Mar 2, 2021

NORTH LIMA — Ronald D. Handwork, 81, passed away Tuesday March 2, 2021, at his home.

He was born Aug. 1, 1939, in Youngstown, a son of the late John and Doris Graham Handwork.

Ronald started a career at Fithians Vault Co. in 1957 until 1970. In 2000, he retired from GM Lordstown. He was...

Mar 1, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — Sally Jean Reeder Tomasic, 76, peacefully entered eternal life Monday, March 1, 2021, while holding her sister Susie’s hand.

Sally was born Jan. 11, 1945, to Robert and Mildred Reeder. In 1963, she graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and went on to receive her cosmetology license. She proceeded to work at several salons, including...

Feb 24, 2021

PEORIA, Ill. — It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Janette M. Jaros Alt, 78, formerly of Struthers, who passed away peacefully at home with family at her side, Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021.

Janette, affectionately known as “Jan,” was born Dec. 26, 1942, in Youngstown, the daughter of John M. and Mary Jane...

Feb 24, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN — On Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, Beatrice M. “Betty” Scahill, 92, departed this life peacefully at home.

A private memorial ritual was held at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home on March 1, 2021, officiated by the Rev. Leo Wehrlin from St. Christine Parish, where she had been a member for 56 years.

Beatrice was born May...

Feb 23, 2021

BOARDMAN - Richard John O’Brien passed away peacefully at the Cleveland Clinic surrounded by his loved ones the morning of February 23rd at the age of 66 after a 2 month battle with cancer.

He was born on March 26 th 1954, in Youngstown Ohio.

He married his wife, Susan (Mayo) O’Brien on August 18,...

Feb 21, 2021

CAMPBELL — Lynn Ann Such, 60, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, Feb. 21, 2021, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her family and friends.

Lynn was born Sept. 1, 1960, in Youngstown, the daughter of Darrell and Gloria Stalnaker McCabe.

She was a 1978 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and worked many...

Feb 16, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN - Velma A. Ramps, 99, passed away Tuesday evening at her home with her family by her side. She was born February 11, 1922 in Collier, PA, a daughter of the late Andrew and Emilia (Lech) Czekanski. Velma was a member of St. Luke Church, where she served her time as a lector, eucharistic minister, and liturgy member.  She devoted...

Feb 16, 2021

YOUNGSTOWN - Nadine E. Ruess, 82, passed away Tuesday at Austinwoods.

She was born April 23, 1938 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Russell and Pauline (Milakovich) Lewis.

Nadine graduated from South High School.  She was a former realtor at Century 21 and then worked many years at Southside Hospital managing their switchboards.  Nadine...

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...