WASHINGTONVILLE, Ohio – David Allen Volpe, age 79, died on Monday, February 5, 2018 at Austinwoods in Austintown.

He was born May 11, 1938 in Salem, the son of the late John and Thelma (Vignon) Volpe.

David retired in 2000 after 50 years as the owner of Dave’s Barber Shop in Washingtonville.

He was a graduate of Leetonia High School and the Akron Barber College.

David was a member of Robbins United Methodist Church in Washingtonville, Washingtonville Sportsman’s Club, Ham Radio Operator and French Club.

He was an avid fisherman in Canada for 46 years and liked to plant trees.

Survivors include his wife, Rosemary (Troy) Volpe, whom he married September 11, 1960; a son, Daniel (Tammy) Volpe of Salem; a daughter, Tracy (Dan) Homan of Salem; a sister, Sandra Grove of Stow as well as two grandchildren, Tory (Matt) Rhodes and Brandon (Rochelle Neel) Homan.

A private family service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Friday, February 9 at the Stark Memorial Funeral Home.

Private family calling hours will be held from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon at the funeral home with Pastor Cindi Midlick officiating.

Burial will be held at Washingtonville Cemetery.

Please visit www.starkmemorial.com to send online condolences to the Volpe family.

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania – Duane E. Euard, 59, of Greenville, Pennsylvania, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at his residence.

He was born in Sharon, Pennsylvania on March 13, 1958, to the late Merle and Josephine A. (Alfredo) Euard.

Duane attended Greenville High School.

He previously worked for Shenango Inc. in Sharpsville and was currently working for Ellwood Engineered Castings in Hubbard, Ohio as a facilitator.

He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing and especially enjoyed an annual trout fishing trip with his brother, Lee.

Duane is survived by a daughter, Michelle Euard-Leutza and her husband, David, of Thorsby, Alabama; a son, Scott Euard and his fiancé, Corena Brenizer of Greenville; a granddaughter, Lynnzie Euard; two stepgrandchildren, Lucas and Leela; a brother, Lee D. Euard and his wife, Judy, of Cordele, Georgia; a sister, Carol Euard of Greenville and several nieces and nephews, including his closest nephew, Todd Keep of Fredonia.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 7 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Osborne-Williams Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 73-75 Columbia Avenue, Greenville, where a funeral service will begin at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Robert Robertson, pastor of First Church of God in Greenville, officiating.

Cremation will follow the services and his cremains will be buried at Hadley Cemetery.

Messages of sympathy, stories and photos can be shared at www.osborne-williams.com.

NEW CASTLE, Pennsylvania – Gomer St. Claire Emery passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at the Lawrence County Geri-Care Assisted Living facility.

Mr. Emery was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania on September 26, 1926 to the former Charlotte Bernice Taylor and Gomer William Emery.

In 1945 Mr. Emery married the former Mafalda “Muff” Sfreddo, they were married for 64 years when she died in 2009.

Mr. Emery served in the U.S. Army from 1944 to 1947 with two tours in Europe which included time in France, Austria and Czechoslovakia where he joined the 94th Division of General Patton’s Third Army for the May 6 liberation of Pilsen. During his time in the Army Mr. Emery was a part of the divisional boxing team and after the war served as a Theatrical Technician in Bramberg, Germany. He was a great-grandson of William Sylvester Emery from Kentucky who served in the Civil war and spent time in the Libby Prison War Camp.

Mr. Emery worked as a seamless pipe inspector at the Youngstown Sheet & Tube/LTV Company then upon their closing as a custodian for the New Castle Area Schools.

Gomer was also a musician who played trumpet professionally with other local jazz musicians during 1950-1970 era. As a young man he grew up in a musical home where his mother taught piano, organ, voice and accordion. He studied classical music under the instruction of Mary Franchiser of Youngstown, Ohio and later transformed his piano playing from classical to jazz, often entertaining family and friends at the piano in his home.

Mr. Emery was an avid reader, spent countless hours watching C-Span and particularly enjoyed Book-TV.

He was a social member of the C.G.’s Club, the Calabrese Club and the Sons of Italy Lodge where until recently he enjoyed time with local friends and family on a regular basis.

