Obituaries

Sep 8, 2025

Douglas J. Hoovler, 70, of Hermitage, passed away surrounded by family on Monday afternoon, September 8, 2025, in UPMC Jameson Hospital.

Mr. Hoovler was born March 28, 1955, in Sharon, a son of the late Harrison and June (Fennell) Hoovler. He was a 1973 graduate of Hickory High School, Hermitage.

For more than 30 years,...

Sep 6, 2025

Donald Rhys McCamant, DMD, born January 30, 1947, in Sharon, PA, to Dr. and Mrs. H. Donald McCamant, passed away on September 6, 2025, in the arms of his family.

Don was the beloved husband of 56 years to his high school sweetheart Antoinette (Toni) Perfett, adoring father to Nicole (Greg) Walzer and Colleen (Ray) Fitzpatrick, loving,...

Sep 4, 2025

Florence Rogers Ross, also known as Corky her whole life, passed away in her sleep on Thursday, September 4, 2025. She was 97. A lifelong resident of Hermitage, she was currently living at Pelican Landing Assisted Living in Sebastian, Florida. Her only daughter, Becky Eckert Miniea and her husband Mike moved to Vero Beach and brought their mom with...

Sep 4, 2025

Rosemarie Minich, 47, of Vienna, passed away Thursday morning, September 4, 2025, in St. Elizabeth Hospital, Youngstown.

Rosemarie was born January 13, 1978, in Erie, PA, a daughter of Christopher and Lois (Rainey) Fier. She grew up in the Brookfield area.

She was a service technician, installer, and co-owner of Golden Rule Heating and Cooling,...

Sep 4, 2025

Dorothy "Dodie" (Renn) Hutchison passed from this life on September 4, 2025, at home in Wheatland, PA. Dodie was born on May 20, 1960, in Fall River, MA, the 9th of 11 children to the late Dorothy Ann (Flynn) and Floyd F. Renn Sr. She attended BMC Durfee High School, and Bristol Community College, both in Fall River. Her...

Sep 3, 2025

Dale Frislid, 80, of S. Pymatuning Twp., passed away in Erie, PA on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, after a brief illness.

Mr. Frislid was born on June 12, 1945, in Glen Cove, Long Island, NY, the son of the late Johann and Lola Mae (Goforith) Frislid. He grew up and was educated in Long Island. Following high...

Sep 2, 2025

Alfred J. Schnabel, 83, of New Castle, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday evening, September 2, 2025, in his residence.

Mr. Schnabel was born on September 25, 1941, in New York City, a son of the late Alfred E. and Hedwig (Lorenz) Schnabel, and graduated from Bergenfield High School, Bergenfield, NJ, in 1959.

Upon graduating from...

Sep 2, 2025

Jean (Kagle) Cole, Hermitage PA

Jean Cole, 81, of Hermitage, passed away on September 2, 2025.

Jean was born on September 2, 1944, in Saint Marys, West Virginia, to the late William and Lillian C. (Cunningham) Kagle.

She attended grade school in Cecil, Pennsylvania, and later, Farrell High School, where she...

Sep 1, 2025

Eileen R. Zagger passed away on September 1, 2025, at the age of 82. Eileen leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Though small in stature, she was mighty in spirit and spent her working years as a dedicated housekeeper.

From her childhood days, Eileen was captivated by horses, a passion that was lovingly rekindled...

Sep 1, 2025

Toula K. Hardesty, 83, of Hermitage, passed away Monday, September 1, 2025, in her home.

Mrs. Hardesty was born November 11, 1941, in Warren, OH, a daughter of Peter and Stella (Kariotis) Leftheris, and graduated from Sharon High School in 1959.

For nearly 20 years, Toula owned and operated the Tow Bar Restaurant in Sharon....

Aug 31, 2025

Martha L. Simons, 85, of Sharpsville, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in Cortland (OH) Healthcare Center.

Mrs. Simons was born on November 29, 1939, in Sharon, a daughter of the late Earl L. and Thelma (Stoyer) Swartz. She attended the former Union Elementary School in South Pymatuning Twp., and was a 1957 graduate of Sharpsville...

Aug 31, 2025

Todd Leach, 50, of Sharon, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025, in UPMC Jameson Hospital, New Castle.

Todd was born on January 2, 1975, in Youngstown, OH, a son of Paul and Wanda (Hughey) Leach. He was a 1993 graduate of Hickory High School and completed culinary school in Pittsburgh, PA.

Following culinary school,...

Aug 31, 2025

Allan L. Owens 63, of Hermitage, passed away Sunday evening, August 31, 2025, in Edison Manor Nursing Home.

He was born on January 24, 1962, in Fairfax, VA, a son of Lester L. Owens and Barbara (Racey) Jewell.

Allan worked as a farmhand since he was in his twenties, and he looked forward to family...

Aug 29, 2025

Mary Jean Hvisdak, 73, of West Middlesex, died peacefully at her home on Friday, August 29, 2025.

Ms. Hvisdak was born in Mercer County, Pennsylvania, on April 10, 1952, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Matey) Kernisky,  and graduated from West Middlesex High School.

Mary Jean loved her home and playing board games...

Aug 28, 2025

Mildred (Millie) Williams, 75, of Sharon, PA, passed away Thursday, August 28, 2025, in her home, leaving behind a family that loved and adored her. Millie was born April 5, 1950, in Farrell, PA, a daughter of the late Lynn and Donna (Haines) Morris.

Known for her wit and big heart, Millie spent 75 years spreading love,...

Aug 28, 2025

John T. D'Avico, III, 41, of Hermitage, passed away surrounded by family and friends on Thursday afternoon, August 28, 2025, following a courageous three-year battle with ALS.

John was born November 29, 1983, in Lansdown, PA, a son of John T. D'Avico, Jr. and Roseann (Muldoon) D'Avico. In 2002, he graduated from Bishop Shanahan High School in...

Aug 27, 2025

David S. Hunter, 77, of Sharon, passed away on Wednesday morning, August 27, 2025, in the Hospice House of Hospice of the Valley, Youngstown.

Mr. Hunter was born on February 11, 1948, in Sharon, a son of the late Howard and Myrtle (Hogue) Hunter, and graduated from Sharon High School in 1966.

For over 20...

Aug 25, 2025

Judith L. "Judy" Canon, 82, of Hermitage, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, in her home.

Mrs. Canon was born on September 14, 1942, in Sharon, a daughter of the late Paul and Shirley (Warrender) Keeley. She grew up in Transfer and attended Reynolds and Sharon School Districts, and was a 1960 graduate of Farrell High...

Aug 25, 2025

Mary Catherine Boggs, 83, of Sharon, passed away peacefully under hospice care on Monday afternoon, August 25, 2025, in The Grove at Greenville.

Mrs. Boggs was born May 27, 1942, in Sharon, a daughter of the late Joseph and Mildred (Elliott) Barreca. After graduating from Sharon High School, she enrolled in several courses at the Shenango Valley...

Aug 25, 2025

Jane P. Haney, 83, of New Castle, PA, passed away Monday evening, August 25, 2025, in The Haven Nursing Home.

Mrs. Haney was born January 26, 1942, in New Castle, a daughter of the late Adalbert W. and Stella (Dytko) Tecza. A lifelong area resident, she graduated from New Castle High School in 1960.

For...