Obituaries

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...

Oct 13, 2023

Youngstown – Frank E. "Pig" Russell Jr., 81, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully at his residence early Friday morning, October 13, 2023.

He was born October 1, 1942 in Youngstown, the son of Frank E. Sr. and Elizabeth (Voutard) Russell and was a lifelong area resident.

Frank graduated from Canfield High School and was employed...

Oct 6, 2023

Austintown - Jeffrey Randall Rozzi, 33, of Austintown, passed away unexpectedly on October 6th, 2023 at his family home.

Jeff was born on April 10th, 1990. He was so full of life and grew into a wonderful, hard-working adult who loved and went out of his way to help everyone.

Jeff grew up in Austintown...

Oct 4, 2023

Youngstown – Rose Marie Montwori, 98, of Youngstown, passed away on Wednesday morning, October 4, 2023 at her home.

Rose was born July 11, 1925 in Youngstown, the daughter of Andrew and Modestine (Donofrio) Potesta and was a lifelong area resident.  She was extremely proud to have grown up in Smokey Hollow and was a graduate of...

Sep 23, 2023

Youngstown - Nicholas E. Bolan, 93 died peacefully in his home on the 26th of September 2023.

He was born on Springdale Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio on January 4, 1930, to Theodore and Sarah (Macaluso) Bolan who preceded him in death.

Nick graduated from Wilson High School and continued his education in Pittsburg, eventually getting...

Sep 16, 2023

Youngstown - In loving memory of James G. "Jim" Borak, 97, of Youngstown, who peacefully went home to heaven surrounded by family at his residence on Saturday morning, September 16, 2023.

Jim was born on July 28, 1926, the son of George and Virginia (McCarius) Borak and was a lifelong area resident. He was proud to have...

Sep 10, 2023

Youngstown – Maria Roselia Gonzalez, 68, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully on Sunday afternoon at St. Elizabeth's Hospital.

She was born on March 1, 1955 in Mexico, a daughter of the late Juan and Zenaida Hernandez and was a longtime area resident.

Roselia was a talented seamstress for many years and devoted homemaker to her...

Aug 25, 2023

Poland – Jerome E. Pascarella, 75, of Poland, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, August 25, 2023.

Jerome was born March 15, 1948 in Youngstown, the son of Wally and Catherine "Kay" (Smith) Pascarella. He lived most of his life in the Youngstown area until moving to San Diego, California in the late 1980's and then returned...

Aug 25, 2023

Boardman - It is with profound sadness that the family of Gregory Paul Zinni announce his untimely death at the age of 38.  Gregory passed away surrounded by family and loved ones on August 25th, 2023.

Gregory was born January 4, 1985 in Youngstown, Ohio the son of the late Dr. Gregory S. Zinni, MD and Catherine...

Aug 5, 2023

Youngstown – Rose M. Giampetro, 100, of Youngstown, formerly of Liberty, made her transition to her heavenly home on Saturday evening, August 5, 2023.

She was born on January 19, 1923 in Youngstown, the daughter of Leonard and Mary (Bonamase) Giampetro and was a lifelong area resident.

Rose attended East High School until her mother...

Aug 3, 2023

Struthers - Gerald William "Jerry" "Re" Rivello, 83, of Struthers, entered into eternal rest surrounded by his loving family early Thursday morning, August 3rd, 2023.

Jerry was born May 20th, 1940 in Youngstown, OH, the son of Jerry and Ann (Balint) Rivello. He was a lifelong area resident, graduating from East High School in 1958, and settling...