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Tributes 2009-11-01
Carroll A. “Barney” Barnett Jr., 73
NORTH JACKSON – Carroll A. “Barney” Barnett Jr., passed away Friday afternoon at his home.
He was born March 22, 1936 in South Connellsville, Pa. He was raised by his stepfather, Pat Sfero and mother, the former Pearle Downs.
Barney was a member of the National Pipefitters and Asbestos Workers Union, retiring from Tasco Insulation as a pipefitter. He was a medic in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Barney was a former member of the American Legion Post 737 in Lake Milton, and currently a member of the Austintown Eagles. He was an avid motorcyclist, and enjoyed participating in various poker runs. He also was a pilot, loved electronics, and enjoyed traveling via driving and riding. He visited all 48 continental states.
Barney is survived by five children, Michelle (James) Gibson of Lisbon, Jennece (Chad) Wilson of Lisbon, Carroll A. “Barney” (Michele) Barnett III of North Jackson, Jeffrey (Melissa) Barnett of Girard and Kimberly (Dominic) Trimboli of North Jackson; one brother, Tom (Rose) Sfero, formerly of Howland; and 10 grandchildren: James Sturgeon, Jarrod Sturgeon, Joe Gregory, Shawna House, Mickey Trimboli, Mattie Barnett, Kyle Barnett, Dominique Trimboli, Justin Barnett and Brett Barnett.
Beside his parents, Barney was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Jamie Frederick.
Barney will be sadly missed by his family and several close friends.
There are no calling hours or services.
The Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 737, in Barney’s name.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Robert R. Beal
COLUMBUS – Robert R. Beal passed away on Oct. 23, 2009 at Ohio State East Hospital.
Robert was born June 18, 1925 in Savannah, Ga., a son of Thomas and Josephine Beal. At the age of 10, the family moved to Campbell.
He attended the Campbell Public Schools, where he also played football for Campbell Memorial “Red Devils.”
He joined the C.C.C. Camp, where he was stationed in various locations in the United States and was a veteran during World War II, serving in the U.S. Army.
“Bob” retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 30-years of service, where he had been the union president and also was a supervisor in management.
Bob, also known as “Bootsie” was involved in various community base organizations such as The Bread Program, The Columbus Cavaliers, where he served as president, and was one of the founders of The Columbus Cavaliers Foundation which is a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships to high school students.
Robert is survived by his loving wife, the former Doris Mae, whom he married Jan. 11, 1956; a brother, Sgt. Major (Ret.) Floyd D. (Inga) Beal; and a mother-in-law, Ida Mae Hale. He also leaves two children, Robert (Valerie) Beal of Campbell and Geraldine (Rev. Dr. Johnnie) Monroe of Pittsburgh. He has left three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
A special thanks to “our” cousin, Geona Cummings, for being there for Bob and family.
Robert was an avid golfer and also loved teaching golf, especially to his granddaughter, Dara T.
Until his illness, Bob was very active at his church, the First English Lutheran Church in Columbus.
He was preceded in death by his parents and father-in-law, Leonard Hale.
A service will be held on Nov. 4, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Diehl-Whittaker Funeral Service, 720 E. Long St., Columbus, OH 43203.
Carlton Douglas Bourne, 83
YOUNGSTOWN – Funeral services will be at noon on Wednesday at the F.D. Mason Memorial Funeral Home Inc. for Carlton Douglas Bourne, 83, who departed this life Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Health Center.
Mr. Bourne was born May 8, 1926 in St. George Island of Barbados, a son of Cameron Lynch and Gwendolyn Bourne.
He had worked for LTV Steel and was of the Moravian faith.
He leaves his wife, the former Margaret B. Lloyd, whom he married Jan. 19, 1983; children, Pauline (Billy) Adkins, Joyce Vandiver and Carolyn Bourne, all of Tampa, Fla., Renita Patterson, with the U.S. Navy in Germany, Muriel Thompson of Austintown and Carlson D. Bourne Jr. and Mytila Bourne, both of Columbus; a stepdaughter, Juliette Feliciano of Christ Church, Barbados; siblings, Cameron Lynch of England, Victor (Diana) Lynch of St. George, Barbados, Gloria Jones and Hazel Rodney, both of Canada, and Claudine George, of New York City; and a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Friends may call one hour prior to the services at the funeral home.
