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Tributes 2009-08-18
Mary Anderson, 83
“Together Again”
YOUNGSTOWN – Funeral services will be Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Vaschak-Kirila Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Christine’s Church for Mary Anderson, 83, who passed away early Monday morning.
She was born Dec. 11, 1926, the daughter of the late James J. and Rebecca Veronica (Bees) McHugh.
Goldie was a homemaker, and a member at St. Christine’s Church.
She is survived by her two sons, James J. (Georgia) Anderson of Boardman and Robert W. (Marilyn) Anderson of Austintown; one daughter, Mary E. (Randall) Hoover of Stow; one brother, Thomas J. (Jane) McHugh of Canfield; two sisters, Catherine V. Rousseau of Canfield and Rebecca V. (Richard) Wilson of Poland; three sisters-in-law; Margaret T. McHugh of Indiana, Ruth McHugh of Poland and Sandra (McHugh) Sutton of Dayton; five grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Anderson, whom she married Jan. 6, 1947 and passed away Nov. 21, 1993; four brothers, James (Bud) McHugh, Alfred McHugh, Michael McHugh and Francis McHugh; and one sister, Joan McHugh.
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home.
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Russell “Pete” G. Ashbaugh Jr., 88
ELKHART, IND. – On Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, Russell “Pete” Ashbaugh Jr., 88, passed away at Elkhart General Hospital. He was surrounded by his loving wife of 61 years, Jeannie, as well as his children and grandchildren.
Pete was born on May 23, 1921 in Youngstown to Russell “Butsy” and Thelma “Ted” Ashbaugh.
A passionate and accomplished football player, Pete began his storied career under the direction of his father, a former All-American at Brown University and coach at Youngstown South High School in 1938. After a highly successful tenure as South’s quarterback, his talent caught the eye of University of Notre Dame recruiters, where he began a lifelong love for and affiliation with the University in the fall of 1941 as a freshman for the Fighting Irish. Pete played under coach Frank Leahy as one of “Leahy’s Lads” as a halfback alongside Irish great Angelo Bertelli in the 1941 and 1942 seasons, after which he enlisted in the Army Air Corps to defend his country in the second World War.
Upon the completion of training, he became a member of the 500th Bombardment Group based on the island of Saipan in the Mariana chain of islands. Flying the premier bomber aircraft of the time, the Boeing B-29 Superfortress, Pete survived a three year campaign focusing on Japan and the greater Pacific Theater. After honorably serving his country at its darkest hour, Pete returned home to South Bend to finish his academic studies and play two more seasons for Notre Dame. Next to Heisman Trophy winner, Johnny Lujack, Pete went on to win two consecutive National Titles for the Fighting Irish in their 1946 and 1947 seasons. It was during this time that he met the love of his life, Jeannie (Hansen) Ashbaugh, who he married shortly after graduation on June 12, 1948.
Following a brief professional career with the Chicago Rockets, an All-American Football Conference team, Pete settled in Jeannie’s hometown of Elkhart, where he would begin his corporate career under the leadership of Jeannie’s father at the Elkhart Brass Manufacturing Company. Pete eventually ascended to the position of President, C.E.O., and Chairman of the Board of Elkhart Brass, where he led the company onto the global stage as one of the world’s premier firefighting equipment manufacturers founded by Jeannie’s grandfather, A.E. Hansen in 1902.
Pete is survived by his wife, Jeannie; his four sons, Rusty, Shawn, Hans and Tony; his daughters-in-law, Marilyn, Tina and Juli; as well as his grandchildren, Derek, Peter, Heidi, Alex and Hanna.
Pete belonged to many clubs and organizations in Elkhart, South Bend and Florida.
Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday at the Hartzler-Gutermuth-Inman Funeral Home, 403 West Franklin St. in Elkhart.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday at the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart with private family graveside services at Rice Cemetery.
Donna Jean Barrow, 81
COLUMBIANA – Donna Jean Barrow, 81, a lifelong resident of Columbiana, passed away Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at Salem Community Hospital.
Mrs. Barrow was born on Nov. 23, 1927, the daughter of the late Carl V. and Lelia F. (Parsons) Thompson of Youngstown.
