Cindy Lee Roessler, 60 passed away peacefully on February 27, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Cindy was born on May 14, 1960 in Youngstown, the daughter of Robert E. and Donna J. Baumgartner Workman. On October 6, 1990 she was united in marriage to Charles Roessler with whom she shared thirty years of marriage. Cindy was dedicated to her home and family as a loving sister, wife, mother, grandmother and aunt. Cindy was a very social person who enjoyed bingo and gardening. Her happiest moments were spent being with her family. A woman of faith she attended Bible Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband Charlie, daughter Tracy (Mark) Marciano, son...

Charles H. Canter, 70, of Warren passed away Friday, February 26, 2021 at his home. Charles was born September 25, 1950 in Martins Ferry, OH, the son of the late Milton and Dorothy (Kelly) Canter. He was a 1968 graduate of St. Clairsville High School and retired in 1997 from Coca-Cola where he worked in the bottling plant. Charles was a "Jack of all Trades", his hobbies included working on cars, racing with his son and grandson, fishing, but most of all he enjoyed working in the garage with his boys. Charles leaves his wife the former Deborah Jackson, whom he married September 12, 1975, two sons, Todd (Lisa) Canter of Warren, and Timothy Canter of Ravenna, seven grandchildren, Thomas Ryan,...

David J. Cronk, 67 passed away unexpectedly at home. David was born in Youngstown, Ohio on January 1, 1954 the only son of John M. and Eleanor Porter Cronk. A graduate of Chaney High School, David was employed as a steel worker for McDonald Steel for over thirty years retiring in 2019. A man of great faith, David enjoyed his retirement listening to Beatles music and collecting Beatles memorabilia. He was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and New York Giants. David is survived by his sister Linda (Michael) Vlaiku, nephew Michael (Janet) Vlaiku and great nephews Michael and Jacob. He was preceded in death by his parents. Private services for the immediate family have been held with...

Alice Cochran, 71, of Youngstown, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at St. Elizabeth's in Youngstown, after a long courageous battle with ALS and cancer. Born March 11, 1949 in Youngstown, Alice is the daughter of the late Gene and Mary (Young) Foose. Alice is a graduate of South High School and a lifelong Youngstown resident. Alice was one of the first K-mart employees when it opened in 1968 in Boardman. She worked as a young girl stocking shelves and from there worked in virtually every position, retiring in 2005 as an Officer Manager. Alice was very active in the American Cancer Society, attending weekly meetings and volunteering in every fundraiser, often to hand out...

Irene J. Kolasky, 87, of North Jackson, passed away on Wednesday, February 24th, at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Born May 27, 1933 in Czechoslovakia, Irene was the daughter of Paul and Mary (Dovala) Trnavsky. Irene was a graduate of Jackson Milton. She was a member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church in North Jackson. Known for delicious kolache rolls, she loved baking, especially during the holidays. She enjoyed sewing, crafting and participating at many craftshows throughout the region with her husband by her side. A fan of the outdoors, she enjoyed mowing her lawn, feeding the wildlife and riding her golf cart around the lake. Irene was a homemaker, but also held various jobs over the years to...

AUSTINTOWN-Julia Ruberto, 81, passed away Tuesday evening, February 23, 2021 at Masternick Memorial Healthcare in New Middletown. She was born September 11, 1939 in Youngstown, a twin daughter of Michael and Madeline (Bonacker) Ruberto and grew up in Briar Hill. Julia was employed by Forum Health in an administrative capacity in the X-Ray Department for over 30 years, retiring in 2001. She was a 1957 graduate of The Rayen School. Julia was of the Catholic Faith. She attended Church Hill United Methodist Church. Julia was a member of the Vienna Women's Bowling League. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Julia was a fun...

Lynda F. Metzler, 68 of North Jackson died Saturday, February 20th. Lynda was born June 27, 1952, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Brant H. and Ruth E. (Smith) Metzler and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from Jackson-Milton High School in 1970 and received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Education and Master's Degree in Education from Youngstown State University. Ms. Metzler also studied additional hours at the University of Akron. Lynda was an elementary and middle school teacher at Jackson-Milton Local School District for 35 years. She was a member of Phi Mu Sorority, Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Phi Mu Alumnae Association, Mahoning County Retired Teachers'...

