East Palestine, Joseph M. Carothers, 61, formerly of Boardman, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon January 2, with his loving family by his side.  He was born February 2, 1962 in Youngstown, a son of Joseph and Barbara Smith Carothers.  Joseph was a 1980 graduate of Boardman High School. He was in business management and was most recently a restoration contractor.  He enjoyed baseball, cheering on the Steelers, fishing, wood working and a good round of golf. He selflessly donated his body for the benefit of others. Joseph leaves to cherish his memory, his mother Barbara, daughter Addie Carothers, son Joe Carothers, sister Anita Graff and granddaughter Belliecia Martins-Carothers.  Friends may call from 11 to 12:50 Friday January 5 at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church Parish Center in Hubbard. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 1 P.M. celebrated by Rev. Michael Swierz.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St. Boardman.

Family and friends of  may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and to leave condolences for the  family.