All Obituaries

Stephen Stutler Poland, OH

Stephen Charles Stutler, 86, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, surrounded by those who loved him most. Born on August 6, 1940, in Akron, Ohio, Steve was a proud graduate of Akron East High School and later earned his degree from the University of Akron. Steve dedicated many years of his life to both his career and his community. In addition to his work at DuPont, he proudly served as Fire Chief of the Towanda Fire Department throughout the 1970s and 1980s. His leadership, courage, ...

Stephen Charles Stutler, 86, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, surrounded by those who loved him most. Born on August 6, 1940, in Akron, Ohio, Steve was a proud graduate of Akron East ...

Mary Hoffman Austintown, OH

On Friday, August 28, 2026, Mary Grace (DeVito) Hoffman, age 78, of Austintown, OH, passed away at home. She was born in Youngstown on February 16, 1948, to Joseph Arthur and Kathryn A. (Bahny) DeVito. Mary Grace is survived by her daughters, Tracie (Phil) Faunda of Youngstown, Audrey (Ed) Chambers, Delores (Danny Jr.) McColl; grandchildren, Rodney (Paige Ross) Gray, Ashley (John Ferreira) Gray, Rosalie Chambers, Sophia Chambers, Vincent Chambers, Danny McColl III, Jacob ...

On Friday, August 28, 2026, Mary Grace (DeVito) Hoffman, age 78, of Austintown, OH, passed away at home. She was born in Youngstown on February 16, 1948, to Joseph Arthur and Kathryn A. (Bahny) ...

Kenneth Kester Youngstown, OH

On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Kenneth Brian Kester, age 62, of Youngstown, OH, passed away at Mercy Health-Youngstown. He was born in Youngstown on January 4, 1964. The son of Ralph and Carol Eckman, Kenneth was a lifelong part of the community where his life began and his life’s path remained rooted in the place he called home. Besides his mother, Kenneth is survived by his wife, Nancy (Hepfner) J. Kester; sons, John Sforza, Paul Sforza, Brian Sforza, six grandchildren, one ...

On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, Kenneth Brian Kester, age 62, of Youngstown, OH, passed away at Mercy Health-Youngstown. He was born in Youngstown on January 4, 1964. The son of Ralph and Carol ...

Jerry Ray New Waterford, OH

On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Jerry Lee “Bunny” Ray, age 76, passed away surrounded by loved ones at his home in New Waterford, OH, after a long illness. He was born December 9, 1949, in Salem, OH, to James and Ruth (Rupert) Ray. He graduated from Crestview High School and later served in the Army, carrying forward a life marked by commitment and steady purpose. Jerry was a lifetime member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2415. He was especially known for the central role ...

On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, Jerry Lee “Bunny” Ray, age 76, passed away surrounded by loved ones at his home in New Waterford, OH, after a long illness. He was born December 9, ...

Clair Brucker, Jr. New Castle, PA

On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Clair Joseph Brucker, Jr., age 90, entered Eternal Life at home in New Castle, PA, with his wife by his side. He was born July 23, 1936, in Pittsburgh (Shaler), PA, to Clair and Helen (Wokutch) Brucker. Throughout his life, he was known for a strong work ethic, a steady dedication to home improvement projects, and the meticulous care he gave to his lawn and garden. Those who knew him recognized the pride he took in tending to the things entrusted to his ...

On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Clair Joseph Brucker, Jr., age 90, entered Eternal Life at home in New Castle, PA, with his wife by his side. He was born July 23, 1936, in Pittsburgh (Shaler), ...

Richard Garr Girard OH

On Friday, August 14, 2026, Richard Garr, age 73, of Girard, OH, passed away peacefully at home with his daughter by his side. He was born on May 17, 1953, in Youngstown, OH, to William Henry and Virginia Francis (Duggar) Garr. Richard built his working life through hands-on trades, including painting, roofing, and maintenance. His career reflected practical skill and steady work across roles that kept him closely connected to the everyday needs of others and the communities where he lived ...

On Friday, August 14, 2026, Richard Garr, age 73, of Girard, OH, passed away peacefully at home with his daughter by his side. He was born on May 17, 1953, in Youngstown, OH, to William Henry and ...

William Roolf New Castle PA

On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, William Henry Roolf, age 76, passed away peacefully at UPMC Jameson, New Castle, PA. He was born September 2, 1949, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was one of seven children born to Norman J. and Loretta C. (Krealing) Roolf. He shared a deep love for the outdoors and cherished spending time hunting and fishing with his sons and grandsons. William is survived by the mother of his children, wife and companion, Ann K. (White) Roolf; their children, Andrew ...

On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, William Henry Roolf, age 76, passed away peacefully at UPMC Jameson, New Castle, PA. He was born September 2, 1949, in Pittsburgh, PA. He was one of seven ...

Gayle Hilton Youngstown, OH

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Gayle Marie Hilton, age 58, of Youngstown, OH passed away at Hospice of the Valley's Hospice House in Poland, OH. She was born in Youngstown on July 15, 1968, to Frank D Hilton and Karen Lynne (Tulipano) Donnadio. Gayle was an avid Ohio State Buckeye and Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved going against her family when it came to the rivalry between the Browns and Steelers. She enjoyed fishing with family and friends and gardening with her partner, Chris. Gayle ...

Faith-Anne Harnack Niles, OH

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Faith-Anne Rowbottom Harnack, age 74, of Niles, OH passed away at Briarfield Manor, Austintown, OH. She was born in Youngstown, OH on August 7, 1952, to Harold Thomas and Ellen Margaret (Klingensmith) Rowbottom. Faith-Anne grew up in Howland and later lived in Niles, OH. A 1970 graduate of Howland High School, she built a career in healthcare as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She devoted more than twenty-three years to Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren, OH, ...

On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Faith-Anne Rowbottom Harnack, age 74, of Niles, OH passed away at Briarfield Manor, Austintown, OH. She was born in Youngstown, OH on August 7, 1952, to Harold Thomas ...

Richard L. "Dickie" Irwin Jr. Hubbard, OH

Richard L “Dickie” Irwin Jr., age 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Richard was born in Youngstown, Ohio on January 29, 1958, son of late Richard Sr. and Judith (Hull) Irwin. He resided in Hubbard, Ohio for the past twenty years where he built a life filled with cherished memories. Richard was a proud graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School where he was a standout baseball player. He dedicated thirty-two ...

Richard L “Dickie” Irwin Jr., age 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday, August 6, 2026. Richard was born in Youngstown, Ohio on January 29, 1958, ...