CORTLAND, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Angelo Soletro, 92, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at Trumbull Regional Medical Center.

He was born November 21, 1927, in Warren, Ohio the son of Daniel and Mary Soletro.

He retired from Trumbull County Maintenance Department as a painter after 30 years. He previously worked for Mascio Painting Company.

Angelo was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Warren.

He enjoyed gardening, playing pinochle and cooking.

Angelo served our country in the U.S. Army.

He is survived by his siblings, Daniel Soletro, Jr., Lucille (Larry) D’Andrea, Cecelia (George) McCluer and Jerre Soletro all of Warren and numerous nieces and nephews, especially Danny and Jerry Soletro.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Anthony Soletro and two sisters, Fannie Licavoli and Rose Pissini.

Family and friends may pay their respects Monday, February 10, 2020 from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 232 Seneca Street NE, Warren, OH 44481.                                           

A service will be Monday, February 10 at 10:00 a.m. at the church with Fr. Francis Katinak officiating.

Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Bazetta.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Angelo’s name to St. Mary’s Church, 232 Seneca Street NE, Warren, OH 44481.                                          

Caring and professional services were entrusted to the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Road NE, Warren, OH 44483.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to sign the guestbook and send condolences to Angelo’s family.

To send flowers to Angelo’s family, please visit our floral section.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 6:43 a.m. WYTV, 9:32 a.m. on WKBN, 10:58 a.m. on FOX and 8:12 p.m. on MyYTV.

WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Eugene R. Sorger, 88, passed away Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at Gillette Nursing Home.

He was born December 13, 1931, in Meadville, Pennsylvania, the son of John and Dorothy (Friedrich) Sorger.

He retired from Copperweld Steel as a steelworker after 40 years.

Eugene was of the Christian Faith.

Eugene served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.         

He is survived by his wife, Loretta Sorger; three daughters, Roxanna Jean Mines of Warren, Loree J. Little of California and Misty L. Sorger of Niles; six grandchildren; a brother, Arthur Sorger of Sagertown, Pennsylvania and a sister, Joyce Adsit of Cochranton, Pennsylvania.

He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother.

Family and friends may pay their respects Monday, February 10, 2020 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial, 1884 North Road NE, Warren, OH 44483.

A private burial will be in Greendale Cemetery in Meadville, Pennsylvania.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to sign the guestbook and send condolences to Eugene’s family.

To send flowers to Eugene’s family, please visit our floral section.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 7:10 a.m. on FOX, 12:22 p.m. on WKBN, 5:08 p.m. on MyYTV and 7:27 p.m. on WYTV.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Funeral services will be held Monday, February 10, 2020, at 12:00 p.m., at the Wasko Funeral Home, with Rev. Michael Swierz officiating, for Robert Harold Thompson, 79, who passed away Saturday, February 1, with his wife, Linda at his side.

Robert was born September 13, 1940, in Youngstown, the son of Robert and Jessie Annibella Thompson. 

He was a 1959 graduate of Ursuline High School. 

Following his graduation, Robert entered the U.S. Marine Corps and served his country until 1965.

He worked as a manager at the corporate headquarters of Arby’s in Youngstown, where he was responsible for all of the printing materials for the corporation. After his job with Arby’s, Robert opened Thompson Printing on Steel Street in Youngstown. In 1983, he moved to Texas. He went to work as a salesman for Prisco, selling printing supplies for many years until his retirement.

Robert was an avid golfer, often playing five to six times per week and would spend a few weeks every summer back home in Youngstown golfing with his friends at the former Candywood Country Club Golf Course. He even enjoyed watching others play golf, so much so that his home was located on the 17th hole of Walnut Creek Country Club golf course in Texas.

He loved working in his yard and taking care of his grass and flowers. Most of all, Robert had a great sense of humor and loved to make everyone laugh and smile.