Mr. Emery is survived by his son, John P. Emery with whom he lived until moving to the Lawrence County Geri-Care Assisted Living Facility. He is also survived by a daughter, Anita M Emery and partner, Betsy of Whispering Pines, North Carolina; daughter-in-law, Sarah Emery; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and a brother, Norman L Emery of Binghamton, New York.

Mr. Emery is reunited in death with his wife, Mafalda; his oldest son, Gomer “Tony” Emery; his daughter, Jennie Cialella Smiley; his parents and his beloved grandparents.

A celebration of life service for Gomer S. Emery will be held at the William F. & Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home, 926 Cunningham Avenue, on Sunday, February 11, 2018 from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

A Blessing Service will be held Sunday, February 11 at 3:00 p.m., Deacon John Carrann will officiate.

A television tribute will air Wednesday, February 7 at the following approximate times:
6:41 a.m. WYTV and 8:41 a.m. MyYTV and 9:58 a.m. on FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

WARREN, Ohio – Herbert L. Stottlemire, age 70, died Saturday, February 3, 2018 at St. Joseph Hospital in Warren.

Herbert was born March 16, 1947 in Buckeye, West Virginia to the late Harry and Lou (Morrison) Stottlemire.

He was a proud Veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam war.

Herbert worked for Luntz Steel in Warren as a crane operator before taking a job with the Army Corps of Engineers. He retired from the Army Corps with over 30 years of service.

He enjoyed woodworking and compiling his family genealogy. He enjoyed watching TV with his family, especially Jeopardy, NCIS and Andy Griffith.

Besides his parents, Herbert is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 35 years, the former Kathlyn “Kathi” Yingling, she died October 26, 2012. His granddaughter, Ashley Jane; sister, Varina Wiseman and brothers, Frank “Richard” Stottlemire and John Stottlemire.

Herbert will be forever missed by his daughter, Kimberly (Jimmy) Quinn; his sons, Daniel (JoAnna) Stottlemire and Brian (Selena) Stottlemire; grandchildren, Jon, Sierra, David, Victoria and Noah; his sisters, Mary Jordan and Becky Mechling and his brothers Dave Stottlemire and Ronald Stottlemire.

Friends may call 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at the Lane Funeral Homes, Roberts-Clark Chapel, 180 Garfield Drive NE in Warren. A funeral service will begin at 7:00 p.m. with Pastor Jessie Howard, Jr., officiant.

A television tribute will air Wednesday, February 7 at the following approximate times:
12:25 p.m. WKBN, 6:58 p.m. on MyYTV and 10:37 p.m. FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

LISBON, Ohio – Randy J. Narehood, 53, died Sunday afternoon, February 4, at Salem Regional Medical Center following a short illness.

Born August 28, 1964 in Canton, he was a son of Shirley Gardner and the late Robert D. Narehood.

He worked as a handyman and at Giant Eagle.

Survivors include his mother of Lisbon; a brother, Robert (Bonnie) Narehood of Lisbon; a sister, Ronda Narehood of East Palestine and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father; stepmother, Hattie Narehood and stepfather, Kenneth Gardner.

There will be a memorial service led by Shirley Griffin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 9 at the Weber Funeral Home.

BOARDMAN, Ohio – A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 9, 2018 at St. Patrick’s Church 1420 Oak Hill Avenue, Youngstown, for Jennie J. (Crisucci) Colla, 93, of Boardman who passed away Sunday morning, February 4, 2018, which marked the 50th anniversary of her husband Ralph’s passing, with family by her side.

Jennie will always be remembered and loved by her family and friends for so many beautiful qualities. She was a woman of pure strength, kindness, compassion, gentleness, caring, humbleness and a sense of humor, which always included a joke that would make anyone smile.

Jennie was born June 10, 1924, in the Brier Hill section of Youngstown, the daughter of Peter Crisucci (San’t Onofrio, Calabria, Italy) and Margaret (Lendi) Crisucci (Naples, Italy).

Jennie was a life long resident of Youngstown and a graduate of The Rayen High School.

She was a member of the Daughters of San Antonio and St. Patrick’s Church, Youngstown, where she devoutly participated in the Novena service for over 30 years.

Jennie was a devoted mother and a proud homemaker and her family was the center of her life. Her family will miss all her excellent Italian cooking and baking especially around the holidays.

