All Obituaries

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of our beloved Kathleen (Pat) Pallai, known affectionately as Mom, Gram or Aunt Pat. She passed away in the arms of her granddaughter Stephanie and niece Cindy Marie on Monday May 22 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and unwavering strength. She was a beacon of light in our lives, and her absence will be profoundly felt by all who had the privilege of knowing her. From an early age, Aunt Pat radiated a genuine love...

Helen Louise Molnar died May 14 at the Hospice of the Western Reserve, Medina, Ohio.  Born in 1917 to Mary and Joseph Koval, she survived two major pandemics and lived through two world wars.  Raised in Niles on McKees Lane, she lost her dad as a young child. With the help of older brother Michael who got a job in the nearby steel mill, the family, which also included her sisters Mary and Katherine, got by with the help of many generous people.  They raised animals on their...

Donald J. Ambrose, 88 passed away peacefully at home early Wednesday morning. He was the son of Leonard and Theresa Simione Ambrose born on December 12, 1934, a lifelong Brier Hill resident affectionately known as the Mayor of Brier Hill and the last of the original neighborhood boys. Donald promoted the Brier Hill fest for 25 years where he was named Man of the Year and enjoyed many sunny days on the bench.  He worked for the Youngstown Water Department for 31 years and was an avid...

A Funeral Mass will be held at noon Thursday, April 6, 2023 in St. Mark Orthodox Church in Liberty for Nuha Rafeedie who passed away just before midnight on April 3, 2023 in Canfield Place Senior Living. She was born in El-Bireh, Palestine on June 7, 1944 to her parents, Zahwa and Yacoub Rafeedie and immigrated to the US in 1962 upon her marriage and settled on the Westside of Youngstown, where she remained a lifelong resident. She was the co-owner of Mitzi’s Cafeteria in the Mahoning...

Rose M. DeGise Buzzacco, 96, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Shepherd of the Valley, Poland. Rose was born in Youngstown on March 15, 1926, to parents Sabino (Sam) and Antoinette DeGise. She was raised in Brier Hill and was proud of her Italian heritage, as she was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church. She also enjoyed living near Mill Creek Park later in life. She was a 1944 graduate of The Rayen School and later graduated from cosmetology school. Rose enjoyed being a...

Timothy L. Barrow, 65, left this world Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023 after a brief illness. Tim was born Jan 26, 1958 to his parents, Donald and Katherine Pinkerton Barrow. He served in the United States Air Force from 1976-1978 before marrying the love of his life, Debbie Rapchak in 1981. He was the owner of Colonel’s Comics for over 37 years and had customers from all around the world that would travel to buy or sell comics or as he always would say “make a deal.” He knew and...

William Allan Hays, 76, of Boardman passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 after a strong fight overcoming a spinal cord injury that paralyzed him in 2014. He was the son of Reynold and Wilma Erb Hays. A member of the Boardman High School class of 1964. He enjoyed reconnecting with old friends at his 50th reunion who were a great support to him. William attended the College of Wooster where he played football and Youngstown State University.  He married Linda...

Dezi Cruz, age 45, of Youngstown Ohio, unexpectedly left us on Monday, January 30, 2023 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. Born December 31, 1977. He is the beloved son of Sandra (Marty) Avery of Florida, and Ismael Cruz of New York. Besides his parents, he leaves behind his 3 children : Dezi, Nolana and Zavina. A beloved brother to his sister Amy (Butch) Nelson of Florida, and 3 Brothers : Cito (Eina) Cruz of Florida, Brandon Fisher of Ohio and Carlos Avery of Florida. A beloved Uncle...

Eileen Necastro, age 75, of Austintown Ohio passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by love. Born October 20, 1947, she was the daughter of Raymond and Jean Thomas Sturm.  Eileen married Donald Necastro, in Lowellville, Ohio on November 15, 1975. Eileen was a 1965 graduate of Lowellville High School. She was a generous and kind soul who took pride in her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and proud nanny.   She greatly enjoyed, reading, puzzles, gaming, going to...

A Mass of Christian Burial will be said on Friday, February 3rdat 11am in St. Edward Church for Patricia L. Machuga, 74, who died January 27th at Hospice House. Patty was born August 6, 1948 in Youngstown and was a daughter of Joseph F. and Mary Lou Policy Machuga. She attended St. Edward School and was a 1966 graduate of Ursuline High School. She had over 35 years as a long distance telephone operator with Ohio Bell and AT&T working on offices in San Diego, Columbus, Youngstown, and...