All Obituaries

GIRARD - Constance M. “Connie” Carasi, 97, passed away peacefully, Friday morning, May 3, 2024, in the comfort of her home. Connie was born March 7, 1927, in Girard, the daughter of the late Daniel and Charlotte Mills Martin. She remained a lifelong resident of Girard. Connie graduated from Girard High School in the class of 1945. Following her education, she briefly worked at McKelvey’s Department Store before dedicating her life to raising and caring for her...

AUSTINTOWN - John Howard Conley, 77, a devoted husband, proud veteran and loving family man passed away peacefully, Friday morning, May 3, 2024, in the comfort of his home. John was born August 28, 1946, in Youngstown, a son of the late Leo and Anita Zizzo Connelly, and lived in the Youngstown area for most of his life, spending 17 years in Columbus. A graduate of Chaney High School, John dedicated 20 years of service to General Motors Lordstown. He later transitioned to working in the...

NORTH LIMA – Scott B. Homick, 58, formerly of the city’s west side, passed away unexpectedly due to natural causes Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Willow Woods. Scott was born March 29, 1966, in Youngstown, a son of Edward and Virginia Ellis Homick and was a lifelong area resident. He was a graduate of Chaney High School and a former member of St. Brendan Church. Scott enjoyed listening to rock and roll music and was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. In his younger days,...

GIRARD - Michael C. Logue, 67, passed away peacefully, early Tuesday morning, April 30, 2024, at Hospice House following a brief illness.  Michael was born November 11, 1956, in Youngstown, the son of the late Patricia Tresnowsky Logue and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Girard High School in 1975 and dedicated 30 years of service as an electrical inspector for the City of Girard until his retirement in 2022. A man of diverse passions, Michael was a former member of...

TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. - George R. Gayan, 93, formerly of Youngstown’s west side, passed away January 4, 2024, at his home in Florida. Born on January 26, 1930, in Youngstown, George was the beloved son of the late George and Margaret Bartfai Gayan. He made Tarpon Springs his home three decades ago after relocating to Florida. George dedicated 42 years of his life to GF Business Systems as a forklift operator until his retirement in 1989. He served his country with pride during the...

CANFIELD - Margaret M. (Hill) Seidita Kana, 90, passed away peacefully, Sunday evening, April 28, 2024, with her family by her side in the comfort of home. Margaret was born November 30, 1933, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Joseph and Anna Durica Hill and was a lifelong area resident. She was a 1952 graduate of East High School and devoted her adult life to nurturing and caring for her family. In addition to her role as a homemaker, Margaret spent over 20 years working as a...

YOUNGSTOWN - Eric Leo Frenzel, 52, passed away peacefully April 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with brittle diabetes and heart disease in the comfort of his home. Born on April 15, 1972, in Youngstown, to Werner and Barbara Fredette Frenzel, Eric was a proud graduate of Youngstown Christian Academy, class of 1990. Following in his father's footsteps, he joined the family-owned business, Continental Plumbing Company, where he demonstrated exceptional skill and commitment as a union...

AUSTINTOWN - Evelyn Rose “Evie” Ciccone, 76, passed away Saturday morning, February 3, 2024, at her home following a lengthy illness. Evelyn was born August 5, 1947, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Lucy Print Chill and came to the Youngstown area in her 30s. Evie was a graduate of New Castle High School and subsequently graduated from Allegheny Community College. Evie worked as a bank manager with Equibank for 12 years, retiring in 1993. She...

AUSTINTOWN- Josephine L. Gay, 81, passed away peacefully, Saturday morning, April 20, 2024, in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. Josephine was born November 3, 1942, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Thomas A. Leach and Thelma Waller Leach. She was raised by her mother, Thelma and her stepfather, Patsy Romeo and was a lifelong area resident. Throughout her lifetime, Josephine held various jobs, demonstrating her dedication to providing for her family. Notably, she...

CAMPBELL - Maria Perez Roman, 80, passed away Friday evening, April 19, 2024, at Briarfield Manor. Maria was born September 27, 1943, in Puerto Rico, a daughter of the late Jorge Perez and Maria Roman and came to the United States and specifically Campbell more than 50 years ago. In her younger days, Maria worked as a bartender before dedicating her life to raising and caring for her family. She enjoyed collecting dolls and spending time with her family and friends. Maria is survived by...