Lane Family Funeral Home, Canfield Chapel

Carmen Calderone, Sr., 87 of Canfield, died Saturday afternoon, surrounded by his loving family. Carmen was born October 12, 1933 in Ashtabula, a son of the late Frank and Lillian (Rocco) Calderone and came to this area in 1977. He served in the U.S. Army, stationed in Heilbronn, Germany. Carmen worked as a foreman for Conrail Railroad for 45 years, retiring in 1995. He was a member of Old North Church. Carmen was a faithful man who loved the Lord and his family and lived his life by example. Carmen enjoyed going to Dunkin Donuts and Panera Bread regularly, was always kind and had a positive attitude about life. In his younger years, he enjoyed working on cars, riding motorcycles and dirt...

Geraldine M. Whiteside Stevens, 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 22, 2021. She was born Nov. 20, 1937, in Loveland, Colo., oldest child of the late Beuford Lytle and Ila Cynthia (Hart) Whiteside. She came with her husband to Canfield, Ohio, in 1995.Gerry earned a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from the University of Missouri. She was an interior design consultant and a substitute teacher. She was a member of the Canfield United Methodist Church and PEO, a philanthropic organization that supports the college education of women. She was an accomplished seamstress, a gourmet cook, and an avid hunter of deals at garage sales and auctions. She leaves Charles A. Stevens,...

Calling hours and a funeral service will be held on Monday, July 19, 2021, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Lane Funeral Chapel, 65 N. Broad St. in Canfield, for James L. Sabo, 86 of Canfield, who died early Monday evening at his son's home in Bedford, Pennsylvania. Burial for Jim will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at 10:00 AM at Canfield Village Cemetery, 315 E Main Street, Canfield, Ohio. Jim was born October 17, 1934, in Youngstown, the ninth of ten children of the late Louis and Barbara (Boxnak) Sabo and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1952. Jim married his lifelong sweetheart Patricia Ann Swift on June 16, 1956 and was together with...

Barbara J. Cua, 86 of Berlin Center died Saturday morning at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was born July 15, 1934 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Frank and Violet (Hollenberry) Burt and was a lifelong area resident and graduated from Wilson High School in 1952. Barbara loved the outdoors, gardening, tending to her flowers and birds, especially watching the hummingbirds. She also loved to travel and was fortunate to have taken many trips to Europe and various places around the world. She leaves her husband, Patsy Cua, whom she married May 6, 1994; a son, David (Kathy) Best of Youngstown; a son-in-law, Paul Vagnarelli of Youngstown; four grandchildren, Paul...

Joyce J. Malolepsi, 96 passed away on June 29, 2021, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family. Joyce was born on March 9, 1925, in Washingtonville, Ohio the daughter of George and Frieda (Bowker) Lynch. Joyce was united in marriage to William Malolepsi on November 22, 1947, with whom she shared forty-eight years of marriage. A graduate of John Rhoades High School, Joyce was a member of the Penn-Ohio Model A Club and a Girl Scout Leader for her daughters. She was of the Methodist faith. Joyce was a homemaker, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. One of her many passions was her baby doll collection. She leaves her children Beth (Jerry) Zets, Bill (Pam)...

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, June 28th at Lane Funeral Home, Canfield Chapel for Kenneth D. Johnson, Sr. 94 of Canfield, who died Thursday morning at Assumption Village, North Lima. Kenneth was born November 12, 1926 in Youngstown, a son of the late Phillip and Florence (Gueldner) Johnson and was a lifelong area resident. He attended South High School and entered the military in 1944. Kenneth served in the Navy during World War II in the European Theatre. He worked in supervision for Youngstown Welding and Engineering for 30 years, retiring in 1989.He was a member of the former Mahoning Methodist Church and the former member of St. Alban's Lodge F & AM. Kenneth loved...

CANFIELD-James M. Swartz, 73, passed away Sunday evening, June 6, 2021 at his residence. He was born March 24, 1948 in Youngstown, a son of Dr. Marvin and Martha (Myers) Swartz. Jim was the Chief Information Officer for S.A.I.C. for 25 years, then Stanford Research Institute and also Sybase, all located in California, retiring in 2013. He was a 1965 graduate of Canfield High School, received his BA from Muskingum University and earned his Master's Degree from The Ohio State University. Jim loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He had owned horses and enjoyed riding with his daughter Jen throughout the western states. Jim was proud of being an Eagle Scout. He was...

