives of countless individuals throughout her life. Nancy dedicated four...
Ronald Roger Kotick
Oct 27, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN — Ronald R. Kotick, 79, passed away Friday, Oct. 27, 2023.
He was born June 17, 1944, in Youngstown, a son of Michael and Emma Hacker Kotick.
Ronald graduated from The Rayen School in 1962 and spent his career, working 30 years, as a dedicated machinist at Barclay Machine in Salem.
In addition to his professional achievements, Ronald...
"Geo"
Oct 26, 2023
George “Geo” Fill III, 65, passed away on October 26, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital with his family by his side. Born on September 8, 1958, in Youngstown, a son of the late George and Helen Leason Fill Jr.
His education took him to Austintown Fitch High School, where he graduated in 1976. Geo retired after 40 years on a lake freighter...
Mary Ann Ohlin
Oct 23, 2023
BOARDMAN - Mary Ann Ohlin, 90, passed away peacefully, Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, at Hampton Woods. She was born July 29, 1933, in Bessemer Pa., the daughter of Matt and Mary Doricich. Mary Ann graduated from Bessemer High School and went on to work at Bessemer Cement Company for several years. She married Carl Ohlin and moved to...
Charles E. Kennedy
Oct 19, 2023
Charles E. Kennedy, 85, passed away Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023.
He was born on June 25, 1938, in Grindstone, Pa., a son of the late Charles S. and Dorothy Patterson Kennedy.
During his career, Charles worked at General Motors in the paint department until his retirement in 2005.
Outside of work, Charles had a variety of hobbies and interests that...
Harry H. Bitner
Oct 14, 2023
Harry H. Bitner, 73, passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, with his loving wife by his side.
Harry was born Sept. 9, 1950, in Warren, the son of Elmer and Oleata Strohl Bitner.
He was a graduate of Mineral Ridge High School, and worked as a truck driver for Yellow Freight, until retirement.
Harry was a member...
Marilou Hannon
Oct 13, 2023
Marilou Hannon, 93, passed away peacefully Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, at the Inn at Ironwood.
She was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to Steven Krasinski and Virginia Dembroski on Aug. 16, 1930, moving to New Castle, Pa., as a young child. After graduating from New Castle High School, she met, and later married, Thomas Hannon.
In her early married years, Marilou...
Mary Helen Pompura
Oct 13, 2023
BOARDMAN — Mary Helen Pompura, 89, passed away Friday, Oct. 13, 2023, at Briarfield Place.
She was born Oct. 23, 1933, in Youngstown, a daughter of Thomas and Margaret Reardon McGahagan.
Mary was a graduate of Ursuline High School and dedicated her life to creating a warm and loving home for her family. She was a longtime resident of Canfield...
Gerald Taylor
Oct 12, 2023
Gerald Taylor, 84, passed away at his home October 12, 2023.
He was born August 23, 1939 in Grafton, WV, a son of the late Orval Taylor and Lucille Weaver Young.
Gerald served his country in the United States Army. He career was spent at US Steel as a metallurgical technician.
Gerald is survived by his sister,...
Charles John Brooks
Oct 12, 2023
Charles John Brooks, 78, peacefully passed away on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023.
He was born on Nov. 5, 1944, in the Brier Hill community of Youngstown, the son of Charles and Carmel Scarpine Brooks.
Charles was an alumnus of YSU’s Williamson College of Business and made his career as a bookkeeper for the Mahoning County Engineer’s Office.
Beyond his professional...
William F. Doliber Jr.
Oct 11, 2023
NORTH LIMA — On Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, William “Bill” Felton Doliber Jr., 90, went to be with God and with his beloved wife and daughter.
Bill was born Nov. 6, 1932, to William F. Sr. and Mary Harris Doliber, in Marblehead, Massachusetts, where the Dolibers have lived since the early 1600s.
In 1950, Bill graduated from Marblehead High...
Stanley A. Linert
Oct 11, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN — Stanley A. Linert, 77, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, at Hospice House, with family by his side.
Stanley was born Oct. 27, 1945, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Stanley Linert Sr. and Elizabeth Viola Milanowski Linert.
After graduating from Austintown Fitch High School in 1963, he embarked on a career as a data processor at Syro...
Margaret Binashesky
Oct 7, 2023
Margaret Binashesky, fondly known as “Peggy,” passed away Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023, at Hospice House.
She was born Feb. 18, 1938, in McKeesport, Pa., to the late John and Margaret Polatas Palyo.
Peggy received an associate degree in medical assisting and excelled in her chosen profession. Before her marriage, Peggy worked as a medical consultant.
One of Peggy’s proudest accomplishments...
Marilyn Getz
Oct 6, 2023
CAMPBELL - Marilyn Getz, 91, passed away peacefully October 6, 2023, at the Hospice House.
Marilyn, affectionately known as Pixie, was born June 25, 1932, in Youngstown; and cared for by her adoptive parents, Byron and Suzanne Jones Wade.After graduating from North High School, she later attended Ohio State University. Marilyn was a dedicated homemaker, who dedicated her life to...
Gene R. White
Oct 4, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN — Gene Raymond White, affectionately known as Rocky, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023.
Gene was born Oct. 29, 1936, at home on his family’s dairy farm on Meridian Road, Youngstown, the only son of Raymond Carl and Agnes Kachurek White. Gene’s favorite stories centered around his humble beginnings on the farm with his grandparents, Joseph and Mary...
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