logo-image

Obituaries

Jerald  F.  Buckley Sr.

Jerald F. Buckley Sr.

Feb 27, 2023

Jerald F. Buckley Sr., 84, passed away Monday morning, February 27, 2023 at Masternick Nursing Home in New Middletown, OH.

Jerald was born on March 24, 1938 in Youngstown, OH, a son of the late John and Lillian (Neylan) Buckley.

He was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in Youngstown. He was proud to have served in the United States Air...

Paul N Brown

Paul N Brown

Feb 26, 2023

Paul N. Brown, 84, of Canfield, passed away on Sunday, February 26, at Countryside of Elmwood in Hubbard.

Born August 14, 1938 in Youngstown, Ohio, Paul was the son of Clarence and Alda (Wilcox) Brown.

Paul was a 1956 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. He was a multi-talented craftsman where he was owner and operator of Quality Floors for over thirty...

Barbara  Kovalik

Barbara Kovalik

Feb 26, 2023

Barbara Kovalik, 85, passed away Sunday morning, February 26, 2023 at St. Joseph Medical Center.

Barb was born on July 23, 1937 in Warren, OH, a daughter of Michael and Maria Chizmar.

She was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School and became a proud homemaker for her family.

She enjoyed making crafts, knitting, and crocheting.

She will be deeply missed by her children,...

George H.  Braun

George H. Braun

Feb 26, 2023

The family of George H. Braun announces with much sadness his passing on February 26, 2023. George was born in Warren and was a longtime Cortland, Ohio resident of 52 years. George was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Esther Swab Braun; siblings, Mabel Lammon and Laura May Ward; son-in-law, Donald Whipple.

George earned an Associate Degree in Electronics...

Gail A. Gunger

Gail A. Gunger

Feb 25, 2023

Gail Ann Gunger, 85 of Canfield, died Saturday evening at the Inn at Christine Valley. Gail was born July 28, 1937 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Jay and Isabelle (Davies) Leedy and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from South High School in 1955. Gail was a member of the Canfield Republican Women’s Club and a volunteer...

Carol Elizabeth Hoffman Hovanic

Carol Elizabeth Hoffman Hovanic

Feb 25, 2023

With sadness, love, and profound gratitude, the family of Carol Elizabeth (Hoffman) Hovanic announce her peaceful passing on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at home with family at her side.

Carol was born the youngest of two children on May 12, 1933, to Kenneth and Margaret (Halkett) Hoffman in Warren, Ohio, and moved shortly thereafter where she graduated from Champion High School....

Nicki Lynn Polen

Nicki Lynn Polen

Feb 24, 2023

Nicki Lynn Polen, 62 of Boardman died unexpectedly Friday evening at her residence. Nicki was born December 6, 1960 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Nick and Elizabeth “Bette” (Strachan) Lupe and was a lifelong area resident. She grew up in the Canfield area and graduated from Canfield High School in 1979. Nicki was loud and had a big...

Barbara Jean Huffman

Barbara Jean Huffman

Feb 22, 2023

Barbara Jean Gartland Huffman entered into eternal rest on Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2023 surrounded by those who loved her.

Barbara was born on September 27, 1942 to William Lincoln Gartland and Mary Frances Belli Gartland. She grew up with her family on the East side of Youngstown where she spent a great deal of time with her beloved Oma speaking...

William A. Grantz

William A. Grantz

Feb 20, 2023

William “Bill” Grantz, 85, of Girard, passed away on Monday evening, February 20, 2023, at O’Brien Memorial Health Care Center.

Born May 15, 1937 in Mineral Ridge, Bill was the son of Hervey and Clara (Clark) Grantz.

William was a graduate of Lordstown High School. Prior to his retirement, he was a steeler worker for Copperweld Steel in Warren Bill was a...

Morrell "Bronco" Foor

Morrell "Bronco" Foor

Feb 20, 2023

Morrell “Bronco” Foor, 86, of Hanoverton, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 20th. The son of Simon D. and Alice M. (Wilkinson) Foor, Morrell was born on September 23, 1936 in Bedford County, PA. After moving to Ohio in 1954, Morrell worked numerous jobs, including Pure Oil and US Steel, before becoming a truck driver for Foster Trucking....