A past “Italian Woman of The Year” in Youngstown, Jennie had many passions throughout her life. She enjoyed traveling, dancing and playing golf in the Reserve Run Golf League. Jennie was an avid San Francisco 49ers football fan.

Her husband Ralph William Colla, Sr. whom she married at St. Anthony’s Church of Youngstown, on June 7, 1947 died February 4, 1968.

She leaves behind to cherish her precious memories her children, Dr. Ralph W. (Nancy) Colla, Nick (Diane) Colla, James (Karen) Colla, Marilyn (Dominick) Daltorio, Jeanne (Carmen) Silvestri, Barbara (Terry) Daprile and Thomas (Janine Saykes) Colla, 28 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; a sister, Delores “Smokey” Crisucci of Riverside, California and a sister-in-law, Rosemarie “JuJu” Colla of Boardman. Jennie also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.

Besides her parents and husband, Jennie was preceded in death by two brothers, Anthony “TC” and James Crisucci and three sisters, Minnie Ciochetto, Maryann Crisni and Rose Alba Marizio Morgan.

Family and friends may pay their respects on Thursday, February 8, 2018 from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market Street, Boardman (new location).

Everyone is asked to meet directly at St. Patrick’s Church on Friday morning, February 9 to celebrate Jennie’s Mass that will begin at 10:00 a.m.

Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown.

On behalf of Jennie’s family, they would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude and thanks to the entire staff of Shepherd of The Valley Nursing facility and Hospice of the Valley for all the care and compassion shown to them during her time with them.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to sign the guest book and send condolences to Jennie’s family.

A television tribute will air Wednesday, February 7 at the following approximate times:
6:41 a.m. WYTV and 8:41 a.m. MyYTV and 9:58 a.m. on FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

BOARDMAN, Ohio – A Memorial Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 10 at St. Christine Church, for Jo Anne M. Gatta, 70, of Boardman, who passed away peacefully Sunday Morning, February 4.

Jo Anne was born October 30, 1947 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Joseph and Harriet Rossi Moschella.

She was an Ursuline High School graduate and had worked at Holowach’s Super Duper in Cornersburg.

Jo Anne was a member of St. Christine Church and loved spending time with her family.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Sabrina Hoffman and Sam Gatta II, both of Boardman; a brother, Ronald (Judy) Moschella of Boardman and two grandchildren, Haley and James Hoffman.

Besides her parents, Jo Anne is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Alexis Hoffman.

Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 10 at St. Christine Church prior to Mass.

Jo Anne’s family wishes to thank the staff at Beeghly Oaks for their compassionate care.

Arrangements are by the Fox Funeral Home Boardman. Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to send condolences.

A television tribute will air Wednesday, February 7 at the following approximate times:
12:25 p.m. WKBN, 6:58 p.m. on MyYTV and 10:37 p.m. FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 10 at the F.D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., for Mr. Donnell C. “Snake” Green, Sr., 75, Youngstown, whom departed this life on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at his residence.

Mr. Green, Sr., was born January 24, 1943 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, a son of Hershey and Ulla Vincent Green.

He worked for General Motors as a die setter for over 40 years.

He enjoyed fishing and playing cards and his favorite team was the Oakland Raiders.

He leaves his son; Donnell C. Green, Jr.; granddaughters, Decoria, Doneshia, Donielle, Keilee and Kayla; six great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives of friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Wilsa Mae Green.

Friends may call from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the F.D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home, Inc.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – There will be a Mass of Christian Burial held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 10 at St. Edward Church, for Inez Therese Naples, 92, who passed away Monday, February 5, 2018 with her loving family at her side.

Inez was born May 11, 1925 in Bradley, Ohio, the daughter of Dominic and Nicolina (Pillicioni) Albanesi.

She lived the majority of her life in Youngstown, Ohio.

Inez graduated from the Rayen School in 1944.

She worked at the General Electric Plant in Youngstown and at Sparkle Market for 17 years.

Inez was a longtime member of St. Edward Parish.