Robert will be deeply missed by his wife, the former Linda G. Semyan, whom he married July 14, 1984; they spent nearly 36 years together, not just as husband and wife but as “best friends”.  Linda will always remember Robert as a loving husband who took great care of her. Even until his death, he always referred to her as his bride. Robert also leaves many golfing friends in both Texas and the Youngstown area.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Robert’s wife Linda has entrusted his care to the Wasko Funeral Home and will receive family and friends Monday, February 10, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., prior to the 12:00 p.m. funeral service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Robert’s favorite charity, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, www.st.jude.org. 

To send flowers to Robert’s family, please visit our floral section.

HERMITAGE, Pennsylvania (MyValleyTributes) – Joshua Lee Shaffer, 39, of Hermitage, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 4, 2020, in his home.

Josh was born November 25, 1980, in Greenville and attended Greenville High School.

He was previously employed by A&B Signature Properties, Hermitage and most recently for Jackson Express, Sharon.

Josh was a member of the Hickory United Methodist Church, Hermitage.

He was an extremely kind hearted person, who was loved by all and was always willing to lend a hand to those in need.

A hard worker, Josh enjoyed yardwork, cooking, cleaning, doing laundry and decorating for holidays. Above all, he cherished the time he spent with his family.

He is survived by his wife, the former Bobbi Wagner; a son, Joshua Shaffer II and a stepdaughter, Saraya Hill, all of Hermitage; his mother, Carlene (Irwin) Johnson of Masury, Ohio; his father and mother-in-law, Randy and Ruth Wagner, of Greenville; a sister, Shannon Werger of Masury and nieces and nephews, Donte and Devinn Green and Daijon Norris.

Josh was preceded in death by his uncle, Greg Shaffer and his grandmother-in-law, Frances Barney.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family.

Calling hours will be 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Monday, February 10, in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1090 East State Street, Sharon.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 11 in the funeral home, with Rev. Randy Emmorey, officiating.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 5:17 a.m. on WKBN, 8:39 a.m. on FOX, 5:21 p.m. on WYTV and 6:35 p.m. on MyYTV.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – John Gallagher of Youngstown, Ohio passed away on Thursday February 6, 2020.

His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Arrangements are being handled by Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes.

To send flowers to John’s family, please visit our floral section.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 7:10 a.m. on FOX, 12:22 p.m. on WKBN, 5:08 p.m. on MyYTV and 7:27 p.m. on WYTV.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2020 at 12:00 Noon and at Paradise Lutheran Church, 3689 W. Western Reserve Road, Canfield, OH 44406 for Dewey W. Dorsey, Jr. 54,  who passed away on Wednesday morning, February 5, 2020.

Dewey was born December 6, 1965 in Ashland, Kentucky, Boyd County, a son of Dewey Dorsey, Sr. and Arlita Reese Williams.

He was employed by the Fessler Machine Company in Sharon, Pennsylvania as a drill press operator and maintenance worker.

He enjoyed carpentry, metal work, and most of all spending time with his children and family. He was an avid reader and liked to learn and research about almost everything.

Dewey married the former Rachel Balog on October 31, 2014.

Besides his wife he leaves his mother in Kentucky and three children Alley-Lee and Alexander Dorsey both of Youngstown, Ohio and Dustin (Sarah) Dorsey of Murfreesboro, Tennessee; one sister, Francie (Scott) Burchett of Grayson, Kentucky and two grandchildren, Zoey and Bennett Dorsey.

Dewey was preceded in death by his father.

Arrangements handled by Clemente Funeral Homes. Visit www.clementefuneralhomes.com to send condolences.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 5:17 a.m. on WKBN, 8:39 a.m. on FOX, 5:21 p.m. on WYTV and 6:35 p.m. on MyYTV.

WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Thomas W. “Tom” Marlowe, Sr., 80, passed away Wednesday evening, February 5, 2020 at Continuing Health Care at the Ridge surrounded by his family.

Tom was born in Warren, Ohio on July 12, 1939, a son of the late James and Myrtle Marlowe.

He was an owner and operator of Marlowe’s Appliance Stores, Inc. and an auctioneer for Marlowe’s Vienna Auction for 28 years.

He was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Girard and a member of the Mecca and Niles Moose Lodge.

