Obituaries
Dona James
Aug 10, 2025
Dona J. James, 95, of Liberty Twp., passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at Assumption Village Nursing Home. Dona was born August 3, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Frederick and Anona (Wilson) Puscher.
She had worked for the Mahoning County Health Department as a secretary for 2 years before marrying Daniel R. James on July 1, 1950.
She was...
Joan E. Smith
Aug 10, 2025
Joan E. Smith, 84, of Liberty Twp., passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at O'Brien Memorial Nursing Home in Masury, Ohio.
Joan was born December 6, 1940 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Richard E. and Lillian (Gray) Wester.
She had worked for Northside Hospital, Costello's Candies in Girard, the cafeteria for Liberty Schools and also Sam's Club in Niles, but...
Daniel G. Moison Sr.
Aug 6, 2025
Daniel G. Moison Sr. passed away on August 6, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio, at the age of 78.
Born on February 28, 1947, in Bath, Maine, a son to the late Theodore and Marilyn (Albrecht) Moison.
Daniel was a high school graduate of McDonald High School, and his remarkable career spanned over 40 years at AT&T, where he...
Mary Lou Palmer
Jul 30, 2025
Mary Lou Palmer, 95, of Girard, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Shepherd of the Valley Nursing Home, surrounded by her loving family.
Mary Lou was born May 6, 1930 in Donora, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Edgar and Melissa (Davis) Hammers.
Mary Lou had previously owned and operated an H&S Green Stamp store and worked at Hills Department store. She...
Alisa Georgiadis
Jul 30, 2025
Alisa Georgiadis, 66, of Liberty, passed away at home on July 30th, 2025.
Alisa, also known as "Lisa," was born on June 4th, 1959, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Betty (Bodnar) and Samuel Masternick.
She was a long time employee at the Trumbull County Sheriff's Department.
Lisa was also a loved and devoted partner, companion and confidant for her husband, who she...
Jerry "Goose" Kohn
Jul 29, 2025
Remembering Jerry D. "Goose" Kohn
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jerry D. "Goose" Kohn, of Girard, on July 29, 2025. He lived a life with love, laughter and cherished moments that will forever remain in our hearts. Today we gather to honor his memory and celebrate the remarkable man he was.
Jerry D. "Goose" Kohn, born...
Vaneva R. Nolfi
Jul 24, 2025
Vaneva R. "Neva" (Watrous) Nolfi
Appleton, WI
Vaneva R. Nolfi, 99.9, formerly of Girard, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, Wisconsin.
She was born on October 27, 1925, in Merrilan, WI, the daughter of Mark and Elsie (Davis) Riggs.
Vaneva was employed with Hume's Furniture Store in Youngstown, Ohio, for 11 years, Loblaw's Grocery for 11...
Nancy Stephenson
Jul 24, 2025
Nancy Colapietro Stephenson, 73, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Nancy was born on Aug. 12, 1951, in Youngstown, a daughter of Joseph and Betty Swank Colapietro.
She graduated from Girard High School and later married her husband, Donald Stephenson II, on Sept. 16, 1972.
Nancy was a dedicated homemaker who took pride in creating a comfortable and welcoming...
Shirlee Rohrbaugh
Jul 20, 2025
Shirlee Rohrbaugh, 76, Of Hubbard, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20th, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio.
Shirlee was born on September 22, 1948, in Youngstown, the daughter of Shirley "Chubby" Rohrbaugh and Jean Barbero Modarelli.
A 1966 graduate of Ursuline High School, Shirlee went on to attend Youngstown State University.
Throughout her life, Shirlee was known for her generous...
Sealenia D. Jornigan
Jul 20, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life of service and love, we announce the passing of Sealenia Deneise Jornigan, who departed this life on July 20 at the age of 71 surrounded by her loved ones.
Born on January 28, 1954 in Youngstown, Ohio, Sealenia was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, Aunt and friend. She will be...
Elizabeth "Betty" DiPiero
Jul 19, 2025
Elizabeth "Betty" (Pappa) DiPiero, 88, of Girard, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, July 19th, 2025.Betty was born in Hubbard, Ohio, on May 31st, 1937, the daughter of James V. and Mary (Sperko) Pappa.
She moved to Girard on October 1st, 1960, when she married her husband, Henry A. DiPiero.
Betty graduated from St. Patrick School and Hubbard High...
Margaret Hyden
Jul 15, 2025
Margaret (“Peg”) Hyden of Hiram, Ohio, died on July 15, 2025. She was born in Warren on December 28, 1936, to Mary and Patrick Harrington.
She attended St. Mary’s High school in Warren, where after graduation she began working at Packard Electric where she met her husband of 65 years, John D. Hyden. Married on November 23, 1957, at St. Mary’s, John...
Nancy Banfield
Jul 13, 2025
Nancy Banfield, 77, of Austintown, formerly of Liberty Twp., passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025 at her home. Nancy was born October 22, 1947 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Michael and Julia (Fammartino) Schuster.
Nancy enjoyed sewing and making crafts, but her greatest enjoyment of all was being with and loving her grandchildren.
She leaves to cherish her memory her...
Frances Elizabeth Revella
Jul 11, 2025
Frances Elizabeth Revella, 95, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025. Frances was born on May 8, 1930, the daughter of Rinaldo and Julia (Santagata) Paolone.
Frances was a certified cosmetologist and worked out of a shop in her home. She was later employed at the Dollar Bank in Youngstown.
She was a wonderful cook as well as an...
Marlene Flickinger
Jul 5, 2025
Marlene Flickinger, 77, of Liberty Twp., passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at O'Brien Memorial Nursing Home.
Marlene was born October 18, 1947 in Sharon, PA., the daughter of George and Pauline (Perschka) Farkas.
Marlene was an active member of Church Hill United Methodist Church in Liberty Twp., and the Knit-Wits Club, where she always had fun making crafts with her...
Josephine Kolic
Jul 2, 2025
Josephine (Sabino) Kolic, 83, of Girard, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman. Josephine was born September 5, 1941 in Niles, Ohio, the daughter of Neal and Mafalda (Vivolo) Kolic.
Josephine had worked for Strouss, and then Kaufmann's retail stores, in the Liberty Plaza, retiring as a manager.
She was a member of St. Rose Church....
Crystal L. Miller
Jul 1, 2025
Crystal Lynn Miller (Kohn) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 1st, 2025.
Crystal was born May 11, 1982 to James E. Kohn and Betty M. Kohn (Gettings) in Youngstown, Ohio.
She loved diamond painting, making sparkly cups, working at Stateline supermarket with her favorite boss. Most importantly she loved her family, especially her grandkids.
Crystal is survived by her loving...
Betty Drennen
Jul 1, 2025
Betty L. Drennen, 94, of Warren, passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at her home with her family by her side.Betty was born October 24, 1930 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Arthur and Rhea (Keyman) Murphy. She had worked for Trumbull Lamp and then retired after 17 years as an account clerk from Litco Co., in Vienna.Betty was...
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...
