Obituaries
Jane Marie Seeley
Feb 13, 2024
Jane Marie Seeley, 72, of Salem, and formerly of Washingtonville and New Waterford, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on Feb. 13, 2024. She was a follower of Christ, and recently attended Real Life Church in Salem when her health permitted. In decades prior, Jane had attended Cornerstone Assembly of God in North Lima and Columbiana...
Kenneth S. Lupton
Feb 13, 2024
LOWELLVILLE - Kenneth S. Lupton, 62, died peacefully Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at home surrounded by his family.
Kenneth was born February 2, 1962, in Cincinnati, the son of Robert Lupton and Rosemary Beight. He attended Poland Seminary High School and worked as a pipefitter for Local Union 396 for 25 years. Kenneth was a motorcycle enthusiast, especially for his beloved Harley-Davidson. He is...
John Flannery
Feb 13, 2024
POLAND - John R. Flannery, 54, died peacefully February 13, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family after a brief battle with cancer.
John was born January 9, 1970, in Youngstown, the son of Robert and Joanne Boughner Flannery.
He attended Struthers High School and worked as a driving instructor for All Star Driving School. After his recent diagnosis, John was renewed...
Sandra Shessler
Feb 13, 2024
COLUMBIANA - Sandra J. (Koontz) Shessler 83, entered into the Lord's rest on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at her residence with family by her side.
Sandra was born in Leetonia, OH on June 12, 1940, to the late Russell Jack and Esther B. (Call) Koontz.
She was a 1958 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and then...
Paul Kulisz
Feb 12, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN - Private services were held for Mr. Paul Kulisz, 72, formerly of Austintown, who died February 12th at a medical hospital in Punta Gorda, Florida.
Paul was born July 14, 1951, in Salem, a son of Anton and Maria (Kutscheanko) Kulisz.
Paul’s parents immigrated to the U.S. from the Ukraine and instilled in their children the “old school” values of hard...
Jack P. Sich
Feb 10, 2024
Jack P. Sich, 76, passed away on February 10, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
He was born on January 24, 1948, in Youngstown, a son of Virginia McGlynn Sich.
Education played a significant role in Jack's life journey. He graduated from Youngstown East High School in the class of 1966, where he excelled in football, basketball, and baseball. Following his high...
Wayne Zapka
Feb 9, 2024
On Friday, February 9,2024 in the early morning hours Wayne Zapka died unexpectedly and peacefully while resting in the comfort of his favorite chair.
Wayne Steven Zapka was born at home on October 23, 1950 by special delivery, as he was the last baby delivered by his maternal grandmother Anna Miklas, a prominent mid-wife in Youngstown. She wrapped...
Eleanor Hawkins
Feb 8, 2024
NORTH JACKSON - Eleanor J. Hawkins, 79, died peacefully Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family.
Eleanor was born August 19, 1944, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Ward and Mary Williams Akins. She was a graduate of Jackson Milton High School and primarily was a homemaker. Eleanor also sold Avon for many years. Together with her...
Dorene Mae Oakley
Feb 7, 2024
Dorene Mae Oakley, 91, passed away Wednesday at her home.
She was born on June 9, 1932 in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Dean A. and Edith Mae Cook Boop and wife of of the late, Richard R. Oakley, whom she married June 19, 1953 and lived her whole life in Youngstown.
Dorene was a graduate of The Rayen School and...
Marilyn Bailey
Feb 6, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN – Marilyn L. Bailey, 80, peacefully passed from this world to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, surrounded by her immediate family.
She was born December 9, 1943, in Youngstown, the daughter of Andrew and Mary (Dussek) Waback. A graduate of the Chaney High School Class of 1961, Marilyn epitomized a...
Joanne L. White
Feb 5, 2024
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Joanne Louise Dickenson White, a beloved mother, grandmother, artist, master gardener and constant advocate for social justice. She passed away peacefully, Monday, Feb. 5, 2024, at the age of 83, from congestive heart failure, at home with her family in Boardman.
Joanne was born May 26, 1940, in Roseburg, Oregon,...
Margaret A. Collins
Feb 5, 2024
BOARDMAN - Margaret A. Collins, 80, peacefully passed away at her home on February 5, 2024.She was born on April 20, 1943, a daughter of Frank and Margaret (Colleran) Ridel.
Margaret's educational journey took her to Youngstown State University in the 1970's as a non-traditional student, where in 1980, she obtained her Bachelor's Degree with honors (summa cum laude). Her determination...
Richard T. Viets
Feb 4, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN - Richard T. Viets Jr., 48, passed away suddenly on February 4, 2024, at the age of 48.He was born on January 19, 1976, in Youngstown, a son of the late Richard T. Viets Sr. and the former, Anita Syron.Richard attended Youngstown State University, furthering his education and expanding his knowledge. He worked at Bud's Sign Shop, where his...
Patricia Vuletich
Feb 3, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN — Patricia Vuletich, 70, passed away Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024.
She was born April 12, 1953, in Youngstown, a daughter of Thomas M. and Ann Ference Vuletich.
Patricia had an unwavering passion for the written word. She embarked on her educational journey at Youngstown State University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree, the first person in her immediate family to do...
Celeste Teaberry
Feb 2, 2024
Celeste Teaberry, beloved and respected member of the community, passed away on February 2nd, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio. She was born on November 23rd, 1925, in Youngstown, Ohio.
Celeste lived a remarkable life filled with kindness, compassion, and a perpetual smile that never failed to brighten the lives of those around her. She attended South High School...
Dr. Vijay B. Behari
Feb 2, 2024
WARREN - Dr. Vijay B. Behari, 79, peacefully passed away at his home on February 2, 2024.
Born on September 14, 1944, in Agra, India, Dr. Behari led a remarkable life dedicated to the field of medicine and touched the lives of countless individuals through his compassionate care.
In 1967, Dr. Behari immigrated to the United States from India. He pursued his medical...
Paul Bernard Frabutt
Feb 1, 2024
AUSTINTOWN — Paul Bernard Frabutt, 73, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024.
He was born Feb. 10, 1950, in Ashtabula, a son of the late Ernest and Elsie Pizzuto Frabutt.
Paul lived a life dedicated to the beauty of music. At the young age of 12, Paul’s musical journey began when he started playing piano...
Sr. Charlotte Italiano
Jan 29, 2024
CANFIELD — Sister Charlotte Italiano, OSU (formerly known as Sister Clare Marie) died Monday, Jan, 29, 2024, at Windsor House in Canfield, from complications after a fall. She was 91.
Charlotte Italiano was born April 2, 1932, the daughter of Pasquale and Clara Calo Italiano.
She attended Immaculate Conception Elementary School and graduated from Ursuline High School in 1950. She earned a...
Herbert Eugene Mancini
Jan 28, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN — Herbert E. Mancini, 96, passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, surrounded by his family.
He was born Nov. 3, 1927, in Youngstown. He was the son of Christy and Angela Alexander Mancini.
Herb graduated from Chaney High School and attended Ohio University. He began a lifelong love of baseball, playing locally in 1946. He entered the U.S. Army that...
Rita Brenner
Jan 27, 2024
POLAND — Rita Brenner, 88, passed away peacefully Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, at Hospice House.
She was born Sept. 20, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, the daughter of William and Bertha Kessel Klein.
After Rita’s children were grown, Rita worked for JCPenney for 11 years until retiring. Her devotion and dedication to her loved ones was unparalleled and she always put their...
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