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Tributes 2009-03-01
Mary Elizabeth Albertini, 71
NEW CASTLE, PA. – Mary Elizabeth Albertini, 71, of 407 High Meadow Drive, died the morning of Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at her residence.
Mrs. Albertini was born June 3, 1937 in Worthington, Pa., a daughter of the late Theodore and Frances Peterson Bono.
She is survived by her husband, George F. Albertini, whom she married Feb. 7, 1959.
Mrs. Albertini retired in 1985 from St. Francis Hospital of New Castle, where she was a registered nurse for 25 years. A graduate of the St. Francis School of Nursing, she was a member of St. Vitus Church.
Additional survivors include four sons, George M. Albertini and wife Michele of Boardman, Steven J. Albertini and wife Ellen of Elicot City, Md., David A. Albertini and wife Lisa of New Castle and Theodore J. Albertini of New Castle; one sister, Rose Antonio of Bellevue, Neb., along with grandchildren Andrea, Daniel, Kevin, Kate, Anthony, Michael and Vincent Albertini.
Visitation will be Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory, 941 S. Mill St. in New Castle, with burial to follow in St. Vitus Cemetery.
Online condolences may be received at www.decarbofuneralhome.com.
Carl Ansevin, 100
BOARDMAN – Carl Ansevin was born Feb. 27, 1909, at his home on Burlington Street, the son of Concetta and Christopher Anzivino Anzivino, and died Feb. 27, 2009, on his 100th birthday. For the last six years, he resided at Ron Joy, where he was well-liked and respected.
His parents were born in Montaguto, Avellino, Italy. He grew up in the Brier Hill area of Youngstown, the eldest of eight children. He was 15 when his father passed away at the age of 56, and he and his brother, Franklin, worked to support the family through the Great Depression.
He volunteered for the U.S. Navy during World War II, and his title was 1st class machinist in Patrol Bombers (PBYs). PBYs were American flyer boats used in anti-submarine warfare, patrol bombing, convoy escorts and search and rescue missions, and the most successful aircraft of its kind, and Carl dropped bombs from the back of these aircraft. In his latter years, he could vividly recall his experiences in the these aircraft and the conditions as they would spiral downward in the Pacific during World War II.
After working in the steel mill, he was a superintendent for the Youngstown Sheet Metal Manufacturing Co., which was later bought out and renamed the Automatic Sprinkler Co., and he retired in 1959.
He was quite interested in the stock market and studied The Wall Street Journal daily, making his own investment decisions.
He had a great sense of humor – so much so that he was nicknamed “Joe Green” after the comic book character from the 1920s by his younger brother, Frank (95).
He was a track star at The Rayen School and was an avid golfer, teaching many of his Brier Hill neighbors the game, playing in their own tournaments with ice cream cones as trophies. He also enjoyed dancing at the Idora Park Ballroom and other venues to the sounds of the big bands.
He was always quite health-oriented. His mother, Concetta, was the healer of Brier Hill, using garlic and prayer, as well as making house calls and delivering babies.
Carl continued the health interest as an organic gardener, and he also had beautiful flower beds. He exercised regularly, walking at least five miles a day through Brier Hill. He was a connoisseur of vegetable and fruit juices, specializing in carrot juice, tomato juice, endive and dandelion juice, and anything else he could grow in his organic garden.
Carl was an honest, hard-working man who knew how to enjoy life. He studied what he felt was important, made his own decisions and was an independent thinker. He was ahead of his time with great foresight in his investment and health issues.
He took excellent care of his mother, Concetta, until she died four months short of her 102nd birthday.
Carl will be sadly missed by his brother, Franklin, and his sister, Virginia Kohut; many nieces and nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews; and great-grand nieces, as well as many cousins.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Mary Anzivino, Annette Bassett, Rose Pandone and Clemetina Simone; and a brother, Domenic, who died in infancy.
Calling hours will be today from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Schiavone Funeral Home and Monday from 8:30 to 9 a.m. with a 9:30 Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Church.
Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery.
Rachel Marie Argenziano, 96
YOUNGSTOWN – Rachel Marie Argenziano, 96, formerly of South Glenellen Avenue, passed away Thursday evening, Feb. 26, 2009, at Meridian Arms Living Center.