CANFIELD-James M. Swartz, 73, passed away Sunday evening, June 6, 2021 at his residence. He was born March 24, 1948 in Youngstown, a son of Dr. Marvin and Martha (Myers) Swartz. Jim was the Chief Information Officer for S.A.I.C. for 25 years, then Stanford Research Institute and also Sybase, all located in California, retiring in 2013. He was a 1965 graduate of Canfield High School, received his BA from Muskingum University and earned his Master's Degree from The Ohio State University. Jim loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He had owned horses and enjoyed riding with his daughter Jen throughout the western states. Jim was proud of being an Eagle Scout. He was...

Nina May Cook, 103, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 29th at Continuing Healthcare of Boardman. She was born February 24, 1918 in Cleveland, Ohio to the late Oscar and Mamie (At-kinson) Bondesen. Her family moved to Youngstown, Ohio in 1926?the state Nina called home for nearly 95 years. Nina graduated from South High School of Youngstown in 1936. She took piano lessons when the family could afford it and spent her early years with her brother, Sterling, enjoying time at Idora Park, swimming, or going to Euclid Beach and Amusement Park. She enjoyed the outdoors and would ride her second-hand bicycle whenever she could. In the summertime, Nina and her friends would walk to Isaly's...

Leland W. Knauf, 86 of Ellsworth died Wednesday morning at his residence. Leland was born September 16, 1934 in Ellsworth, a son of the late Willard N. and Mildred (Shears) Knauf and was a lifelong area resident. Leland graduated from Canfield High School and served in the U.S. Army Reserves Signal Corps. He had a lifelong involvement with 4-H, becoming a member in 1946 and Mahoning County's first 4-H King in 1954. He was a 4-H volunteer for over 40 years and was inducted into the 4-H Hall of Fame in 2013. He and his family were the 2000 Canfield Fair Family of the Year. Leland was a member of the Canfield Christian Church, past member of the Berlin-Ellsworth Ruritan , past Master of the...

Edward James Duko, Sr. passed away Sunday evening at his residence surrounded by his family. Edward was born November 8, 1926 in Salem, a son of the late Andrew and Nellie (Eskay) Duko and was a lifelong area resident. He grew up in Leetonia, graduating from Leetonia High School where he was a stand-out football player. Edward served as a flag man in the United States Navy during World War II and following his military service had worked as a switchman for the railroad. He was an independent financial advisor for over 25 years before retiring. He was a football fan, especially passionate about Notre Dame Fighting Irish Football. Edward was inducted into the Leetonia Hall of Fame for his...

Charles T. Heldreth, 85 of Columbiana died Thursday afternoon at University Hospital Portage Medical Center. Charles was born February 13, 1936 in Wellsburg, WV, a son of the late Wilbur and Ethel (Dye) Heldreth and came to this area in the 50's. He had worked for the Chrysler Corporation in Twinsburg for 30 years, retiring in 1996. Charles enjoyed the outdoors, sitting on the deck and watching birds and camping. Charles and his wife, Jen, had spent 20 years camping at Chaparral Campgrounds in Salem where they lived part of the year. He was an avid woodworker and along with Jen had owned and operated Buffy's Crafts for many years. Charles liked to roller skate and had skated until the...

There will be a memorial service 5:00 p.m. Saturday, April 10th at Lane Family Funeral Home, Anstrom Chapel, Boardman for Joyce Davis, 88 of Boardman who died early Monday morning at her residence with her family at her side. Joyce was born November 14, 1932, a daughter of the late Benjamin and Stella (Munion) Stevens and came to this area after her marriage in 1952. She was a homemaker and loved traveling. Joyce enjoyed gambling and trips to casinos in Las Vegas; many vacations to Hawaii and Florida, but most important was time spent with her family. Her husband, Bales A. Davis, whom she married February 16, 1952, died May 25, 2014. She will be missed by her children, Bill (Jamie)...

CANFIELD-Jean Johnson, 65, passed away Friday morning, April 2, 2021 at Hospice House in Poland. She was born February 1, 1956 in Canton, a daughter of John George and Yvonne Louise (Wright) Bauer. Jean was employed by Chalet Premier. She enjoyed flower gardening. Jean is survived by her husband of 38 years, Rodney R. Johnson, whom she married September 16, 1982; her son, Earl Exline, Jr. of Canfield; her daughter, Monica Exline of Pennsylvania; her sisters, Diane (Paul) Tice of East Liverpool and Terri Eversole of Paw Paw, WV; her brother, John (Rachel) Bauer of Alliance and her grandchildren, Zachary and Tiffany. There are no calling hours or services according to Jean's wishes. Memorial...

