Obituaries

John J. Sotirovich

John J. Sotirovich

Aug 30, 2023

John J. Sotirovich, 72,of Girard passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Hospice House surrounded by his family.

John was born July 26, 1951 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to the late Milan and Ann (Cvetkovich) Sotirovich.

John was a 1969 graduate of Girard High School and attended 4...

Donna L. (Lipkovich)  VanDyke

Donna L. (Lipkovich) VanDyke

Aug 30, 2023

Donna L. VanDyke, 56, of McDonald, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at her residence.  Donna was born November 10, 1966 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Jerry and Kathy Lipkovich.  She was raised on Youngstown's Westside and attended Chaney High School.  Donna enjoyed reading books, anything with violets and family get togethers.  Besides her parents...

Agnes Kermec

Agnes Kermec

Aug 23, 2023

Agnes Kermec, 98, of Girard, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Agnes was born May 6, 1925 in Girard, Ohio, a daughter to the late Carmen and Frances (Mozzillo) Tascione.

She had worked various jobs during her life. She started at the Royal...

Henrietta M. (Zabotsky)  Aggers

Henrietta M. (Zabotsky) Aggers

Aug 19, 2023

Together Again

Henrietta M. Aggers, 84, formerly of Girard/McDonald, passed away August 19, 2023, at Humility House in Austintown.

Mrs. Aggers was born in Girard on August 16, 1939, to the late Michael and Florence (Zuby) Zabotsky. She was a graduate of Girard High School, where she was a cheerleader....

Charles Scott

Charles Scott

Aug 1, 2023

Charles Edward Scott, 68, of Struthers, passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family.

Charles was born March 14, 1955 in Warren, Ohio, a son to Lester and Helen (Benson) Scott Sr.

He proudly served his country in the United States...

Patricia L. Hanna

Patricia L. Hanna

Jul 25, 2023

Patricia L. Hanna, 85, of Liberty Twp., passed away peacefully on July 25, 2023 at Continuing Health Care of  Niles.

Patricia was born April 26, 1938 in Sandy Hollow, PA, a daughter to the late Rev. Clarence and Helen (Mahood) Snyder.

She had worked for Packard Electric for many years...

Cheryl E. (Wolfe)  Aurilio

Cheryl E. (Wolfe) Aurilio

Jul 16, 2023

Cheryl E. Aurilio, 64, of Girard,unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones.  Cheryl was born September 7, 1958 in Youngstown, Ohio. She is survived by her husband, Andrew Aurilio; son, Dominic Aurilio; step daughters, Nicole Aurilio and Andrea Boyle; grandchildren, Giovanni and Ava; sibilings, Tony (Ruth), Sandy, Linda...

Charles C. "Chuck" Shall

Charles C. "Chuck" Shall

Jul 16, 2023

Charles C. "Chuck" Shall, 63, of Girard, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Chuck was born September 5, 1959 in Warren, Ohio, the son of Charles M. and Patty Shall. Chuck had served his country in the US Air Force, stationed in Rome New York.  He retired this year from Ohio...

Kenneth Ledinko

Kenneth Ledinko

Jul 6, 2023

Kenneth Ledinko, 67, of Youngstown, passed away on Thursday, July 6, 2023 in the comfort of his home. Ken was born December 20, 1955 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to the late Joseph and Agnes (Silfka) Ledinko.

Ken dearly loved animals and leaves behind his pitbull and cane corso. He enjoyed going to mahoning...

Marie Tauro

Marie Tauro

Jul 5, 2023

Marie Tauro, 71, of Niles, passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at her residence.

Marie was born June 15, 1952 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Gabriel and Ruth (Fuls) Ferradino.

Marie had worked as an assistant manager at Fairfield Inn in Niles for over 10 years.

