obituaries

Aug 23, 2025

Michael Lebenich III

SAVANNAH…Michael Lebenich III, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025 in Savannah, Georgia from a brief illness with his "people" by his side.

Michael was born September 5, 1947 to the late Mike Jr. and Mary T. (Bestenec) Lebenich.

Michael was raised in Campbell, Ohio and was a 1965 graduate...

Aug 21, 2025

Michael L Wilfong Sr., 61

CAMPBELL…Michael L Wilfong Sr., 61 passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Michael was born August 28, 1963 in Warren, Ohio, a son of Earl William and Mildred Ruth (Smith) Wilfong.

He was a 1981 graduate of Howland High School and...

Aug 17, 2025

Dorothy A. Pedro, 91

YOUNGSTOWN…Dorothy A. Pedro, a beloved grandmother passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the age of 91 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio.

Dorothy was born June 5, 1934 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of John and Helen (Metuoski) Kluska.  She spent her early years in Youngstown, where...

Aug 16, 2025

Konstantinos "Gus" Patris, 85

CAMPBELL… Konstantinos "Gus" Patris passed peacefully at his home on Saturday Aug 16.

Gus was born in Kalymnos Greece April 11, 1940 and was a son of the late Vasilios and Christofelena (Pizani) Patris. He grew up with 2 Sisters and 3 brothers.

Gus learned the trade of being...

Aug 14, 2025

Diane L.Varady, 64

CAMPBELL…Diane L. Varady, 64, affectionately known as "Bum", passed away peacefully , surrounded by her family at Hospice House in Poland on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Diane was born July 27, 1961 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Ernest and Doris (Domanich) Varady.

Diane was a 1979 graduate of Campbell...

Aug 13, 2025

Ralph W. Valerio, 61

WILLOWICK…Ralph W. Valerio, 61 passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family and friends on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.

Ralph was born November 2, 1963 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Ralph J. and Marlene (Madura) Valerio.

He was a 1982 graduate and valedictorian of Campbell Memorial...

Aug 10, 2025

Irene R. Nicola, 90

Boardman…Irene R. Nicola, 90 passed away peacefully at The Inn at Old Saybrook in Columbiana on Sunday, August 10, 2025.

Irene was born April 17, 1935 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Michael and Rose (Seveyka) Devine.

She was a 1953 graduate of East High School.

Irene...

Aug 5, 2025

Patricia A. Tirpack, 82

CAMPBELL…Patricia A. Tirpack, 82 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at home on Monday, August 5, 2025.

Patricia was born August 6, 1942 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of John A. and Mary I. (Trill) Olexa.

She was a 1960 graduate of Ursuline High School.

Patricia...

Jul 31, 2025

Stavros M. Poullas, 93

CAMPBELL…Stavros M. Poullas, 93, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

Stavros was born March 25, 1932 in Kalymnos, Greece, a son of Michael and Kalotina (Hazimahlis) Poullas.

He came to the U.S. when he was 18 and was a graduate of Campbell Memorial High...

Jul 28, 2025

Ann M. Swierz, 100

CAMPBELL…Ann M. Swierz, 100 passed away peacefully on Monday, July 28, 2025.

Ann was born December 30, 1924 in Campbell, Ohio, a daughter of Joseph and Sophia (Barilla) Kubus.

Ann married her husband, John Swierz on August 4, 1956 and they shared 30 years of marriage until his passing...

Jul 24, 2025

Mark Richard Julian, 63

YOUNGSTOWN…Mark Richard Julian, 63 passed away at his home on Thursday, July 24, 2025.

Mark was born April 1, 1962, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Carmen and Loretta (Yurkovich) Julian.

Mark graduated from Ursuline High School in 1980, after graduation he moved to Florida where he resided in...

Jul 23, 2025

Joseph E. Blasko, 91

CAMPBELL…Joseph E. Blasko, 91, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio.

Joseph was born March 11, 1934, in Campbell, Ohio, a son of Jacob and Anna (Cifrik) Blasko.

Joseph was a 1951 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School....

Jul 21, 2025

Michael N. Turko, 88

PULASKI…Michael N. Turko, 88 passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, 2025 at Masternick Memorial Health Care Center in New Middletown Ohio.

Born October 7, 1936 in Fair Oaks, Pennsylvania, Michael was a son of John and Mary (Wolsonovich) Turko. He was a 1954 graduate of East High School, where he...

Jul 19, 2025

Caroline M. Vodhanel, 59

CAMPBELL…Caroline M. Vodhanel, 59 passed away unexpectedly on Saturday July 19, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.

Caroline was born December 13, 1965 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Edward and Geraldine (Kachmer) Vodhanel.

She was a 1984 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and Mahoning Co. Joint...

Jul 13, 2025

Pablo Santiago Jr., 64

CAMPBELL…Pablo Santiago Jr., 64 passed away Sunday, July 13, 2025 at St Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.

Pablo was born June 22, 1961 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of Pablo Santiago Sr. and Monserrate Feliciano.

Pablo graduated from High School in Salinas, Puerto Rico. He resided in Puerto Rico from...

Jul 11, 2025

Clinton T. Van Kirk, 49

POLAND…With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Clinton "Clint" T. Van Kirk, 49, of Poland, Ohio, formerly of New Waterford. Clint passed away on July 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and lasting memories. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, a cherished grandfather, and a beloved...

Jul 11, 2025

James J. Vargo, 90

CAMPBELL - James J. Vargo, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, surrounded by Family.  James was born April 4, 1935, in Campbell, Ohio, the son of Gabor and Elizabeth Vargo.

James was a 1953 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and attended both Youngstown State University and San...

Jul 11, 2025

Jenny Melnik, 75

CAMPBELL…Jenny Melnik, 75 passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025 at Liberty Health  Care in Youngstown, Ohio.

Jenny was born September 11, 1949 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Stanley and Elizabeth (Racz) Melnik.

She was a 1967 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School.

Jenny was a...

Jun 27, 2025

Eufemia Esparra, 89

CAMPBELL…Eufemia "Nin" Esparra, 89, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, June 27, 2025.

Nin was born March 20, 1936, in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico, to parents Manuel Vasquez and Rosa Agosto, and was one of 18 children.  She married the love of her life, Porfirio "Fiyo" Esparra, on January 9,...

Jun 26, 2025

Helen Colaluca, 93

YOUNGSTOWN…Helen Colaluca, 93 passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman.

Helen was born December 13, 1931 in Youngstown, Ohio. She was the daughter of Andrew and Catherine ( Bakos) Harvischak.

She was a 1950 graduate of Campbell Memorial...