Tributes 2009-05-21

Gloria Burke, 78

POLAND – Prayers will begin at 9:15 a.m. at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Boardman-Canfield Chapel followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. Christine’s Church in Youngstown, for Mrs. Gloria Burke, 78, formerly of Lucerne Lane in Boardman, who died Monday morning at Hospice House.

Gloria was born July 11, 1930 in McDonald, a daughter of Alex and Ann Drabiska Guran.

She was a 1948 graduate of Niles McKinley, a member of St. Christine Church and was a former coordinator for the Youngstown Area Irish step dancers.

Gloria leaves her husband, William Burke, whom she married Aug. 30, 1952; two daughters, Kathy (Marty) Potnick of Stateline, Nev. and Nancy (Mike) Feist of Cincinnati; three sons, Tom (Sue) Burke of Perrysburgh, Daniel (Ann) Burke of New Orleans and Patrick (Dawn) Burke of Poland; 16 grandchildren, Jennifer Thomas, Scott, Katie and Tessa Burke, Kaitlin and Alex Potnick, Bryan and Sean Burke, Luke, Maria, Daniel and Simon Feist, Ryan and Nicholas Tara and Cameron Burke; two great-grandchildren, Carson and Alivia Thomas.

Gloria was loved by all her children as the greatest Mom and was proud to be called Gramma by her grandchildren, who adored her as much as she loved them. Many of her favorite memories were those involving her grandkids, who always brought smiles to her face.

Gloria was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Frank Guran of Scottsdale, Ariz., who died on the same day as her.

Gloria’s greatest enjoyment was her family, especially spending time with her grandchildren.

Friends may call today from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hospice House in Gloria’s memory.

Visit www.higgins-reardon.com to view this obituary and to send condolences.

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Raymond E. Davis, 87

AUSTINTOWN – Raymond E. Davis, 87, died Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at home. A resident of Austintown most of his life, he had been in declining health.

Born Oct. 10, 1921 in Rimerton, Pa., the son of the late Frank Davis and Edna Mae (Staples) Davis.

He was preceded in death on May 13, 1997 by his wife of 46 years, Rebecca B. “Becky” (Johnson) Davis, whom he married on June 29, 1951.

He graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1941 and attended night school at Youngstown College.

A World War II veteran, he joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1942 and was seriously wounded in action against the Japanese, Feb. 2, 1944, during the assault and capture of Roi-Namur, Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Following the war, he returned to the Youngstown area to make his home and raise a family.

Ray was a machinist at the William B. Pollock Co. for 30 years, retiring in 1971. He then worked 15 years for Packard Electric Division of General Motors in Warren as a form grinder in the skilled trades department, retiring in 1986. He continued to stay active during his retirement years as an agent with Jordan-Schriber Realty and Brighton Realty, both in Youngstown.

He was a life member of the 4th Marine Division Association, a charter member of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. and member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart.

He was a 71-year member of the Four Mile Run Christian Church in Austintown, where he served as a Sunday school superintendent, teacher and deacon. Originally a member of St. Albans Masonic Lodge 677 in Youngstown, he later transferred his membership to Argus Masonic Lodge 545 in Canfield. He was a former president of the Warren Junior Military Band Parents and also belonged to the Aut Mori Grotto in Youngstown, V.F.W. Post 4237 and American Legion Post 301, both in Austintown, the Tuesday Night Supper Club, the Square Dance Club, Niles Moose Lodge 627 and the Scope Rhythm Band in Warren. Until 2008, he never missed attending the Canfield Fair. On his 75th birthday, he parachuted out of an airplane, earning him the nickname “Skydive 75.”

Ray was self made. He designed and crafted his own tools and designed and built his own home. He enjoyed reading, studying and investing in the stock market, astronomy and dancing. But his family was foremost in his life, whether it was their six-week trip through the western United States back in 1971 or more recent cruises to the Caribbean with his children and grandchildren. He especially relished watching them learn to water ski on their annual vacations to Sparrow Lake in Canada. He was the true “patriarch” of the family.

Surviving are his four children and their spouses, Kenneth L. and Rhonda Davis of Galion, Pamela R. and Donald Bloom of Canfield, Sandra L. and William McHenry of Medina and Barbara K. and James Schehl of Stafford, Va.; six grandchildren, Stacey and Andrea McHenry, Kaylee and Audrey Davis and Courtney and Corey Schehl; one sister, Jean Bass of Forest City, N.C.; and his special caregivers, Mary Salvino and Judi Carder.