He enjoyed camping and boating on Lake Chautauqua, golfing, traveling and going on cruises with his wife; especially to visit Vegas. He also loved to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Tom will be deeply missed by his loving children, Sharon L. (Richard) Grove, Thomas W. (Beckey) Marlowe, Jr. and Susan L. Fabian; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and brothers, James, Jim, Greg and Erwin Marlowe.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dorothy Rush Marlowe whom he married on September 8, 1956 and died on November 14, 2015; his son, Jeffrey A. Marlowe and brother Dennis Marlowe.

Family and friends may visit from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Lane Family Funeral Homes, Roberts-Clark Chapel located at 180 Garfield Drive NE in Warren, with funeral services to follow at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Msgr. John A. Zuraw officiating.

Burial will take place at Crown Hill Burial Park in Vienna.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be donated to the Alzheimer’s Association, 3711 Starr Centre Drive, Suite 4, Canfield, OH 44406.

Family and friends may send their heartfelt condolences by visiting www.lanefuneralhomes.com.

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A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 6:43 a.m. WYTV, 9:32 a.m. on WKBN, 10:58 a.m. on FOX and 8:12 p.m. on MyYTV.

EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – George F. Cope, 89, a lifelong resident of East Palestine, passed away unexpectedly February 6, 2020 at his home.

George was born September 3, 1930 in Negley, Ohio, son of the late Frank and Grace Kennedy Cope.

He was a proud U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War and rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was stationed at the White Sands Proving Ground where he was a Launch Tech for missiles and test fired large engines.

After his service in the military, he was employed as a Machinist 1^st Class with Kenmar for 23 years. He also worked for National Rubber for a year, L.W. Nash for a year, Crucible Steel for eleven years prior to its closing and Crossley for two years before finally retiring in 1995.

He was a Methodist by faith and a member of the American Legion Post 31 and VFW 4579 in East Palestine.

George is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dorothy Nulf Cope whom he married September 5, 1952, as well as a son, David (Kimberly) Cope of Freemont, Ohio; daughter, Laurie (Donald) Fannin of Portsmith, Ohio; sister, Delores Harn of North Lima; four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Besides his parents, George was preceded in death by his sister Pauline Green three days prior.

The family will receive friends Thursday evening, February 13, 2020 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the Linsley-Royal Funeral home in East Palestine.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 Friday, February 14, 2020 at the funeral home.

Interment services including military honors from the combined units of the American Legion Post 31 and the VFW 4579 will be held at Glenview Cemetery.

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SHARON, Pennsylvania (MyValleyTributes) – Kelly Leroy Patton, 62, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at UPMC Passavant Hospital, Pittsburgh, Allegheny County.

Kelly was born in Meadville, Pennsylvania, on March 21, 1957, a son of the late Mable (Tenny) Oblenski and Brewer Patton.

He was the husband of Melanie (Cassel) Patton,  whom he married June 4, 1987 and she survives at home.

He worked as a laborer at H.W. Wilson Roofing and as a janitor for Kaplan Career Institute.

Kelly loved motorcycles, he also enjoyed hiking, bicycling and playing with his dogs.

He was a man of god and attended the First Assembly of God Church in Sharon and previously attended the First Assembly of God Church in Meadville and the Christian Assembly of God Church in Greenville, Pennsylvania.

Kelly is survived by a daughter, Melinda Patton Slater, of Erie, Pennsylvania.; two sons Kelly Patrick Patton, of Sharon, Pennsylvania; Lucas E. Keyes, of Austin, Texas.; four sisters, Wanda Fink, of Erie, Pennsylvania; Patty Moore, of Meadville, Pennsylvania; Violet Patton, of Meadville, Pennsylvania; Charlotte Sternby, of Meadville, Pennsylvania.
two brothers, Eugene Patton, of Greenville, Pennsylvania; Robert Patton, of Greenville, Pennsylvania.

He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

A memorial service for Kelly will be held at a later date. There are no calling hours or services planned at this time.

Arrangements are being handled by the Stevenson Funeral Home.

WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – James H. Wilson, 70, of Warren, Ohio entered into eternal rest after a long battle with leukemia on Thursday, February 6, 2020.

