STRUTHERS - On Saturday, April 6, 2024, Ann Louise Granchie Bobby, slipped away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of her family. Born May 23, 1945, in Youngstown, to John and Eleanor Wagner Granchie, and raised in Struthers, I’m very proud of my North Side roots and Slovak heritage. Holy Trinity carried a special place in my heart, from the old wooden church at the bottom of the hill where I rang the church bells to the top of the hill where I pinched pirohy. I started my...

Beverly F. Yurcisin, 81, of Lowellville, passed away on  March 27, 2024,  at the St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman. Beverly was born on January 3, 1943, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the late Stanley and Frances (Firlit) Majdeski. She was a graduate of South High School and a member of Christ our Savior Parish, Holy Trinity Church. Beverly worked as a Secretary for Holy Trinity Church for 23 years. She was in charge of the Eucharistic Ministers and the readers at the...

Struthers, Michael A. Montalvo,  A beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, Michael A. Montalvo, 66, of Struthers, passed away in the comfort of his home on March 18, 2024. Michael was born in Campbell, Ohio in 1957 son of the late Emilio and Anna Montalvo. Michael was a graduate of Campbell Memorial High School before studying Criminal Justice at Youngstown State University. Michael was a former longtime employee of Copperweld Steel Mill and General Motors working to support...

Struthers, Randy C. Bollinger 64,  passed away at Mercy Health (St. Elizabeth) Hospital, Youngstown, Ohio on March 8, 2024,  after a prolonged illness. He was surrounded by his cherished family and close friends at the time of his death. Randy was a long-time resident of Struthers, Ohio. Randy was born in Butler, PA. on December 8, 1959, son of the late  Howard and Viola (Ervin) Dunmire Bollinger. Randy was the owner/operator of Rare Beauty Landscaping for many years....

Struthers, Dorothy  Blasko, 95, of Struthers, passed away on  March 8, 2024 at her home. Dorothy was born in Youngstown on August 11, 1928, the daughter of the late John and Catherine Gromofsky. She was a 1946 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School. She worked in the office of the air Conditioning Training Company for 10 years. She was a longtime member of St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church and a member of the Catholic Slovak Ladies Association. She enjoyed reading, gardening,...

STRUTHERS — Steve J. Pavlicko, 84, passed away Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. Steve was born Aug. 12, 1939, in Struthers, son of the late Joseph and Mary Gavlier Pavlicko. Steve worked as a member of PHG “Michigan Hanger,” Susko’s Towing and Garage, Northside Market and Buckeye Auto Mart Inc. Steve enjoyed playing the lottery most of all, especially triple fours; numbers were always on his mind. He also loved playing bingo when he could,...

Austintown, Our precious mother, Pearl Kennedy‐Tablack, passed peacefully, on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, leaving this world a much better place for having been in it. Pearl was born Oct. 12, 1931, in Elwood City, Pa., to Gabriel (Harry) and Antonina Repella Kiddon, and moved to Struthers in 1941. Pearl was a junior high and senior high Wildcat cheerleader (she was proud of that) and graduated from Struthers High School in 1949. She faithfully ministered in the Mahoning County jail and...

Youngstown, Cheryl Lee (Holcomb) Updegraff, 70, passed peacefully on Saturday, February 3, 2024. She was born in Youngstown on July 24, 1953, to the late William and Martha (Washington) Holcomb, she was the youngest of six (four boys, and two girls). A graduate from The Rayen School in 1971. She retired from IGA after over 40 years in customer service. She was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church, serving as a Greeter, counter, cook, and anything else the Lord asked of her. Her love for...

Struthers, Diane T. Barone, 68 of Struthers passed away on Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Boardman surrounded by her loved ones. Diane was born in Youngstown on March 12, 1955, the daughter of the late James D. and Theresa (Wilaj) Barone. Diane was a 1973 graduate of Struthers High School and a member of Holy Trinity Church. Over the years, Diane worked for Hills Department Store, Fashion Bug, as a manager, and the Greenbriar Nursing as an Occupational Therapist...

 Struthers, Alexander J. Sepesy, 96, of Struthers, passed away on December 28, 2023, at the Heritage Manor in Youngstown.  Alex was born on July 23, 1927, in Youngstown, the son of the late Sandor and Anna (Petrik) Sepesy. Alex graduated from Wilson High School. He was a member of Christ our Savior Parish, St. Nicholas Church. Alex served in the US Marine Corps, serving in the Tri-State Detachment in China and Burma. Alex for over 50 years owned and operated Terrace Auto Body in...