In addition to his wife and his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Davis Jr. and Richard L. Davis; two sisters, Joann Davis and Marilyn Lucas; his first wife and high school sweetheart, Mary Margaret (Burke) Davis in 1947; and their infant daughter, Joann Rae Davis.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2009, at the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009, at the Four Mile Run Christian Church with the Rev. Bob Mack officiating.

Burial will follow at Four Mile Run Cemetery with full military honors conducted by the U.S. Marine Corps and the Ellsworth V.F.W.

Masonic services will be held at 9 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2009, during calling hours at the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Four Mile Run Christian Church, 701 N. Four Mile Run Road, Youngstown, OH 44515.

Visit www.richardsondavis.com and www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view the online obituary and sign the guest registry.

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Mario A. DeLisio, 82

POLAND – Prayers will begin at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at the Fox Funeral Home in Boardman, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at the Holy Family Church, celebrated by Father Gerald DeLucia, for Mario A. DeLisio, 82, who passed away Tuesday afternoon at Saint Elizabeth Boardman Health Center.

Mr. DeLisio was born July 10, 1926 in Petrella Tiferninia, Italy, a son of Giuseppe and Marietta Mastroberardino DeLisio and came to Youngstown in 1947.

He graduated from high school in Italy.

He was the owner of Mrs. D’s Pizza, DeLisio’s Florist and Gifts, The Old Stone Tavern in Poland and DeLisio Trucking. He had worked as a machinist at Wean United. He was a painter and the owner of DeLisio Painting Company, retiring in 2006.

He was a member of the church, the Mora Club, The Castle B and Knights of Columbus Council No. 4471 in Poland.

He was a self-taught artist, avid gardener and Cleveland Indians, Cleveland Browns and Ohio State Fan.

Besides his wife, the former Angeline M. “Angie” Muto, whom he married July 18, 1950, he leaves two sons, Joseph DeLisio (fiancé, Barb Rouse) of Libertyville, Ill. and Marty (Dina) DeLisio of Willoughby; a daughter, Marietta (Robert) Murcko of Poland; a brother, Guido (Rose) DeLisio of Austintown; a sister-in-law, Angie DeLisio of Poland; and eight grandchildren, Joe, Jenna, Dominic and Mark DeLisio and Robert, Anthony, Kaitlyn and Christin Murcko.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Edward DeLisio.

Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and send condolences.

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Marjorie Glavan, 79

PETERSBURG – Marjorie Glavan, 79, of 14621 state Route 170, P.O. Box 332, passed away at 1:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 20, 2009, at Hospice House of Poland, where she had been a patient for the past six days.

Marjorie was born March 20, 1930 in New Castle, Pa., a daughter of the late Frank and Mary Steber Macek.

She was a 1948 graduate of Girard High School. She had lived in East Palestine until 1995 when she moved to Petersburg.

She was a member of the Our Lady of Lourdes Church in East Palestine.

Marjorie was married in 1959 to Harry L. Glavan, who preceded her in death on Nov. 6, 2005. A son, Harry Glavan Jr., preceded her in death on June 20, 1984. A sister, Betty Majovski, is also deceased.

She is survived by two sons, Luke (Connie) Glavan of New Castle and Leonard (Bonnie) Glavan of Petersburg; a brother, Frank (Wilma) Macek of Girard; and a sister, Rose Marie Jisa of North Royalton. Three grandsons, Luke, Leonard (Adyson), and Cole Glavan also survive her.

The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, May 22, at the Oliver-Linsley Funeral Home in East Palestine, with the Rev. Daniel Cipar of her church, officiating. Burial will follow at Liberty Union Cemetery in Girard.

Friends will be received at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. today.

The family has requested that memorial tributes be made to Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, OH 44514.

Please visit www.oliver-linsley.com to send condolences.

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Mary Henik, 86

BOARDMAN – Mary Henik, 86, passed away Wednesday in the Emergency Room at St. Elizabeth Boardman Health Center.

She was born Feb. 9, 1923 in Youngstown, daughter of the late Anthony Grieco and Mary (Mancini) Grieco.

She was the wife of Andrew Henik, whom she married Feb. 10, 1945.

Family includes her husband, Andrew Henik of Boardman; daughters and sons-in-law, Virginia and Paul Duncan of Boardman and Patricia and Edward McLaughlin of Texas; sisters, Alice Garramone of Poland and Dorothy Manley of Boardman; brother, Daniel Grieco Sr. of Boardman; two grandsons; and two great-grandchildren.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Andrea Goehring.

