Obituaries

  Services will be held Monday, August 15, 2022, at 12:30 p.m. at St. John the Forerunner Greek Orthodox Church, in Boardman, for Kathryn Mason Stanos, 93, who passed away August 9 at St. Elizabeth Health Center after a brief illness. Kathryn Mason Stanos was born March 31, 1929, in Weirton, West Virginia, the daughter of Nicholas Mason and Artemis Mavroudie Mason, immigrants from Athens, Greece and the region of Asia Minor. Returning to the United States after a short time in...

     Robert L. Holder, 75, of Canfield, Ohio, died peacefully on August 1, 2022.  Born in Canton, Ohio, he was the only surviving child of the late Robert H. and Dorothy King Holder.  A graduate of Canton Lincoln High School, he received his Bachelor of Arts and Juris Doctor degrees from The Ohio State University, where he was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity.       He is survived by his wife Dr. Pamela Holder, a...

I, Loretta Rochford, at the young age of 57, lost my life to a long list of comorbidities which grew aggressively over the last few months. I was never one to comply with the advice given to me by those in my life, whether they be a loved one or a medical professional. I preferred Oreos over Veggies, Cigarettes over Gum, and Vodka over Soda. Some may have looked at my lifestyle and saw a woman in need of help. But I was always able to stand my ground, content with making decisions for...

  Anthony Frank Orlando, Sr., 87, passed away peacefully at his home Sunday morning July 17, 2022, with his loving family by his side.  He was born February 6, 1935, in Youngstown’s historic Smokey Hollow to the late Luciano and Merceda Vecchiarelli Orlando.  Anthony was a proud graduate of the Rayen High School and went on to further his education at Youngstown State University, receiving an associate's degree.  A long-time agent with Western &...

  Michael Hritz, Jr, 87, passed away peacefully Friday morning July 15, 2022.  Michael was born January 1, 1935, in Lowellville, a son of the late Michael and Mary Kascak Hritz, Sr.  He was a 1953 graduate of Struthers High School and worked at Glenwood Auto Body for his late uncle Joe, moving on to McKay Machine functioning in various machining operations.  In 1966 he was hired by General Motors and was one of the first employees at the then new Lordstown Assembly...

Kenneth “Kenny” Cherpack passed peacefully in his sleep on July 14, 2022. He was born in Youngstown, son of Frank and Margaret Markovich Cherpack and brother to Doloris Landis. He graduated from South High School and worked at Youngstown Sheet & Tube.  Kenneth was an avid hunter, fisherman, and boating enthusiast.  He was a past member of Lowellville Rod and Gun Club, as well as a past member of Conneaut Boat Club. Kenneth leaves to cherish his memory, his son...

Lawrence “Buzzy” Davis passed away in the early morning hours of July 8th, 2022, in Virginia Beach surrounded by his family. He was born November 23, 1946, in Youngstown Ohio and was the son of George S and Dorothy E Davis. He passed away after a 9-month battle with ALS (Lou Gehrigs Disease). He attended and graduated from East High School. While still a boy he met Shirley Mihin, the love of his life. Her father was not so impressed, so with the help of her mother and dates with...

  Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Cherished Colleague, and Friend, Thomas Edward McGunigal passed away peacefully on July 1st, 2022. He was 85 years old. Thomas (Tom) was born on January 31st, 1937, in Youngstown, OH to John and Florence (Kelly) McGunigal. He joined big brother John (Mac), who immediately took Tom under his wing and the two fostered a lifelong deep friendship. When his younger sister Joyce was born almost 9 years later, Tom relished the joy...

  Cathleen M. Owens, 66 passed away peacefully Monday June 27 at her home.   Cathleen was born September 12, 1955, in Baumholder Germany, a daughter of the late Mervil and Margaret Owens.  She enjoyed working with the elderly, which led her to a lifelong career as a nurse’s aide at several area nursing homes.  Cathleen was a member of New Springfield Church of God and its Women’s Guild.  A big-hearted person, Cathleen would always be there to help...

  Joseph DeVincent, 94, passed away peacefully on Sunday June 26, 2022. Joe was born October 21, 1927, in Youngstown, a son of Alexander and Pierina Carnevale DeVincent and lived all his life in the Youngstown area until moving to Hudson in 2022. Joe earned a bachelor’s degree in education from the former Youngstown College and did graduate work in chemistry at Kent State University. He was a member of Omicron Lambda Honorary Fraternity. Joe started his career teaching...