He was born July 3, 1949, in Warren, Ohio, the son of the late William and Claire (Miller) Wilson.

James attended Victory Christian Church and Seeking God’s Glory (Mahoning Valley Hope Center) where he drove the church van.

He was a hardworking man and would give the shirt off his back. He retired from Laborers Local Union 935.

He is survived by his wife, Cheryl (Ady) Wilson of Warren, Ohio; sons, JJ (Kim) Wilson of Charlotte, North Carolina, Jason (Monica) Wilson of Niles, Ohio and Jared (Natalie) Wilson of Warren, Ohio; sister, Peggy Wilmouth of Port Orange, Florida; brother, Bill Wilson of Selma, North Carolina; grandchildren, TJ (Caryn) White, Josh White, Brittany (Neal Green) Sayers, Skylar Sayers, Austin Wilson, Cody Wilson, Samantha Wilson, Anthony Galuski, Zachary Wilson, Nathan Wilson, Christian Wilson and Madison Wilson and nine great-grandchildren.

Besides his parents, James was preceded in death by his daughter, Kim Wilson.

Calling hours will be from 12:00 p.m. until service time on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Victory Christian Church Warren Campus.

Services will be held at Victory Christian Church, Warren Campus on Monday, February 10, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. where Pastor Rob Bateman will officiate.

Carl W. Hall Funeral Home is honored to assist with these arrangements.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 6:43 a.m. WYTV, 9:32 a.m. on WKBN, 10:58 a.m. on FOX and 8:12 p.m. on MyYTV.

SEBRING, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Phyllis Waskivich of Sebring, Ohio passed away on February 6, 2020.

She was born on December 27, 1939.

Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Arrangements are being handled by the Gednetz-Ruzek & Brown Funeral Home and Cremation Service.

To send flowers to Phyllis’ family, please visit our floral section.

NEW SPRINGFIELD, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Harvey Karl Wilson, age 93, of New Springfield, died on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Assumption Village, North Lima.

He was born on May 18, 1926 in Unity, a son of the late Jesse and Anna Landsberger Wilson.

Harvey grew up working on the family farm but made his career working as an engine lathe operator for United Engineering.  He also drove school bus and volunteered on the New Springfield Fire Dept. Station #3 where he was chief for several years.  

Harvey enjoyed woodworking, but mostly loved spending time with his beloved family.

He leaves to mourn him his wife of 42 years, Cecilia “Ann” Snyder Wilson, whom he married on February 18, 1977; four sons, Harvey “Jim” (Barb) Wilson of New Springfield, Rickey (Becky) Wilson of Gwinn, Michigan, Chris (Patty) Wilson of New Springfield, Danny (Dana) Wilson of New Springfield; two daughters, Karen (Steve) Satterfield of New Waterford and Peggy (Jack) Graham of Unity; three step daughters, Leslee McInnis of St. Peters, Missouri, Leona Haynes of Struthers and Lori (Archie) Burgan of Sugarcreek, Ohio and by a brother, Robert (Pat) Wilson of Enon Valley.  Also surviving are many grandchildren and many great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Harry Wilson and two sisters, Mary Jane Bentfeld, and Elizabeth Ann “Betty” Manley.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 9, 2020 from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. and again on Monday, February 10, 2020 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home, Columbiana.

Services will be held on Monday, February 10, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at the Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home.

Burial will take place at Grandview Cemetery, Salem.

Family and friends may view this obituary and send condolences at www.familycareservices.com

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 7:10 a.m. on FOX, 12:22 p.m. on WKBN, 5:08 p.m. on MyYTV and 7:27 p.m. on WYTV.

GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania (MyValleyTributes) – Rita Ann (DiDonato) Brant, 71, of Greenville, passed away at 7:20 p.m. on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at UPMC Jameson in New Castle, Pennsylvania.

She was born on September 1, 2020.