She attended East High School and was a member of St. Charles Church. She was an avid bowler and she especially enjoyed gambling.

Calling hours will be today, May 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. and Friday from 9:30 to 10 a.m. at Fabrizio Funeral Home, 619 E. Indianola Ave. in Youngstown.

Services will be Friday, May 22, at 10:30 a.m. at Fabrizio Funeral Home.

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Stanley Izenas Sr., 88

SHARON – Stanley Izenas Sr., 88, of 335 Cedar Ave., passed away at 4:45 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2009, in the Intensive Care Unit at Sharon Regional Health System.

Mr. Izenas was born July 5, 1920 in Sharon, a son of the late Paul and Mary Kapiec Izenas.

He was a lifelong Sharon resident and attended Sharon High School, where he was a standout running back for the football team.

Mr. Izenas retired in 1982 as a tool and die maker from the former Sharon Transformer Division of Westinghouse Electric Corporation, where he was employed for 41 years.

He was a charter member of St. Stanislaus Kostka Church in Sharon and a member of the former Polish Home in Farrell, Pa.

His wife, the former Marie Chrobak, whom he married Sept. 28, 1941, passed away Jan. 21, 1993.

Surviving are three daughters, Kathleen Takacs and her husband, James of Mercer, Pa., Arlene Billak and her husband, Richard of Austintown and Irene Mistretta and her husband, James of Sharpsville, Pa.; two sons, Robert Izenas and his wife, Bernadette of Sharon and Paul Izenas and his wife, Jill of Cranberry Township in Butler County; two sisters, Stella Truchan and her husband, Arthur of Hermitage, Pa. and Frances Cowger of Liberty Township in Trumbull County; a brother, Vincent Sabulsky and his wife, Delores of Pulaski; nine grandchildren, Michael and Patrick Izenas, Colleen Hartsock, Tammy Cress, Eric Izenas, Damian Billak, Justin Mistretta and Tyler and Chad Izenas; 10 great-grandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Betty Izenas of Greenville.

Besides his parents and wife, Stanley was preceded in death by a son, Stanley Izenas Jr.; his stepfather, Stanley Sabulsky; two sisters, Violet Busch and Sallie Habinak; and three brothers, Theodore, Walter and Benjamin Sabulsky.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association, 3168 E. State St., Hermitage, PA 16148 or to the American Cancer Society, 3208 Wilmington Road, New Castle, PA 16105.

Calling hours are private at J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory Inc., 1090 E. State St. in Sharon.

Friends may visit www.McGonigleFuneralHomeandCrematory.com to email condolences.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, May 22, 2009, at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church in Sharon.

Interment will be at St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Hermitage.

Arrangements are being handled by the J. Bradley McGonigle Funeral Home and Crematory Inc., 1090 E. State St. in Sharon.

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Doris L. Kimberley, 75

YOUNGSTOWN – Services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at the Howard-Rhoden Memorial Home for Doris L. Kimberley, 75, who passed away on Monday, May 18.

Calling hours will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., prior to services at the funeral home.

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Dorothy Jean Kupka, 84

SALEM – Dorothy Jean Kupka, 84, of Southeast Boulevard in Salem died at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at the Hospice House in Poland.

She was born Nov. 10, 1924 in Youngstown, the daughter of the late George W. and Gentilia (Payne) Ward.

Dorothy had worked at the Youngstown Sheet & Tube and also for the Columbiana County Board of Elections.

She was a member of the Salem First Baptist Church, the Nelson Circle, a former chairperson of the church board and deacon.

She golfed in the Ladies Sunset League at the Hyde-a-way Golf Club, was a former member of the Salem Golf Club and belonged to card clubs.

Dorothy was a 1942 graduate of South High School and a 50-year member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.

Her husband, Bonaventure “Ben” Kupka, whom she married Nov. 20, 1948, preceded her in death on Dec. 13, 2004.

She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Werner (Phyllis) Fitz of Cleveland and Mrs. Timothy (Vivian) Bielski of Hudson, Fla.; a son, Benjamin (Nancy) Kupka of Murrysville, Pa.; and four grandchildren.

A brother, James Ward and a sister, Alice Jane Reilly also preceded her in death.

Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the First Baptist Church in Salem, with the Rev. Claye Folger officiating.

Friends may call on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Stark Memorial Funeral Home.

Burial will be at Highland Memorial Park in Beloit.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Services, 5208 Mahoning Ave., Suite 201, Youngstown, OH 44515 or Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, OH 44514.

