Feb 15, 2021

BOARDMAN — Rudy J. Zemelka, 70, died suddenly Monday morning, Feb. 15, 2021, in the emergency room at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.

Rudy was born Sept. 3, 1950, the son of Frank and Christine Glever Zemelka. After graduating from St. Clairsville High School, he attended Ohio University and later graduated from the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy....

Feb 14, 2021

NEW MIDDLETOWN — Charles Henry Cartwright, 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021, at his son’s home, with his family by his side.

He was born Aug. 18, 1938, in Youngstown, a son of the late Charles H. Jr. and Mary Conroy Cartwright.

Charles was a 1956 graduate of Ursuline High School and...

Feb 13, 2021

CANFIELD — Alice Stavich Klempay, 87, passed away peacefully at her seasonal home in Canfield on Feb. 13, 2021, following a six-month convalescence.

Alice and her husband, Edward “Butch” Klempay, were residents of Fort Myers, Fla. She passed away with her family at her side, providing care and love throughout her final six months.

Alice...

Feb 13, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — Patricia A. Dixon, 83, passed away at home on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021.

She was born July 30, 1937, to Alice Clarke and William Boslough in Sharon, Pa.

Patricia graduated from Sharon High School in 1955 and graduated from Trumbull Memorial Hospital School of Nursing as a registered nurse in 1958. She went...

Feb 12, 2021

STEINMAN, LARRY WAYNE, 81, of Fairfax, Virginia, husband of Laura Walsh-Steinman, passed away February 12, 2021 in his home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Ruth (Worstein) Steinman, and two brothers, Buddy and Eddie Steinman.

He is survived by his wife, Laura; brothers Lavern Steinman of Springfield, Ohio; Dean Steinman of Silver...

Feb 10, 2021

POLAND — Anita Grace D’Eramo, 87, passed away Wednesday evening, Feb. 10, 2021, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.

She was born June 5, 1933, in Mahoningtown, Pa., a daughter of Frank Dominick and Emma Margaret Nocera Dattilo.

After graduating from New Castle High School in 1951, Anita attended Franco Beauty Academy in Pittsburgh, completing...

Feb 7, 2021

ALLIANCE — Helen A. Grodski, 98, passed away Sunday morning, Feb. 7, 2021, at her daughter’s home in Alliance.

She was born May 4, 1922, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Paul and Katherine Yadioha Stadnik.

Helen retired from Kirkmere School after 41 years as a custodian. She was a member of St. Joseph...

Feb 4, 2021

NORTH JACKSON - Mr. Jackie "Jack" H. Skinner, 83, died peacefully early Thursday, February 4, 2021, at home surrounded by his family after a long battle with kidney disease. Jack was born May 11, 1937, in Stratton, OH, the son of Stanley and Maude (Mellott) Skinner. He graduated high school in Florida and spent his early years on construction...

Feb 4, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — Kathryn R. Wargacki, 100, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021, at her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Punta Gorda, Fla.

Kathryn was born June 20, 1920, in Youngstown, the daughter of Nicholas and Mary Katinsky Terlecky.

Kathryn worked for US Steel Corp as a data entry operator until...

Feb 4, 2021

MEDINA — Matthew R. Flis, 39, passed away Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021.

He was born May 13, 1981, in Youngstown.

Matthew was a 1999 graduate of Poland Seminary High School and received a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Mount Union College. He was honorably discharged in 2012 after serving his country in the Army,...

Jan 29, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — Richard E. Leone, 72, passed away peacefully Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, surrounded by his children.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 24 years, Valerie M. Gall Leone, who passed away in 1999, and is survived by their children, Richard (Megan) Leone, Kimberly (Anthony) Carmello, David (Emily) Leone and Kathryn Leone (Jason Farrell)....

Jan 29, 2021

Austintown - Margaret A. Pierson, 87, passed away Friday morning, January 29, 2021 at Humility House. She was born August 26, 1933 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late, James L. and Catherine (Welsh) Charles. Margaret graduated from Ursuline High School. She dedicated her life to taking care of her family and raising her ten children. Margaret loved traveling...

Jan 29, 2021

CANFIELD – Corey Michaliszyn, 48, peacefully passed away January 29, 2021, after a long battle with brain cancer.

Corey was born on Oct. 13, 1972, in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania but spent most of his childhood and early adult life in Las Vegas, Nevada.  He was a lover of music, movies, and video gaming.  He was a great guitarist and...

Jan 29, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — Madeline E. Miller, 96, passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2021.

Madeline was born April 16, 1924, in Youngstown, to the late Joseph and Mary Ellen Gaffney Donnelly.

She was the most loving and special wife to Ernest Miller, who died Jan. 1, 1973.

Madeline was also predeceased by her siblings, Mary...

Jan 29, 2021

SALEM — Gabriel G. “Gabe” Mraz, 73, passed away Friday morning, Jan. 29, 2021, at his home with his family by his side.

He was born June 1, 1947, in Youngstown, a son of the late Michael and Anne (Tovtin) Mraz.

Gabe was a 1965 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. He served his country...

Jan 29, 2021

Adele Glista, 100, of Youngstown died Friday morning, January 29, 2021 in St. Elizabeth’s Youngstown Hospital after a brief illness.

Born November 17, 1920 in Youngstown, she was the daughter of the late John and Caroline (Bak) Pachut.

Adele was a lifetime resident of Youngstown and a 1938 graduate of South High School January class. ...

Jan 28, 2021

BOARDMAN — George A. Saadey, D.D.S., 85, passed away Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021.

Dr. Saadey was born Dec. 7, 1935, in Youngstown, a son of Anton and Minerva Abraham Saadey. He was the sixth of nine children. He graduated from East High School in 1954 and was a proud member of the East High School Golden Bears...

Jan 27, 2021

CANFIELD - David A. Bundschu, 77, passed away Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at Hospice House.

He was born October 5, 1943 in Youngstown, a son of the late Alfred and Margaret (Carlson) Bundschu.

David was a 1961 graduate of South High School and received an Associate's Degree from Youngstown College.  He was honorably discharged from the...

Jan 27, 2021

Hubbard - On a crisp Wednesday afternoon. January 27,2021, Donald Paul D’Andrea passed peacefully surrounded by family at the age of 80.

Donald was born March 6, 1940 in Youngstown, Ohio the son of Lucia D’Andrea.  His mother passed when Donald was only four years old.  He was raised by Samuel and Pauline Manno.  He was a...

Jan 25, 2021

AUSTINTOWN — Donald J. Fusco, 86, died unexpectedly Monday, Jan. 25, 2021, at his home.

Donald was born Jan. 20, 1935, in Youngstown, the son of Guy and Ann Carone Fusco.

He graduated valedictorian from North High School and attended Youngstown State University.

Donald worked for GE and RCA as a senior technician...