Obituaries
Fred M. Bassett
Aug 31, 2026
MACEDONIA -- Fred M. Bassett peacefully passed away of lymphoma on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, at University Hospital in Cleveland.
He was born Dec. 8, 1940, in Youngstown, a son of Fred J. Bassett and the former Eleanor Rulli.
Fred graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1958 and was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. After decades of service,...
Daniel D'Amico
Sep 3, 2026
Daniel D'Amico passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2026. He was born on August 28, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Nicholas and Mary (Costello) D'Amico, and spent most of his life in the Youngstown area.
After graduating from Chaney High School, Daniel joined the United States Air Force and served during the Vietnam War. Upon returning home, he married his...
Sheila Kroll-Dickinson
Sep 2, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Sheila Kroll-Dickinson died peacefully after a 15 year battle with cancer on September 2, 2026, at Hospice House.
She was born on August 21, 1959, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Ralph and Patricia McNulty Kroll.
Sheila attended Austintown Fitch High School. She worked in hospitality at the Holiday Inn and Denny's Restaurant. She was deeply passionate about community engagement....
Michael Edward Chizmar
Sep 2, 2026
Michael E. Chizmar, 70, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, September 2nd. He was born on December 10, 1955, to Edward and Marjorie (Hillis) Chizmar.
Mike grew up in a home that was at the center of the neighborhood. His house was the gathering place for the kids on the street, with countless baseball and football...
Robert "Sloopy" Karis
Aug 31, 2026
STRUTHERS -- Robert "Sloopy" Karis, 76, passed away on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
He was born on Aug. 24, 1950, in Youngstown.
Robert was a graduate of Struthers High School, Class of 1968, and went on to earn an associate degree from Youngstown State University.
He served his country as an Air Force Vietnam veteran with the Military...
Thomas Hupko Jr.
Aug 31, 2026
Canfield -- A memorial service celebrating the life of Thomas Hupko Jr. will be held at a later date. Tom passed away early Monday morning, August 31, 2026, at his home. He was born March 29, 1938, in Ellwood City, PA., the son of the late Thomas Sr. and Susan (Dubinsky) Hupko.
Tom graduated from Lincoln High School in Ellwood...
Richard L. Brennan
Aug 31, 2026
MCDONALD - Richard Brennan died on August 31, 2026, at the age of 88.
Richard was born on October 3, 1937, a son of Jack Brennan and the former Virginia Shood.
Richard married, Judy A. Whitarce, on October 18, 1958 and she preceded him in death on February 7, 2025.
He was a devoted member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Girard and...
John William Yosay Jr.
Aug 30, 2026
BOARDMAN - John W. Yosay Jr., passed away on Sunday, August 30, at the age of 76, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 9, 1950, in Youngstown, Ohio, to John and Dorothy Campbell Yosay, he was a 1968 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. John graduated from Kent State University in 1972 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in...
Lewis Michael Kukura
Aug 29, 2026
Lewis Mike Kukura, better known to his family and friends as Mike, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, at the age of 80. He was born on July 29, 1946, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Louis and Anne Kukura. He graduated from Cardinal Mooney and went on to pursue a career in the Navy, where he developed a love for...
Mary Denise Naughton
Aug 28, 2026
Boardman Twp, -- A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, September 3, 2026, at St. Mary Magdaleen Parish, St. Christine Church for Mary Denise Naughton, 75, of Boardman. Mary, who was better known as Denise, passed away Friday evening, August 28, 2026, at her home. She was born on September 12, 1950, in Youngstown,...
Thomas C. McCloskey
Aug 22, 2026
CANFIELD -- Thomas C. McCloskey, 85, died at home Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, after a two-year battle with Merkel cell cancer.
Tom was born May 2, 1941, in Youngstown, to Charles McCloskey and the former Helen Smith. Following his parent's divorce at the age of 5, he was fostered in the loving home of Dick and Claire Weller.
Upon his 1959 graduation...
John Hendershot Jr.
Aug 22, 2026
AUSTINTOWN - On Saturday August 22, 2026, John Hendershot Jr passed away at the age of 92.
He was born on June 3, 1934, in Vienna, to the late John and Frances Yousko Hendershot.
After graduating from Jackson Milton High School, he began his career as a press operator at the Packaging Corporation of America, where he worked for many...
William W. Baird
Aug 22, 2026
POLAND -- William W. Baird, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026.
William, affectionately known as Bill, was born on Dec. 28, 1972, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Burton Baird Sr. and the former Mary Rishel.
A graduate of Lowellville High School in 1991, Bill worked in sales at #1 Cochran Buick GMC in Boardman.
Bill took great joy in...
Cheryl Lynn Fenstermaker
Aug 22, 2026
CHARDON - Cheryl Lynn Fenstermaker, 57, died on August 22, 2026, at her home.She was born on March 26, 1969, in Abilene, Texas, a daughter of Richard Vangorder and the former Sharon MorainShe was a graduate of McDonald High School.Cheryl had a heart full of creativity and joy, finding solace in coloring, puzzles, arts and crafts, and her love for...
Rosemarie Eckenrode
Aug 16, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Rosemarie Ingram Eckenrode, 97, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
She was born March 23, 1929, in Youngstown, Ohio, the youngest of five children born to John and Mary (Gull) Ingram.
Rosemarie was a very proud 1947 graduate of THE Rayen High School. Following high school, she worked for fifteen years as an...
Bernard Kelly
Aug 15, 2026
Bernie Kelly, 73, passed away at home on August 15, 2026. Born on January 9, 1953, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Bernie grew up with a strong sense of hard work, and quiet determination - qualities that shaped the life he would go on to lead. Bernie spent his early years in Austintown, Ohio, where he graduated from Fitch High School in...
Sharon M. Maloney
Aug 15, 2026
CANFIELD - Sharon M. Maloney, age 87, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2026.
She was born on May 24, 1939, in Pound, Wisconsin, and proudly graduated from Pius XI High School.
Sharon dedicated her professional life to the field of education as the principal's secretary for Austintown Schools. Beyond her career, she was an active member of her community,...
Nicholas E. Cavucci
Aug 15, 2026
Nicholas E. Cavucci, passed away on August 15, 2026.
Born on March 10, 1974, Nick was a 1992 graduate of Chaney High School. He dedicated his life to the construction industry.
Nick had a profound passion for cars, his enthusiasm was infectious, and he enjoyed connecting with others who shared his interests. Additionally, his love for dogs was evident in...
David S. Morgan
Aug 15, 2026
David S. Morgan, 68, of Poland, Ohio died peacefully at his home on August 15, 2026. Near him were his wife Martha Ruth (McCorkle) Morgan, and his son Benjamin S. Morgan.
Born September 10, 1957, Dave was the son of Charles R. Morgan and Patricia (Strickland) Morgan, and brother of Jane (Morgan) Sapienza (Michael). A native of Parma, Ohio, Dave began...
Janice A. Nemergut
Aug 12, 2026
Boardman, Ohio - Private graveside services were held for Janice A. Nemergut, 79, of Boardman, formerly of Cleveland, who passed away Wednesday afternoon, August 12, 2026, after a battle with cancer.
Janice was born October 4, 1946, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Angelo H. and Helen L. (Detell) Gioglio. She was a 1965 graduate of Ursuline High School...
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