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Thomas E. Maughan, 92

“Together Again”

LIBERTY – There will be a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Friday at St. Patrick Catholic Church for Thomas E. Maughan, 92, of Liberty Arms Assisted Living, formerly of Corll Street in Hubbard, who passed away Tuesday after a brief illness.

Thomas was born Jan. 1, 1917 in Youngstown, a son of Michael and Sarah Cosgrove Maughan and was a lifelong Hubbard resident.

He was an inspector at Republic Steel for 42 years and was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corp, serving during World War II.

He also was an avid Browns, Indians and Notre Dame fan.

His wife, the former Eleanor Marie Dwyer, whom he married Sept. 6, 1941, passed away Dec. 20, 2005.

He is survived by his children, James E. (Deborah) Maughan of Hubbard, John F. (Heather) Maughan of Kailua, Hawaii, M.B. (Michael T. Leahy, M.D.) Maughan of Waquoit, Mass.; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife.

There will be calling hours Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with the funeral Mass immediately following.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ursuline High School, 750 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH 44505.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home in Hubbard.

Friends and family are invited to visit the funeral home’s website www.stewart-kyle.com to share memories and condolences with the family.

Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home Providing Funeral Service Since 1850

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Lois G. Mirto, 83

YOUNGSTOWN – Lois G. Mirto, 83, formerly of Struthers, died this week at Omni Manor Health Care Center and no services were held. Arrangements were handled by the Clemente Funeral Home in Struthers.

Lois was born Aug. 25, 1925, a daughter of Edward and Ellen Baggett.

She worked for 23 years in environmental services at St. Elizabeth Health Center.

She leaves two sons, Sam (Janene) Mirto Jr. of Canfield and John (Wendy) E. Mirto of Hubbard; one daughter, Jeannette (Paul) Zarlengo of New Jersey; two sisters, Betty of Louisiana and Kathy of Missouri; an ex-daughter-in-law, Debbie Mirto; eight grandchildren, Thomas Mirto, Sam Mirto, Leslie DeMarco, Scott Mirto, Nicole Mirto, Kobe Mirto, Paul Zarlengo Jr. and Lisa Zarlengo; eight great-grandchildren, Daniel Baker, Brandi Baker, Kaiya McCabe, Jamie Zarlengo, Jacey Mirto, Angela Mirto, Samia Mirto and Joseph Mirto; three stepgrandchildren, Bret, Kristin and Jennifer Carpenter; and two stepgreat-grandchildren, Evan and Madison.

Lois was preceded in death by her brother, Melvin Baggett and two sisters, Winnie and Georgia.

Please visit ClementeFuneralHome.com to view this obituary and to send condolences.

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Irene Siwiec Petro, 90

AUSTINTOWN - Irene Siwiec Petro, 90, formerly of Liberty Township, passed away late Tuesday morning, May 19, 2009, at Humility House in Austintown.

Irene was born Cona Siwezenski on March 30, 1919 in Wheeling, W.Va., a daughter of the late John and Mary Lipa Siwezenski, and came to Youngstown with her family in 1920.

She worked for General Fireproofing for 30 years, retiring in March of 1981.

Irene was a member of St. Rose Church in Girard. She was a Nursing Home Ombudsman for the Ohio Commission on Aging, a past-president and member of the Senior Citizens R.S.V.P., and a member of the United Steelworkers of America.

Irene loved dancing, sewing, traveling, and doing volunteer work.

Irene leaves her son and daughter-in-law, William M. Petro and Rose Petro of Canfield; and her grandson, Christopher M. Petro of Canfield and Slippery Rock, Pa.

Two brothers, William J. and Henry Siwiec, are deceased.

Family and friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today, May 21, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Road in Youngstown.

Funeral services will begin on Friday, May 22, at 9:15 a.m. at the funeral home, and continue at 10 a.m. at St. Rose Church.

Interment will follow at Belmont Park Cemetery in Liberty Township.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the St. Rose Church Angel Fund, for the elementary schooling of underprivileged children, 48 E. Main St., Girard, 44420, or to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market St., Youngstown, OH 44512.

Irene’s family thanks the staff and management of Humility House for the respect and outstanding care provided Irene during her stay there. Irene’s family also wishes to thank the staff of Hospice of the Valley for the medical and comfort care provided in her remaining days.

Visit kinnickfuneralhome.com to view this obituary and to send condolences on-line.

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Franklin McDowell Riley, 85

MARIETTA – Franklin McDowell Riley, 85, formerly of Hubbard, died Tuesday, May 19, 2009, in Marietta.

