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Ferdinand "Fred" Hill - May 03, 1926 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: LIBERTY TOWNSHIP – Ferdinand Anthony Hill, 95, of Liberty, passed away Wednesday evening at Greenbriar Center in Boardman. He died peacefully surrounded by his family.

Mr. Hill, who was known as Fred, was born in Youngstown, May 3,1926. He was the son of Stephen and Teresa Waltzer Hill and was a lifelong member of the community.

He was a highly skilled carpenter, collaborating with his father’s company, GoodHill Construction, in which he built many homes in the Youngstown area that still stand today. After his father retired, he became the owner and operator of his own company, Hill Brothers Construction, continuing the home building legacy with his brother and later his son.

Fred was a graduate of East High School and a member of St. Edward Catholic Church. He belonged to Carpenters Union Local 171, the American Legion, and the German Hungarian Maennerchor, where he sang in the choir. He enjoyed golfing, roller skating competitively, playing cards and traveling. Many summers were spent with family and friends at their Geneva-on-the-Lake Condo. His witty sense of humor made him the life of every party.

Fred was an Army Veteran during World War II, and in 1944, he was inducted into military service at Camp Atterbury, Indiana. He completed basic training at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and later trained as a field artillery observer. While in Europe, he installed wiring on utility poles in France, Germany, and Austria. He was the recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Ribbon, European African Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon, World War II Victory Ribbon, and Army Occupational Medal in Germany.

To cherish his memory, he leaves his wife of almost 73 years, the former Marion Natoli, whom he married May 21,1949; children, Teresa (Dwight) Earls of Liberty; Stephen (Pattie) Hill of Liberty and Sandi (Michael) Durina of Poland; grandchildren, Jason, Jennifer, Jessica, Christy, Craig, Carla (Chad), Colin, and Conor; eight great grandchildren.

Mr. Hill was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, George Hill, his sisters, Frances Hill, Lena Evanoff, Josephine Gergye, great grandson, Gage, and son-in-law, Dwight Earls.

The Hill family will receive relatives and friends, Thursday, April 21, 2022 at St. Edward Church from 10:00 am to 10:55 am, followed by A Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am, celebrated by Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

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Kathryn "Kitty" Kennedy - April 22, 1926 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: Willoughby Hills – Kathryn “Kitty” Callahan Kennedy, 95, passed away early Thursday morning at home surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Kennedy was born in Sharpsville, Pennsylvania on Thursday, April 22, 1926 and was a daughter of Frank J. and Helen Rapp Callahan and moved to the Youngstown area after graduation from St. Elizabeth School of Nursing. She was employed by St. Elizabeth Hospital from 1947 to 1951.

Mrs. Kennedy, formerly of Academy Drive in Liberty Township, left the nursing field to raise her family. She was a fifty-year member of St. Edward Parish and actively involved with the school serving on the PTA, a recess mom, and other capacities. Mrs. Kennedy was always involved with all her children’s activities and so devoted to her children, nieces and nephews and will be sorely missed by all.

She was a volunteer nurse for the American Red Cross Blood donations and was a blood donor, an avid Cleveland Indians fan and loved animals, especially birds. Mrs. Kennedy leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Martha Hayden; Kate Kennedy, Anne Kennedy; Jean (Ari Ferro) Kennedy; Nell (Harry Wagner) Kennedy; Tess Kennedy: Dan (Tracey) Kennedy; Fran (Bill VanDeweerd, Jr.) Kennedy; Kelly (Jamie) Kane: John Kennedy and Kathryn (Michael) Austalosh; sister, Patricia Corbett; thirteen grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren

Mrs. Kennedy was preceded in death by her husband, Jack B. Kennedy, whom she married February 18, 1950 and who passed away November 1, 2005; brothers, Francis, Michael, and James Callahan; granddaughter, Darla Burbrink; sons in law, Dean Hayden, and Neil Callen.

The Kennedy family will receive relatives and friends Monday, April 11, 2022 in St. Edward Church from 10 am to 11:45 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at noon celebrated by Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

The family has requested that contributions be sent to the American Red Cross, 3530 Belmont Avenue #7, Youngstown, Ohio 44505. Arrangements by the McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 120 years. Thoughts and condolences may be expressed to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com

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Norman John Traynor - January 10, 1945 - March 21, 2022

Departed: 03/21/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN -- Mr. Norman John Traynor, 77, of Boardman died March 21, 2022 after a long illness.

Born in Youngstown, OH, Mr. Traynor graduated from Ursuline High School in 1963 and went on to receive his bachelor of education degree at Youngstown State University.  He also served in the National Guard.

Mr. Traynor was a teacher in the Youngstown City Schools for over 30 years, teaching at South High School and Chaney High School.  Throughout his career, he coached baseball, basketball, track, and speech teams.  He was a well-known and loved teacher throughout the district, often being visited by former students throughout his life.  He also helped coach his children, whom he never let win (like most dads would), passing on his competitive spirit, especially during family game nights.

He was married to Mrs. Kathleen (Tyndall) Traynor for over 51 years.  They have eight children together, which will now be ranked from his favorite to least favorite starting with his favorite child Mary (Robin) Myers, his favorite son, Norman Traynor Jr., his second favorite daughter Maggie Traynor, followed by Bill (Julie Bartolone) Traynor, Cecily (Dave Ebert) Traynor, Noreen (Junior) Natal, Dolly Traynor, and Dr. Kristen (Gleb) Traynor-Mytko.  This is a well-known ranking order, and we have all come to terms with it prior to his passing. He is survived by nine grandchildren, Ella, Eli, Nora, Amanda (Dave), Antony (Cassie), Ramon, Kay, Lelia, and Mae, in addition to his great-granddaughter, Rion.  They will all dearly miss their "Pucka"!

Visitation will be held at St. Edward Church, 223 Benita Ave. Youngstown, OH, on Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and Friday, March 25, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. followed by a mass of Christian burial at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow the funeral at Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.

One of his favorite places on earth was Sea Isle City, New Jersey, where he and his family vacationed for over 50 years.  We have no doubt his soul will continue to walk alongside us each year on those long, hot walks by the ocean and the many trips to grab his favorite F-U-D-G-E.

The family has requested that contributions please be made to St. Edward Church, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown, 44504 or Hospice of the Valley. 5190 Market Street, Youngstown, 44512.

Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 120 years!

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Julia "Judy" Deibel - November 28, 1945 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: November 28, 1945 ~ March 17, 2022

BOARDMAN - Julia “Judy” Savage Deibel passed away on March 17. She leaves behind four daughters Jayne (Otto) Susec, Jennifer Miller, Jean (Gregory) Miller-Smith and Julie (Mark) Lenyk and three Grandchildren; Miranda Susec, Alexa Susec and Bohdan Lenyk. She also leaves her beloved fur baby, Bella, who will remain with her daughter and be continuously showered with love and affection. Judy also leaves behind sisters Anne (Roger) Nock, Madeline Savage, and brothers James, Patrick, and Michael Savage, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Margaret and James Savage, sisters Patricia Liscic, Sue Vitale, Mary Savage, Jayne Savage, and brothers Jerry, Denny, and Tommy Savage. Judy was beautiful inside and out, generous, caring and fun. She had an enduring love for animals and thought of her children’s fur babies as Grand Dogs. Judy had a heart of gold, an infectious laugh, and a great sense of humor. She was fiercely protective of her children, intelligent, giving, and creative. She was uniquely talented in interior decorating, recognizing, and refinishing antique furniture, a collector of art and created gorgeous gardens. In 1991, after being a homemaker for many years, she went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Youngstown State University. Judy loved her daughters, grandchildren, grand fur babies, Bella, her siblings, nieces, nephews and countless friends with all her heart. She left all of us so much to cherish. She will be missed by many and undoubtedly watching over all of us with a beautiful and protective spirit, from Heaven.

