All Obituaries

Youngstown - Richard Marino “Rich” Crish, 92, of Youngstown passed away on Wednesday afternoon, April 10, 2024 at Austintown Healthcare. Rich was born on November 6, 1931 in Youngstown, OH, a son of Anthony and Mary (Presciano) Crish. He was a graduate of Chaney High School and went on to serve in the United State Army during the Korean War. Rich achieved the rank of Seargent and served in the 8th Armored Division – 9th Corps as a 155 Self Propelled Gun and Tank Operator....

Illinois - James Alvey Jones, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024 in Naperville, IL. He was born on September 3, 1940 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late Alvey Edmond Jones and Gladys Louise (Probert) Jones. Jim was a 1958 graduate of Boardman High School and a 1963 graduate of the University of Cincinnati, earning a degree in mechanical engineering. He was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He earned an MBA at Indiana University in 1966,...

Youngstown – John D. Marsco, 72, of Youngstown, passed away on Saturday morning, April 6, 2024 with his family by his side.  John was born October 1, 1951 in Youngstown, the son of Donald and Pauline (Priore) Marsco and was a lifelong area resident.  John graduated from Ursuline High School in 1969 and then attended Youngstown State University. He continued his studies at Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science where he graduated with his bachelor’s degree of Mortuary...

Hubbard – Stephen P. “Ace” Medovich, 71, of Hubbard, made his transition to his Heavenly home early Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024 surrounded by his loving family after a 1 ½ year courageous battle with cancer. Stephen left a lasting impression on everyone he met and will be remembered for his smile, sense of humor, generosity, and kindness.   He was born October 30, 1952 in Niles, the son of Fred and Josephine (Boccia) Medovich and was a lifelong area...

Poland - Angela Maria (Santangelo) Smesko, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born June 11, 1934, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Perry and Mary (Marinelli) Santangelo. Angie was a 1952 graduate of Boardman High School.  After graduation, she began working for Ohio Bell as a telephone operator and retired in the engineering department. She was honored by the company for her loyal...

Boardman - Albert G. Dohar, 71, of Boardman, entered into eternal rest Saturday evening, April 6, 2024. He was born on “Christmas Day 1952,” the son of John M. and Paula (Yapur) Dohar, and married his loving wife, Barbara (Ellis), on May 24, 1981. He was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and Youngstown State. While earning his degree, he worked at Sparkle Market, and continued a career there for a significant number of years. Upon marrying Barbara, a teacher, he became...

Poland – Patsy M. “Pat” Trell Jr., 89, of Poland, made his transition to his heavenly home on Tuesday morning April 2, 2024. He was born October 10, 1934 in Youngstown, the son of Patsy M. Sr. and Mary (Christy) Trell and was a lifelong area resident. Pat was a 1952 graduate of East High School where he was proud to be a “Golden Bear’. Following graduation, Pat served in the United States Army where he earned the rank of specialist and was awarded the...

Austintown – Earl Edward (Ed) Kusky, 82, of Austintown, made his transition to his heavenly home on Monday evening, March 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at his residence. He was born August 18, 1941, in Youngstown, the son of Carl and Blanche (Yeager) Kusky and was a lifelong area resident. Ed was a 1960 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and continued his education by attending Bethany College and Youngstown State University. Ed decided to enter the building trades...

Boardman – Kyle A. Pakalnis – 31, of Boardman, passed away on Thursday evening, March 21, 2024, at Mercy Health Boardman Campus. Kyle will always be remembered by his family and friends for his easygoing personality, sense of humor, kindness, and generosity. In the greatest form of generosity Kyle could offer, he gave others a second chance by being an organ donor. His family is extremely grateful to the entire team with Lifebanc for all the guidance and support throughout this...

Elyria – Lori Anne Taylor, 53, of Elyria, formerly of Boardman, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 14, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones after a courageous battle with cancer. Lori will always be remembered for the love she showed to everyone, her generosity, and her devotion to being a dedicated hard-working employee.   She was born March 21, 1970, in Youngstown, the daughter of Arthur W. and Esther I (Walker) Taylor. Lori was a 1988 graduate of Boardman High School and...