Obituaries

Jul 15, 2024

Charles Lanterman, 85, of Canfield, died Monday evening at St. Elizabeth/Mercy Health Medical Center, Youngstown.

Charles was born November 17, 1938 in Canfield, the son of Frank J. and Laura (Cochel) Lanterman and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Canfield High School and was a veteran of the United States Army. 

Charles worked as a machinist for Baird Brothers for...

Jul 14, 2024

Logan G. Matas, 27, loving son and brother, peacefully passed away to eternal life on Sunday, July 14th at his residence.

He was born on June 6th, 1997 in Warren, the second child of Richard and Jennifer Matas whom lovingly raised Logan and his brother, Doug, in Berlin Center.

He obtained his formal education in the Western-Reserve School System, graduating from Western-Reserve...

Jul 14, 2024

Lois Arlene (Acri) Ozuna, 84, passed away peacefully on July 14th, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born the daughter to the late William Acri and Helen (Sammartino) Acri in Youngstown, Ohio. Lois married her first husband, James A. Pasquine, in 1956, spending 20 years together before his passing in 1976. She went on to marry Albert Viccara in...

Jul 13, 2024

Kerri A. Schwab, 43, of Austintown, passed away after a long illness surrounded by family, on Saturday, July 13th, at Regency Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.

Born March 13, 1981, in Youngstown, Ohio, Kerri was the daughter of the late John Balog and Brenda (Little) Balog.

Kerri was a 1999 graduate of Jackson Milton and a 2004 graduate of Youngstown State University, where...

Jul 12, 2024

Fowler – Sophie “Dolly” Hynst, 82, passed away Friday morning July 12, 2024 at St. Joseph Medical Center. 

Dolly was born on November 27, 1941 in Warren, OH, a daughter of the late Walter and Anna Bansky Sr. 

She was a graduate of Warren G. Harding High School and worked at Packard Electric for 30 years before retiring. 

She was a member of...

Jul 11, 2024

On July 11, 2024, Linda “Ma” Whittaker departed this world, leaving behind a legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. She was the daughter of James and Ila (Anderson) Whittaker. She was born January 3, 1942, in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Linda dedicated her life to caring for her family and nurturing her community. Her faith was the...

Jul 10, 2024

Mecca – Roland N. Kurtzman, 66, passed away Wednesday July 10, 2024 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. 

Roland was born on August 3, 1957 in Warren, OH, a son of the late Howard and Nellie Kurtzman. 

He was a graduate of Lakeview High School and was an over-the-road truck driver for 42 years spending the last 24 years...

Jul 10, 2024

Martha J. Letoha, 89, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024. She was born December 2, 1934 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Frank and Angeline (Jeswald) Cirelli and was a lifelong area resident. 

She graduated from The Rayen High School and worked at Revco Drugs for 39 years and was a member of St. Rocco’s Church. 

Martha was a beloved wife,...

Jul 10, 2024

Nancy Pearl Notares, of Ellsworth passed away early Wednesday morning, July 10th, the day of her 88th birthday. Nancy was born July 10, 1936 in Warren, PA, a daughter of the late George and Frances (Yeversky) Cole, and came to this area in the late 60’s. 

She was a member of the New Road Church in Austintown. Nancy was a loving...

Jul 10, 2024

Jul 10, 2024

Harry L. Reinhart, 76 of Canfield, died Wednesday morning at Windsor House at St. Mary’s Alzheimer’s Center, Columbiana. Harry was born May 24, 1948 in Youngstown, a son of the late Harry S. and June M. (Ritchey) Reinhart and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1966 and was a proud veteran of the...

Jul 8, 2024

John R Mamula, III, age 64, of Niles passed away suddenly on Monday, July 8, 2024, from a tragic motorcycle accident. He was born in Warren, Ohio on July 22, 1959, to the late John R Mamula Jr and Gail Taylor Mamula Seekins.

Always devoted to his family, he was a loving and caring partner, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend....

Jul 8, 2024

James J. Elko, age 82, of Cortland passed away peacefully on July 8, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on December 5, 1941, to the late Steven and Genevieve Len Elko. 

He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who enjoyed spending time and making memories with his family. He was a graduate of Warren G....

Jul 6, 2024

Warren – Donald M. Daskivich, 86, died Saturday morning July 6, 2024 at Community Skilled Healthcare. 

Don was born on September 28, 1937 to Margaret and Michael Daskivich in Indiana, PA. 

Following high school, he enlisted in the US Navy and served for four years. After his honorable discharge he relocated to Warren, where worked 40 years at Copperweld Steel. 

Don enjoyed old...

Jul 5, 2024

Boardman- Donna Poschner, age 81, passed away at St Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman, Ohio on Friday, July 5th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

 Born April 15th, 1943 in Liberty Township, Ohio to the late Donald Wentz and Natalie Wilson. Donna was married to George Poschner in 1963 and later divorced in 1981. A longtime Ohio resident, she resided in Youngstown,...

Jul 4, 2024

Edward Curtis Cluse, 80, of Niles, Ohio, a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 4, 2024.

Born on November 16, 1943, Ed was the son of Curtis and Margaret Cluse. A 1961 graduate of Niles McKinley High School, Ed proudly served four years in the United States Air Force. After his...

Jul 4, 2024

Mr. James H. "Jim" Porter, 73, of Diamond, died Thursday evening July 4th, at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Boardman.

Jim was born September 6, 1950 in Youngstown, a son of Harold Porter and Mary Lou (Lampe) Porter Jones.

He attended Austintown Fitch School and worked as an auctioneer and regularly held auctions at Ellsworth VFW serving the community for more than...

Jul 4, 2024

Warren – Dorothy M. Dalrymple, 95, passed away Thursday morning, July 4, 2024 at her residence. 

Dorothy was born on June 4, 1929 in Warren, Ohio, a daughter of the late Frank and Coletta Moran. 

She was a graduate of Warren G. Harding High School and continued her education receiving a bachelor's degree from Kent State University in education. She became a...

Jul 3, 2024

Southington – Larry Overly, 67, on Wednesday evening, July 3, 2024 he gained his wings with his family by his side at his residence. 

Larry was born on April 13, 1957 in Warren, OH a son of the late John and Joyce Overly. 

He started his own business and was the owner and operator of Overly Milk Hauling in Southington, OH. 

He enjoyed...

Jul 3, 2024

 

Majorie Tibbits 95, suddenly died at her home in North Jackson on the afternoon of July 3, 2024.

Majorie was born October 17, 1928 and was the daughter of Karl and Nellie Mound VanAuker. She and her brothers David and John were raised on a dairy farm in Ellsworth Township. Most of her fondest memories were growing up on that farm.

She...