Rachel was born Dec. 15, 1912, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Peter and Philomena Argenziano, and was a lifelong area resident.
She was a graduate of Chaney High School and worked for 33 years as a nurse’s aide at Northside Hospital, retiring in the late 1970s.
Rachel was a member of the Christian Assembly of God on South Avenue.
She leaves two sisters, Ann Isabella and Rose Dubas, both of Youngstown; two nieces, Rosemary Isabella and Judy Mason; and three nephews, Robert Isabella, Ronald Dubas, and David Dubas.
Besides her parents, a brother, Joseph Argenziano, is deceased.
Family and friends may call today from 4 to 7 p.m. at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Rd. in Youngstown.
Funeral services will take place at the funeral home on Monday at 1 p.m.
Interment will follow at Tod Homestead Cemetery.
Visit kinnickfuneralhome.com to view this obituary and to send condolences on-line.
Arthur James Vernon Coles III, 63
LIBERTY – Mr. Arthur James Vernon Coles III, 63, departed this life Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2009, at his home.
Mr. Coles was born Jan. 20, 1946, in Newark, N.J., a son of Arthur Samuel II and Althea Coles, and came to this area in 2004.
He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Central State University. He was employed with the City of Newark, N.J., as an administrator and taught at Weeguahic High School for 36 years. He was also past president of the Newark Athletic Hall of Fame and enjoyed art.
He leaves to cherish his precious memory, his companion, Donna Hughes of Youngstown, and her children, Regina, Robert III and McKenzie Hughes; a host of other family, including his favorite nephew, Vernon Brown, and many friends.
Friends may call on Monday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home.
There are no services.
Barbara A. Connolly, 69
YOUNGSTOWN – Barbara A. Connolly, 69, died Thursday morning, Feb. 26, 2009 at Omni Manor following a lengthy illness.
She was born Jan. 25, 1940, in Youngstown, a daughter of Freeman and Edna Lutton Bushyager Inskeep and was a lifelong area resident.
Mrs. Connolly was a certified nurse’s aid for various nursing homes and hospitals for more than 40 years. She was a member of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Youngstown.
Her husband, Eugene Connolly, died Feb. 9, 1971.
She leaves four sons, Robert Willis Jr. of Haskell, N.J., Eugene P. Connolly Jr. of Boardman, James F. Connolly of Hubbard and Glenn C. Connolly of Houston, Texas; a daughter, Victoria Lynn Christie of Mercer, Pa.; a brother, Robert Roberts of Vineland, N.J.; 11 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers; and two sisters.
There are no calling hours or services.
Arrangements were handled by the Kelley-Robb Funeral Home in Hubbard.
Please visit www.kelley-robb.com to view the obituary and to send condolences to the family.
Nora “Nana” DiCesare, 96
“Together Again”
GIRARD – Nora “Nana” DiCesare, 96, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at her home.
She was born on April 1, 1912, in Italy, the daughter of the late Joseph and Maria Antonia (Ferrona) Boungrazio.
She was a seamstress at Bridal Bouquet and worked at Humbles Restaurant in Girard. She was a member of St. Rose Church, Jolly Stitcher Card Club, and Friday Poker Club. She was also an avid bowler and bingo player.
She married Dominic C. DiCesare in 1934, and he passed away in 1996.
She is survived by a son, Dominic (Dee) DiCesare of Girard; three daughters, Frances Stanovcak of Girard, Mary Lou Acri of Youngstown, and Janet (Charles) Zander of Niles; seventeen grandchildren; thirty-one great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
Besides her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Louis Boungrazio and Leone Brent and a sister, Janette Boungrazio.
Calling hours will be from 4 to 8 pm on Monday at the McClurkin Funeral Home in Girard.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Rose Church, with prayers at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.
The family would like to thank Trumbull County Hospice for their support and care for their mother.
Ann A. Dobranchin, 89
HUBBARD – There will be private services on Monday at the Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home for Ann A. Dobranchin, 89, formerly of Youngstown, who passed away Friday at St. Elizabeth Health Center after an extended illness.
