Sandra Jean (Godney) Johnson, 69, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2021 at St. Joseph's Hospital. Sandy was born on November 20, 1951 in Alliance, Ohio the daughter of Andrew and Mildred (Harris) Godney. A graduate of Mineral Ridge High School, Sandy was a member of Believers Church. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother she enjoyed reading and spending time with her family at home and attending her grandchildren's activities. Sandy and her husband Noah enjoyed traveling to Tennessee and Indiana to visit family. She will be deeply missed by her husband Noah with whom she shared 29 years of marriage. Her children Peter (Diane) Kasner, Sonny (Michelle) Kasner, Kristi Johnson,...

Richard L. Lambert, Sr., 80 of Girard, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 7, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. Dick was born on December 26, 1940 in Akron, Ohio, the son of June and Odath Lambert. On May 21, 1960, Dick married the love of his life, Shirley Jarome. Dick enjoyed woodworking, watching Nascar and wrestling and was an avid coin collector. He was preceded in death by his parents, his biological father, Richard Dix; brothers, Bill, Butch, Delmer, Ralph, "Deb"; sisters, Suzann, Merry, Helen and Mary; great-grandchildren, Sabryna, Sabrya and Dontea. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 60 years, Shirley; their children, Sheila...

YOUNGSTOWN-Carol M. Marshall, 78, passed away Sunday morning, January 10, 2021 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown. She was born December 23, 1942 in Youngstown, the daughter of Robert and Doris (Allison) Welch. Carol was a Cook with various local restaurants in Youngstown and Pennsylvania, including Alberini's in Warren, the Boulevard Tavern in Youngstown and The Hub in downtown Youngstown. She enjoyed crafting. Carol's husband Wilmer R. Marshall, whom she married October 16, 1977, died September 27, 2014. She is survived by her daughter, Martha (Anthony) Pellice of Youngstown; her step-son, Robert Keener of Akron; her brothers, John Layman of Alabama and Vernon (Toshiba) Lukovich of...

Marianne Dengler, 73 of Warren died Tuesday, January 5th at her residence surrounded by her family. Marianne was born May 22, 1947 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Albert and Helen (Sefcik) Wagner and was a lifelong area resident. Marianne graduated from Ursuline High School in 1965. She enjoyed baking and cooking and according to her family, made the best clothespin cookies. Marianne had also been a cake decorator for a period for several grocery stores in the area. She enjoyed going to wineries and listening to her favorite music. Most importantly, Marianne always put others first and was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed. She leaves her husband,...

Marianne Dengler, 73 of Warren died Tuesday afternoon at her residence surrounded by her family. Marianne was born May 22, 1947 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Albert and Helen (Sefcik) Wagner and was a lifelong area resident. Marianne graduated from Ursuline High School in 1965. She enjoyed baking and cooking and according to her family, made the best clothespin cookies. Marianne had also been a cake decorator for a period for several grocery stores in the area. She enjoyed going to wineries and listening to her favorite music. Most importantly, Marianne always put others first and was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed. She leaves her husband,...

Addison "Addie" Parker Beard, age 13, passed away peacefully Monday, December 28, 2020, at her home in Mineral Ridge, OH, surrounded by her family. Born on October 22, 2007, in Youngtown, OH to parents Aleshia (Williams) Beard and Benjamin Beard, both of Mineral Ridge. Addie was known for her gentle, kind, and thoughtful nature as well as for her beautiful, long blonde hair. She was an honor student at Mineral Ridge High School who loved Disney World, cats (especially her cat, Milly), cheerleading and swimming. Addie was the type of child who brightened every room she entered, and the world will be less vibrant without her. Addie is survived by her parents and her loving sister,...

MINERAL RIDGE-Carolyn H. Kalman, 71, passed away Saturday afternoon, December 26, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Health Center. She was born March 16, 1949 in Warren, a daughter of Andrew and Mary (Mazarek) Herczeg. Carolyn was employed at Delphi Packard Electric, retiring in 1997. She was a 1968 graduate of Niles McKinley High School. Carolyn loved to shop. She enjoyed playing board games and also flower gardening. Carolyn is survived by her children, Michelle I. Kalman of Warren, Sara A. Hosni of Warren, Ahmed A. (Meghan) Hosni of Columbus and Lisa A. Herczeg of Niles; her sister, Mary Ann Placek of Dayton; her grandchildren, Alexis, Theo, Aniya, Juan, Michael, Gabe, Oliver and Maxwell and her...

