All Obituaries

George Hurtuk Poland

Poland-George S. Hurtuk, 90, left this world peacefully while surrounded by his loving family on Sunday morning, June 13, 2021. He was born October 9, 1930 in Struthers to George and Elizabeth Wojcik Hurtuk. George was the cherished husband of the late Marion Farnell Hurtuk for 61 years; beloved father of Lynn Hawkins of Mentor on the Lake, Janice Hurtuk of Boardman, G. Robert (Kathleen) Hurtuk of Poland, and Michael (Martha) Hurtuk of Roaming Shores; and loving grandfather of Ilona,...

Poland-George S. Hurtuk, 90, left this world peacefully while surrounded by his loving family on Sunday morning, June 13, 2021. He was born October 9, 1930 in Struthers to George and Elizabeth...

Evelyn C. Queen

Evelyn C. Queen, 98, or Ty-Ty as she was affectionately called, went to be with the Lord Thursday, July 1, 2021, surrounded by loving family. Evelyn was born on May 18, 1923, in Cleveland, Tennessee to Arnold L. and Toye M. (Simpson) Queen. Evelyn had a singular focus in life, to live out Jesus’ great commands, loving the Lord her God with all her heart and loving her neighbors as herself. She never wavered from this goal and is now realizing her heavenly reward. Evelyn was a...

Evelyn C. Queen, 98, or Ty-Ty as she was affectionately called, went to be with the Lord Thursday, July 1, 2021, surrounded by loving family. Evelyn was born on May 18, 1923, in Cleveland,...

Elizabeth "Betsy" Johnson Columbiana

Elizabeth "Betsy" W. Johnson, 67, passed away Wednesday evening, July 7, 2021 at Hospice of the Valley, Hospice House. Betsy was born March 26, 1954 in Norwalk, OH, a daughter of the late David and Dolores Weller Worner. Betsy graduated from Northmor High School in 1971 and after just three years graduated from Ohio University with a Bachelor's Degree in Education. Betsy began her 13-year teaching career as a kindergarten and first grade teacher at Stadium...

Elizabeth "Betsy" W. Johnson, 67, passed away Wednesday evening, July 7, 2021 at Hospice of the Valley, Hospice House. Betsy was born March 26, 1954 in Norwalk, OH, a...

Joycelyn A. Bloyer

Youngstown - Joycelyn A. Bloyer, 91, died Friday evening, July 23, 2021 at Park Vista Senior Living Community. Joycelyn was born April 27, 1930 in Youngstown, a daughter of John S. and Violet Lovitz Kish. A graduate of the The Rayen School, Joycelyn received her Bachelor's degree in Education and her Master's degree in Education and Secondary Principalship, both from Youngstown State University. Mrs. Bloyer worked as a teacher for West Branch Middle School and Boardman Center...

Youngstown - Joycelyn A. Bloyer, 91, died Friday evening, July 23, 2021 at Park Vista Senior Living Community. Joycelyn was born April 27, 1930 in Youngstown, a daughter of John S. and...

John Lissi

Lowellville - John W. Lissi, 72, died Sunday evening, July 18, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. John was born May 24, 1949 in Youngstown, a son of William and Jennie (Yanno) Lissi. A lifelong area resident, John attended Struthers High School. He was employed at Youngstown Steel Door until becoming disabled in a car accident. Some of John's favorite interests included mowing his grass, going out to eat, and meeting his friends for coffee at Arby's and...

Lowellville - John W. Lissi, 72, died Sunday evening, July 18, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. John was born May 24, 1949 in Youngstown, a son of William and Jennie (Yanno)...

Donald M. Nolfi

Lowellville - Donald Michael Nolfi, 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 18, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born on August 11, 1932, the son of Ferdinando and Nicoletta Nolfi, and was a lifelong resident of Lowellville. He was a graduate of Lowellville High School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration and a Master of Science Degree in Community Counseling from Youngstown State University. Don, affectionately...

Lowellville - Donald Michael Nolfi, 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 18, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Donald was born on August 11, 1932, the son of Ferdinando...

Michael Wagner New Springfield

Michael P. Wagner, 59 New Springfield - Michael P. Wagner, 59, of New Springfield, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Michael was born July 13, 1961 in Youngstown, the son of the late Paul and Irene (Koloff) Wagner. He graduated from Boardman High School and Mahoning County Career & Technical Center, studying carpentry. Michael was a member of the local carpenters union for over 30 years. He was a...

Michael P. Wagner, 59 New Springfield - Michael P. Wagner, 59, of New Springfield, passed away on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Michael...

Mark McGhee North Jackson

Mark Allen McGhee, 26 North Jackson - Mark Allen McGhee, 26, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 13, 2021 after passing unexpectedly in his sleep. Mark was born on September 16, 1994, in Youngstown, OH, to parents, of Darlene and Thomas McGhee. Mark was a courageous spirit who battled many obstacles since birth but never went a day without sharing his smile with the world. He was an avid Carolina Panthers fan, pro wrestling fan who adored Triple H, and a NASCAR...

Mark Allen McGhee, 26 North Jackson - Mark Allen McGhee, 26, went to be with the Lord Tuesday, July 13, 2021 after passing unexpectedly in his sleep. Mark was born on September 16, 1994,...

Felix Carbon Poland

Poland - Felix J. Carbon, 50, died Monday, July 12, 2021 at his home. Felix was born September 4, 1970 in Youngstown, a son of Felix and Kathleen Hoffman Carbon. A lifelong area resident, Felix was a 1989 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and attended Youngstown State University. Shortly after graduating, Felix enlisted in the United States Navy, serving on the USS Dahlgren until his honorable discharge with the rank of RMSA. Returning to the area after his military service,...

Poland - Felix J. Carbon, 50, died Monday, July 12, 2021 at his home. Felix was born September 4, 1970 in Youngstown, a son of Felix and Kathleen Hoffman Carbon. A lifelong area resident,...

Vivian Nicastro Struthers

Vivian Ann (Gumina) Nicastro, 100 Struthers - Vivian Ann (Gumina) Nicastro, 100, died Saturday morning July 17, 2021, at Maplecrest Nursing Home in Struthers. Vivian was born March 18, 1921, in Youngstown, the daughter of James and Mary Gumina. She was a resident of Struthers and was a former member of St. Anthony's Church. Vivian is survived by her son-in-law, Anthony C. Davanzo of Boardman; granddaughter, Yvonne M. (Ralph) Blanco of Poland; grandson,...

Vivian Ann (Gumina) Nicastro, 100 Struthers - Vivian Ann (Gumina) Nicastro, 100, died Saturday morning July 17, 2021, at Maplecrest Nursing Home in Struthers. Vivian was born...