Ann was born Sept. 8, 1919, in Youngstown, a daughter of George and Mary Cihal Zalovcik and was a lifelong area resident.
She was a seamstress at Weatherby Coat in Youngstown and a cook at Mokrovich Catering in Youngstown.
She was a member of St. Matthias Catholic Church and Sokol.
Her husband, Michael Dobranchin Sr., whom she married November 1937, and he passed away November 1994.
She is survived by her sons, James (Susan) Dobranchin of Hubbard and Michael Jr. (Barbara) Dobranchin of Youngstown; nine grandchildren; and 22 great-grandchildren. She also leaves a sister, Margaret Wayda of Campbell.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers; a sister; and a great-granddaughter.
Burial will be at the Lake Cemetery in Youngstown.
Family and friends may visit www.stewart-klye.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
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Donald Ray Ellis Sr., 80
HUBBARD – Donald Ray Ellis Sr., 80, passed away Friday at the Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Donald was born Jan. 13, 1929, in Youngstown, a son of Walter Earl and Edna Easter McCue Ellis.
He was a staff sergeant for 20 years in the U.S. Army and had worked on the Alaskan Pipeline. While in the Army, he served in Germany, France and Vietnam. He was a member of the Hubbard VFW Post No. 3767 and was a Mason.
He is survived by his son, Donald Ray Ellis Jr. of New Castle, Pa.; and his siblings, Iris Rose English of Sharon, Pa., Emma Jane Ceccarelli of Ravenna, Earlene F. Root and Karen Marie Root, both of West Middlesex, Pa., and Paul Earl Ellis of McDonald.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Lowie Dunlap, and a sister, Ruth Mulina.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home.
Burial will be at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sharon Regional Hospice, 2320 Highland Road, Hermitage, PA 16148.
Family and friends may visit www.stewart-kyle.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
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Brooke Loren Gaither
AUSTINTOWN – Private services were held for infant daughter Brooke Loren Gaither, who was born Feb. 20, 2009, in St. Elizabeth Health Center to William Jr. and Rebecca (Fox) Gaither.
Brooke is survived by her parents of Austintown; grandparents Mike and Laurie Fox of Lowellville and William and Gloria Gaither of Columbiana; and great-grandmothers Ruth Burns and Margaret Fox, both of Poland, and Helen Sahli of Columbiana.
Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Martha Newlin Hartley, 89
NORTH LIMA – Martha Newlin Hartley, 89, died Saturday, Feb. 21, at Essex II of Salem from complications of Alzheimer’s.
She was born March 27, 1919 in Snow Camp, N.C., a daughter of Harvey and Nannie (Guthrie) Newlin.
She was a birthright member of the North Carolina Yearly Meeting of Friends (Quaker) and a current member of Ohio Yearly Meeting of Friends, Middleton Meeting of Friends, and a winter attendee of Pima Friends Meeting in Tucson, Ariz.
She and her husband, Everett Hartley, were married 67 years. They moved to North Lima in 1949, operating the Hartley Dairy Farm and were previously employed at the Harlan Dale Dairy Farm in Ravenna. Following graduation from Eli Whitney High School in North Carolina, she received a second diploma from the Olney Friends Boarding School in Barnesville and taught in a one room school house in Barnesville prior to her marriage.
She was an active member of the community and was founder of the Beaver Zippers 4-H Club, serving as advisor for 35 years. She held many offices with the Extension Homemakers Club, Mahoning County Farm Bureau and the Community Institutes.
She was in the cast of many community theatrical productions, loved horseback riding, was an avid fan of national and local high school sports and was a member the Eli Whitney Girls Basketball Team while in high school. She was an honorary member of the Cooperative de Criadores del Cibao Inc. in Moca, Dominican Republic.
She is survived by a daughter, D. Pearle (Jerry) Burlingame of North Lima; grandchildren Cheryl (Bill) Jackson of Gunnison, Colo., Linda (Patrick) McElroy of Port au Prince, Haiti, Brenda Burlingame of Charlotte, N.C. and Carol Burlingame of Minturn, Colo.; great-granddaughters, Cora and Claire Jackson; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Everett, in 2005; a son, Harvey E. Hartley, in 1964; three brothers, Roseland, Burton and Alfred Newlin; and one sister, Mary Bray.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 14, at Middleton Friends Meeting House, 44866 Crestview Road, Middleton, near Columbiana, where friends may greet the family from 10:30 to 11 a.m. followed by the service at 11 a.m.
