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Tributes 2010-01-03
Charles “Papa” Armes Sr., 51
YOUNGSTOWN – Funeral services will be Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel for Charles “Papa” Armes Sr., 51, who died Wednesday evening in the St. Elizabeth Health Center Emergency Room.
Chuck was born Aug. 23, 1958, in Youngstown, the son of the late James and Hazel (Wiseman) Armes.
He had formerly worked as a supervisor for American Architectural Products (Forte Mfg.)
Chuck was known as a very giving and loving person to his family and friends. He had coached baseball for the Mill Creek Baseball League, coached football for the Fighting Little Redmen, played baseball for Forte, loved motorcycles, was an avid bowler and was known as Mr. Fix-it to his family and friends. He was a member of the American Legion in Youngstown.
Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Sandy Guy, whom he married April 16, 1977. He leaves three children, Charles P. Armes Jr. of Las Vegas, Robert (Rhonda) Armes of Youngstown and Susan (T.J.) McCarthy of Youngstown; two sisters, Nancy (Dave) Reed and Donna (Dave) Reed, both of Arizona; four brothers, James (Joann) Armes and Joseph Armes, both of Youngstown and Gary (Linda) Armes and David (Candy) Armes, both of Arizona. He also leaves six grandchildren, Lauren, Liyah, Victoria, Cailynn, Ryan and Darrin.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law, George Guy.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Raymond L. Austin, 88
BARBERTON – Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Lane Funeral Home, Canfield Chapel for Raymond L. Austin, 88, formerly of Canfield, who passed away Saturday morning in Barberton Hospital.
Ray was born Sept. 18, 1921, in Plymouth, Ohio, the son of John and Olive (Avery) Austin.
He was a self-employed Auctioneer and was the co-founder of the Canfield Auto Auction. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.
Ray was a member of the Old North Church in Canfield, a former member of the Rotary Club of Canfield, a lifetime member of the National Auctioneers Association, and a past president of the Ohio Auctioneers Association.
His wife, the former June Burr, whom he married Oct. 3, 1943, passed away Jan. 9, 1999.
Ray leaves four sons, Ron Austin of St. Mary’s, Pa., Don Austin of Eastlake, J. Alfy (Karen) Austin of Terre Haute, Ind., and Randy (Susan) Austin of Akron; one sister, Edith (Bob) Cary of Ashtabula; 12 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Besides his wife and parents, Ray was preceded in death by a sister, Laura Sheeley; a brother, Edgar Austin; and a daughter-in-law, Melanie Austin.
Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and again from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Gideon’s International in Ray’s name.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
LaShana Teaira Echols, 26
YOUNGSTOWN – Services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at noon at the New Bethel Baptist Church for Ms. LaShana Teaira Echols, 26, who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009, at St. Elizabeth Health Center.
Ms. Echols was born Feb. 18, 1983, in Youngstown, a daughter of Frank G. and Louise Daniels Echols.
She was a 2001 graduate of The Rayen School. She was a member of New Bethel Baptist Church and enjoyed working crossword puzzles.
LaShana leaves to cherish her beloved memory, her mother and stepfather, Louise Echols and Mark Bannarn; her six-month-old son, Dominic Dennis Lamar Wilson; three sisters, Monae L. Echols, Markita R. and Alana J. Bannarn; grandmother Rosie Echols; stepgrandfather Sammie Jennings; a special niece, Shar’lynn Hopkins; and her fiancé, Dennis L. Wilson Jr., all of Youngstown; and a host of family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father; a sister, Dominique Daniels-Lynch; a brother, Derrick Daniels; grandparents Willie Mae Jackson, Ronald Jackson and Frank Echols Sr.; great-grandmother Roberta Daniels; and a niece, Marshaya.
Friends may call on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon at the church.
Arrangements entrusted to the L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home.
Michael Gaborko Jr., 84
SEWICKLEY, PA. – Michael Gaborko Jr., 84, formerly of Hubbard and Sharon, Pa., died Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009, at Golden Hill Nursing Home in New Castle.