Donna was a 1944 graduate from Scienceville High School in Youngstown and a 1948 graduate from The Ohio State University, where she received a bachelor of science degree in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. She was a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority.
Mrs. Barrow loved serving her family and was a skilled and loving homemaker. Donna also loved Columbiana and was active in many social and service organizations. She was co-founder of Community Christian Women of Columbiana. She was a woman of deep Christian faith and was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church in Columbiana, where she served as a Sunday school teacher, youth worker, and passionate supporter of missions.
Mrs. Barrow was preceded in death by the love of her life 13 days ago, Robert S. Barrow, whom she married on June 9, 1951.
Other survivors include, one daughter, Susan (Patrick) Schmidt of Waxhaw, N.C.; one son, Alfred (June) Barrow of Greenwood, Ind.; four grandchildren, Emily (Marc) DeJeu, Nathan Barrow, Eric and Joy Schmidt; and two great-grandchildren, Joseph and William DeJeu.
Donna was preceded in death by one brother, Carl F. Thompson.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church in Columbiana with the Rev. Scott Parker officiating.
Burial will be at Columbiana Cemetery.
Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, at the Seederly-Mong and Beck Funeral Home in Columbiana and one hour prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009.
Family suggests that in lieu of flowers, material tributes may be made to The Needle’s Eye Christian Center, 74 Kenmore Ave., Youngstown, OH 44507, in memory of Donna Barrow.
Friends may visit www.seederly-mongandbeck.com to view this obituary, sign the guest register or send private condolences.
Donna was a woman of prayer and expressed her love by praying for her family, friends, and caregivers at Parkside Healthcare Center, all of whom she hoped would put their trust in the Savior she loved and followed all her life.
James H. Campbell, 79
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP – James H. Campbell, 79, passed away Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Health Center.
Mr. Campbell was born April 10, 1930 to the late Herbert and Agnes McCall Campbell in Girard.
James retired from Uptown Pizza, where he had owned and operated for 30 years. He was a member of St. Edwards Church, and enjoyed going to Mountaineer. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean conflict.
He is survived by his wife, the former Veronica Baksa, whom he married Oct. 13, 1956; son, Mark (Cindy) Campbell of Austintown; daughter, Linda (Mick) Reeder of Arlington, Texas; sisters, Helen Williams of Girard and Jan Meyers of Chardon; a granddaughter, Starr; and great-granddaughter, Kadince.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Herbert “Dick” and Mutter “Bud” Campbell and sister, Jean Bishop.
Arrangements are being handled by the Blackstone Funeral Home.
Dominic J. Capogreco, 84
YOUNGSTOWN – Dominic J. Capogreco, 84, died Monday, Aug. 10, 2009, at his home.
He was born March 4, 1925, in Youngstown, the son of the late Fredinand and Gerolama (Audino) Capogreco.
He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and was retired from Conrail after many years of service.
He is survived by two children, Fred Capogreco and Suzanne Hartson; three grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Mary Capogreco.
A prayer service will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday at the McClurkin Funeral Home in Girard with calling hours from noon to 2 p.m.
Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.
Rose Ellen (Levitsky) Carpenter, 74
CINCINNATI – Rose Ellen (Levitsky) Carpenter, 74, went to be with God on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009.
She was born in Youngstown on Dec. 2, 1934.
One of her proudest achievements was when she graduated as valedictorian at Chaney High School in 1952. While attending Ohio State University, she met and married James Carpenter of Columbus in 1955. In 1971, she and her family moved to Cincinnati, where she resided the rest of her life.
She was a long time member of the Knox Presbyterian Church, where she took the Bethel Bible course, taught Sunday school, prepared meals for the homeless and served as a church elder. After serving as a legal assistant and a court reporter, she worked at University Hospital in the Department of Radiology.
Rose had a ready smile, a quick wit and a loving heart. She was an accomplished cook, renowned for her pirogies and kolache. Rose was a devoted mother; nothing was more central to her life than the love she had for her children.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father, John and Katherine Levitsky and her older siblings, Steve, Mary, Charles, Nick, Michael, George and Pete.