B. Richard Burdman, 76
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZ. – B. Richard Burdman, 76, a Youngstown area attorney and real estate developer, died peacefully in his Scottsdale, Arizona home on Friday of a long illness.
Born to Russian immigrants, Burdman was a prominent attorney who will be remembered for his commitment to his clients, his charitable activities, and his wry wit.
Richard, better known as “Dick” or “Dicky” by his friends and family, was born in Youngstown on Sept. 6, 1933. The third of four children of Harry and Doris Burdman, he grew up in a home steeped in international culture and civic participation.
After recovering from a childhood illness, he graduated from The Rayen School in 1951. He went on to complete an undergraduate degree at Youngstown State University and, in 1956, a law degree at Duke University School of Law. At age 22, he was the youngest person to pass the Ohio bar that year. Despite offers from big city law firms, he chose to return to Youngstown to start his career. There he met and married Babette Feldman in 1960.
After practicing for a few years with the Youngstown firm Rigelhaupt and Rigelhaupt, and then with Attorney Martin Goldberg, Dick joined several attorneys in establishing a new firm, which most recently went by the name of Burdman, Kretzer, Ellington, Stein and Marando. In 1987, the firm merged with Nadler and Nadler to form Nadler, Nadler and Burdman, which continues to operate by the same name in downtown Youngstown today.
His practice was primarily devoted to real estate, small business and taxation law. Besides his legal business, he had a significant pro bono practice, helping friends, family and others in need manage legal aspects of their personal and business affairs. Dick also partnered with his brothers, Kenneth and Ronald in a real estate development business. Burdman Brothers built and managed post offices, office buildings, shopping centers and industrial properties in numerous states in the Northeast.
Continuing his family tradition of civic service and expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to practice law, he served for years on the Duke School of Law’s Board of Visitors, and was named an honorary lifetime member. Both a faculty lounge and an endowment for public service fellowships were established at Duke as a result of his generosity. He and his wife Babette were also supporters of numerous civic organizations and Jewish community agencies in the Youngstown area.
He was a member of the Mahoning County, Ohio, and American Bar Associations, and an honorary member of the Ohio State Bar Foundation. He also belonged to the legal fraternity Phi Delta Phi, El Emeth Synagogue, the Simon Weisenthal Center International Leadership Council, St. Albans Lodge of the Masonic Order, and numerous other organizations.
He was married for 49 years to Babette, and together they led a very active life, including travel, cultural pursuits, and a wide circle of friends across the country. For most of their adult lives, the Burdmans resided in Liberty Township. Since the 1990s, they spent increasing amounts of time in their Arizona vacation home, and eventually, six years ago, sold their Liberty residence. His retirement was equally gradual, as he continued to be engaged in his legal practice and the family real estate development business on a part-time basis for many years. The real estate business was taken over by his nephews, Lee Burdman and Jonathan Levy.
Family was always an important focus of his life, and the Burdmans had an ever-growing extended one. Dick was also a father figure to younger generations outside his immediate family, especially after the death of his brothers and others close to the family. In his last few days, letters and calls of gratitude from across the country reminded him of countless acts of kindness and guidance from those whose lives he had touched.
He is survived by his wife, Babette Burdman; his children, Linda Fine of McLean, Va. and Pamela Burdman of Chicago; his sister, Ina Rae Levy of Sarasota, Fla.; a son-in-law, Jeffrey Fine; and two grandchildren, Max and Chelsea Fine.
Services will be held on Monday, Nov. 2, at 2 p.m. at the Shriver Allison-Courtley Funeral Home, 292 Madison Ave.
Visiting hours with the family will begin one hour prior to the services on Monday from 1 to 2 p.m.
Donations may be made to Duke University for the Burdman Endowment Fund at Duke School of Law, Campus Box 903898, Durham, NC 27008, the Doris Burdman Scholarship Fund at the YSU Foundation, 606 Wick Ave., Youngstown, OH, 44502 or the Richard Burdman Family Endowment for the benefit of Jewish Family Services, at Youngstown Area Jewish Federation, 505 Gypsy Lane, Youngstown, OH, 44504.