A private memorial is being held in April.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com.

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Sister Therese Ann Rich - June 26, 1948 - March 02, 2022

Departed: 03/02/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: CANFIELD - Sister Therese Ann Rich, OSU died on Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at Windsor House in Canfield.  She was 73.  Therese Rich was born on June 26, 1948 in Conneaut, the daughter of Jay and Catherine White Rich.  She entered the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown on September 12, 1966 and professed perpetual vows in 1975.

Sister Therese Ann in was educated at St. Mary School in Conneaut and graduated from St. John High School in Ashtabula in 1966.  She earned a BS in Education from Youngstown State University in 1973 and an MA in Religious Studies from John Carroll University in 1985.  In addition, she did post-graduate work in Pastoral Studies at Loyola University of New Orleans.

In 51 years of active ministry, Sister Therese Ann held a variety of roles.  She taught at Sacred Heart, Youngstown, St. Rose, Girard, St. Joseph, Austintown, St. Luke, Boardman, and Ursuline High School.  She served as Director of Religious Education at St. Charles and at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Aurora where she also served as Pastoral Minister.  She served as a member of the Leadership Team for two terms with the Ursuline Sisters, 1996-2008.   In addition, she served as Director of the Ursuline Center.  Since 2006 she has worked at St. Edward Parish as Pastoral Minister.

She served the larger diocesan church as a member of the Diocesan Liturgy Commission and the Diocesan Pastoral Council.  For many years she was involved in the Ursuline Sisters Prison Ministry.

One of the talents she acquired for ministry in recent years was expertise in social media.  She used that talent to connect with “friends” near and far for the parishes in which she worked and for the Ursuline Sisters and Ursuline Sisters Mission.

Sister Therese Ann leaves her Sisters in Community, a brother, Paul (Joanne) Rich of Cleveland and a sister, Cathy (Randy) Loomis of Conneaut and a nephew, Jason Loomis, nieces  Dawn (Chris).Simons and their son Jacob; and Desiree (Jason) Perry and their daughter Audrey. Her parents preceded her in death.

Friends may call at the Ursuline Motherhouse, 4250 Shields Rd, Canfield on Sunday March 6 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Charles Church, Boardman on Monday March 7 at 11:00 am.  Friends may call at the church before the funeral beginning at 10:00 am.  Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery.

Memorial donations can be made to the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown.

Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 120 years. Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com

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Victor Dominic Garcia - December 19, 1942 - February 26, 2022

Departed: 02/26/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – Victor Dominic Garcia, 79, of Youngstown passed away peacefully Saturday morning, February 26, 2022 at Hospice House.

Vic was born in Youngstown, Saturday December 19, 1942, the son of Antonio and Frances Garcia (nee Samuel).   A lifelong member of the community, Vic was a member of St. Edward Parish, and a 1960 graduate of Ursuline High School.  He earned both his Bachelors and Masters degrees from Youngstown State University.

Vic’s careers spanned many industries.  He was a longtime educator in the diocesan schools in the valley. From St. Thomas Aquinas High School to Ursuline High School to John F Kennedy High School, he educated many young lives. In 1981, Vic entered the business world, working for the Insul Company of East Palestine, OH.  There he served in many capacities, including plant manager and international sales manager, until ultimately launching a new venture he led until his retirement. Throughout his professional working years, he maintained a strong connection to community by serving on the Board of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart, and was also past President of the of the Board of The Youngstown Playhouse.

Vic was an outstanding actor, performing throughout the years at the Playhouse as well as other theaters in the region. From his first starring role at the Playhouse in Plaza Suite to his final, and favorite, playing Morrie in Tuesdays with Morrie, Vic was at his happiest on stage.

Vic enjoyed acting, driving, shooting, archery, reading (especially Sci-Fi books – and especially when one of his cats took a nap next to him). He was a tremendous presence, with a voice that was unforgettable.  He lived life with an amazing capacity for joy; Vic was larger than life.

Vic leaves to cherish his memory his wife of over 53 years, Kathleen Garcia (nee Breen), his son Tony, daughter-in-love Dana, granddaughter Katie, and his sisters-in-law, Marilyn (Bob) Baskerville and Jeanne Robbin.

The family has requested that contributions be made to St. Edward Parish, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown, 44504, Hospice House, 9083 Sharrott Road, Poland, Ohio 44514, or Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market Street, Youngstown 44512.

The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday, March 3, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in St. Edward Church immediately followed by A Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley since 1902.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com.

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Carroll Isabel Necko - April 12, 1932 - February 16, 2022

Departed: 02/16/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – Carroll Isabel Necko, 89, of Youngstown passed away Wednesday evening Feb. 16, 2022 at Briarfield Manor with her loving family by her side.

Mrs. Necko was born in Youngstown, Tuesday April 12, 1932 and was a daughter of Edward and Edna Carroll Dixon and was a lifelong member of the community.

Mrs. Necko held a variety of jobs as she worked for Republic Rubber in the office, Strouss Department Store in the billing department and Ohio Bell as a long-distance operator.

She was a member of St. Edward Parish, a 1951 graduate of Ursuline High School, loved her dogs, collected lighthouses and blue dishes.

Mrs. Necko leaves to cherish her memory, her husband of over 66 years, John S. Necko whom she married October 1, 1955; sons, John M. (Raquel) Necko of Long Beach, California; Jeffrey Necko of Youngstown; daughter, Carroll (John) Muska of South Amherst; grandchildren, Jenna (Nate) Portik; Grace Muska; Bekah Muska; Jackson Cruz Necko; Benjamin Cruz Necko; Kaleb Cruz Necko and Kenji Cruz Necko; great grandchildren, Lucas and Hazel.

The family will receive relatives and friends, Monday, February 21, 2022 in St. Edward Church from 10:00 am to 10:45 am followed by A Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am celebrated by Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

Besides her parents, Mrs. Necko was preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law, Mary and David McKnight.

The Necko family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Mary Beth McKnight Potts, Don and Barb McKnight Vargo and Dave and Nannette McKnight for your continuous support, love, and their involvement with the family. Also, it is important to the family to thank their wife and mother’s caretakers Mary Ann and Kathy and it is so appreciated.

The family has requested that contributions please be made to St. Edward Church, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown, 44504. The family and funeral home are requesting that you please wear a mask if you are able and to maintain social distancing. Thank you! Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com

Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 120 years.

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Mary Katherine Savage - October 11, 1949 - February 13, 2022

Departed: 02/13/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – Mary Katherine Savage, 72, of Youngstown, passed away the Sunday evening Feb. 13, 2022 at Austinwoods Nursing Center with her family by her side.

Mary was born on Tuesday, October 11, 1949 in Chicago and was a daughter of James Patrick and Margaret Olsen Savage and moved to the Youngstown community in 1958.

She was employed by the Metropolitan Housing Authority as an apartment manager and managed many local apartment complexes as a rental agent.

Mary was a 1967 graduate of Ursuline High School and was employed by the Metropolitan Housing Authority as an apartment manager. She also managed other local apartment complexes as a rental agent.

Mary’s Christian faith was very important to her as was her family. Mary was especially involved in the lives of her many nieces and nephews and sometimes tutored other children.

Mary leaves to cherish her memory, siblings, John Patrick Savage of West Virginia; Patrick (Joy) Savage of Youngstown; Michael Savage of Liberty Twp.; Judy Diebel of Boardman; Ann (Roger) Nock of Canfield and Madeline Savage of Youngstown.

