Obituaries

Nov 10, 2024

Robert “Bob/Sonny” C. Krepps, Sr, 96, peacefully entered into his Savior’s arms on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. 

He was born in Waltersburg, PA, on Oct. 2, 1928, a son of Harry and Wilda Murray Krepps.

 Entering the military in 1945, he served for 3 years, 18 months of it in Germany as part of...

Nov 9, 2024

Christ Henry Melonio, 84, of Austintown, passed away unexpectedly late Saturday evening, November 9th at his residence.

"Hank" as he was affectionately known, was born November 5, 1940 in Hillsville, PA, a son of Andrew and Mary (Yargo) Melonio.

He was a graduate of Bessemer High School and went on to achieve a bachelor of business administration degree from Youngstown State University....

Nov 6, 2024

Dorothy A. Jones, 93, of Boardman, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday evening, November 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born July 5, 1931, in Youngstown, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Swantek) Bodnovich and was a lifelong resident of the area.

She attended East High School, Dorothy spent over 20 years working at...

Nov 4, 2024

Leonard Franklin Grbinick, of Youngstown passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio September 18, 1944 to the late, Stephen and Mary (Jesik) Grbinick. He grew up with his twin brother Lawerence Grbinick on the Westside and proudly lived his whole life in Youngstown. 

He attended Chaney High School and Choffin Trade School focusing in Auto Mechanics...

Nov 2, 2024

Angela Marie Price (Hoffman), 47, of Leavittsburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, after a courageous battle with cancer, while her loving husband held her hand. She was a beloved daughter, wife, sister, aunt, cousin, sister-in-law, “Lala”, and an overall amazing human being. Any and all who had the pleasure of knowing Angela are better for having had...

Oct 31, 2024

Daniel David Olson, 62, of Ashtabula, passed away peacefully at The Cleveland Clinic on Thursday, October 31st, from pneumonia and undiagnosed esophageal cancer. 

He was born July 10th, 1962 in Youngstown to Norman Lee and Rebecca Ann (Coffelt) Olson. 

"Dano", as he liked to be called, had a great curiosity of Life. After graduation, he joined the Army and was stationed in...

Oct 31, 2024

Mr. Delbert C. Mix, 98, of Berlin Center, passed away early Thursday morning, October 31st, at the Hospice House in Poland. 

He was born May 31, 1926 in Deerfield, a son of Walter and Mary (Girard) Mix.

Delbert was a 1944 graduate of Deerfield High School and worked as a heavy equipment operator for the A.P. O'Horo Co. for 40 years, prior...

Oct 31, 2024

Barry Michael Piper passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. He was 71 years old.

Barry was born on March 19, 1953 and raised in Cortland, Ohio, the son of Edna Mary and the late George Piper. Barry graduated from Lakeview High School in 1971. Following graduation, he began his career at Packard Motor Plant....

Oct 31, 2024

Merle “Tom” Collins, 64 of Niles, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on October 31st, 2024. He was born on May 14th, 1960 in Warren, Ohio to the late Merle W. Collins and Beverly (Knowlton) Collins. Tom was the owner of Tom’s Lawncare, which he owned and operated since 1995. He married the love of his life Martie (Fellows) Collins on August...

Oct 31, 2024

Jack R. Maffitt, age 92, of Cortland passed away peacefully on October 31, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born in Warren on November 1, 1931, to the late Wayne C. and Violet Biddle Maffitt. 

He was a steelworker for Copperweld Steel for 37 years until his retirement in 1987. He was a veteran of the United States...

Oct 31, 2024

Douglas D. Broderick, 67, of Austintown, passed away early Thursday morning, October 31, 2024, at Hospice House of Poland, after a long battle with cancer. Born on November 13, 1956, in Youngstown, he was the son of the late Gary and Shirley (Reardon) Broderick.

Doug graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1975 and attended Youngstown State University. A proud Eagle...

Oct 30, 2024

Fowler – Esther “Toots” Amon, 94, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, October 30, 2024 at her residence. 

Esther was born on August 8, 1930 in Sharpsville, PA a daughter of the late Dominick and Mary Bertolasio. 

She married Charles Amon and began their life together, raising five children. 

She loved going to flea markets to find antiques to add to her collection. She...

Oct 29, 2024

James Edwin Moon, Sr.,89, of Boardman, passed away on Tuesday morning, October 29, 2024, at Continuing Healthcare of Boardman. Born in Vienna, Ohio, he was a son of the late Scott and Helen May (Barnes) Moon and a lifelong resident of the area.

James graduated from North High School in 1951 and proudly served in the United States Army during the...

Oct 28, 2024

Burghill, OH – Charlean Ann (Price) Kirkland, 72, passed away Monday October 28, 2024 at Sharon Regional Medical Center. 

Charlean was born on December 20, 1951, in Warren, OH, a daughter of the late Edward Price Sr. and Alice Price. 

She was a 1969 graduate of Joseph Badger High School. She worked at Delphi-Packard until she retired. 

Charlean will be deeply missed by...

Oct 27, 2024

Bruce Clymer, born on August 17, 1949, in Findlay, Ohio, was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Raised by his loving aunt, Ivy Bailie, Bruce's warmth and kindness touched everyone who knew him. He passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024, surrounded by his family. 

Bruce served 6 years in the Army National Guard. He attended Youngstown State University, where he...

Oct 25, 2024

Oct 25, 2024

Warren – Daniel Robert Holinbaugh, 65, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024 at his family home after a courageous 9 ½ year battle with cancer. 

Affectionately known as Dan to his family and friends, he was born on March 24, 1959 to Robert and Jean (Miller) Holinbaugh. 

Dan graduated from Howland High School in 1977 and was employed at Trumbull Memorial...

Oct 25, 2024

Sandra L. Loper, 75. of Youngstown, passed away Friday afternoon, October 25th, at the Caprice Skilled Nursing Center in North Lima, following an extended illness. 

She was born April 22, 1949 in Akron, a daughter of the late Floyd and Betty (Dye) Limburg. 

Sandy was a 1967 graduate of Akron Springfield High School and worked as a travel agent for several years...

Oct 23, 2024

Barry G. McKinney, 70, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at his home. Barry was born on November 24, 1953 in Tampa, FL, the son of the late George William McKinney Sr. and Bertha Rose McKinney.

He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving his country from 1971-1974, when he was honorably discharged. He worked as a...

Oct 23, 2024

Tommy D. Thompson, age 75 of Cortland passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. He was born on January 10, 1949, in Warren to the late Calvin “Wimpy” D. and Maxine J. (Kenney) Thompson. 

He was a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather. He married his wife Bobbi on October 5, 2013, spending 26 wonderful...