Obituaries

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

Jon A. Bolander

Jon A. Bolander

Jun 29, 2024

Apopka - Jon A. Bolander, 89 of Apopka, Florida, passed away on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House. 

Jon was born December 30, 1934 in Youngstown, OH, a son of the late Clifford and Florence Alexander Bolander.

He graduated from Poland Seminary High School in 1954 and served in the U.S. Army.

In 1961, Jon moved to Florida...

Elias Salisbury

Elias Salisbury

Jun 29, 2024

Struthers- Our sweet angel, Elias M. Salisbury, 4, passed away with his mommy by his side on June 29, 2024, at Akrons Children’s Hospital- Boardman. 

Elias was born a bubbly, happy little boy on September 19, 2019 to Kara Salisbury and later fathered by Tyler Reble. 

Elias always knew how to light up a room and was able to put a huge...

Robert E. Renninger

Robert E. Renninger

Jun 29, 2024

Lowellville - Robert E. Renninger, 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, June 29, 2024, at his daughter's home surrounded by his loving family. 

Robert was born November 7, 1948 in Youngstown, OH, a son of the late Robert and Mary Thacik Renninger. 

He attended Boardman High School and then enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving during peacetime. A proud veteran and...

Joseph H. Dickey, Jr.

Joseph H. Dickey, Jr.

Jun 28, 2024

North Lima-Joseph H. Dickey, Jr. was called to be with his Lord on Friday, June 28, 2024, surrounded by family and loved ones. 

Joe was born on March 9, 1929 in Youngstown, Ohio and was active in Boy Scouts and 6 man football throughout his school days. He joined the US Marine Corps and served as a Marine during World War...

Bernard "Bill" Cardarelli

Bernard "Bill" Cardarelli

Jun 28, 2024

Struthers - Bernard "Bill" Cardarelli entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 28, 2024. Bill was born in Youngstown, OH on December 11, 1941, the youngest of three sons born to Bernard and Philomena Popio Cardarelli. He grew up on the East side of Youngstown and was a 1959 graduate of East High School. 

Bill, as he...

Ann Birch

Ann Birch

Jun 26, 2024

Ann Birch, 95, of Boardman, formerly of Struthers, passed away Wednesday evening, June 26, 2024.

 Ann was born July 1, 1928, in Struthers, the youngest of three children, to Frances (Srsic) and Matthew Ulakovich. 

Ann was a graduate of Struthers High School and attended the former Youngstown College for two years before being employed in the bookkeeping department of Youngstown Sheet and...

William "Bill" C. Strishock

William "Bill" C. Strishock

Jun 26, 2024

Columbiana - William "Bill" C. Strishock, age 90, of Columbiana, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 26th 2024, at Woodlands at Hampton Woods in Poland, Ohio, under hospice care. 

He was born on November 8, 1933.

Bill began honing his lifelong skills in his teen years, building homes in Struthers with his family. He became a master carpenter, constructing custom homes in...

Marc H. Gillette

Marc H. Gillette

Jun 24, 2024

Struthers - Marc H. Gillette, 81, died June 24, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, in his home. 

Born December 1, 1942 in Youngstown, Ohio, Marc was a son of Harry and Germaine Blanc Gillette, who immigrated to the United States from Clet, France. Marc was very proud of his heritage and spent many years delving into the details of his...

Phillip L. McNickle, III

Phillip L. McNickle, III

Jun 23, 2024

Boardman, Ohio - Phillip L. McNickle, III, formerly of Canton, Ohio, passed away on June 23, 2024. 

Phillip, affectionately known as "Phil," was born February 2, 1981 in Canton, Ohio, the son of Phillip L. McNickle, Jr. and Lori Cook McNickle.

Raised in Canton, Phil attended McKinley High School and worked as a steel worker in several mills throughout his career. In...

Mathew John Savon, IV

Mathew John Savon, IV

Jun 23, 2024

Austintown - Mathew John Savon, IV, 63, of Austintown, died unexpectedly on June 23, 2024 at his home.

Born October 14, 1960 in Lowellville, he was a son of the late Mathew and Rowene (Holes) Savon.