Rose is survived by her husband, James; her sister, Ann; her children, James, John, Matthew, Elizabeth, Mary, Rebecca and Robert; and her grandchildren, David, Johnny, Brian, Kaitlin, Ethan, Samuel, Alexsia, James and William. She will be deeply missed by all her friends and family.
The visitation will be Monday, Aug. 24, at 9:30 a.m. at the Knox Presbyterian Church, 3400 Michigan Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45208.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Knox Presbyterian Church, 513-321-9228.
Deacon Junior C. Dennis
YOUNGSTOWN – A funeral service celebrating the life of Deacon Junior C. Dennis will be held Friday at 11 a.m. at the Phillips Memorial Missionary Baptist Church, with the Rev. Larry Alexander, officiating.
Mr. Dennis was born Nov. 1, 1930 in Jasper County, Miss., a son of Fad and Ophilia Trotter Dennis, coming to the Mahoning Valley many years ago.
He was formerly employed with the Gordon Ward Appliance Store and U.S. Steel as a foreman for over 15 years.
He was a dedicated husband and father, who enjoyed fishing and doing carpentry work. He often spent his spare time working on lawn mowers and other handyman jobs.
Mr. Dennis was a faithful member of the church, serving as chairman of the Deacon Board. He will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved him.
On Aug. 15, 2009, “our heavenly Father cast his eternal light onto 1230 Republic and beckoned him home.”
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, the former Eloise Hendricks, whom he has been married to for 54 years; three daughters, Brenda J. and her husband, Chris Moses, Rev. Darlene Wilson and Glenda A. Dennis, all of Youngstown; four sons, Johnny C. Hendricks and Joseph and his wife, Diane Hendricks, both of Birmingham, Ala., Junior C. and his wife, Debbie Dennis Jr. of Queen Creek, Ariz. and Robert E. Dennis of Youngstown; three brothers, Hubbard and his wife, Eleanor Moore of Birmingham, Jim and his wife, Joyce Moore of Youngstown and Will and his wife, Daisy of Birmingham; three sisters, Olla Mae Harris of Lauderdale, Miss., Annie Pearl and her husband, Roosevelt of York, Ala. and Georgia B. Loyde of Birmingham; a sister-in-law, Mary A. Dennis of New York; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
He was greeted in heaven by his parents; a sister, Ethel Dennis; a sister-in-law, Ruth Dennis; three brothers, Ernest, Thad and Sam Dennis Sr.; and a daughter, Linda Dennis.
The family will receive friends Thursday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Washington Funeral Home and on Friday one hour prior to the services at the church.
Interment will be at Belmont Park Cemetery.
Email to JEWASHTON@aol.com to send condolences or fax to 330 782-2050.
Ministry of comfort provided by J.E. Washington Funeral Services Inc.
Nicola J. “Nick” DiGenova, 74
YOUNGSTOWN – There will be funeral services at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Rossi Brothers & Lellio Funeral Home in Boardman followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St Nicholas Roman Catholic Church in Struthers for Nicola J. “Nick” DiGenova, 74, who passed away peacefully at his home, Sunday evening, Aug. 16, with his family and friends by his side.
Nick was born Nov. 15, 1934 in Somerset, Pa., the son of Ralph and Emma (Gentile) Genova.
He served his country in the U.S. Air Force, where he was a Staff Sergeant. Nick was employed at Republic Steel for 25 years and with B & G Trucking and Construction Company, where he was a supervisor for 25 years.
He was a member of St. Nicholas Roman Catholic Church. He was an avid deer and fox hunter.
Nick will always be remembered by his wife, the former Rachele Leopardi, whom he married June 24, 1956 in Sulmona, Italy; his three daughters, Antonette “Dodie” (Dan) Chizmar, Kimberly (Gene) Clayton and Joann (Bill) Chipps, all of Poland; eight grandchildren, Billy, Niki, Jenna, Jessi, Ashley, Channing, Danny and Geno; two sisters, Sandra Bell and Bertha Conti; two brothers, Ralph (Jane) Genova and Vince Genova; his mother-in-law, Querina Quatrocchi of Italy; a sister-in-law, Joann (Tony) Petralla of Italy; sister-in-law, Sandy Genova; many loving nieces and nephews; and his long time, dear friends, Buzzy and Lucy Papalia.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Anthony Genova and two brothers-in-law, Frank Conti and Frank Bell.