Joseph V. Ciavarella, 83
POLAND – A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday at the Holy Family Church, and prayers offered at 12:30 p.m. at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Poland Chapel for Joseph V. Ciavarella, 83, who died early Friday morning at Masternick Memorial in New Middletown.
Joseph was born July 30, 1926, in Youngstown to the late Angelo and Mary (Fratino) Ciavarella.
Joseph was a graduate of East High School, where he played the trumpet, and he earned his Bachelor’s degree from Youngstown State University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving as an Radio Man on the USS Europa Sea during World War II.
Joe was a charter member of the Holy Family Church and he was a Past Grand Knight in the Knights of Columbus Council No. 4471. He was a avid golfer and enjoyed playing cards and Bridge.
He was a cost analyst with Republic Steel and later LTV Steel for over 40 years. He served on the Board of Directors for the Republic Steel Credit Union. He was also an independent tax preparer with his own company, Ciavarella Tax Service.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Anthony; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Louis (Martha) Ciavarella and Frank (Cathy) Ciavarella.
He is survived by his wife of over 61 years, the former Pauline Hlay, whom he married May 29, 1948. He also leaves four sons, Robert (Deborah) of Aurora, Thomas (Annie) of Poland, Gary (Patsy) of Poland and Paul (Kimberly) of Poland; a brother, Michael (Angie) Ciavarella of Poland; four grandchildren, Daniel of Phoenix, Timothy of Ravenna, Nikki of Poland and Christopher of Poland; three step-grandchildren, Kenneth, Joe and Mike Posey; and a great-granddaughter, Lily.
Friends may call today from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Burial at Poland Riverside Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Holy Family Church Building Fund.
Visit www.higgins-reardon.com to view the obituary and to send condolences.
Dorothy A. Daily, 94
SEBRING – Dorothy A. Daily, 94, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2009, at Crandall Medical Center.
She was born in North Lawrence on Jan. 3, 1915 to the late George and Amanda Erwin.
Dorothy was employed as an auditor for Sears for over 30 years before her retirement. She was a member of the Westminster Community Church and will be deeply missed.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Daily; her brother, Russell Erwin; and her nephew, Ronald Erwin.
Survivors include her niece, Karen Erwin and her niece through marriage, Marilyn Erwin.
Funeral services will be Tuesday at noon at the Reed Funeral Home, Canton Chapel, 705 Raff Road SW, Canton, OH 44710. Burial will follow at Sunset Hills Burial Park.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to noon at the funeral home.
Please visit www.reedfuneralhome.com for anyone wishing to send condolences or share a fond memory or sign the Reed on-line guestbook.
Sophie M. Fleaka, 78
AUSTINTOWN – Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 2009, in the Chapel at Belmont Park Cemetery for Sophie M. Fleaka, 78, who died Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009, at Austinwoods Nursing Center after a brief illness.
Sophie was born Nov. 22, 1930 in Struthers to the late Nick and Mary (Glegor) Oprish.
She was an Independent Realtor in the Mahoning Valley for over 25 years, retiring in 1994.
Besides her parents, Sophie was preceded in death by her son, Thomas “Tommy” Fleaka; former husband, John P. Fleaka; great-grandson, Jordan DeBacco; and five siblings.
She is survived by her two daughters, Terry (Richard) DeBacco of Cleveland and Lisa Ann (Evan) Shikora of Pittsburgh; six grandchildren, Maureen (Randall Kirksey) DeBacco of California, Mark (Donna) DeBacco of California, Michelle (Mark) Chiacchiari of Cleveland, Richard DeBacco Jr. and Daniel DeBacco, both of Cleveland, and Mia Shikora of Pittsburgh; and two brothers, Gene and John Barb. She also leaves her beloved dog, Ellie.
Professional services entrusted to the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made to Angels for Animals or to the Special Olympics.
Visit www.higgins-reardon.com to view this obituary and to send condolences.
Walter J. Garbus, 90
Together Again
HUBBARD – Walter J. Garbus, 90, died Friday afternoon, Oct. 30, 2009, at Liberty Health Care.
