Linda M. Tufaro
Dec 30, 2025
Poland - Linda Tufaro, 78, of Poland, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, surrounded by her family, to be reunited with her husband, Nicholas Tufaro, in the kingdom of Heaven.
She was born on September 18 1947, in New Castle Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late James and Alice Harding. Linda graduated from Mohawk High School...
Raymond Eugene Capots
Dec 27, 2025
Columbus, Ohio — Raymond Eugene Capots, age 88, passed away on December 27, 2025, in Dublin, Ohio.
Raymond lived a life shaped by passion, discipline, and generosity. He loved carpentry, drumming, baseball, Ohio State athletics, and especially the OSU Marching Band—a source of pride and joy throughout his life. A gifted athlete, Ray played Baseball, and his...
Leon J. Kozar Jr.
Dec 25, 2025
Youngstown - Leon J. Kozar, age 91, passed away peacefully early Christmas morning, Dec. 25, 2025, at The Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky, Ohio.
Leon was born on Sept. 3, 1934, in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was the only child of John and Helen Kozar. Â His proximity to Lake Erie heavily influenced his early years. Â The Great Lake...
Rosemarie T. (Vosch) Peck
Dec 19, 2025
Poland – Rosemarie T. Peck, 83, of Poland, formerly of Boardman, peacefully passed away early Friday morning, December 19, 2025.
Rosemarie was born on September 30, 1942, in Youngstown, the daughter of Milford and Rose (Finora) Vosch, and was a lifelong area resident. She attended Boardman Schools and graduated from Boardman High School. Following graduation, she worked...
Ann Lofaro
Dec 10, 2025
Ann Lofaro, 104, from Youngstown, went home to be with the Lord on December 10, 2025.
She was born by midwife on the East side of Youngstown as Antonetta Marie Trombetta on September 4, 1921 to Michael and Lucille Amicone Trombetta. She soon became a big sister to Connie and Angie, whom she cherished. The three of...
Amelia "Millie" (Crish) Palombaro
Dec 10, 2025
Austintown - Amelia "Millie" (Crish) Palombaro, 94, passed away surrounded by her family including her husband of 71 years David "Butch" Palombaro. Born on February 23, 1931, in Youngstown to Angelo and Angelina Martone Crish, Millie lived a life defined by family and togetherness.
Millie was a lifelong resident of Salt Springs Road, where she grew up...
Reverend Father Anthony George Demetri
Dec 6, 2025
Boardman - Reverend Anthony George Demetri, 66, of Boardman, Ohio, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025, with his loving brother Tom, and sister-in-law Kelly, by his side.
Father Anthony was born in Youngstown, Ohio on July 20, 1959 to Mary (Pappas) Demetri of Donora, Pennsylvania and Gregory Demetri of Lisbon, Ohio. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson...
Wilma Florence (Rajala) Fantauzzi
Nov 26, 2025
Boardman - Wilma Florence Rachel Rajala Fantauzzi, 99, peacefully departed this side of life on Nov. 26. Wilma was born June 24, 1926, in Monessen, Pa., the seventh child of Matthew and Amanda Rajala.
In 1944, Wilma graduated salutatorian from Monessen High School. She then completed coursework at the Stenographic Institute of Pittsburgh and worked as a...
Maureen Ann (Collins) Jones
Nov 26, 2025
Youngstown - Our beloved mother and grandmother, Maureen A Jones transitioned from the loving arms of her family into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on November 26, 2025. She was 88 years old.
Maureen was born in Youngstown on July 16, 1937, the daughter of Joseph and Veronica Collins. She attended East...
Richard B. "Rich" Patterson
Nov 24, 2025
Boardman – Richard B. "Rich" Patterson, 76, of Boardman, passed away peacefully Monday afternoon at his residence.
Richard was born November 16, 1949, in Youngstown, the son of Jacob Baylor and Jean Elizabeth (Braun) Patterson, and was a lifelong area resident.
A 1968 graduate of Boardman High School, Richard continued his education at Youngstown State...
Richard John Mrosko
Nov 21, 2025
Woodstock, VA - Richard John Mrosko, 74, of Woodstock, VA, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 21, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held on December 12th at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Our Savior Parish (Saint Nicholas Church), 764 5th Street Struthers, OH.
Born on September 12, 1951, in Youngstown, Ohio, Richard was the...
Emil T. Saloom
Nov 18, 2025
Canfield - Emil T. Saloom of Canfield, Ohio passed away at age 92 on November 18, 2025.
He was born to Thomas and Asma Saloom (Nakhoul) on April 12, 1933, in Farrell, Pennsylvania.
Emil served in the United States Army during the Korean conflict as an interpreter, and later he owned the Saloom advertising agency...
Margaret J. Greco
Nov 9, 2025
Austintown – Margaret J. Greco, 92, of Austintown passed away on Sunday evening, November 9, 2025 at Hospice House, surrounded by her family.
Margaret was born on March 16, 1933 in Youngstown, OH, a daughter of the late Patsy and Margaret (Santillo) Palombo.
Margaret was a 1951 graduate of Boardman High School and went on...
Christopher Atwood
Nov 1, 2025
Boardman – Christopher Atwood, 17, of Boardman, lost his battle at Akron Children's Hospital in Boardman, on November 1, 2025 after a courageous fight of 20 months with his loving mother by his side.
He was born in Youngstown on July 1, 2008, and was a lifelong area resident. Christopher graduated from Boardman High School and through...
George Boutros El Khoury
Oct 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound love that the family of George Boutros El Khoury announces his passing.
George was born on February 3, 1932, in Kafarhay, Lebanon, to his devoted parents Boutros and Maryam El Khoury. He passed peacefully surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, faith, and laughter...
Robin Kim Hanni
Oct 24, 2025
Youngstown - Robin Kim Hanni, 73, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Robin was born November 2, 1951, in Youngstown, the son of Don L. and Leila (Roberts) Hanni and was proud to grow up on the Eastside of Youngstown.
Robin dedicated his life to service, enlisting...
John Cycyk
Oct 22, 2025
Struthers - John Cycyk, 76, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2025 after a courageous five-year battle with Alzheimer's disease. Though the disease slowly took his memory, it never touched the immense love he had for his family and friends, nor did it diminish the full life he built and cherished.
Born on September 29, 1949, in...
Arlene N (Naples) Wright
Oct 21, 2025
Hubbard – Arlene N. Wright, 85, of Hubbard, formerly Boardman, passed away peacefully Thursday evening, October 21, 2025.
Arlene was born October 3, 1940, in Youngstown, the daughter of Alfred and Olga (Schubert) Naples, and was a lifelong area resident.
A graduate of Chaney High School, Arlene also attended Youngstown State University.
In...
Elizabeth "Liz" (Mike) Manser
Oct 13, 2025
Elizabeth "Liz" Mike Manser
A Century of Love, Joy, Wonder, and Laughter
Salem - Some people pass through this world quietly. Liz Manser danced, sang, and sparkled her way through 101 years of life — a whirlwind of color, laughter, and love that touched everyone lucky enough to have known her until her passing on...
Michael Dominic Russo
Oct 10, 2025
Boardman – Michael Dominic Russo, 47, of Boardman, was carried off by angels to his Heavenly home on Friday, October 10, 2025.
Born December 8, 1977, in Youngstown, Michael was the beloved son of Angelo D. and Eve (Nick) Russo and was a lifelong resident of the area.
Though born with disabilities, Michael's life was...
