Obituaries

Local Obituaries for the cities of Boardman, Lowellville, Struthers, & Poland in Ohio.

Pastor Arlie G. Dorman

Pastor Arlie G. Dorman

Feb 20, 2025

Poland - Pastor Arlie Gordon Dorman, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by those he loved most on February 20, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman.

He was born November 28, 1943 in Cape Girardeau, MO, the son of the late Arlie and Geneva (Presley) Dorman.

Arlie was called into the ministry beginning at the age of 18 and dedicated his life...

Mary Catherine Smidt

Mary Catherine Smidt

Feb 20, 2025

Poland - Mary Catherine Smidt, 96, of Poland, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at the Inn at Poland Way surrounded by her children. 

Born on August 21, 1928, in Youngstown, she was a daughter to the late Wesley and Margaret (Higgins) Gotshall. She was lovingly raised by her aunt and uncle, Ralph and Nora McCarty. 

Mary was a 1947 graduate...

Norma J Curatola

Norma J Curatola

Feb 18, 2025

Enon Valley - Norma J. Curatola, 84, of Enon Valley, PA, passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, surrounded by her children.

Born October 19, 1940, in Poland, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late John and Pauline (Simonsic) Metzka.

Norma was a graduate of Poland Seminary High School. Norma's life was shared with her loving husband, Harry James Curatola, whom...

Elaine Raffety

Elaine Raffety

Feb 17, 2025

CANFIELD - Dorothy “Elaine” Blase Raffety, 96, passed away Monday morning, February 17, 2025, at Windsor House at Canfield, Canfield, Ohio. Her daughters, Pat and Amy, were with her in her last hours.

She was born June 7, 1928 in Cincinnati, Ohio, the daughter of Emil and Dorothea Blase.

 She married Stanley Waitt Raffety on June 12, 1954 in Cincinnati, Ohio. He...

Robert Lee Magni

Robert Lee Magni

Feb 16, 2025

Poland - Robert Lee “Bob” Magni, Sr, 93, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 16, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Born on November 18, 1931, in Youngstown, Ohio, Bob was the son of the late Louis and Sarah (DeSalle) Magni. 

He was a 1950 graduate of East High School and went on to attend Youngstown College.

Bob proudly served his...

James T. Lendi

James T. Lendi

Feb 16, 2025

Poland - James T. "Jim" Lendi, 68, passed away unexpectedly on February 16, 2025 at St. Elizabeth in Boardman surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born August 13, 1956, a son of the late Ralph and Pauline (Christein) Lendi. He was a resident of Poland since the early 80s and recently retired from the State of Ohio.

Jim loved to spend...

Duane L. Wilt

Duane L. Wilt

Feb 15, 2025

Canfield - Duane Wilt, 75, of Greenford, was summoned to his heavenly home after a brief illness on Saturday, February 15, 2025. 

Duane was surrounded by his loving family, his wife of 54 years, the former Retta Wilson; sons, Wayne (Shawna) of Greenford, Robert (Lana) of Leetonia, and Jason of Greenford; his grandchildren, Jayli, Ellie, and Jack, and Jayli's mother, Suzi...

Robert David Rhoads, Jr.

Robert David Rhoads, Jr.

Feb 14, 2025

Youngstown - Robert David Rhoads, Jr., age 70, passed away Friday morning, February 14, 2025, at Mercy Health - St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.

Robert was born January 24, 1955, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of the late Robert and Gwendolyn Martin Rhoads.

Robert was a graduate of Boardman High School, Class of 1973. He attended Youngstown State University and later, Northern...

Bonnie Rose George

Bonnie Rose George

Feb 12, 2025

Poland - Bonnie Rose George, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at Hospice of the Valley - Hospice House, surrounded by her loving family.

Bonnie was born on June 15, 1944, in Youngstown, Ohio, to the late Patrick and Irene (Becker) Moderalli. She was a 1962 graduate of Liberty High School and remained a devoted resident of the...

Harry Machuga

Harry Machuga

Feb 12, 2025

Harry Machuga, 97, passed away with his family at his side, Wednesday evening, February 12, 2025, in the comfort of his home. His remarkable life spanned nearly a century, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and service.

