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Barbara J Raines

Barbara J Raines

Dec 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara J. Raines. Barbara departed for heaven on December 26,2024, after an extended illness. 

Barbara was the third of four daughters born to the union of John Thomas Raines Jr. and Audrey Zeigler in 1953, Youngstown, Ohio. Barbara attended Campbell Memorial High School class of 1971. She went on to...

Karone S Rivers

Karone S Rivers

Dec 25, 2024

 Karone Samone Rivers, 46 of Youngstown, transitioned this early life on December 25, 2024, at her residence.

 

Karone was born October 26, 1978, and the daughter of Jeannette (Rivers) Hughey and David Brooks along with stepfather Mark Hughey.

 

Karone attended South High School with a passion for doing hair. She worked as and aid for several healthcare facilities.

 

She enjoyed listening to music,...

Randall P Nuby Jr.

Randall P Nuby Jr.

Dec 24, 2024

Randall P. Nuby Jr, 66, of Youngstown Ohio transitioned from this life Tuesday, December 24, 2024.

Randall was the 1st son born to Randall P. Nuby Sr and Rosalee (Jones) Nuby on April 20, 1958 in Youngstown, Ohio.

 He was  a 1976 graduate of South High went on to serve our country in the United States Navy. Upon returning to home Randy...

Oscar Carl North Jr.

Oscar Carl North Jr.

Dec 19, 2024

On Monday, December 19, 2024, our father who was a beacon of strength, and a vessel of love, and whose absence leaves a void in the hearts of his family. A dedicated father who taught his children, the importance of God, family, hard work and doing what is right, transitioned from his earthly home to his heavenly home. 

 

Mr. Oscar C....

Terrance Avery II.

Terrance Avery II.

Dec 19, 2024

Terrance Lee Avery Il. 42, of 907 Berkley Avenue, Youngstown, OH departed this life on Thursday December 19, 2024.

 

Terrance was born on December 28, 1981 in Montgomery, West Virginia, the son of Terry and Chrisha Avery.

 

He was a graduate of of South Charleston High School and worked for Ultium Cells GM Plant

Terrance loved to cook, play the magic cards and...

Jacqueline “ The Card Lady” McQueen

Jacqueline “ The Card Lady” McQueen

Dec 13, 2024

Jacqueline “The Card Lady” McQueen, 78 of Youngstown, transitioned this earthly life on Friday, December 13, 2024 at her residence. 

 

Jackie was born on February 22, 1946. She was the daughter of Rev. George and Ellen Cutts McQueen.

 

She attended the Youngstown City Schools and later went on to beauty school. She was a home healthcare provider. Jackie gave her life to...

William James Bush Jr.

William James Bush Jr.

Dec 12, 2024

William James Bush Jr., aged 67, affectionately known as Willie B, passed away on December 12, 2024, at Mercy Health peacefully with niece Karina Ware alongside his side. during his final moments. 

 Mr. Bush Born on October 27, 1957, in Youngstown, Ohio, William was a lifelong resident and East High School alumnus. 

 He worked for Valley Foods for years where he served...

Shirley Ann Grace

Shirley Ann Grace

Dec 12, 2024

Shirley Ann (Brooks) Grace, 76 of Youngstown, who departed this life on December 12, 2024 at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital.

 

Ms. Grace was born April 4, 1948 in Youngstown, Ohio the daughter of Ernest Jr. and Alice Forbes, Brooks. 

 

She was in 1966 graduate and a South High Warrior. She graduated from ITT tech, and one semester away from her...

Joseph S Conley Sr.

Joseph S Conley Sr.

Dec 3, 2024

 Joseph Savoldi Conley, Sr. of Youngstown, who transitioned this life on December 3, 2024 at Mercy Health St Elizabeth Health Center.

 

Mr. Conley was born on March 19, 1935, in Taft, Tennessee to Willie Joseph Burl and Lola Belle Conley. They migrated to Youngstown, Ohio from Tullahoma, TN in 1947 and initially resided in the Brier Hill neighborhood. Joseph was a...