Mary is also survived by several nieces and nephews including, Kristin (Jim), Toni (Kim), Malorie, Daniel, Bridgette, Rachel, Roger, Jayne, Jennifer, Jean, and Julie; several great nieces and nephews including, James (Courtney), Melody (Daniel), and Niki (Joe); and great great nieces and nephews, Sydney, Alyssa and Fionna. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Jerry Savage, Denny Savage, Thomas Savage, Margaret Sue Vitale, Patricia Jean Liscic, Jayne Savage and nieces, April Vitale and Lisa Kirkpatrick and a nephew Bill Liscic

The family will receive relatives and friends for a memorial luncheon 1:00 p.m. Sunday, February 27, 2022 at St. Anthony’s Society, 100 Lowellville Road, Struthers, Ohio 44471.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley since 1902!

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Eleanor (Ellie) Gessler Russell - September 11, 1931 - February 01, 2022

Departed: 02/01/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: NEW MIDDLETOWN—Eleanor Gessler Russell, 90, passed away peacefully on Feb. 1, at Masternick Memorial in New Middletown with her family at her side.

Mom was born in Youngstown on Friday, Sept. 11, 1931, a daughter of Sal and Frances Resatar Napolitan and was a lifelong resident of the area. She grew up in the Italian neighborhood of “Smokey Hollow”, living on Summit Ave., Scott Street, Adams and Emerald Street. Her schooling began at Madison Elementary, then Hayes Junior High and finally to The Rayen High School where she graduated in the January class of 1950 and was the secretary of her senior class.

After graduating from high school, mom joined the workforce. She landed a position in the early 50’s at Ohio Edison in the accounting department. Little did she know that this decision would change her life forever. One day at work a handsome gentleman caught the eye of this beautiful secretary, they decided to date and thus began a relationship like no other. It was full of love, romance, excitement, trust, commitment and five sons. The young man that caught mom’s attention was Len Gessler.

Dad worked in sales at Ohio Edison and he sold himself to mom. They were married on June 4, 1955. For 16 years, life in the Gessler household was a dream that came true for both mom and dad. Then the unthinkable happened, dad passed away at the age of 42 on Feb. 17, 1971. Mom was devastated and left with five little sons, but right around the corner the second love of her life began. Dad had a best friend Tom Russell, who was never married. We all knew Tom because he was always a part of our family. After dad passed, Tom and mom fell in love and they were married on Sept. 16, 1972. Once again everything was wonderful, until our stepdad Tom passed away on July 3, 1989. Again, mom lost someone who loved her and whom she loved. She always said that; “she had two men who loved her unconditionally, some women never experience one love”.

After leaving Ohio Edison to raise our family, mom returned to work. She was a waitress at the Oven Restaurant, an elevator operator at McKelvey’s Department Store downtown, as a clerk at Mill Creek Dairy and as a clerk at the Mahoning County Board of Elections. At the Board of Elections, mom was a parttime worker for over 20 years starting in the late 60’s. She was hired full time in 1989 and remained there until her retirement in 2001.

Mom was always on the go: she enjoyed dancing, bowling, shopping, swimming, being part of our activities in athletics and just about anything that involved family and friends. She loved going to casino’s and playing card with anyone who wanted to. She loved statues and pins of angels and her guy was St. Anthony. She prayed to him for help and comfort.

One of her great passions was cooking and baking. Just about every Sunday, mom would make her homemade spaghetti sauce and meatballs, she did this for over 55 years. Friday night, she would make homemade pizza and bread, the scent would fill the house. One tradition she loved came on Good Friday of Easter weekend. Mom would make ricotta cheese and macaroni pies, about 25 of them, and everyone was invited to stop over and enjoy the feast. Another tradition was baking Christmas cookies. Mom’s sister Doris and cousins Paula and Norma would take a week and bake cookies everyday for seven straight days from day till night. They would bake over 25 different varieties. It would take us months to eat them. Moms greatest joy came by loving, helping and doing things with and for others.

Mom was very proud of her catholic faith and Italian and Croatian heritage. However, her true love was all about her children and spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. Nothing in this life was more important than mom loving us and we loving her. Mom you will always be in our hearts, for after all; you taught us all how to LOVE.

Mom leaves to carry her love, her five sons: Lennie Gessler of Youngstown; Robert Gessler of Poland; Brian Gessler of Canfield; Jeff (Lorie) Gessler of Boardman and Dave (Monica) Gessler of Poland; grandchildren Aereal (Dan) Martin, Mat Gessler, Amy Gessler, Patrick (Nikki) Gessler, Brenna (Mike) Livi, Elyse Gessler, Olivia (Cody) McCullough, Gabriella Gessler and husband Dan Fernback, Madison (Kory) Kasten, Macey Gessler, Montana (Dante) Dechellis, David Gessler, Dean Gessler, 13 great-grandchildren; brother-in- law John Mikovich and sister-in-law Lilla Napolitan and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mom was preceded in death by her parents, her two husbands, sister, Doris Mikovich, brother, Raymond Napolitan, nephews: John Mikovich Jr. and Ronald Napolitan; special cousins Paula Dellick, John Zelinsky and Norma Alexander.

Family and friends can show their love to mom from 2-5pm at St. Brendan Church on Sunday, Feb. 6 and from 10-10:45 on Monday, Feb. 7, at St. Brendan Church followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11am Celebrated by Reverend Father Kevin Peters. Family requests in lieu of flowers donation made be made to MVI Hospice Care, 4891 Belmont Ave., Yo., 44505 or to Angels for Animals, 4750 W. South Range Road, Canfield, 44406 We would love to thank Dr. Santuccio Ricciardi, for his care and compassion extended to mom and to the staff of Masternick Memorial, where mom spent almost seven years. Their love, care, compassion and patience with mom was amazing, our family will never forget you. As you called her “Our Ellie.” Thoughts and condolences maybe expressed to our family at the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com

The family and the funeral home request that masks be worn at all times and maintain social distancing.

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Patricia McCauley Guarnieri - March 16, 1949 - January 25, 2022

Departed: 01/25/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – Patricia McCauley Guarnieri, 72, passed away Tuesday afternoon, January 25, 2022, at Hospice House with her loving family by her side.

Patty was a daughter William D. and Terese G. Ferreri McCauley, born in Youngstown on Wednesday, March 16, 1949.

After her marriage to George in 1972, they moved to Florida and Patty began her career in consumer product sales in the Tampa Bay area. Patty was an award-winning national sales manager for the Dial Corporation. After returning to Ohio Patty was a Regional Director for the Austin Nichol Company. After her retirement Patty and George owned and operated the Belleria Restaurant in Struthers for over 20 years.

In 1990 Patty was diagnosed with kidney cancer which began an arduous journey for 32 years. She battled cancer for so long that eventually she co- existed with it. Cancer was a part of her life, but it never defined her because she would never let it ruin her zest for life. A story of drug trials at the Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Center that would work for a for a period of time, but Patty would continue to move forward with strength, courage and tenacity that certainly was unmatched.

All who knew Patty will have the amazing memories of the times we were fortunate enough to be part of her magic and spend time in her graceful and loving presence.

Patty was a member of St. Edward Parish, 1967 graduate of Ursuline High School and a graduate of Youngstown State University.

Patty leaves to cherish her memories her husband, George Guarnieri in which they just celebrated their fifty year anniversary on January 22, 2022; her daughters, Dana Lantz (Michael Lambert) of Youngstown; and Josa (Justin) Muir of Youngstown; and the light of her life her two grandsons, Luke Lantz and Cole Muir; siblings, Paul M. (JoAnne) McCauley of Youngstown; Daniel W. McCauley of Youngstown and Joanne (Doug) Collier of Medford, New Jersey; her former son in law, Joseph Lantz; brother in law, Angelo (Darlene) Guarnieri; sisters in law, Cathy (Terry) Oaks; and Theresa Malcomson; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews and a host of wonderful friends.

Patty was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, Billy; sister- in- law, Marilyn Guarnieri; brother- in-law, Charles Malcomson, and a special nephew, Pat Reagan who also passed away from cancer.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, January 30, 2022, and Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. January 31, 2022 all in St. Edward Church followed by A Mass of Christine Burial at 11:00 a.m. celebrated by Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers that material contributions may be made to St. Edward Parish, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown, Ohio 44504, and the funeral home has requested please wear a mask and maintain social distancing.

