Obituaries

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...