He was born Oct. 8, 1925, in Holsapel, Pa., a son of the late Michael and Mary (Shirilla) Gaborko.
He married Marie Morsillo Gaborko in 1969, she survives in Sewickley.
Mr. Gaborko was owner and operator of Arrow Auto Sales and Foreign Import in Leetsdale, Pa. for many years. He attended Westminster College and Youngstown State University and received a degree in Psychology. Mr. Gaborko was a Army veteran of World War II, served in Europe with the 82nd Air Borne Paratroopers. He was an avid trumpet player and played with many area bands over the years.
He is survived by one son, Michael Gaborko III of Sewickley; one daughter, Gloria Mash and her husband, Jim of New Middletown; one stepson, Frank Mench and his wife, Cindy of El Paso, Texas; one stepdaughter, Lisa Snyder and her husband, Douglas of Butler, Pa.; and a number of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be held at the John Syka Funeral Home, 833 Kennedy Dr., Ambridge, Pa. on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at noon at the John Syka Funeral Home. Pastor Louis A. LaGatta will be officiating.
Entombment will be at the Mt. Olivert Catholic Cemetery in Aliquippa. Members of the Beaver County Special Unit will meet at 12:30 p.m. at the cemetery mausoleum to provide Full Military Honors for Mr. Gaborko.
Funeral arrangements are by the William F. & Roger M. DeCarbo Funeral Home.
Please visit www.williamrogerdecarbo.com to send on-line condolences.
Lyle “Bud” Holland, 68
AUSTINTOWN – Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel for Lyle “Bud” Holland, 68, who died Thursday morning at St. Elizabeth Health Center, surrounded by his family.
Lyle was born Oct. 6, 1941, in Marietta to the late Roy and Josephine (Hauss) Holland.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during peacetime.
Bud was an avid hunter and loved to play golf.
Lyle retired in 1996 from General Motors Lordstown Assembly Plant after 32 years of service. He was a member of UAW Local 1112, the UAW retirees Golf League, the Lake Milton Fish and Game Club, and a life member of the NRA.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Steven in 1985; and his brothers, Tom and John Holland.
Lyle is survived by his wife, the former Beverly Nelson, whom he married April 20, 1963; two daughters, Cindy (Ray) Ratkowski of Austintown and Kelly (Jerry) Ceja of Austintown; seven grandchildren, Scott, Ashley, Kristin, Lyle, Josh, Christina and Taylor; one great-granddaughter, Niah; a sister, Lyla (Jack) Gabler of Fayetteville, N.C.; and sister-in-law Karen Holland of Byesville.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home.
Visit www.higgins-reardon.com to view this obituary and to send condolences.
Lawrence A. Klimko, 69
GOLETA, CALIF. – There will be funeral services Friday, Jan. 8, 2010, at 9:30 a.m. at the Kirila Funeral Home, 258 Poland Ave. in Struthers, and at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church in Campbell for Lawrence A. Klimko, 69, who entered into rest Dec. 26, 2009, at his residence.
He was born Dec. 13, 1940, in Youngstown, a son of the late Martin M. and Mary M. Duda Klimko.
Larry graduated from Ursuline High School and continued his education at The Ohio State University, graduating with a Ph.D. in Mathematics. He was a professor at Penn State University, followed by Bucknell University and then the University of Wisconsin at Madison. His publications in scientific journals include significant research contributions to the theory of Non Linear Time Series.
Larry moved into the Santa Barbara area to work in the aerospace industry and soon became deeply involved with the Santa Barbara Bridge Center, where he contributed his expertise in all aspects of contract bridge. As a Life Master, Larry was an accomplished player, ardent student of the game and, most importantly, a devoted teacher who greatly enhanced the caliber and enjoyment of local duplicate bridge play. Since 1994, Larry has been the leader and heart and soul of the Santa Barbara Bridge Club and the one most responsible for the club’s statewide recognition.
