obituaries

Jan 14, 2023

Chris Sarigianopoulos, 92

Campbell…Chris Sarigianopoulos, 92, of Campbell, passed away on January 14, 2023.

Chris was born on December 23, 1930 in Agrínion, Greece and moved to the United States in 1961. He was a loving and devoted husband to Irene, father, grandfather, and brother. He took pride in loving his family and working as...

Jan 9, 2023

Hazel Ruth Barrett, 91

Austintown…Hazel Ruth Barrett, 91, passed away peacefully at home January 9, 2023.

Born in Campbell September 13, 1931, she was the fourth child of Dan and Mary Volchko.

She was a proud Campbell Memorial High School graduate, class of 1948, a group that will celebrate their 75th reunion this...

Jan 9, 2023

Debra Georgiadis "Debbie", 71

Campbell… Debra Georgiadis 'Debbie", 71, passed away Monday, January 9, 2023, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, with her family by her side.

Debbie was born December 30, 1951, in Youngstown, the daughter of Emerick and Mary Jane Griffiths DiCioccio.  She graduated from Struthers High School in 1967 and attended YSU...

Jan 9, 2023

Anita A. Vogrin, 96

BOARDMAN -- Anita A. Vogrin, 96, passed away in her sleep shortly after noon, Monday, Jan. 9, 2023, after a short battle with cancer.

For the past several months, she was convalescing at Greenbriar Nursing Home, after a full life as wife, mother and daughter. Her love of life was John...

Jan 8, 2023

Ronald J. Yaksich, 81

Youngstown…Ronald J. Yaksich, 81, formerly of Campbell, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on January 8, 2023.

Ronnie was born June 22, 1941 in Youngtown, to the late Joseph and Florence (Smith) Yaksich.  He attended Campbell Memorial High School.

Ronnie was preceded in death by his wife of...

Jan 5, 2023

EDWARD J. HANKEY, 60

POLAND… Edward J. Hankey age 60, passed away suddenly Thursday, January 5, 2023.

Edward was born on August 23, 1962 in Passaic, New Jersey, the son of Edward E. and Helen J. (Kijowski) Hankey. Edward was a 1980 graduate from Campbell Memorial High School. He graduated in 1986 from the University...

Jan 3, 2023

T racy Ratliff Gearhart, 47

Austintown… Tracy Ratliff Gearhart, 47, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023.

Tracy was born October 15, 1975, in Youngstown, the daughter of John Ratliff and Bernice Bieganowski.  She was a 1994 graduate of Canfield High School and a lifelong area resident.

She worked as a florist for the...

Dec 31, 2022

John R Galbraith Jr., 71

Canfield… John R Galbraith Jr., 71, passed away peacefully at home, December 31, 2022, surrounded by his loving family.

John was born November 10, 1951, in Youngstown, the son of John Richard Galbraith and Mary Theresa Leonard.  He was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School ("71") and also attended...

Dec 31, 2022

Frank John Consiglio, 29

Youngstown… Frank John Consiglio, 29, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Hospital with his family by his side.

Frank was born January 25, 1993, in Youngstown, the son of Frank Consiglio and Irene Maillis.  He was a 2011 graduate of Canfield High School and a lifelong area resident....

Dec 28, 2022

Pauline "Tootsie" Rivera, 87

Campbell… Pauline "Tootsie" Rivera, 87, passed away Wednesday morning, December 28, 2022, at Briarfield Place, with her loving family by her side.

"Tootsie", as she was affectionately known by all who knew and loved her, was born July 22, 1935, in Campbell, the daughter of Ralph and Regina Thomas Centofanti.  She...

Dec 25, 2022

Stamati Nicholas Samonas, 13 months

Poland – The world lost the most special little boy, Stamati Nicholas Samonas, 13 months, who passed away Christmas Day with his loving family by his side.

He was born November 1, 2021 in Cincinnati, the son of Nicholas Samonas and Alexandra Petrelis Samonas. He was full of joy, laughter...

Dec 24, 2022

EDWARD T. WACHT, 63

STRUTHERS… Funeral Services will be held at 6PM on Friday December 30, 2022 at the Wasko Funeral Home in Campbell, for Edward T. Wacht, age 63, who passed away on Saturday December 24, 2022 at his home with his family at his side.

Ed was born March 9, 1959 in Youngstown,...

Dec 19, 2022

Jeffery Thomas Gomori, 75

Poland…With a heavy heart, the family of Jeffery Thomas Gomori, 75, announce his passing on December 19, 2022.

Jeff was born May 27, 1947, in Youngstown.  He graduated from Liberty High School and attended Youngstown State University.  He was a veteran, serving in both the Army and the National Guard.  Post...

Dec 18, 2022

NICHOLAS L. PANNUNZIO JR., 91

HUBBARD… A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church Parish Center in Hubbard with Rev. Michael Swierz officiating for Nicholas L. Pannunzio Jr., age 91, who passed away on Sunday, December 18, 2022 with his family at his...

Dec 14, 2022

Thomas J. Zugcic, 75

Campbell…Thomas J. Zugcic 'Tom", 75, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, at his home.

Tom was born Oct. 3, 1947, in Youngstown, the son of Peter and Ann Kovacic Zugcic.  He was a 1965 graduate of Ursuline High School and attended the YSU Dana School of Music.  Having a love for...

Dec 14, 2022

Robert (Bob) Loboy, Sr, 81

Campbell…Robert (Bob) Loboy, Sr., 81, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022.

He was born on February 15 1941, the son of Michael "Smokey" Loboy and Stella (Swierz) Loboy.

Bob attended Campbell Memorial, graduating in 1959.  He was a Red Devil fan, and a fan of the Cleveland...

Dec 11, 2022

Albert E. Rivalsky, 88

YOUNGSTOWN – Albert E. Rivalsky, 88, died peacefully on Sunday, December 11, 2022 at Heritage Manor Nursing Home.

Mr. Rivalsky was born June 10, 1934 in Struthers, Ohio, a son of John and Mary (Yuhas) Rivalsky. He was raised in Struthers with his twin brother Charles and 8 other siblings, one...

Dec 7, 2022

Mildred "Millie" Valentino, 92

Campbell…. Mildred "Millie" Valentino, 92, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022, at Masternick Memorial in New Middletown, with her family by her side.

Millie was born September 10, 1930, in Campbell, the daughter of Peter Poulos and Inez Wright.  She was a 1948 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and a...

Dec 6, 2022

Faneromeni "Fannie" Diamandis, 74

Campbell… Faneromeni "Fannie" Diamandis, 74, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Hospital with her family by her side.

Fannie was born Jan. 3, 1948, in Kalymnos, Greece, the daughter of Pantelis and Irini (Gialamas) Kiousis.  She came to the United States at the age of 18, met and...

Dec 5, 2022

MICHAEL C. SIRAK

Campbell…Michael C. Sirak had a peaceful transition to be with the Lord on Monday, December 5, 2022.

A life-long resident of Campbell, OH, Michael graduated from Campbell Memorial High School in 1972 and also attended Youngstown State University.

Michael was a professional musician, songwriter and guitarist.  He had a passion...