Obituaries

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

Wanda J. Wiff

Wanda J. Wiff

Mar 23, 2024

Boardman - Wanda J. Wiff, 94, of Boardman, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Briarfield Nursing Facility. She is survived by her loving husband of 74 years, Howard F. Wiff. Wanda was born June 27, 1929 in Mingo Junction, OH, daughter of the late Carl and Gertrude (Arnold) Chorjel .She was a 1948 graduate of South High School....

Beatriz B. Ballais

Beatriz B. Ballais

Mar 22, 2024

Struthers - Beatriz Buena Ballais, 93, passed away on March 22, 2024, in the comfort of her home. Beatriz was born August 29, 1930 in the Philippines, a daughter of Emiliano and Benita Requibo Buena.A dedicated homemaker, Beatriz will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. After relocating to the United States, Beatriz and her husband, Pablo,...

James A. DelFlore, Sr.

James A. DelFlore, Sr.

Mar 22, 2024

Coitsville-James A. DelFlore, Sr., 88, died March 22, 2024, in the comfort of his home.Born February 20, 1936, in Youngstown, Ohio, he was the son of Albert and Micheline "Micky" (Circella) DelFlore.He attended North High School and began working at Youngstown Foundry & Machine Shop. He then went on to work at Republic Steel & LTV Steel Mill, retiring in...

Carol Carmela  Gizzi Griffith

Carol Carmela Gizzi Griffith

Mar 21, 2024

Lowellville - Carol Carmela Gizzi Griffith, 84, passed away Thursday evening, March 21, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.  Carol was born March 7, 1940 in New Castle, PA,  a daughter of the late Dominic and Caroline (Sheldone) Gizzi.She graduated from Lowellville High School in 1958 and was a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.  Carol was...

Elizabeth Barbara Yanek

Elizabeth Barbara Yanek

Mar 20, 2024

 Elizabeth Barbara Yanek, 88, passed away Wednesday evening, March 20, 2024 at Assumption Village with her children at her side. Elizabeth, affectionately known as Liz, was born July 10, 1935, in Campbell, Ohio, the youngest of ten children, to Anthony and Barbara Pachla Mudryk. A lifelong resident of Campbell, Liz graduated from Campbell Memorial High School in 1953 and attended Youngstown University...

Brian W. Pritt

Brian W. Pritt

Mar 20, 2024

Youngstown - Brian W. Pritt, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at his home.  Brian was born December 6, 1970 in Youngstown, OH, a son of Winters W. Pritt and Martha L. Travaline.  He graduated from Lowellville High School in 1989 and was a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.   Brian worked in the parts department for...

Max L. Crawford

Max L. Crawford

Mar 19, 2024

Poland - Max Crawford, 87, passed away peacefully at Hospice House Tuesday morning, March 19th, 2024, after a brief illness.  Max was born June 18th, 1936 in Oak Ridge, PA to Boyd and Irene Crawford.He was a 1954 graduate of Red Bank Valley High School in New Bethlehem, PA. After graduation, he moved to Struthers, OH to work at Youngstown...

Stella M. McGuire

Stella M. McGuire

Mar 16, 2024

Boardman - Stella M. McGuire, 72, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at St. Mary's Alzheimer Center in Columbiana surrounded by her loving family.Stella was born February 5, 1952 in Cleveland, Ohio, a daughter of the late Angelo and Stella (Meckes) Paolone.She came to the Youngstown area as a child, where she graduated from Austintown Fitch High School and...

Cosmo D. DeBartolo

Cosmo D. DeBartolo

Mar 15, 2024

Cosmo D DeBartolo entered the presence of his heavenly Father on March 15, 2024, just one week shy of his 100th birthday.

 

Cosmo D DeBartolo was born March 22, 1924, in Youngstown, at the family home on McGuffey Rd, a son of the late Jack and Grace (Sassanelli) DeBartolo. He graduated from South High School in 1942. He willingly served his...

Jacob A. Miletta

Jacob A. Miletta

Mar 14, 2024

Niles - Jacob A. Miletta, age 38, passed away on Thursday,  March 14, 2024.  He was an avid gun collector and took great pride in his collection, which was a reflection of his passion for history and craftsmanship.Jacob is survived by his beloved daughter, Sophia, who was the light of his life. He is also survived by his mother, Nancy...