He was born Dec. 14, 1920 in Linden, N.J., a son of Frank and Katherine Chromazk Garbus and lived in Hubbard since 1949.
Mr. Garbus was a pipefitter for Aero Quip Rubber for 37 years, before retiring in 1978. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Youngstown, the Oak Tree Country Club and AARP. He served with the U.S. Coast Guard, was an avid reader and enjoyed golfing and model railroading.
His wife, the former June M. Banford, whom he married May 10, 1944, died July 29, 1993.
He leaves a son, Richard W. (Cheryl) Garbus of Niles; a daughter, Valarie J. Allen of Hubbard; a brother, Edward Garbus of Fanwood, N.J.; a sister, Helen Socculis of Flemington, N.J.; three grandchildren, Denene Ruby McBride, Dani Ruby Burns and Brian (Amanda) Garbus; and three great-grandchildren, Evan Klapec and Ian and Kayleigh Barton.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, who died in infancy; a brother, Adolph Garbus; and two sisters, Frances Slovik and Stella Garbus.
Mr. Garbus’ family would like to extend a special thanks to all the staff that took care of him at Liberty Health Care.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the Kelley-Robb Funeral Home.
Family and friends may call on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Contributions can be made to Special Olympics, 62 Benton Ave. Austintown, OH 44515.
Please visit www.kelley-robb.com to view this obituary and to send condolences to the family.
Phyllis J. Hungerford, 83
HUBBARD – There will be a memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church of Hubbard for Phyllis J. Hungerford, 83, who passed away Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009, at Briarfield at Ashley Circle.
Phyllis was born Dec. 10, 1925 in Hubbard, a daughter of Wilbur and Isabelle Ellis Patton. She was a 1944 graduate of Hubbard High School and a lifelong Hubbard resident.
She was a lifelong active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hubbard, where she had served as a deacon, an elder, and was a member of Tuesday Morning Circle. She also was a nursery school aide for many years that was located at the First Presbyterian Church. She also was a member of Junior Garden Club of Hubbard, Wednesday Ladies Golf League and Mother’s Club.
Her husband, James E. Hungerford, whom she married Aug. 23, 1947, passed away April 5, 1996.
She is survived by her daughters, Suzanne (Carl) Roloff of Ashland, Bonnie (Robert) Jones of Oberlin and Heidi (Dino) DePasquale of Hubbard; five grandchildren, Heather Kanz, Jacob Wagenhals, Matthew Jones, Dino DePasquale and Gina DePasquale; and two great-grandchildren. She also leaves her brother, Louis Patton of Wichita, Kan.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Grace Koehli, Ruth Baldwin and Isabelle Hungerford; and her brother, Wilson Patton.
Burial will be at Hubbard Union Cemetery.
There will be calling hours Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, one hour prior to service time from 10 to 11 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Hubbard.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, 22 Westview Ave., Hubbard, OH 44425 or Hospice of the Valley, 5190 Market St., Youngstown, OH 44512.
Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home’s website at www.stewart-kyle.com to share memories and condolences with the family.
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James J. “Lucky” Kasper, 71
POLAND - James J. “Lucky” Kasper, 71, of Morningside Drive, died Friday afternoon at his residence.
Mr. Kasper was born July 19, 1938, in Youngstown, a son of Michael and Mary Lesko Kasper, and was a lifelong area resident.
He was a 1956 graduate of Struthers High School, and served four years in the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Kasper was a purchasing agent for Wean United and General Furniture for many years. He also drove a bus for the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center, for their field trips and drove a limousine for Southern Park Limo.
Mr. Kasper was a member of the Infant Jesus of Prague Church and the Lyon’s Club. He was a Steelers fan, an avid car enthusiast and loved to travel, especially to Ocean City, Maryland and Bar Harbor, Maine with his family. His motto was, “It’s good we could still laugh.”