Mathew was a 1979 graduate of Lowellville High School. He worked for over 30 years at Otis Elevator as an elevator mechanic. He was a Local...

John "Mark" Montgomery

John "Mark" Montgomery

Jun 21, 2024

John (Mark) Montgomery, 71, formerly of New Castle, Pennsylvania, passed away Friday morning, June 21st, 2024, at Hospice of the Valley Hospice House. 

He was born June 17, 1953, the son of the late John (Jack) and Miriam Heckart Montgomery. He was a 1971 graduate of Union High School and played football at Geneva College before completing his studies at YSU....

Mathilda "Tillie" H. Woodward

Mathilda "Tillie" H. Woodward

Jun 18, 2024

Struthers - Mathilda Helen Woodward, 85, formerly of Delaware, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at The Inn at Poland Way surrounded by her loving family. 

Mathilda, known by her family and friends as "Tillie," was born April 10, 1939 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of the late Michael Klein and Helen (Sander) Klein.

She graduated from East High School...

Urban Anthony Olmi

Urban Anthony Olmi

Jun 17, 2024

Boardman - Urban “Herb” Anthony Olmi, 72, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024 surrounded by his family at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center.

He was born June 6, 1952 in Youngstown, the son of the late Urban and Mary (Mangin) Olmi. He graduated from Rayen High School and then earned his Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from Youngstown State University. He...

Kathleena M. "Katie" Mascarella

Kathleena M. "Katie" Mascarella

Jun 14, 2024

Lowellville - Kathleena M. "Katie" Mascarella, 38, passed away on June 14, 2024. 

She was born May 16, 1986 in Youngstown, a daughter of George and the late Sherry (Cramer) Mascarella. She graduated from Nordonia High School in 2004, then went on to get her STNA certification, most recently working for Park Vista. 

Katie was a kind soul with a heart of...

William E. Namie

William E. Namie

Jun 14, 2024

Austintown-William E. Namie, 92, passed away on June 14, 2024, at Briarfield Manor in Austintown. 

Born on May 20, 1932, in Lowellville, OH, William was the son of Elmer and Margaret Smith Namie. He attended Lowellville High School and upon graduation in 1950, he proudly served his country by enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. Following his honorable discharge, Bill...

Rodger T. Danvir

Rodger T. Danvir

Jun 12, 2024

Poland - Rodger T. Danvir, 76, formerly of Austintown, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at his home. 

Rodger was born on November 10, 1947 in New Kensington, PA, a son of the late Thomas and Mary (Langham) Danvir.

He was a 1965 graduate of New Kensington High School and attended Robert Morris University, until enlisting in the United States...

Emma Mae Pershing

Emma Mae Pershing

Jun 11, 2024

Youngstown - Emma Mae Pershing, 93, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family. 

Emma was born November 13, 1930 in Poland, Ohio, specifically the Old Stone Tavern in which her family were the owners from 1902 to 1962, a daughter of the late Ross and Marguerite (Austin) Brothers.

She graduated from New Springfield High...

Norene W. Wilson

Norene W. Wilson

Jun 7, 2024

Sarasota, FL - Norene W. Wilson, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 7, 2024, in Sarasota, Florida.

Norene was born on August 15, 1931, in Youngstown, Ohio, to the late Howard and Isabel Beckstine Ware. She grew up in Struthers graduating from Struthers High School, Class of 1949 and later attended Youngstown College. Norene worked as a supervisor at various...

George M. Chopp, Jr.

George M. Chopp, Jr.

Jun 7, 2024

Struthers - George M. Chopp Jr., 76, passed away unexpectedly on June 7, 2024 at home. He was born March 20, 1948 in Youngstown, a son of the late George and Mildred (Biskupich) Chopp. He graduated from Struthers High School, and then joined the United States Army, proudly serving during the Vietnam War. After this time in the military, he went to...

Howard "Sam" Conley

Howard "Sam" Conley

Jun 6, 2024

Youngstown - Howard "Sam" Conley, 98, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on June 6, 2024.Sam was born December 7, 1925 in Long Run, WV, a son of the late Peter and Lina (Riffle) Conley. He graduated from Burnsville High School, class of 1945, and proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He...

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