Obituaries

Dec 17, 2024

GIRARD – Patricia R. "Trish" Moon, 79, passed away peacefully, Tuesday afternoon, December 17, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital surrounded by the love of her family.

Patricia was born September 6, 1945, in Niles, a daughter of the late George and Ann Weida Rovnak. A lifelong resident of the area, she graduated from Niles McKinley High...

Dec 16, 2024

FAIRLAWN - Donna R. Daubenmire, 87, formerly of Canfield, passed away peacefully, Monday morning, December 16, 2024, at Akron City Hospital.

Donna was born November 25, 1937, in Charley Creek, Ohio, a daughter of the late Lee Elkins and Nellie Kennedy Elkins. She was a proud graduate of Columbus East High School. In 1966, Donna moved to...

Dec 12, 2024

GIRARD - Daniel Moadus, 78, passed away peacefully, Thursday evening, December 12, 2024, in the comfort of his home surrounded by the love of his family.

Daniel was born September 22, 1946, in Youngstown, a son of the late Daniel and Ann Rebracca Moadus. A lifelong resident of the area, he was a proud 1964 graduate of...

Dec 10, 2024

MCDONALD – Reverend Robert J. Hannon, Jr., 84, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at Shepherd of the Valley in Howland.

Robert was born October 6, 1940, in Cleveland, a son of the late Robert J. Hannon Sr., and Agnes Donohue Hannon and was a lifelong Ohio resident.

Robert graduated from Ursuline...

Dec 10, 2024

GIRARD - Kenneth James Flaviani, 59, passed away unexpectedly at his home Tuesday morning, December 10, 2024.

Kenneth was born September 16, 1965,  in Youngstown, the son of Alfred Flaviani and Cecelia DelBene Flaviani. A lifelong resident of Girard, he graduated from Girard High School in 1983 and dedicated his career to auto body repair and painting,...

Dec 8, 2024

BEAVERCREEK - Darrell L. Williams Jr., 55, passed away peacefully, Sunday morning, December 8, 2024, at Hospice of Dayton after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by the love of his family.

Darrell was born January 4, 1969, in Youngstown, the son of Darrell L. Williams Sr., and Cherie Rice Williams. He grew up...

Dec 7, 2024

AUSTINTOWN - Ann Klein, 87, passed away peacefully, early Saturday morning, December 7, 2024.

Ann was born December 16, 1936, in Ploska, Ukraine a daughter of the late Wasyl and Mary Homick Kichton. She emigrated to the United States as a child and settled in the Youngstown area, where she would later build a life rooted in...

Dec 7, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN - Catherine P. "Kay" (Donofrio) Petrella, 84, passed away peacefully, Saturday, December 7, 2024, at Liberty Healthcare Center surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.

Catherine who was affectionately known as Kay, was born August 22, 1940, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Samuel Donofrio and Antonette DiCiocco Donofrio.  A lifelong resident of...

Dec 6, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN - Darlene B. Powers, 93, passed away peacefully, Friday, December 6, 2024, at her daughter's home.

Darlene was born December 21, 1930. She spent the last seven years at Liberty Arms Assisted Living.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to the nurses and staff of Liberty Arms, as well as to Mercy Health Hospice (Compassus),...

Dec 6, 2024

NILES - Barbara Ann Perry, 83, passed away peacefully, Friday afternoon, December 6, 2024, in the comfort of her home.

Barbara was born January 19, 1941, in Youngstown, the beloved daughter of the late Paul and Anna Pregibon Vukovinsky. She remained a lifelong resident of the Youngstown area and was a proud 1958 graduate of Chaney High...

Dec 6, 2024

CONCORD TOWNSHIP - Sylvia Copich Fabian, 101, formerly of E. Kline Street in Girard, passed away peacefully, Friday morning, December 6, 2024, at Vista Springs Quail Highlands after a long and fulfilling life.

Sylvia was born June 22, 1923, in Niles, the daughter of the late Joseph and Frances (Rebek) Copich. She was an honor graduate of...

Dec 5, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN - Helene Gombas, 94, of the city's west side, passed away peacefully, Thursday, December 5, 2024, in the comfort of her home surrounded by the love of her family..

Helene was born September 18, 1930, in Budapest, Hungary, the beloved daughter of Mr. And Mrs. Stephen Winkler. Her early life was marked by resilience and courage...

Dec 3, 2024

AUSTINTOWN - Antonio Nicola Manes, 87, passed away peacefully, Tuesday morning, December 3, 2024, at Hospice House.

Antonio was born March 4, 1937, in Montecilfone, Italy, a son of the late Pasquale and Carolina D'Inzeo Manes.  In 1966, he immigrated to the United States, making Youngstown his new home and embracing the opportunities of a new life....

Dec 3, 2024

YOUNGSTOWN - Michael G. "Mike" Roblak, 69, of the city's west side, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, December 3,2024, at Hospice House surrounded by his family after a fierce, four year fight with cancer.

Michael was born February 28, 1955, in Youngstown, the beloved son of the late Mike and Julie Kulik Roblak and was a lifelong area...

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...

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,...

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...

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.

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...

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...