All Obituaries

Carmel Carson, 98, of Girard, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 13, 2023 at Hospice House in Poland. Carmel was born November 16, 1924 in Girard, Ohio, a daughter to the late Joseph and Anna (Colucci) Carson. She was a medical administrative assistant for Dr. Zeller and Dr. Enyeart for over 40 years.  Carmel was a lifelong parishioner of St. Rose Church in Girard and enjoyed volunteering her time at the church.   Carmel enjoyed visiting the beaches of Florida,...

Mary Ann DeSantis, 99, of Liberty Twp., passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023 at Liberty Health Care Center. Mary Ann was born February 25, 1924 in Newton Falls, Ohio, the daughter of Louis and Anna Sharec.  Mary Ann had worked at the Ravenna Arsenal during WWII, but for most of her life she was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a previous member of First Assembly of God Church in Hubbard. Mary Ann enjoyed cooking, canning and gardening. Her time spent with her...

Barbara J. Johnson, 77, of Girard, passed away on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Canfield Health Care Center. Barbara was born January 17, 1946 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Wilson and Frances (Ridel) Reesman. She received a Bachelor's Degree in Education from Youngstown State University in 1969. Barbara had worked for the Girard City School System for 25 years as a teacher and later for Family Dollar, in Niles, as an assistant manager. Barbara was a member of First United Methodist...

Margie Jobe, 102, of Liberty Twp., passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at The Legacy Assisted Living in Farmdale, Ohio. Margie was born December 15, 1920 in Webster, Pennsylvania the daughter of Robert and Jane (Johns) Little. She had previously worked for JC Penney's in the office for 16 years. Margie was a devout member of Church Hill United Methodist Church and for many years helped with luncheons and dinners and was a member of the United Methodist Women. Margie...

Robert M. Rodway, 59, of Warren, passed away Wednesday March 1, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Robert was born June 4, 1963, in Youngstown, Ohio the son of Don and Margaret “Peg” (Case) Rodway. Robert was a 1982 graduate of Liberty High School and attended YSU. He worked various jobs at Giant Eagle, Youngstown Playhouse, Hill's and Rodway's Flowers. Robert was an avid lover of the arts, and as a co-director of the Orbit Heaven Puppet Team for nearly 12...

Gary Cochran, 76, of McDonald, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital following a period of declining health. Gary was born July 24, 1946 in Clarksburg, WV, a son to the late Otis and Vera Cochran. In 1966 Gary started working for General Motors Lordstown and retired in 2000. He was a member of Tallmadge Church of Christ. Gary enjoyed taking wrecked cars and fixing and selling them. Gary was an easygoing person who was known as a "gentle giant". Gary...

Albert M. Saare, 103, of Liberty Twp., passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at his residence. Albert was born May 12, 1919 in Girard, Ohio the son of Victor M. and Hanna (Pakka) Saare. Albert served his country during WWII in the Army Medical Corp. and had fought in the battle at Normandy. After the service he worked most of his life for US Steel McDonald Works until retiring in 1983. He had been an active member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, singing in the choir...

Samuel Finelli, 64, of Girard, entered into rest on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 in the comfort of his home surrounded by the love of his family. Samuel was born May 19, 1958 in Youngstown, OH, a son to the late Pat and Mary (Fiordelise) Finelli. He was a 1976 graduate of Ursuline High School and received his bachelor's degree from Youngstown State University. Samuel had worked for Gateways to Better Living and  owned and operated PF Landcorp.  Samuel was a devoted husband and...

Terri L. Donahue, 72, of Warren, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 at Liberty Health Care Center following a brief illness. Terri was born May 8, 1950 in Warren, Ohio the daughter of Woodrow and Ann (Pastore) Williams. She was a 1968 high school graduate of Warren Western Reserve. Terri had worked for Packard Electric for 30 years, retiring in 1999. Terri had a great love for animals especially cats. She will be missed greatly by her son, Joseph "Michelle"...

  Yolanda "Yoli" Morano Sherman, 88, passed peacefully away at the home of her nephew, February 10, 2023, where she resided for the past three years. She was born February 17, 1934, in Girard, Ohio, the daughter of the late James and Yolanda (Bernard) Morano.  She was a 1951 graduate of Girard High School, attended Youngstown College.  She taught math at North High in Youngstown before moving on to teach at Beaver Country Day School in Boston and then at The Spence...