Nov 28, 2022

Poland - Michael Anthony Bagnoli, 89, passed away peacefully at his daughter Kathy's home in Wexford, Pennsylvania, with his family at his side, Monday morning, November 28, 2022.

Michael was born February 10, 1933 in Youngstown, Ohio. He was the fourth of six sons, but the second born in the United States to Peter and Mary Mascioli...

Nov 28, 2022

North Lima - Audrey Marie Slanina, 87, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022 at Assumption Village.

Audrey was born January 12, 1935 in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada, a daughter of Duncan and Sarah "Sadie" Guthreaux McNeil.

At the age of 26, after meeting John Slanina at a dance while at the Wasaga Beach...

Nov 27, 2022

Hubbard - Michael A. McKinstry, 71, formerly of Struthers, passed away on November 27, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital.

Michael was born April 17, 1951 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of David and Mary Etta (Horkey) McKinstry.

A lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley, Mike attended East High School. He worked at Youngstown Sheet...

Nov 26, 2022

Mary Virginia Marucci Kundus, 92, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her son's home, Saturday afternoon, November 26, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

Mary Virginia was born May 14, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of the late Thomas P. and Mary Virginia Gaffney McIntee.

Raised in Struthers, Mary Virginia was a graduate...

Nov 26, 2022

Lowellville - John Robert Hvisdak, 79, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, November 26, 2022.  His family was by his side during his final moments. John was born September 22, 1943 in Youngstown, the son of John and Catherine (Kay Burich). He was brother to Shirley, Jane, and Bob. Graduating high school in 1961, John was a lifelong resident of...

Nov 25, 2022

Poland - Todd Michael Cerimeli, 48, of Poland, went peacefully to his heavenly home, November 25, 2022, with his wife and parents by his side at his home.

Todd was born March 12, 1974 in Youngstown, and was adopted two weeks later by Brenda Lee and Michael Paul Cerimeli and was a lifelong area resident. He fought...

Nov 24, 2022

Struthers - John  R. Rock, 91, of Struthers, died Thursday afternoon, November 24, 2022, at The Inn at Walker Mill. He was born July 25, 1931 in Youngstown, a son of John and Elizabeth (Macko) Rock and was a lifelong area resident.

John was a 1948 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and was an Air Force...

Nov 24, 2022

Rocco J.  Augustine, 92, of Struthers, Ohio, passed away Thursday morning, November 24, 2022, at Hospice of the Valley Hospice House with his loving family by his side.

Rocco, affectionately known as Rocky, was born on January 6, 1930, in Hillsville, PA, a son of Jack and Marianna  Augustine. He was a 1948 graduate of Struthers High...

Nov 22, 2022

Margaret Ellen (“Peggy”) Connolly, 87, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 22, 2022, surrounded by her family. Peggy was born on February 20, 1935 in Youngstown, the eldest child of Martha (Marcie) and James Potts. Despite the heartbreak of the death of her mother before her seventh birthday, she experienced...

Nov 22, 2022

Campbell - Wanda J. McDowell, 91, formerly of McClure Street in Struthers, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Wanda, known by her family and friends as "June Bug," was born November 15, 1931 in Brackenridge, PA, a daughter of  the late Joseph and Carrie (Mable) Gamble.

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Nov 18, 2022

Poland- Roger E. Johnson, 77, passed away unexpectedly, Friday evening, November 18, 2022, surrounded by the love of his family and friends, as they were gathered to celebrate Roger and Marilyn's 50th wedding anniversary.

Roger was born March 13, 1945 in Morgantown, WV, a son of the late Kurt and Madeline Spacht Johnson.

As a...

Nov 17, 2022

Austintown - Carla Ann Kratsas, 71, passed away on Thursday evening, November 17, 2022 at Caprice Health Care Center.

Carla was born January 9, 1951 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of the late Floyd and Hazel Cargill Underwood.

Raised in Youngstown, she was a graduate of South High School. Carla was a dedicated and loving...

Nov 17, 2022

Poland - Mary Lynn Smercansky, 66, a lifelong resident of Poland passed away suddenly Thursday, November 17, 2022, at her home with her high school sweetheart and husband, as well her beloved dog, Sadie at her side. Mary Lynn was born September 5, 1956 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Thomas and Catherine (Tabak) Urdea.

She...

Nov 15, 2022

Emily and David Heck welcomed their beautiful baby girl, Gracelyn Rae Heck, into the world on November 15, 2022 at 9:59 a.m. After spending precious hours with her loving mommy, daddy and grandparents, Gracie passed away peacefully in her Daddy’s arms. She was lifted by an army of angels up to Heaven to be with Jesus.

Gracie...

Nov 14, 2022

Patricia Penney Hughes, 80, of Boardman passed away on Monday, November 14, 2022, at Woodland Nursing Home at Hampton Woods after a long illness.  She was born July 9, 1942 in Youngstown, the youngest of six children to Darrell and Manella Penney.

She was married to George Hughes, the longtime choir teacher at Chaney High School. Even...

Nov 14, 2022

Lowellville - Frank G. Bizub, 91, passed away peacefully Monday morning, November 14, 2022, at Heritage Manor Skilled Nursing.

Mr. Bizub was born April 30, 1931, in Pulaski Township, PA, a son of the late John and Mary (Ganofski) Bizub.

He graduated from South High School in Youngstown and was a lifelong resident of the...

Nov 13, 2022

Poland - Susan Carney Beil, 81, of Poland passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022, at Windsor House at St. Mary's Alzheimer's Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 9, 1940 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Joseph and Kathryn (Malley) Carney.

Susan was a registered nurse and had worked at Northside Hospital in Youngstown...

Nov 12, 2022

Boardman - David L. Clapper, 67, passed away Saturday, November 12, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

David known by his family and friends as "Dave," was born January 27, 1955 in Youngstown, OH,  a son of the late Ralph and Lorraine (Garvin) Clapper.

He worked as an auto mechanic for over...

Nov 11, 2022

POLAND — Jack Mitchell Barns, 90, died Friday, Nov. 11, 2022, at The Inn at Poland Way.

Jack was born April 3, 1932, in South Bend, Ind., a son of Mitchell and Olga Byam Barns, and moved to Lakewood as a young boy.

In September 1950, he married Joanne Cunningham of Poland, where the new...

Nov 11, 2022

Scott W. Dunlap, 62

Burton, OH - Scott W. Dunlap, 62, formerly of Youngstown, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022, at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Scott was born January 17, 1960 in Youngstown, OH, a son of William and Justine (Pelton) Dunlap.

He graduated from Boardman...