Obituaries

Margaret A. McBride

Margaret A. McBride

Jul 14, 2025

CANFIELD - Margaret A. "Peggy" McBride, 93, peacefully passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025, at The Inn at Ironwood.

Peggy was born on February 12, 1932, in Youngstown, Ohio, to Fred J. Freisen and Dorothy M. O'Brien Freisen. She attended St. Dominic Grade School and Ursuline High School, graduating in the class of 1950.

At just 16 years old, Peggy began...

Frank S. Masluk

Frank S. Masluk

Jul 14, 2025

Boardman, OH - Frank S. Masluk, 86, a man whose life was defined by love, family, and unwavering dedication, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and boundless devotion.

Frank was born on November 17, 1938, in Youngstown, OH, the son of Frank S. & Irene (Mlynarski) Masluk. Frank’s life was anchored...

Virginia DeChellis

Virginia DeChellis

Jul 12, 2025

GIRARD — It is with a saddened heart that I am announcing the passing of my mother, Virginia DeChellis, formerly Virginia Pacella, also known to many people who knew her as a sweet, so cute, good-hearted person, and a beautiful woman inside and out.

Born Aug. 6, 1939, in Pacentro, Italy, Virginia would put a smile on everyone’s face that she...

Barbara Jean Wittkugle

Barbara Jean Wittkugle

Jul 12, 2025

STRUTHERS — Barbara Jean Wittkugle, 94, died peacefully, Saturday, July 12, 2025, at her home.

She was born Oct. 5, 1930, a daughter of Meally Rich and the former Madeline Naples.A graduate of The Rayen High School, Barbara dedicated much of her time to her community. This was evident in her volunteer work at St. Elizabeth Hospital and North Side Hospital,...

Toni Ann Dean

Toni Ann Dean

Jul 12, 2025

BROOKFIELD - Toni Ann (Ferlaino) Dean, 70, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 12, 2025 surrounded by her family.

Toni was born in East Liverpool, Ohio on September 29, 1954 to loving parents Anthony M Ferlaino Sr. and Anna (Trivelli) Ferlaino.

She graduated from Cardinal Mooney Highschool in 1973. Toni attended Cuyahoga Community College and Youngstown State University. Spending most of her working...

William A. Anderson

William A. Anderson

Jul 12, 2025

CANFIELD - William A. Anderson, 77, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, at the Windsor House at Canfield.

He was born on May 2, 1948, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Leroy Anderson and the former Twila Johnson.

Bill began his career at General Motors in 1970, where he devoted 37 years.

Bill graduated from South High School and furthered his education...

Dorothy J. Mann

Dorothy J. Mann

Jul 10, 2025

ZANESVILLE - Dorothy J. Mann, peacefully passed away on July 10, 2025, in Zanesville, Ohio.

Dorothy was born on December 7, 1931, in Pricetown, Ohio to the late William and Elizabeth (Davies) Goodman.

She graduated from Newton Falls High School, class of 1949. Shortly after high school, she met the love of her life, John Mann, and they were married on February...

Phyllis Caruso

Phyllis Caruso

Jul 10, 2025

CAMPBELL - Phyllis Caruso, 75, passed away on July 10, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman. 

Born on August 18, 1949, in Youngstown, the daughter of James and Pauline Scarsella Renaldy.

Phyllis dedicated her life to education and the service of others. She worked as a teacher for the Youngstown City Schools for over 30 years, a career that brought her...

Angela V. Lonardo

Angela V. Lonardo

Jul 9, 2025

POLAND - Angela ‘Angie’ Lonardo, 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at Hospice House in Poland, OH. Angie was born in Struthers, Ohio on July 16, 1933, the daughter of Giorgio Pascale and Maria Magazzine Pascale. Angie graduated in 1951 from South High School. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Pascale of Cleveland, Ohio...

Vicki M. Miglets

Vicki M. Miglets

Jul 8, 2025

Vicki M. Miglets, born on September 8, 1962, in Youngstown, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 62. Vicki lived a rich and fulfilling life, marked by love, laughter, and a deep commitment to her passions.A proud graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Class of 1980, Vicki dedicated over 37...