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, the former Patricia A. Malys, whom he married June 22, 1963; one daughter, Jennifer (Thomas) Sumner of Baltimore; one son, Michael (Kristine) Kasper of Cleveland; mother-in-law, Ann Malys of Campbell; two sisters, Irene Pavlich of Struthers and Mariann (Bob) McCluskey of Tuscon, Ariz.; numerous nieces and nephews; and two childhood friends, Mary Ellen and Dick Cebak, who introduced James and Patricia to each other over 50 years ago.
Family and friends will be received on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home in Poland, where the Parastas service will be said at 7 p.m. The Panachida service will be said Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. also at the funeral home.
A Funeral Divine Liturgy will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Infant Jesus of Prague Byzantine Catholic Church with the Rev. Christopher Burke, officiating. Interment will follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Lowellville.
Please visit www.beckerobits.com to send condolences.
Florence Ann “Flo” Kerrigan, 89
HUBBARD – There will be services at 3 p.m. today, Nov. 1, 2009, at the Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home for Florence Ann Kerrigan, 89, known as “Flo,” who passed away Friday, Oct. 30, at Heritage Manor.
Florence was born May 29, 1920, in Churchill, a daughter of John F. and Minnie T. Bartz Lyons.
She was a 1938 graduate of Hubbard High School.
In 1938 Florence was known to ride her bike to work at the Isaly Store, located in downtown Hubbard, and for many years her picture was on the advertising poster (shown above) for Isaly’s. She was the only employee and was paid $5.00 a week to make 5-cent ice cream cones, and it was there that Flo met her husband, Myron. She also was a singer and played the guitar with the Dixie Ramblers in Ashtabula and with Fiddler Bob and his Texas Cowhands, and loved to yodel.
Her husband Myron’s family owned property in Hubbard and Myron Street was named after him, Jackson Street was named after Myron’s mother, and Caroline and Rebecca were named after his aunts. His family also owned the property were the Red Barn Restaurant was, which is now the location of Taco Bell.
She also worked at Strouss Department Store in downtown Youngstown in the glove department for 15 years, and later was a teller at Home Savings & Loan, Youngstown and Liberty offices for 16 years, before her retirement in 1982.
She was a 60 year member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hubbard, Youngstown Rose Society and the former Liberty Senior Citizens. She enjoyed cooking and sewing for everyone, and loved to travel.
Her husband, A. Myron Kerrigan, whom she married Oct. 3, 1940, passed away Nov. 21, 1993.
She is survived by a daughter, Gayle Lee and her husband, Richard Glasnapp of Hubbard and their children Jeffrey Richard Glasnapp and Julie Lyn Glasnapp, both of Columbus; and a son, James M. Kerrigan and his wife, Peggy of Hubbard and their children, Megan A. Kerrigan of Hubbard, Douglas A. Lindh of St. Louis Park, Minn.
She also leaves her sister, Vera Mae (Jack) Bliss of Mentor and a brother, Donald W. (Jean) Bohn of Seattle.
Besides her husband, Myron, she was preceded in death by her parents, John F. Lyons and Minnie T. Bartz Lyons Bohn and her stepfather, Russell Bohn.
Burial will be at Hubbard Union Cemetery.
There will be calling hours today, Nov. 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home.
The family would like to thank Dr. Slemons and the staff of Heritage Manor for the kind and compassionate care given to Florence.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Hubbard, 22 Westview, Hubbard, OH 44425 or Hubbard Public Library, 436 West Liberty St., Hubbard, OH 44425.
Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home’s website at www.stewart-kyle.com to share memories and condolences with the family.
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Rhonda Marie Kinney, 43
AUSTIN, TEXAS – Rhonda Marie Kinney, 43, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away Oct. 29, 2009 in Austin, Texas.
She served in the Marine Corps and was a Desert Storm veteran.
She loved her husband, daughters, sisters, friends and dog more than anything in the world. She was an incredible mother and friend. Rhonda was very considerate and it brought joy to her heart when she helped others. She was a passionate cook, and was notorious for her cranberry sauce. She was an avid shopper and loved spending the day with her daughters and friends searching for the latest deals. Rhonda loved to discover new places and be involved with her community. She would go to the ends of the earth just to make her family and friends happy. Her bright smile, blue eyes and sense of humor will be terribly missed.
“You’ve left behind countless memories that we will cherish forever. We love you and we will see you again.”