Larry’s equal passion was music. His devotion to the classics and the Santa Barbara Symphony occupied the other half of a life of intellect, creativity and commitment, but sadly a life that was taken too soon.
Larry is survived by a brother, Eugene M. Klimko of Binghamton, N.Y.; two sisters, Virginia Carney of Boardman and Loretta Dotson of Canfield; a sister-in-law, Patricia Klimko of Irving, Texas; many nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Charles A. Klimko; and a sister, Mary Delores Klimko.
Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010, at the funeral home.
Please visit www.kirilafh.com to view this obituary and send online condolences to the family.
Geo Michael Krohmer
REDWOOD CITY, CALIF. – Geo Michael Krohmer’s life was taken from him Monday, Dec. 28, 2009, by esophageal cancer. His wife, friends, and family will remember him most for his sense of humor and joi de vivre.
He was born June 5, 1965, and was a wonderful husband, great friend and nature lover.
Mike loved being active in the outdoors more than anything and was particularly fond of bicycling and skiing. His love for road biking inspired him to try a few century rides in 2003. By 2007, he was such an accomplished cyclist that he attained the prestigious Triple Crown, the award/bragging rights given to those cyclists who complete three double-centuries in a single calendar year.
Mike loved hiking and camping, especially in Yosemite National Park and Sequoia and King’s Canyon National Park. He believed passionately in conservation of wild lands and wild life. His favorite animals were bears, and conserving habitat for bears was his favorite cause.
Mike enjoyed watching his favorite sports teams, the Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Stars, Oakland Raiders, and Oakland A’s during his relaxation time. He also loved theater and musicals.
Professionally, Mike was a restaurant manager, working for BJ’s restaurant and brew pub the last five years of his life. Mike loved seeing the restaurant guests having fun times together over a meal. He loved good food and good beer almost as much as he loved a good day skiing, hiking, or cycling and he was glad he had a job where he could share those passions.
Mike is survived by his devoted and loving wife and best friend, Belinda; daughter and son Kaitlyn and Steven Krohmer; stepdaughter Kayla Christensen; mother Helga Goodrum; brother and sister-in-law, Steve and Lori Krohmer; nephews Nate and Owen Krohmer; mother-in-law and father-in-law Joyce and David Womack; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Steve and Jackie Womack. Mike will be sorely missed by all of us who had the privilege to spend time with him.
Arrangements are being handled by the Colma Cremation & Funeral Services (650/757-1300).
Visit www.colmacremation.com to send condolences.
James M. Lemonis, 82
CAMPBELL – Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday at the Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church, for James M. Lemonis, 82, who passed away Thursday evening at St. Elizabeth Health Center.
He was born June 11, 1927, in Youngstown, a son of Markus and Hrisso Kohalas Lemonis, and was a lifelong area resident.
He was a business entrepreneur and owned and operated the OK pool room and OK Foods.
He was a 1946 graduate of East High School, and after graduation went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the church and the Ahepa Society.
Besides his wife, the former Barbara Angelidou, whom he married June 10, 1951, he leaves to cherish his memory, his children, a daughter, Chrissie (Al) Cherol of Campbell and their children, Victoria and Zachary; two sons, Mark Lemonis of Poland and his daughters, Alexis, Leah, Araya and Angelo Lemonis of Campbell and his son, Niccolo; two sisters, Patra Pappas of Youngstown and Coula Modenos of Florida; and a brother, Leo (Sophia) Lemonis of Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The Lemonis family has entrusted their loved one to the care of the Wasko Funeral Home and will receive friends Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m. where a prayer service will be held at 6 p.m. and Thursday from 1:30 to 2 p.m. at the church .
Visit www.waskofamily.com to view this obituary.
Jean Loew, 78
AUSTINTOWN – There will be a funeral service at 10 a.m. Tuesday, officiated by the Rev. Timothy O’Neill, at the Fox Funeral Home in Boardman for Jean Loew, 78, who passed away Thursday morning at her residence.
