Jul 4, 2020

POLAND — James T. Kosek, 75, entered his place of eternal rest the morning of Saturday, July 4, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital after a long series of courageous battles with multiple diagnosed cancers.

James was born Nov. 3, 1944, in Youngstown, to Stanley and Bernice Rzasa Kosek, who preceded him in death.

James...

Jul 3, 2020

CANFIELD — Ronald G. Taylor, 63, passed away peacefully Friday, July 3, 2020, at his residence.

He was born April 21, 1957, in Elyria, the son of Donald G. and Reberta M. Fossett Taylor.

Ronald received a bachelor’s degree in business from Rio Grande College, where he was a member of the Alpha Sigma Phi...

Jul 1, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 2020, at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel, for Mary M. Peck, 63, who died Wednesday, July 1, 2020, at her home.

Mary was born June 14, 1957, in Girard, the daughter of John and Margaret Farkas McKenna.

She was a graduate of Girard...

Jul 1, 2020

CANFIELD — Diana L. Zidian, 66, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her adoring family, the morning of Wednesday, July 1, 2020, after a courageous five-year battle with cancer. She leaves behind a storied 66-year legacy as a wife, adoring mother of three, grandmother and a dedicated educator. She also was a model of unwavering faith throughout...

Jul 1, 2020

CANFIELD - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Asleep in Jesus. Joseph David Bianco, 84, passed away suddenly Wednesday morning at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Health Center. He was born Nov. 11, 1935 in Harvey, West Virginia, a son of the late Joseph Luis and Elsie M. (Muncy) Bianco. Dave was a chief train dispatcher for Conrail for 42 1/2 years, retiring in...

Jun 30, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Elizabeth A. Harasyn, 51, died unexpectedly, Tuesday, June 30, 2020.

Elizabeth was born Sept. 16, 1968, in Youngstown, the daughter of John and Olive Hoffman Harasyn.

She was a graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Youngstown State University.

Elizabeth currently worked as...

Jun 30, 2020

POLAND - Robert W. Sorenson, 95, died peacefully early Tuesday morning at home surrounded by his family.

Robert was born April 29, 1925, in Elkhart, Indiana, the twin son of Clarence and Cecilia (Klifoth) Sorenson.

He was a graduate of Elkhart High School and received a Bachelor degree in Air Transportation and Engineering from Purdue...

Jun 29, 2020

SALEM — Ruby Iris Rich, 39, passed away Monday at her home. Ruby was born June 5, 1981 in Mountain View, Ark., the daughter of James Michael and Kathleen J. (Kwiatkowski) Rich.

She was a 2000 graduate of Salem High School, was a certified welder, tattoo artist as well as talented artist.

She was an...

Jun 29, 2020

POLAND — Mary Nadolny, 92, of Poland, passed away at her home Monday, June 29, 2020, with her loving family by her side. She will be deeply missed.

Mary was born in Poland, Europe, Sept. 18, 1927, and gratefully came to Youngstown with her loving husband and daughter, Irene, in November of 1949. Mary loved America and...

Jun 29, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN — Anne Marie Simon Vross, 87, passed away peacefully Monday, June 29, 2020, surrounded by her family.

She was born Sept. 12, 1932, in Youngstown, the daughter of Alex and Tuban Simon.

Anne was a 1951 graduate of Ursuline High School and attended Youngstown State University.

She was extremely devoted to St....

Jun 27, 2020

CANFIELD - James (Jim) H. Buck, 82, passed away Saturday, June 27, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown. He was born May 19, 1938, in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Harold Gregory and Isabel (Scheetz) Buck. James attended Canfield High School and worked for General Motors as a line coordinator for 32 years until retiring. Also, he was in the...

Jun 24, 2020

CANFIELD — George H. Brundage, 83, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at Briarfield at Ashley Circle, from heart failure.

He was born Aug. 18,1936, in Youngstown, the son of George W. and Evelyn Hensch Brundage.

George graduated from Boardman High School in 1955 and Kent State University in 1960 with a bachelor’s degree...

Jun 22, 2020

SALEM - Charles Robert Scott, 71, passed away Monday morning at Salem North Healthcare Center. He was born Jan.16, 1949 in Lodi, a son Raymond and Betty Lucille (Ross) Scott. Charles was a machine adjuster for Envelope 1 in Columbiana. He was a great man and a proud man, He was his family's hero. Charles is survived by his wife, Susan Scott,...

Jun 19, 2020

BOARDMAN - Deborah Jane Nierlich, 58, died peacefully early Friday morning at her home at Gateways to Better Living. She was born Oct. 3, 1961, in Youngstown, the daughter of John and Catherine (Billett) Nierlich. Deborah attended Leonard Kirtz School and graduated from Fairhaven School in Niles. She spent many years working at the Mahoning County Workshop and Gateways...

Jun 18, 2020

On the evening of June 18th of 2020, Mario Petrino of Canfield, Ohio humbly commended his spirit to the Lord after suffering heart complications at the Cleveland Clinic.

Mario was born in autumn of 1939 to his parents, Rachel and Dominic in Miranda, Italy.

Mario, one of six children, is survived by only his sister, Maria, who now resides in Germany.

He...

Jun 13, 2020

POLAND — Ralph Davis, 91, died peacefully Saturday, June 13, 2020, at the Inn at Walker Mill surrounded by his family.

Ralph was born March 23, 1929, in Youngstown, the son of George and Doris Weaver Davis.

Ralph was a graduate of South High School and a veteran of the United States Army. He served...

Jun 12, 2020

LONDON, Ohio — Thomas J. McHugh, 49, died Friday, June 12, 2020, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus from injuries sustained in an ATV accident.

Tom was born Dec. 2, 1970, in Youngstown, the son of Thomas J. and Jane Burke McHugh.

He attended St. Christine School and was a 1989 graduate of Cardinal Mooney...

Jun 11, 2020

AUSTINTOWN- Teresa Jeanette Flowers, 58, departed this world Thursday, June 11, 2020,  to enter into eternal peace with our Heavenly Father after a 7-month battle with brain cancer. Her family was by her side. Teresa was born on Nov. 19, 1961, in Los Angeles, Calif., the  daughter of John and Jeanette Pizzuto, moving to Youngstown as a young child....

Jun 10, 2020

APACHE JUNCTION, Ariz. — Sadly, June 10, 2020, Rodney L. Eyster, 31, passed away at his father’s home in Apache Junction.

Rodney was born in Germany and came home to Ohio when he was 2. Rodney lived most of his life in and around Youngstown.

Rodney was smart, funny, handsome and so personable, and when...

Jun 9, 2020

AUSTINTOWN - William M. Basista, 93, passed away Tuesday at his home. He was born April 9, 1927 in Campbell, Ohio, a son of the late Martin and Mary (Zets) Basista. Bill was a veteran of the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He graduated from Campbell Memorial High School and attended Youngstown State University. He was...