The family would like to thank Dr. Charles Wilkins and Dr. Salim El-Hayek for their love and support for their continuous effort to make Patty better. To the Taussig Cancer Center for the medicine that gave Patty some sense of quality of life and for Hospice House for their genuine care and love for Patty’s last few days. You all will never be forgotten.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. Arrangements by Patty’s family funeral home, The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 120 years!

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Jean DiLallo Camuso - September 30, 1932 - January 22, 2022

Departed: 01/22/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – Jean DiLallo Camuso, 89, of Youngstown passed away Saturday afternoon, January 22, 2022, at Hospice House with her loving family by her side.

Mrs. Camuso was born September 30, 1932 in Youngstown and was a daughter of John and Giacinta Minelli DiLallo and was a lifelong member of the community.

Mrs. Camuso was the co-owner with her husband, Anthony J. “Tony” Camuso of Tony Camuso Concrete Incorporated which specialized in residential work and retired in 1989 She was a dedicated wife and mother in which her home and family were of the utmost importance. Mrs. Camuso had a passion of making a variety of crafts from flower arranging decorations to crocheting and everything in between. She was an amazing cook from her homemade sauces to her delicious wedding soup and her talent as a baker with her many different pies, certainly were on par with her delicious foods. Mrs. Camuso loved her flower garden and attending to it and was a seamstress. She enjoyed her trips to Las Vegas and was an ardent supporter of St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital and a member of St. Columba Cathedral. In her earlier years she served as a candy striper at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Mrs. Camuso was known as Nunnie to all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Mrs. Camuso leaves to cherish her memory, children, George (Julie) Camuso of Canfield; Marie (Larry) Camuso Speelman of Canfield; and Patricia (boyfriend, John Rosenberg) Camuso of Girard; brother, Tony DiLallo of Columbus; grandchildren, Dean (Kate) Bushling; Anthony Camuso; Annie (Anthony) Malloy; Tony Taylor; Ron (Mari) Oakman; Robert Roth and Gia Kosmo; great grandchildren, Grace, George, Eva, Alexandra, Ava, Anthony, Austin, Claire, Kennedy and Audrey.

Mrs. Camuso was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony J. “Tony” Camuso for over 60 years of marriage, whom she married October 13, 1951 and Mr. Camuso passed away June 3, 2012, brothers, Carl, Lou, Joe, and John DiLallo; sisters, Rachel Costello, and Ann Parish.

Services were private. The family has requested that contributions to be sent to Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott, Poland, Ohio 44514 Thoughts and condolence may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com

Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the Valley for more than 120 years.

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Martha Whelan Murphy - August 24, 1920 - January 12, 2022

Departed: 01/12/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: MARTHA WHELAN MURPHY 1920-2022

After an epic and well-lived life, Martha Ann Whelan Murphy was peacefully called into eternity on January 12, 2022 surrounded by the love of her family.

Martha was the youngest of four children of Raymond E. Whelan MD and surgical nurse Margaret Gallagher Whelan, born in Youngstown, Ohio on August 24, 1920 and raised at 620 Belmont Avenue (now Dorothy Day House), just blocks from Saint Elizabeth Hospital, which Dr. Whelan helped to found and organize as the first Chief of the medical staff. A true “convent-educated” Catholic, Martha graduated from the Ursuline Academy in 1933, Villa Maria High School in 1937, and Seton Hill College in 1941. The Ursulines, Humility of Mary Sisters, and Sisters of Charity all left a deep impression on the young Martha Whelan, instilling values of faith and aspiring intellect which served her devoted heart and keen mind well throughout her long, accomplished life of 101 years.

Martha married Attorney Robert M. Murphy of Youngstown on October 4, 1947. Together the Murphys raised five children, four boys and one girl on the north side, first on New York Avenue and later on Selma Avenue. Martha’s husband, Bob, was a founding partner in 1959 of the prominent labor law firm Green, Schiavoni, Murphy, Haines, Sgambati, LLC. Mrs. Murphy pursued a number of community interests during her child rearing years in the 1950’s and 60’s, including her service as president of the Mahoning County Bar Auxiliary, president of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women and, with her husband, as a counselor of engaged young people in Pre-Cana. Even before her marriage, Martha was making a difference in the lives of God’s poor as a Catholic social worker. She took graduate courses at The Ohio State University in the fall of 1941 before accepting a job with Cleveland Catholic Service League in 1942. When the new Catholic Diocese of Youngstown was founded in May of 1943, at the age of 22, Martha became field director for Portage County Catholic Charities, founding an office in Ravenna and establishing an advisory board. She worked closely with the clergy and religious of Portage County, finding time to use her keyboard talents to play piano/organ for parish and school masses

After her first volunteer career concluded in 1969 with the younger Murphy children well along in their educations at St. Edward School and Ursuline High School, Martha returned to her roots in social work, beginning a three-year stint as Assistant to the Director of Catholic Charities in the Chancery office of downtown Youngstown. Her thoughtful work with programming centered on the elderly for the Diocese caught the eye of Youngstown Mayor Jack C. Hunter in 1972, who asked Mrs. Murphy to establish a pilot program for senior citizens services for the city. Mrs. Murphy’s administrative abilities were well-recognized at the state level. When establishing the Ohio Area Agencies on Aging, with substantial program and personnel budget increases accompanying the new social services network, it was Martha Murphy who was chosen by state officials to build from the ground up the four-county District 11 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Mrs. Murphy served as founding Executive Director of the Agency from 1975-1991. She also served as elected Midwest region delegate to the National Board of Area Agencies on Aging and chaired the national convention in the early 1980’s.

In her 60’s, Martha returned to graduate school as a candidate for a Master’s of Social Administration Degree from Mandel School at Case Western Reserve University. Something of a sensation on campus as a non-traditional student, Mrs. Murphy received her MSSA with distinction in 1985. Her agency, District 11, continued to flourish in the final years before her retirement in June of 1991, creating model programs to allow elderly individuals to remain at home with supportive services, including at home meals, home aides, transportation, and access to senior citizen centers for social engagement. Mrs. Murphy’s efforts on behalf of the elderly in Ohio earned her a place in the Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame, where her picture is displayed at the state fairgrounds.

Other notable honors bestowed upon Martha for her life’s work include Seton Hill University’s Distinguished Alumni Leadership Award and the National Association of Social Workers Distinguished Service Award.

Upon her professional retirement, Mrs. Murphy turned her attention to an ever-growing family of grandchildren (14) and great-grandchildren (now 19 and counting). She became a Master Gardener for the Davis Education and Visitor Center at Mill Creek Park, acting for years as a volunteer horticultural resource at its library. She dedicated many hours even into her mid 90’s as a ribbon bow maker for the Fall/Christmas decorations on the grounds of Fellows Riverside Gardens and Lanterman’s Mill. She loved gardening and sharing ideas with other avid gardeners. She also organized (and dominated) her bridge groups at YCC, enjoying golf and travel.

Mrs. Murphy leaves her five children: R. Terrence (Mickee) Murphy of Ravenna. Ohio; Mary Eileen (Judge Patrick) Cunning of Campbell, Ohio; Reverend Richard Murphy, President of Ursuline High School and Pastor of St. Mary Catholic Church, Mineral Ridge and St. Stephen Catholic Church, Niles; James B. (Christie) Murphy of Wyoming, Ohio; and Kevin M. (Theresa) Murphy of Cortland, Ohio.

She was pre-deceased by her parents, her husband in 1994, her sisters, Dorothy Fannon and Margaret Mary Kirk, and her brother, Robert Whelan.

