Obituaries
Irene Maskarinec
Nov 16, 2025
Irene A. Maskarinec born on November 19, 1927, in Youngstown, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Southmont Skilled Nursing Facility in Washington, PA on November 16, 2025, just a few days shy of her 98th birthday.
Irene was a proud graduate of The Rayen School She began her career at Kress Five and Dime, a place where fate introduced her to...
Nicholas J. Pupino
Nov 14, 2025
POLAND — Nicholas Joseph Pupino Jr., 88, passed away peacefully, Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, at Hospice House. He was surrounded by family for days leading up, and reunited with his wife, Marie, 43 days after her passing.
He was born June 23, 1937, in Youngstown, a son of Nicholas J. Pupino Sr. and the former Viola K. Tocco.
Nick worked as a...
Jacqueline Conkey
Nov 9, 2025
AUSTINTOWN - Jacqueline S. Conkey, 61, died unexpectedly Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025 of natural causes.
Jaci was born June 8, 1964, the daughter of Richard and Ethel Shramo Cantwell.
She was a graduate of Boardman High School and attended Youngstown State University.
Jaci worked as the manager for Southgate Pizza for years.
She enjoyed long car rides with her beloved husband, Donald, whom she...
James E. Buist
Nov 18, 2025
COLUMBIANA - James E. Buist, 87, passed away peacefully at his home on November 18, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 15, 1938, in Youngstown, the son of Emmett and Pelagia Kondzielski Buist.
A 1957 graduate of Ursuline High School, James dedicated himself to his career, serving as a machine shop operator for Wean United for 30 years. His...
Pauline Ciavarella
Nov 14, 2025
POLAND - Pauline Rose Ciavarella, 99, died peacefully Friday November 14th at Shepherd of the Valley.
Born on September 27, 1926, in Hermansville, MI, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Hlay and Silvia Radencic Hlay.
Pauline was a graduate of East High School and went on to study at Youngstown Hospital's School of Nursing where she received her RN in 1948....
Rudy Noday
Nov 14, 2025
CANFIELD - Rudy Noday, 91, passed away peacefully Friday, November 14, 2025 at home surrounded by his family.
Born on November 5, 1934, in Youngstown, he was the son of the late Joseph and Genevieve Mast Noday.
Rudy proudly served as a veteran in the United States Marine Corps at Paris Island S.C. in the Fifth Battalion, an experience that he carried...
Charles P. Pretoka
Nov 13, 2025
AUSTINTOWN - Charles P. Pretoka, departed this life on November 13, 2025, at the age of 82.
Born on April 15, 1943, in Youngstown, a son of the late Charles and Elizabeth Vukich Pretoka.
A proud graduate of Chaney High School in 1961, Charles furthered his education at Youngstown State University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in 1973. He...
Mary Louise Beck
Nov 13, 2025
Boardman - Mrs. Mary Louise Beck died peacefully on Nov.13,2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after a deeply rewarding and happy life. Mary Louise was born in Youngstown, Ohio on April 21,1933, a daughter of John F. and Florence Jane (Hewitt) McGovern.
Mary Louise, who was known as Mary Lou (Lou by many), was a 1951 graduate of...
J. Thomas Caputo
Nov 5, 2025
BOARDMAN — J. Thomas Caputo passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at the age of 64.
He was born Jan. 21, 1961, in Youngstown, a son of the late John J. Caputo and Mary Gail Stimmer Caputo.
Tom was a 1979 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and attended Youngstown State University. For 17 years, he was the owner of Total...
Elizabeth Modelski
Oct 31, 2025
POLAND - Elizabeth Modelski, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on October 31, 2025 surrounded by her family.
She was born on December 1, 1955, in Białystok, Poland, to Richard and Janina (Kurianczyk) Lachowski.
On June 26, 1976, Elizabeth married the love of her life, Andrew Modelski, beginning a lifelong partnership built on devotion, laughter, and faith. Together they created...
Patricia B. Braun
Oct 30, 2025
Patricia B. Braun, left us peacefully on October 30, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born on August 29, 1946, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Lorraine Phillips Lynch.
Her greatest joys were found in her garden, her kitchen filled with the scents of her delicious meals, and her hands engaged in creating beautiful crafts. However, her most profound...
Petrina Sparacino
Oct 30, 2025
Petrina Sparacino, 93, of West Palm Beach, FL passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025 after a brief illness. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA to Frank and Giovanna Dentici on December 10, 1931.
Being the first born to Sicilian immigrants, Petrina accepted great responsibilities from a young age. She would write out checks for her father to sign and later...
Dustin Lyle Hilbert
Oct 30, 2025
YOUNGSTOWN - Dustin Lyle Hilbert, 38, died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025.
He was born March 27, 1987, in Youngstown, a son of Donald Lyle Hilbert and Sally J. Sedmak Hilbert. Dustin was raised in the Youngstown area and prided himself in being a "Rustbelt Warrior."
A 2005 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School, Dustin continued his education at New Castle...
John "Jack" S. Sullivan
Oct 30, 2025
John "Jack" S. Sullivan, passed away peacefully at the age of 76 on October 30, 2025,
Born on November 15, 1948, in Youngstown, a son of the late Robert E. and Isabel Kennedy Sullivan.A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Jack served from 1967 to 1971, where he was a deep sea diver, achieving the rank of Boatswain's Mate...
Alberta L. McAllister
Oct 28, 2025
AUSTINTOWN — Alberta L. “Bertie” McAllister, 87, died peacefully, Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025, at Woodlands at AustinWoods.
She was born May 29, 1938, in Youngstown, a daughter of Albert Smith and Josephine Vernarsky Smith.
Family gatherings were a highlight of her life; she flourished in the kitchen, crafting delicious meals and baked goods, particularly during the Christmas season.
She enjoyed playing bingo, cards...
Charles "Mike" McAtee
Oct 27, 2025
In loving memory of Charles Michael McAtee, 81, who passed away on October 27, 2025, at Windsor House of Canfield.
"Mike," as he was known to family and friends, was a jokester who loved to laugh out loud and make others happy. He was also an avid sports fan, passing his love of sports to his children and grandchildren. His favorite...
George Zokle Jr.
Oct 27, 2025
AUSTINTOWN — George A. Zokle Jr., 82, passed away, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family.
George was born Aug. 5, 1943, in Youngstown, a son of the late George Sr. and Catherine Zokle.
Growing up, George was an altar boy at St. Lucy Parish for 11 years and worked as a groundskeeper at the church, saving money to...
George P. Sanko
Oct 25, 2025
CANFIELD - George P. Sanko, 72, died Saturday, October 25, 2025, at home, after a multi-year battle with kidney disease.
George was born October 2, 1953, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of the late Stella and George Bunjack. At the age of 3, after his mother’s death, George was adopted and raised by Stella’s sister Ann Sanko. Ann preceded him in...
Merril L. Blotzer
Oct 23, 2025
Austintown.....Merril L. Blotzer, a dedicated family man, passed away on October 23, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on August 27, 1938, in Lincoln Place, Pennsylvania, Merril lived a life characterized by hard work, commitment to community, and profound love for his family.
Merril's career was marked by his role as a Regional Manager at United...
Carolynn I Dietz
Oct 22, 2025
BOARDMAN — Carolynn Irene Beard Dietz passed away peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025, surrounded by family.
Born Feb. 22, 1937, in Muskegon, Michigan, she was the youngest of five children to Donald Orson and Irene Murphy Beard. She was raised in North Muskegon, Michigan, and after graduating from high school, she attended Western College for Women in Oxford, Ohio (now part...
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