Obituaries

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

Richard William Parks

Richard William Parks

Feb 18, 2024

New Middletown - Richard William Parks, 69, of New Middletown, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on February 18, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Dolores (Stacy) Parks, whom he married on Saint Patrick's Day in 1979.

Born July 24, 1954, in Youngstown, Ohio, he was a son of the late James and Stella (Richards) Parks.

A 1972 graduate...

Christine J. Kelley

Christine J. Kelley

Feb 18, 2024

NEW MIDDLETOWN - Christine Julia Kelley (née Ruggerio), passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 18, 2024, at the age of 96. Born on September 3, 1927 in Youngstown, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Frank T. and Mary G. Ruggiero (née Grainy/Cinquegrana).

Christine's journey through life was enriched by her loving marriage to Harold Dean Kelley, who preceded...

Ruth Catherine Thompson

Ruth Catherine Thompson

Feb 17, 2024

Boardman - Ruth C. Thompson, 102, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 17, 2024.    

Ruth was born July 29, 1921 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of  the late Alan Leetch and Birdie Ludwick. 

She attended The Rayen School in Youngstown and was a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.  

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,...

Jane Umbel

Jane Umbel

Feb 16, 2024

Poland- On February 16, 2024, Jane Umbel Fithian passed away at her daughter's home in Fuquay Varina, North Carolina, where she resided these past three years. Jane was a woman of faith and is now in the arms of Jesus. She was with her daughter and son-in-law and surrounded by the love of her family on her passing. 

Jane was born...

Kathy S. Hale

Kathy S. Hale

Feb 16, 2024

Youngstown - Kathy S. Hale, 64, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  

Kathy was born July 10, 1959 in Phoenix, AZ,  a daughter of Harry "Bud" and Bernice (McGee) Fox. She came to the area as a child with her family.  

She graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1978.  

Kathy...

Barbara A. Moore

Barbara A. Moore

Feb 16, 2024

Poland - Barbara A. Moore, 94, formerly of Walker Mill Road, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, at Windsor House at Canfield surrounded by her loving family.  

Barbara was born January 1, 1930 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of the late Orrin and Esther (Mellinger) Brownlee.

She graduated from North High School in Youngstown and was a lifelong resident of...

Gertrude R. LeBaron

Gertrude R. LeBaron

Feb 16, 2024

Struthers - Gertrude R. LeBaron, 86, died Friday, February 16, 2024, at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House. 

Gertrude, affectionately known as "Gertie," was born February 26, 1937 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Joseph and Anna (Vonhandle) Bobonick.

She was a 1955 graduate of Chaney High School and worked for Schwebel Baking Co. as a payroll supervisor for 46 years, retiring...

Amber Anne Crago

Amber Anne Crago

Feb 15, 2024

Youngstown - Amber was born April 17, 1978, to Paula and Dr. Thomas G. Crago in Youngstown, Ohio. After sudden complications with pneumonia, she passed away peacefully on February 15, 2024 at Mercy Health Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House. 

It was apparent from birth that Amber was unique. Her cute face was like a pixie, with dark hair and a...

George R. Muntean

George R. Muntean

Feb 14, 2024

Poland - George R. Muntean, 67, of Poland, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly, February 14, 2024 at home. He is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, the former Andrea Mantini, whom he married on October 2, 1982 on a beautiful fall day.   George was born July 10, 1956 in Youngstown, a son of the late Nicholas and Mary Elizabeth "Betty"...

Heide S. Candia

Heide S. Candia

Feb 13, 2024

Youngstown - Heide S. Candia, 85, of Rutledge Drive, died Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at the emergency room at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. 

Heide was born December 11, 1938, in Vienna, Austria, a daughter of the late Demetrius and Alice (Geiger) Dobrovoln 

Heide is survived by her son, Christopher (Michelle) Candia of Rochester, NY; two grandchildren, Nicholas Candia and Alexis Candia;...

