All Obituaries

Helen H. Naddeo, 93, of Girard, passed away Monday, February 24, 2020 at Liberty Health Care. Helen was born December 9, 1926 in Niles, the daughter of the late Michael and Fanny (Lasicha) Hodak. Helen was a graduate of McDonald High School. She had worked for Hanley's Restaurant in Marathon, Florida as a hostess and later worked at Niles City Schools in the office. Helen leaves to cherish her memory her sister, Katherine Lininger of Georgia, along with many loving nieces and nephews....

Phillip J. Bellanca Jr., 79, of Palm Springs, California, formerly of Lowellville,  passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020, in Palm Springs. Phillip was born January 12, 1940, in Lowellville, Ohio, the son of Phillip and Clara (Labrie) Bellanca Sr. Philiip was a 1958 graduate of Lowellville High School. He moved to California and worked for McDonnell Douglas Aircraft Co. until retirement. Phillip then moved from Huntington Beach to Palm Springs, California. He enjoyed traveling in his...

Linda G. Howell, 63, of Warren, passed away peacefully, Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge. Linda was born April 18, 1956 in Youngstown the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Valentine) Milligan. Linda enjoyed going camping, having picnics by the water and taking trips to the racino. She is survived by her sisters; Joann K. White and Donna (Larry) Woodworth, and a brother, William (Verna) Milligan. Linda is preceded in death by her daughter, Carey...

Richard E. Stonebraker Sr., 90, of Girard, passed away Monday, February 17, 2020, at Liberty Health Care. Richard was born November 24, 1929 in Altoona, PA the son of the late Harry E. and Helen (Mattingly) Stonebraker. Richard served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After he served he worked for U.S. Steel in McDonald and retired after 44 years. He was a member of Kinsman Conservation Club. Richard enjoyed going hunting and fishing. He leaves to cherish his memory his...

Patricia W. Mushrush, 94, of Girard, passed away Monday, February 10, 2020 at Liberty Health Care. Patricia was born March 18, 1925 in Girard, the daughter of the late William and Anna (Brayer) Blaine. After graduating high school Patricia worked for the Girard News. She then married her high school sweetheart and from then devoted her time to caring for her family. Patricia was a member of St. Rose Church in Girard. She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles but most of all spending time with her...

Mitchell A. Rushwin, 92, of Liberty Twp., passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020, at Liberty Health Care Center. Mitchell was born July 16, 1927, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Thomas and Mabel (Peter) Rushwin. Mitchell served his country in the US Army during WW II. After the serve he worked for Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. and retired at its closing in 1977. He was a member of St. Rose Church. Mitchell and his wife Dorothy, enjoyed bowling and were on several leagues together during his...

Pamela A. Pierce, 75, of Liberty Twp., formerly of Girard, passed away on Tuesday,  February 4, 2020, at Trumbull Memorial Hospital. Pam was born August 10, 1944, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Frederick and Betty (Moore) Ritter. Pam was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She had volunteered for Easter Seals, in Youngstown, for over 37 years, and Meals on Wheels of Trumbull County. Pam loved traveling, with her husband Jim, especially to the beach. She was an excellent cook, a...

Jerry Brown, 54, of Youngstown, Ohio passed away Sunday January 19, 2020 at his residence. Jerry was born August 20, 1965 to Ray and Harriet(Schimel) Brown.He was a member of the Amerian Legion and the founding member of the B.A.D motorcycle run in Ashtabula, Ohio.  He leaves to cherish his memory his sister Renee Drake, brother Ray Brown, a daughter, a grandson, niece Chandelle and nephews Stephen, little Eddie, and Brandon. He is preceded in death by his parents. A public visitation...

Lorraine F. Drennen, 68, of Girard, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020, at Hospice House in Poland. Lorraine was born October 18, 1951, in Niles, Ohio, the daughter of Frank and Edna (Allen) Basciano. She had worked for nearly forty years as an LPN nurse for Trumbull Memorial Hospital, retiring in 2014. Lorraine enjoyed vacations with her family, especially to the beach, camping, bowling and gambling. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Richard J. Drennen, whom she married...

Olga Tatalovich, 96, formerly of Girard, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Park Vista Nursing Care Center. Olga was born September 21, 1923, the daughter of Nicholas and Anna (Milanovich) Metrovich. She was a faithful member of Holy Trinity Serbian Orthodox Church, in Youngstown, where she had been the choir director. Olga had a passion for singing which began in her childhood. She had a beautiful voice which was enjoyed by many. Olga loved singing for the church, the USO,...