He was born on Oct. 10, 1923 in Henry, Ill. to Joseph and Gertrude McDowell Riley.

He was a graduate of Augusta High School in Columbiana County. Frank was a U.S. Marine veteran, serving during World War II in the South Pacific with the First Armored Amphibian Battalion. He spent most of his adult life in the trucking business, working for many different trucking companies. He worked his way from local driver to management and co-ownership.

He was a member of the American Legion Post No. 64, was a past Rotarian, and enjoyed antique cars and crossword puzzles.

Frank is survived by his wife, Betty A. Zgurich, whom he married on Jan. 10, 1953; four sons, Raymond of Vienna, Patrick (Carol) of Southington, Michael (Laurie) of Anadarko, Okla. and Dennis (Jeanne) of Marietta; two daughters, Elaine Riley of Hubbard and Eileen Riley of Fairport Harbor; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Michael Joseph Riley II; a brother, Charles L. Riley; and a sister, M. Elaine Riley Zuzan.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2009, at the Marietta Chapel of Cawley & Peoples Funeral Home. There will be a reception at the funeral home immediately following his service.

Friends may call on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Burial of his ashes will take place at a later date at Oak Grove Cemetery in Hanoverton.

Donations may be made to the American Legion, P.O. Box 16, Marietta, OH 45750.

Please visit www.cawleyandpeoples.com, where Cawley & Peoples offers online condolences.

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Elaine Jean Stockman, 81

“Together Again”

BRADENTON, FLA. — Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 23, 2009, at the Lane Funeral Home Austintown Chapel for Elaine Jean Stockman, 81, who passed away Saturday, May 16, 2009, at Blake Medical Center.

Elaine was born Nov. 15, 1927 in Youngstown, the daughter of Wilbur L. and Hannah E. (Newmeyer) Cole.

She worked for Strouss Department Store as an office secretary in the carpet department for 27 years, until her retirement in 1976.

Elaine was a member of the Oneco United Methodist Church in Bradenton, and a member of the Palmyra United Methodist Church in Diamond. Elaine was also a former member of the Indianola United Methodist Church.

Elaine was preceded in death by three husbands, her first husband, Robert McGranahan, whom she married in 1949, and he passed away in 1954, her second husband, Earl Harker, whom she married in 1961, and he passed away in 1973 and Elaine’s third husband, Robert P. Stockman, whom she married 1977, and he passed away 1992.

Elaine leaves one daughter, Kathleen M. Humphrey of Miami; one stepdaughter, Marsha L. Kamensky of Lowellville; one stepson, Robert S. Stockman of Naperville, Ill.; one sister, Mabel Pyle of Boardman; as well as five grandchildren.

Besides her parents and husbands, Elaine was preceded in death by two sisters, her twin sister, Kathleen Jane Cole and Betty M. Sprowl and two brothers, Wilbur and Paul C. Cole.

Family and friends may call from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.

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Jada Lynn Wainwright, 61

YOUNGSTOWN – Jada Lynn Wainwright, 61, departed this life Tuesday, May 19, 2009, at 12:06 p.m. at Forum Health Northside Medical Center.

She was born Jan. 18, 1948 in Youngstown, the daughter of Joseph and Ella Louise Jordan Wainwright Sr.

Ms. Wainwright was employed with Community Corrections Association for 11 years as a resident supervisor and formerly worked at Dollar Savings and Trust for 25 years as a bookkeeper.

She was a member of St. Andrewes AME Church, where she belonged to the William Heath Missionary Society, Stewardess Board, Sunday school teacher and sang in the choir. She also was a member of Celebrity Line Dancers and enjoyed dancing, gardening, and bowling.

Ms. Wainwright was a 1967 graduate of South High School and received her Certification in Child Care from Choffin.

She leaves to mourn, two brothers, Joseph L. Wainwright Jr. and Richard (Denise) Wainwright, both of Youngstown; four sisters, Peggy (Benjamin) Frazer, Charlotte Croft, Suzan Howard and Wendy (Rev. Kenneth) Simon, all of Youngstown; and many nieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Larry Wainwright.

Funeral services will be held Friday, May 22, 2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Andrews AME Church.

Calling hours will be held one hour prior to services, from 10 to 11 a.m.

Burial at Tod Homestead Cemetery.

Professional services of comfort were handled by the Sterling-McCullough Williams Funeral Home in Youngstown.

Family will receive friends at 174 W. Chalmers Ave., the home of her sister, Suzan Howard.

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