Dec 3, 2016

Youngstown-There will be a private funeral service and no calling hours per the wishes of Helen Rush, 87, who passed away peacefully Saturday evening, December 3, 2016, at her home with her family by her side.

Helen was born on May 14, 1929 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Peter and Stella Mastaler.

A...

Dec 1, 2016

Youngstown - "ONE NIGHT ONLY" John S. Stanko, 74, died Thursday, December 1, 2016 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving children. He was born October 1, 1942 in Youngstown, son of the late John and Elizabeth Vargo Stanko.

He was a 1960 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School. He was employed as a...

Dec 1, 2016

Lowellville - Rosaria Carchedi, 96, of Lowellville, died early Thursday morning, December 1, 2016 at Hampton Woods, surrounded by her family.

Rosaria was born October 31, 1920 in Filadelfia, Italy, a daughter of Joseph and Rosaria Servello Mazzotta. In 1939, as a young bride, Rosaria came to the United States and settled in Lowellville to raise her...

Nov 30, 2016

Ft. Lauderdale- James Garfield "Jim" Westerfield, 88, died peacefully in his home on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Marianne and his two sons, James Garfield Westerfield II and Christopher Morley Westerfield.

He is preceded in death by his son, William "Kim" Westerfield, who passed away in 1994.

Nov 28, 2016

Kathryn Uhlin, 96, died November 29, 2016 at Assumption Village. Mrs. Uhlin was born April 29, 1920 in Youngstown, a daughter of Frank and Mary Lushinsky. She was an East High School graduate and was a homemaker. Kathryn was a charter member of Holy Family Church. She was an avid reader and enjoyed quilting. Her husband, Stephen...

Nov 27, 2016

Lowellville - Andrew Thomas Grischow, 72, of Lowellville, died of pulmonary complications Sunday morning, November 27, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center, surrounded by his family.

Andrew, affectionately known as Tom, was born August 9, 1944 in Youngstown, a son of William and Millie Kuchmaner Grischow.

A 1962 graduate of Struthers High School, Tom...

Nov 26, 2016

Poland - John Kelty, 76, of Poland, died Saturday evening, November 26, 2016 from Alzheimer's disease at Greenbriar Healthcare Center, surrounded by his family.

John was born August 1, 1940 in Youngstown, a son of the late Jack and Virginia Knupp Kelty.

A 1959 graduate of East High School, John worked as a truck driver...

Nov 25, 2016

Lowellville - Harry Kaneski, 90, died early Friday morning, November 25, 2016 at Greenbriar Healthcare Center.

Harry was born July 26, 1926 in Bessemer, PA, a son of the late George and Anna Rentz Kaneski.

A lifelong resident of Lowellville, he was a 1945 graduate of Lowellville High School. After graduation, he served in the...

Nov 23, 2016

Poland - Joanne "Joan" C. Barns, 85, passed away at Masternick Memorial Health Care Center on Wednesday, November 23, 2016. Joan was born May 29, 1931 in Youngstown and lived in Poland Village for 75 years. She graduated from Poland Seminary High School in 1949 and married Jack M. Barns in 1950.

She is survived by her...

Nov 21, 2016

Columbus - Walter E. Pekkanen, 97, died on Monday, November 21, 2016 in Riverside Methodist Hospital. He was born July 28, 1919 in Poland, son of the late Edwin and Alina Namie Pekkanen.

Walter was a 1938 graduate of Poland Seminary High School. He retired as Vice President of Panelmatic, Inc. but was serving on their Board...

Nov 20, 2016

Boardman - Otis R. Heldman, Sr., 102, of Griswold Drive, passed away at his residence Sunday evening on November 20.

He was born April 1, 1914 in Struthers, the son of Otis W. and Eva Warner Heldman and was a direct descendant of Ezra Warner who helped found Petersburg in the 1840's. He was a 75 year...

Nov 19, 2016

Boardman - Edward E. McConnell, 82 of Boardman, died November 19, 2016 at Shepherd of the Valley.

Mr. McConnell was born September 16, 1934 in New Castle, PA, son of the late Earl and Anna Wagner McConnell.

He was a 1952 graduate of Boardman High School. He worked as a fitter, welder, and crane operator...

Nov 19, 2016

STRUTHERS- Oscar L. (Sonny)Obenauf, 84, died Nov. 19, 2016, peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family.

He was born May 14,1932, a son of Paul and Catherine Gibson Obenauf. He was raised and resided in Struthers and was a Christian.

³Obie² retired from Ohio Edison after 38 years of service and was a member...

Nov 19, 2016

Boardman - Christine "Tina" E. Seefried, 57, died Saturday morning, November 19, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center.

Christine, affectionately known by family and friends as "Tina," was born October 12, 1959 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Howard and Rita Byers Prater.

A lifelong area resident, Tina was a 1978 graduate of...

Nov 18, 2016

New Springfield - Shirley A. Giura, 66, passed away, unexpectedly on Friday, November 18, 2016. She was born March 5, 1950 in Youngstown, daughter of Steve and Jacquie DeMarco Dobos.

Shirley was a 1968 graduate of Ursuline High School and graduated from YSU in 1993 with a degree in English. She was employed at the Catholic Exponent...

Nov 18, 2016

Youngstown - Donna M. Spaeth, 90, of Youngstown, formerly of Sebring, FL, died November 18, 2016 at Omni West Assisted Living.

Mrs. Spaeth was born August 17, 1926 in Youngstown, a daughter of Joseph R. and Bessie Lawman Burns.

She was a 1944 graduate of East High School and went on to attend Louis Weinberger...

Nov 16, 2016

Struthers - Linnea V. Berg, 74, died November 16, 2016 at Beeghly Oaks.

Linnea was born September 5, 1942 in Youngstown, a daughter of E. Irving and Helen Larson Berg.

She was a 1960 Struthers High School graduate and was a homemaker. Linnea was a member of member of Christ Lutheran Church in Struthers. She...

Nov 15, 2016

Boardman - Joseph J. Phillips, 93, died early Tuesday morning, November 15, 2016 at St. Elizabeth Health Center.

Joseph, affectionately known by family and friends as "Joe," was born July 2, 1923 in Youngstown, a son of Joseph and Goldie Boros Phillips.

A lifelong area resident, Joe attended Scienceville High School. He was a member...

Nov 15, 2016

Austintown - Kevin James King, 36, died Tuesday, November 15, 2016 at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House.

Kevin was born April 30, 1980 in Youngstown, a son of Roger King and Patricia "Pat" (Finn) Toto.

A lifelong resident of Austintown, Kevin was a 1999 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and worked as a...

Nov 14, 2016

Struthers - Kathleen M. Felt, 59, died unexpectedly at her home on Monday, November 14, 2016.

Kathleen, known by family and friends as "Kathie," was born May 23, 1957 in Youngstown, a daughter of Michael and Helen Mikula Felt.

A lifelong resident of Struthers, she was a 1975 graduate of Struthers High School....