Family and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today, Aug. 18, at the Rossi Brothers & Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave. in Boardman.
Nick will be laid to rest at St. John’s Cemetery in Lowellville, with full burial military honors provided by the U.S. Air Force and the great men of our Local V.F.W. Post No. 9571 of Ellsworth.
James E. Johnson, 72
CANFIELD – A memorial service will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, at the Gethsemane Lutheran Church in North Jackson for James E. Johnson, 72, who died early Sunday morning surrounded by his family.
James was born Sept. 28, 1936 in Youngstown to the late Elwood R. and LaVern L. (Gries) Johnson.
He was a graduate of South High School, Class of 1954. A veteran of the U.S. Navy and member of the Gethsemane Lutheran Church.
James was a printer by trade, he retired from the Mahoning County Joint Vocational School (MCJVS), where he taught graphic arts for 22 years retiring in 1994.
He leaves his wife, Lucy A. Johnson, to whom he was married 29 years; a son and daughter-in-law, James and Christine Johnson of Grapevine, Texas, daughter and son-in-law, Holly and Mark Levy of Grapevine; and six grandchildren.
Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church from 10 to 11 a.m.
Memorial contrubutions may be made to the Gethsemane Lutheran Church or Hospice of the Valley in James’ memory.
Professional services entrusted to the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Boardman-Canfield Chapel.
Please visit www.higgins-reardon.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Veronica “Vernie” Malarchik, 87
HOWLAND TOWNSHIP – There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2009, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph Church in Warren, with Celebrant Fr. Frederick E. Trucksis, preceded by a 10:30 a.m. prayer service at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel, for Veronica “Vernie” Malarchik, 87, who passed away Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at Caprice Health Care Center in North Lima.
Veronica “Vernie” Malarchik was born Sept. 2, 1921 in Campbell, the daughter of the late Andrew and Mary Halula Handlovich.
Vernie came to the Warren area in 1944. She was a member of St. Joseph Parish of Warren, and the church Altar and Rosary Society. She enjoyed dancing, bowling, and playing cards. She retired in 1980 after 23 years, from Packard Electric, where she was a press operator.
Her husband of 65 years, Michael Malarchik, whom she married June 10, 1939, preceded her in death on Aug. 9, 2004.
She is survived by two daughters, Dorothy N. “Dolly” Malarchik of Howland, with whom she made her home, and Marilyn Herron of Salem; a granddaughter, Natalie Herron of Cleveland; a grandson, Jason Herron and his wife, Emilia Mesquita of Sao Paulo, Brazil; a great-granddaughter, Nicole Herron; two sisters, Ann (Angelo) DeNicholas of Howland and Margaret (Albert) Plak of Youngstown; and a brother in law Stephen Nanowsky of Youngstown. She also leaves numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, John Hyduchic; three sisters, Mary Dunn, Helen Handlovich and Julia Nanowsky; and a son-in-law, Rolin William Herron Jr.
Calling hours will be Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2009, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel, 1884 North Road N.E. in Warren.
Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market St., Youngstown, OH 44512 or St. Joseph Church, 420 North St. N.W., Warren, OH 44483.
Katherine T. March, 89
AUSTINTOWN – Katherine T. March, 89, formerly of Milton Avenue in Youngstown, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, Aug. 16, 2009, at her home.
Katherine was born Dec. 14, 1919 in Girard, a daughter of the late Martin and Sophie Worek March, and was a lifelong area resident.
Katherine was a graduate of Chaney High School, and worked as a welder during World War II.
She was a member of St. Casimir Church and a member of the church’s Altar & Rosary Society.
