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Nancy N. Rush, 81, a life long resident of Leavittsburg and Newton Falls passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at Community Skilled Health Care Centre. She was born August 18, 1942 to the late John S. Naypaver and Mary K. (Kennedy) Naypaver in Youngstown, Ohio. Nancy married the love of her life, Thomas J. Rush Jr. on the 26th of September, 1959. They enjoyed 60 years of marriage until his passing in 2019. Nancy attended Leavittsburg schools then after having her children was employed at Packard Electric until she retired in 1990. She loved to travel after retiring. Her favorite trip was her and Tom's annual Florida trip in May. She loved all the holidays when she would cook,...

Joann R. Erickson, 91, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 28, 2023 at Clearview Lantern in Warren. Joann was born on June 19, 1932 in Warren, OH, a daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Ratell. She lived in Warren all her life and didn't want to move to California with daughter and family. She enjoyed gambling, bingo, and chocolate. She always looked forward to family reunions every year. She will be deeply missed by her loving daughter, Pam (Keith) Folman; granddaughters, Nicole and Ciera Folman; many friends and family. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her seven brothers and sisters. Family and friends may visit from 10-11:00AM on Friday December 1, 2023 at...

Shelba J. "Jean" Merritt, 83 of Warren, Ohio passed from this Earth after a lengthy illness on early Monday morning, November 27, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. She was born June 13, 1940, in Glenwood, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Dempsey and Gladys (White) Whisenhunt. All family members participated in field farming taking them from Arkansas north to Indiana. Jean was a 1958 graduate of Rock Creek High School in Huntington County, Indiana. She was employed at Model Engineering in Huntington, Indiana as a Naval rocket harness assembler under the supervision of future mother-in-law, Nellie Thompson. Nellie introduced Jean to Ronnie L Merritt, they married on July 1,...

Evelyn P. Aston, age 90, of Warren, OH passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 17, 2023. She was born on April 20, 1933, in Cameron, WV to the late Clarence and Pansy Gray. After graduating High School Evelyn married Isaac "Ike" Aston on July 4, 1951, and moved to Warren, OH in 1953. They had 3 sons, Joseph (Flo), Isaac "Mac" (Louise), and Timothy (Dee) Aston, all of Warren, OH, through her children she has 11 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, 1 special nephew Gary (Vicky) Wade, and numerous relatives. Evelyn worked at Packard Electric for 30 years, co-owned and operated Aston's Cycle Co. for 20 years. She taught Sunday School for many years at Warren Baptist Temple. She...

Elizabeth Ann Soltis, 78, of Niles, Ohio, died on November 16, 2023, at the hospital after a brief illness. She was born May 11, 1945 in Pennsylvania to Harry and Julie Hall and attended Purchase Line High School. She married Joe Soltis in 1962, and the couple celebrated their 61st anniversary this year. Beth and Joe raised their two children, Elizabeth Carol (David) Prokop and Joe (Michele) Soltis in Howland before settling down in Niles. Beth was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Preston Hall. She is survived by her husband, her children, and her grandchildren Rachael and Daniel Prokop. Beth previously worked at Sparkle Market in Niles. Her hobbies included crocheting...

Daisy E. Carder, age 85, of Vienna passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 14, 2023. She was born in Morgantown, WV on January 16, 1938, to the late Jesse L. and Della L. Perkins Lamp. She was preceded in death by her parents; son-in-law, Jon Cole; and 10 siblings. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who cared for her family deeply. She worked hard as a homemaker to take care of her husband and children. She was an accomplished seamstress and was a stickler for details. It can't be said enough how much she loved her children and grandchildren. She will be missed by those who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Carder, Sr.; children, Judith (Bill Collins)...

Elizabeth Jane "Betty" Jakubisin, age 101, of Warren passed away on November 12, 2023 at Community Skilled Nursing Home. Betty was born December 4,1921, the daughter of John A. and Elizabeth T. (McArdle) Stephany, in Warren, Ohio. After graduation she was employed by Peerless Electric. She also worked at Grants and Montgomery Wards. She was an avid bowler after retirement until the age of 80. She was a member of St Pius X Parish where she was an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, enjoyed many bible studies and bus trips. She is survived by her daughters, Jane Lehto, Dublin, Ohio, Kay Jakubisin, Charlotte, NC, Nancy (Karl) Huebner, Delaware, Ohio, Ann (John) Rose, Warren, Ohio; son,...

David Ray "Smokey" Taylor, 86, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Rose Lane Nursing Home in Massillon, Ohio, with his son and daughter-in-law by his side. Smokey was born October 28, 1936, in Masontown, WV to the late Charles and Agatha (Spurgeon) Taylor. He left school after the 8th grade to become a mechanic, and his love of cars stayed with him his entire life. When he was just 15, he went to the BMV in Preston County and claimed to be a year older, just to get his driver's license early. He was drafted into the Army in 1960 and spent time in Germany doing what he loved most - working on vehicles. After his time in the Army, he moved to Bazetta, Ohio to be with his family, and...

Arlington, TX-Wanda Louise Vail-Nix aka Woo, 54, passed away on October 30, 2023, at Texas Health Mansfield Hospital. Wanda was born October 27, 1969, in Warren, Ohio, daughter of Evelyn Vail and late Jerry David Vail, Sr. Wanda was a member of Koinonia Christian Church and active participant of Prayer Without Ceasing prayer line. Wanda loved the Lord, her family, grandkids, bowling, playing pool and making memories with her family. Wanda leaves to cherish her memories her husband, Andre Nix, daughters, DeAndrea Nix, Aundra Nix and Tawana Nix, son, Isaiah Nix, (Texas) seven grandchildren, brother, Jerry D Vail, Jr, sisters, Stacey Vail-Poole, Renee Vail (Columbus)aunties, Madeline Searcy,...

Evelyn M. Miller, age 93 of Cortland, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2023. Evelyn was of the Chrisitan faith. She was born in Greene County, PA on March 25, 1930, to the late Lloyd and Bessie Lohr Moose. Evelyn was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend. She attended Waynesburg High School. She married her husband Paul Miller on January 23, 1954. She worked at Packard Electric until the birth of her daughter Karen and then began the lifelong love of a mother and homemaker. Family was the most important thing to her. She is preceded in death by her husband Paul; parents; sister, Joan Moose; and brother, Charles Moose. She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Don) Beck of...

Virginia M. McCall Cole, age 91, of Cortland went home to be with her Lord with her family by her side on Monday, October 16, 2023. She was born on May 18, 1932, to the late Wilbur McCall and Sarah Blanche Arblaster Evans. She attended Champion High School where she was a cheerleader, majorette, and was also in the homecoming court. She married Edward S. Cole on August 17, 1951, spending 59 wonderful years together. She was a member of Fowler Community Church where she served on the Missionary Helper, Bible Study Group, Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, Kids World, and the Puppet Ministry. She enjoyed tole painting, quilting, and crafts. She was a proud homemaker for her family and...

Linda "Sue" Rice Dagan, age 74, of Mecca passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 15, 2023. She was born in Warren on March 25, 1949, to the late Herbert Charles and Naomi Jane Shoemaker Rice. She was a loving and dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother. She grew up in Vienna attending Mathews High School. She enjoyed her daily walks in the neighborhood, aerobic classes, working crosswords, was an avid reader, and loved music. She is survived by her husband of 54 years Tim Dagan; children, Kelly, Matthew, and Lindsay Dagan; grandchildren; Emma, Lukas, Meda, Oli, and Charlie; brother, Jeff Rice. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Dick Rice, and Drew...

The Reverend Doctor John Henry Griffith, age 91, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, October 9, 2023. He somehow received a message that he had four more days. That same night he was taken to the ER and admitted with sepsis infection and internal bleeding. He was diagnosed three years ago with MDS and dealt with weekly blood transfusions. The nurses in the infusion lab at Trumbull were angels. They took such good care of him, even having a 90th and a 91st birthday party! Two weeks ago, the MDS had progressed to leukemia, and he immediately became much worse. And on the fourth day, at 9:58 am, he had finished his course. John was born on September 20,1932 in Warren, OH, the first child...

James "Jimmy" Oliver, age 68 of Howland, passed away on October 2, 2023 at the Hospice House in Poland. He was born on October 27, 1954, in East Liverpool, OH to his parents Gilbert and Kathleen. Jimmy was a graduate of Howland High School. He recently retired from Green Briar Youngstown Steel Door after 30 plus years. Jimmy was a lifelong Cleveland sports fan, especially the Cleveland Browns. He enjoyed travelling to Alaska, driving his vintage Volkswagen Beetle, and listening to classic rock n roll music. Jimmy also loved to have cookouts with family and friends, riding four wheelers and spending time with his two dogs, Otis, and Chopper. He is preceded in death by his parents; a...

David A. Krugh, 67, passed away Saturday morning, September 16, 2023 at Cortland Healthcare Center. David was born on August 25, 1956 in Warren OH, a son of the late Buddie Jr. Krugh and Vivian Krugh. He loved everyone he met and was loved by all. He enjoyed animals; especially dogs and watching the Cleveland Indians and Pittsburgh Steelers. He attended Fairhaven School and he retired to the Carousel Day Care in Youngstown. He attended God Choice Church, and he is in the hands of God. David lived in family living with two amazing families. They loved him and he flourished. We deeply appreciate Karen McGrew and Cathy, Jonathan, and Leah Gracia. David is survived by his siblings,...

Donna L. Mackey, 78, passed away Thursday afternoon September 13, 2023 at Trumbull Regional Medical Center in Warren. Donna was born on February 20, 1945 in Ida Mae, WV, a daughter of the late Lester S. and Julia P. Long. She was a graduate of Monongah High School became a loving home maker after she married the love of her life, Charles Mackey on December 19, 1964. She was strong woman of faith and a member of the Bolindale Christian Church. She founded the Bolindale Food Pantry. Most of all, she loved to be with her family. Donna will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 58 years, Charles Mackey; daughters, Julie Marinkovich and Laurie VanFossen; grandchildren, Jacob and...

Betty Gayle Thompson, age 88 of Niles passed away peacefully on Monday, September 11, 2023. She was born in Youngstown on June 1, 1935, to the late Wallace and Beatrice Jones Weber. She was preceded in death by her grandchild, Devon Michael Thompson, sisters, Josephine Aston, Beatrice Bullock, and Alice Piper Brink. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church of Niles. She enjoyed music and playing the organ. She was a member of the SCOPE Band, in her spare time she read books and worked on crossword puzzles. She was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She is survived by her son, Michael Thompson;...

David William Ambrose, 78, passed away September 2, 2023 at Shepherd of the Valley in Howland. Dave was born in Warren on July 29, 1945 to David John and Betty Powell Ambrose. He was a 1963 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School and received his bachelor's degree from Hiram College and a master's from Kent State University. Dave began his teaching career at Southington, followed by Champion, Lordstown, Liberty, and Cuyahoga Heights school systems, and ended with INFOhio, the information network for Ohio schools. Dave was well known in the community for his volunteer efforts with numerous organizations. Two of his favorites were the Trumbull County Retired Teachers Association (TRTA)...

John G. Thompson Sr., 86, passed away Thursday morning, August 31, 2023 at Continuing Healthcare in Niles. John was born on October 6, 1936 in Natrona Heights, PA a son of the late William and Sarah Thompson. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He worked for Smith Construction Company driving a low boy transporting heavy equipment to different sites and at Packard Electric until he retired. He enjoyed being outdoors whether he was fishing for muskie, riding his tractor, gardening, and sitting in his backyard enjoying his fires. He also loved spending time with his family. John will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Edith Thompson, whom he married on December 31,...

Donald L. Crist, Jr., age 69, of Niles passed away suddenly August 19, 2023. He was born on April 20, 1954, in Ravenna, OH to the late Donald L. and Earline M. Hodge Crist. After attending Augusta Military Academy as a youth, he graduated from Howland High School, class of 1973. A very hard-worker, Don was industrious and reliable. He worked for US Steel, as a civilian hydraulics and pneumatics technician at Dover Air Force Base, and as a staff sergeant in the US Air Force Reserves. He was very proud of his service to his country and enjoyed his time in the service. After his time in the Air Force, he began a career as a truck owner and operator, working for numerous local trucking...

Arlene Lake Whitmarsh, age 88 of McDonald passed away peacefully on August 18, 2023. She was born in Detroit, MI on January 26, 1935, to the late Paul and Doris D. Adkins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert William Whitmarsh, parents, brother, Paul Adkins and sister, Mary Bevington. She was a loving and caring mother who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was a member of St. Luke Episcopal Church, where she enjoyed singing in the church choir and participating in the church bowling league. She was also a member of the St. Margarets Altar Guild; TOPS, and SCOPE both in Niles. She volunteered with Goodwill for Amblyopia detection in children and worked with...