Arrangements are incomplete and under the direction of: OSBORNE-WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 73-75 Columbia Ave. Greenville, PA 16125

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GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania (MyValleyTributes) – Rex Allan Snyder, 55, of Greenville (Hempfield Twp.), passed away unexpectedly on Thursday evening, February 6, 2020 in the emergency room at UPMC Horizon Hospital in Greenville.

He was born on March 6, 1964.

Arrangements are incomplete and under the direction: OSBORNE-WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 73-75 Columbia Ave. Greenville, PA 16125

To send flowers to the family of Rex Allan Snyder, please visit Tribute Store.

NEW CASTLE, Pennsylvania (MyValleyTributes) – Beth A. Lowrie, 60, of New Castle passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, February 6, 2020, in UPMC Jameson Hospital, following a brief illness.

Mrs. Lowrie was born December 28, 1959, in New Castle, a daughter of Francis J. and Jean L. (Randy) Rogan. A lifelong area resident, she attended St. Joseph’s Parochial Grade School and later graduated from New Castle High School in 1977.

Beth later earned a bachelor’s of science from the Dept. of Special Education at Slippery Rock University in 2003.

For many years, she was employed as a supports coordinator at the Human Services Center and previously worked as a therapeutic support staff for Comprehensive Children and Family Services, both in New Castle.

Beth was a member of St. Joseph Church – Holy Spirit Parish of New Castle.

An animal lover, she enjoyed spending time with her dog, Sparky, who never left her side. Beth also enjoyed being outdoors tending to her garden and going fishing, and during the fall, attending Pittsburgh Steelers games with her sister/best friend, Renee.  A devoted wife and mother, she loved spending time with her husband, Robert, and her children, Shaina and Sean.

She is survived by her husband, Robert Lowrie, whom she married November 10, 1988; a daughter, Shaina (Andrew Trott) Lowrie, of New Castle; a son, Sean (fiancé, Taylor Hranko) Lowrie, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; her mother, Jean Rogan, of New Castle; four sisters, Jeanne Rogan, of Coraopolis, Pennsylvania; Pattie (Frank) Medure and Marianne (Paul) Peluso, all of New Castle and Renee (Gary) Wise, of Bessemer; a brother, Randy (Tina) Rogan, of New Castle; and a sister-in-law, Robin Lowrie, of Hermitage, Pennsylvania; four nieces, Maria (Dave) Varrati, Mia (Jeremy) Mrozek, Trista (Ryan Abraham) Wise and Melissa (Scott) Seiple; five nephews, Travis (Larissa) Rogan, Randy (Kelli) Rogan, Jr., Ross Rogan, Torin (Frankilyn Demos) Medure and Frank (Gabrielle) Medure, Jr. and many great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends.

Beth was preceded in death by her father, Francis Rogan and her mother-in-law, Sherry Lowrie.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the family.

Calling hours will be from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Monday, February 10, 2020 in J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 111 W. Falls St., New Castle.

Funeral service will be held immediately following at 5 p.m. in the funeral home, with Deacon John J. Carran, officiating.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 5:17 a.m. on WKBN, 8:39 a.m. on FOX, 5:21 p.m. on WYTV and 6:35 p.m. on MyYTV.

SHARPSVILLE, Pennsylvania (MyValleyTributes) – David Neil McCullough, 62, of Sharpsville, passed away on Friday February 7th, 2020 in Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

David was born on June 30, 1957 to Wendell and Jeanne (McNamara) McCullough in Sharon, Pennsylvania.

He was a graduate of Sharpsville High School.

David worked as a sprinkler fitter for UA Local 669 Sprinkler Fitters for over 30 years. He also worked for West Middlesex school district in maintenance.

He enjoyed shooting archery at Golden Grain, riding his Harley Davidson and supported ABATE. David liked to spend time with his extended family at High Street and Basilones. He loved spending time with his granddaughters, Teagan and Roslyn.

David is survived by his daughter, Amanda (James) Haggerty of Deerfield Beach, Florida; son, Jeffrey McCullough of Sharpsville, Pennsylvania; granddaughters, Teagan Elizabeth Wertman, and Roslyn Jo McCullough, sisters, Carol (Jeff) Marin of Greenville, Lynne McCullough of Austintown, Ohio, Jane (Joe) Loedding of Sharpsville, brother, Richard McCullough of Roscoe, Illinois, nieces and nephews, Lindsey Werger, Alex Werger, Patrick Loedding, Elena Loedding, Sean Loedding and Jerry McCullough..

