Shirley M. Neapolitan, 74, of Struthers, passed away at her home on July 1, 2026. Shirley was born on November 14, 1951, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the late David and Pauline (Nittoli) Shaffer. She was a graduate of Struthers High School. Early in her life, Shirley dedicated herself to raising her children. Later, she worked for and retired from Dick's Sporting Goods. Words cannot express the love Shirley showed to her children and her beloved sister, Alice Wilson. As a mother, ...

Susan “Susie” Lynne Burns, 72, of Poland, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Mercy Health Youngstown with her daughter, husband and son by her side. She was born on October 28, 1953, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of Michael and Helen (Nyako) Polinko. Susie graduated from Howland High School in 1972. Growing up she was a proud member of Saints Peter and Paul Byzantine Catholic Church. Through the years, she worked as an aerobics instructor, at Glenbeigh Hospital and ...

Mathilda "Tillie" Chachko, 95, of Struthers, Ohio, peacefully passed away on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at Aventura at Assumption Village in North Lima, Ohio. Tillie was born on October 12, 1930, in Youngstown, Ohio, to the late Klement and Pauline (Klein) Smreck. Tillie spent more than 50 years as a hairdresser. As the proud owner of Tillie's Beauty Shop in Struthers, she created more than a salon—it became a gathering place where generations of clients became lifelong ...

Betty Marie DeSantis, 63, of Youngstown, OH, passed away on July 3, 2026 following a short battle with cancer. Betty was born on September 13, 1962, in Youngstown, to the late Verna Barnhart and Edwardo Hernandez. Betty was a Jackson Milton High School graduate. She resided in the Struthers area for most of her life where she raised her four children. Betty loved fiercely, protected intensely and never hesitated to stand up for what she believed in. Throughout her life, she found joy in ...

Charles Thomas “Chas” Petrunak, 68, of Struthers, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. He was born September 13, 1957, in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of the late Charles and Florence (Bielawski) Petrunak. He was a lifelong resident of Struthers. Chas was a graduate of Struthers High School and later worked for Struthers City Schools, retiring in 2025. Chas was a man who walked his own path, living life on his own terms and never bending to trends or ...

Kimberly Ann Grybos, 63, of New Middletown, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at her residence. She was born on August 2, 1962, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Peter Roman Sr. and the late Shirley (Dinger) Roman. Kim was a member of St. John the Baptist Church in Campbell. She was a devoted animal lover, enjoyed crafting, and cherished every moment spent with her family. She is survived by her father, Peter Roman, and her brother, Peter G. Roman. Kim was preceded in ...

Catherine M. Sopkovich, 82 of Struthers, died on April 7, 2026. She was born November 1, 1943 in Struthers, Ohio, daughter of the late John and Mary Matijasic (Vrankovich) of Struthers. After graduating from Struthers High School, Catherine worked as a seamstress for Moyer Company in Youngstown and later worked in the restaurant at Fonderlac Country Club (currently known as The Lake Club). Catherine attended St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church in Struthers before marriage, then ...

Veronica M. (Colonie) Gavalier, 83, passed away peacefully at Mercy Health Boardman on April 5, 2026. After a long and blessed life, she is now joyfully reunited with her husband of 58 years Fred Sr. and her beloved son Fred Jr. Born in Cleveland on May 6, 1942, Veronica was the daughter of the late Ernest and Frances (Talani) Colonie. She was raised in the heart of a large, vibrant Italian family, where she developed a life-long love for tradition and the joy of gathering around a table ...

Pierina “Penny” Barone, 97, of Struthers, Ohio, entered into the arms of her Lord on March 18, 2026, passing peacefully in her home. After a long and blessed life, she was joyfully reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Joseph. Born December 12, 1928, in Statigliano, Italy, Penny was the cherished daughter of Frank and Anna Marie (Lombardi) Conti. Her early years were shaped by the traditions of her Italian heritage—faith, family, and the joy of gathering around a ...

Thomas Sweder, 90, of Struthers, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the Hospice House, surrounded by the love and presence of his family. His gentle spirit, steady kindness, and unwavering devotion to those he cared for will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Born June 4, 1935, in Campbell, Ohio, Thomas was the son of the late John and Catherine (Popovich) Sweder. He graduated from Struthers High School in 1952, beginning a lifetime of service, community involvement, ...