Inez will be remembered as a remarkably generous, kindhearted, thoughtful, very religious and hardworking woman. These are values she demonstrated that are most treasured by her daughter. She loved to dance, bowl, cook, work in her yard and make ceramics. Her favorite teams were the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Cleveland Cavaliers. She enjoyed watching her favorite shows on TV and reading her newspaper and prayers. She spent many hours praying for family and friends and people she barely knew. She most of all delighted in spending time with her family, whom she loved deeply. The world has lost a member of “The Greatest Generation”; yet we rejoice in what we have learned because they lived.

Inez leaves behind to hold onto her precious memory her beloved daughter, Debbie and her son-in-law, with whom she made her home for the last three years and her only grandson, William, whom she cherished and his wife. She also leaves behind a sister, Phyllis (Lu Lu) Corsell, along with numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews and many friends.

Inez was preceded in death by her husband, William Naples and her sister, Frances Kesic.

Family and friends may pay their respects at Schiavone Funeral Home, 1842 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, on Friday evening, Febraury 9 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. and at the church, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown, on Saturday morning, February 10 at 9:30 a.m. prior to Mass.

Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Easter Seals or St. Edward Parish.

A television tribute will air Wednesday, February 7 at the following approximate times:
12:25 p.m. WKBN, 6:58 p.m. on MyYTV and 10:37 p.m. FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

WARREN, Ohio – Patricia A. (Kniszek) King, 76, of Warren, passed away Monday evening, February 5, 2018 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital.

“Patti”, as she was known, was born May 16, 1941 in Massillon, the daughter of the late Albert and Jennie (Krumpensky) Kniszek.

She spent most of her adult life as a homemaker and was previously employed with the former Packard Electric Corp.

She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish (Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church) in Warren, where she enjoyed singing in the choir.

Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Patti is survived by her two daughters, Sandra (Robert) Green, of Warren and Pamela (Kenneth) Von Bergen, of Champion, with whom she made her home; two sisters, Nancy Dolney, of Warren and Linda (Joe) Kurilla, of Cortland; grandchildren, Brooke (Joseph) Steines, Heather Cimmento, Rick Von Bergen, Angelica Prestigomo and Kenny (Nina) Von Bergen and great-grandchildren, Bryson and Bella Cimmento, Anthony Steines, and Aiden, Austin and Addy Von Bergen and Camden Von Bergen.

Besides her parents, Patti was preceded in death by her husband, Rick King; a sister, Evelyn November; a sister and brother-in-law, Gertrude (Chester) Hayda and an infant son.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 9 at the Carl W. Hall Funeral Home, 533 North Park Avenue, Warren.

Friends may call from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 9 at the funeral home.

Patti will be laid to rest in All Souls Cemetery, Bazetta Township.

The family requests that material contributions be made to the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, 812 Youngstown Kingsville Road, Vienna, Ohio, 44473 in her memory.

Online condolences can be sent to Patti’s family by visiting www.carlwhall.com.

LEWISTOWN, Pennsylvania – Paul Oliver Bowser, 66, of Lewistown, Pennsylvania, formerly of New Castle, died Monday, February 5, 2018 at the William Penn Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Lewistown, Pennsylvania.

He was born September 3, 1951 in New Castle, a son of the late Paul O Bowser, Sr. and Clarissa (Black) Arkwright, his mother survives in Florida.

Mr. Bowser was a sportscaster for a number of high school football teams in Florida, he also was a preacher for various churches in the Holiday, Florida area.

He enjoyed needlepoint and was an avid football fan and Florida Gators fan.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his stepdaughter, Monika Homan and her husband, Shawn of McVeytown, Pennsylvania; two brothers, Ronald Bowser of Cedar Park, Texas and Wayne Arkwright of Holiday, Florida; one sister, Barbara Shortway of Port Richie, Florida and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by his stepfather, Warren Arkwright.

Visitation will be held at the William F. and Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home, 926 Cunningham Avenue on Friday, February 16 from 12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be held Friday, February 16 at 1:00 p.m. at the William F. DeCarbo Memorial Chapel with Rev. Shawn Homan, officiating.

CANFIELD, Ohio – Marilyn D. Richards-Batisky, 70, of Canfield, died Monday afternoon, February 5, 2018 at St. Joseph Health Center in Warren.

She was born March 5, 1947 in Warren, the daughter of the late Raymond Ellwood and Thelma Beatrice Branch Cochran. She was a Trumbull county resident most of her life.

