All Obituaries

Catherine (Carey) Carson, 97, of Girard, passed away Friday, February 26, 2021, at Hospice House in Poland, Ohio. She was born November 1, 1923, in Girard, Ohio, the daughter of Dominic and Maria (Mary) J. Parilla Carson. Catherine served her Country in WWII in the Woman’s Army Corps as a Medical Technician. During her time of service, she received the American Service Medal, the Victory Medal, and a Good Conduct Medal. After her military service ended, she responded to God’s...

James A. Sherro, 68, of Niles, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was born May 4, 1952, in Warren, Ohio, the son of Anthony and Lois Donaldson Sherro. James was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Niles and was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. He worked in the security business, the last 15 years for U.S. Security. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and spending time with his family. James coached football for...

Tiffany Lynn Wright, 28, of Niles, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021. She was born April 24, 1992, in Marion, Ohio, the daughter of Charles R. and Tammy Stapleton Levings. She enjoyed spending time with her children, family, arranging get togethers with friends, kayaking, bonfires, crafting and make-up. Tiffany is survived by her husband, Charles A. Wright, whom she married on October 31, 2020; her parents, Charles R. and Tammy Levings; three daughters, Marley Kessinger, Scarlett...

Fredrick W. (Fred) Brown, 35, of Youngstown passed away Friday, February 19, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Downtown. He was born July 2, 1985, in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Gerrold and Evelyn Kohler Brown. Fred as he was known to family and friends was a tow motor operator at Liberty Steel. He enjoyed going to concerts, music, bonfires and hanging with his friends. Fred is survived by two brothers, Ian (Jackie) Brown of Aurora, Ohio; Christopher Brown of Streetsboro, Ohio; four...

Karla S. Higgins, 55, of Niles, passed away Friday, Jan. 29, 2021, at University Hospital Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, Ohio, following a short illness. She was born March 22, 1965, in Akron, Ohio, the daughter of Orville A. and Mary I. Higgins. Karla was a loving mother, sister, aunt, friend and a person loved by many. She was a very head strong person and a kid at heart. She was very artistic and enjoyed horse shows. Karla is survived by her daughter, Amanda (William) Luongo of...

Jennifer L. Bear, 73, of Warren, passed away Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, at Trumbull Regional Medical Center. She was born April 23, 1947, in Geneseo, Ill., the oldest of eight children of Paul R. and Effie Dirck Cayton Rexroat. Jennifer was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and worked 31 years in finance for various financial institutions, retiring in 2012. Jennifer and Larry volunteered as drivers for 15 years with Trumbull Mobile Meals. She enjoyed reading, being out on their pontoon,...

Dennis L. Coleman Sr., 64, of McDonald, passed away Monday, January 11, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Youngstown, following a short illness. He was born August 14, 1956, in Youngstown, the son of Tinnes and Barbara Daugherty Coleman. Denny was a graduate of Niles McKinley High School, Class of 1974, and for the past 13 years was the General Manager for Kufleitner Auto Group. He enjoyed traveling, especially to the beach, deep sea fishing, NASCAR, dirt track racing, country music,...

Connie Cicero, beloved mother, sister, grandmother and lifelong resident, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2021 at the age of 66, following a brief battle with cancer. Her beautiful soul was born on June 23, 1954 to Frank J. and Betty J. Bertram Fonderlin. Connie was a 1972 graduate of Niles Mckinley where she was a cheerleader and was a member of the First United Methodist Church. Connie, who had a zest for life, had devoted her career to working diligently within the medical...

Bernadette A. Roberts, 72, of Niles, passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021, at her sister’s home in Austintown from a lengthy illness. She was born October 31, 1948, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Frank and Flora Cupples Matyi. Bernadette was of the Catholic faith and was a beautician for the Sherry Gordon Salon. She enjoyed shopping and spending time with her children and her grandchildren. Bernadette is survived by her loving husband, Alphonso S. Roberts, who she...

Calvin Don Stauffer passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Windsor House at Champion. Born January 16, 1932 in Warren, Ohio, he was the son of Elwood T. and Twila Grace Eminhizer Stauffer. Don was a member of the Warren G. Harding class of 1950. He was employed as a millwright for Republic Steel/LTV, retiring in 1985. He was co-owner of Stauffer Realty and a self-employed bricklayer. An outdoor enthusiast, his hobbies included hunting, hiking and motorcycle riding with his brother...