Obituaries

Jun 5, 2026

YOUNGSTOWN –James Stephen McGuire, Sr, 87, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, June 5, 2026, at the Hospice House.

James was born January 14, 1939, in Youngstown, a son of the late Olin and Sylvia Sipus McGuire. After attending East High School, he enlisted in the US AirForce.  Upon his discharge, he was an electrician for the...

May 28, 2026

BOARDMAN—With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Darlene Gaal, who passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, May 28, 2026, at the age of 77. She was born on September 22, 1948, to the late Joseph and Margaret Radovich.

Darlene was a graduate of Boardman High School. She married the love of her life, Gilbert Gaal, and...

May 16, 2026

Youngstown –

Raymond E. Novak, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, May 16,2026,  with his loving family by his side.

He was born on February 16, 1945, in Youngstown, a son of the late Stephen and Mary Baytos Novak. After attending St. Matthias School, Raymond graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1963 and...

Apr 21, 2026

Bruce Cunningham, 37

BOARDMAN… Bruce Cunningham, 37 of Boardman, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.

Bruce will be remembered for the impact he had on those who knew and loved him. He never lost his sweet nature and his presence, character, and the moments he shared with family and friends will not be...

Feb 11, 2026

NORTH LIMA – Mary Martha Yurco, 93, passed away peacefully Wednesday morning, February 11, 2026.  She was born on January 14, 1933, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Louis and Anna Klein Sobinovsky.  Mary attended St. Matthias School grade school. She also attended Woodrow Wilson High School, graduating in 1951.

Mary enjoyed travelling with her husband...

Feb 5, 2026

CHRISTINE T. BABIK, 72

NEW MIDDLETOWN… Christine T. Babik; age 72, passed away on Thursday February 5, 2026 at Masternick Memorial. Christine was born October 9, 1953 in Youngstown and was a daughter of John and Lucy (Repec) Wajszczuk.

She was a 1971 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and was a lifelong area resident....

Jan 31, 2026

YOUNGSTOWN – Helen E. Donnorummo, 97, of Youngstown, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, at Beeghly Oaks Center.

Helen was born on August 4, 1928, in Youngstown, the daughter of Carl and Alice (Smith) Larson.

Helen married Sam Donnorummo and enjoyed putting puzzles together with him.  She also loved baking cookies at the...

Jan 27, 2026

Stella Fryda, 80

CANFIELD…Stella Fryda, 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman, Ohio.

Born on March 21, 1945, in Poland, Stella was the cherished daughter of Franciszek and Franciszka (Leszczynska) Leszczynski. She completed both high school and tailoring school in her home country before bravely beginning a...

Jan 4, 2026

Catherine Elizabeth Jankiewicz, 97

YOUNGSTOWN… Catherine Elizabeth Jankiewicz, 97, of Boardman, Ohio, peacefully returned home to the Lord on Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

Catherine—known affectionately as "Kate" to her loved ones—was born August 21, 1928, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, to Domenico and Clementina (Fusco) DeSimone. She graduated from...

Dec 24, 2025

Bernice Kaplon, 90, of Youngstown, Ohio passed away on December 24, 2025, at Mercy Health Hospice of the Valley.

Bernice was born on April 16, 1935, in a small village in Poland, Europe. She was the daughter of Dominic and Elizabeth (Kopij) Barwinski. She immigrated to the United States in 1950 with her family and eventually settled...

Dec 19, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Martha "Marty" Evans, 91, of Boardman, Ohio, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to family.

Marty was born on June 16, 1934, in Campbell, Ohio, the eldest of three children of Andrew and Lillian Hudach. She was a proud graduate of Campbell Memorial High School, Class of 1952.

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Nov 22, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN –Melissa Ann Christy, 43, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the evening of November 22, 2025.

Melissa was born in Marietta, Ohio on April 8, 1982, a daughter of Neal and Sandy (Moore) Pinkerton.  A graduate of Warren Local High School in Vincent, Ohio, she later attained a bachelor's degree from Youngstown State University. ...

Oct 23, 2025

POLAND – Deirdre Marie Miller, 56, of Poland, peacefully passed away Thursday evening, October 23, 2025, at Salem Regional Medical Center. There will be a 'Day of 'Memories' held on April 3, 2026, Deirdre's birthday. Details will be given closer to the date.

Deirdre was born on April 3, 1969, in Ridgewood, NJ, the daughter of Michael...

Oct 8, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN - Bernadette Jane Demechko passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 8, 2025, at age 91.

Bernadette was born in Diamond, Ohio and lived on a farm until 8th grade, and later moved to Youngstown where she lived until her death.

She attended Vincentian High School in Pittsburgh, PA and Youngstown State University.  ...

Sep 26, 2025

AUSTINTOWN – Irene F. Sinkele, 86, passed away on September 26, 2025, at Austintown Healthcare Center.

She was born on June 12, 1939, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Joseph and Lillian Oleksak.

Irene, a South High School graduate, worked for many years at General Electric.  She was a parishioner of St. Stanislaus Church...

Sep 8, 2025

Darlene Ashley Hunter, 52, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025.

Ashley was born on May 1, 1973, in Colorado, a daughter of the late Connie P. and Marlene M. Bailey.

A proud and happy grandma, Ashley was always supportive, easy to talk to, and loved by everyone.

She touched everyone's hearts and...

Aug 30, 2025

YOUNGSTOWN –Margaret Ann Stevenson, 91, of Youngstown, passed away Saturday afternoon, August 30, 2025, at Continuing Health in Niles.

Margaret was born April 1, 1934, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Steve and Sara (Bezjak) Zubrinich. She was a graduate of South High School. She worked at several places, including McCrory's Five and Dime Store, 20th...

Aug 19, 2025

NEW MIDDLETOWN - Stephen Ronald Margala, Sr.—lovingly known as "Ron" or "the Big Guy"—passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, surrounded by his family in New Middletown, Ohio.

Ron was born in Youngstown, Ohio, on June 25, 1940, to Stephen and Jennie Margala. Raised on Youngstown's south side, he graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1958....

Jul 29, 2025

Christa D. Flesher, 53

LOUISVILLE…Christa D. Flesher, 53 passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at Mercy Hospital in Canton, Ohio,surrounded by her family and friends.

Christa was born January 16, 1972 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Thomas DePoy and Helena ( Mumaw) DePoy.

She was a 1990 graduate of Ursuline High School...

May 16, 2025

John George Kramer Passed away peacefully at Briarfield Place in Boardman,  May 16, 2025.

He was born June 15,1932, the son of the late  John and Mary Kramer.

John grew up on the West Side of Youngstown, a 1950 graduate of Chaney High School.

He married Margaret (Gonci) Kramer on May 16,1956,  sadly...