Marilyn was a 1965 graduate of Leavittsburg High School and then served briefly in the U.S. Navy.

She worked for Trumbull Memorial Hospital for 26 years as an administrative assistant in the purchasing department, then worked as a secretary for the Cafaro Corp. for several years. Recently, she has worked for the Brookdale Cornersburg Senior Living Center in Youngstown.

Marilyn was a longtime member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Warren. She was a loving, selfless and caring wife, mom and grandma.

She is survived by her husband of nearly 19 years, Donald L. J. Batisky, whom she married August 21, 1999; one daughter, Amber M. Richards of Bristolville; four stepchildren, Dr. Donald Lee Batisky of Atlanta, David R. (Nikki) Batisky of Ft. Myers, Florida, Doris J. (Ted) O’Donnell of Bayse, Virginia and Darren M. Batisky of Pittsburgh; one granddaughter, Raven E. Keirsey of Bristolville; six stepgrandchildren, David Lee, McKaylee, Kasmer, Kaitlyn, Jacob and Kyle; one brother, Tim R. (Debbie) Cochran of North Port, Florida and two nephews, Timothy (Teresa) Cochran and Sean Cochran.

One brother, Terry D. Cochran preceded her in death January 30, 2018.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10 at Lane Family Funeral Homes, Roberts-Clark Chapel in Warren, where the family will receive friends for one hour prior to the 11:00 a.m. service.

Burial will be at Crown Hill Burial Park in Vienna.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Joanie Abdu Breast Cancer Fund, care of 524 Park Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44504.

Online condolences may be made to Marilyn’s family at www.robertsclarkchapel.com.

WEST MIDDLESEX, Pennsylvania – Emma Jean Davis of West Middlesex passed away at 7:35 a.m. Tuesday, February 6, 2018. She was 89.

Mrs. Davis was born April 9, 1928, in Brush Run, Strattanville, Pennsylvania, a daughter of Allen Bruce and Philamena Gertrude (Aaron) Wilson.

She was a 1945 graduate of Clarion Limestone High School.

Jean was a homemaker and of the Catholic faith.

She lived a wonderful life and enjoyed traveling, quilting, reading and gardening.

Her husband, Russell D. Davis, whom she married in December 1949, passed away in March, 1990.

Jean will be deeply missed by her family, which includes two daughters, Sharon “Sherri” (Robert) Liro, Sharon and Rhonda (Donald) Marley, Virginia Beach, Virginia; a son, Timothy (Lorraine) Davis, Cogan Station, Pennsylvania; two granddaughters, Michelle (Brandon) Piper and Elizabeth Marley; a great-grandson, Kayden Piper; a brother, Bill “Pal” Wilson, Clarion, Pennsylvania and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, Jean was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Iva Marie “Toot” Burkhardt.

There are no calling hours or service at the request of Jean.

Burial will be in America’s Cemetery, Hermitage.

Arrangements by J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State Street, Sharon.

A television tribute will air Wednesday, February 7 at the following approximate times:
12:25 p.m. WKBN, 6:58 p.m. on MyYTV and 10:37 p.m. FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

HOWLAND, Ohio – Sometimes the brightest star glows for the shortest time. Born November 15, 1995, Ross Griffin, our super nova, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2018 after bringing joy to all who knew him.

Ross embodied a zest for people and friendships; to know Ross for a minute was to know a true friend. Classmates and teammates from grade school through college knew him as loyal, generous and funny. Whatever he embraced, he immersed himself into. A better son, grandson and brother are not to be found anywhere. He reveled in spending time with his Sigma Pi (Epsilon Chapter) fraternity brothers, friends, family and cousins.

A great student and sportsman, Ross lettered at Howland High School in choir, basketball and double lettered in football. He was voted Homecoming King and graduated in 2014. Throughout his time at Ohio University he made time to find a pickup ball game. Thoughtful notes, voicemails, calls and texts to his family and friends were a hallmark. He enjoyed snowboarding and fishing, even landing a hammerhead shark this past summer. Ross made us all feel special. Taken far too soon, we already miss his infectious smile and gentle, competitive, fun loving spirit. Greetings with a hug and departures with “I love you” were Ross.