He was preceded in death by father, Wendell Penn McCullough and mother, Jeanne Ellen McCullough.

Friends may call Monday February 10, 2020 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at SHERMAN Funeral Home 2201 Highland Rd. Hermitage, Pennsylvania.

Funeral services will be held on Monday February 10, 2020 at 7:00 pm in SHERMAN Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to the charity of donors’ choice, in memory of David.

Arrangements entrusted to the SHERMAN Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

CORTLAND, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Susan E. McCrimmon, 59, of Cortland, was called home to the Lord on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Boardman.  

She was born on July 21, 1960 in Warren, the daughter of Carl and Shirley (Camp) McCrimmon, and had lived all her life in the area.

Susan graduated from Lakeview High School.

She worked for Datco.

She was full of life and loved her time with her family. Any and every family activity, from the biggest to the smallest, was important and fun. She also enjoyed music and singing.

She is sadly missed by her father, Carl McCrimmon of Kinsman; two children, Rachel Ward (Dwight) of Kinsman and Jeremy Feidler of Cortland; three grandchildren, Emma Ward, Gracelynn Feidler and Elise Ward and two brothers, Brad McCrimmon of Cortland and Michael McCrimmon (Susan) of Hermitage, Pennsylvania.

Preceding her in death are her mother, Shirley McCrimmon and her loving companion, Leroy Huff.

Friends may call from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at Cortland Christian Church, 153 Grove Street, Cortland. 

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at the church, with Reverend Casey Chapman officiating. Please wear bright colors to the service.

Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery in Cortland.  

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Staton-Borowski Funeral Home, 962 North Road NE, Warren, Ohio 44483, 330-394-6200. Dedicated To Serving Your Loved Ones.

Condolences may be sent to www.statonborowskifuneralhome.com.

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Joseph Colonna, 90, died peacefully late Thursday evening, February 6, 2020, at Hospice House, surrounded by his family.

Joseph was born on August 5, 1929, in Youngstown, the youngest of 10 children to Pasquale and Marie Antoinette Pachell Colonna.

He was a 1949 graduate of Chaney High School, where he was a three-year letterman in football, basketball and baseball. Joseph earned All-City in 1948 and All-County in both 1947 and 1948. Because of his outstanding athletic achievements, Joseph was inducted into Chaney’s Athletic Hall of Fame in 1998.

Joseph attended the University of Akron for one year, where he played football, before enlisting to serve his country in the U.S. Army. He served as a paratrooper in the 11th Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, where he also played football.

Joseph worked as a Boilermaker at U.S. Steel Ohio Works for 30 years and General Motors as a millwright for 10 years. He was a member of the Local Union #1714.

He often fished the waters of Mosquito Lake and Pymatuning. Joseph and enjoyed creating his own lures in the workshop of his basement. In his later years, after he sold his boat, he would drive himself to Mill Creek Park to fish off the banks of Lake Glacier.

Joseph also enjoyed hunting. He and his son would head to the camp they shared with their friends at the Short Horn Lodge in Summerville, Pennsylvania, for deer season after Thanksgiving each year.

His greatest pride was his home garden. He started many of his plants from seeds in his basement’s makeshift greenhouse. Joseph was famous for homemade brandy made from his blackberry crop.

Joseph loved making music at home. He enjoyed playing his harmonica, accordion, washboard and the spoons; he could make music on anything!

He was a charter member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church and served as an usher.