Her body was donated to the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Middleton Friends Meeting or a charity of choice.
Richard M. Hartman, 73
NEW SPRINGFIELD – A service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday in the chapel at Green Haven Memorial Gardens for Richard M. Hartman, 73, who passed away Thursday evening at Ivy Woods Care Center.
Richard was born Jan. 19, 1936, in North Jackson, the son of Joe and Katherine (Sturdevant) Hartman.
He was the owner of Hartman Construction.
He leaves his wife, the former Marcia Welty, whom he married Oct. 22, 1956; seven children, Richard Kurt of Boardman, Kenn of North Royalton, Lance (Sue) of Boardman, Lee (Sandy) of Champion, Noll of Canfield, Laura (Joe) Lozzi of Kentucky and Kim of South Range. Richard also leaves one brother, Paul Meredith of Vienna; and nine grandchildren, Casey, Corey, Katie, Christy, Nicholas, Jacob, T.J., Joshua and Matthew.
Besides his parents, Richard was preceded in death by one sister, Darlene McCullough.
Family and friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. today at the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
John F. Kloos Jr., 55
YOUNGSTOWN – John F. Kloos Jr., 55, passed away early Saturday morning, Feb. 21, 2009, at his residence.
He attended Woodrow Wilson High School. He also attended T.D.D.S. Truck Driving School, where he graduated.
He was employed by Rapid United Steel Haulers Inc., as well as various other companies. He enjoyed video games, fishing, and spending time with his children. He loved to cook for large groups of people. He always said “If you leave the table hungry, that’s your own fault.” He was an avid Steelers fan.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He will be deeply missed by his four children and future son-in-law, Erin Kloos (Daniel Vaughn), John Kloos, Tony Kloos, and Dawn Kloos.
There will be a memorial celebration at his residence.
Arrangements are being handled by the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel.
Ella Loosemore, 71
MASURY – A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at the Lane Funeral Homes, Madasz Chapel in Brookfield for Ella Loosemore, 71, who passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at 7:45 a.m. in the emergency room of Sharon Regional Health Center.
Ella was born Feb. 18, 1938, in Spanishburg, W.Va., the daughter of the late Roy and Alice (Boyd) McGhee.
Ella was retired from Meadowbrook Manor and enjoyed gardening, flowers and reading.
Ella is survived by her husband, David W. Loosemore, whom she married Jan. 4, 1958; her children, Daniel Loosemore of Masury, Johnna (John) Peretic of Masury, Donald Loosemore of Niles and Richard Loosemore of Masury; three sisters, Betty Miller of Hermitage, Pa., Mona Passerini of Transfer, Pa., Marian Cornell of Urbana; three brothers, Bruce McGhee of Masury, Glenn McGhee of Sharon, Pa. and Floyd McGhee of Masury; 17 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Besides her parents, Ella was preceded in death by two children, David and Kemma Loosemore; a sister, Barbara Gault; and a brother, Jack McGhee.
Family will receive friends on Monday, March 2, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Ida Marinelli, 90
YOUNGSTOWN – Ida Marinelli, 90, died Saturday, Feb. 28, 2009, at Meridian Arms.
She was born Feb. 11, 1919, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Daniel Leone and the late Loretta (D’Amico) Leone and the wife of the late Philip Marinelli, whom she married June 29, 1940.
Her family includes, a daughter, Joanne Manes of Youngstown; a son, Dr. Philip Marinelli of Denton, Texas; a sister, Gena Natoli of Poland; seven grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her brother, Louis Leone and her sisters, Irma Baker and Mary Leone.
She was a member of St. Christines Church, Daughters of St. Dominics for over 50 years, Ameritol, Barrea Club, and also volunteered at St. Elizabeth Health Center as a grandparent. She was employed as a seamstress for many years at Hartzells and also Bride and Formal. She enjoyed sewing and gardening.