LORDSTOWN: Virginia M. Nesbitt, age 87, of Lordstown died Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital. Born April 11, 1933 in Canton, Ohio, she was the daughter of George and Myrtle (Shepardson) Kellner. She graduated from Warren G. Harding High School in 1951. Virginia retired from General Motors in Lordstown after 21 years of service. She was a member of the Lordstown Lutheran Church and an active member of Al-Anon where she helped and inspired others. Her hobbies included gardening, planting flowers, fishing, camping, boating, and spending time with her family. Virginia also enjoyed oil painting, making flower arrangements, doing crafts and writing her own poetry. ...

Harold E. Hupp, of Richmond, Virginia and formerly of Austintown, Ohio, stepped into his eternal life with Jesus on Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 at Heritage Green Assisted Living Center in Mechanicsville, VA. He was 96 years old. Mr. Hupp was born February 11, 1925 in Youngstown, OH, the son of the late Max and Margaret Hupp. Mr. Hupp is survived by two children Bonnie Jean (Joseph) Kovacs of Mechanicsville, VA and Robert Harold (Jennifer) Hupp of Lusby, MD and two grandchildren, Miles and Perrin Hupp; sisters Norma Jean West (Canfield, OH), Eileen (John) Rowthorn (Eddyville, KY), Nancy Brown (Boardman, OH), brother James (Ila) Hupp (Columbiana, OH) and many nieces and nephews. Beside his...

Gary H. Frazier, 84 of Canfield died early Friday morning at St. Elizabeth Health Center, Youngstown. Gary was born November 30, 1936 in New Brighton, PA, a son of the late Harry and Elizabeth (Harris) Frazier and came to this area as a child. He graduated from McDonald High School where he played basketball and following high school, Gary served in the U.S. Army. Gary worked at General Motors, Lordstown Plant for over 25 years, retiring in 1994. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed snowmobiling. He liked to watch sports on T.V., baseball, boxing, basketball and football, but most importantly was spending time with his family. He loved his family and will be dearly missed. His wife,...

Harold W. Mellott, 78, of Austintown, passed away Thursday, February 18, 2021, surrounded by his family, at his residence. Born April 23, 1942 in Youngstown, Harold was the son of Fred and Effie (Neff) Mellott. Prior to retirement in 2004, Harold worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for Operating Engineer Local 66. Harold enjoyed the outdoors and his favorite hobbies included hunting, gardening and fishing. Harold leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, the former Valerie Meckulch, whom he married October 26, 1984; his children Julie (Tom) Laporte and Jason (Mandy) Mellot; stepson, Christopher Phillips; grandchildren, Dino (Jessica) Alexandrides, Perry (Angela) Alexandrides, Michael...

Phyllis S. DiOrio, 80, of Canfield passed away Thursday evening, February 18, 2021 at Hospice House with her loved ones by her side. Phyllis was born July 24, 1940 in Youngstown, the daughter of Philip and Lotti (Puskacik) Houser. She was a graduate of Chaney High School, class of 1958. Phyllis was a homemaker, a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved life and faced it with a positive attitude no matter what the circumstances were. Phyllis adored her family, including her extended family and made sure everyone felt to be part of her family. She was a member of St. Michael Church in Canfield and loved to laugh and loved taking part in the Women's Condo Luncheons with her friends...

Patricia Louise Byler, 88, of Poland Township, formerly of Canfield passed away Monday morning, February 15, 2021 at Hospice House. Pat was born April 21, 1932 in Lisbon, the daughter of William T. and Mildred (Carlisle) Downs. She was a graduate of Boardman High School, class of 1950. Pat was a homemaker, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a member of Salem Church of Our Savior, its Women's Guild, Ladies Altar Society, and Home Extension Club. Her hobbies included ceramics, cross stitching, needlepoint, and collecting Hummel's. Pat loved to travel with her husband Joe and the family, especially after he retired. She has visited all 50 states at least once. Pat...

YOUNGSTOWN-James M. Carter, Sr., 72, passed away Sunday afternoon, February 14, 2021 at his residence. He was born August 2, 1948 in Norfolk, Virginia, a son of William Edward and Irma Katherine (Hatfield) Carter, Sr. He was employed at both Target and Dinesol Plastics, retiring in 2016. Jim was a member of Highway Tabernacle Church. He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed playing Black Jack. Jim is survived by his wife of 25 years, the former Diane C. Dagan, whom he married August 12, 1995; his children, Patty (Mark) Schrankel of Long Island, NY, James Carter, Jr. of New Castle, PA, Terrie (Jim) Cameron of Naperville, IL, Florence (Marc) Attisano of Bessemer, PA, Casper (Sharlee)...