Joseph is survived by his wife and the love of his life, Helen Tavolario Colonna, whom he married June 6, 1953; three daughters, Theresa (Pat) Iudiciani of Columbiana, Denise Sybelnik of Austintown and Diane (Tom) Walters of Canfield; his son, Joseph (Patty) Colonna of Hubbard; grandchildren, Ray (Kim) Diamond, Audrey (Richard) Leach, Dominic Iudiciani, Heather Ramsey, Melanie Lozier and Scott Lozier and great-grandchildren, Brittany and Alexys Diamond, Lachlan Leach and Hope and Robert and Shawn Ramsey.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Tony, Frank and Phil Colonna; sisters, Rose Fusco, Mary Ferraro, Carmel Colonna, Teny Phillips, Claire McCaughtry and Jenny Trebella and son-in-law, Frank J. Sybelnik, Jr.

Family and friends may call 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2020 at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel.

Prayers will begin 11:30 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at the funeral home.

A 12:00 p.m. Mass of Christian burial will follow at St. Joseph Church, celebrated by the Reverend Edward Noga.

To send condolences to the family, visit www.higgins-reardon.com

To send flowers to Joseph’s family, please visit our floral section.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 7:10 a.m. on FOX, 12:22 p.m. on WKBN, 5:08 p.m. on MyYTV and 7:27 p.m. on WYTV.

MENTOR-ON-THE-LAKE, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Genevieve Eleonore Pawlyshn, 95, formerly of Youngstown, passed away on February 6, 2020 at Heartland of Mentor Nursing Home.  

She was born on November 2, 1924 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Antoni and Eleanor (Bochenek) Olbrych.  

Genevieve was a parishioner of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church all her life. She was an Altar and Rosary Sodality Past President, member of the Infant Guild, CWV Post 1222 Ladies Auxiliary and Polish Choir, as well as an active bingo and Pierogi worker. Genevieve also volunteered at the Salvation Army for many years.

She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her children, Genevieve (John) Naples of Greensboro, North Carolina, Theresa (Seth) Marshall of Erie, Pennsylvania, Stephen (Sarah) Pawlyshn of Shawnee, Kansas and Robert (Tami) Pawlyshn of Mentor-on-the-Lake; her grandchildren, Alysha Naples (Yonatan Munk), Danielle (Kit) Cannon, Emily (David Burke) Marshall, Robert Pawlyshn and Andie Pawlyshn; her step-grandchild, Charlie and her sister, Wanda Tomko. 

Other than her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Steve Pawlyshn, whom she married June 22, 1946 and who passed on March 9, 1999 and siblings, George, Ed and Joseph Olbrych and Ann Estok.   

Family and friends may call from 9:00 – 9:50 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 10, 2020 at the church.

Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that material contributions be made to the Salvation Army, 1501 Glenwood Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44511.

Visit www.waskofamily.com to send condolences to the family.

To send flowers to Genevieve’s family, please visit our floral section.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 5:17 a.m. on WKBN, 8:39 a.m. on FOX, 5:21 p.m. on WYTV and 6:35 p.m. on MyYTV.

HUBBARD, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) -Kandy Budd, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Youngstown with her family by her side. She was 70 years old.

Kandy was born on August 18, 1949 to Albert and Mary (Martinko) Kanetsky of Youngstown, Ohio.

She was a 1967 graduate of Ursuline High School and attended Youngstown State University.

Kandy was a familiar face to many at Bell Wick Bowl where she had worked for many years.

She was an avid bowler and enjoyed playing cards as well as belonging to several card clubs. She also loved traveling to countless plays, musicals, operas, going to cheer on the Pittsburgh Pirates and taking shopping trips. The thing she enjoyed the most was seeing her son perform on operatic stages around the country.

She leaves behind her loving son, Jason Budd of Hubbard; her three brothers, Martin (Mary Ann) Kanetsky, John Kanetsky both of Hubbard and Joseph Kanetsky of Colorado and several nieces and nephews.

She was reunited in death with her parents and by her brother Albert Kanetsky.

A service to celebrate Kandy’s life will be announced later this spring.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Dillon & Santucci Funeral Home in Vienna, Ohio.

To sign the guestbook for Kandy’s family and friends may visit www.dillon-santucci.com.

A television tribute will air Monday, February 10, at the following approximate times: 6:43 a.m. WYTV, 9:32 a.m. on WKBN, 10:58 a.m. on FOX and 8:12 p.m. on MyYTV.