Obituaries
Derek Shingler
Apr 26, 2026
Derek Shingler, 33, of Girard, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Derek was born on April 24, 1993, in Warren, Ohio, a son to Allen Shingler and Kimberly (Norman) Shingler.
He was a 2011 graduate of Girard High School and had worked as a threader at Vallourec.
Throughout his life, Derek maintained a deep passion for several interests...
William M. Deislinger
Apr 24, 2026
William M. "Mr. Bill" Deislinger, 78, of Girard, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2026 at his residence. Bill was born March 11, 1948, a son of Robert G. and Catherine C. (Wilthew) Deislinger.
Bill was a graduate of Girard High School and resided in Girard all his life. He had worked for General Fireproofing until its closure. He then became...
Mary E. Swanson
Apr 22, 2026
Mary Ellen (Burgermyer) Swanson passed away on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026.
Mary was born January 27th, 1937 in Warren, Ohio, a daughter of William Boniface and Esther Alberta (Toot) Burgermyer.
She was a 1955 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School.
Following High School, Mary completed a course of study in airline services in Connecticut, and then worked in the industry in Indianapolis,...
Andrew J. "Queso" Palguta
Apr 20, 2026
Andrew J. Palguta, known lovingly as "Queso" by friends and family, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 20th, 2026.
Andrew was born on June 3rd, 2005, in Warren Ohio.
He graduated in 2023 from the Trumbull Career and Technical Center and Girard High School, where he specialized in HVAC. He then went on to his employment with Clark Dietrich Building Systems.
Andrew enjoyed...
Carole J. Parisi
Apr 17, 2026
Carole Jean Frederick Parisi, 81, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026 at Shepherd of the Valley.
Carole was born on May 30, 1944 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Michael and Olga (Di Thomas) Frederick.
She grew up in Girard (Brier Hill) and Youngstown, Ohio and was a 1962 graduate of South High School.
Carole helped create...
Craig Smith
Apr 17, 2026
Craig Smith, 51,of Girard, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, at University Hospital in Cleveland.
He was born on May 3, 1974 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to the late Ivor and Joan (Wester) Smith.
Craig was a graduate of Liberty High School’s class of 1992 and went on to forge a successful career spanning two decades as a Dimensional Inspector...
Michael Shea
Apr 17, 2026
Michael P. Shea, 84, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026 at St. Joseph Hospital.
Michael was born on July 16, 1941 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to the late John and Julia (McGuire) Shea.
He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War.
Michael had worked various jobs including, US Steel, Youngstown Steel Door,...
Maria P. D'Avanzo
Apr 15, 2026
Maria P. D'Avanzo, 42, of Liberty Twp., passed away on April 15, 2026, after a lenghtly illness, at Select Specialty Hospital in Boardman.
Maria was born October 13, 1983, a daughter to Pasquale and Christine M. (Polois) D'Avanzo.
Maria was a avid Steelers Fan. She loved animals, especially her cat Binx, who misses her presence already. Her favorite color was always purple,....
Daniel Leskovac
Apr 13, 2026
Daniel Leskovac, 77, of McDonald, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2026 in the comfort of his home.
He was born on April 7, 1949, a son to the late Michael and Mildred (Vuletich) Leskovac.
Daniel proudly served 4 years in the United States Army, demonstrating patriotism and courage at an early age. Following his military service, he began a long...
JoAnn Acierno
Apr 13, 2026
JoAnn Acierno, 96, of Conneaut, formerly of Girard, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Villa at the Lake.
JoAnn was born on April 20, 1929 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Milo and Margaret Arrance.
Throughout her life, JoAnn embraced the role of homemaker with grace and commitment, creating a warm and nurturing environment for her loved ones....
James V. Petrella Jr.
Apr 12, 2026
James V. Petrella Jr., 68, of Girard, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
James was born on November 15, 1957 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to the late James V. and Angeline “Jeanne” (Saborse) Petrella Sr.
He was a graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and graduated from Youngstown State University.
James had worked for...
Suzanne E Davis
Apr 5, 2026
Suzanne E. Davis, 85, of Girard, passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at Hospice House in Poland.
Suzanne was born on August 2, 1940 in Girard, Ohio, a daughter to the late Seymour and Beatrice (Evans) Williams.
She was a graduate of Girard High School.
Though she had children and grandchildren of her own, Suzanne's maternal heart expanded to welcome all children...
Edward McKenzie
Apr 5, 2026
Edward C. McKenzie, 89, passed away on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones at Gateway Springs Health Campus in Hamilton, Ohio.
He was born in Youngstown on October 7, 1936, the son of Edward L. and Sally McKenzie (formerly Grasso), and lived in the Youngstown area for most of his life.
He was a 1955 graduate of Rayen...
Mary Ann Mills
Apr 4, 2026
Mary Ann Mills, 88, of Girard, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Windsor House in Champion.
Mary Ann was born on September 8, 1937 in Warren, Ohio, a daughter to the late Orazio and Antonia (Marciano) Oliva.
She was a graduate of Girard High School and dedicated her life to taking care of her family.
Mary Ann was a member of...
Janet Mehalco
Mar 31, 2026
Janet Mehalco, 88, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Windsor House in Masury.
Janet was born on April 26, 1937 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Victor and Goldie (Snidman) Bujher.
She was a graduate of Girard High School and devoted her life to caring for her family.
In her spare time Janet enjoyed painting and...
Evelyn Franklin
Mar 30, 2026
Evelyn Franklin, 71, of Girard, a cherished figure known affectionately as "mom" by many, passed away on March 30, 2026, at Austinwoods Nursing Home.
Evelyn was born on April 29, 1954, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Emmett L. and Laura Belle (Ackerman) Waller. A graduate of Canfield High School, class of 1972, Evelyn overcame the challenges of dyslexia...
John Albert Kay Sr.
Mar 30, 2026
John Albert Kay Sr., 80, of Girard, passed away on Monday, March 30th, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.
John was born on September 24th, 1945 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to Albert and Wanda (Humble) Kay.
He graduated from Girard High School, and was a member of Girard First United Methodist Church.
After graduation, he proudly served in the United States...
Mary K. Jobe
Mar 28, 2026
Mary Kathleen Jobe, 79, of Cooksburg, PA (formerly of Liberty) passed away on Saturday, March 28th, at the Concord Care Center in Hartford, Ohio.
She was born on February 23, 1947, a daughter to Jack and Elizabeth (Donnelly) Bletsch.
Mary was a Niles McKinley High School graduate, and a member of Churchill United Methodist Church in Liberty.
After graduation, Mary worked as a...
Janet Louise O'Connell
Mar 27, 2026
Janet Louise (Gantar) O’Connell, 89 years of age, was called to her eternal rest on Friday, March 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Janet was a proud resident of Girard, Ohio, for her entire life and most recently resided at Briarfield at Ashley Circle.
Janet was born September 13, 1936, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Earl Frank and Ann (Racick)...
Charles Randall Stevens
Mar 27, 2026
Charles “Randy” Stevens, of McDonald, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Friday, March 27th, 2026.
Randy was born on March 15th,1947 in Youngstown; the eldest son of June and Charles Stevens.
He graduated from McDonald High School in 1965.
While enjoying his early retirement from General Motors after 32 years of service he continued to stay busy by offering...