Born on October 7, 1927, in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Harry was the beloved son of Stephen and Catherine Zoblesein Machuga. He was raised in...

Xiaoli Li

Xiaoli Li

Feb 8, 2025

Poland - Xiaoli Li, 66, formerly of Chongqing, China, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, February 8, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital’s Emergency Room.

Born on December 29, 1958, in Chongqing, China, Xiaoli was the daughter of Xing Li and Zhengzhi Hu. She moved to the United States on October 8, 2009 and made a lasting impact on all who...

Earl Haddle

Earl Haddle

Feb 6, 2025

Boardman - Earl Haddle, 71, of Boardman, passed away peacefully in his sleep during the morning hours of Thursday February 6, 2025, with his loving wife and granddaughter by his side. 

Earl was born April 20, 1953, in Youngstown to the late Carl Haddle Sr. and Mary (Stirk) Haddle. 

After graduating from Chaney High School in 1971, Earl met the love of...

Donna Hinderliter

Donna Hinderliter

Feb 6, 2025

Poland- Donna Hinderliter, 88, passed away Thursday afternoon, February 6, 2025, at Hampton Woods Nursing Center.

Donna was born February 6, 1937 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Nicholas and Rose Franko Mancini.

Raised in Youngstown, Donna was a graduate of The Rayen School, Class of 1955. She went on become a beautician and later worked as a secretary in radiology for...

Jimmy D. Saffell

Jimmy D. Saffell

Feb 6, 2025

Struthers - Jimmy D. Saffell, 79, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, February 6, 2025. 

Jim was born July 5, 1945 in Andalusia, Alabama, a son of James Francis Saffell and Ruby Lee (Ramer) Saffell.

He graduated from Boardman High School in 1963. Jim served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. 

He was a hard worker in different mills in Youngstown. He...

Nadina Ague

Nadina Ague

Feb 6, 2025

Youngstown - Nadina "Cookie” Ague, 56, of Youngstown, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at the Hospice of the Valley- Hospice House.

Nadina was born October 12, 1968 in Youngstown, the daughter of Norberto and Elisa (Casillas) Molina.

She attended both East High School and Mineral Ridge High School. She fell in love with her high school sweetheart, Guy, and together...

Gary E. Kalbasky

Gary E. Kalbasky

Feb 6, 2025

Gary Kalbasky, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away in the early hours of Thursday morning, February 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He faced complications from pancreatic cancer with the same strength and tenacity he showcased throughout his life.

Born on September 25, 1950, in Youngstown, Ohio, Gary was the son of Eugene and Katherine Olinik Kalbasky....

Mariann Logozzo

Mariann Logozzo

Feb 4, 2025

Lowellville - Mariann Logozzo, 67, of Lowellville, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio. Born on November 1, 1957, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Angelo (Scatamacchio) and Mary (Pezzulo).

A proud 1975 graduate of Mohawk High School, Mariann’s life was filled with love and dedication. On July 7, 1979,...

Phyllis A Slaven

Phyllis A Slaven

Feb 3, 2025

Struthers-Phyllis A. Slaven, 96, of Struthers, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Maplecrest Nursing Home in Struthers. 

Born July 11, 1928, in Struthers, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine (Straley) Parker. 

Phyllis was a 1947 graduate of Struthers High School. It was there that she met William. Together, they shared 63 years of marriage until...

Diana Cremens

Diana Cremens

Feb 3, 2025

Struthers - Diana Cremens, 74, passed away February 3, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman. 

Born on August 29, 1950, Diana was a 1968 graduate of Struthers High School. She went on to earn both an Associate's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree from Youngstown State University, where she graduated with honors. 

Diana helped to break the glass ceiling by being the...

John Sovick

John Sovick

Feb 2, 2025

Struthers - It is with great sadness that we share the loss of our brother, John Sovick, 70, who passed away on February 2, 2025 under the care of Ohio Living Hospice. 

He was born on May 18, 1954 in Youngstown, a son of the late Frank and Nicolina (Thomas) Sovick. 

He was a 1972 graduate of Struthers High School and a...

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