Calling hours will be at the Fabrizio Funeral Home, 619 East Indianola Ave. in Youngstown, on Tuesday, March 3, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Services will be at St. Christines Church at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 4, 2009.
Ronald L. Papke
YOUNGSTOWN – Military services will be offered at 11:30 a.m. Friday, March 6, at the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, for Ronald Lee Papke, 62, who died peacefully at his residence.
Ronald was born May 26, 1947, in Youngstown to the Late William E. and Florence E. (Whistler) Papke.
Ronald was a former member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was a 1964 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School and a 1966 graduate of the Data Processing Institute of Youngstown. He was an avid reader and history buff.
Ronald was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, starting his training at the Great Lakes Navel Training Center, and serving at Reykjavik Iceland, Paris Island, and Camp Lejeune. He was an expert marksman, able to disassemble and assemble his weapon blindfolded, but the Navy decided to made him a corpsman.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, William E. Papke Jr.
Ronald is survived by a sister, Darlene (Carl) Burman of Youngstown; and two nieces, Heather and Hiedi.
Burial will be in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel.
Visit www.higgins-reardon.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Robert F. Schneider Sr.
CANFIELD – A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday in St. Joseph Church in Austintown for Robert F. Schneider Sr., who passed away Thursday in St. Ann’s Hospital in Westerville.
Robert was born July 16, 1930, in Youngstown, the son of Eugene L. and Marie (Amon) Schneider.
He was a carpenter with Union Local No. 171 for 39 years, retiring in 1991. Bob was also a member of the church and a veteran of the Korean War, serving as a private in the U.S. Army, 3rd Infantry Division 15th Regiment in Korea, and received the Purple Heart.
His wife, the former Patricia A. Bell, whom he married Nov. 8 1958, passed away June 9, 2001.
Bob leaves four children, Mrs. Kathleen (Bob) Moore of Pembroke Pines, Fla., Robert (Trish) Schneider of Powell, Edward Schneider of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and Gary Schneider of Boynton Beach, Fla.; one sister, Regina Sanko of Boardman; two brothers, John Schneider of Boardman, and Richard Schneider of North Lima; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Besides his parents and wife, Bob is preceded in death by a grandson, Joshua Moore; three sisters, his twin sister, Margaret McCarthy, Mary Ann Uray, and Ruth Robinson; and two brothers, Joseph Schneider and Eugene Schneider.
Family and friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel, where closing prayers will begin at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Stevayah Juanita Slade, 4 months
YOUNGSTOWN – A Homegoing celebration to honor the life of Ms. Stevayah Juanita Slade, 4 months, will be held Monday at 1 pm at the J.E. Washington Funeral Home with Rev. Elenora Felder officiating.
Stevayah was born Oct. 10, 2008, in Youngstown, a daughter of Stephen Slade and Donna Wright.
She was transferred to Akron Children’s Hospital on Oct. 23, 2008. On Nov. 27, 2008 she was able to return home to her loving parents.
Stevayah enjoyed eating every two hours faithfully, watching television and being soothed by her pacifier. She also enjoyed playing with her twin sister, Stevonna Slade and her parents.
Stevayah’s smile brought joy to everyone around here. She has touched the lives of her family and she will truly be missed.
On Feb. 23, 2009 our heavenly Father cast his eternal light onto St. Elizabeth’s Health Care Center and beckoned his angel home.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her parents; her twin sister; her maternal grandparents, Monique and Gary Benjamin; her paternal grandparents, Sharon Slade, Lloyd (Cheryl) Watkins; three aunts; and four uncles, all of Youngstown; and a host of other relatives and dear friends.
She was greeted in heaven by her great-grandmothers Juanita Baker, Bernice Wright and her aunt, Kelly Slade
The family will receive friends Monday, one hour prior to services at the funeral home.
Burial will be at Belmont Park Cemetery.
Richard J. Slepski Sr., 63
SUN CITY, ARIZ. – Richard J. Slepski Sr., 63, formerly of Austintown, passed away Feb. 16, 2009.
Richard was born in Youngstown to Louis and Louise Slepski.
He was a graduate of Chaney High School. While living in Ohio, Richard was employed with General Motors and then was a police officer and president of the Fraternal Order of Police with the Austintown Police Department. Upon moving to Arizona in 1982, Richard’s career was in corporate security. He was a proud veteran and a member of the American Legion.