Sharen Ray Johnson Totten

Sharen Ray Johnson Totten

Feb 19, 2023

Sharen Ray Johnson Totten, age 74 of Cortland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023. She was born on June 23, 1948 in Warren, OH to the late Frank Robert Johnson and Una Edna Grafton Johnson. She was preceded in death by her parents, infant twin sister, Karen Johnson, and brother, Clair Johnson.

Sharen was a loving and caring mother,...

Junette Danko

Junette Danko

Feb 18, 2023

Junette “Nanny, Junebug, JuJu” Danko (Gennaro) was born October 18, 1943, and was called home to the Lord on Saturday, February 18, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was just shy of her 80th birthday. Junette is survived by her two children Dennis Jr (Dana) Danko and Lisa (Alan Scannell) Danko. She is also survived by her seven grandchildren,...

William H. Dunlap

William H. Dunlap

Feb 18, 2023

AUSTINTOWN-William H. Dunlap, 84, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2023 at his residence. He was born November 8, 1938 in Youngstown, a son of Howard H. and Lucy L. (Britton) Dunlap. Bill was a plumber for 40 years, employed with Lou Carbone Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Services, retiring in 2005. He served his country as a member of the U.S....

Ken Seeds

Ken Seeds

Feb 17, 2023

Ken Seeds, age 60, of Boardman, Ohio passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. He was born October 24, 1962 in Youngstown, Ohio and remained a lifelong resident. He played baseball throughout his childhood, and also played for Boardman High School, where he graduated from in 1981. He attended The Ohio State University and received a Bachelor of Science in...

Renee Marie Fergus

Renee Marie Fergus

Feb 17, 2023

Renee Marie Fergus, commonly known as "Nae Nae," crossed over peacefully at home on Friday, February 17th, 2023 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living life to the fullest.

Renee had a vibrant personality, a great sense of humor, and she handled life's challenges with a smile...

Glenda Val Sarisky

Glenda Val Sarisky

Feb 16, 2023

Glenda Val Sarisky, 73, of Boardman, passed away February 16th at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown surrounded by her family.

She was born Glenda Val Handwork, the daughter of the late Robert and Valerie Handwork. She was a 1967 graduate of Fitch High School and attended YSU. She enjoyed a long career in personal banking, and real estate and retired from...

Judith  Ann Antonell

Judith Ann Antonell

Feb 16, 2023

Judith “Judie” Antonell, 82, passed away Thursday evening, February 16, 2023 at Trumbull Regional Hospital.

Judie was born on October 6, 1940 in Warren, OH, a daughter of the late Harold Miller and Virginia Miller Pantzer.

She was a 1958 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School and continued her education at Choffin School of Practical Nursing in Youngstown. Once she became...

Frances Ann Gunter

Frances Ann Gunter

Feb 15, 2023

Frances Ann Gunter (88) of Canfield passed away February 15 at Hospice House in Boardman. She was born in Crab Orchard, West Virginia, daughter of Charles and Judy Nestor Bane. She grew up in and around Beckley and Pineville, West Virginia during the depression. She was the daughter of a coal miner. She started working at a very young age....

Carole L. Lane

Carole L. Lane

Feb 13, 2023

Carole L. Lane, 80, of Austintown, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, at the Victoria House, with her family at her side.

Born August 25, 1942 in Warren, Ohio, Carole was the daughter of Edward and Mary (Fabian) Thompson.

She was a 1961 graduate of Howland High School. She worked as an assembler for 23 years at General Electric.

Carole loved the...

Betty J. Olney

Betty J. Olney

Feb 12, 2023

Betty Jean Olney, 92 of Austintown, formerly of Canfield, died Sunday morning, February 12th at Briarfield Manor. Betty Jean was born August 20, 1930 in Lake Placid, New York, a daughter of the late Milford and Olive (Winch) Maynard and came to this area in 1953. She had worked in the dental offices for Dr. Rudge in Canfield for 19...

Share by: