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Edward "Bud" Smith, age 82, of Warren passed away on February 27, 2024. He was born on October 23, 1941, to the late Edward B. and Mary Thompson Smith. Bud was a loving and caring father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan; he loved gardening and his dogs. Relaxing on his front porch was his favorite pass time. He was always willing to invite the neighbors over to relax or to lend them a helping hand when they were in need. He is survived by his daughter, Colleen (Dave) Perigny of Howland; sister-in-law, Christine Smith of Bazetta; grandchildren, Michael A. Smith, Justin L. Smith, Megan E. (Jeremiah) Drotleff, and Jonathan W....

Florence Maxine Depp, age 89, of North Jackson passed away on Monday, February 12, 2024. She was born in Punxsutawney, PA on October 2, 1934, to the late William and Nellie Horner. She retired from Packard Electric after 30 years. She enjoyed going to the flea markets and gardening. She was married to her husband William Depp and together they had two children, son, Bill (Sherry) of Austintown, her caregiver of 18 years; daughter, Janice (Matthew) of Champion; 4 grandchildren, Nicole, Marla, Michael, Chad; 7 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Depp, sister, Genevieve Harriger, and brothers, William Horner and Donald Guy Horner....

John Dragan, age 93, of Warren passed away Sunday, February 11, 2024. He was born on September 22, 1930, in Warren to the late Stefan and Mary Pawlak Dragan. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and companion who will be deeply missed. He enjoyed spending time dancing, polka, and ballroom dancing were his favorite. He was an avid sports fan and a skilled baseball player who was a prospect of the Chicago Cubs until he went to serve his country in Korea. He was a Korean war veteran serving his country proudly in the Navy, and also a member of the American Legion Post 299 in Sharon, PA. He is survived by his daughter, Linda Cartwright (Brian Milne); granddaughter, Morgan...

Sue Ann Tempesta-Caszatt, beloved mother, wife, sister, and treasured presence in the lives of many, passed away at the age of 62 on February 9, 2024, in Southington, Ohio. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and strength that will be forever remembered by those who knew her. Born Sue Ann Dumire in Warren, Ohio, she brought warmth and compassion to everyone she met. Her generous spirit and unwavering support touched the lives of many throughout her journey. Sue is survived by her devoted son, Josh Tempesta, her loving husband, Jacob Caszatt, her dear sister, Sheri Dumire-Hamilton, her nieces, Genevieve and Gabrielle Hamilton, and numerous beloved brothers and sisters-in-law,...

Ruthanne Rhine passed away February 8, 2024 at her home. She was born September 20, 1944 in Warren, OH, the daughter of the late William Lloyd and Blodwen Ruth Bettiker. Ruthanne was a 1962 graduate of Mathews High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education cum laude from Kent State University in 1975 and her Master of Science in Education from Youngstown State University in 1981. Throughout her 30 year teaching career, Ruthanne contributed considerably to the growth and development of the Mathews community youth through her quiet and gentle guidance in the elementary classroom, 1976 - 2006. Ruthanne was predeceased in 2021 by her loving husband, Jack Rhine, to whom she was...

Mary E. Layton, 95, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024. She was born September 22, 1928 in Girard, the daughter of Frank R. Park and Mary E. Griffin Park. Mary graduated from Niles McKinley High School in 1947. Her husband, Richard R. Layton, whom she married on September 24, 1955, died on October 11, 1987. Survivors include her daughter, Susan (John) Greenfield of Niles with whom she made her home, son Richard (Kathy) Layton of Dover, OH; three grandchildren, Megan (Brett) Bunker of Howland, Scott Greenfield of Howland, and Heather Layton of Bolivar, OH; and one great-grandson, Flynn Bunker. Mary was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Richard; and her brother, Earl, of...

David A. DePaul, 75, of Cortland, passed peacefully at Briarfield Place on Saturday, January 27, 2024. His last days were spent with his children and his guardian angel Rita McIntosh, comforting him on his last journey. David left this world with his son holding his hand, telling him he is loved and will be greatly missed. David was born in Youngstown, Ohio on March 16, 1948 to the late Anthony "Rummy" and Catherine (Clarkson) DePaul. He grew up in Hubbard, Ohio, surrounded by a large extended family with deep roots in the town. He graduated from Hubbard High School in 1966. After school, David worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service for the Youngstown and Boardman...

Thomas E. Urban, 81, of Warren, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, January 26, 2024. He was born December 3, 1942, in Warren, the son of Edward T. and Sophie Urban. He was a 1960 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School and received his BA degree in 1964 from Bowling Green State University. Tom served in the Army National Guard and started working for Republic Steel in 1966 in the Accounting department. When the opportunity was presented, Tom transferred to the growing Information Technology (IT) department. Initially he was a programmer, but as years progressed his duties and responsibilities grew. His titles included: Programmer/Analyst, Sr. Programmer/Analyst, Sr....

Laura Alberta Huffman Sandor, age 98, passed away peacefully to her final resting place in heaven on Sunday, January 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born at home in Fowler Township on August 28, 1925, to the late Frank and Bertie (Lindsley) Huffman. While growing up on the farm, she enjoyed being outdoors with her father as his sidekick helping to do the chores. She was one of eleven children in the household. Attending Fowler High School, Laura was a standout softball player and graduated in 1943. Having met Peter Sandor shortly after graduation, they married on June 11, 1944, and shared 68 years of marriage before his passing in 2012. They spent several years as Texas...

Albert Paul Kijowski Sr., 90, passed away Thursday afternoon, January 4, 2024 at Trumbull Regional Medical Center. Albert was born on November 7, 1933 in McDonald, Ohio, son of the late Michael and Violet (Borawski) Kijowski. He was a graduate of McDonald High School and a proud veteran of the Unites States Army. In the Army he was stationed at the Presidio in San Francisco which was the Head Quarters of the Sixth U.S. Army. He was a participant for nuclear tests at Nevada Proving Grounds, Operation Red Wing at Enewetak, Bikini Atoll, and Marshall Islands for the H Bomb Tests. He was a member of the Niles Police Department and retired as Captain after 39 years of service. He was a member...

Willard Hall Thomason, 94, passed away Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born on April 19, 1929, to Forrest Edward and Florence Priscilla Cutright Thomason. He grew up in Long Run, West Virginia along with eleven siblings. In 1954, he married Corinne Elizabeth Hunt. They were together for 48 years, until her death on January 3rd, 2002. They had four daughters: Brenda (Tim) Evans, Karen (John) O'Leary, Alice (David) Costantino, Connie (Steve) Belko, 12 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. He was proud of his "beautiful family". His surviving sisters are Doris Hodge, Wanda Wilson, Norma Haddix, Ruth Groff, and Carla Branch. Willard was a hard worker at an...

William A. Pickens, age 89, of Warren passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. He was born in Warren on December 21, 1933, to the late William M. and Evelyn M. Peugner Pickens. He was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine Pickens; sister, Janice Pickens; and an infant brother, Dennis Pickens. William was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His family was his highest priority, and he was devoted to them in every way. He was a parishioner at St James and Blessed Sacrament, a faithful and devoted member. One thing some may not know was that William was an amazing pianist. William taught math at Austintown Fitch High School where he was ultimately elected to chairman of...

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,...