Obituaries
John T. Moore
Jan 1, 2026
BOARDMAN — John T. Moore died on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, at the age of 96.
He was born Sept. 1, 1929, in Wheeling, W.Va., a son of the late William S. Moore and the former Maude M. Groves.
John was proud to serve his nation as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War. After his service, he...
Phillip Kurek
Jan 3, 2026
Phillip Kurek, age 72, passed away early Saturday morning, January 3, 2026. He had been medically fragile for over nine years. He truly loved life and every day was a blessing to him.
Phillip was born August 1, 1953, the fourth of eight children, to John C. and Frances (Schlosser) Kurek.
Although Phillip was developmentally disabled, he was a loving and happy...
Charles Willis Masters
Dec 31, 2025
LAKE MILTON - Charles Willis Masters passed away on December 31, 2025, after suffering a stroke. Through his generous donations to Lifebanc on January 1, 2026, he gave the gift of life once more. Ever the overachiever, in true Charlie fashion, he managed to make his mark twice when most of us only get one chance.
He was born January 19th,1952,...
Dolores Stebelton
Jan 3, 2026
Helen Dolores Stebelton, 93, of Poland, passed away on January 3, 2026 at Shepherd of the Valley in Liberty.
Dolores, which was what she went by for her entire life, was born September 16, 1932 in New Kensington, Pennsylvania to the late Kenneth Bryan Sr. and Helen (Schoentag) Bryan.
She was a 1950 graduate of Springfield High School where she was a...
Rosalind Viola
Jan 1, 2026
NILES - Rosalind Viola, died on January 1, 2026, at the age of 88.She was born on December 21, 1937, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Anthony Larocca and Rose Cefalo.Rosalind worked as an office manager at a doctor's office for 30 years. Additionally, she owned Between Friends Boutique for five years.Rosalind married Nicholas Viola on June 27,...
Stephen Vasko
Nov 28, 2025
DIAMOND - Stephen Vasko, 65, passed away unexpectedly on November 28, 2025, at his home.
Stephen, affectionately known as Stevie, was born August 1, 1960, in Youngstown, the son of Stephen and Sally Holland Vasko.
He dedicated many years of his career to AMEX Tool and Die, until his retirement.
His passion for life extended beyond his work; he cherished the time spent...
James Edward Ramm
Dec 19, 2025
BOARDMAN - James Edward Ramm, 91, died peacefully on December 19, 2025, at Briarfield Place.
He was born on January 5, 1934, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Greg and Rosemary (Carroll) Ramm.
James was a 1952 graduate of Ursuline High School. He proudly graduated from The University of Notre Dame in 1956, where he earned a football scholarship and developed a...
Donald H. Keener Jr.
Dec 31, 2025
NORTH JACKSON - Donald H. Keener Jr., 67, passed away on December 31, 2025.
Born on December 14, 1958, in Youngstown.
Donald was a beloved husband, father, brother, uncle and grandfather. Donald worked tirelessly as a laborer in the automotive industry for General Motors for 25 years. In his leisure time, Donald found joy in the simple beauty of coin...
Horace Alfred Martin
Dec 27, 2025
NEW SPRINGFIELD - Horace Alfred Martin, passed away on December 27, 2025, at the age of 67.
He was born on February 9, 1958, in Ashtabula, Ohio, a son of Howard Martin and Hester Imojean Wiley.
Horace worked as a concessionaire for Gaskill Concessions.
Horace had a passion for the great outdoors. He found joy in hunting and had a talent for carving...
Bonita Jeanne Smiley
Dec 26, 2025
CANFIELD - Bonita Jeanne Smiley passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, at Mercy Health Youngstown after a brief illness.Bonita, affectionately known as Bonnie was born on September 14, 1949, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of D. Donald Smiley and Marjorie R. (Kerlin) Smiley.Bonnie was a graduate of Boardman High School. She worked for many years at Youngstown State University...
Donald M. Morgan Jr.
Dec 26, 2025
AUSTINTOWN — Donald Martin Morgan Jr., lovingly known as “Duck,” died Friday, Dec. 26, 2025.
He was born June 25, 1951, in New Castle, Pa., a son of Donald Martin Morgan Sr. and the former Doreen Jones.
A 1969 graduate of Union High School, Donald continued his education at Edinboro University as an art major. He spent his career as a truss...
Christian Ronald Harris
Dec 24, 2025
POLAND - Christian Ronald Harris, passed away on December 24, 2025.
He was born on April 26, 1995, in Youngstown, Ohio.
Christian was a graduate of Boardman High School, class of 2014. Following his education, he began working as a machinist at Trivium.
Christian enjoyed nature, hiking, and exploring locations such as Redwood National Park and Santa Cruz in California. He was a...
John E. Hughes
Dec 23, 2025
John Hughes passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2025, surrounded by his family at St. Joe's Hospital in Warren.
John was born June 6, 1950, in Strawberry, Arkansas, where he was raised by his loving grandparents, Mildred and Tolah Mize. He graduated from Chaney High School in 1968.
In 1970, John began his lifetime commitment to public service when he became an...
Thomas P. Donadee
Dec 22, 2025
Youngstown- Thomas P. Donadee, 61, passed away Monday, Dec. 22, 2025, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Tom was born in Youngstown, Ohio, to Frank and Janet Donadee. He was a 1982 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. Following graduation, Tom proudly served in the National Guard, completing basic training at Fort McClellan in Alabama. He went...
Nancy L. Ryan
Dec 22, 2025
CANFIELD - Nancy L. Ryan, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, at the age of 91.
She was born on March 27, 1934, in Cincinnati, Ohio, a daughter of John Vincent TenBieg and the former Marie Gertrude Terwest.
Nancy graduated from Mount Notre Dame High School in Cincinnati in 1952 and received her Bachelors Degree in Art from Cardinal Stritch University...
Rebecca L. Haynes
Dec 21, 2025
BOARDMAN - Rebecca L. Haynes, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at the age of 83, after a long battle with COPD.
Born on August 5, 1942, in Glasgow, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Harry and Louise Fisher(step mother).
She dedicated her life to her family and with such love and care from her...
Teresa Stryffeler
Dec 21, 2025
Mary Teresa Stryffeler, 92, of Austintown, passed away on December 21, 2025, with her husband of 69 years, Dave, at her side. She was born on May 24, 1933, in Youngstown to Irish immigrants Edward J. Murphy and Margaret (McGinty) Murphy.
Teresa was raised in the Catholic faith at St. Dominic’s Church where she also attended elementary school. She was a...
Victor M. Caggiano
Dec 21, 2025
CANFIELD - Victor M. Caggiano, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on December 21, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born on January 16, 1943, in Bessemer, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Victor P. and Theresa Crnavich Caggiano.
Vic's skill as a carpenter was unparalleled; he expertly designed countless kitchen remodels and bathrooms and was responsible...
Sharon A. Fekety-Soos
Dec 20, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN - Sharon Ann Fekety-Soos passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 20, 2025, at the age of 66.
Born on August 19, 1959, in Youngstown, she was a daughter of the late Louis Fekety and Mary Hatch Fekety White.
A proud graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in 1978, Sharon went on to attend Raphael's Beauty School, where she...
William E. Leonard
Dec 19, 2025
BOARDMAN - William E. Leonard, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025 with his loving family by his side, at the age of 86.
Born on October 2, 1939, in Youngstown, spent his life devoted to his family and his work.
A graduate of Ursuline High School and served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War....
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