Obituaries

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

Michael A. Fabry

Michael A. Fabry

Feb 6, 2024

New Springfield - Michael A. "Mad" Fabry, 74, passed away February 6, 2024, at the Hospice House.

He was born November 10, 1949 in Youngstown, a son of the late Michael and Mary (Kollar) Fabry. He joined the United States Army in 1967, and fought in the Vietnam War. He served for three tours in Vietnam earning several commendations including the...

Nick Gentile, Jr.

Nick Gentile, Jr.

Feb 6, 2024

Struthers - Nick  Gentile, Jr., 84, passed away Tuesday morning, February 6, 2024, at Shepherd of the Valley-Boardman surrounded by his loving family.  

One of ten children, Nick was born March 8, 1939 in Acosta, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Nick and Louise (Zaksek) Gentile.

Nick's family settled in Struthers where Nick was a graduate of Struthers High School, Class...

Janet K. DeLucia

Janet K. DeLucia

Feb 6, 2024

Lakewood - Janet K. DeLucia, 80, passed away on February 6, 2024 at Fairview Hospital in Cleveland. 

She was born July 1, 1943 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late John and Doris (Arp) DeLucia Burns. She graduated from Lowellville High School, then graduated from Muskingum University in 1965 with a Bachelor's in Education. She then earned her Master's from Kent...

Michelle D. LaLama

Michelle D. LaLama

Feb 5, 2024

Poland - Michelle D. LaLama, 57, passed away Monday, February 5, 2024, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by family. 

Michelle was born March 25, 1966 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of the late David and Rose (Schemetti) Ziegler.

A lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley, Michelle was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Class of 1984. While still in...

Mary Ann Castia

Mary Ann Castia

Feb 3, 2024

Boardman - Mary Ann Castia, 64, of Boardman, Ohio, died February 3, 2024 at her home.   Born June 8, 1959 in Albany, NY, she was the daughter to the late Ramon and Emma (King) Castia.   Mary Ann was a graduate of Hickory High School and attended Penn State University. She worked for many years in Quality Control for Boardman Molded Products until...

Ronald E. Fauls

Ronald E. Fauls

Feb 3, 2024

Struthers - Ronald E. Fauls, 68, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at his home, after being diagnosed with cancer four years ago. 

Ron was born July 19, 1955 in Youngstown, OH, a son of Edward and Jane (Dugas) Fauls.

Ron was a 1973 graduate of Struthers High School and began his career with the Poland Water Treatment Plant. Working for...

Erika Pelz Churan

Erika Pelz Churan

Feb 3, 2024

Poland - Erika Pelz Churan, 80, died Saturday morning, February 3, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, with her family by her side.

Erika was born December 11, 1943 in Austria, a daughter of John and Theresa Schloter Pelz, and came to the United States as a child. 

Raised in Hillsville, PA, she was a 1962 graduate of Mohawk High School and...

Johnston L. Anthony

Johnston L. Anthony

Feb 2, 2024

Johnston (John) L. Anthony departed this life on February 2, 2024, two weeks before his 91st birthday, at Heather Hills Care Community, Chardon, Ohio, after a very lengthy battle with dementia.

John was born to Byron and Susan Neil Anthony on a farm located between North Point and Hamilton, Pennsylvania, on February 18, 1933.

He attended Punxsutawney High School and on June...

Norma E. Covan

Norma E. Covan

Feb 2, 2024

Norma E. Covan, 79, of Struthers passed away at Hospice House in Boardman on February 2, 2024. Norma was born in Shadyside, Ohio on September 12, 1944 to Evelyn (Byles) and Norman Heil and grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Norma met the love of her life, William L. Covan at Ohio Valley College while they were both students there. On February...

Virginia Elizabeth Hird

Virginia Elizabeth Hird

Jan 30, 2024

Youngstown - Virginia Elizabeth "Sis" Hird, 73, died Tuesday afternoon, January 30, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital. 

Virginia, known as "Sis," was born March 5, 1950 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Robert and Helen Kearney Hird.