Jean was born Oct. 6, 1931, in Youngstown, a daughter of Jess M. and Lillian M. Hall Green, and was a lifelong area resident.
She graduated from South High School with the Class of 1951. Jean worked for Hills Department Store and continued at the store when it changed to Ames, until her retirement after 35 years.
She will be greatly missed by her daughter, Debbie (Lenny) Villars of Austintown; a son, Jack (Marlene) Loew of Canfield; a twin sister, Joy Boldt of Austintown; five grandchildren, Nicole Fray, Shannon (Robert) Wilcox, Brandi Loew, Shawn Villers and John Loew; five great-grandchildren, Haley, Anthony, Jordon, Shawn and Kameron; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.
Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and send condolences.
Sue Masluk, 95
BOARDMAN – Private services are being arranged by the Fox Funeral Home for Sue Masluk, 95, who passed away after a brief illness.
She was born in Youngstown on Jan. 21, 1914, a daughter of Andrew and Susan Barto Puskas.
She graduated from The Rayen School and attended Youngstown Business College. She was a homemaker and volunteered at local hospitals. She loved to crochet and enjoyed giving afghans to family and friends. She was an ardent fan of football, golf and the Cleveland Indians. She was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church in Boardman.
Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Jeanne LaManna of Boardman; her son, Robert Kovac (Kathy) of Martinsville, Va.; four grandchildren, Carol LaManna of Boardman, Carmine LaManna (Melissa) of Boardman, and Adam and Aaron Kovac of Martinsville; and four great-grandchildren, Tara LaManna of Lake Mary, Fla., Michael LaManna of Lighthouse Point, Fla., and Melena and Carmine LaManna of Boardman.
Her husband, James Masluk, passed away in 1981. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Andrew and Charles, and a sister, Mary Bayer.
The family requests that memorial tributes take the form of contributions in the name of Sue Masluk to St. Charles Borromeo Church, 7345 Westview Dr., Boardman, OH 44512.
Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and send condolences.
Morris Miller “Moe” Phelps III, 79
AUSTINTOWN – Private services will be held at a later date for Morris Miller “Moe” Phelps III, 79, who passed away Thursday afternoon at St. Elizabeth Health Center.
Moe was born May 13, 1930, in Brownsville, Pa., the son of Leslie and Edith (Blackford) Phelps.
He was a graduate of Brownsville High School and an Army veteran.
Moe retired in 1981 from Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company as a Metallurgist. He was an avid bowler and golfer, and enjoyed puzzles and making models.
Morris’ wife, the former Audrey Jean Franks, whom he married Jan. 26, 1953, passed away July 7, 2002.
Moe leaves his children, Joyce (Flip) Huggins of Youngstown, Patty (Nelson) Gingrich of Austintown, Leslie (Vic) Carrocce of Salem, Keith Phelps of Austintown and Morris M. (Judy) Phelps IV of Niles; two brothers, Raymond L. Phelps of Tampa, Fla., and Bruce Phelps of San Antonio; 11 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Besides his wife, Moe was preceded in death by his parents and his stepmother, Maggie Phelps.
There were no calling hours.
Arrangements are being handled by the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Jean Marie Ross, 88
YOUNGSTOWN – Jean Marie Ross, 88, passed away at 6:05 a.m. New Year’s Day at Hospice House in Poland.
Jean was born Oct. 1, 1921, in Bradock, Pa., the daughter of the late Ralph and Nina (Abt) DeShong.
A homemaker, Jean was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Austintown and for more than 40 years volunteered at the YMCA, where she participated in synchronized swimming. She enjoyed gardening.
Jean is survived by two sons, George H. (Josephine) Ross Jr. of Fairfield and Eugene C. (Barbara) Ross of Austintown; a brother-in-law, Robert Ross of Austintown; seven grandchildren, George W. Ross, Cassidy Ross, Michelle Ross, Christopher Ross, Lisa Ross, Bobbi Jo (Tom Burns) Dietz and Eugene C. Ross; three great-grandchildren, Jaime, Amanda and Alexis; and a great-great-granddaughter Makena.
