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Boardman, Ohio, and surrounding areas
Felix Juan Rivera
Mar 2, 2020
Youngstown – Felix J. Rivera, 72, transitioned into eternal life on Monday, March 2, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
Felix was born on June 23, 1947, in Ponce, Puerto Rico to Ramon and Maria Rivera.
He moved to Brooklyn, New York at the age of 8, and in his early adult...
Lawrence J. "Larry" Rizer Jr.
Mar 2, 2020
Canfield – Lawrence J. "Larry" Rizer Jr., 43, of Canfield, passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family on Monday morning, March 2, 2020.
He was born July 17, 1976 in Youngstown, the son of Lawrence J. "Larry" and Jacqueline "Jackie" (Finn) Rizer and was a lifelong area resident.
Larry...
Margaret (Wokaly) Belline
Feb 27, 2020
Youngstown – Margaret (Wokaly) Belline, 91, passed away peacefully, Thursday morning, February 27, 2020 with her loving family by her side.
Margaret will always be remembered and loved by her family and friends.
She was born February 14, 1929, in Fayette City, Pennsylvania, the daughter of George and Suzanne (Calbally) Wokaly and moved to the...
Angelo J. Pignatelli
Feb 17, 2020
Youngstown - Angelo J. Pignatelli, 86, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully Monday evening, February 17, 2020 with his loving family by hi side at Hospice House.
Angelo will always be remembered for his larger than life personality with a strong work ethic that left an indelible mark on everyone whom he encountered. He will also be remembered...
Lena M. (Cavucci) Thomas
Feb 12, 2020
Youngstown – Lena M. Thomas, 68, of Youngstown, peacefully passed away on Wednesday evening, February 12, 2020 with her loving family by her side.
Lena will always be remembered and loved by her family and friends for her sense of humor, her generosity and caring personality.
She was born June 3, 1951 in Youngstown, the...
John A. "Bobo" Scaramuzzino
Feb 10, 2020
Austintown – John A. "BoBo" Scaramuzzino, 85, of Austintown, passed away suddenly early Monday morning, February 10, 2020.
BoBo will always be remembered and loved by his family and friends for his friendly and easy going personality along with his smile
He was born March 5, 1934 in Youngstown, the son of Carmello "Billy" and...
Pete Commarata
Feb 10, 2020
Youngstown – Pete Commarata, 76, of Youngstown, passed away suddenly Monday evening, February 10, 2020.
Pete will always be remembered for being a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. His sense of humor, kindness, generosity and ability to tell great stories and jokes will live on in the hearts of all that knew him.
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Carmela R (Serino) Guy
Feb 7, 2020
Youngstown – Carmela R. Guy, 84, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully Friday, February 7, 2020 at her residence.
Carmela will always be remembered and loved by her family and friends for her smile generosity and caring personality.
She was born February 3, 1936 in Youngstown, the daughter of John and Josephine (Carnevale) Serino and was...
Eric D. Rudiak
Jan 31, 2020
Boardman – Eric D Rudiak, 47, of Boardman, passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 and is now in the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Eric will always be remembered as a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend. His sense of humor, generosity, and love, will live on in the hearts of everyone that...
Frances J. Silver
Jan 25, 2020
Youngstown – Frances J. Silver, 73, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully, Saturday afternoon, January 25, 2020.
Frances will always be remembered and loved by her family and friend for her boldness, sense of humor, compassion, and generosity.
She was born December 29, 1946 in Youngstown, the daughter of Frank and Carmella (Celadon) Fusillo and was...
Edward Gary Strasik
Jan 18, 2020
Boardman – Edward Gary Strasik, 69, of Boardman, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 at the home of his sister.
Gary was born July 18, 1950 in Youngstown, the son of Edward and Josephine (Perrico) Strasik.
He was a 1968 graduate of Boardman High School and then attended Youngstown State University.
Early on...
Donald Cicoretti
Jan 13, 2020
Lowellville – Donald G. "Don" Cicoretti, 80, of Lowellville, passed away Monday afternoon at St. Elizabeth Hospital on January 13, 2020.
He was born June 21, 1939 in Youngstown, the son of Dominic and Catherine (Moran) Cicoretti and was a lifelong area resident.
Don was a 1960 graduate of Struthers High School and worked for...
Thomas R. "Tom" Murphy
Jan 9, 2020
Poland – Thomas R. "Tom" Murphy, 95, of Poland, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, January 9, 2020 at Hospice House after residing at Shepherd of the Valley in Poland.
Tom was born June 5, 1924 in Campbell, the son of Bruno and Rose (Zupp) Murphy and was a lifelong area resident.
He graduated from...
David W. "Dave" Weikart
Jan 4, 2020
Boardman – David W. "Dave" Weikart, 68, of Boardman, passed away Saturday afternoon holding hands with his loving wife.
Dave will always be remembered and loved by his family and friends for his practical jokes, sense of humor, generosity and smile.
He was born April 18, 1951 in Washingtonville, the son of William and Eunice...
Stephen M. "Whitey" Cheff
Jan 4, 2020
Austintown – Stephen M. "Whitey" "Sonny" Cheff, 84, of Austintown, who passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon, January 4, 2020.
He was born August 15, 1935 in Youngstown, the son of Dominic and Mary Ann (Henik) Cheff and was a lifelong area resident. Whitey was proud to have grown up in the Brier Hill section of Youngstown and...
Samuel A. Chicarelli
Dec 31, 2019
Youngstown – Samuel A. Chicarelli, 91, of Youngstown, who passed away peacefully late Tuesday evening, December 31, 2019.
He was born September 27, 1928 in Girard, the son of Michael and Carmel (Ross) Chicarelli and was a lifelong area resident.
Sam graduated from Girard High School where he excelled in football and then attended Youngstown...
William A. Santangelo
Dec 30, 2019
Boardman – William A. "Bill" Santangelo Sr., 91 of Boardman, passed away peacefully late Monday evening, December 30, 2019 with his family by his side.
Bill will always be remembered and loved by his family and friends for his smile and outgoing personality.
He was born January 13, 1928, in Youngstown, the son of Joseph...
Rose (Finora) Vosch
Dec 2, 2019
Poland – Rose (Finora) Vosch, 98, of Poland passed away peacefully on Monday afternoon December 2, 2019.
Rose will always be remembered and loved by her family and friends for her easy going personality and smile.
She was born September 8, 1921 in Youngstown, the daughter of Dominic and Mary (Centofanti) Finora and was a...
Rosalie Sarah (Troll) Williams
Nov 30, 2019
Lowellville - Rosalie Sarah Williams, 79, of Lowellville, passed away surrounded by her loving family, early Saturday morning, November 30, 2019, at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Medical Center in Youngstown.
"Mama Rose", as she was affectionately known, was born July 3, 1940 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Dennis and Sarah (Merrily) Troll.
She...
Josephine Pallotta
Nov 29, 2019
Canfield – Josephine Pallotta, 92, of Canfield, passed away peacefully Friday morning, November 29, 2019 with her loving family by her side. .
She was born July 31, 1927, in Youngstown, the daughter of Thomas and Rose (Porfilio) Pallotta and was a lifelong area resident.
Josephine was a graduate of East High School. She was...
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