Rosemary Hutch-Takach

Rosemary Hutch-Takach

Jul 7, 2025

AUSTINTOWN - Rosemary E. Hutch-Takach, 77, died peacefully Monday July 7, 2025 at the Hospice House.

She was born Nov. 12, 1947, in Youngstown, the daughter of Anthony and Barbara Heydle Hutch.

Rosemary attended Austintown Fitch High School and worked as a waitress for Austin Manor and Dennys for many years.

She is survived by her sons, Dan (Karen) Petrello of Austintown and...

Theresia Negovan

Theresia Negovan

Jul 3, 2025

STRUTHERS - Theresia Negovan, 98, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 3, 2025, at Maplecrest Nursing Home.

Theresia was born September 13, 1926, in the small farming community of Starcevo, Banat ,Yugoslavia, the daughter of Maria Pittmann and Paul Baritsch.

After escaping war torn Yugoslavia in the late 1940's, Theresia married her husband Niklaus Negovan on April 15,...

Joanne M. Fabrizio

Joanne M. Fabrizio

Jul 3, 2025

Youngstown - Joanne M Fabrizio passed away on Thursday July 3, 2025 at the Inn at Poland Way, Poland, Ohio. 

Joanne was born June 22, 1939 to Dominic and Rose (Santore) DiPasquale.

Joanne was a proud Wilson High School class of 1957 graduate. She enjoyed many years of “57” girls luncheons and Christmas parties. She was a proud scholarship recipient from St....

Charles "Kenny" Schreiber

Charles "Kenny" Schreiber

Jul 3, 2025

MINERAL RIDGE - Charles "Kenny" Schreiber, 90, died unexpectedly Thursday, July 3, 2025 at his home.

Kenny was born Aug. 7, 1934 in Youngstown, the son of Carl and Kathryn Powers Schreiber.

He was a graduate of Ursuline High School and worked his entire career for Youngstown Steel Door until retiring.

Kenny had a huge heart and was known for being very generous...

Marta L. Colbert

Marta L. Colbert

Jul 2, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Marta Lynn Colbert, 78, died July 2, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by her family.

Marta, affectionately known as Marty, was born April 16, 1947, in Camden, NJ, the daughter of James J. and Margaret Finley Eaton Sr.

She worked as a nurse's aid for several nursing homes and cared for people in their homes.

Marty loved her family and...

John Paul Allsopp

John Paul Allsopp

Jul 2, 2025

POLAND — John Paul Allsopp, 51, passed away Wednesday, July 2, 2025, following a courageous five-year battle with cancer.

John was born Aug. 29, 1973, in Youngstown, a son of the late Thomas Carl Jr. and Patricia Louise Connelly Allsopp. 

John was a lifelong resident of the Poland community and a 1991 graduate of Poland Seminary High School. From 1992 to 2000,...

John R Dota

John R Dota

Jul 1, 2025

      It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Raymond Dota, a beloved father, grandfather and friend who left us peacefully, Tuesday, July 1, 2025, surrounded by family. John was a cornerstone of love and support in the lives of those who knew him.

     He was born June 25, 1931, in Youngstown. With...

Edward V. Smolko

Edward V. Smolko

Jun 30, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Edward Valintine Smolko, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at the age of 80.

Born on December 28, 1944, in Youngstown, a son of the late Valent and Anne Baytos Smolko.

A 1962 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Edward dedicated over 30 years of his life to Youngstown Welding and Engineering. As a skilled welder/fitter, he...

Vickie Bolger

Vickie Bolger

Jun 30, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - It is with heavy hearts we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Vickie L. (Rouns) Bolger, 65, who left this world on June 30, 2025, at her home. Though our hearts are broken, we take comfort in knowing she is finally at peace.

Vickie was born on February 22, 1960, in Youngstown,...

Julia Marie Zublena

Julia Marie Zublena

Jun 30, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN — Julia Zublena, devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025.

Julia was born May 24, 1932, in Youngstown, to Anthony and Mable True Inhouse. Her mother died during childbirth. Julia was raised by her father and stepmother, Josephine Masi Inhouse.

Julia graduated from Ursuline High School and married Robert Zublena on May 8, 1954, at Immaculate Conception...

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