Obituaries
Rita Bowser
Nov 25, 2024
Rita M. Bowser, 74, of McDonald, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 25, 2024, at her home. Rita was born September 3, 1950 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Harry and Betty (Moody) O'Connell.
Rita had worked at various companies as a nurse and was a proud volunteer Firefighter and EMT for the McDonald Fire Department for many years.
She loved reading...
John "Jack" Duruttya
Nov 24, 2024
John “Jack” Duruttya, 93, of Girard, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 in the comfort of his home.Jack was born December 12, 1930 in Hickory, PA, a son to John and Josephine (Pirrung) Duruttya.He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged.Jack was a machinist for 29 years working for Wean United and retiring...
Thomas George
Nov 22, 2024
Thomas George, 82, of Girard, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024.
Thomas was born July 13, 1942 in Youngstown, Ohio, a son to the late George and Mary (Caisango) George.
He was a 1961 graduate of Girard High School and was a member of St. John's Greek Orthodox Church in Boardman.
Thomas enjoyed traveling, visiting his daughter wherever she was, fishing and...
Milosava Nenadovic
Nov 21, 2024
Milosava "Millie" Nenadovic, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on November 21, 2024, at Akron City Hospital.
She was born on July 20, 1933, in Serbia, the daughter of Nikola and Natalija Jesevic, and made her way to America on December 29, 1959. Millie became a proud United States citizen in 1970, a milestone that reflected her dedication and determination to...
Patricia Ann Moewe
Nov 7, 2024
Patricia "Patsy" Ann (Tadla) Moewe, 77, of McDonald, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital after a short illness.
Patsy was born February 13, 1947 in Youngstown, Ohio, a daughter to the late Nicholas and Irene (Yakimoff) Tadla.
She was a 1964 graduate of McDonald High School where she excelled in math and was a cheerleader, and a...
Mildred Larney
Nov 5, 2024
Mildred Ann Larney, 92, of Liberty Twp., Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at Liberty Health Care, with her family by her side.
Mildred was born November 22, 1931 in Euclid, Ohio, the daughter of Adamo and Dorothy (Marcoguiseppe) Calabrese.
Mildred had devoted her time to help her sons in the start of their companies, but her greatest joy was...
Nancy C Marsh
Nov 2, 2024
Nancy C. Marsh, 90, formerly of Girard, passed away peacefully at Liberty Health Care on Saturday November 2, 2024. Nancy was born July 7, 1934 in Warren, Ohio the daughter of George and Lena (Mandalari) Spain.
Throughout her years, Nancy dedicated herself to her family, creating a warm and loving home filled with care and affection. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond...
Lisa Ann Delp
Nov 2, 2024
Lisa Ann Delp, 57, of Niles, Ohio, formerly of Hanoverton, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Saturday November 2, 2024 at St. Joseph Hospital. Born on July 31, 1967, in Canton, Ohio, Lisa was a cherished daughter of Boyce and Marjorie (Pagnotta) Reinwald.
With a heart that embraced life’s adventures. Lisa enjoyed traveling and the serene beauty of the lake and ocean...
Sarah A DiNardo
Oct 30, 2024
Sarah A. DiNardo,47, of Liberty Township, Ohio, departed this life far too soon on October 30, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
Sarah was born October 22, 1977 in Youngstown, Ohio . A proud graduate of Liberty High School in 1996, Sarah demonstrated a lifelong commitment to learning and personal growth, evident in her pursuit of a career in nursing. At the...
Dana L. Riley
Oct 30, 2024
Dana Riley, 55, of Girard, passed away on Wednesday October 30, 2024 at her residence in Girard. Dana was born October 14, 1969 in Youngstown, Ohio. Her father John Velazquez passed and was raised by her adoptive father Fred Ross and mother Katherine (Johnstone).
Dana attended Springfield High School and graduated from Austintown Fitch High School. She worked at Subway and...
Richard Shontz Sr.
Oct 28, 2024
Richard Shontz Sr., 72, of Girard, OH passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2024 in the comfort of his home with his beloved daughter by his side.
Richard was born July 29, 1952 in New Castle, PA a son to the late Ralph Shontz and Mary JoAnn (Murphy) St.Clair.
Richard loved his country and proudly served in the United States Marine...

