All Obituaries

YOUNGSTOWN - Eric Leo Frenzel, 52, passed away peacefully April 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with brittle diabetes and heart disease in the comfort of his home. Born on April 15, 1972, in Youngstown, to Werner and Barbara Fredette Frenzel, Eric was a proud graduate of Youngstown Christian Academy, class of 1990. Following in his father's footsteps, he joined the family-owned business, Continental Plumbing Company, where he demonstrated exceptional skill and commitment as a union...

AUSTINTOWN- Josephine L. Gay, 81, passed away peacefully, Saturday morning, April 20, 2024, in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. Josephine was born November 3, 1942, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Thomas A. Leach and Thelma Waller Leach. She was raised by her mother, Thelma and her stepfather, Patsy Romeo and was a lifelong area resident. Throughout her lifetime, Josephine held various jobs, demonstrating her dedication to providing for her family. Notably, she...

CAMPBELL - Maria Perez Roman, 80, passed away Friday evening, April 19, 2024, at Briarfield Manor. Maria was born September 27, 1943, in Puerto Rico, a daughter of the late Jorge Perez and Maria Roman and came to the United States and specifically Campbell more than 50 years ago. In her younger days, Maria worked as a bartender before dedicating her life to raising and caring for her family. She enjoyed collecting dolls and spending time with her family and friends. Maria is survived by...

POLAND - Paul Stephen Terlesky, 83, formerly of Howland, passed away peacefully, Friday evening, April 19, 2024, at Poland Village Assisted Living. Paul was born May 23, 1940, in Youngstown, a son of the late Stephen and Mary Betts Terlesky and was a lifelong Mahoning Valley Resident. He was a 1958 graduate of The Rayen School and worked at General Motors Lordstown for 30 years before retiring in 2000. His commitment to education and service led him to Youngstown State University, where...

POLAND - Barbara A. Williams, 81, formerly of McDonald, passed away peacefully, Thursday afternoon, April 18, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital with her daughter by her side. Barbara was born February 26, 1943, in Sharon, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Victor Dyll and Helen Dendarsky Dyll. Barbara was raised in Hubbard by her mother and stepfather, Emmett Farmer and was a lifelong area resident. She was a proud graduate of Hubbard High School and dedicated over three decades...

CANFIELD - Mary Geletka, 99, passed away peacefully, Friday morning, April 12, 2024, in the comfort of her home. Mary, who was affectionately known as Mayo by friends and family, was born April 16, 1924, in Campbell, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Susie Vavrek Pacak and lived in the area for most of her life, spending 37 years in Monessen, Pennsylvania. She was a 1943 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and in her younger days, Mary worked for Triangle Coat Factory,...

TAMPA, FLORIDA - Charles W. Lautner II, 62, passed away Thursday evening, March 28, 2024, at his home due to natural causes. Charles, who was affectionately known as Chuck or Chuckie, was born October 7, 1961, a son of Charles W. Lautner Sr., and Audrey Boles Lautner and was born and raised on Youngstown’s west side. He graduated from Chaney High School in 1979, where he excelled as a member of both the track and football teams. Charles continued his education at Baldwin Wallace...

YOUNGSTOWN - Betty Copp, 90, passed away Thursday evening, April 11, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital with her family by her side. Betty was born March 20, 1934, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Frank and Sophie Buttry and was a lifelong area resident. She was a graduate of East High School and dedicated her adult life to raising and caring for her family. Mrs. Copp was a member of St. Angela Merici Church in Youngstown and cherished the community she found there. However,...

AUSTINTOWN - Janyth P. Keevey, 81, passed away peacefully, Thursday evening, April 11, 2024, at Hospice House. Janyth was born November 11, 1942, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Albert and Genevieve Myers Paul and was a lifelong area resident. She was a 1960 graduate of Chaney High School and subsequently attended Youngstown State University where she earned an associate’s degree in business. Janyth's professional journey was marked by a profound commitment to education....

YOUNGSTOWN - Lillian Fabry, 88, passed away Wednesday afternoon, April 10, 2024, at Woodlands at Hampton Woods with her family by her side. Lillian was born April 15, 1935, in Youngstown  a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Dutko Mayor and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from Chaney High School in 1953 and went on to work at Murphy Mart and later at Ames for many years until her retirement. Throughout her career, she balanced her professional responsibilities with...