Ross will be missed by his parents, William and Kimberly Griffin; brother, Connor (Lacey Burns); grandparents, Arthur and Annabelle Griffin, Bill and Betty Lou Mink and Darlene and Dan Crouse. He also leaves aunts, Pam (Dr. James) Martuccio, Janie (Kevin) Cunningham and Heidi (David) VanDevender; uncle, Bob (Cindy) Griffin; cousins, Jack and James Martuccio, Christopher Simons, Amanda Cunningham, Mackenzie Wilhelm and Matthew and Haley VanDevender.

Calling hours will be Friday, February 9 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Peter Rossi and Sons Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Road NE, Warren, Ohio, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Blessed Sacrament Church, 3020 Reeves Road NE, Warren, Ohio at 2:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to the Howland Football Stadium Foundation, c/o Marc Lambert, 115 Westwind Drive, Warren, Ohio 44484 or the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County (awlrescueme.com).

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to sign the guest book, and send condolences to the Griffin family.

A television tribute will air Wednesday, February 7 at the following approximate times:
6:41 a.m. WYTV and 8:41 a.m. MyYTV and 9:58 a.m. on FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

WARREN, Ohio – Ruthann Bernard, 69, passed away at Trumbull Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, February 6, 2018.

Ruthann was born on November 2, 1948 in Washington County, Pennsylvania, the only child of John and Ida (Livingston) Motchkoski.

Ruthann spent her 40 year career at the Trumbull Community Action Program. She retired in 2016 as the head of transportation.

Besides her family, one of her greatest joys was playing bingo with her numerous friends.

Visitation for Ruthann will be held on Saturday, February 10 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Lane Funeral Homes, Roberts-Clark Chapel, Warren.

Following calling hours, cremation will take place.

Ruthann is survived by her sons, Edward and Randy Hackenson; her grandchildren, Brittany (Travis) Ward, Ashley (Brandon) Crance, Nicolas (Chelsea) Hackenson, Carson and Tori Hackenson; her great-grandchildren, Troy and Brooklyn Ward and Natalie Crance and her best friend, Patty Knight.

Ruthann was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Howard Hackenson and her second husband, James Bernard.

WAMPUM, Pennsylvania – Hugh Allen Hall, 68, of Park Drive, Wampum, died Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at UPMC Jameson Hospital in New Castle.

He was born November 16, 1949 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Howard and Gladys (Hughes) Hall.

He married Jessie P. (Smock) Hall on December 8, 1982, she survives in Wampum.

Mr. Hall was a car detailer for New Honda City retiring after ten years.

He loved the outdoors and camping.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two stepchildren, Greg Stiger of New Castle and Jodi Yoho of New Castle; four sisters, Betty Hollerback of Plymouth, Pennsylvania, Barbara Sullivan of Hemlock Creek, Pennsylvania, Janet Cox of Dallas, Pennsylvania and Nancy Russnack of Lawrenceville, Virginia; one granddaughter, Kayla Doerfler and one great-grandson, Dominick Doerfler.

He was also preceded in death by four brothers, Howard Hall, David Hall, George Hall and Dale Hall and one sister, Gladys Breeland.

There are no services scheduled.

Funeral arrangements are by the William F. and Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home, 926 Cunningham Avenue.

COLUMBIANA, Ohio – After a 14-month battle with cancer, on Tuesday, February 6, 2018, Candice Downie, age 54, passed away at home surrounded by her wonderful loving family.

She was born in Burbank, California on January 14, 1964 to Harold and Carolyn (Vesneske) Oesch.

Candice is survived by her best friend and loving husband, James Downie, of Columbiana; sons, Dee Austin Decker, Devin Andrew Decker and James Harold Downie; stepdaughters, Sabrina Downie, Brittany Downie and Nicole Downie; grandson, Dayten Decker; siblings, Michelle Oesch, Michael Oesch and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

​Everything she touched was blessed from here to eternity. Her spirit lives on through those she inspired!

Arrangements handled by Cremation & Funeral Service by Gary S. Silvat, Inc. To leave condolences for the family go to www.cremateohio.com.

Arrangements handled by Cremation & Funeral Service by Gary S. Silvat, Inc. To leave condolences for the family go to www.cremateohio.com.

