obituaries

Jan 21, 2020

Elaine Helen Zenn, 91

Poland… Elaine Helen Zenn, 91, born August 7, 1928, in Grand Rapids Michigan, went home to be with the Lord Jesus, on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2020.  She was surrounded by her beloved children, proudly singing Amazing Grace (off key).

Elaine was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, her...

Jan 20, 2020

Andrew L. Zecher, 72

Youngstown…Private family services were held for Andrew L. Zecher, who passed away Monday, January 20, 2020, at Oasis Center for Rehabilitation.

Andrew was born December 27, 1947, in Hawaii, the son of Alvin and Geraldine Kersten Zecher.

He attended Struthers High School.

Andrew worked for Vivo Iron...

Jan 15, 2020

Margaret Hanuschak, 94

Girard, Pa…Private family services were held for Margaret Hanuschak, 94, formerly of Campbell, who passed away Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020.

Margaret was born December 26, 1925, in Star Junction, Pa., the daughter of George and Sophia Melikant Hanuschak

She was a 1944 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School.

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Jan 14, 2020

Jerry Tekac, 77

Youngstown…Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 17, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. at the Wasko Funeral Home, with Rev. Michael Swierz officiating, for Jerry Tekac, who passed away Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at his home.

Jerry was born June 6, 1942, in Youngstown, the son of John and Sue Schrieber Tekac.  He...

Jan 5, 2020

Luis A. Olivera, 70

Campbell…Funeral services will be held Monday, Jan. 13, 2020 at 11:00 a.m., at the Wasko Funeral Home in Campbell, with Deacon John Rentas officiating, for Luis A. Olivera, 70, who passed away Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, at home.

Luis was born June 9, 1949, in San German, Puerto Rico, the son...

Jan 3, 2020

Anna Speridakis Frangopoulos, 88

Campbell...Anna Speridakis Frangopoulos, 88 fell asleep in the Lord on Friday, January 3, 2020.

Anna was born on June 22, 1931 in New York City.  Her parents, Anargiros and Angeliki Speridakis immigrated from Kalamata, Greece to build a better life in the United States. During her younger years, the family lived...

Dec 30, 2019

Louise A. Matzye, 83

Warren…Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 4, 2020, at 12:00 p.m. at the Wasko Funeral Home, for Louise A. Matzye, 83, who passed away Monday, Dec. 30, 2019, at Shepherd of the Valley in Howland.

Louise was born April 13, 1936, in Campbell, the daughter of Louis and Jennie Cimino...

Dec 28, 2019

Dr. Betty Ann Topolosky, 66

New Castle…Dr. Betty Ann Topolosky, 66, was born August 26,1953 and died on December 28, 2019 at Edison Manor in New Castle, Pa where she resided for the last few years.

She graduated from Wilmington Area High School in 1971.

Betty Ann received an A.A. from the Art...

Dec 24, 2019

Victoria Alexandrides, 83

Campbell………Victoria Alexandrides, 83 of Campbell, passed away Dec. 24th 2019, at Masternick Memorial.

Victoria was born Dec. 14, 1936 in Romania, the daughter of John and Jennie Sacui Pariza.

She was a member of the church and worked as a seamstress at Masters Tuxedo until her retirement.

Victoria...

Dec 23, 2019

Ann M. Duca, 88

Campbell…A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, Dec. 27, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Christ the Good Shepherd Parish at St. John Catholic Church, with Rev. Michael Swierz officiating, for Ann M. Duca, 88, who passed away early Monday, Dec. 23, 2019.

Born July 15, 1931 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania,...

Dec 17, 2019

Elmer John Gayetsky, 95

Campbell………….Elmer John Gayetsky of Campbell, passed away peacefully on December 17th, two days after celebrating his 95th birthday with his family by his side.

Elmer was born December 15, 1924 to Michael and Katherine (Jancar) Gayetsky, and raised in Campbell with his three siblings, Matilda (Steve) Pipoly, Virginia (Joe) Kovach, and...

Dec 16, 2019

Kenneth J. Toth, 65

Mineral Ridge…. Kenneth J. Toth, 65, passed away Monday, Dec. 16th.

Ken was born Feb. 19, 1954 in Youngstown, the son of Stephen and Helen Hudak Toth.

He was a graduate of Ursuline High School and went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force, and...

Dec 13, 2019

Walter James "Punkin" Jackson, 73

Youngstown…Funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 27, 2019, at 6;00 p.m. at the Wasko Funeral Home, with Chaplain Becky Hudak officiating, for Walter James "Punkin" Jackson, 73, who passed away Friday, Dec. 13th at his home with his family by his side.

Walter was born April 8, 1946, in...

Dec 4, 2019

Campbell…Funeral services will be held Saturday, Dec. 14, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at the Wasko Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at Christ the Good Shepherd parish at St. Lucy Catholic Church, with the Very Rev. Msgr. Peter Polando officiating, for Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Sferra, 86, who passed away peacefully on December 4,...

Dec 4, 2019

Ellen I. Moore, 70

Lowellville……….Funeral services will be held at 2:00pm, Sunday afternoon, Dec. 8th, at the Wasko Funeral Home in Campbell, with Pastor Justin Burnette officiating, for Ellen I. Moore, 70, who passed away Wednesday, Dec. 4th, at home, with her loving family by her side.

Ellen was born Sept. 24, 1949, in York,...

Nov 30, 2019

Virginia T. Chiarello, 90

POLAND… Prayers will be held at 9:15 am on Friday, December 6, 2019 in the Wasko Funeral Home, followed by a 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church in Hubbard, with the Rev. Michael Swierz officiating, for Virginia T. Chiarello, 90, who passed away Saturday evening November 30,...

Nov 25, 2019

Jeffrey A. Peshek, 56

Austintown…Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. at the Wasko Funeral Home, with Fr. Stephen Popovich officiating for Jeffrey A. Peshek, 56, who passed away at home on Monday, Nov. 25th, surrounded by his loving family.

Jeffrey was born May 21, 1963, in Mentor, the son...

Nov 17, 2019

Mildred "Millie" Louise Crnarich, 87

Willowick………. Mildred "Millie" Louise Crnarich, 87, formerly of Poland, passed away early Sunday morning November 17, 2019, at home in Willowick, with her loving family by her side. She made her home with her daughter, Debbie, and granddaughter, Kristi, for the past 4 years.

Millie was born September 21, 1932...

Nov 8, 2019

Hope A. "Hopie" Melnik 66

CAMPBELL… There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at 6pm Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church in Hubbard, with Fr. Michael Swierz officiating for Hope A. "Hopie" Melnik who passed away early Friday morning.

Hope was born March 22, 1953 in Youngstown, the daughter of...

Nov 7, 2019

Geraldine M Zinghini, 89

Poland…Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019, at 12:30 p.m. at the Wasko Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. at Christ the Good Shepherd Parish at St. Lucy Catholic Church, with the Very Rev. Msgr. Peter Polando officiating, for Geraldine M. Zinghini, 89, who passed...