Marjorie Ellen Stacy

Marjorie Ellen Stacy

Feb 13, 2024

Petersburg - Marjorie Ellen Stacy, 92, passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday morning, February 13, 2024.  Born April 13, 1931, she was a daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Harrold) Wilkeson.  She was a 1949 graduate of Springfield Township High School where she met the love of her life, Edward C. Stacy. They were married on March 17, 1951 and were...

Rollin W. Parker, JR.

Rollin W. Parker, JR.

Feb 11, 2024

Youngstown - Rollin W. Parker, 90, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Brookdale Austintown surrounded by his loving family.  

Rollin was born February 4, 1934 in Youngstown, OH, a son of the late Rollin and Frances (Patton) Parker.  He was a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.

Rollin was a member of Teamsters Local 377 and was a truck...

Paul L.Wilson

Paul L.Wilson

Feb 11, 2024

Struthers - Paul Leroy Wilson, 81, passed away on  Sunday, February 11, 2024, at his home with his loving family by his side.   

Paul was born July 15, 1942 in New Castle, PA, a son of Leroy and Gertrude (Taylor) Wilson.

He graduated from New Castle High School in 1960. During his childhood, Paul was surrounded by loving family. 

After high school,...

Nancy H. (Alagy) Thompson

Nancy H. (Alagy) Thompson

Feb 10, 2024

Beaver Falls, PA - Nancy H. (Alagy) Thompson, 87, died February 10, 2024. 

Nancy was born on January 4, 1937 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of Michael and Mary (Evankovich) Alagy.

A 1954 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School, she attended the Ohio State University and received her Bachelor's Degree in Education from Youngstown State University. Her proudest achievement was receiving her...

Donna Joyce Harris

Donna Joyce Harris

Feb 8, 2024

Poland - Donna Joyce Harris, 78, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  

Donna was born September 1, 1945 in Sharon, PA, a daughter of the late George and Agnes (Monaghan) Theil.

She graduated from Sharon High School in 1963 and moved to Poland, OH in 1969.  

Donna was a devoted mother, grandmother,...

Rory Allen Phelan

Rory Allen Phelan

Feb 8, 2024

BOARDMAN - Rory Allen Phelan, 70, passed away unexpectedly Thursday evening, February 8, 2024, at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Rory was born April 17, 1953 in Chicago, son of Glenn and Laurette (Grotsma). He moved to the Youngstown area at the age of five with his family.

Rory graduated from Poland Seminary High School in 1971...

Donald John "Tee" Sutton

Donald John "Tee" Sutton

Feb 8, 2024

Donald John “Tee” Sutton, 68, passed away at Briarfield Manor in Austintown on February 8, 2024, after extended illness. 

Tee was born March 11, 1955 in Youngstown, the second son of Walter and Helen (Ratay) Sutton. He often reminisced about his youth, cherishing memories of running around the West Side of Youngstown and Mill Creek Park with his friends and spending...

Ryan E. Hamm

Ryan E. Hamm

Feb 8, 2024

Mineral Ridge - Ryan E. Hamm, 37, passed away unexpected on Thursday, February 8, 2024,  at Hospice of the Valley Hospice House surrounded by his loving family.  

Ryan was born June 27, 1986 in Texarkana, TX,  a son of Robert Hamm and Rose Campbell. 

He attended Carven Community College in NC and later, Job Corps  in NC., studying pastry chef.  He...

Phyllis J. Miller

Phyllis J. Miller

Feb 8, 2024

Phyllis J. Miller, 92, passed away Thursday morning, February 8, 2024, at Heritage Manor. 

Phyllis was born March 27, 1931, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of the late Maxwell and Mattie Lewis Stevens.

A graduate of Boardman High School, Class of 1949, Phyllis worked as a secretary for John Calvin St. Paul United Church of Christ and later for Heritage Presbyterian Church...

Kevin Stephen Almasy

Kevin Stephen Almasy

Feb 7, 2024

Poland - Kevin Stephen Almasy, 55, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. 

Kevin was born July 24, 1968 in Youngstown, OH, a son of Stephen "Moose" and Sally Constantino Almasy.

A lifelong area resident, Kevin was a 1986 graduate of Struthers High School, where he proudly wore the #28 jersey for the Struthers Wildcats football team. He continued his education and...

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