Thomas Allen Kear

Thomas Allen Kear

Mar 14, 2024

Poland - Thomas Allen Kear, 72, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024 at Masternick Memorial, surrounded by his loving wife and children.He was born March 25, 1951 in Carey, OH, a son of the late Virgil and Alice (Clinger) Kear. Tom graduated from Carey High School in 1969. He attended The Ohio State University, where he earned a Bachelor of...

Jane E. Christofis

Jane E. Christofis

Mar 14, 2024

Jane (Auman) Christofis, 78, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2024 with her devoted daughter by her side and the love of her sons ever present in spirit and thoughts. For a woman small in stature, Jane’s love for her family was larger than life, and those left to cherish her memory will continue her legacy of love in the...

Alfred A. Davison

Alfred A. Davison

Mar 14, 2024

Canfield- Alfred “Barney” Davison, 93 years old, passed away peacefully, Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Aventura at Assumption Village in North Lima. Barney was born June 30, 1930 in Youngstown to Alfred and Alice (Leroy) Davison. He attended Boardman High School. He began his working career at the Boardman Fire Department from 1955-1966, rising to the position of assistant fire chief....

Gregory V. Endsley

Gregory V. Endsley

Mar 13, 2024

Gregory V. Endsley, 65, passed away Wednesday evening, March 13, 2024.Greg was born June 12, 1958 in Pensacola, Florida, a son of the late Lee and Margaret Eck Endsley. After his father's military career, his family settled in Struthers. A graduate of Ursuline High School, Class of 1976, Greg enlisted in the United States Navy.Greg returned to Struthers and attended Youngstown...

Tina M. Rodgers

Tina M. Rodgers

Mar 13, 2024

Lowellville- Tina Marie Rodgers, 64, passed away on Wednesday, March 13th, 2024 at Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman after a long illness. With a mouth like a sailor and a heart of gold, Tina loved everyone in her life and considered them all family, whether they were related or not. Tina was born October 2nd, 1959, at Sharon Regional...

Joseph R. Kreidler

Joseph R. Kreidler

Mar 13, 2024

Joseph R. Kreidler, 96, passed away Wednesday morning, March 13, 2024, at his home surrounded by loved ones.  He was born August 2, 1927 to German immigrant parents, Kate (Merk) and Joseph Kreidler in Youngstown, Ohio.He lived all his life in the North Lima area until moving to Northridge Gracious Living Retirement Community in Fishers, Indiana in 2021 to be...

John Christopher Boyd

John Christopher Boyd

Mar 13, 2024

Boardman - John Christopher Boyd, cherished husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 13 with his wife of 56 years at his side. He will be remembered for his strength, intelligence, and a life rich in diverse interests and pursuits.Born on May 8, 1940, in Huntington, West Virginia, John was the son of Richard and Mildred Boyd. He...

Marie A. Klase

Marie A. Klase

Mar 12, 2024

Poland-Marie Antoinette Klase (Perline), 80, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years Kenneth R. Klase, whom she married on July 13, 1963.

She was born on January 27, 1944 in Youngstown, Ohio, daughter of James and Sylvia (Coser) Perline.

Throughout her life, Marie...

Isaac Paul Gibson

Isaac Paul Gibson

Mar 11, 2024

Struthers - Isaac Paul Gibson ,43, of Struthers, died March 11, 2024 in St. Elizabeth Health Center. He is survived by the love of his life of over 20 years, Desiree Wenzel, of Struthers.   Isaac was born September 14, 1980 in Ravenna, Ohio and was the son of Steve (Carol) Gibson and Brenda Hamrick.   He was a 2000 graduate of South East...

Darlene "Mugga" Ruth Desimone

Darlene "Mugga" Ruth Desimone

Mar 11, 2024

Youngstown - Darlene "Mugga" Ruth  Desimone, 78, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  Darlene was known by her family and friends as "Mugga," was born July 27, 1945 in Franklin, PA,  a daughter of the late Homer G.  and Ruth E.  (Leach) Leslie.She moved to the Mahoning Valley as a child...

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