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Edna Christine (Irwin)  DelBene

Edna Christine (Irwin) DelBene

Jul 3, 2023

Edna Christine DelBene,89, of Girard, formerly of McDonald entered Heaven's Gate on Monday, July 3,2023. Christine passed away at home with a large gathering of family who had planned to be in town for an "early 90th" party. Edna Christine was born on December 5, 1933, the daughter of Edgar C. and Esther C. (Cooper) Irwin.

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Constance Latronico

Constance Latronico

Jun 29, 2023

Constance J. Latronico, 76 of Girard, passed away peacefully, Thursday, June 29, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Constance was born February 2, 1947 in California, Pennsylvania the daughter of Alvin L. and Mary (Hartman) Wellington.

She worked at Southside Hospital scheduling surgeries and then later went...

Michael Hissam

Michael Hissam

Jun 27, 2023

Michael “Mike” Hissam, 50, of Liberty Twp., passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving wife and family on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at UPMC Hospital in Pittsburgh after a courageous battle with cancer. Michael was born May 15, 1973 in Youngstown, OH, a son to Michael J. Hissam and Sheryl (Hendrick) Hissam. He was a 1992 graduate of...

Charles Kirnon

Charles Kirnon

Jun 25, 2023

Charles M. Kirnon, 55, of Warren, passed away on June 25, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Charles was born November 4, 1967 in New York, the son of  Charles H. and Beatrice Denise (Lewis) Kirnon. Charles worked for Penske and K-Mart, and enjoyed reading, riding bikes, visiting parks and most of all he loved everything Star...

Frank Gugliotta

Frank Gugliotta

Jun 25, 2023

In loving memory of Frank P. Gugliotta September 5, 1936 – June 25, 2023.

Called home to Christ Frank Peter Gugliotta, devoted husband, father and grandfather peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2023. He was born on September 5, 1936 to the late Carmelo Gugliotta and Giovannina Marisca Gugliotta.

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Joseph L. "Burkey" Burkholder

Joseph L. "Burkey" Burkholder

Jun 18, 2023

Joseph L. "Burkey" Burkholder, 71, of McDonald, Ohio passed away on  Sunday June 18, 2023 at St. Joseph Hospital in Warren. Joseph was born June 29, 1951 in Frostburg, Maryland, the son of William and Anna K.(McKenzie) Burkholder. Joe joined the Air Force and served his country during the Vietnam War. He worked at Schwebel Bakery as a...

Vicki Lynn (Spicer)  Lockaton

Vicki Lynn (Spicer) Lockaton

Jun 13, 2023

Vicki Lynn Lockaton, 67, of Girard, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital.

Vicki was born August 1, 1955 in Connellsville, PA, the daughter of the late Clyde and Ethel Spicer.

She had worked for JCPenney for many years in the accessories department and after dedicating...

Harold Pitts

Harold Pitts

Jun 8, 2023

Harold Richard "Dick" Pitts, 92, of Girard, passed away on Thursday June 8, 2023 at Washington Square Health Center, in Warren, Ohio with his family by his side.

Harold was born December 30, 1930 in Sharon, Pennsylvania, the son of Harold and Helen ( Allison) Pitts.

Harold had worked for...

Nikola Drobnjak

Nikola Drobnjak

Jun 7, 2023

Nikola Drobnjak, 63, of McDonald, Ohio passed away suddenly on Wednesday June 7, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Nikola was born April 20, 1960 in Gornja Mlinoga, Croatia, the son of Milos and Stana Drobnjak.

He worked as a cabinet maker and was always a hard worker. As a loving father, he took immense...

Margaret H. Ague

Margaret H. Ague

Jun 3, 2023

Margaret H. Ague (1926-2023)

Margaret H. Ague traveled to her eternal rest on June 3, 2023, at the Homewood Retirement Center in Frederick, Maryland. Margaret was born, September 30, 1926, in Homestead, PA to the late Albert and Annie (Mansell) Higham. Margaret was a 1944 graduate of Munhall High School in Pennsylvania.

Margaret married Owen...

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