A lifelong resident of the area, Virginia was a graduate of Struthers High School and received her Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from Youngstown State...

Charles H. Francis

Charles H. Francis

Jan 28, 2024

North Lima - Charles Howard Francis, 72, of North Lima, was reunited with the love of his life, Debra J. Francis, on January 28, 2024, seven months after her passing.

Charles, known by many as “Chuck”, was born March 17, 1951 in Youngstown, OH, he was the son of the late Howard and Jeanette (Norton) Francis.

Charles attended South Range High School...

Cheryl Anne Freeze

Cheryl Anne Freeze

Jan 28, 2024

Salem- Cheryl Anne Freeze, born August 17, 1946, a daughter of the late Maxie and Margaret Humphrey, went peacefully to dance in heaven on January 28, 2024. Cheryl was married to the love of her life, the late Charles “Butch” Freeze on September 28, 1968. Cheryl dedicated her life to loving her family, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren; working in...

Dolores E. Mohr

Dolores E. Mohr

Jan 24, 2024

Boardman - Dolores E. Mohr, 93, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at her daughter's home surrounded by her loving family. 

Dolores was born October 14, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of the late Edgar and Caroline (Guyer) Mitchell.

She graduated from East High School in Youngstown and was a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.  

Dolores was a devoted...

Rosemarie E. Yuhas

Rosemarie E. Yuhas

Jan 24, 2024

Rosemarie Yuhas, 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, January 24, 2024 at the Hospice of the Valley Hospice House. 

Rosemarie was born January 7, 1932 in Hubbard, Ohio, a daughter of Carl and Dorothy Brown Wittenauer.

Raised in Hubbard, Rosemarie graduated from Hubbard High School, Class of 1950, and attended Youngstown State University. She worked as a invoice typist for Westinghouse...

Beverly "Bev" M. Zetts

Beverly "Bev" M. Zetts

Jan 24, 2024

Poland - Beverly "Bev" M. Zetts, 75, passed away on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.   

Bev was born December 15, 1948 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of the late  Michael and Josephine (Jakubek) Skurich. 

She graduated from  Struthers High School in 1967 where she enjoyed...

Thomas Richards

Thomas Richards

Jan 23, 2024

Thomas Richards, 88, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Tom was born July 4, 1935 in New Castle, PA, a son of the late Carl Richards and Helen Scopio.  

He graduated from New Castle High School.  After high school, Tom served in the U.S. Marines Corps for four years during the...

Marlene J. Oddis

Marlene J. Oddis

Jan 23, 2024

North Lima- Marlene Jean Oddis, 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

She was born July 18, 1940 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada. She was the daughter of the late John MacKay and Caroline (Anheliger) MacKay of Cortland, Ohio.

Marlene was a 1956 graduate of Ursuline High School and attended Youngstown State University for two years. Marlene was...

Dolores V. Johnson

Dolores V. Johnson

Jan 23, 2024

Columbiana - Dolores Virginia Johnson, 96, died Tuesday afternoon, January 23, 2024, at Covington Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. 

Dolores, affectionately known as "Dee" was born June 25, 1927 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of Joseph and Gabriella Mestrovic Toth.

Raised in Youngstown, she was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. On September 3, 1949, Dolores married Albert "Glenn" Johnson and they...

Virginia C. Rosensteel

Virginia C. Rosensteel

Jan 22, 2024

Youngstown - Virginia C. Rosensteel, 90, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024, at her home, at Park Vista Retirement Community. 

Virginia was born August 5, 1933 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of the late Ralph and Lena (Boano) Valentino.

She graduated from Lowellville High School and was a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.  

Virginia worked for several aluminum extrusion companies...

Edward Mathew Marsh

Edward Mathew Marsh

Jan 22, 2024

Struthers - Edward Mathew Marsh, 94, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024.  

Edward, affectionately known as "Ed" and "Yeate," was born July 29, 1929 in Rankin, PA, a son of Michael and Rose (Smokrovich) Marasovich.

Ed was a graduate of Struthers High School, Class of 1948. A standout athlete, Ed participated in Struthers baseball, football, and basketball programs. He was...

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