He leaves his beloved wife and best friend of 41 years, Marian (Vincent); his daughters, Robyn (Bob) Anderson of Phoenix and Stacey (Rod) Neill of Youngstown; and a son, Richard Jr. of Phoenix. He was papa to his five grandchildren, Tyler, Andrew, Matthew, Ryan and Emily, who loved him dearly. He also leaves many cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services were held Friday, Feb. 20, 2009, at the Brophy Chapel in Phoenix.
Donations can be made in Richard’s name to Hospice of Arizona, 2222 Northern Ave., Suite A100, Phoenix, AZ 85021 or Brophy College Prep, 4701 N. Central Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85012.
Stephen H. Sudimak, 56
NORTH JACKSON – Family and friends may call at the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday for Stephen H. Sudimak, 56, who died Friday at his home.
Steve was born Aug. 29, 1952, in Salem, the son of the late Robert E. and Barbara (Vasko) Sudimak.
He had owned and operated High Tech Electronics in North Jackson for a number of years.
Steve graduated from United Electronics Institute in Akron and enjoyed traveling, fishing and gardening.
He leaves a son, Shawn Burke of Lordstown; six sisters, Barbara Gettmann of Diamond, Pamela D’Amico of North Jackson, Noreen Sudimak of Berlin Center, Ellen Borchers of North Jackson, Anita Beil of Columbus and Petrine Lucarell of Hubbard; one grandson, Craig Brown; and several nieces and nephews.
There are no funeral services.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Clara M. Wagner, 67
YOUNGSTOWN – Services will be Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at 11 a.m. at the Grace Evangelitic Church for Mrs. Clara M. Wagner, 67, who departed this life Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Health Center.
Mrs. Wagner was born May 28, 1941, in Georgiana, Ala., a daughter of John Adams and Annie Lou Grissett, and came to this area as a teenager.
She was a former member of the New Hope Baptist Church and Truth Assembly of God.
A homemaker, Clara enjoyed cooking, especially for her children and grandchildren, whom she loved dearly. Clara was a praying mother who loved the Lord and enjoyed singing praises to His Name.
Her husband, Raymond D. Wagner, whom she married Aug. 23, 1985, passed away Aug. 22, 2002.
She leaves to cherish her precious memory, three daughters, Barbara Chatman, Betty (Jerry) Whitfield and Latosha Franklin, all of Youngstown; three sons, Major (Pat) Thomas of Atlanta, Anthony (Carol) Thomas and James (Theresa) Thomas, both of Youngstown; stepchildren Edgar and Lamont Wagner, Carla Gonzalez and Lisa Mendez; five sisters, Lula D. Cody, Mamie (Matthew) Pritchett and Fairy M. (Ronell) Carter, all of Youngstown, Deba Gray and Brenda Gray, both of Evergreen, Ala.; two brothers, Lewis C. Adams of Youngstown and Nathaniel (Cealy) Grissett of Wilmington, Del.; 16 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Leroy Hicks and Wilson Adams; and two sisters, the Rev. Willie Mae Minor and Annie Mae Anderson.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.
Arrangements entrusted to the L.E. Black, Philllips & Holden Funeral Home.
Nancy M. Yukon, 85
BELOIT – Nancy M. Yukon, 85, formerly of McDonald, died Friday, Feb. 27, 2009, at Salem Community Hospital.
She was born May 7, 1923, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Sinatara and Philomenia (Barone) Arbie.
She was a member of the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in McDonald. She lived most of her life on New Jersey Avenue in McDonald, and in 2003 made her home with her daughter, Barbara, in Beloit.
She was a great homemaker and excellent cook and baker. Holidays were enjoyed at her home in McDonald.
She married Walter Yukon on June 1, 1946, he passed away Jan. 6, 2003.
She is survived by a daughter, Barbara Lerch of Beloit, and three granddaughters, Cindy, Betsy, and Amy.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Rocco, Louis, and Sam Arbie, and a sister, Ann Depinto.
Services are private.
Arrangements are being handled by the McClurkin Funeral Home in Girard.
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