Clara Ann Bogdziewicz Gabriel
Mar 28, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN — Clara Ann Bogdziewicz Gabriel, lovingly known to everyone as “Aunt Clara,” passed away peacefully March 28, 2026, at the age of 90.
Clara was born Clara Ann Bogdziewicz in Youngstown, Ohio, on Aug. 4, 1935. She graduated from New Castle High School in 1952 and began working as a clerk at the local Kroger grocery store. She soon advanced...
Mary Modarelli
Mar 27, 2026
AUSTINTOWN — Mary Modarelli, 103, formerly of Euclid Blvd., Liberty Township, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, March 27, 2026, at Aventura at Humility House, after a long and fulfilling life.
Mary was born Oct. 5, 1922, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late John and Mary Plesac Bada, and came to the Youngstown area as a young child, where...
Lawrence S. Kurilla
Mar 26, 2026
MCDONALD — Lawrence S. Kurilla, 84, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, March 26, 2026, at Hospice House, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.
Lawrence was born Sept. 7, 1941, in Smock, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Stephen A. and Johanna B. Klena Kurilla, and was a lifelong area resident.
He was a 1959 graduate of Chaney High School...
Glenn L. Jackson
Mar 23, 2026
AUSTINTOWN - Glenn L. Jackson, 92, passed away peacefully, Monday evening, March 23, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.
Glenn was born Aug. 16, 1933, in Meyersdale, Pennsylvania, a son of the late James and Eva Mae Yutzy Jackson, and came to the Youngstown area in 1957.
He began working at a young age, assisting his uncle from...
Rochelle Blanco
Mar 21, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN — Rochelle “Rocky” Blanco, 89, who was lovingly known as “Rocky” to those closest to her, passed away peacefully Saturday, March 21, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.
Rochelle was born Oct. 30, 1936, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Joseph and Regina Glick Schodd. She attended East High School and was a lifelong area...
James S. McKinna Jr.
Mar 19, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN — James S. “Jimmy” McKinna Jr., 73, of Youngstown’s West Side, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Hospice House, surrounded by the love and comfort of his wife, Jeanne; his sister, Sandy Basora; and his nephew, Eric “Diggy” Basora, following an extended respiratory illness.
Jimmy was born Sept. 18, 1952, in Fort Rucker, Alabama, a son of the late...
Robert C. Winkle Jr.
Mar 18, 2026
AUSTINTOWN - It is with heavy hearts that our family shares the passing of our beloved Robert C. Winkle Jr., 71, a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather and incredible brother, who passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital following an extended illness.
Robert was born Dec. 12, 1954, in Youngstown, a son of the late Robert...
Eugene J. Lessick
Mar 16, 2026
NAPLES, FLORIDA - Eugene John Lessick 93, formerly of Girard, passed away Monday, March 16, 2026, in Naples, Florida after a long and fulfilling life.
Eugene was born March 28, 1932, in Smock, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Joseph Lessick and Anna Fada Lessick. He grew up in Pennsylvania and spent most of his life in the Youngstown area before...
Glenda E. Spencer
Mar 15, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Glenda E. (Parker) Spencer, born July 9, 1934, in Atwater, Ohio, to Madolyn and James Parker, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, at the age of 91.
Glenda was a proud graduate of South High School, Class of 1952. She began her career working for the Ohio Bell Telephone Company until her marriage to Henry Spencer on June...
Wanda J. Hill
Mar 11, 2026
BOARDMAN - Wanda J. Hill, 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at her home.
Wanda was born May 28, 1936, in Kenova, Ohio, a daughter of the late Robert Lee Elkins and Nellie M. Kennedy Elkins. She came to the Youngstown area in 1965 and made it her lifelong home.
She was a 1954 graduate of South...
Dr. Marwan Riad Rouweyha
Mar 5, 2026
WARREN - Dr. Marwan Riad Rouweyha, 90, passed away peacefully at home March 5, 2026, and was laid to rest at Tod Homestead Cemetery March 9, 2026.
A man of rare character and an unwavering moral compass, his legacy lives on through his devoted wife, Hoda Tabbara Rouweyha; his beloved sons, Dr. Rudy Rouweyha and his wife, Renee Burton Rouweyha, and...
Josephine C. Bakes
Mar 5, 2026
GIRARD – Josephine C. Bakes, 85, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 5, 2026, at Shepherd of the Valley Liberty, surrounded by the love of her family.
Josephine was born June 13, 1940, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late John B. Cappella and Rose M. Schettino Cappella, and was a lifelong area resident.
She was a 1958 graduate of Girard High School...
Nicholas C. Santucci
Mar 4, 2026
WARREN - Nicholas C. Santucci, 91, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
Born on October 14, 1934, Nicholas was a lifelong resident of Trumbull County who made a lasting impression on all who knew him. He was a proud craftsman who dedicated his life to the masonry trade, passing this knowledge and skill on to his...
Phyllis A. Fuller
Mar 2, 2026
GIRARD - Phyllis A. Fuller, 86, passed away Monday afternoon, March 2, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital following a brief illness.
Phyllis was born May 18, 1939, at home in McKinley Heights, a daughter of the late Philip and Blanche Stock Bianco, and was a lifelong area resident.
She was a 1957 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and worked at...
Jane S. Radovich
Feb 28, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Jane S. Radovich, 78, of Youngstown’s west side, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, Feb. 28, 2026 at Hospice House in Poland.
Jane was born March 28, 1947, in post-World War II Germany, a daughter of Felix and Eudokia Luczak. At the age of 4, her family immigrated to the United States, entering through Ellis Island, and chose to make...
Robert G. Stricko
Feb 27, 2026
AUSTINTOWN – Robert G. Stricko, 87, passed away peacefully, Friday evening Feb. 27, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family.
Robert was born July 24, 1938, in Youngstown, a son of the late John and Julia Matwiko Stricko, and was a lifelong area resident.
He was a 1956 graduate of Chaney High School and worked as...
Nina D. Pastore
Feb 24, 2026
MCDONALD - Nina D. Pastore, 88, passed away peacefully, Tuesday evening, Feb. 24, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the love of her family.
Nina was born Feb. 10, 1938, in Bugnara, L’Aquila, Italy, a daughter of the late Umberto and Edele Di Giacomo. She came to the United States and the Youngstown area as a young child,...
Eric Todd Trautman
Feb 17, 2026
GIRARD - Eric Todd Trautman, 61, died unexpectedly, Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 17, 2026, while at work.
Eric was born July 20, 1964, in Nuremberg, Germany, a son of Donald W. Trautman and Carol Wells. He came to the United States as a child and spent most of his life in Girard.
A 1983 graduate of Girard High School, Eric dedicated many years...
Richard Densmore Chilton
Feb 16, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN — Richard Densmore Chilton, 88, passed away Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, in the comfort of his home, with his family by his side.
Born May 10, 1937, in Roanoke, Virginia, Richard was the son of the late Claude Davis Chilton and Bessie Alice (Green) Chilton. He was a proud veteran, devoted husband and father, talented guitar picker, gifted storyteller, master...
Michael P. Hulewat Jr.
Feb 16, 2026
SAGAMORE HILLS — Michael P. Hulewat Jr., 78, passed away Monday afternoon, Feb. 16, 2026, in the comfort of his home, following a fierce battle with Parkinson’s disease. He refused to let it stop him, most times to his own detriment.
Michael was born Jan. 14, 1948, in Youngstown, the son of the late Michael and Catherine Malik Hulewat, and was...
