Obituaries
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...
Gislinde U. Byrne
Jun 26, 2025
Gislinde Byrne, 82, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the Hospice House on June 26, 2025.
Gislinde Ute Trenkel Byrne was born on August 21,1942 in Breslau, Germany. She came to the United States in 1963 and lived in Weston, Connecticut where she raised her two sons.
While living in Connecticut, Gislinde was employed as an administrative assistant for various engineering...
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...
Pete J. Pizzulo
Jun 21, 2025
Peter J. Pizzulo, 63, of Cortland, passed away on Saturday, June 21st, 2025, in New York.
Peter was born on June 4th, 1962, the only child to Martha and Peter F. Pizzulo. And although Pete was an only child, his extended family of cousins were like brothers and sisters to him, and they shared a lifelong bond of love.
After graduating from...
Barbara J. McCumber
Jun 15, 2025
Barbara J. McCumber, 68, of Cortland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Boardman after an unexpected illness.
Barbara was born on August 18, 1956, in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Gordon and Marjorie (Knuth) Hopes.
Barbara's educational journey began at Liberty High School, from which she graduated in 1974. She continued her studies...
Donald Rotar Sr.
Jun 12, 2025
Donald Rotar Sr., 96, formerly of Girard, Ohio, died on June 12, 2025, at Masternick Memorial Nursing Home.
The youngest of 10 children, Don was born on Oct. 4, 1928 in Youngstown, Ohio, to Alexander and Josephine Rotar, who immigrated to the US from Romania in the early 1900s.
He graduated from Scienceville High School (Later Youngstown North High School) in 1946.
Donald...
Linda Darlene Tucker
Jun 11, 2025
Linda Darlene Tucker, 75, of Cortland, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic.
Linda was born on February 17, 1950, to Samuel and Anita (Dutton) Summers in Fowler, Ohio.
She graduated from Mathews High School in 1968, and went on to Trumbull Memorial Nursing school, where she received her Registered Nurse license and began her career. She...
Katherine "Smitty" Richards
Jun 9, 2025
Katherine Ann Richards, "Smitty," 66, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025 in the comfort of her home.
Katherine was born August 20, 1958 in Girard, Ohio, a daughter to Michael and Mary Ann (Stellato) Richards.
She was a 1977 graduate of Ursuline High School.
Katherine had worked at St. Elizabeth Hospital in the kitchen for over 30 years.
She was...
