Jan 19, 2020

CANFIELD — Carole Adams Kesner, 86, a lifelong resident of the Youngstown area, died Sunday, Jan. 19, 2020 at Assumption Village.

Born to John and Eleanor Adams Jan. 17, 1934, Carole graduated from Chaney High School and had a remarkable career at both the Mahoning National Bank and Dollar Bank, where lifelong customers appreciated her sparkling personality,...

Jan 18, 2020

BOARDMAN — Hilde Schadel, 91, died peacefully Saturday afternoon, Jan. 18, 2020, at Briarfield Manor Nursing Home.

Hilde was born May 27, 1928, in Schmeil, Czechia, the daughter of Joseph and Marie Stecker.

Together, Hilde and her husband immigrated to Canada in 1955 from Germany, eventually making it to the United States a year later,...

Jan 18, 2020

POLAND — Patricia Rose Reardon Munroe, 87, passed away Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020, with her family at The Inn at Poland Way.

Pat was born Nov. 29, 1932 in Indianapolis, Ind., the daughter of Fred and Mary Zwicker, She attended The Rayen School and graduated from South High School.

She lived in the Youngstown area...

Jan 16, 2020

BOARDMAN - Cemal Suat Yelkin, 38, passed away Friday, January 16, 2020 at his home in Boardman, Ohio. He was born October 23, 1981 in Springfield, IL, the son of Ahsen and Cynthia (Ellsworth) Yelkin. Cemal was a 1999 graduate of Canfield High School. He was an accomplished race car driver and a member of the Sports Car Club...

Jan 11, 2020

POLAND — Barbara Elaine Fortunato Gibson, 80, died suddenly early Saturday morning, Jan. 11, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.

Barbara was born July 30, 1939, in Youngstown, the daughter of Nicholas and Anne Polovischak Fortunato. She was a 1957 graduate of Ursuline High School and attended Youngstown State University.

Mrs. Gibson was a professional...

Jan 10, 2020

NORTH RIDGEVILLE — Lawrence S. Sammartino, 70, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family after a courageous two-year battle with esophageal cancer.

Lawrence, affectionately known as Larry, was born Feb. 27, 1949, in Youngstown, the son of Albert P. and Marie C. Altier Sammartino.

He was a 1967 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School...

Jan 6, 2020

YOUNGSTOWN - Richard Roy Donner, 86, passed away Monday evening, Jan. 6, 2020, at Greenbriar in Boardman. He was born Jan. 23, 1933 in Youngstown, a son of the late, John Roy and Martha (Unger) Dingey. Richard graduated from Struthers High School.  He was Honorably Discharged from the Navy on Jan. 22, 1955.  Richard was a lineman for Ohio...

Jan 3, 2020

BOARDMAN - Joseph Rocco Palermo, 72, passed away Friday morning, January 3, 2020, at St. Elizabeth Health Center Boardman He was born November 26, 1947, in Youngstown, the son of the late, Rocco and Margaret (Nicola) Palermo. Joe was a 1965 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. He served his country as a Sergeant in the US Army during...

Jan 1, 2020

STRUTHERS - Mildred A. Lisko, “Millie” age 91, died Wednesday January 1, 2020 at Masternick Memorial Health Care Center.

Millie was born April 14, 1928 in Campbell, Ohio, a daughter of the late Joseph Shepas and Anna (Odvar) Shepas. She attended Campbell Memorial High School. Millie had such an enthusiasm for life.  Her door was always open. She loved visits from family and her many friends and was always there to brighten your day with her smile and laughter. Millie enjoyed many trips to casinos with her card...

Dec 28, 2019

AUSTINTOWN — Kathleen E. Wilson, 69, died peacefully early Saturday morning, Dec. 28, 2019, at the Cleveland Clinic.

Kathleen was born Feb. 20, 1950, in Youngstown, the daughter of Marguerite Cook Avery.

She was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and worked at Hitchcock X-Ray for 40 years. She later worked at Southwoods for...

Dec 24, 2019

CANFIELD — Rosemary Wollet, 61, died peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2019, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born Dec. 15, 1958, in Youngstown, the daughter of Walter and Mary Frances McNally Wollet.

Rosemary was a 1976 graduate of Ursuline High School. She graduated with honors from Youngstown State University with a degree in...

Dec 21, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN — Richard R. Oakley, 89, passed away Dec. 21, 2019, at Hospice House.

Mr. Oakley was born Nov. 28, 1930, at his home in Youngstown, a son of H. Ray and Dolly O’Connor Oakley. He was a lifelong area resident.

He was a 1948 graduate of Canfield High School and attended Kent State University....

Dec 19, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN - Gail A. Horvath, 60, passed away December 19, 2019.

She was born February 2, 1959 in Youngstown, the daughter of John J. and Irene M. (Pape) Horvath.

Gail was a graduate of Chaney High School Class of 1978. She worked in Nursing Care at Caprice Health for over 40 years.

She...

Dec 15, 2019

CANFIELD - Michael J. Layshock, 27, who passed away Sunday December 15, 2019 at his home. He was born March 16, 1992, in Youngstown, the son of Jay and Katie (O'Connor) Layshock. Michael attended Austintown Fitch High School. He was employed by MPW Industrial Services, where he was a technician. Michael enjoyed traveling and skate boarding. He was an avid...

Dec 12, 2019

STRUTHERS - M. Arlene Cramer, 85, passed away December 12, 2019.

Arlene was born January 17, 1934, in Lowellville, Ohio, a daughter of Svante "Swanee" and Aina Elizabeth (Anttila) Palomaki, and was a longtime area resident of Struthers. Arlene was a 1952 graduate of Poland High School, and she worked as a secretary at the Youngstown Sheet and...

Dec 11, 2019

CANFIELD - Geri Louise Bouslough, age 98, passed away on December 11, 2019, with her family by her side. She is at peace now with the Lord. Geri was born November 3, 1921, a daughter of Charles “Chick” and Grace (Robinson) Keller. Geri was a very young 98 years, and full of life. She was a loving mother, grandmother,...

Dec 10, 2019

NAPLES, Fla. — Thomas Terlesky, 77, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019, in Naples, Fla., after a brief illness.

He was born Sept. 5, 1942 in Youngstown, the son of the late John Terlesky and Ethel Polovischak Terlesky.

Tom lived most of his life in Youngstown, moving to Naples upon his retirement.

He...

Dec 9, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN — Doreen Stewart Cercone, 64, passed away Monday, Dec. 9, 2019, at UPMC Shadyside with her family by her side.

She was born Sept. 17, 1955, in Teaneck, N.J., a daughter of the late Anthony and Dorothy (Chmura) Stewart.

Doreen graduated from Paramus Catholic High School. Her love of books allowed her to be...

Dec 8, 2019

COLUMBIANA - Edward Thomas White, 58, passed away Sunday evening at his home. He was born Feb. 9, 1961 in Youngstown, a son of the late William O. and Rosemary (Ritzo) White. Ed was head of maintenance for Waldon Management at Columbiana Manor. He enjoyed going to the casino, playing darts and bowling. Ed had a great love for his...

Dec 7, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN– Daniel J. Reduga, 56, passed away Dec. 7, 2019, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.

In the words of his life partner, Joan Byrd, “It is with a shattered heart, that I announce the death of the love of my life, best friend, and life partner for close to 20 years.”

Danny was born May...