Obituaries
Dr. Patrick Martinucci
Sep 28, 2023
POLAND - Dr. Patrick Michael Martinucci, 47, went home to the Lord on September 28, 2023. After a valiant fouryear journey with cancer, he passed gently and beautifully at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Patrick was a bit of a surprise mid-life baby for his parents Arthur R. and Helen Ann (McLaughlin)Martinucci. Before he arrived, he was going...
Phyllis Irene Waback
Sep 27, 2023
AUSTINTOWN — Phyllis Irene Waback, 81, died peacefully, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023.
Phyllis was born Oct. 4, 1941, in Youngstown, the daughter of Joseph and Mildred Phillips Behan.
She was a graduate of Chaney High School. She was a homemaker and dedicated her life to caring for her family.
In her spare time, Phyllis enjoyed cooking, baking, crafts and...
Karen A. Hallas
Sep 26, 2023
Karen A. Hallas, 75, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2023, at Wickshire of Poland with her family by her side.
She was born on April 10, 1948, in Youngstown, Ohio.Karen led a rich and fulfilling life filled with dedication and love for her family and friends. After graduating from Woodrow Wilson High School, she embarked on a career in...
Patti Wasko
Sep 23, 2023
AUSTINTOWN - Patti Lynn Wasko, 75, died at home on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023.
Patti was born Sept. 24, 1947 in Youngstown, the daughter of Michael and Evelyn Summers Berardinelli.
She was a graduate of Ursuline High School. Patti most recently worked for Walmart as a sales associate until she retired.
Patti was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. ...
Janet Noel
Sep 23, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN — Janet D. Noel, 93, died peacefully, Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Shepherd of the Valley Nursing Home.
Janet was born April 29, 1930, in Wilkinsburg, Pa., the daughter of Carl O. and Margaret Weber Dickson.
She was a 1952 graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and worked as an elementary art teacher for Blackhawk School System in...
Michelina Retort
Sep 23, 2023
SYLVANIA - Michelina (Lena) (Grilli) Retort passed away peacefully on September 23, 2023, in Sylvania,OH. She was born May 8, 1933, in Hillsville, PA, to Berardino and Giuseppina (Pezzuti) Grilli.She married Alfred E. Retort on September 26, 1953. They were married for 54 years when hepreceded her in death in 2007.
Michelina touched many lives throughout her work as a...
Rocco F. Falleti Sr.
Sep 22, 2023
CANFIELD — Rocco F. Falleti Sr., 78, died peacefully, Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Youngstown, June 26, 1945, Rocco, affectionately known as “Rocky,” was the son of Joseph and Ida Donnadio Falleti.
He graduated from East High School and went on to build a successful career in the carpet...
James A Vechiarella
Sep 22, 2023
CANFIELD — James A. Vechiarella, 86, passed away peacefully Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, in his home after an extended illness.
Jim began his extraordinary life on Feb. 20, 1937. He was a proud product of the “Smokey Hollow” in downtown Youngstown, where he grew up and lived until he got married to the love of his life, the former Lucille...
Douglas A. "Doug" Cramp
Sep 21, 2023
Douglas A. "Doug" Cramp, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and master carpenter passed away on September 21, 2023, at Hospice House, with his loving family by his side.
He was born on February 9, 1959, in Pittsburgh, PA.Doug's career as a Master Carpenter took him to various places such as Florida, the Cayman Islands, and Grand Bahamas. His craftsmanship left...
Richard Lewis
Sep 19, 2023
CANFIELD - Richard Lewis died peacefully on September 19, 2023, at the age of 86, at his home.Richard was born on September 14, 1937, in Youngstown, Ohio. Richard served his country as a dedicated member of the United States Army. His sense of duty and commitment led him to a fulfilling career in law enforcement.With unwavering courage and integrity,...
Robert E. "Bob" Carney
Sep 17, 2023
Robert (Bob) E. Carney Sr. passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 93, surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 17th.
Bob was born on August 30, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio to Anna (Kinney) and Patrick Carney. He was the youngest of six children: John, Rita, Patrick and George Carney and Eleanore Nemeth.
Bob had a...
Vera Louise Davidson
Sep 17, 2023
Vera Louise Etzweiler Davidson, 95, passed away September 17, 2023 at Briarfield at Ashley Circle.
She was born August 7, 1928 in North Jackson, a daughter of the late Charles and Twyla Christman Etzweiler.
Vera graduated from Jackson Milton High School in 1946 and married the love of her life, her husband of 46 years, Duane Davidson in 1947 and...
Barbara K. Mascioli
Sep 15, 2023
Barbara K. "Barb" Mascioli, 81, passed away peacefully at her home on September 15, 2023.
She was born in Mansfield, OH on September 4, 1942, to the late Robert and Marjorie Drake Enderle.Barb's life was defined by her unwavering commitment to caring for her family and raising her children. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly to creating a warm and nurturing home...
Patricia M. McElwain
Sep 15, 2023
Patricia May McElwain, 89, passed away Friday afternoon, Sept. 15, 2023, at Wickshire Assisted Living.
She was born Aug, 29, 1934, in Dearborn, Michigan, a daughter of late Vernon N. and Margie A Diebold Sanderson.
Patricia was a 1952 graduate of North High School. She worked in the offices of Youngstown Sheet and Tube from 1952 to 1954, at Consolidated...
Audrey Demechko
Sep 14, 2023
POLAND — It is with a heavy heart we share the passing of Audrey Demechko at her home, Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. Audrey passed peacefully in her sleep in the company of her family.
Audrey was born in Lenoir, North Carolina, the only daughter of George Price and Virginia Bolick Price.
Audrey was a loving and supportive wife and mother....
Oral James Elkins
Sep 8, 2023
Oral James Elkins, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2023, at theage of 96.
Born on July 27, 1927, in Myra, KY, a son of the late Andrew and Molly MeeksElkins.
Oral graduated from Dorton High School in 1945. He proudly served his country inthe U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in 1951.
Oral embarked on a career as a...
Nancy Fetch
Sep 6, 2023
BOARDMAN - Nancy Fetch, 84, passed away on September 6, 2023.She was born on June 5, 1939, to the late John and Mary (Magada) Sanko. A lifelong area resident, Nancy was a graduate of Austintown Fitch High School.She married Louis J. Fetch on August 30, 1958 and he preceded her in death on March 27, 2014.Nancy was a remarkable woman...
Garry Edward Baun
Sep 4, 2023
YOUNGSTOWN — Garry Edward Baun, known to his loved ones as “Ed,” peacefully passed away Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, at David Simpson Hospice House.
Born May 21, 1950, in Youngstown, Ed was the son of the late Garry J. and Lois I. Schultz Baun.
Ed was a 1968 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. Ed and pursued further studies at...
Otto Eul
Sep 3, 2023
POLAND — Otto K. Eul, 96, died Sunday, Sept. 3, 2023, at Shepherd of the Valley, surrounded by his family.
Otto was born May 16, 1927, in Oberhausen, Germany, the son of the late Karl and Karoline Hartmann Eul.
He came to the United States with his family in 1956 and made his home in Cincinnati. Otto worked as...
Kayla York
Sep 2, 2023
BOARDMAN — Kayla York, 27, made her transition to eternal life Saturday, Sept. 2. 2023
Kayla was born the daughter of Joseph York and Shannon Gibbons on Jan. 11, 1996.
She was a beautiful and wonderful daughter, and a loving and devoted big sister to her brother, Antonio, whom she adored more than anything in this world.
She was...
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