obituaries

Dec 6, 2023

Janet Crnarich, 65

Struthers…Janet Crnarich, 65, passed away unexpectedly at home on the morning of Wednesday, December 6, 2023.

Janet was born on June 2, 1958 in Youngstown, daughter of the late Frank and Dorothy (Waschak) Geidner.  She was a 1976 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School.

Janet was dedicated to her work...

Nov 27, 2023

John Andrew Sweetko, 70

Poland…John Andrew Sweetko,70, passed away peacefully November 27, 2023, two days after his 70th birthday, at his home with his loving family by his side, after a 3 year battle with Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer).

John was born Nov. 25, 1953, in Youngstown, a son of Steve and Mary (Koval) Sweetko....

Nov 26, 2023

Paul S. Graban, 71

Poland… Paul S. Graban, 71, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Healthcare Center in Boardman.

Paul was born March 8, 1952, in Youngstown, the son of Michael A. Graban and Stella Kurtiak.  Growing up he was a member of St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church in Campbell,...

Nov 23, 2023

Irene M. Moylan, 87

Campbell… Irene M. Molan, 87, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023, at her daughter's home in Cherryville, North Carolina.

Irene was born May 27, 1936, in Campbell, the daughter of Michael C. Koutsourais and Evdoxia Kasaris.

She was a 1954 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School.  Outside of living...

Nov 19, 2023

Juan Garcia, 87

Campbell… Juan Garcia, 87, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2023, at his daughter's home with his family by his side.

Juan was born January 14, 1936, in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, the son of Raymond Garcia and Theresa Perez.  He lived in New York City for many years before settling in Campbell.

Nov 18, 2023

John W. Zackasee, 77

Youngstown…John W. Zackasee, 77, entered eternal rest on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at home surrounded by a family who loved him dearly.

Born on May 3, 1946, in Youngstown, Ohio to John and Helen Zackasee (Sotlar), John was a graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, earned a Bachelor of Science from...

Nov 11, 2023

Jose A. Mercado – Lugo, 73

YOUNGSTOWN… Jose A. Mercado – Lugo, age 73 passed away peacefully on Saturday morning November 11, 2023 at Park Vista in Youngstown. He was born on December 9, 1949 in Sabana Grande, Puerto Rico and was a son of Victor Mercado and Eufemia Lugo.

Jose came to the area...

Nov 3, 2023

STREETSBORO… Lucy Marie Ricciardi Bedenik, 75, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023. Lucy was born on December 9, 1947, in Toro, Campobasso, Italy. She came to the United States in May 1958.

Lucy was a graduate of Memorial High School class of 1966. She attended Lewis Weinberger & Hill Beauty Academy in Youngstown. She worked for...

Nov 2, 2023

Angel Luis Sanchez, 77

Campbell… Angel Luis Sanchez, 77, passed away on Thursday, November, 2, 2023, at Hampton Woods Nursing Home surrounded by his family.

Angel was born October 1, 1946, in Maunabo, Puerto Rico, the son of Ceferino Sanchez and Juana Ortiz.

He arrived in Connecticut in 1964 from Puerto Rico, then...

Oct 29, 2023

Rosa Garcia, 91

Youngstown… Rosa Garcia, 91, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023, at Greenbriar Nursing Home in Boardman.

Rosa was born June 30, 1932, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico.  She lived and worked in New York City for several years before settling in the Youngstown.  She worked at Weatherbee Coat Factory, then was a...

Oct 28, 2023

Vincent Blazic, 94

Campbell… Vincent Blazic, 94, who passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Heritage Manor was born November 17, 1928, in Youngstown, the son of Vinko and Amelia "Luba" Blazic.

Vince graduated from Campbell Memorial High School in 1947.  He entered the Navy after high school, and was stationed on the U.S. Carriers...

Oct 27, 2023

Mary D. Nocera, 79

Lowellville… Mary D. Nocera, 79, passed away at her home on Friday, October 29, 2023.

Mary was born April 13, 1944, in Youngstown, the daughter of John and Mary (Borish) Zetts.  She was a 1962 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and a lifelong area resident.

Mary will be...

Oct 26, 2023

S am Felde, 92

Campbell…Sam Felde, 92, of Campbell, passed away Thursday Oct. 26, 2023, surrounded by his family at Caprice Senior Care Facility in North Lima.

Sam was born June 28, 1931, the son of Antonio and Josephine Pilla Felde and lived on the East Side of Youngstown. He and his beloved wife, Carmela...

Oct 23, 2023

Mary Frances "Fran" Rish, 83

Coitsville… Mary Frances "Fran" Rish, 83, passed away Monday, October 23, 2023, at Masternick Memorial Healthcare Center in New Middletown.

Fran was born October 1, 1940, in Youngstown, the daughter of Steve and Frances (Hlebovy) Olenick.  She was a 1958 graduate of Struthers High School and then attended YSU. While...

Oct 21, 2023

Thomas E. Schlosser, 58

Canfield… Thomas E. Schlosser, 58, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023.

Tom was born on November 7, 1964, in Youngstown, the son of Rudolph R.I. and Betty J. (Pavliga) Schlosser.  He was a 1983 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and a lifelong area resident.

He worked as...

Oct 21, 2023

Campbell…There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday October 25, 2023 at 10am at St. Angela Merici Parish, Youngstown, with Fr. Tom Kraszewski and the Very Reverend Msgr. John  Zuraw concelebrating . A 9:15 am prayer service will precede at the Wasko Funeral Home, for Edward Francis Lewis, 95, who passed away peacefully at his home with...

Oct 19, 2023

Linda M. Lomen, 74

Campbell…Linda M. Lomen, 74, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Hospice House.

Linda was born April 15, 1949, in Youngstown, the daughter of Joseph Pavlick and Rae Corbett.  She was a 1967 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School and went on to attend Choffin Career and Technical Center,...

Oct 15, 2023

CAROL STREAM, ILL … Patsy J. Villano departed this world peacefully on October 15th, 2023, at the age of 90. Born in Youngstown, Ohio on June 29th, 1933, to Tony and Mary (Veres) Villano, Patsy's formative years were spent with his six siblings on Youngstown's east side. Later, his family relocated to Hubbard, where he graduated from Hubbard High...

Oct 15, 2023

Thomas E. Wasko, 67

Struthers…Thomas E. Wasko, 67, passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2023, at Select Specialty Hospital in Youngstown, with his family and wife by his side.

Tom was born July 13, 1956, in Youngstown, the son of Thomas and Mary (Kotis) Wasko.  He was a 1974 graduate of Wilson High School.  Following...

Oct 14, 2023

Paula M. Angelo, 68

New Middletown, Ohio- Paula M. Angelo, 68, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, October 14, 2023 surrounded by her family.

She was born June 27th, 1955 in Youngstown, Ohio to Paul and Mary Drahuschak. She grew up on the South Side Youngstown, Ohio (Lansingville area).

Paula attended Woodrow Wilson High School...