Dorothy M. George, 94 of Niles died Thursday evening at Continuing Healthcare Solutions of Niles; just a day before her 95th birthday. Dorothy was born December 18, 1925 in Vandergrift, PA, a daughter of the late Francis and Anna (Brownski) Moore and came to this area as a child. Dorothy was a homemaker and a member of the Mineral Ridge Fire Department Ladies' Auxilliary, the Trumbull County Fire Ladies' Auxilliary and the Ohio State Fire Ladies' Auxilliary. Her husband, Myron L. George, whom she married January 30, 1948, died April 2, 2006. She leaves her two sons, Myron George, Jr. and Richard (Cheryl) George of Mineral Ridge and four grandchildren, five great grandchildren and one...

Harry D. "Buzz" Storey, Jr., 93, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital on December 7, 2020. Harry was born on November 9, 1927, in Hooversville, Pennsylvania the son of Harry O. and Eva Nestor Storey. A graduate of Hooversville High School, Harry proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Upon discharge, he returned home to marry the former Betty Lou Manges on March 21, 1953. Harry was employed by RMI Titanium as a press operator for 25 years retiring in 1990. A member of New Hope United Methodist Church, Harry enjoyed bowling, traveling, cornhole and crossword puzzles. An avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan he was happiest being at home with his family. Harry is...

Janet Irene (Hermenet) Hogan, 84, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2020, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge. Janet was born on March 21, 1936, in Carbondale, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Harry and Marie Cessna Hermenet. On October 13, 1956, she was united in marriage to Michael F. Hogan, Sr. with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. A graduate of Niles McKinley High School, Janet was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother who loved entertaining her family and friends. She enjoyed playing cards and was a faithful companion to her many dogs. Janet will be missed by her children, Michael F. Hogan, Jr., Frank J. Hogan, Kevin P. (Barbara) Hogan and Eric Hogan, 7...

Ronald L. Baird Sr., 82 passed away at home on Wednesday October 21, 2020. Ronald was born on July 15, 1938 in Redstone Township, Pennsylvania the only son of the late Joseph B. and Helen Claycomb Baird. On February 6, 1958, Ronald was united in marriage to Patricia Burkhart Baird who survives. Ronald was employed by Copperweld Steel as a crane man for 35 years retiring in 1999. He also owned and operated Baird's Water Hauling. Ronald was an avid Harley Davidson fan, enjoyed attending car shows with his 1929 Ford and playing cards with his family. He loved watching westerns on TV especially Gunsmoke. Ronald was a member of the Warren Moose Lodge 186 and the OGCA. Besides his wife of...

Pamela Lou Miner, 59, passed away unexpectedly at home on September 24, 2020. Pam was born on November 29, 1960 in Youngstown, Ohio the daughter of the late Russel K. and Norma (Leonhart) Miner. A 1980 graduate of McDonald High School, Pam was a faithful member of Girard First United Methodist Church. An active volunteer at church she enjoyed teaching Bible and Sunday School and interacting with the youth in the K'Motion program. She was also a member of the church Lydia Circle. Pam was a devoted friend who loved everyone she met, remembering each friend with a greeting card. Pam also enjoyed bowling and music and never missed a Cleveland Indians game. Pam is survived by her brother...

Pamela Lou Miner, 59, passed away unexpectedly at home on September 24, 2020. Pam was born on November 29, 1960 in Youngstown, Ohio the daughter of the late Russel K. and Norma (Leonhart) Miner. A 1980 graduate of McDonald High School, Pam was a faithful member of Girard First United Methodist Church. An active volunteer at church she enjoyed teaching Bible and Sunday School and interacting with the youth in the K'Motion program. She was also a member of the church Lydia Circle. Pam was a devoted friend who loved everyone she met, remembering each friend with a greeting card. Pam also enjoyed bowling and music and never missed a Cleveland Indians game. Pam is survived by her brother...

McDONALD-Leroy W. Nolf, 73, passed away Saturday evening, August 22, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. He was born November 15, 1946 in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the son of Wilbert H. and Bertha R. (Young) Nolf. Leroy was a Welder with the Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. for 16 years and was then in Management with the Clark Oil Co. for 16 years, until they merged with Adapt Oil & Marketing, Inc., retiring in 2007. He was a 1964 graduate of Redbank Valley High School and then served his country as a proud member of the U.S. Navy. Leroy was a member of Evansville Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and...