“Grammy, ” “Aunt Martha” and of course “Mom” will forever occupy a huge place in the hearts of a clan which loved her dearly as she loved all of them.

Martha Murphy will be celebrated in faith with calling hours from 2:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.  at her long-time parish of St. Edward in Youngstown, on Monday, January 17, 2022.

Bishop David Bonnar will preside at the Mass of Christian Burial set for 5:00 p.m. on Monday.  A private family burial service will take place at Calvary Cemetery the following day.

The family and funeral home mandate that all people attending callings hours and/or the funeral must wear a mask or facial covering to enter the church and maintain social distancing in regards to the COVID 19 pandemic. There are many appropriate charitable courses which would give due honor to Martha Murphy’s expansive values and visions. But two places for memorial donations (in lieu of flowers) are especially supportive of her wishes and her family’s: The Robert and Martha W. Murphy Scholarship

c/o Ursuline High School Endowment Fund, Inc. 750 Wick Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44505 and/or The Dr. Raymond E. Whelan Legacy Society c/o Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley 250 DeBartolo Place #2560, Youngstown, Ohio 44512

The Murphy family expresses its deep gratitude for Martha’s quality medical care in these last months and days, particularly the late Dr. Gregory Zinni and his family practice group, Dr. Cynthia Kravec of Mercy Health, mom’s dedicated nurses Diane, Kim, Millie, Caitlin and Theresa from within our family. You all are ever in our hearts. The final support provided by the team at Mercy Hospice House is also deeply appreciated. In all her years, Martha W. Murphy embodied the personal motto of her favorite Saint, Elizabeth Ann Seton: “Hazard Yet Forward.” May we who survive her, and cherish her, do the same.

Thoughts and condolences maybe sent to the funeral website: www.mccauleyfuneral.com . Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home, privileged to serve the valley since 1902.

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Patrick J. Pesa, Sr. - March 17, 1945 - January 12, 2022

Departed: 01/12/2022 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: CAMPBELL _ Patrick J. Pesa, Sr. 76 of Campbell passed away Wednesday morning, January 12, 2022 at his residence.

Mr. Pesa was born in Youngstown on March 17, 1945 and was a son of Anthony J. and Josephine Stein Pesa.

Mr. Pesa was an US Army Veteran of the Vietnam War and was a self-employed carpet installer. After leaving the war Mr. Pesa worked for Pearce Carpet until 1969. He then started his own business known as Pesa Carpet and was the owner and operator until May 1983. Mr. Pesa moved to Denver, Colorado after closing his business where he resided until returning to Ohio in 2018.

He was an avid bowler, enjoyed family card night, going to casinos, and hunting for lost treasurers and panning for gold.

He leaves to cherish his memory, children, Patrick J. (Cindy) Pesa, Jr. of Walnut Cove, North Carolina; Tina (Richard) DeVito of Columbiana; and Michelle Neal of Austintown; brothers, Carl, Johnnie (Edie), Joseph (Denise), Thomas (Chrissy), Paul, and Michael, sisters, Phyllis Henderson, Janie (Stan) Dickerson, Pauline Rich and Mary Barber, grandchildren, Courtney Best, Brooke Neal, Deven DeVito and Vincent DeVito, great grandchildren, Taylor and Ava best, his former wife, Shirley Pesa and his dog, Susie.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death a brother, Anthony and a sister, Joanne Gagliardo.

The family will receive relatives and friends at The McCauley Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. to Noon Friday, January 22, 2022. Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com The McCauley Funeral privileged to serve the valley for more than 120 years!

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Patricia A. Hartwig - September 14, 1926 - December 26, 2021

Departed: 12/26/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: Patricia Anne Joyce Hartwig was born September 14, 1926, in Sharon, PA. The only child of Thomas and Nell Joyce, who gifted her with the first sacrament of her Roman Catholic faith on September 26, 1926. On that day, at Sacred Heart Church, she died with Christ in the waters of Baptism. After a 95-year earthly journey of authentic, inspiring faith, on December 26, 2021 (The Solemnity of the Holy Family) Patricia began her rise with Christ to new and eternal life – surrounded by the love of her family.

At a very young age, after her father’s sudden passing, she and her mother moved to Leetonia, then eventually made Youngstown, OH home. “Patsy” spent her childhood enjoying athletics more than dolls – riding bikes and playing sports all summer, sledding and ice skating all winter. She attended Ursuline Academy and St. Edward Elementary School. She earned an academic scholarship to Villa Maria High School, then on to St. Elizabeth School of Nursing. She became a Registered Nurse in 1947, enjoying a meaningful career at St. Elizabeth Hospital and later Commercial Shearing – selflessly and compassionately serving the medical needs of others for over 60 years. At the age of 23, Pat met the love of her life, “Babe”, as they crossed paths at the Palace Theater. They went on their first date in April of 1949, celebrated marriage vows at St. Patrick’s Church on August 5, 1950, and spent every day honoring their vows with joy. Together they built a family of faith and love, raising their eight children to live the teachings of the faith, by modeling it in their own lives every day. After losing her husband suddenly and too soon in 1981, Pat modeled her faith even more profoundly. Throughout her life, no matter the struggle or challenge, Pat’s positivity persevered, and her level of faith increased. She enjoyed travel, especially Chicago, Michigan City and her extended trips to her family in Tampa, Florida. Even into her later years, Pat continued her voracity for reading, playing golf, gathering with the gals for bridge, an occasional high ball, wheel of fortune, jeopardy, words with friends, card games (especially Skip-Bo), board games, crossword puzzles, outdoor walking and any time spent with family. She remained a daily Mass goer and a fierce prayer warrior her entire life. She had a sincere, humble devotion to the Blessed Mother, wearing out many sets of rosary beads along the way. While her chicken salad and brownies were always famous in the neighborhood, it was her wide-open welcoming door and heart that drew so many to her. Once you entered her heart, you were captured there forever. How blessed are so many to claim that prize! Besides her faith, nothing was dearer to Pat than family. Among those she now joins are her parents, her beloved husband Warren “Babe” Hartwig, children Tom, Mary, John Hartwig, and son-in-law Jerry Resatar. Pat is among the very last of a large and close-knit group of girlfriends to enter Heaven. A beautiful reunion is about to take place!

She leaves to cherish her life and honor her legacy her children Bob, Bill, Patty Resatar, Paul (Pam Scharrer), Susie and Rich Sferra; grandchildren Brian (KerriAnn) Hartwig, Stacy (John) Best, Cathi (Chuck) Christopher, Matthew (Alesha) Resatar, Johnny (Courtney) Hartwig, P.J., Jason, Kati Hartwig, Anthony and Audrey Sferra; great-grandchildren Zane Hartwig, Arya and Mahlon Best, Cody, Tyler and Ava Christopher, Emily Resatar. Pat also leaves many nieces, nephews, countless friends and relatives with treasured memories.

Visitation will take place at 10:00AM Thursday December 30 at St. Edward Roman Catholic Church. The Most Reverend Monsignor Robert Siffrin will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM. Interment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

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Sister Marie Veres H.M. - September 10, 1938 - December 23, 2021

Departed: 12/23/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: Sister Marie Veres, H.M., 83, formerly Sr. M. Mercedes, died Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Villa Maria Community Center, Villa Maria, PA.  A 1956 graduate of Buckeye High School, Medina, she entered the Sisters of the Humility of Mary Congregation in 1958 from St. Francis Xavier Parish, Medina. She professed her perpetual vows in 1965.

Gentleness and kindness personified Sister Marie who ministered in several dioceses for 48 years as a teacher and principal. She taught at the junior high level at St. Patrick, Hubbard.

Sr. Marie had a special place in her heart for educating children, especially the poor. In 1995 Sr. Marie and Sr. Ann Solma established Villa Montessori Center in the Slavic Village neighborhood of Cleveland where she served as a teacher, principal and president for 20 years. In 2017 she retired to Villa Maria Community Center where she joined her sisters in the Ministry of Prayer until her death.

