Obituaries

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

Albert "Terry" Kulics

Albert "Terry" Kulics

Aug 9, 2024

Poland- Albert "Terry" Kulics, 81, died peacefully on Friday evening, August 9, 2024, at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House, surrounded by his family.

Albert, fondly known as "Terry," was born September 13, 1942 in Lorain, Ohio, a son of Albert and Delores "Dee" Dukovich Kulics.

A graduate of Lorain Admiral King High School, Terry continued his education at Baldwin Wallace College,...

Amber R. (Vince) Angelilli

Amber R. (Vince) Angelilli

Aug 5, 2024

Youngstown - Amber R. (Vince) Angelilli, 48, passed away unexpectedly at her home on August 5, 2024. 

She was born March 20, 1976 in Youngstown, a daughter of Kathy (O'Hare) Vince and the late Patt Vince and Felicia Vince, who passed away when Amber was 2. She graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and attended the Pittsburgh Art Institute. She worked...

Janet Joy Hamaker

Janet Joy Hamaker

Aug 5, 2024

Janet Joy Hamaker, 86, passed away on Monday afternoon, August 5, 2024, at Mercy Health-St Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. 

Janet was born on May 15, 1938, in Youngstown, Ohio, to William and Sally Harris Patterson. Raised in Youngstown, she was a proud graduate of South High School, Class of 1955. A woman of dedication and commitment, Janet devoted over 18...

Paul Allen Rogers

Paul Allen Rogers

Aug 5, 2024

Youngstown-Paul Allen Rogers, beloved father, husband, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 5, 2024, at the age of eighty-six years. 

A native and lifelong resident of the Youngstown area, Paul graduated from Boardman High School in 1956. He went on to serve his country proudly in the United States Air Force, and afterward worked for many years as a...

Rita J. Barbush

Rita J. Barbush

Aug 4, 2024

Poland - Rita J. Barbush died tragically on August 4, 2024 when she was hit by a car in Poland on Route 224 in front of her home. 

She was born December 6, 1936 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Michael J. and Mildred Myers Onderko. 

In 1959, Rita Onderko and another colleague were chosen as Miss Savings Bond during the...

Allen M. Hummel

Allen M. Hummel

Aug 4, 2024

North Lima - Allen M. Hummel, 81, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2024 at the Hospice House, surrounded by his beloved family.

He was born November 25,1942 in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Michael Humilovich and Helen (Balyk) Friel. He graduated from North Hills High School and then continued his education at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh. His entire...

Carol Lee Fecko

Carol Lee Fecko

Aug 2, 2024

Youngstown -Carol Lee Fecko entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 2, 2024. 

She was born in Youngstown on January 29, 1944, the youngest daughter of Stephen and Anna Fecko. 

She was raised in Youngstown and graduated from St. Patrick Grade School and Hillman Junior High School before attending South High School in Youngstown, Ohio. While at St. Patrick Grade School, she...

Scott J. MacDonald

Scott J. MacDonald

Aug 1, 2024

Boardman- Scott J. MacDonald, 75, passed away on August 1, 2024 surrounded by loved ones at the Hospice House.

Scott was born on December 5, 1948 in Cleveland, Ohio, a son of the late Alexander MacDonald and Marguerite (Keyes) MacDonald. He was a 1967 graduate of Eastlake North High School outside of Cleveland, and continued his education by earning both a...

Ethel K. Sweeney

Ethel K. Sweeney

Jul 28, 2024

Poland - Ethel K. Sweeney, 93, passed away on Sunday evening, July 28, 2024, at Briarfield Place in Boardman.

Ethel was born March 8, 1931 in Queens, New York City, NY, a daughter of the late Martin and Philomena Klein Kerner.

After graduating from The Mary Louis Academy in 1949, she continued her education at the Katharine Gibbs School in Manhattan. Ethel...

Elaine Lois Cartier

Elaine Lois Cartier

Jul 28, 2024

Youngstown - Elaine Lois Cartier, March 29, 1928 - July 28,2024

Psalm 27:1

"The Lord is my salvation. I will fear no one; The Lord protects me from all danger, I will never be afraid!"

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mom, Elaine Cartier.

Elaine met her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ in person when she was...