WARREN, Ohio – Dana Lamont Russell, 45, of 770 Fourth Street SW, Warren, Ohio, departed this life Sunday, February 4, 2018 at 11:04 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, following an extended illness.

He was born December 3, 1972 in Warren, Ohio, the son of Jerry David Vail, Sr. and Alberta “Bunch” Russell.

Mr. Russell was employed as a paralegal in a local law firm for a year and while living in Washington, D.C. from 2000-2003 he worked as an elementary education specialist.

He was a member of Elim Christian Center and loved Bingo and spending time with family.

He graduated in 1991 from Warren G. Harding High School and in 2017 from ETI as a paralegal.

He leaves to mourn his mother, Ms. Alberta “Bunch” Russell of Warren; two brothers, Jerry David (Lisa) Vail, Jr. of Columbus and LeShun (Alicia) Daniels, Sr. of Eden Prairie, Minnesota; eight sisters, Mrs. Lisa (Keith) Burgess of University Heights, Mrs. Wanda (Andre) Nix of Lawrenceville, Georgia, Ms. Stacey Vail and Mrs. Renee (Andre) Vail-Wolford both of Columbus, Mrs. Cynthia (John) Porter, Jr., Mrs. Yvette (Douglas) Patterson, Ms. Keysa Russell and Ms. Melinda Hudson all of Warren and a host of relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father; one sister, Ms. Natasha Russell; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Ted and Kate Russell, Ms. Madeline Vail and Eugene McClain.

Memorial Services will be held Saturday, February 10, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Elim Christian Center.

Calling hours will be held one hour prior to service 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Arrangements of comfort were handled by the Sterling-McCullough Williams Funeral Home.

A television tribute will air Thursday, February 8 at the following approximate times:
12:25 p.m. WKBN, 6:58 p.m. on MyYTV and 10:37 p.m. FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

AUSTINTOWN, Ohio – There will be services at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10 at Lane Family Funeral Homes-Austintown Chapel for Margaret E. Baker, 89, who passed away Monday evening February 5 at Windsor House at Canfield.

Margaret was born October 22, 1928 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a daughter of Lawrence and Dulcey Heasley Huffman, coming to the Youngstown area in 1975.

She was a graduate of Shaler High School.

Margaret was an accountant in Pittsburgh for many years. She was then employed with various nursing homes as an administrator in the Youngstown area before retiring in 1987.

Later in life, Margaret had the blessing of sharing precious time not just with her beautiful family but also her large circle of friends, who became like family. All who knew her, loved her.

She was a member of First Federated Church of North Jackson.

Margaret was also a member of the Lake Milton Women’s Association where she was a past president, treasurer and secretary, the Austintown Optimist Club and the Red Hat Society. She was also a past president of the Herons Landing Home Owners Association.

Margaret enjoyed reading and traveling, especially to Hilton Head, South Carolina.

Margaret’s first husband, Robert Ferla, whom she married September 20, 1948, died in 1974 and her second husband, Thomas Baker, whom she married in 1976, died January 31, 2006.

She is survived by her daughters, Darlene A. (Richard) Schaefer of Austintown, Kathie L. (Terry) Bardwell of Hudson, Sue (Bill) Lemmon of Lake Milton and Diane (Bill) Purnell of Austintown; her brothers, Bill Huffman and Tom (Susan) Huffman, both of Pittsburgh; her grandchildren, Doug (Aimee) Schaefer, Katie (Josh) Silfies, Kelsey (Adam) Blazak, Kipp Lemmon, Kris (Andrea) Lemmon, Kim (Jim) Donithan, Eric (Shelly) Derrow and Shelly (John) Justice; her great-grandchildren, Liam, Lennix and Nora and her Maltese dog, Charlie.

Besides her parents and husbands, Margaret was preceded in death by her daughter, Joanne (Harry) Darrow; her brother, Larry (Jean) Huffman; her sister, Pat (Steve) Spirnock and her sisters-in-law, Marge Huffman and Linda Huffman.

Friends may call from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday, February 9 at the Lane Family Funeral Homes-Austintown Chapel and 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 10 prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given to MVI Hospice, 4891 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44505.