Katherine leaves a sister, Jennie Kanos of Boardman; three nieces, Janet (Tom) Mako of Austintown, with whom she made her home, Susan (Mark) Izzo of Canfield and Mary Kanos of Clinton Township, Mich.; a nephew, George (Michelle) Kanos of Boardman; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.
Three brothers, John, Charles and Joseph March; a sister, Mary March; and a nephew, John Paul March are deceased.
Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. today, Aug., 18, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Road in Youngstown.
Funeral services will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home, and continue at 10 a.m. at St. Casimir Church in Youngstown.
Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.
Visit kinnickfuneralhome.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Anthony A. Marr, 97
NILES – Anthony A. Marr, 97, of 551 North Rhodes Ave., died at 8:15 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, 2009, at Briarfield at The Ridge in Mineral Ridge.
He was born June 14, 1912 in Elizabeth, Pa., the son of William and Sally Gentile Marr.
Tony owned and operated Summit Motel and Green Acres, a short hole golf course on Route 422 in Niles.
He was a member of the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Niles, Sons of Italy in Struthers, the Civilian Conservation Corp., where one of the various projects he took part in was clearing land in California for fire prevention, and enjoyed world traveling.
Tony, who lived a good life and enjoyed himself, will be deeply missed by his wife, Fannie M. Pascarella Marr, whom he married July 6, 1940; two daughters, Sally George and her husband, Roy of Niles and Toni Weeks and her husband, Kenneth, with whom he made his home; two brothers, Sam Marr and his wife, Yolanda of Ashville, N.C. and James Marr and his wife, Roseann of Poland; a sister, Antenette Barber of Struthers; four grandchildren, Robin Vacarro, Shawn George, Brian Weeks and Kevin Weeks; and nine great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by four brothers, Pete Marr, Frank Marr, Bill Marr and John Marr and two sisters, Katherine Muto and Mary Constantino.
Friends may call Thursday from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Niles, with Fr. Larry Frient officiating, preceded by a 10 a.m. prayer service at the funeral home.
Burial will be at St. Vitus Cemetery in New Castle at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you remember Anthony in your prayers.
Arrangements are being handled by the Joseph Rossi & Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Niles.
Visit www.josephrossifuneralhome.com to send condolences.
Mark S. McAllister Jr., 26
AUSTINTOWN – Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel for Mark S. McAllister Jr., 26, who passed away Saturday afternoon from injuries he suffered in an ATV accident.
Mark was born March 25, 1983 in Youngstown, the son of Mark S. and Paula A. (Jenkins) McAllister.
Mark attended Austintown Fitch High School. He was a roofer for D&L Construction. Mark lived life to the fullest and enjoyed the outdoors and riding ATVs. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Mark leaves his father, Mark S. McAllister; his daughter, Danica McAllister; two sons, Caden and Zahne McAllister; and a brother, Christopher N. McAllister, all of Austintown; his grandparents, Albert and Alberta McAllister of Youngstown and Forrest and Dorothy McCormick of Virginia; several aunts, uncles and cousins; and many close friends.
Mark was preceded in death by his mother, Paula A. McAllister.
The family will be receiving friends Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
Wille Lee “Dottie” Mosko, 80
NEW SPRINGFIELD - Wille Lee “Dottie” Mosko, 80, passed away peacefully surrounded by her husband, daughters and grandchildren on Monday, Aug. 17, 2009 at St Elizabeth Health Center.
Dottie was born Dec. 28, 1928 in Falls Mills, Va., the daughter of the late Leonard Belcher and Susie Prater.
She graduated from St Luke’s School of Nursing in Bluefield, W.Va. in 1949 and moved to New Springfield in 1953. She worked as an RN for Dr. Jay Chuck in New Middletown from 1963 to 1973 and then for Dr. Doug Walsh, retiring in 1978. She was proud and passionate about her nursing career, especially recalling the memories of going house to house delivering Amish babies.
She was married for 59 joyful years to Raymond Mosko, who was deeply in love with her. They were married Nov. 22, 1950.
