YOUNGSTOWN — Joseph W. Novacich, 53, passed away unexpectedly Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.

Joseph was born Aug. 23, 1972, in Youngstown, a son of the late Joseph N. Novacich and Linda Beth Graham, and was a lifelong area resident.

He is survived by his sister, Theresa (James) Murphy of Canfield; and his niece and nephew.

Private services were held at Kinnick Funeral Home in Youngstown.

Joseph was laid to rest at Green Haven Memorial Gardens in Austintown.