Ivanka Florjancic
Oct 28, 2024
Ivanka Florjancic, 100, of Girard peacefully passed away on October 28, 2024, at her home, surrounded by the warmth of family.
She was born December 26, 1923, in Škofja Loka, Slovenia, a daughter to Franc and Lucija (Gartner) Dolenc and her journey through life was marked by resilience, deep faith, and an unwavering spirit.
Growing up amidst the trials of the Great...
Janet Edwards
Oct 26, 2024
Janet Edwards, 81, of McDonald, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.
Janet was born May 15, 1943 in New Castle, PA, a daughter to the late William and Ruth (Johnston) Nesbitt.
She received her bachelor’s degree in education from Westminster College and had worked for Litco for 20 years until her retirement.
Janet was a member...
Marcella Romandetti
Oct 25, 2024
Marcella (Marg) J. Romandetti, 90, of Hubbard, formerly of Liberty Twp, passed away at sunrise on Friday, October 25, 2024, at The Christian House in East Palestine, Ohio. Marcella was born November 27, 1933, in Washington, PA, the daughter of Stanley Walczesky who was killed in a mining accident when Marcella was 3 yrs old and raised by her devoted...
Roger Manuel Murillo
Oct 21, 2024
Roger Manuel Murillo, 76, of Girard, passed away suddenly on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Cleveland Clinic. Roger was born in San Francisco, California to the late Ralph and Cristina (Alvarez) Murillo.
For close to 50 years, Roger dedicated his life into educating young minds as a teacher in Washington State, California, Arizona, and Ohio leaving an indelible impact on the...
Lois "Becky" Paxton
Oct 19, 2024
Lois "Becky" Paxton, 95, of Brentwood, TN., formerly of McDonald, Ohio, peacefully passed away in her sleep on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Alive Hospice in Nashville, TN.
Becky was born September 13, 1929 in McDonald, Ohio, the daughter of John S. and Edna (Mong) Evans.
She married her husband, Robert (Skin) Paxton when she was 17 and had 4 children in...

William E. Harris
Oct 18, 2024
William E. Harris, 62, of Cortland, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Hospice House.William was born May 15, 1962 in Warren, Ohio, a son to the late William and Saundra (Cole) Harris.He was a graduate of Lakeview High School.William had worked for Glunt Industries in Warren where he currently was employed.In his spare time William enjoyed fishing, watching...
Anna J. Daugherty
Oct 16, 2024
Anna J. Daugherty, 92, of Girard, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16,2024 at Liberty Healthcare in Youngstown.
Anna was born August 18, 1932 in Leetonia, Ohio the daughter of Clarence and Elsie (Gidley) Lease.
She married the love of her life William Daugherty, who she met while working at Salem A & P.
She graduated from Salem High School in 1951. She...
Linda J. Nevel
Oct 11, 2024
Linda Nevel, 81, of Girard, passed away peacefully, at her son's home, on Friday, October 11, 2024, surrounded by her family. Linda was born January 14, 1943 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of William and Margaret (Rees) Warner.
Linda graduated in 1960 from Boardman High School and later began working as a teller for First National Bank. She worked her way...

Catherine DeMas
Oct 9, 2024
Catherine A. DeMas, 94, of Girard, passed away peacefully at the Hospice of the Valley Hospice House on Wednesday, October 9, 2024.
Catherine was born September 15, 1930, the daughter of the late Angelo and Mary (Gallagher) Kuzman. She was a lifelong Girard resident. She was preceded in death by sisters Madeline Catone and Margaret Rex and brothers John, Jim, George,...