All Obituaries

Richard J. Zimmer, 63, of Salem, Ohio, passed away Saturday, July 31, 2021, at his residence. He was born April 13, 1958, in Warren, Ohio, the son of James A. and Dorothy A. Kraynak Zimmer. Richard worked forty years in construction as a sheet metal worker, working out of Sheet Metal Workers Local #33. He was an avid camper and outdoorsman. He enjoyed anything that had wheels and a motor, cars, dirt bikes, four wheelers and motorcycles. A generous good nature man, Richard was always there...

Michael A. Hall, age 25, of Norwalk, passed away at home, Saturday, July 24, 2021, peacefully and surrounded by his loved ones. He was born June 10, 1996 in Oberlin and was a 2018 graduate of Norwalk High School. He enjoyed music and spending time with his family. He touched many hearts throughout his life. Michael was very loveable but could be ornery just as well. He brought so much love to his family. He was a great blessing from God. He is survived by his parents, Don Hall and...

Mandy L. Long, 43, of Masury, Ohio, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2021, at her mother’s home. She was born April 21, 1978, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of Edward C. Long I and Cynthia K. Gossett Jones. Mandy is survived by her parents, Edward C. (Sherry) Long I of Columbus, Ohio; Cynthia K. (Bruce) Jones of Masury, Ohio; a son, Bruce Allen Long of Redway, Calif.; two daughters, Christine Marie Long of Bedford, Ohio, Aysha Lynae Gibson of Masury, Ohio, two...

Michael Jerryson, 47, of Howland Township, passed away Friday, July 9, 2021 at 9:45 p.m. after battling ALS. Michael was born Michael Frederick Kessler on May 10, 1974 at Evanston Hospital in Evanston, Illinois, the son of Rhella Kessler and the late Jerry Kessler. He was a graduate of New Trier High School (1992). He received his undergraduate degree in Western Philosophy at the University of Wisconsin, Madison (1996). Upon graduation, Michael enlisted in the United States Peace Corps and...

Stella M. Dikun, 87, of Girard, passed away Saturday, July 3, 2021, at Mercy Health Downtown Youngstown. She was born July 17, 1933, in Girard, Ohio, the daughter of William and Carmel Sabino Briguglio Stella worked as an Avon Lady and was an accomplished seamstress. She was very fond of children and could always be counted on to babysit. A wonderful homemaker and mother, she made sure everyone who visited left with a full belly. Stella is survived by her three sons, Steven J. Dikun of...

Janis D. Clark, 80, of Niles, passed into everlasting life on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at Vibra Hospital in Warren. She was born December 26, 1940 in Richmond, Virginia, the daughter of Joseph and Ollie Belle Miller Ashburn. Janis was a very active member of the First Baptist Church in Niles where she was known as “Miss Jam” and greatly loved by all the children. Teaching Sunday School and AWANA at the church was one of her favorite pastimes. She worked at Metal Products in...

Hayley M. Krenciprock, 18, of Niles, passed Saturday, June 26, 2021, at University Hospital Cleveland Medical Center. She was born August 23, 2002, in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of Stephan Krenciprock. Hayley attended TCTC’s Equine science program. She loved horses and wanted to become a Veterinarian. She had the most beautiful blue eyes that would light up a room. She is deeply missed by her father, Stephan, her sister, Shaylynn, grandparents, Mike and Tina, aunt Tiffany and...

Patricia Ann Grantz, 75, of Leavittsburg, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021 at St. Joseph Health Center. She was born May 23, 1946, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of Clarence W. and Paulina Tidd Leet. Patricia worked at Hillside Hospital in the house keeping department, retiring in 1990. She enjoyed crafts, gardening, cooking and baking. Patricia is survived by four sons, David Davidson of Leavittsburg, Shawn Davidson of Leavittsburg, Joe Wolfe of Girard, John Grantz of Orlando, Fla., a...

David Wade Biddlestone died peacefully in his home on June 21, 2021 in Niles, Ohio after a year long battle with cancer. He was 66 years old. David was born on October 19, 1954, the son of Willis and Betty Biddlestone. He grew up in Niles, Ohio. He was a 1973 graduate from Niles McKinley High School. Dave was a Red Dragon football player. He attended Wittenberg University, where he won two NCAA Division II football championships. He was a member of Niles Methodist Church and a Mason in the...

Mildred A. DeChristofaro, 91, formerly of Niles, passed away Saturday, June 19, 2021, at Birchaven Village in Findley, Ohio. She was born April 14, 1930 in Smock, Penn., the daughter of Anton and Mary Sim Pindrock. Millie was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church in Niles and her strong Christian faith was ever present in her life. She was actively involved with Mt. Carmel Altar and Rosary Society and the Women's Guild. She volunteered and cooked for many of the church festivals,...