A television tribute will air Thursday, February 8 at the following approximate times:
6:41 a.m. WYTV and 8:41 a.m. MyYTV and 9:58 a.m. on FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.

NORTH JACKSON, Ohio -There will be a Divine Liturgy of Catholic Burial held on Saturday, February 10, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. at the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, 2759 N. Lipkey Road, North Jackson, Ohio with Chorbishop Anthony Spinosa officiating for Giovannina “Joanne” (Colatruglio) Mediati, 74, of North Jackson, who was carried by angels to her Heavenly reward on Monday morning, February 5, 2018 with her loving family by her side.

Giovannina will always be remembered and loved by her family and friends as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, daughter and most importantly, a child of God. Giovannina had so many beautiful qualities; she was kind, considerate and always gave more than she received.

She was born November 9, 1943 in San Bartolomeo in Galdo, Benevento, Italy, the daughter of Raffaele and Lucia (D’Andrea) Colatruglio and came to the United States on June 13, 1955.

Giovannina was a true matriarch and loved to gather all her family and friends for celebrations while she prepared and served the food. It was always magic in the kitchen. Her family will miss all her excellent cooking and baking, especially her meatballs, homemade bread, greens and potatoes and Easter bread, just to name a few.

She not only worked as the event coordinator and cook but was also a faithful volunteer at the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon for 40 years. For those lucky enough to cross her path, not only were their bodies fed but their souls were nourished as well. She was a spiritual light to everyone.

Giovannina was a very spiritual woman who had a special devotion to the Blessed Mother. She was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica and the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon. She served as past president of the Rosary Group, past president of the dinner/dance committee, was a team leader for the 25 Club dinners and helped on the committee for St. Rocco’s and St. Joseph’s Feast Days. She also was a member of the Infant Jesus of Prague Guild of the former Sacred Heart Church, a member of St. Rocco Society in Hillsville, Pennsylvania and a member of the Our Lady Mixed Bowlers League.

Giovannina had many passions throughout her life. She enjoyed flowers, Italian music, gardening, singing and dancing. She was a beautiful woman who held her love, faith and family dearest to her heart. Her legacy will be carried on by her family and all those who knew her.

Giovannina leaves to cherish her memory, the love of her life, her husband of over 54 years, Rocco Mediati whom she married on May 18, 1963 at St. Vitus Church, New Castle, Pennsylvania; her devoted children, Rocco and Susan Mediati, Raffaele and Amanda Mediati, Marco and Antonella Mediati, Rosa and Joseph Calabria and Daniel Mohn; her grandchildren, Brian, Rachel, Matthew and Nathaniel Trail, Gabriella, Marissa, Marina, Marco, Gianna and Dante Mediati, Bryce Noel, Steven German, Joseph and Maria Mohn; her great-grandchildren, Silas, Sierra and Grayson Trail; a sister, Donatina Circelli; a brother-in-law, Matteo Reino and her sisters-in-law, Maria Colatruglio, Carmella Romeo and Giovanna Vennetti.

Besides her parents, Giovannina was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Judy Mohn; two sisters, Maria Pasqualina Reino and Maria Circelli; a brother, Pietrangelo Colatruglio; three brothers-in-law, Pasquale Circelli, Peter Polito and Armond Vennetti and a sister-in-law, Maria and her husband, Rocco Sansotta.

Family and friends may pay their respects on Friday, February 9, 2018 from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. and on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m., followed by Divine Liturgy at 10:00 a.m., all held at the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, 2759 N. Lipkey Road, North Jackson, Ohio.

Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown.

In lieu of flowers and to honor Giovannina’s life, the family requests material donations be made to the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Lebanon, 2759 N. Lipkey Road, North Jackson, Ohio 44451.

On behalf of Giovannina’s family, they would like to extend heartfelt appreciation and thanks to the many doctors, nurses, family members and friends for all the prayers, care and support shown to them and to her throughout this difficult time.

“Sempre famiglia = Forever Family!”

Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market Street, Boardman (new location). Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to sign the guest book and send condolences to all Giovannina’s family.

A television tribute will air Friday, February 9 at the following approximate times:
6:41 a.m. WYTV and 8:41 a.m. MyYTV and 9:58 a.m. on FOX plus two additional spots throughout the day.