Youngstown, James M. Proverbs, 88, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully at Hospice House on  December 1, 2023, with his family at his bedside. Jim was born on July 8, 1935, in Youngstown, the son of the late William and Cora (Graham) Proverbs. He was a 1954 graduate of Chaney High School. Jim worked at the Strouss company until his retirement at the age of 50 to take care of his wife. He loved his antique cars. He was a member of the Mahoning Valley Olde Car Club for 45 years, and past...

Boardman, Bonita Lou Isabella, 72, of Boardman, passed away on  November 26, 2023, at the St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman.      Bonita was born on July 22, 1951, in Hillsville, PA, the daughter of the late Anthony and Theresa (Madalone) Micco. Bonita was a former member of Christ the King Church and the St. Lucy Club, both in Hillsville, PA. She enjoyed playing bingo. She loved cooking and feeding people. She most enjoyed spending time with her family, especially...

Anthony A. Pellice, Jr., 20, of Struthers, passed away on  October 3, 2023 at his home.  Anthony was born on December 10, 2002, in Youngstown to Anthony and Jill (Toth) Pellice, Sr. Anthony enjoyed music, gaming, and following his favorite sports teams, Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers.   Anthony is survived by his father, Anthony A. Pellice Sr., his grandmother, Effie Pellice,  his siblings, Izabela Pellice, Jaxs (Kailee) Pellice, Anthony A. Pellice, Jr., Holli Badila,...

Robert Charles Shaw, 65, of Youngstown, passed away on  October 2, 2023, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Boardman. Robert was born on December 20, 1957, in Los Angeles, CA., son of the Donald and Audrey (Underwood) Shaw. Robert served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He later worked for Schwebels Baking Company. Robert was a very caring person, a good friend, a father figure, and loved his family, and his dogs.  He had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed playing golf and...

North Olmsted, Ohio Rhonda Kay Stofko, a devoted wife to Jeffrey for 33 years, a loving mother to Corey, Molly, and Robert, and a dedicated teacher, suddenly passed away on September 23, 2023, at the age of 57. Rhonda was born on January 11, 1966, in New Castle, PA; daughter of Patty and Ronald Cupp. She graduated from Springfield Local High School in 1984. She went on to study at Youngstown State University, graduating in 1989. She then received a Master’s Degree in Education from...

Struthers, With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carol Ann Boughner, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. Carol peacefully departed from this world on September 10, 2023, at 76, surrounded by her loved ones. Carol was born on June 4, 1947, to John and Emily Shargo in Youngstown, Ohio, where she developed a strong sense of community and compassion that would define her life. On June 22, 1968, she married the love of her life, Robert Eugene Boughner,...

Youngstown, Pearl M. "Peggy" Merolillo, 84, formerly of Campbell. went home to be with the Lord on  September 9, 2023.  Peggy was born on March 15, 1939, in Bellaire, Ohio, the daughter of the late Benjamin and Sarah (Grapes) Rose. Peggy worked in sales for Jewel Mart, in Youngstown, and later did Home Health Care. Peggy was a longtime member of Victory Christian Center where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School, and was part of many other church...

Lowellville, Theresa J. Basista, 91 Services will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 10:30 am at Christ the Good Shepherd Parish/St John the Baptist Church for Theresa J. Basista who passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 27, 2023. Theresa was born on September 26, 1931, a daughter of Waclaw and Petronela Zeyzus in Export, Pennsylvania. She was a 1955 college graduate of Pitt University with a degree in pharmacy and had the distinguished honor of having Jonas...

Loretta Marie Maceyko passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 at The Inn at Poland Way,  Loretta was born on June 15,1935, in Youngstown, a daughter of Michael and Susan Antal Matis. She was a 1953 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, in Youngstown, Ohio.  Loretta was proud to say that she skipped second grade and graduated high school when she was just 16 years old. During high school, she worked at a bakery. Later on, she was a telephone switchboard operator at...

Campbell, Tina Joi (Grimm)  Polas, 65, passed away on  August 5, 2023,  at the Ohio State Medical Center in Columbus, OH.  Tina was born on March 20, 1958, in Youngstown. Daughter of the late Gary and Constance (Lloyd) Grimm.  Tina worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse, (LPN)  for Legacy. Tina loved being a nurse. She loved taking care of people and always did everything she could for children. She enjoyed art and liked to draw and paint growing up. Tina loved...