McDONALD-Leroy W. Nolf, 73, passed away Saturday evening, August 22, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. He was born November 15, 1946 in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the son of Wilbert H. and Bertha R. (Young) Nolf. Leroy was a Welder with the Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. for 16 years and was then in Management with the Clark Oil Co. for 16 years, until they merged with Adapt Oil & Marketing, Inc., retiring in 2007. He was a 1964 graduate of Redbank Valley High School and then served his country as a proud member of the U.S. Navy. Leroy was a member of Evansville Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and...

McDONALD-Leroy W. Nolf, 73, passed away Saturday evening, August 22, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. He was born November 15, 1946 in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, the son of Wilbert H. and Bertha R. (Young) Nolf. Leroy was a Welder with the Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. for 16 years and was then in Management with the Clark Oil Co. for 16 years, until they merged with Adapt Oil & Marketing, Inc., retiring in 2007. He was a 1964 graduate of Redbank Valley High School and then served his country as a proud member of the U.S. Navy. Leroy was a member of Evansville Baptist Church. He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially hunting and...

Mary Ann Kester, 63 of Youngstown died Thursday morning at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Youngstown. Mary Ann was born October 10, 1956 in Youngstown, a daughter of William Thomas and Norma Jean (Bailey) Casey and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from Girard High School in 1975 and was a homemaker. Mary Ann enjoyed shooting pool, shopping trips and trying her luck at the casino. She loved vacations, especially her trips to St. Pete, Florida; but most importantly was spending time with her grandchildren. Her husband, Jeffrey Kester, whom she married December 14, 2002, died September 14, 2019. Mary Ann leaves her mother, Norma Jean Wagner of Girard; her children, Eric (Andrea...

Marysue M. Laszacs, 85 of Mineral Ridge died Friday evening at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Youngstown. Marysue was born January 27, 1935 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Lucius and Florence (Pershing) McIntyre and was a lifelong area resident. She worked in quality control for Packard Electric for 30 years, retiring in 1985. Marysue was a faithful and active member of Ohltown United Methodist Church. She was an avid golfer and belonged to golf leagues at Yankee Run, Tamer Win, Reserve Run, Old Avalon and Pine Lakes. She enjoyed bowling for over 30 years and was a member of the "Try Hards League." Marysue loved dancing, boating and attending her grandchildren's sporting events...

Erica L. (Green) Roden, 37, passed away unexpectedly at home on July 2, 2020. Erica was born in Boardman, Ohio on May 14, 1983 the daughter of Michael P. and the late Susan R. (DeFrank) Ranelli. On October 15, 2005, Erica was united in marriage to Richard A. Roden who survives. Erica was a 2001 graduate of Boardman High School and the University of Phoenix receiving an Associate Degree. She enjoyed photography and writing. Erica's passion was her commitment to her work as a dog trainer and rescuer of special needs dogs. Erica was currently in the process of completing her lifelong dream of opening Echoes Landing: The Underdog Rescue. Erica was a devoted wife and mother who will be...

Funeral services will be 11:00 am Monday at Lane Family Funeral Homes, 1350 N. Canfield-Niles Rd., Mineral Ridge Chapel, for James W. "Jim" Callihan, 81 of N. Kingsville, formerly of Niles, who died Monday evening at his residence. Jim was born in Parkersburg, WV, a son of the late Leonard and Leora (Reynolds) Callihan and graduated from Parkersburg High School in 1957. After graduating, Jim served in the U.S. Navy. He worked for 30 years for General Motors, Lordstown as a tool and die inspector, retiring in 1997. He was a member of the Old Time Baptist Church of Conneaut, where he enjoyed singing all the old church hymns. Jim loved sailing, had owned a sailboat for years and had been a...

Nellie Doris (Miller) Dunmire, 80 of Berlin Center died Thursday evening at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Youngstown. Nellie was born March 9, 1940 in Bolivar, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Thomas and Edith (Smith) Miller. She graduated from Bell Township High School in Pennsylvania and Raphael's Beauty School in Youngstown. Nellie worked as a beautician for over 20 years, before retiring. She loved animals, especially horses which led her to pursue an interest in raising and showing Arabian horses. Nellie leaves her husband, Kenneth "Max" Dunmire, whom she married February 11, 1964; two daughters, Melinda L. Rivera of Sharon, PA, Sandra J.. (Dominic) Martucci of Newton Falls;...