Dominic Ronald Lepore

Dominic Ronald Lepore

Jul 20, 2024

Poland - Dominic Ronald Lepore, age 94, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024, at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House, surrounded by his family. 

Dominic was born March 4, 1930 in Campbell, Ohio, a son of the late Crescenzo and Crugifissa Centofanti Lepore, who immigrated to the United States from Sulmona, Italy.

He was a graduate of the 1949 Class of Struthers...

Carol J. (Ingram) Oldland

Carol J. (Ingram) Oldland

Jul 20, 2024

Columbiana - Carol J. (Ingram) Oldland, 87, of Columbiana, passed away on July 20, 2024 at St. Mary’s Alzheimer's Center. 

Born April 27, 1937 in Youngstown, she was a daughter of the late Wiley and Katherine (Zellers) Ingram.

Carol was a 1956 graduate of Struthers High School. After high school, she worked for many years at the Youngstown Transit Company. She was...

Matthias Schmidt

Matthias Schmidt

Jul 19, 2024

Struthers - Matthias Schmidt, 85, died Friday, July 19, 2024, at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House. 

Matthias, known as "Matt" by most, was born January 1, 1939 in Yugoslavia, a son of the late Stefan and Magdalena Morell Schmidt.

In 1956, Matt immigrated to the United States and settled in Struthers. His work ethic was evident from a young age as...

Philip T. Crowe

Philip T. Crowe

Jul 19, 2024

Poland - Philip T. Crowe, 86, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. 

Philip was born October 24, 1937 in Atlanta, GA, a son of the late Herman and Dorothy Chastain Crowe.

Raised in Atlanta, he was a 1955 graduate of West Fulton High School and furthered his education at Georgia State University, where he earned a...

Michael Gianfrancesco, Jr.

Michael Gianfrancesco, Jr.

Jul 18, 2024

Poland- Michael “Junie” Gianfrancesco, Jr., 89, of Poland, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, JeanAnn (Allen) Gianfrancesco.

 He was born June 9, 1935 in Youngstown to the late Michael Sr. and Angelina (Marino) Gianfrancesco, from Foggia, Italy and lived in Youngstown. 

Junie attended South High School and worked for The Steel Door Co....

Gavin James Catheline

Gavin James Catheline

Jul 18, 2024

Lowellville - Unexpectedly, on Thursday, July 18, 2024, 18-year-old Gavin James Catheline, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away in his hometown at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.   

Gavin was born in Youngstown on October 15, 2005, to devoted parents, James Catheline and Carrie Richardson.

   Gavin was a beautiful soul, full of so much life and endless potential. He...

Virginia Ann Calcagni

Virginia Ann Calcagni

Jul 18, 2024

Poland - Virginia Ann "Gina" Calcagni (Leporis), 81, of Poland, Ohio, died on Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Hospice care at Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman, Ohio. Gina was born in 1943 in Lowellville, Ohio and graduated from Wilson High School in 1961, where she was head cheerleader for four years. She studied library science at Youngstown University, where...

Cynthia Landers

Cynthia Landers

Jul 16, 2024

Poland - Cynthia "Cindy" Louise Landers, 79, peacefully entered into eternal life on July 16, 2024 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born July 29, 1944 in Altoona, PA, a daughter of the late John and Sarah Lois (Smithmyer) Courtney. 

Cindy attended St. Dominic School and was a 1962 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School....

Kenneth U. Black, Sr.

Kenneth U. Black, Sr.

Jul 15, 2024

Campbell - Kenneth U. Black, Sr., 79, passed away on Monday evening, July 15, 2024, at Park Vista Rehabilitation in Youngstown. 

Kenneth was born August 26, 1944 in Kittanning, PA, a son of the late John and Margaret "Jean" McIntire Black.

Ken was a graduate of Lowellville High School and began working in the steel mill while still in high school. After...

Patricia "Patty" J. Petaccio

Patricia "Patty" J. Petaccio

Jul 15, 2024

Boardman - Patricia Jean Petaccio, "Patty," 79, a devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Monday, July 15, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. 

Patty was born on St. Patrick's Day, March 17, 1945 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the late Joseph J. and Mary Felicia (LaVolpa) Petaccio. 

Patricia graduated from Woodrow Wilson High...

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