Obituaries
Katherine "Katie" E. Sokol
Jun 26, 2025
Katherine "Katie" E. Sokol, 35, of Austintown, Ohio, died on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at her home.
Katie was born June 4, 1990 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Charles and Dana (Ross) Riley.
Katie was a 2009 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. She loved raising her sons, and was always willing to baby-sit children. Katie loved experimenting with her makeup,...
Vincent D. Cordy
Jun 26, 2025
Vincent D. Cordy Jr. "Big Papa", of Vienna, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio.
Vince was born March 29, 1942 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Vincent D. and Nicolena (Pascarella) Cordy Sr.
Vince was a self-employed man, working at various jobs throughout his lifetime.
He was a member of St. Rose Church in Girard.
Vince...
Pete J. Pizzulo
Jun 21, 2025
Peter J. Pizzulo, 63, of Cortland, passed away on Saturday, June 21st, 2025, in New York.
Peter was born on June 4th, 1962, the only child to Martha and Peter F. Pizzulo. And although Pete was an only child, his extended family of cousins were like brothers and sisters to him, and they shared a lifelong bond of love.
After graduating from...
Barbara J. McCumber
Jun 15, 2025
Barbara J. McCumber, 68, of Cortland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Boardman after an unexpected illness.
Barbara was born on August 18, 1956, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Gordon and Marjorie (Knuth) Hopes.
Barbara's educational journey began at Liberty High School, from which she graduated in 1974. She continued her studies...
Donald Rotar Sr.
Jun 12, 2025
Donald Rotar Sr., 96, formerly of Girard, Ohio, died on June 12, 2025, at Masternick Memorial Nursing Home.
The youngest of 10 children, Don was born on Oct. 4, 1928 in Youngstown, Ohio, to Alexander and Josephine Rotar, who immigrated to the US from Romania in the early 1900s.
He graduated from Scienceville High School (Later Youngstown North High School) in 1946.
Donald...
Linda Darlene Tucker
Jun 11, 2025
Linda Darlene Tucker, 75, of Cortland, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic.
Linda was born on February 17, 1950, to Samuel and Anita (Dutton) Summers in Fowler, Ohio.
She graduated from Mathews High School in 1968, and went on to Trumbull Memorial Nursing school, where she received her Registered Nurse license and began her career. She...
Katherine "Smitty" Richards
Jun 9, 2025
Katherine Ann Richards, "Smitty," 66, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025 in the comfort of her home.
Katherine was born August 20, 1958 in Girard, Ohio, a daughter to Michael and Mary Ann (Stellato) Richards.
She was a 1977 graduate of Ursuline High School.
Katherine had worked at St. Elizabeth Hospital in the kitchen for over 30 years.
She was...
Mary Buck
Jun 9, 2025
Mary Buck, 67, of Hubbard, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Austintown Healthcare.
Mary was born October 11, 1957, in Circleville, Ohio, a daughter to the late Oscar and Margaret (Taylor) Buck.
She was a 1978 graduate of Warren G. Harding High school. After graduation she attended ITT Technical School where she received her associate degree in Secretarial.
Mary worked...
Donna McWilliams
Jun 6, 2025
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. Acknowledge Him in all ways and He shall direct thy path.”
Donna McWilliams, 97, departed this life on Friday, June 6, 2025.
She was born May 19, 1928, the daughter of Ivan E. Creed and Emma Louise Adaway of Vienna, Ohio, and had been a resident of...
Evelyn Myers
Jun 3, 2025
Evelyn Myers, 88, of Girard, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.
Evelyn was born September 9, 1936 in Salem, Ohio, the daughter of James Wright and Eula Wright (Floyd Hoffman).
She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Girard. She enjoyed going to the Multi-Generational Center, shopping, socializing with her friends, and was...
Gladys Aho Kraynak
Jun 2, 2025
Gladys (Aho) Kraynak, 79, of Poland, Ohio, passed away on Monday, June 2nd, 2025 at St. Mary's Alzheimer's Center in Columbiana, Ohio. She was the Chief Financial Officer and secretary for Kraynak Roofing until her retirement in 2007.
Gladys was born on September 27, 1945, in Youngstown, Ohio, the youngest child of Eric Aho and Lempi Saare. She grew up in...
Marjorie L. Hunkus
Jun 1, 2025
Marjorie A. Hunkus, 90, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at Liberty Health Care.
She was born June 20, 1934 in Girard, Ohio, the daughter of Ralph and Margaret (Williams) Brock. She had worked for Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Austintown Ambulatory Outpatient Surgical Center. Her life though, was fully devoted...
Leslie W. Thomas
May 30, 2025
Leslie W. Thomas, 92, of Liberty, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 30th, 2025, at the Liberty Health Care Center.
Leslie was Born on February 15th, 1933, in Liberty Township to Leslie and Trevia (Miller) Thomas.
Leslie, also known as "Les," worked hard at the Local 207 Ironworker's Union to support his family. He was very proud to be an Ironworker, and...
William Kerchak
May 21, 2025
William Kerchak, 76, of Hubbard, passed away at St. Elizabeth Hospital on May 21, 2025.
William, better known to most as Will or Willie, was born November 15, 1948 a son to the late Michael and Mary (Pietra) Kerchak.
A proud veteran of the United States Army, Will served honorably with the 173rd Airborne, a period that shaped his character and instilled...
Kim Lian Chen
May 19, 2025
Kim Lian Chen, 94, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio.
Kim Lian was born on February 9, 1931 in Singapore, a daughter to the late Wong Siew Nghnee and Lum Lin Ho.
Kim Lian pursued her education with determination, receiving her degree in social work and library science from Hong Kong University....
Shirley Hunter
May 15, 2025
Shirley A. Hunter, 90, of Niles, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15th, 2025 at Hospice House in Poland.
Shirley was born March 5, 1935 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Paul and Dorothy (Knight) Patterson.
She had worked for a travel agency and Dr. Richard Ragozzine for many years.
Shirley was a member of First United Methodist Church in Niles, the Girard...
Darlene Sierra
May 12, 2025
Darlene Sierra, 70, of Niles, passed away peacefully at her home on May 12, 2025, with the love of her family by her side.
Darlene was born on August 13, 1954, a daughter to the late George and Gladys (Snyder) Squibbs.
She was a 1972 graduate of Niles High School.
Darlene proudly dedicated 25 years of her life as a bus driver for...
Julia Cohol
May 12, 2025
Julia Cohol, 91, of Liberty Township, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025, at the Elmwood Assisted Living in Hubbard.
Julia was born on April 29, 1934, in Girard, Ohio, a daughter to the late Stephen and Elizabeth (Makar) Petkovich.
Julia was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Girard and she and her late husband, Frank, were one of the first...
Crayton Wandle Lee Jr.
May 10, 2025
Beloved Husband, Father, Granddad, Great-Granddad, and Friend
Crayton Wandle Lee Jr., 84, of Vienna, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, May 10th, 2025.
Crayton was born on November 24th, 1940, in Wellsville, New York, to Crayton Sr. and Reba Lee. He graduated in 1960 from Brockway High School, where he served as President of the FFA.
Crayton married the love...
Curtis M. Watson
May 7, 2025
Curtis M. Watson, 77, of Uniontown, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Canton.
Curt was born June 16th, 1947 in Youngstown, Ohio, to Barden Watson and Helen (Korean) Watson.
He graduated from Girard High School in 1965, and later obtained his Bachelor's Degree in Business management from Youngstown State University in 1975. Curtis went on to...