The daughter of the late John J. and Theresa (Sikorsky) Veres she is survived by her sisters Loretta Veres Alden, Joan Francis and Donna Frank; brothers Frank, John and Donald Veres; her nieces and nephews and their families along with her sisters in the Humility of Mary Congregation with whom she shared her life for 63 years.

Due to Covid considerations a Memorial Mass will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, Development Office, PO Box 534, Villa Maria PA 16155.  See www.humilityofmary.org Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home

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Larry Francis Meenachan - July 15, 1950 - December 19, 2021

Departed: 12/19/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – Larry F. Meenachan, 71, of Youngstown passed away Sunday morning, December 19, 2021 at his mother’s house with his loving mother and his family by his side.

Mr. Meenachan was born July 15, 1950 in Youngstown and was a son of William E. and Georgalene Schwarz Meenachan and was a lifelong member of the community.

He was a gifted architect working for the DeBartolo Corporation along with F.A. Pilgren Corporation and was the owner and operator of his own construction company known as L & S Construction until his retirement in 2015.

Mr. Meenachan was a Vietnam veteran U.S. Army, serving his country from 1968 until 1971 and member of the Army Reserves until 1974. He was a member of St. Patrick Church in Youngstown, a 1967 graduate of Cardinal Mooney High School and received his bachelor’s degree from Youngstown State University. He was fan of the Cleveland Browns, loved to water and snow ski, enjoyed golf, bowling and karaoke. He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving mother, Georgalene Meenachan Jacobson; children, Edward Meenachan; Michele Meenachan; Shaye (Tim) Sanchez; and Kayla Meenachan; his siblings, Colleen (Kyle) Buckner and Willian T. (girlfriend, Joan Jenkins) Meenachan; the love of his life, Goldie Strong; grandchildren, Haley Gold; Kylie Gold and Erica Meenachan; nine great grandchildren; and a special thank you for his devoted and loving caregivers, his nephew and his wife, Sean and Kasie Buckner and Wendy Strong

Mr. Meenachan was preceeded in death by his daughter, Tracy R. Meenachan, father and stepfather William Jacobson.

The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday, December 22, 2021, in St. Patrick Church - Youngstown from 10:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. followed by A Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. celebrated by Reverend Father Kevin Peters.

The family has requested that contribution be made to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 market street, Youngstown, Ohio 44512.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com.

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Sister Alma Siffrin H.M. - May 22, 1925 - December 10, 2021

Departed: 12/10/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: Sister Alma Siffrin, H.M., 96, formerly Sr. Anna Rita, died Friday, December 10, 2021 at Villa Maria Community Center, Villa Maria, PA.  A 1943 graduate of Mt. Marie Academy, Canton, she entered the Sisters of the Humility of Mary Congregation in 1944 from St. Joseph Parish, Massillon. She professed her perpetual vows in 1949.

Sr. Alma served in the ministry of education as a teacher and principal for 36 years in various parish schools and later ministered as a coordinator and receptionist. She was principal at St. Pius X, Warren and served her retired sisters in community as coordinator at Villa Maria Community Center. In later years she joined them in the HM Prayer Ministry and in the Ministry of Faith-filled Presence until her death. In 2019 she joyfully celebrated her 75th anniversary as a Humility of Mary sister.

The daughter of the late Robert and Catherine (Zoeller) Siffrin she is survived by her sister Patricia Raymondi, her brother Paul H. Siffrin and many nieces and nephews and their families including Msgr. Robert J. Siffrin of Youngstown along with her sisters in the Humility of Mary Congregation with whom she shared her life for 77 years.  She was preceded in death by her brother Robert J. Siffrin and her sisters Kathryn Linehan and Rita Marks.

Funeral Friday, December 17 at 10:30am at Villa Maria Chapel, Villa Maria PA.  Friends may call at Villa Maria Chapel Friday, December 17, 9:30-10:15am. Temperatures will be taken and masks are to be worn. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of the Humility of Mary, Development Office, PO Box 534, Villa Maria PA 16155.  See www.humilityofmary.org

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John E. Potts - July 24, 1957 - November 29, 2021

Departed: 11/29/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: BOARDMAN – John E. Potts, 64, of Boardman passed away early Monday morning at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Boardman due to the COVID-19 virsus.

John was born in Youngstown July 24, 1957 and was a son of Clarence and Mary Louise Welsh Potts and was a lifelong member of the community.

He was still working at Polaris Windows and Doors in shipping and receiving for over 37 years. John was a graduate of The Rayen School, a huge Notre Dame and Cleveland Browns football fan, enjoyed NASCAR where Ryan Blaney was his favorite driver and camping. His grandchildren were the love of his life. John was extremely proud to be a north sider.

John leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of over 35 years, the former Christine Smith whom he married September 13, 1986; son, Joe (Lisa) Potts; brother, Edward (Merlinda) Potts of Las Vegas; grandchildren, Anthony, Aaiden and Arissa.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his in laws, Charles and Patricia Smith.

A Memorial Service will be Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at The McCauley Funeral Home where the family will receive relatives and friends from 6:00 p.m. until the time of service. The family and funeral home request that due to the pandemic that all visitators wear a mask and please observe social distancing. Thank you!

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 119 years!

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John Patrick Connors - March 04, 1930 - November 28, 2021

Departed: 11/28/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – John Patrick Connors, 91, of Youngstown, formerly of Mill-Run Drive-in Liberty Township, passed away Sunday morning, November 28, 2021 at Park Vista Retirement Community with his family by his side.

Mr. Connors was born March 4, 1930 in Youngstown was a son of John F. and Veronica Fabian Connors and was a lifelong member of the community.

He was a plant engineer for Packard Electric for over 30 years, member of St. Edward Parish, its Knights of Columbus, and was a graduate of Ursuline High School. Mr. Connors leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, the former Marlene Murray, of over 63 years whom he married April 26, 1958; daughter, Kelly Connors of Youngstown; son-in-law, Gerald Brandenstein of Girard; daughter-in-law, Donna Connors of Duluth, Minnesota; grandchildren Kristen (Trevor) Davidson of Duluth, Minnesota; Shannon Connors of Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacob Brandenstein of Girard and a great granddaughter, Anna Marie Davidson

Mr. Connors was preceded in death by his parents, son, Timothy Connors; sister, Mary Logan; brothers, Garrett Connors, and Daniel Connors.

The family will receive relatives and friends Thursday, December 2, 2021 in St. Edward Church from 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm followed by A Mass of Christian Burial at 1:30 pm.

The family has requested that contributions please be made to Compass Family Services, 284 Broadway, Youngstown, Ohio 44504.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 119 years!

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Margaret Sue Vitale - September 05, 1937 - November 22, 2021

Departed: 11/22/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN –  Margaret (Sue) Vitale, 84, passed away early Monday morning, November 22, 2021 at Hospice House in Poland.

Sue was born in Omaha, Nebraska on September 5, 1937 and was a daughter of James Patrick and Margaret Olsen Savage. The family moved to the Youngstown community in 1958 from the Chicago area.

Sue was a self-employed Home Health Care Aid for many years, but her true passion was her church life. Sue was a member of Touch of Heaven Church in Canfield, Ohio where she made beautiful large-scale, intricate banners for the church celebrating her Christian faith, and also choreographed dances for the church's special events. Sue was a graduate of Lorreto Academy in Chicago, and a beloved member of her family and community.

