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Gregory D. Barr
Nov 27, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN - Gregory D. Barr, 63, of the city's west side, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at his home, following a courageous battle with lung cancer.
Gregory was born September 16, 1961, in Canton, a son of the late Thurman and Sandra Wearstler Barr. A lifelong resident of the area, he grew up in Newton...
Stanley J. Miglets, Jr.
Nov 26, 2024
CANFIELD – Stanley J. Miglets, Jr., 73, passed away Tuesday evening, November 26, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.
Stanley was born April 15, 1951, in Youngstown, the son of the late Stanley J. Miglets Sr., and Helen Kohowski Miglets. He was a lifelong resident of the area and a proud graduate of Austintown Fitch High School,...
Richard E. "Dick" Crozier
Nov 24, 2024
AUSTINTOWN – Richard E. "Dick" Crozier, 86, passed away early Sunday morning, November 24, 2024, at St. Mary's Alzheimer's Center.
Richard was born August 28, 1938, in Youngstown, a son of the late Earl and Mildred "Betty" Scott Crozier. Dick lived in the Youngstown area for most of his life and proudly graduated from Chaney High School...
Robert J. Balog
Nov 23, 2024
CANFIELD – Robert J. Balog, 80, died Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Boardman. A private celebration of Bob's life will be held at a later date.
Michael A. Kakish
Nov 21, 2024
AUSTINTOWN – Michael A. Kakish, 71, entered into eternal rest with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 21, 2024, after over 35 years of faithfully walking in his Christian faith. A man who faced life's trials with unwavering trust in God, Michael's journey exemplified resilience, grace, and the transformative power of faith.
Michael was born...
Robert K. "Ken" Mccool
Nov 19, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert K. "Ken" McCool- a loving husband, devoted father and grandfather, and a cherished brother, who left our world on November 19, 2024.
Robert, who was affectionately known as Ken, was born November 14, 1956, in Youngstown, a son of the late Rev. John G. McCool and Adis Elizabeth...
Helen Yurchison
Nov 19, 2024
NORTH JACKSON – Helen Yurchison, 99, a resident of Antonine Village, departed this life Tuesday morning, November 19, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
Helen was born May 10, 1925, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Alex Garich and Mary Lazorchak Garich and was a lifelong area resident.
She was a proud graduate of...
Thomas Edward Infante
Nov 18, 2024
AUSTINTOWN – Thomas Edward Infante, 85, passed away Monday evening, November 18, 2024, in the comfort of his home.
Thomas was born June 4, 1939, in Youngstown, a son of the late Anthony and Teresa Simeo Infante, immigrants from Bagnoli Irpino, Italy. He embraced his Italian heritage and carried his parents' values of hard work and perseverance...
Cristino Pagan Negron
Nov 16, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN – Cristino Pagan Negron, 89, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 16, 2024, at Maplecrest Nursing Home in Struthers.
Cristino was born August 6, 1935, in Puerto Rico, a son of the late Francisco Pagan and Maria DeLaPaz Negron. Fifty years ago, he came to the United States, settling in Youngstown, where he built a life rooted...
Stephen John Bokry
Nov 14, 2024
AUSTINTOWN – Stephen John Bokry, 34, passed away peacefully in his sleep, Thursday, November 14, 2024, at his home.
Stephen was born October 4, 1990, in Youngstown, the beloved son of Heidi Shaffer Frankford and Steve Bokry. A lifelong resident of the Youngstown area, Stephen also cherished a decade spent in Florida, which brought its own special...
James W. Gray
Nov 12, 2024
NORTH LIMA – James W. Gray, 74, formerly of Orrville, Ohio, passed away Tuesday morning, November 12, 2024, at Willow Woods.
James was born September 8, 1950, in Wooster, a son of the late Richard and Patricia Cobb Gray and was a lifelong Ohio resident graduating from Orrville High School.
He is survived by his...
Gene Popovnak
Nov 7, 2024
AUSTINTOWN – Gene Popovnak, 87, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, November 7, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family in the comfort of his home.
Gene was born on October 9, 1937, in Youngstown a son of the late John and Anne Gregory Popovnak and lived in the area most of his life. He...
Sandra S. Hall
Nov 6, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN – Sandra S. "Sandy" Hall, 70, passed away Wednesday morning, November 6, 2024, at Hospice House.
Sandra was born December 30, 1953, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Robert Hall and Janet Elaine Umble Hall. She lived much of her life in the western United States, including Colorado, Las Vegas, and California, where she found...
Rachel E. Olsavsky
Nov 4, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN – Rachel E. Olsavsky, 37, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024, at her home. Rachel was born December 29, 1986, in Houston, Texas, a daughter of the late Robert Olsavsky and Sharon Brandt-Olsavsky. Rachel moved to the Youngstown area as a child and was a 2005 graduate of Boardman High School.
Rachel will be remembered for...
Ronald A. Suchora
Nov 4, 2024
AUSTINTOWN – Ronald A. Suchora, 61, passed away Monday morning, November 4, 2024, at Hospice House following a courageous one year battle with cancer.
Ronald was born August 4, 1963, in Youngstown, a son of Robert H. Suchora and Donna J. Bryer Suchora. Ron was a proud graduate of Lowellville High School, Class of 1981, and after...
David J. Laughlin
Nov 3, 2024
GIRARD – David "Dave" J. Laughlin, 56, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday, November 3, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.
David, who was affectionately known as Dave, was born October 8, 1968, in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, the son of James Laughlin and Delores Reed Armour. He was a proud graduate of Hopewell High School in Aliquippa, Class of...
Donald Francis Barnett
Nov 2, 2024
HENDERSON, NEVADA - Donald Francis Barnett, 80 of Henderson, NV, formerly of Youngstown, passed away peacefully, Saturday, November 2, 2024.
Donald was born August 24, 1944, in Youngstown, the youngest son of the late George and Alice (Dempsey) Barnett.
He graduated from Ursuline High School in 1962. He served the country on active duty in...
Stephen J. Zuppo
Oct 29, 2024
CANFIELD – Stephen J. Zuppo, 52, passed away Tuesday morning, October 29, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital following a courageous battle with cancer.
Stephen was born November 17, 1971, in Youngstown, a son of Anthony Zuppo and the late Janet Carano Zuppo, and was a lifelong area resident. A proud 1990 graduate of Girard High School,...
Shirley A. Kendall
Oct 28, 2024
YOUNGSTOWN – Shirley A. Kendall, 72, of the city's west side, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Monday morning, October 28, 2024, at her home.
Shirley was born January 18, 1952, in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, a daughter of George and Beverly Lancaster Rockwell and came to the Youngstown area as a child. She attended South High School and...
Barbara A. Mccullough
Oct 26, 2024
AUSTINTOWN – Barbara A. McCullough, 85, formerly of Warren, passed away peacefully, Sunday, October 26, 2024, at Briarfield at Ashley Circle.
Barbara was born September 9, 1939, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Robert Adams and Stella McLaughlin Adams. Barbara spent her life in the Mahoning Valley, where she was a beloved friend, family member, and...
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