Obituaries
Patricia Spisak
Oct 25, 2026
Patricia Spisak, 85, of Girard passed away unexpectedly at her home on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
She was born on April 29, 1941, a daughter to the late William “Quimby” and Sophie (Kulikowsky) Catone.
Patricia was a graduate of Girard High School and went on to attend Trumbull Memorial Nursing School. She was a devoted nurse who extended her care and kindness...
Gerald Santagata
Oct 24, 2026
Gerald Robert Santagata (Jerry), 83, of Girard, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio.
He was born on August 14,1943, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son of the beloved late John and Rose (Marinelli) Santagata.
Jerry built a meaningful career in education and devoted many years to helping young people. He served as a math...
Robert Lott
Oct 22, 2026
Robert Lott passed away on Oct.22,2026 at the age of 95 at Shepherd of the Valley-Howland.
He was born on Sept.19,1931 in Howland, a son of the late Allen and Anna Evelyn Lott. Bob was a 1949 graduate of Howland High School. He enlisted into the Marines and served in the Korean War. After serving, Bob attended the Salem Technical Institute...
Barbara Forand
Oct 21, 2026
Barbara Ann Forand was a loving Mother, a devoted family woman, and a woman whose life was filled with family, love and lots of cherished memories. Though she has passed from this life, the love she gave and the memories she created will live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Barbara was born on November 21st , 1945...
Charles "Bill" Suich Sr.
Oct 21, 2026
Charles “Bill” Suich Sr., 94, of Girard, passed away on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Windsor House in Burton.
He was born on November 27, 1931, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, a son to the late Albert and Paulene Suich.
Bill built a life centered on family, hard work, and the simple pleasures that brought him joy. Alongside his wife, Angela, he purchased the...
George F. Quinn
Oct 18, 2026
George F. Quinn, 76, of Girard, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2026, at his residence, with his family by his side.
George was born December 12, 1949 in Bridgeport, West Virginia, the son of the late James and Geraldine (Repp) Quinn.
George served his country in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He retired after years 30 from Lease Way,...
Melody Cutter
Oct 12, 2026
Melody Cutter, 77, of Girard, passed away at home on October 12, 2026.
Melody was born on April 15, 1949, a daughter to the late Dwight and Paulene (Clinton) Wilkerson.
She was a lifelong Girard resident and graduated from Girard High School, Class of 1967. She later retired from Kings Jewelry, where she completed a career marked by dedication and a love...
Marlene L O'Neill
Oct 11, 2026
Marlene E. O’Neill, 87, of Girard, passed away on Sunday October 11, 2026 at Continuing Health Care, in Mineral Ridge, Ohio.
Marlene was born August 3, 1939 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter of Chester L. and Sophia (Pinter) Allen.
After raising her children, Marlene worked as an assistant manager for Burger King in Howland Twp. In her younger years Marlene enjoyed bowling...
Brian C. "Fuzzy" Colburn
Oct 9, 2026
Brian C. “Fuzzy” Colburn, 62, of Girard, passed away on Friday, October 9, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.
Brian was born June 9, 1964 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of the late Stephen and Sarah Jane (Woomer) Colburn. Brian was a 1983 graduate of Girard High School. He worked for Jet Stream International, in Niles, Ohio, for the past...
Homer Gearhart
Oct 4, 2026
Homer F. “Ford” Gearhart, 77, of Warren, formerly of McDonald, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at the residence of his niece.
Homer was born March 11, 1949 in Warren, Ohio, the son of Frank and Bessie (Irwin) Gearhart.
Homer had served his country faithfully in the U. S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. After the service, he worked...
Stefanie A. Ross
Sep 26, 2026
Stefanie Ross, 81, of Girard, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Hospice House.
She was born on October 8, 1944, in North Jackson, Ohio, a daughter to the late Anthony and Alvena (Costello) Albanese.
She was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Girard. For 35 years, she worked at Packard Electric, giving many years of steady dedication and...
Herman A. "Bud" Weddell
Sep 26, 2026
Herman “Bud” Weddell passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the age of 95.
He was born on August 5, 1931, in Hubbard, Ohio, a son to the late Murry and Margaret (Adams) Weddell.
Bud served his country in the Army during the Korean War.
In his professional life, he worked as a metallurgical engineer for RMI.
Outside of work,...
Sandra Acerra
Sep 25, 2026
Sandra Acerra, 76, of Girard, departed this life on September 25, 2026, at Shepherd of the Valley.
She was born in Youngstown, Ohio, on October 30, 1949, a daughter to Thomas "Jack" and Rose (Booth) Tocco.
Sandra was a proud 1967 graduate of Ursuline High School. She continued her education at the University of Detroit Mercy, where she graduated in 1971 with...
William McKernan
Sep 16, 2026
William “Bill” McKernan, 76, of McDonald, passed away on September 16, 2026, at St. Joseph Hospital.
He was born on May 13, 1950, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to Edward and Jeannette (Beaver) McKernan.
Bill was a 1968 graduate of Girard High School. He went on to devote his working life to the family business, Price Heating and Cooling, where he remained...
Teresa Venzeio
Sep 16, 2026
Teresa Ann Venzeio, 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, September 16th, 2026.
Teresa was born December 11, 1939, to Frank "Peppers" and Mary Rainer Tarantino. On June 3, 1961, she married her childhood sweetheart, Carl Venzeio. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised three wonderful children.
Known by family and friends as an "Angel on Earth,":...
Elizabeth Anne Gawdyda
Sep 15, 2026
Elizabeth Anne Gawdyda was born January 13, 1926, in Somerset, PA, and moved to Youngstown not long after. She passed into eternal rest at the home she loved on September 15, 2026.
She was the daughter of Julius and Josephine Bertolini, who immigrated from Northern Italy to seek a better life in the United States after World War I. She...
Rosemarie Housteau
Sep 2, 2026
Rosemarie Housteau, of Girard, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 2nd, 2026.
Rosemarie was was born on July 9th, 1931 in Akron, Ohio, a daughter to Harry and Helen Buehrle.
She is a St. Mary's graduate (Akron), and a lifelong area resident.
She married her husband, Robert, in 1955. She was a loving wife and a devoted mother to their son,...
Sandra S. Avery
Sep 2, 2026
Sandra S. Avery, 83, of Lake Milton, Ohio, formerly of Girard, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 at the Hospice House in Poland, surrounded by her loving family.
Sandy was born April 20, 1943 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Donald P. and Shirley (Schenck) Williams.
Sandy graduated from Youngstown State University with a Masters Degree in Education. She had taught...
Theresa R. Sherock
Aug 25, 2026
Theresa Sherock, 86, of Austintown formerly of Girard, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2026 at Brookdale Austintown.
She was born on February 2, 1940, in Girard, a daughter to the late Joseph and Catherine (Acerra) Sherock.
A graduate of Ursuline High School, Theresa built a life rooted in faith, work, family, and service to others. She worked for Sears until it...
Tommy R. Raymond Jr.
Aug 23, 2026
Tommy Raymond Jr. , 19, of Girard, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
He was born on January 16, 2007, in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to Tommy Raymond Sr. and Michelle Raymond.
Tommy will be remembered as a funny and silly young man whose personality brought lightness and laughter to those around him. He worked for McDonald’s in Austintown and took...