Besides her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband, George H. Ross Sr, whom she married Nov. 3, 1945; her stepfather, Lawrence Blochinger; a sister, Thelma Schauble; and a brother, Charles DeShong.
Calling hours will take place on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel and again on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.
A Funeral service will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at 11 a.m. in Grace Lutheran Church, with Pastor Paul Toelke officiating.
The family suggests that memorial contributions take the form of donations to the Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, OH 44514.
The family would like to offer their many thanks and appreciation to the staff of Humility House in Austintown and also to the staff of Hospice House in Poland for all of their care that they bestowed on Jean and her family during her time of need and for making her last days very comforting.
Family and friends may visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com to view this obituary and send condolences.
Joseph L. Ross, 87
NEW CASTLE, PA. –Joseph L. Ross, 87, of 2537 Blossom Lane, passed away the evening of Jan. 1, 2010. in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.
He was born Jan. 16, 1922, in New Castle, Pa., the son of the late James and Antonietta Armond Ross.
He married the former Angela G. Gamberale on Nov. 23, 1950. She preceded him in death Oct. 31, 1996.
He graduated from New Castle High School in 1939. He served in World War II as a bomber pilot with the 15th Air Force and was a member of the U.S. Airforce 456th Bomb Group Association. After serving in the Air Force Reserve, he retired from military service with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.
Joe attended Youngstown State University School of Engineering and graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering.
He was employed at the Johnson Bronze Company for 30 years. He then was employed at Rockwell International Corporation, until his retirement in 1991.
Joe was the Vice President of the Greater New Castle Community Federal Credit Union. He was a YSU Alumni and a member of the American Legion Post 343, AARP, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Knights of Columbus, where he was a life member and 3rd degree Knight, the Johnson Club in Hillsville and the Lawrence County Historical Society.
Joe was a member of St. Vitus Church and active in its Holy Name Society. He was named Father of the Year in 1995. He was very involved with his church and its weekly bingo and the annual church festival.
He enjoyed gardening and having breakfast with friends daily and was an avid tennis player.
He is survived by a son, Dr. Joseph E. Ross of New Castle, Pa.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Nick Ross, Frank Ross, Attorney Charles Ross, James Ross and Victor H. Ross Sr.; and six sisters, Lucy Roeder, Trunie Donaldson, Marie Felasco, Mildred Edwards, Nancy Monsey and Josephine (Pennie) Ross.
Visitation will be held Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Ed & Don DeCarbo Funeral Home & Crematory Inc., 3000 Wilmington Road.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Vitus Church. A procession will leave the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. for the church. The Reverend Father John Petrarulo will officiate.
Entombment will be at Resurrection Mausoleum.
Military rites will be provided by the New Castle Area Honor Guard.
Please visit www.decarbofuneralhome.com to view this obituary and to send online condolences.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Air Force Memorial Foundation, 1501 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22209-1198 (www.airforcememorial.com) or the Angela G. Ross Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o St. Vitus School, 915 S. Jefferson Street, New Castle, PA 16101.
Adeline A. Sauline, 89
HUBBARD – Adeline A. Sauline, 89, passed away of natural causes Tuesday evening, Dec. 29, 2009, at Summit Villa Care Center in Tallmadge.
Her husband was Arthur T. Sauline, who died in 1953.
Adeline was the youngest of seven children of Thomas and Carmel (DeMain) Del Quadri, all deceased.
She was born on the East side of Youngstown and graduated from East High School. Her home was Hubbard for 50 years, where she was a member of St. Patrick Church.
Adeline, known as “Dolly,” retired from the Sherwin Williams Company in 1982 after 28 years of employment. Dolly enjoyed bowling, having belonged to the Senior Bowling League, cooking and baking, being an excellent home chef, sewing, spending time with family and friends and working.