GRAYCE DOLESH, GRAYCE DOLESH, Grayce Ann Dolesh, 84 of Poland, formerly of North Olmsted, passed away Tuesday morning at the Inn at Poland Way (Memory Care Unit). Grayce was born July 26, 1936 in East Liverpool, a daughter of the late John Arthur and Mary Alice (Duffy) Rumberger. . Grayce started her career as a dance teacher, teaching modern dance. She was very passionate about her work, helping autistic and learning disabled children. She believed early educational success started in pre-school which motivated her to develop "Learning with a S.M.I.L.E". Grace retired from Middleburg Early Education Center Pre-school and Lakeshore Day Camp. She enjoyed reading and loved attending...

Grayce Ann Dolesh, 84 of Poland, formerly of North Olmsted, passed away Tuesday morning at the Inn at Poland Way (Memory Care Unit). Grayce was born July 26, 1936 in East Liverpool, a daughter of the late John Arthur and Mary Alice (Duffy) Rumberger. She graduated from Wellsville High School in 1954 and moved to the Cleveland area. Grayce started her career as a dance teacher, teaching modern dance. A self-educated woman, she attended workshops in sensory motor integration with patterning and music. She was very passionate about her work helping autistic and learning disabled children. She believed early educational success started in pre-school which motivated her to develop "Learning...

John T. "Jack" Vasko, 82, of Boardman, Ohio passed away on March 26, 2021 at Mercy Health in Boardman after a brief illness. John was born April 20, 1938 in Youngstown, Ohio a son of the late John J. and Ann D. (Horvath) Vasko and was a lifelong area resident. He was proud to have grown up in the Lansingville area of Youngstown and was a 1956 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. John went on to marry his high school sweetheart, Barbara Ann (Burnham) Vasko in 1959, who precedes him in death. He received his Bachelor's Degree from the General Motors Institute (Kettering) in Flint, MI, and a Master's from Kent State University. From a young age, John was always an active member in the...

Ila Jean Martin, 82 , of Canfield, passed away on Monday, March 22, 2021, at her home with her loving family present. Ila was born March 31, 1938 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late John James and Mary Doris (Malone) Martin. She graduated from Ursuline High School where she was a majorette, winning many awards in baton twirling throughout Ohio, and then earned a B.S. in Education as well as a Master's in Education from Youngstown State University. She furthered her education by attending Georgetown University in Washington, DC and Laval University in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, majoring in French. She was also a student of other languages including Italian. Since childhood, Ila...

Cathy Sue Hanscom, 64 of Berlin Center, went to be with her heavenly Father on March 16, 2021, surrounded by her loving family at her home, following a courageous four year battle with Breast Cancer. Cathy was born June 2, 1956 in Alliance, a daughter of the late Frederick and Anna Mae (Wehr) Moracco and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from Western Reserve High School in 1974 and worked in medical billing for the Family Medical Center in Alliance for 22 years before she retired. Cathy was a member of the Mahoning County Farm Bureau and was a NASCAR fan, but most important to Cathy was her grandchildren and family. She looked forward to spending time together, especially the...

Alex was born in Youngstown on November 21, 1924 to John and Catherine (Parimucha) Chismar. He spent his younger years with his many cousins and large family in the area. Alex married his wife, Carol Basinger of Columbiana in 1948 and built their home in Greenford where they raised their 3 children and many grandchildren. Alex worked as a carpenter building many homes in the Canfield and Austintown areas with his cousin, Steve Parry. He also worked as a barber and at the GE Lamp Plant prior to his retirement in 1985. He was a member of the Greenford Ruritan club for 40 plus years. Alex had high expectations but a generous heart and was always there when needed. He loved to garden,...

William C. Harry, Jr. of Columbiana died early Friday morning at his residence. Bill was born November 10,1925 in Youngstown, a son of the late William C. and Minnie (Crowe) Harry and was a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of South High School and attended Youngstown College. He served as a Seaman First Class in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Early in his career, Bill worked in sales for H.J. Heinz and then Northern Paper Mill. Later he worked in advertising for WFMJ, The Vindicator, and in advertising and management for WBBW. He had many fond memories of growing up near Mill Creek Park and Idora Park. He was a member of Boardman Methodist Church. Bill enjoyed biking and...