She enjoyed sleeping in while her early bird husband prepared her breakfast each morning and never left her side as she spent the last few weeks at Greenbriar Rehabilitation facility, yet somehow finding a way to sneak down to Mountaineer with her daughters and granddaughters. She was an avid canner with the best homemade jams, picking her own berries and passing the tradition down to her daughters and granddaughter. Always an incredible cook, there was more than enough for whomever would stop by without a moments notice.
She was the happiest when her children would just stop by and raid the kitchen hoping there was a pot of chicken and dumplings on the stove and a pan of cornbread in the oven.
Dottie was a member of the Springfield Emmanuel Lutheran Church, where she served as the Executive Director of the Springfield Township Food Pantry for 25 years. Dottie was passionate about helping those less fortunate than her while always trying to recruit volunteers to help bring the truck loads of food back to the church. “Thank you Dave Miller for all of your help, love and support.”
She loved fishing, cheering on her boys (Cleveland Cavaliers), and watching the hummingbirds from her back deck while enjoying her family and friends who visited daily.
She leaves behind to hold on to her memories her husband, Raymond; two daughters, Mrs. Carolyn (Raul) Burbano of Kettering and Mrs. Bitsy (Chappie) Bair of Poland; and five grandchildren, Mrs. Kristin (John) Masucci of Poland, Mrs. Susie (Chad) McGarry of Wichita, Kan., Dr. Booker T. (Holly) Bair of Canfield, Mrs. Mikki (Brian) Mihok of Kettering and Mr. Tucker Bair of Pittsburgh. She also leaves to cherish her memory, the five loves of her life, her great-grandchildren, whom were a daily part of her life, Sydney and Sammie Masucci, Mikayla Mihok and Brinkley and Tyce Bair. She also leaves a brother, Carl Sheets of Warren.
The family would like to express their sincerest love to Bitsy for her devotion, dedication, sleepless nights and for Nanny’s never ending requests for Chalupas.
Family and friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 20, at St. John Lutheran Church in Petersburg. There will be a memorial service immediately following.
Material contributions may take the form of donations to the New Springfield Emmanuel Lutheran Church in memory of Dottie Mosko to support the New Springfield Township Food Pantry.
Virginia Nespeca, 69
BOARDMAN – There will be funeral services at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home in Boardman with the Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Cariglio celebrating for Virginia Nespeca, 69, who went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Aug. 17.
Virginia was born Aug. 9, 1940 in Youngstown, the daughter of Peter C. and Connie R. (Ferrara) Nespeca.
She was a member of the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church.
Virginia will always be remembered by her brother, Ralph (Denise) Nespeca of Boardman; a niece, Rhonda (Michael) Schuler of Boardman; two nephews, Godson Ralph J. (Heidi) Nespeca of Boardman and Ryan J. (Michele) Nespeca of Indianapolis; two great-nieces, Sophia and Cecilia; her Aunt Red Holecko of Boardman; and her Uncle Ralph Ferrara of Lowellville.
Besides her parents, whom preceded her in death, she has been reunited with her brother, Peter Nespeca; and a great-niece, Leanna Marie Nespeca.
Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave. in Boardman.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Shepherd of the Valley in Boardman for the compassionate care given to Virginia.
Philomena Patrone, 74
McDONALD – There will be funeral services at 9 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home in Boardman, followed by a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church with the Rev. Msgr. Michael Cariglio Celebrating for Philomena Patrone, 74, who passed away Sunday afternoon, Aug. 16.
Philomena was born Aug. 23, 1934 in Avellino, Italy, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ciro Barone.
She was a member of the church. Philomena was a seamstress at St. Elizabeth’s Health Center. She enjoyed playing bocce.
Her husband, Angelo F. Patrone, whom she married Aug. 29, 1963, passed away March 21, 1996.
Philomena will always be remembered by her sons, Antonello C. (Gia) Patrone of Broadview Heights, Mark (Brenda) Patrone of Canfield and Danny (Marrissa) Patrone of Poland; four grandchildren, Alexandria, Daniella, Bianca and Massimo; and two sisters, Vittoria Saponiero and Licia Barone of Avellino, Italy.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brother, Domenico Barone and her sister, Anna Mansi.
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 19 at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave. in Boardman.
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