Adeline is survived by her son, Patrick D. (Joan) Sauline of Poland; two daughters, Marilyn A. (William) Crookston of New York City and Elaine R. (James) Tyndall of Mogadore; three grandchildren, Christen (Thomas) Mizikar of Laughlintown, Pa., Emily (Brian) Hubert of Boardman and Jeffery Sauline of Boardman; and two great-grandchildren, Madeline and Patrick Hubert.
She will be remembered by her many friends and family members as a lovely lady. All who knew her loved her sweet ways and pretty smile. She will be missed by many.
Funeral services will be held Monday at noon at St. Patrick Church in Hubbard.
Family and friends may call on Monday, one hour prior to the services at the church, from 11 a.m. to noon.
Dolly’s children request, in lieu of flowers, memorials in their mother’s name be made to Habitat for Humanity of Portage County, P.O. Box 306, Ravenna, OH 44266 or to the American Humane Association, 63 Inverness Dr., East Englewood, CO 80112.
Please visit www.kelley-robb.com to view this obituary and to send condolences to the family.
James Edward Tucker, 58
YOUNGSTOWN – There will be a funeral service held on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, at 11 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 1463 Shields Road in Boardman, for James Edward Tucker, 58, who left this world to be with Jesus on Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009, with his family by his side.
James will always be remembered and loved by his family and friends.
He was born Jan. 19, 1951, in Buchann, Ky., the son of Glen Eldon and Mary Francis (Bellomy) Tucker, and moved to the Youngstown area in 1969.
James was a graduate of South High School in Columbus and attended Youngstown State University.
He was employed as a salesman with Sysco Food Service for 20 years and most recently with SS Kemp and Bake Mark.
James was a member of Calvary Baptist Church and was a devoted Cleveland Browns, Indians, and Cavs fan. He enjoyed playing golf, but his true love was spending time with his great nieces and nephews.
He leaves behind to hold on to his memories his stepfather, Philip Nespeca Sr. of Youngstown; a stepbrother, Philip Nespeca Jr. of Florida; a stepsister, Debbie Dickson of Canfield; a brother, Mitchel (Jane) Tucker of Girard; a nephew, Michael (Angie) Tucker; two great-nieces, Taylor LeAnn Snyder and Haley Rae Tucker; a great-nephew, Ashton Michael Tucker; many friends, co-workers, and his long-time friends, John Butera and family and Susan Quiring and her sons, Nicholas and Daniel.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Samantha Lee Bellomy; his mother, Mary Nespeca; a stepsister, Brenda Iaconis; a stepbrother, Ernie Nespeca; and his father, Glen Eldon Tucker.
Friends may call on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4700 Market St. in Boardman, and again on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2009, from 10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 1463 Shields Road in Boardman.
Burial will take place at Lake Park Cemetery.
Beatrice A. (Tabacco) Turner, 84
WARREN – Beatrice A. (Tabacco) Turner, 84, died at noon on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009, at Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital.
She was born March 9, 1925, in Warren, the daughter of the late Achille “Nick” and Elodia (DiGregoria) Tabacco.
She was a lifetime Warren resident and she and her husband, Joe, had spent winters in Moorehaven, Fla., for several years.
Beatrice was a 1944 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School, where she was a majorette. She worked for more than 25 years as a waitress at the El Rio Restaurant.
Beatrice was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America and a lifetime member and past president of the VFW Post 1090 Ladies Auxiliary, where she and her husband had been active visiting the veterans hospitals. Beatrice also had volunteered at the veterans clinic in Youngstown, until recently. She also had served as a volunteer for many years with the American Cancer Society.
She worked as a poll worker with the Trumbull County Board of Elections and was a member of the American Businesswomen’s Association.
Beatrice loved spending time with her family, being a loving wife, mother and homemaker and enjoyed cooking. She also loved her dogs.
