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Boardman, Ohio, and surrounding areas

Dino H. Dirienzo

Dino H. Dirienzo

Apr 14, 2024

Columbiana – Dino H. DiRienzo, 48, of Columbiana, passed away early Sunday morning April 14, 2024.

He was born December 14, 1975 in Youngstown, the son of Anthony and Barbara (Short) DiRienzo and was a lifelong area resident.

Dino was graduated from Campbell Memorial High School and was of the catholic faith.

His...

Richard Marino Crish

Richard Marino Crish

Apr 10, 2024

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...

Stephen P. "Ace" Medovich

Stephen P. "Ace" Medovich

Apr 9, 2024

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...

John D. Marsco

John D. Marsco

Apr 6, 2024

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...

Albert G. Dohar

Albert G. Dohar

Apr 6, 2024

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...

Patsy M. "Pat" Trell Jr.

Patsy M. "Pat" Trell Jr.

Apr 2, 2024

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...

Angela Maria (Santangelo)  Smesko

Angela Maria (Santangelo) Smesko

Mar 27, 2024

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...

Earl Edward Kusky

Earl Edward Kusky

Mar 25, 2024

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...

Kyle A. Pakalnis

Kyle A. Pakalnis

Mar 21, 2024

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...

Lori Anne Taylor

Lori Anne Taylor

Mar 14, 2024

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...

Michael Peter "The Hat" Scialabba

Michael Peter "The Hat" Scialabba

Mar 12, 2024

Boardman - Michael Peter Scialabba, 75, of Boardman, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

Michael was born in Sharpsburg Pennsylvania on April 1, 1948, to the late Peter D. Scialabba and Charlotte (Fair) Scialabba. Growing up, he worked in his family's restaurant, Bleuming's, before graduating from North Catholic High School. Michael attended Youngstown State University,...

Carmella "Dolly" Crump

Carmella "Dolly" Crump

Mar 4, 2024

Salem – Carmella "Dolly" Crump, 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 8:48pm with friends and family by her side.

Dolly was a brilliant, strong, and loving woman who was not afraid to stand her ground for herself or her family. She loved her family and always held friends close as well.

...

Anna Marie (Savnik)  Galbraith

Anna Marie (Savnik) Galbraith

Feb 26, 2024

Struthers - Anna Marie Galbraith, 64, of Struthers, passed away on Monday, morning, February 26, 2024 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born July 28 1959 in Youngstown, the daughter of George and Beverly (Netroe) Savnik and was a lifelong area resident.

Ann worked for Youngstown State University for over twenty years in Janitorial...

Constance A. "Connie" (Simon)  Berardino

Constance A. "Connie" (Simon) Berardino

Feb 25, 2024

Boardman – Constance Ann "Connie" Berardino, 67, of Boardman, peacefully passed away at her residence on Sunday, February 25, 2024.

Connie will always be remembered for her bright smile, generous spirit, kindness, and dedication as a wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend.

She was born August 10, 1956, in Youngstown, the daughter of Joseph F....

Betsy A. Makara

Betsy A. Makara

Feb 23, 2024

Boardman, Ohio – Betsy A. Makara, 66, of Boardman, Ohio passed away Friday, February 23, 2024, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

She was born March 15, 1957, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Nancy L. (Keir) Barber and Edward Makara.

She had a passion for helping others and worked in home health...

John Nicholas "Jack" Prusak

John Nicholas "Jack" Prusak

Feb 19, 2024

Boardman - John (Jack) Prusak, 66, of Boardman, entered the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ while surrounded by his loving family on the morning of Monday, February 19, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Youngstown.

Jack was born March 16, 1957 in Youngstown the son of John and Rosemary Prusak. He graduated from Austintown Fitch...

Rita C. (Thomas)  Wolff

Rita C. (Thomas) Wolff

Feb 13, 2024

Rita C. Wolff, 95, of Boardman, peacefully passed away on Tuesday morning, February 13, 2024.

Friends may call on Friday, February 23, 2024 from 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm at the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Boardman.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to leave condolences to Rita's family

Ernest R. "Cool" Stalnacker

Ernest R. "Cool" Stalnacker

Feb 10, 2024

Campbell – Ernest Raymond Stalnacker, 80, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon, February 10, 2024, with his loving family by his side.

He was born December 4, 1943, in Youngstown, the son of Elmer Sr. and Viola (Such) Stalnacker and was a lifelong area resident. Ernest was known as "Cool" by his family and friends.

Ernest...

Vincenzina "Gina" (Scaccia)  Garcia

Vincenzina "Gina" (Scaccia) Garcia

Feb 9, 2024

Canfield - Vincenzina "Gina" (Scaccia) Garcia, 86, of Canfield, passed away peacefully on February 9. 2024 at Hospice House with her family at her side.

Gina was born in Frosinone, Italy. She came to America in March of 1955 with only a suitcase and a hundred-dollar bill. She worked hard for more than 25 years at Squaw...

Joseph A. Warino

Joseph A. Warino

Feb 8, 2024

Canfield – Joseph A. Warino, 96, of Canfield, passed away peacefully Thursday afternoon, February 8, 2024, after a brief illness with his loving family by his side.

Joe will always be remembered for his outgoing personality, sense of humor, quick wit, and smile.

He was born February 7, 1928, in Youngstown, the son of James...

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