May 13, 2024

Poland- Pauline Ann Len, 96, of Poland, passed away May 13, 2024 at home with her children by her side. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph, whom she married on October 3, 1953. Born October 1, 1927 in Youngstown, she was a daughter of the late Ignacy and Anna (Kachmarski) Shura. Elevated elegance, juxtaposed to a keen sense...

May 9, 2024

Struthers - David Allen "Whitey" White, 76, a lifelong resident of Struthers, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2024 surrounded by his family at home. He was born December 5, 1947 in Youngstown, a son of the late John and Betty (McKean) White. He graduated from Struthers High School and for his career worked at Youngstown Sheet and Tube, Aliquippa, East...

May 8, 2024

Youngstown - Raymond William Raub, affectionately known as "Ray' passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 21, 1932, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Mark Raub and C. Helen (Hogg) Raub.  Ray graduated from South High School in 1951, where he excelled...

May 8, 2024

STRUTHERS - Sandra "Sandy" Louise Battaglia, 79, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born October 14, 1944 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mildred (Carach) Korhan. She graduated from Ursuline High School and Kent State University. She worked at the U.S. Post office, at the Lowellville and Struthers branches, and also...

May 6, 2024

Canfield - Ramona Lynn Cramer, 94, formerly of Poland, died Monday, May 6, 2024, at the Inn at Ironwood. Ramona, affectionately known as "Lynn," was born May 28, 1929 in Millwood, Ohio, a daughter of Harker and Mistle (Layman) Busenburg.She was a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School, Class of 1947. In 1950, she earned her nursing degree from the Grant...

May 6, 2024

Poland- William Wallace (Bill) Wade, 98, passed away peacefully, Monday evening, May 6, 2024, at his residence at the Shepherd of the Valley Villas.   Bill was born May 12, 1925, in Youngstown, OH, the son of Evelyn Morse and Sidney R. Wade, Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosemary Ferranti; his parents; two older brothers, Sidney and James;...

May 6, 2024

Struthers - Robert A. Braho, 83, passed away peacefully at Hospice of the Valley Hospice House on Monday, May 6, 2024. Robert was born February 11, 1941 to Andrew J. and Susan (Vanta) Braho of Pulaski, PA. He graduated from Wilmington Area High School in 1959 and joined the U.S. Army where he served proudly.  His best times were served in Turkey,...

May 5, 2024

Struthers - William T. Caplinger, 69, formerly of Center, PA, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital with his family by his side.  William, known by his family and friends as "Bill," was born December 5, 1954 in Monaca, PA, a son of the late Kenneth and Beatrice (Howells) Caplinger.He was a custodian...

May 5, 2024

Berlin Center - Manuela "Nellie" Lugo, 71, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. Manuela, affectionately known as "Nellie," was born January 4, 1953 in Puerto Rico, a daughter of Manuel Lugo and Julia Ortiz Cartagena. Nellie came to Ohio with her family as a toddler. She attended East High School in Youngstown, until returning to Puerto...

May 4, 2024

Lowellville - Judith A. Avdey, 85, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, May 4, 2024, with her family at her side.Judith, known by her family and friends as "Judy," was born December 4, 1938 in Girard, Ohio, daughter of the late Raymond and Jean (Thomas) Sturm.She was a 1956 graduate of Lowellville High School and a lifelong resident...

Apr 30, 2024

North Lima - Dr. Robert Hull Foulkes, Jr., 81, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2024 at his home. He was born March 4, 1943 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, a son of the late Robert and Laurdella (Koplin) Foulkes. He graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School and then earned his Doctorate Degree in Electrical Engineering from Case Western. He taught for...

Apr 28, 2024

Poland - Ronald D. Round, 89, of Poland, passed away April 28, 2024 at Greenbriar Healthcare Center surrounded by his loving family.Ronald was born March 30, 1935 in Youngstown, and was the son of the late  Leonard Earle and Catherine (Welker) Round.A 1953 graduate of Boardman High School, Ronald was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and worked for...

Apr 27, 2024

Sally Lou Aey 85, passed away peacefully with family by her side, Saturday morning, April 27, 2024. Sally was born June 12, 1938 in Youngstown, Ohio, to John C. and Ella Mae Ludt.She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Ferdinand P. Aey, to whom she was married for 64 years.Sally was a 1956 graduate of Poland Seminary High School.Sally spent...

Apr 26, 2024

Columbiana -Roy C. (Bill) Eaton of Columbiana, OH, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, April 26, at Windsor House at Canfield.   Bill was born in Youngstown, OH, on July 1, 1934, the son of the late Irene B. Eaton and Roy C. Eaton, Sr. He graduated from John Marshall High School, in Rochester, NY, in 1952. He married the former Diane Tompkins...

Apr 25, 2024

Struthers - David Scott Sweeney left this earthly life on April 25, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.   He was born in Youngstown OH on January 27, 1953 and was the son of the late Virginia (Lambert) and Charles Sweeney.  He graduated from Chaney High School in 1972 and worked for the General Motors Lordstown plant before retiring. Dave and Mary Ann...

Apr 24, 2024

Youngstown- Garry L. Conrad, Sr., 65, of Youngstown, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his loving wife Karen Sue Conrad, whom he married on February 24, 2005. 

 Born November 15, 1958 in Youngstown, he was a son of the late George and Margarite (Vandergrift) Conrad.

 Garry served his country proudly...

Apr 23, 2024

Youngstown - Harold Samuel Luther, Jr., 75, a Struthers native, having lived in Texas and Arizona for years and returning to Youngstown for the remainder of his life, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at Cleveland Clinic.Harold, known by his family and friends as "Sam," was born January 27, 1949 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of the late...

Apr 23, 2024

Lowellville - Nerina  Morocco, 69, passed away on April 23, 2024 at the Hospice House in Poland. Nerina was born December 10, 1954 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Felix and Virginia (Testa) Iudiciani. She worked as a hairdresser for several years and ultimately retired from Republic Services. She was a member of Holy Rosary Church and was past president of...

Apr 20, 2024

Mineral Ridge - Mary Ellen Bruner, 96, formerly of Poland, died Saturday evening, April 20, 2024, at Continuing Healthcare at The Ridge.Mary Ellen was born September 7, 1927 in New Castle, PA, a daughter of Donald and Evelyn Troop McIlwain.Mary Ellen was a graduate of New Castle High School and upon graduation worked for Bell Telephone. On November 7, 1947,...

Apr 19, 2024