Beatrice was preceded in death Aug. 24, 1997 by her husband of 511/2 years, Joseph W. Turner, whom she married Jan. 26, 1946. One son, Joseph F. Turner VI; her parents; her stepmother, Philomena Aimol Tabacco; one brother, Albert (Donna) Tabacco; and one sister, Alda (Mike) Roberts, also have preceded her in death.
She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Lee Turner of Warren and Elizabeth “Betsy” (Steven) Dalrymple of Howland and three sisters, Ergomine (Roland) Iannucci of Warren, Jennie (Rocky) Soriano of Niles and Elisa Walush of Denver.
Arrangements are being handled by the Roberts-Clark Funeral Chapel in Warren, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday from 9 to 10 a.m.
VFW Post 1090 Ladies Auxiliary will hold services at the funeral home Monday evening.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, with the Rev. Bernard Schmalzried celebrating the Mass.
Burial will be at Hawley Cemetery in Paris Township.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Friends and family may visit www.robertsclarkchapel.com to send condolences and to view this obituary.
Donald E. Welsch, 82
NEW MIDDLETOWN – There will be a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, Jan. 4, at 10 a.m. at the Holy Family Church in Poland for Donald E. Welsch, 82, formerly of Poland Village Blvd. in Poland, who died Dec. 31 at St. Mary’s Alzheimer’s Center.
Mr. Welsch was born Sept. 24, 1927, in Youngstown, the son of George A. and Elizabeth Cregan Welsch.
He graduated from Ursuline High School in 1945 and from the University of Notre Dame in 1951 with a B.S. in Mathematics.
Mr. Welsch was employed 39 years by Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co. and retired from LTV Steel Tubular Products Co. as manager of personnel services in 1991.
He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a member of the Holy Family Church, Mahoning Valley Notre Dame Alumni Association, Chesterton Club, National Managers Association, Mahoning Valley Industrial Management and Poland K of C.
Besides his wife, the former Regina McMahon, whom he married May 2, 1959, he is survived by seven children, Wendell P. (Nancy) Welsch of Poland, Mary Kathleen (Richard) Lundy of Powell, Ellen (Keith Bersebach) Welsch of Scottsdale, Ariz., Beth Morrison of Elkhart, Ind., Richard (Holly) Welsch of Toledo, Megan (Andrew) Racevskis of Hillard and Jack (Mary Strawn of Alexandria, Va.; 11 grandchildren, Danny and Jason Lundy, Colleen and Morgan Welsch, Kelly, Erin and Matthew Morrison, Conor and Killian Welsch and Sofia and Rosa Racevskis.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, George A. Welsch Jr. and the Rev. John C. Welsch.
Family and friends may call today from 3 to 6 p.m. at the McVean, Hughes and McClurkin Funeral Home and on Monday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Holy Family Church.
The family request that memorial tributes take the form of contributions to Alzheimer’s Association.
Johnny R. West, 53
YOUNGSTOWN – Services will be Monday, Jan. 4, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home for Mr. Johnny R. West, 53, who departed this life Friday, Dec. 25, 2009, at Forum Health Northside Medical Center.
Mr. West was born Feb. 14, 1956 in Pittsburgh, a son of John W. and Edith Goodwin West.
He was a 1974 graduate of East High School and attended the New Grace Missionary Baptist Church. He had been employed with American Steel Company for over 15 years. He enjoyed fishing and sports, and loved the precious hours he spent with his grandchildren and family.
He leaves to cherish his beloved memory, his mother, Edith Battles of Youngstown; father John West of Youngstown; two children, Andre’ (Melissa) Madison and Shamika Thomas, both of Youngstown; nine grandchildren; three stepdaughters, Tara and Nichole Thomas, both of Youngstown, and Ireka Thomas of Jacksonville, Fla.; three sisters, Denise (Larry) West-Stone and Lisa J. West, both of Youngstown, and Julie Butler of Sandusky; three brothers, David West of Clearwater, Fla., Keith Butler of South Carolina and Kevin Butler of Youngstown; a stepsister, Debra Jones of Youngstown; a devoted friend, Cindy Ransaw; and a host of family and friends.
