All Obituaries

Sheryl A. Stamp, 64, of Girard, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2020 in the comfort of her home. Sheryl was born November 29, 1955 in Greenville, Pennsylvania a daughter of John "Jack" and Phyllis (Danque) Duruttya. Sheryl was a cashier at Walmart and retired after many years. She was a member of Church Hill United Methodist Church. Sheryl enjoyed spending time with her family and loved all animals. She was a collector of teddy bears. She leaves to cherish her memory her...

Robert E. Hepfner Jr., 63, of Girard, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Bob was born September 14, 1957 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Robert E. and Dorethia (Rettig) Hepfner Sr. Bob was a 1975 graduate of Liberty High School. Bob earned his associates degree from YSU and received HVAC certification from ATES Technical Institution. Bob had worked for B&M Home Appliance, General Motors in Lordstown, and for 23 years in the Plant Operations...

Charles Werblan, 70, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Heritage Manor. Charles was born September 17, 1950 in Youngstown, a son of Walter and Kathryn (Yourstowsky) Werblan. Charles was an Electrical Engineering graduate of Youngstown State University and worked for Wean United, Target Stamped Products and Sawhill Tubular of Sharon Pa where he was an Electrical R&D Engineer for 20 years. He enjoyed many hobbies such as Astronomy, Amateur Radio, Shortwave...

 Joan M. Funaro, 82, of Girard, passed away at Guardian Healthcare in Youngstown on Saturday, October 24, 2020. Joan was born February 20, 1938 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of James and Agnes (Knight) Stevens. She  was a member of Girard First United Methodist Church,and a member and officer of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary Lodge. She enjoyed playing bingo, reading and puzzles. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of 51 years, Ralph J. Funaro, whom she married February...

Doris Jean Karl, age 89, of Austintown, formerly of Johnstown Pa, passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2020. Doris was born on November 2, 1930 in Tyrone, PA, the daughter of George and Emma Black.  Doris devoted her life to taking care of her family. She enjoyed gambling, baking, cooking and especially spending time with family. Doris leaves behind her children, Pam (Mark) Brown of Austintown, and Bruce (Debbie) Karl of North Ridgeville Ohio, her grandchildren,...

Susan Jean Ensley, 69, of Austintown, passed away October 21, 2020 with family by her side after an extended illness. Susan was born in Youngstown, Ohio on April 18, 1951 to Clarence (Tiny) and Jean Henry (Heinl). Susan attended Liberty Schools and graduated from Liberty High School in 1969. Susan attended Youngstown State University and previously worked at General Fireproofing and more recently Anthem in Youngstown.   Susan was an avid Cleveland sports fan and was a wonderful...

Marilyn E. Kobal, 87, of Girard, passed away on Friday October 9, 2020 at Shepherd of the Valley Nursing Home in Boardman. Marilyn was born April 25, 1933 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Albert W. and Florence E. (Thomas) Meyers. She was a graduate of Girard High School and had attended secretarial school. Marilyn had worked for Youngstown Sheet and Tube Co. and then worked for the Girard City School System for 38 years, as a school secretary, retiring in 2005. She was a member of Good...

Marie M. Ross, 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. Marie was born February 9, 1928 in Niles, Ohio, the daughter of Rocco and Caroline Ciminero. She was a 1947 graduate of Niles McKinley High School, then attended art classes at YSU, was employed at JC Penney's in Liberty and Boardman for over 30 years, and earlier in her career employed at Girard City Schools as an aide with young children to improve their reading skills. She was a member of St. Rose Church in Girard, enjoyed...

Gerald "Jerry" A. Babik, 75, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 1, 2020, at Hospice House in Poland. Jerry was born August 19, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio, a son of Andrew and Pauline (Sayers) Babik. Jerry proudly served his country in the US Army during the Vietnam War.He was honorably discharged from his duties with the rank of Private. Jerry had retired from Amweld Building Products. He was a member of St. Rose Church and the American Legion Post 235. He...

John J. Kuzman, Jr. West Chester - passed away on his 68th birthday, leaving behind his loving wife, Colomba "Collie" N. DiVito-Kuzman. Born on September 26, 1952 in Youngstown, Ohio to the late John J. and Anne (nee Pirko) Kuzman. John also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, great-niece, and great-nephews. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Following his discharge, John received his undergraduate degree from Youngstown State University and his Juris Doctorate from...