Evelyn "Dee" Stoops

Oct 23, 2024

Evelyn (Rochford) Stoops, known to all as "Dee," peacefully passed away on October 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. 

Dee will be fondly remembered for her love and dedication to her family and friends. In October 1988, she tragically lost the love of her life, Coach Ron Stoops Sr. From that moment forward she became the rock and the heart...

William Lehotsky

Oct 21, 2024

NORTH JACKSON - William Lehotsky, 85, went home to be with his Lord, October 21, 2024, in his home while surrounded by his loving family. 

Born on January 28, 1939, at his home in North Jackson, the son of John and Mary Klimek Lehotsky. 

William was a proud 1957 graduate of Jackson Milton High School and went on to serve in the...

Grace L. Holbrook

Oct 21, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN - Grace L. Holbrook, 83, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024, at Hospice House, surrounded by her family. 

Born on April 21, 1941, in Wooster, the daughter of Roy and Myrtle4 Smith Jolliff. 

Grace graduated from Hubbard High School. She dedicated herself to raising a loving family, pouring her heart into creating a nurturing and supportive home. Grace loved playing...

Susan B. Kelly

Oct 20, 2024

Susan B. Kelly, 75, gracefully left this life on October 20, 2024, at The Inn at Walker Mill in Youngstown, Ohio, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 20, 1949, in Youngstown, Ohio, Susan’s life was a rich tapestry woven from her devotion to family, her adventurous spirit, and her endless creativity. 

Susan graduated from Boardman High School. She later...

Rosemarie Minich

Oct 13, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN - Rosemarie Minich, 71, died October 13, 2024. 

 She was born October 22, 1952, in Youngstown, the daughter of Andrew and Helen (Bindas) Balko and was a lifelong resident of the area. 

She graduated from Chaney High School class of 1970 and from Youngstown State University with a degree in Accounting. 

Rosemarie worked as an accountant and did taxes on the side...

Laura Hochendoner

Oct 12, 2024

AUSTINTOWN — Laura Hochendoner, 66, passed away Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Park Center Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Boardman.

Laura was born Sept. 24, 1958, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to the late Jerome and Margaret Hochendoner. 

She graduated from Jackson Milton High School in 1976, where she starred as an athlete on both the basketball and track and field teams. 

After graduation, she...

John G. Burns III

Oct 12, 2024

CANFIELD - John G. Burns III, 56, passed away on October 12, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown after a very courageous battle with cancer. 

He was born August 28, 1968, in Youngstown, the son of the late John and Barbara (Ehrhart) Burns II.

John worked for Surack Landscaping for a significant portion of his life and spent many years as...

Amanda Lynn DiRocco

Oct 11, 2024

Amanda Lynn DiRocco, 43, departed this life on October 11, 2024, at Salem Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her cherished loved ones. Amanda was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, born March 14, 1981, in East Liverpool, Ohio. Amanda's kind heart, infectious laughter, and warm soul have left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of...

Ernest G. Tacsik

Oct 10, 2024

Ernest G. Tacsik, “Ernie,” 66, resident of Dallas, TX, and formerly of Austintown, died while vacationing in Egypt on October 10, 2024. 

Ernie was born in Youngstown, grew up in Austintown, and relocated to Dallas after college. He attended Immaculate Heart of Mary grade school and Austintown-Fitch High School. He earned a BS degree in Electrical Engineering at Youngstown State University,...

Laura Wimer

Oct 9, 2024

CANTON - Laura Wimer, 45, died October 9, 2024, at home. 

She was born on February 8, 1979, in Youngstown, the daughter of Robert E. Wimer Jr. and Darlene Bokesch. 

Laura was raised in Austintown, where she attended St. Joseph School, Watson Grade School, Frank Ohl Middle School, and graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1997. Laura continued her education at...

John Joseph Peck

Oct 7, 2024

John Joseph Peck, 72, passed away at his home in Liberty, Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.

He was born Sept. 12, 1952, to parents John and Alice Martin Peck.

John graduated from Liberty High School in 1972. He pursued a career as an auto mechanic, owning and operating his own business for several decades. After retiring from the trade, he became an OSS...

Donna Jean DeNiro

Oct 7, 2024

Donna Jean DeNiro, 87, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away October 7, 2024, at the Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by her six children.

Donna was born on March 21, 1937, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the late George and Mary (Marino) Easton. 

She dedicated herself tirelessly to raising her six children. Donna's commitment to her family was evident in all...

Deborah J. McGahagan

Oct 6, 2024

AUSTINTOWN - Deborah (Debbie) J. McGahagan, 69, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, at St. Mary's Alzheimer’s Center, with her family gathered around her.

She was born on December 14, 1954, in Youngstown, Ohio. 

A 1973 graduate of Rayen High School, Debbie further pursued her passion for nursing at Choffin, where she laid the foundation of a remarkable career that would...

Gloria A. White

Oct 2, 2024

Gloria White passed away on Wednesday evening at the Hospice House in Poland, with her daughter and son-in-law at her side. 

Gloria was born on September 14, 1927 to Frank and Eleanor Cramer. Gloria attended South High School and married the love of her life William (Bill) Smith on New Year’s Day 1946. 

Gloria was a homemaker who made the best Sunday...

Joan D. Beach

Oct 2, 2024

NEW MIDDLETOWN - Joan D. Beach, 91, died peacefully Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.

Joan was born Feb. 24, 1933, in Youngstown, the daughter of Walter and Cleo Wire Osborne.

She was a graduate of South High School. Joan spent her life as a dedicated homemaker, caring for her family and her home. She...

Ronald Lee Griffith

Oct 2, 2024

AUSTINTOWN - Ronald Lee Griffith, 89, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, in Austintown, Ohio. 

Born on October 18, 1934, in Belington, West Virginia, to the late Alfred Griffith and Julia V. (Perchan) Griffith. He graduated from Belington High School in 1954. 

For 34 years, Ronald devoted his career as a crane operator to LTV Steel, where he earned a reputation...

Timothy P. Powers

Oct 1, 2024

BOARDMAN — Timothy P. Powers, born Feb. 20, 1965, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at his home, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024.

A 1984 graduate of Boardman High School, he set a cross-country record in 1983.Timothy became a member of the Youngstown Road Runners. He also was an avid race car fan and a collector of coins and sports cards.

He is...

Eileen L. Novotny

Oct 1, 2024

CANFIELD — Eileen Letitia Walsh Novotny, 79, died Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024 at Windsor House at Canfield. 

Eileen was born in Youngstown on Jan. 5, 1945, the middle child and oldest daughter of T. Carl and Thelma Irene Raub Walsh. 

Eileen attended St. Patrick School and graduated in 1963 from Cardinal Mooney High School, where she was senior class officer and an...

Philip DeChicco

Sep 27, 2024

CANFIELD — Philip Richard DeChicco, 89, affectionately known as “Pat,” passed away peacefully, Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. 

He was the oldest son of the late Andrew and Theresa Piazza DeChicco. He was born in 1935 in Youngstown, in his parents’ home, on his parents’ first anniversary. He attended Rayen High School.

As a youth, Pat spent every hour possible at Evans Baseball...

Dr. Raymond Najem

Sep 27, 2024

CANFIELD — Dr. Raymond “Ray” Wade Najem, 87, passed away Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, peacefully and with his family at his side.

Ray was born Feb. 28, 1937, to Dr. Wade John Najem and Mrs. Anne Salem Najem of Sharon, Pa. 

He enjoyed academics and loved learning. After graduating from Hubbard High School as class president in 1955, Ray remained active organizing...