Obituaries

Jan 6, 2024

Boardman – John J. Latronica, 76, of Boardman, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, January 6, 2024 after a long illness.

John was born October 7, 1947, in Youngstown, the son of John J. Sr. and Elvira (Tavaolario) Latronica and was a lifelong area resident.

John graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and then attended...

Jan 3, 2024

Boardman – Russell E. Cornman, 80, of Boardman, made his transition to his heavenly home on Wednesday morning January 3, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Russell will always be remembered for his pensiveness, quietness, generosity and humility along with being a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

He was born July 14, 1943...

Dec 30, 2023

Garrettsville – Norma Jean (Nelson) Keslar, 83, Garrettsville, passed away Saturday evening, December 30, 2023 with her loving family by her side.

Norma will always be remembered for her humbleness and sense of humor besides so many other wonderful qualities.

She was born February 20, 1940 in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Lawrence Percy...

Dec 29, 2023

McDonald – Lucia Conti, 80, of McDonald, made her transition to her heavenly home on Friday afternoon, December 29. 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on November 22, 1943 in Forli, del Sannio, in the Province of Isernia, Italy, the daughter of Angelo and Loretta (Ricchiuti) Antonelli.

Lucy came to the United...

Dec 11, 2023

Felix Figueroa Viera – 90, of Struthers, passed away on Monday, December 11. 2023.

Born to Andres Figueroa and Cruz Viera in Guaynabo, P.R. on November 9, 1933.  He was the oldest of 10 children.  He specialized in Carpentry and Construction.  He was a devout 7th Day Adventist Christian and assisted in the construction of both the...

Dec 6, 2023

Youngstown – Robert Lee Young Jr., 72, of Youngstown, passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 after a short illness.

Robert, also known as "Mad Dog" will always be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor and his ability to make everyone feel welcome and a friend.

He was born April 8, 1951 in Youngstown,...

Dec 1, 2023

Boardman – Ann Rita (Pesa) Leone, 96, of Boardman, made her transition to her heavenly home early Friday morning, December 1, 2023 surrounded by her loving.

Ann was born April 26, 1927 in Youngstown, the daughter of Ralph and Corinna Pesa and was a lifelong area resident. She was a proud 1944 graduate of East High School....

Nov 30, 2023

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Timothy Emerson Smith, who left us on November 26th at the age of 69.  He was a man of immense energy and vast interests with passions ranging from jewelry design to dog sled racing.

He worked for many years at the family-run jewelry store, Daniel E....

Nov 26, 2023

Poland – Diana Lynne Torrell, 75, of Poland, passed away on Sunday morning, November 26, 2023, after an extended illness.

Diana will always be remembered for her love, kindness, sense of humor and her contagious laugh.

She was born on December 26, 1947 in Youngstown, the daughter of John Lewis and Margaret (Michael) Snyder.

Nov 21, 2023

Struthers -Gabriella Rose Burke, 21 of Struthers, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes early Tuesday morning, November 21, 2023

Gabriella will always be remembered for her generosity, compassion and infectious laugh. She had a huge smile that would lighten up a room as soon as she walked in.

She was born April 20, 2002 in...

Nov 21, 2023

Liberty – Virginia (DeLuco) Bellino, 97, of Liberty, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, November 21, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Virginia was born January 28, 1926 in Youngstown, the daughter of Anthony and Esperina (Worrellia) DeLuco and was affectionately known by everyone as "Tootsie".

She was a 1945 graduate of...

Nov 20, 2023

BOARDMAN – Jerry S. Pizzo III, 57, of Boardman, passed away suddenly Monday evening, Nov. 20, 2023, at his home. It is said that the key to immortality is first living a life worth remembering. As we move forward to celebrate the life of Jerry, we know that his life is absolutely worth remembering.

Jerry was born...

Nov 19, 2023

Stephanie H. Kuhar-Sipusic, age 71, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the Cleveland Clinic, succumbing to complications related to Covid-19.  Stephanie was a resilient 5-year double lung transplant recipient, a testament to her strength and determination.

Stephanie was preceded in death by her parents, Helen A. (Rovnak) Kuhar and Stephen P. Kuhar.  Her only sibling,...

Nov 14, 2023

Woodburn, Oregon – On Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Ray Alan Chambers, 83, left this world to with his Lord.

Ray was born February 5, 1940 in Middlefield, Ohio, the son of Roy Alfred and Ena Gladys (Rideout) Chambers.

After moving to the Mahoning Valley area for his dad's work, Ray attended Columbiana School and graduated...

Nov 11, 2023

Poland - Diane C Booth, 89, of Punta Gorda Florida, formerly of Poland, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon November 11, 2023 after a brief illness.

Diane will always be remembered and cherished for her gregarious nature, style, wit, sense of commitment and many other lovable traits.

She was born September 23, 1934 in Youngstown, daughter...

Nov 8, 2023

Columbiana – Joseph M. "Joe" Doumont, 82, of Youngstown, passed away on Wednesday evening, November 8, 2023 at Windsor House at St. Mary's in Columbiana.

He was born on September 9, 1941 in Youngstown, the son of Joseph E. and Ann (Porosky) Doumont and was a lifelong area resident.

Joe was a 1959 graduate of...

Nov 6, 2023

Austintown- Patricia "Patty" Evans, 79, of Austintown, passed away the night of November 5th, 2023 at her residence after a courageous battle. She had been under the care of hospice and her loving and devoted husband and family were blessed to be at her side.

Patricia was born in Salem, Ohio on May 18, 1944 the daughter...

Oct 26, 2023

Struthers – William "Bill" James Polis, 96, of Struthers, passed away early Thursday morning, October 26, 2023, after a period of declining health. His passing comes four months after the passing of his beloved wife of over 72 years, the former Margaret "Peg" A. Edwards, whom he married on May 19, 1951. He was born on June 3, 1927,...

Oct 21, 2023

Boardman – Henry Joseph "Hank" Gourley Jr., 81, of Boardman, peacefully passed away early Saturday morning, October 21, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Hank will always be remembered as an outgoing family man who never met a stranger. He was born October 12, 1942, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of Henry Joseph Sr. and Mary (Stiegler)....

Oct 13, 2023

Boardman – Michael Peter Barkett, 75, of Boardman, passed away on Friday afternoon, October 13, 2023.

He was born January 15, 1948 in Youngstown, the son of Thomas and Eileen (Stemp) Barkett and was a lifelong area resident.

Michael graduated from South High School and then continued his education at Youngstown State University majoring in...