Sue leaves to cherish her memory, Siblings, James Patrick Savage, Jr. of West Virginia; Patrick (Joy) Savage of Youngstown; Michael Savage of Liberty Twp,; Judy Savage of Boardman; Mary Catherine Savage of Austintown; Anne (Roger) Nock of Canfield; and Madeline Savage of Youngstown. Grandchildren, James (Courtney) Campana; Melody (Daniel) Lamping and Niki (Joe Ebelender) Campana; great grandchildren; Tristan, Ava, Daniel, Gaetana, Sarafina and Rio

Sue is also survived by several nieces and nephews including, Kristin (Jim), Toni (Kim), Malorie, Daniel, Bridget (Aaron), Rachel (Andew), Roger, Jayne (Otto), Jennifer, Jean (Greg) and Julie (Mark); several great nieces including, Sydney, Alyssa and Fionna.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ansel Vitale, daughter April Vitale, siblings, Jerry Savage, Denny Savage, Thomas Savage, Patricia Jean Liscic, and Jayne Savage.

A Memorial Service will be Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 11 a.m. in Touch of Heaven Church, 10 Skyline Drive, Canfield, Ohio 44406, where the family will receive relatives and friends from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral privileged to serve the valley for more than 119 years!

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Shirley A. Arnold - March 09, 1936 - November 15, 2021

Departed: 11/15/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: VIENNA - Mrs. Shirley A. Arnold was born 03-09-36, daughter of the late Min and Sam Spokane, wife of the late Herbert B Arnold.  She resided in Youngstown from 1946 to 2021.  She attended Indiana University and Ohio State University where she graduated in 1958.  She worked as a speech pathologist for the Warren schools, Youngstown Hearing and Speech Center, Potential Development Center, and Mill Creek Child Care Center and retired in 1989 from the Youngstown schools where she worked for 32 years.

Shirley enjoyed playing Mah Jongg and taught Mah Jongg at the Jewish Community Center.

She was a member of Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom formerly Rodef Sholom Temple and its Sisterhood, El Emeth Sisterhood and the Scope Center of Howland.

She leaves a daughter Allison Israel of Henderson, Nevada (Mrs. Eli Israel), a brother Herbert Spokane of Florida, a brother Richard Spokane of Boardman, her son David Arnold passed away in 2012.

Contributions may be made to Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom, 1119 Elm Street, Youngstown, Ohio 44505. A Memorial Service will be Sunday, November 21, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. in Rodef Sholom Cemetery Chapel located in Tod Homestead Cemetery, 2200 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44505

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 119 years!

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Amber Rose Melnik - May 21, 1987 - November 08, 2021

Departed: 11/08/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: YOUNGSTOWN – Amber Rose Melnik, 34, of Youngstown passed away Monday afternoon, November 8, 2021, at St. Elizabeth – Main Campus surrounded by her loving family and closest friends.

Amber was born in Youngstown on May 21,1987 and was a daughter of Paul and Kelly (Meyers) Melnik and was a lifelong member of the community.

She was employed by First Step Recovery as a Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant and was a devoted and loving mother of three beautiful children.

Amber had a tremendous heart and dedicated her life to helping others, particularly those in recovery and continues to help others by being an organ donor.

Amber loved to laugh, she had an infectious laugh and wonderful sense of humor. She enjoyed going to comedy shows, playing machines at the casino, spending time at the beach, and Thai food. She was an amazing cook and made the best stuffed peppers and mashed potatoes. She always prioritized self-care and enjoyed massages, manicures, and pedicures.

Amber attended Prevailing Word World Outreach Center in New Castle, PA.

Amber will be missed immensely by so many. She leaves to cherish her memory, her parents; her children, Adrina Nesbitt, Austin Douglas and Alec Douglas all at home; her fiancée and life partner, Adam Douglas; sisters, Sarah Kuhns and Dawn Melnik; sister-in-law, Courtney Kuhns; three nieces and five nephews; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; her best friend and cousin, Lara Melnik; her dear best friends, Kia Waller and Haley Griffiths; her friend and sponsor, Rose Stofko.

Amber was preceded in death by her brother, Sgt. Larry Kuhns, Jr. who died in Iraq while serving his country; grandmothers, Roszalia Danylchak Melnik and Valgene Wolfcale; her Aunt and Godmother Judi Melnik; and her Uncle Lee Meyers. Contributions or donations may be made to Adam and the children.

The family will receive relatives and friends at the McCauley Funeral Home, Thursday, November 11, 2021, from 12 pm to 1 pm followed immediately by a Memorial Service conducted by Pastor Jedediah Hill at 1 pm. Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com The McCauley Funeral Home serving the valley for more than 119 years!

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Mary Agatha (Aggie) Patrick - March 24, 1937 - October 26, 2021

Departed: 10/26/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: AUSTINTOWN – Mary Agatha (Aggie) Patrick, 84, formerly of Goldie Road in Liberty Township, passed away Tuesday morning, October 26, 2021, at Victoria House in Austintown.

Mrs. Patrick who was known by Aggie was born in Girard on March 24, 1937 to Michael and Florence Zuby Zabotsky.

Aggie was a member of St. Edward Church and active with the church prayer chain. Aggie belonged to the Sokol Gymnastics Organization.  She was a graduate of Girard High School, where she was a cheerleader. Aggie enjoyed gymnastics, roller skating loved going to casinos.

Aggie was employed by U.S. Steel as a secretary in her younger years, later becoming a loving mother and homemaker. Aggie leaves to cherish her memory, sons, Donald (Jamesina) Patrick, Jr. of Struthers; Ronald (Michelle) Patrick of Sewickley, Pennsylvania; sisters, Henrietta Aggers of Liberty Twp.; Karen (Richard) Logar of Canfield; sister-in-law, Eileen Snider of Austintown; and nieces, Tracy (Michael) Markovich, Christine Owsley and Tracie (Christopher) Schmidt; great niece, Savannah Owsley; and great nephew, Christian Owsley

Aggie was preceded in death by her husband, Donald M. Patrick. Sr. whom she married July 27, 1963 and who passed away August 7, 2020 after fifty-seven years of marriage, brother-in-law, Stephen Patrick; brother-in-law, William Aggers and a brother who died at birth.

The family request that donations may be made to the church.

The family will receive relatives and friends Friday morning, October 29, 2021, in St. Edward Church from 10 t0 10:50 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am celebrated by Robert Siffrin. Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 119 years!

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Jeanne M. Ruiz - January 31, 1945 - October 23, 2021

Departed: 10/23/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: AUSTINTOWN – Jeanne was born in Struthers, Ohio, on January 31, !945, her dad died when she was 14 this shaped and molded her. Jeanne married Mike Ruiz in 1962, they were only days away from being married 59 years! Together they have four children: Richard, Melonie, Lisa, and Liza and eight grandchildren: Jena, Michael, Jason, Elaina, Nicole, Jade, Mckenzee and Mariah and six great grandchildren.

Jeanne loved reading a gift she passed on to all of us and even some of her grandchildren, she also loved photography and even won awards at it. Jeanne took loving care of her handicap grandson. For decades she was a beautiful advocate who constantly fought for him; and children like him. Mommy was often misunderstood; but when she loved you, she really loved you and you never wondered if she did. I will miss getting surprised gifts from her from QVC every so often.

Jeanne passed away in her daughter’s home on Oct. 23, 2021 surrounded by family that loved her and whom she deeply loved. I know she was thrilled to be welcomed into heaven by her mom Hazel, her dad Harry, she spent her whole life missing, and her beautiful granddaughter Elaina. Till we meet again, we will always miss you and love you, Babe.

The family will receive relatives and friends Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at McCauley Funeral Home, 230 Broadway Ave., from 10-11am followed by a Memorial Service at 11 am. Please wear a mask!

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com. Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 119 years!

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Kenneth M. Norris - November 12, 1958 - September 17, 2021

Departed: 09/17/2021 (Youngstown)

Obituary Preview: VIENNA – Kenneth M. Norris, 62, of Vienna passed away suddenly Friday evening September 17, 2021 at his home

Ken was born in Youngstown, November 12, 1958 to David and Nancy Hermes Norris and was a lifelong member of the community.

