Dec 31, 2023

James David Dill, 79, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2023, at Hospice of the Valley, Hospice House in Boardman having spent his last few hours surrounded by his loving family. 

A lifelong resident of Struthers, Jim, as he was fondly called, was born on October 2, 1944 to Robert and Jean (Gallo) Dill.

Growing up, Jim was active in...

Dec 30, 2023

North Lima - Richard A. Winkel, 76, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center. 

He was born October 31, 1947 in Salem, a son of the late Arthur and Georgiana (Ritchie) Winkel. He graduated from Columbiana High School and then was drafted in the United States Army to serve during the Vietnam War. Upon...

Dec 29, 2023

Struthers - Jean L. Muza, 93, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2023 at her home. 

She was born December 4, 1930 in Lowellville, a daughter of the late Marion and Mary (Lovich) Puharich. She was a 1948 graduate of Poland Seminary High School. She worked as a clerk at Yallech Lumber and Supply where she met her future husband. After...

Dec 27, 2023

North Lima - Frederick  William Voigt III, 67, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning, December 27, 2023, in the emergency room at Jameson Hospital in Pennsylvania.  

Frederick, known by his family and friends as "Bill," was born October 29, 1956 in Philadelphia, PA, a son of the late Frederick and Margaret (Duffy) Voigt.

He graduated from Beaver Area High School...

Dec 24, 2023

Poland - Houston Loyd, 92, a man who lived faithfully dedicated to Jesus throughout his life, went to be with his Savior on December 24, 2023. 

He was born April 8, 1931 in Covington, LA, a son of the late Rufus and Edith (Sharp) Loyd. He proudly served in the United States Air Force. He earned his Bachelor's in Education...

Dec 24, 2023

NORTH LIMA - Henry Joseph Cardillo, 77, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on June 2, 1946 in Revere, Massachusetts, a son of the late Henry and Phyllis (Moricco) Cardillo.

Henry dedicated his life to a purpose larger than himself, which embodies the true spirit of service. The two...

Dec 23, 2023

Boardman - James J. "Jimmy" DeGeorge, 79, passed away on December 23, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. 

He was born April 23, 1944 in Youngstown, a son of the late Frank and Concetta (Marchese) DeGeorge. He was a 1962 graduate of East High School, and enlisted in the United States Army shortly after. 

James worked at General...

Dec 23, 2023

North Lima-James B. Morgan, Sr., 76, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Saturday, December 23, 2023, with his family at his side. 

James was born November 7, 1947, in Youngstown, a son of Charles J. Morgan, Sr. and Alice (Birt) Morgan. 

Moving to Struthers in 1963, James was a 1965 graduate of Struthers High School. He...

Dec 22, 2023

 

tBoardman - Samuel Yiannaki, 79, passed away on December 22, 2023 at his home. 

He was born September 27, 1944 in Vouno, Cyprus, a son of the late Costas and Maria (Ahelleou) Yiannaki, and came to the United States in 1950.

Sam had multiple Master's Degrees in Education and Science. He worked for several schools over the years teaching...

Dec 21, 2023

Poland - Rolaan Waldman, 85, died December 21, 2023, at Wickshire of Poland. 

Rolaan was born June 17, 1938 in Paris, France, a daughter of Carl and Louise Tilly Schafer. She came to the United States in her twenties after marrying Roy Larson, who was stationed in France with the United States Army. Together, they had one daughter, Odile. Roy...

Dec 21, 2023

Lowellville - Virginia M. Iudiciani, 92, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 21, 2023 at Maplecrest Nursing Home in Struthers. 

She was born July 10, 1931 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Anthony and Laura (Stizza) Testa. She was a 1949 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School. 

Virginia dedicated her life to her family and provided them...

Dec 19, 2023

 

Columbiana - Gerald “Jerry” M. Walsh, 84, passed away on Tuesday morning, December 19, 2023, at Whispering Pines. 

Jerry was born May 13, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late John and Mary O’Shea Walsh. Jerry was proud of his Irish Catholic upbringing. He attended both elementary and high school in the Chicago parochial school system, graduating...

Dec 19, 2023

 

Canfield - Philip P. "Fast Philly" Smrek, 86, passed away on December 19, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center.

He was born July 2, 1937 in Youngstown, a son of the late Charles and Catherine (Evan) Smrek. A proud 1955 graduate of Struthers High School, Phil lettered in all sports during his school years. He served honorably in...

Dec 19, 2023

 

Struthers - Veronica G. Carrocce, 93, died Tuesday evening, December 19, 2023, at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House, surrounded by the love of her family. 

Veronica was born January 30, 1930 in Campbell, Ohio, a daughter of the late Joseph and Katherine Dubois Gresh. Being the youngest of 11, Veronica babysat and helped raise many of her siblings...

Dec 16, 2023

Youngstown - Ernest G. Morse, 74, passed away December 16, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.

He was born June 15, 1949 in Kinsman, a son of the late Ernest and Julia (Rogers) Morse. He graduated from Joseph Badger High School and then went to school to learn plumbing and pipe-fitting. He was a member of...

Dec 16, 2023

Poland - Barbara J. Mauch, 82, passed away Saturday afternoon, December 16, 2023, at  Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born February 6, 1941 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of  the late Dalvin and Martha (Gardner) Jones.

She graduated from South High School in 1959.  Barbara graduated summa...

Dec 16, 2023

Canfield - Sarah Lee (Todd) Zeisler, of Canfield, OH, passed away peacefully with her children beside her on Saturday, December 16, 2023, just before her 90th birthday. She was born January 9, 1934, to John and Stella (Fenton) Todd of Youngstown, OH.

Sarah was a 1951 graduate of Boardman High School and married her high school sweetheart,...

Dec 14, 2023

New Middletown - Ralph Morell, 83,  passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Hospice of the Valley Hospice House. Ralph lived in Henderson, Nevada and returned to his home state of Ohio after retirement.  He graduated from Struthers High School, Class of 1958.  He went to Youngstown State before entering the Marine Corp. During his time in...

Dec 9, 2023

Kiln, MS - Gage Vincent Labonte, 21, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 9, 2023, in Ohio.

Gage was born January 12, 2002 in Newport News, VA, a son of Mandy R. Courtaway King and Gerard E. Labonte III.

Gage was raised in Hampton Roads, VA until middle school and then moved with his family...

Dec 5, 2023

Youngstown - Donald L. Lambert, Sr., 76, passed away peacefully at home on December 5, 2023. A lifelong resident of the Youngstown area, he was born on July 13, 1947, the second son of the late Sol and Alta Lambert.

Don became an over-the-road truck driver with the CB handle of "Empty Pockets" and retired after 30...