obituaries

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...

Jun 20, 2025

Panagiotis G. "Pete" Stamos

CAMPBELL… Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon on Saturday June 28, 2025 at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, Youngstown, with Fr. Joseph DiStefano officiating, for Panagiotis G. "Pete" Stamos; age 67, who passed away peacefully on Friday June 20, 2025 surrounded by his family at Hospice House in Poland.

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Jun 10, 2025

Richard A. Cantanzriti, 92

CAMPBELL…Richard Anthony Cantanzriti, 92, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday morning, June 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Rich was born on February 19, 1933, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Dominic and Mary (Philipone) Cantanzriti. He was a resident of the West Side of Youngstown until 1961, when...

Jun 9, 2025

William J. "Gus" Schrieber, 94

CAMPBELL…William J. "Gus"  Schrieber, 94  passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family on Monday, June 9, 2025.

Gus was born November 23, 1930 in Campbell, Ohio, a son of John and Mary (Krajnak) Schrieber.

He was a 1949 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and Campbell...

Jun 8, 2025

Raymond Keith Butler Jr., 28

YOUNGSTOWN…Raymond Keith Butler Jr., 28 was born to Raymond Keith Butler Sr. and Elena Solis on August 29, 1996. He departed this earthly life unexpectedly on Sunday, June 8, 2025.

Raymond was a graduate of Campbell Memorial High School. He worked in housekeeping at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital in...

Jun 8, 2025

Attorney Martin S. Goldberg, 100

POLAND…Attorney Martin S. Goldberg passed away on June 8, 2025, at The Inn at Poland Way in Poland, Ohio.

Martin was born on July 11, 1924, in Youngstown, Ohio to George Goldberg and Bee Walker. Martin spent his childhood in Youngstown, Ohio and in Manhattan in New York City, New...

Jun 2, 2025

Elaine "Penny" Moskosky, 86

COLUMBUS…Elaine "Penny" Moskosky, 86, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025 at her care facility in Columbus, Ohio, having spent her last week together with her family.

Penny was born in Youngstown on January 29, 1939 to Peter and Mary Catherine "Sis" (Skelley) Misko, and resided in Campbell for over 80...

Jun 1, 2025

Anne S. Zuzga, 96

CAMPBELL…Anne S. Zuzga, 96 passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family at Hampton Woods in Poland on Sunday, June 1, 2025.

Anne was born April 7, 1929 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Steve and Victoria (Pavel) Bougoukas.

She was a 1947 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School....

May 31, 2025

F. Anthony Fontes, 78

CAMPBELL…On Saturday, May 31st, F. Anthony Fontes, fondly known by family and friends as Sonny, Tony or Papa passed away peacefully with his family surrounding him.

Tony was born July 20, 1946 to Antonio V. and M. Antoinette Fontes. He grew up in Campbell where he was an altar boy, played...