Tyler Michael Opsitnik
Jun 6, 2026
YOUNGSTOWN - Tyler Michael Opsitnik passed away June 6, 2026 unexpectedly following a brief illness.
Tyler was born on Jan. 24, 2001, in Youngstown, to Elizabeth Opsitnik. He was a 2019 graduate of Chaney High School and Choffin CTC. He enjoyed helping people with technology, such as cell phones, gaming computers, and other electronic devices. His favorite hobbies included gaming with...
Jeffrey J. Moorhead
Jul 26, 2026
Poland – Jeffrey J. Moorhead passed away July 26, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family. A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, August 3, at 10:00 am at St. Dominic Catholic Church at 77 East Lucius Avenue in Youngstown 44507. Afterwards, there will be a luncheon and celebration of Jeff’s life at the St. Dominic Parish Center.
Jeffrey...
Shirley Jean Ortz
Jul 14, 2026
New Middletown – Shirley Jean Ortz, born on February 2, 1939, passed away July 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Shirley lived a life defined by faith, service, hard work, and unwavering devotion to her family and community.
Born to Chester and Ruth Nelson, Shirley was raised with the values of kindness, integrity, and perseverance that would guide her throughout...
Eileen R. Flora
Jul 14, 2026
STRUTHERS - Eileen R. Flora 91 entered into eternal rest July 14, at her home surrounded by her caring and loving family. Eileen was born September 20, 1934, in Struthers to the late William J. Higgins and Anne Mikulas Higgins Roth. Eileen was a 1952 graduate of Struthers High School and lived in Struthers most of her life.
On May 14,...
Tammy Lee Rogers
Jul 11, 2026
Struthers – Tammy Lee Rogers, 58, died at her home on July 11, 2026.
Tammy was born in Butler, PA, on November 24, 1967, a daughter of Allen Eugene and Katherine Jane Riddell Detwiler. She married Perry Michael Rogers on January 2, 2004.
Tammy leaves her beloved dog, Coco, her brother Steve Detwiler in Hermitage, PA, and her many beloved nieces and...
Steven Armstrong
Jun 18, 2026
Steven “Steve” Armstrong, 84, of Boardman, Ohio, passed away at home on June 18, 2026.
Born on July 11, 1941, Steve spent his entire life in Boardman. He graduated from Boardman High School in 1959 and built a life defined by hard work, dedication to family, and appreciation for life's simple pleasures.
On February 19, 2026, Steve and his wife, the former...
Terri Ann Shaffer
Jun 18, 2026
Struthers - Terri A. Shaffer, of Struthers, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on June 18, 2026, after a courageous year-long battle with Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
Born on May 24, 1968, in Youngstown, Ohio, Terri spent most of her life living and working throughout Youngstown and the surrounding communities.
Terri found joy in life's simple pleasures: a warm cup...
Leslie Gail Wire
Jun 14, 2026
New Middletown – Services will be held at the Zion Lutheran Church 10857 Main Street, New Middletown, OH 44442 at 12:00 PM Noon on Wednesday June 17, 2026 for Leslie Gail Wire 76, who passed away on Sunday afternoon June 14, 2026 Leslie was born on October 15, 1949 in Salem, OH, a daughter of Lester and Margaret Ann Fry...
Fred Martino
Jun 13, 2026
New Middletown – Private services were held for Fred Martino, age 97, who passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, at his home surrounded by his wife, Rose, and his children.
Fred was born May 13, 1929, in Lowellville a son of Rocco and Carmela Marrapedi, who came from Italy and settled in Lowellville and then moved to Struthers. He married...
Brent Phillip Mincher
May 20, 2026
Bridgeport - Brent Phillip Mincher, 60, passed away May 20, 2026 at home after a lengthy illness. Brent was born November 29, 1965 in Youngstown, Ohio to Donald and Donna Hoehnle Mincher. He was a 1984 graduate of Springfield Local High School and attended Youngstown State University and then graduated from the Pittsburgh Aeronautics Institute. He then settled in Morgantown,...
Eva J (Muntean) Abbattista
May 19, 2026
New Middletown - Eva J. Muntean (Abbattista), born in Youngstown on December 24, 1947, passed away on May 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was reunited in heaven with her beloved husband, Leonard Abbattista, who passed earlier this year, as well as her parents, John and Dora Muntean, who preceded her in death.
Eva was a devoted...
Patricia A. Cramer
May 15, 2026
Poland - Patricia A. “Patty” (Swesey) Cramer, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Friday, May 15, 2026.
Born on February 17, 1959, in Warren, Ohio, Patty was the beloved daughter of Paul E. Swesey Sr. and June E. Swesey (McClish). She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose greatest joy in life was...
Joyce A. Leasure
May 1, 2026
Columbiana - Joyce Ann Leasure, 75, of Columbiana, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on September 9, 1950, Joyce lived a life defined by compassion, faith, and unwavering dedication to others. Joyce is survived by her husband Howard, with who she shared many years of love and partnership who remained by...
Ada Mae Anglin
Apr 29, 2026
New Middletown-Ada Mae Anglin, 89, was born on November 29, 1936 in Brownton, West Virginia. She attended a one room schoolhouse in Bear Mountain and then Philippi WV High School. She met and married her husband Robert H. in 1955, who passed in 2007. She is one of eight children, six deceased, Virginia Shaffer, Robert Pyle, Marvin Pyle,
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Wayne "Hutch" R. Hutchison, Jr.
Apr 26, 2026
New Middletown – Wayne R. Hutchison, Jr, "Hutch", 66, died Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Wexner Medical Center in Columbus.
Wayne was born on March 23, 1960 in Beaver Falls, PA, a son of Wayne R. Hutchison, Sr. and Darlene Headley Exposito. He graduated from Black Hawk High School and served in the Navy during the First...
Richard J. Moffett
Apr 23, 2026
Lisbon -A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Negley Fire Hall at 50683 Richardson Avenue in Negley, 44441 for Richard J. Moffett, 60, who died Thursday, April 23, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown.
Richard was born October 3, 1965, in East Liverpool a son of Roy...
Dr. Mary Lee Sandusky
Apr 22, 2026
Cortland - Mary Lee Sandusky passed away peacefully on April 22, 2026. Born June 21, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Leona (Muller) and Andy E. Sandusky. She grew up in Struthers and graduated from Struthers High School. She continued her education at Youngstown State University, where she earned a B.S. in Education, majoring in elementary education...
Cynthia Lou (Vespasian) Hutchko
Apr 21, 2026
New Middletown — Cynthia L. "Cindy" Hutchko, 70, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. She was born January 23, 1956, in Youngstown, the daughter of August and Ina (Shawl) Vespasian. Cindy was raised in Struthers and was a graduate of Struthers High School.
Cindy married Ronald Hutchko on December 29, 1988. She lived in Virginia...
Mary Ann Phillis
Apr 21, 2026
Petersburg – Mary Ann Phillis, 75 passed away on Tuesday afternoon, April 21, 2026 at the Hospice House.
Mary Ann was born on July 29, 1950 in Youngstown, Ohio , a daughter of Cy and Dorothy Enney Tatarka. She lived in the area her whole life and graduated from Liberty High School. She was a scale master...
Pamela L. Curran
Apr 13, 2026
Struthers-Pamela Curran, age 74, passed away on Monday, April 13th, 2026.
Pam was born June 26th, 1951 in Youngstown, OH. She was the daughter of Lena and John Rossler, Sr.
Pam was an impactful manager in the jewelry and insurance business and won many awards for her leadership and sales accomplishments. Pam was a member...