He was employed by Youngstown Osteopathic Hospital for over 27 years and was the shop steward. He was then employed by Teamsters Local 377 for eight years serving as a Business Agent and the Recording Secretary.

Ken was a member of St. Edward Parish, volunteered at Angels for Animals and their annual garage sale at the Canfield Fairgrounds. Ken was an avid animal lover.  He enjoyed his cat, Ace, feeding the Geese, Sea Gulls, Woodpeckers or as you can see, anything within his realm that had feathers. He loved poker, treasures hunting at auctions, and making lake glass for all the children at the Lake Road Condominium Association, Madison, Ohio Ken was a 1977 graduate of Ursuline High School.

He loved making people laugh and everybody enjoyed his company as he was one of a kind, but his true passion in life was about helping others to repair anything that was broken and expected nothing in return. Even in his passing, his legacy continues of helping others by being an organ donor.

Ken leaves to cherish his memory, brothers, Dave (Ann) of Lowellville, Bill (Janice) also of Lowellville, and Tim (Laurie) of Poland, life-partner, Rochelle Landy, nieces and nephews, Jennifer (Chad) Adam, David, Alex, Erica, Shelby (Nick) Griffith and Tim Jr. (Caitlin).

Besides his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Al and Lucille Hermes, his paternal grandparents, David and Rachel Norris, and his beloved cats, Duke and Jack.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 4 to 7 pm Thursday, September 23, 2021 in St. Edward Church and Friday from 10 to 10:45 am Friday, September 24, 2021 also in St. Edward Church followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am celebrated by Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Angels for Animals, 4750 W. South Range Road, Canfield, Ohio 44406 and/or Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center, 1044 Belmont Avenue, Youngstown, Ohio 44504. Because of COVID-19 the family and funeral home request that if you are attending any of or all the services that you please wear a mask and maintain social distancing. Thank you!

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.

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Facilities and Amenities

McCauley Funeral Home is located at 230 Broadway Ave., Youngstown, OH, 44504, and offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for families to gather and celebrate the life of their loved one. The funeral home features spacious chapels, comfortable visitation rooms, and ample parking for guests. In addition, the facility is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, ensuring that memorial services are conducted with dignity and respect.

Funeral Services Offered

McCauley Funeral Home offers a range of funeral services to meet the unique needs of each family. From traditional funeral services to cremation options, memorial services, and pre-planning arrangements, the staff at McCauley Funeral Home is dedicated to providing personalized support and guidance throughout the entire process. They understand that every family is unique, and they work closely with each family to create a meaningful and memorable service that honors their loved one.

Cremation Services

For families who prefer cremation, McCauley Funeral Home offers a range of options to suit their needs. From direct cremation to cremation with a memorial service, the funeral home provides a dignified and respectful way to say goodbye. The staff at McCauley Funeral Home is experienced in handling all aspects of cremation, from preparation to final disposition, ensuring that families can trust that their loved one is being cared for with compassion and respect.

Pre-Planning Arrangements

At McCauley Funeral Home, they understand the importance of planning ahead. Pre-planning arrangements allow individuals to make informed decisions about their own funeral service, alleviating the burden on their loved ones during a difficult time. The staff at McCauley Funeral Home is happy to guide individuals through the pre-planning process, ensuring that their wishes are respected and carried out according to their desires.

Community Involvement

McCauley Funeral Home is committed to giving back to the community it serves. The funeral home participates in various local events and charities, demonstrating its dedication to supporting those in need. From sponsoring community events to providing educational resources on grief support and bereavement, McCauley Funeral Home is an integral part of the Youngstown community.

Grief Support and Resources

Losing a loved one can be a devastating experience, and McCauley Funeral Home recognizes the importance of providing ongoing support to families during this difficult time. The funeral home offers a range of grief support resources, including counseling services, support groups, and online resources. Additionally, the staff at McCauley Funeral Home is always available to offer guidance and support as families navigate the grieving process.

Contact Information

If you're looking for a trusted funeral home in Youngstown, Ohio, consider reaching out to McCauley Funeral Home. Their experienced staff is available 24/7 to answer any questions or concerns you may have. You can contact them by phone at [insert phone number], or visit their website at [insert website URL]. Alternatively, you can stop by their location at 230 Broadway Ave., Youngstown, OH, 44504, to speak with a member of their team in person.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, achievements, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to share the news of a loved one's passing with friends, family, and community. They provide a sense of closure and allow people to pay their respects to the deceased. Obituaries can also be a valuable resource for genealogists and historians.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend of the deceased writes the obituary. In some cases, a funeral home or crematorium may assist with writing the obituary or provide a template for the family to fill out.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about memorial services, donations in lieu of flowers, and burial arrangements.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or online platform. Typically, it ranges from 100 to 500 words. Some online platforms may have specific word count limits or offer premium options for longer obituaries.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a nice way to personalize the tribute and help readers remember the person who has passed away.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to find out their submission process and deadlines. Some newspapers may accept submissions online, while others may require email or phone submissions.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it's becoming more common for people to write their own obituaries in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies widely depending on the publication, word count, and additional features such as photos or online tributes. Expect to pay anywhere from $50 to $1,000 or more.

Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?

It may be possible to make minor corrections or updates to an obituary after it's been published, but this depends on the publication's policies. It's essential to proofread carefully before submitting the obituary.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication's schedule and deadlines. Online platforms may publish immediately, while print newspapers may take several days or weeks.

Can I request changes to an existing obituary?

If you're not satisfied with an existing obituary, you can contact the publication or online platform to request changes. Be prepared to provide documentation or evidence to support your requested changes.

What if I want to keep the obituary private?

If you prefer not to share the obituary publicly, you can opt for a private or limited circulation. Some online platforms offer password-protected or invitation-only access to obituaries.

Can I include humor or anecdotes in an obituary?

Absolutely! An obituary is a celebration of the person's life, so feel free to include humorous stories or anecdotes that capture their personality and spirit.

How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?

If you notice errors or inaccuracies in an existing obituary, contact the publication or online platform immediately. They will work with you to correct the mistakes and republish the revised obituary.

Can I use social media to share an obituary?

Yes! Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn can be effective ways to share an obituary with friends, family, and acquaintances. You can also create a memorial page or group to honor the deceased.

What is a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of someone's passing, usually including only basic information such as name, age, date of birth and death. It's often used in conjunction with a full-length obituary.

What is a memorial tribute?

A memorial tribute is a longer piece that celebrates the person's life and legacy. It may include stories, anecdotes, quotes, and photos that showcase their personality and accomplishments.

Can I write multiple obituaries for different publications?

Yes! You can tailor different versions of the obituary for various publications or online platforms. This allows you to reach different audiences and highlight specific aspects of the person's life.

How do I preserve an online obituary?

You can save a copy of the online obituary as a PDF or screenshot it for future reference. Some online platforms also offer permanent archiving options or digital memorials that remain accessible over time.

Can I use an obituary as part of a eulogy or speech?

Absolutely! An obituary can serve as a starting point for crafting a eulogy or speech that honors the deceased. Feel free to draw inspiration from the written tribute when speaking about your loved one.

What if I'm struggling to write an obituary?

If you're having trouble writing an obituary, consider enlisting the help of a friend or family member. You can also seek guidance from a funeral home, crematorium, or professional writer who specializes in crafting meaningful tributes.

How do I ensure accuracy when writing an obituary?

To ensure accuracy when writing an obituary, verify facts with multiple sources whenever possible. Double-check dates, names, and spellings before submitting the final draft.

Can I include charitable donations in lieu of flowers in an obituary?

Yes! Including information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers is a thoughtful way to honor the deceased while supporting a worthy cause.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

If you're unsure about including sensitive information such as health issues or personal struggles in an obituary, consult with family members or close friends before making a decision.