Long time Canfield resident Jean Probst Duffett, 92, died peacefully in her sleep, Sunday, on her birthday. Born February 14, 1929 to William and Wilma Probst, Jean was a resident of the Youngstown area all of her life. She completed her formal education at Austintown Public Schools graduating from Fitch High School in 1947 as Valedictorian and member of the National Honor Society. In addition, she was a majorette with the Austintown Fitch Falcons Marching Band all four years; editor of the Fitch Yearbook, Reflector, 1947; and played lead Alice Sycamore, in the Kaufman and Hart play, You Can't Take It with You. She was a member of the Honor Role every year. In the early 1960s, she...

Bertha "Tootie" Kaloci, 82 passed away peacefully on February 10, 2021 at Sunrise Senior Living in Cuyahoga Falls. Tootie as she was affectionately known was born at home on July 10, 1938 in North Jackson, Ohio the daughter of William P. and Alvera (Ray) Bingham. Tootie attended Lordstown Local Schools where she was later employed as a cafeteria cook. She retired in 1999 as head cook after 16 years of dedicated service. Tootie met the love of her life Bob Kaloci while waiting tables at Paul's Truck Stop. They were united in marriage on December 22, 1969 sharing 47 years of marriage. Bob and Tootie loved traveling and enjoyed seeing the United States on their Harley motorcycle. She was...

Gene A. Potter Sr. 88, of North Jackson passed away Wednesday Evening, February 10, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Gene was born August 18, 1932 in Chicago, IL, the son of Claude J. and Anna Frances (Davis) Potter. He was a graduate of Struthers High School, class of 1950. After high school, Gene served in the U.S. Marine Corp. during the Korean War. After the war Gene returned home and worked for Ohio Edison for 17 years. Gene left Ohio Edison and became a Senior National Representative for the Utility Workers of America, retiring in 1995. Gene loved horses, music, singing, reading, and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren never missing a sporting...

Cecil L. "Duff" Duffett, 93, peacefully passed away on Monday, February 8, 2021. Born October 1, 1927, in Vickery, OH., he was the son of George and Mildred (Yechley) Duffett. Mr. Duffett was a Graduate of Austintown-Fitch High School (1945). Duffett proudly served his country in the United States Air Force where he became a recipient of the G.I. BILL. He attended Youngstown State University where he was a 2-year Letterman in both Basketball and Baseball for the Penguins. "Duff" received his Masters Degree in Education (1959) at Kent State University. Mr. Duffett was a tremendous athlete who became a Head Track Coach, Assistant Basketball Coach, and AD. "Duff" starred in three sports...

Alexander David Barker, 29, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021 at home after a long battle with addiction. Alex was born September 30, 1991 in Youngstown, the son of Samuel III and Mary (Barnett) Barker. He was a graduate of Canfield High School, class of 2010 and was working for West & Barker Incorporated. Alex was a recovering addict and was active in helping with drug addiction recovery throughout Ohio and Texas. He fought a courageous battle with the disease of addiction and wanted to help anyone else that suffered from this epidemic. Alex's hobbies included 4 wheeling and fast cars. He also loved spending time with his dogs, Aida and the late Marlie. Alex leaves his parents Sam...

Millie Marino Berkenyi passed away in her sleep, February 4, 2021 at Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman. Millie was born in Youngstown, Ohio on October 16, 1921, the daughter of Rocky E. and Marguerite (Churches) Marino. She attended Lake Erie College and graduated from The Ohio State University. She was a professional model and made various television appearances. She volunteered at St. Elizabeth Medical Center as a "Grey Lady" continuing this work on her move to Akron, Ohio with fundraising for Akron Children's Hospital, the first PGA Rubber City Open, Red Cross, Symphony, and Akron Art Museum. She was an avid reader and dancer. While living on Rivo Alto Island, Florida, she also...

H. Douglas Wilcox, 70 peacefully passed away Thursday, February 4, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. Doug was born September 6, 1950, the only son of Harrison Burky and Helen McClure Wilcox. He was a lifetime resident of Austintown and a member of Austintown Community Church. While growing up in the church, an important part of his life was scouting. He worked hard to receive his God and Country award and subsequently his Eagle Scout award. He enjoyed reading, outdoor activities, being with friends and crafts. Several of his creations received blue-ribbon awards at the Canfield Fair. He was a member of the World War II Heritage Society, Mahoning County Retired Teachers,...