His grandparents and a grandson, Daylyn Madison, preceded him in death.
Friends may call on Monday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
Elmond Williams, 90
YOUNGSTOWN – Services will be Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2009, at noon at the New Bethel Baptist Church for Mr. Elmond Williams, 90, who departed this life Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2009, at Forum Health Northside Medical Center.
Mr. Williams was born Sept. 9, 1919, in Marianna, Fla., a son of Robert and Carrie Hayes Williams.
He retired from U.S. Steel Corporation after 30 years of service. He was a member of the New Bethel Baptist Church, its Male Chorus, Sunday School and Men’s Fellowship. He enjoyed playing pool and was a U.S. Army veteran.
He leaves to cherish his beloved memory his devoted wife, the former Catherine Echols, whom he married Sept. 19, 1964; five stepchildren, Robert L. (Mary Ann) Echols, Karlon Ware, Alwaymon Leggette, Anthony (Robin) Woodberry and Marvin (Lucy) Woodberry, all of Youngstown; a sister, Sally (Marian) Thompson of Ocala, Fla.; two brothers-in-law, James Echols and Carl Jackson; and a sister-in-law, Mary Allen, all of Youngstown; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, family and friends.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Kathleen Williams; two brothers, Willie James Williams and Harron Hayes; and a sister, Lucinda Hayes.
Friends may call from 11 a.m. to noon at the church.
Arrangements are entrusted to the L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home.
Jennie Zelinka, 95
LOWELLVILLE - Jennie Zelinka, 95, passed into the arms of our loving Lord on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2009, in her home surrounded by her family.
Mrs. Zelinka was born Jan. 10, 1914, in Furlanija, Yugoslavia, a daughter of Frank and Mary Rubesha Cikovich. She came to America through Ellis Island with her parents when she was 10 years old. She spent her childhood and attended school in Struthers.
She was a homemaker who loved to cook and especially enjoyed preparing holiday dinner for her family. Her hobbies included gardening, crocheting and polka dancing.
She was a member of the Penn Ohio Polka Booster Club for many years. She also was a member of the SNPJ Lodge and the Moose Club of Lowellville.
One of the greatest joys of her life was babysitting her grandchildren, and she was affectionately known by them as “Grandma Z” and “Great-Great.” She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends that knew her and loved her.
Her husband, Stanley Zelinka, whom she married in 1934, died Feb. 27, 1986.
Jennie is survived by one son, John (Marge Brooks) Zelinka of Youngstown; two daughters, Marijane (Jim) Walker of Poland and Beverly (Bruce) Kalmer of Lowellville; seven grandchildren, John (Christine) Zelinka II, Shelly (Jim) Miletta, Tammy (David) Wagner, Randy (Sue) Rubesa, John (Jean) Rubesa, Jennylynn (Mary Mead) Kalmer and Ray (Leslie) Kalmer; 17 great-grandchildren, Mary and Olivia Zelinka, Marlana (Jim) Boyer, Weston and Drew Wagner, Michael, Matthew, Kaitlyn Rubesa, Brock, Sara, Libby and Francesca Rubesa, Addison, Faith, Jordan, Kayden and Gwynevere Kalmer; and two great-great-grandsons, Bryan and Nicholas Boyer. She also leaves many nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her stepfather, Michael Vuckovich; and three stepbrothers, Frank, Ernest and John Cikovich.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff at Greenbrier Rehabilitation Hospital, which Jennie sincerely loved for the wonderful care they gave her. The family would also like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff of Hospice House and their Home Care for the wonderful care they gave Jennie and her family in her home.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be given in Jennie’s name to the Hospice House, 9803 Sharrott Road, Poland, OH 44514
Private family memorial services will be held to celebrate Jennie’s life on her birthday, Sunday, Jan. 10, 2010.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by the Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home in Poland
Visit www.beckerobits.com to send condolences.
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