Funeral services will be held at noon on Wednesday, Nov. 4, in San Marcos, Texas.
The Thomason Funeral Home, San Marcos, Texas, (512) 396-2300.
Susan Morgan, 61
CANFIELD – Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Canfield Presbyterian Church for Susan Morgan, 61, who died Saturday morning at her residence.
Susan was born July 28, 1948, in Youngstown, the daughter of Richard and Helen (Ervin) Fender.
Susan was a member of the Canfield Presbyterian Church. After graduation from Boardman High School in 1966, Susan graduated from Trumbull Memorial School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse. Susan enjoyed making her own greeting cards.
She is survived by her mother, Helen of Canfield; her husband, Thomas of 40 years; daughter Amy (Brent) Emmett of Jacksonville, Fla.; and son, Stephen (Erin) of Canfield. Susan is also survived by her grandchildren, Tyler, Ryan, Aidan, Taylor, Connor and Garrett and her sister, Flo Fender of Pine Valley, N.Y.
She was preceded in death by her father, Richard.
Family and friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church, prior to services.
The Lane Funeral Home, Canfield Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Doris V. Neishleb, 90
COLUMBIANA – Doris V. Neishleb, 90, formerly of Middleton Road, died at 6 p.m. Friday at the Parkside Health Care Center, where she had resided.
Mrs. Neishleb was born Jan. 8, 1919, in Syracuse, N.Y., a daughter of the late Walter F. and Jennie Parks Jones Sr. and had lived in this area most of her life.
She, along with her husband, owned and operated Al’s Orchard for 33 years, retiring in 1972.
Her husband, Albert T. Neishleb, whom she married Nov. 23, 1939, died April 15, 2002.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Carl (Nancy) Hays-Cramer of Columbiana; four grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Robert Neishleb; two sisters, Kathryn Jones and Alice Jones; and a brother, Walter Jones Jr.
At her request, there are no calling hours or services.
Memorial tributes may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements were made by the Warrick-Kummer-Rettig Funeral Home in Columbiana.
Please visit www.familycareservices.com to sign the register and send condolences.
Dominic Potami 76
GIRARD – Dominic Potami 76, passed away Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at Liberty Health Care.
Dominic was born April 4, 1933, to the late James and Marie Natale Potami in Girard.
He was a self employed carpenter. He was a member of St. Rose Church and the carpenters union. He served in the U.S. Army Medic Unit during the Korean War.
He is survived by his brother, Anthony Potami of Girard; nephews; and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Connie Varley and brother, James Potami.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at St. Rose Church, preceded by a prayer service at 10:30 a.m. at the Blackstone Funeral Home.
Visitation will be on Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.
Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery.
The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Liberty Health Care.
Curtis Gerald Smith, 74
WARREN – Curtis Gerald Smith, 74, died Friday, Oct. 30, 2009, at his home.
He was born Feb. 26, 1935 in Liberty, W.Va., the son of the late J. O. Curtis and Thelma Miller Smith.
He was an honorably discharged U.S. Army veteran.
Curtis was a member of the Lordstown Christian Church, where he was a Deacon, Trustee, Board Member and a Sunday School Teacher. He was a former officer of the Youngstown Area Tropical Fish Society and PAKA, Pittsburgh Area Killifish Association and various other tropical fish and killifish associations.
Survivors include his three children, Teri (John) Heer of Twinsburg, Jeffrey Smith of Cleveland and Heather (fiance, Brian Vail) Smith of Austintown; three grandchildren, Timothy “Alex” Phillips, Henry Heer and Scott Phillips; and two brothers, Daniel Smith of Tennessee and David Smith of Pennsylvania.
Other than his parents, Curtis was preceded in death by his wife, the former Jean Ann Majick on Aug. 16, 2005, and they were married on June 1, 1963; and one brother, James Smith.
Memorial services will be held at the Lordstown Christian Church on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at 7 p.m., with the Rev. Dr. Bernard Oakes officiating.
Family and friends may gather at the church prior to the service from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Animal Welfare League Shelter, 545 Brunstetter Road, Warren, OH 44481.
The Carl W. Hall Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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