Lola Mae Wilson-Workman

Lola Mae Wilson-Workman

Nov 26, 2024

Mrs. Lola Mae Wilson of Youngstown, Ohio was born on July 26, 1944, to Emma G. Myers Wilson and Leola O. Wilson. 

 

She attended The Rayen High School, Class of 1962. She later attended Youngstown State University (YSU) she majored in Sociology with a concentration in Social Services. She was employed at Garlands Barbeque stand as a cook and waitress for...

Edna “Cookie”  Hopkins

Edna “Cookie” Hopkins

Nov 23, 2024

 Edna L. Hopkins aka as “Cookie”, 84 of Youngstown, who transitioned this life on Saturday, November 23, 2024, surrounded by her family. 

 

Ms. Hopkins was born October 10, 1940 to the late Edward and Martha Cook. Edna was the matriarch of the family.

 

She went to the Rayen High School. She was employed at the Brown Derby restaurant before going to work...

Phillip James Carter

Phillip James Carter

Nov 17, 2024

HMr. Philip James Carter, 65, of Youngstown,

transitioned this life on Thursday, October 17, 2024,

at his residence.

Mr. Carter was born June 23, 1959, in Youngstown,

Ohio, a son of Jessie and Corey “Cora” Mosley

Carter.

He attended Youngstown Public Schools graduating

in 1978 from North High School. He was honored for

being the equipment manager for both football and

basketball and was later inducted into the Hall...

Darius Leonard

Darius Leonard

Nov 12, 2024

 On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, our loved one Darius J. Leonard transitioned from this earth into his heavenly home. Mr. Darius J. Leonard was born June 2, 1979. The son of Denise S. Leonard was the oldest child.

 

He was a joy and inspiration to all who knew him. He attended East High School (Golden Bears). Darius was a member of...

William “Bill” Baldwin

William “Bill” Baldwin

Nov 12, 2024

 William "Bill" Baldwin, 73, of Youngstown, OH transitioned to his eternal home on the morning of Monday, November 12th, 2024 at Mercy Health Hospital Boardman, OH

 

Bill Baldwin was born June 18, 1951 in Youngstown, Ohio a son of Thomas and Priscilla Moorman-Baldwin. Bill was employed at Astro shapes Inc. and Struthers Ohio and he also was former employee of 18...

Patrella Lightfoot

Patrella Lightfoot

Nov 7, 2024

Ms. Patrella Lightfoot 65, of Youngstown who departed this life of November 7, 2024.

 

 

Ms. Lightfoot was born February 16, 1959 in Youngstown, Ohio a daughter of Joseph and Mary Lightfoot. 

 

She graduated from The Rayen High School class of 1977. She later went on to teach for the Youngstown City School system for 35 plus years. She enjoyed reading and watching...

Ada Iris Aponte

Ada Iris Aponte

Nov 6, 2024

 Ada Iris Aponte 42, transitioned to her heavenly home on Wednesday November 6, 2024, at Trumbull Memorial Hospital with her family by her side.

 

Ada was born July 8, 1982 in Youngstown, Ohio. Daughter to Evette Aponte and Davis Oracio. She attended Roosevelt Elementary, Adam’s Jr. High & Campbell Memorial High School. Ada’s last place of employment was Manager at Citi...

Margaret Ann Haynes

Margaret Ann Haynes

Nov 2, 2024

 Margaret Ann Haynes, 77 of Youngstown, who departed this life on November 2, 2024 at Caprice Health Care Center. 

 

Ms. Haynes was born January 10, 1947 in New York, New York, the daughter of Charles Wilson, Sr. and Helen Henderson. 

 

She was a member of Butler Memorial Presbyterian Church where she taught Sunday school and was in the Choir. 

 

She graduated from East...

Cheryl Walker-Riley

Cheryl Walker-Riley

Oct 28, 2024

Ms. Cheryl R. Walker-Riley of Youngstown, departed this life on October 28, 2024 at her residence. 

 

Cheryl was born to the late Raymond and Lucy Walker on May 27, 1948 in Youngstown, Ohio. 

Cheryl finished high school in Cleveland Ohio where her parents had moved. 

 

Cheryl then met her husband J. R. Riley to whom their first child was born, Tyronne and they...

James McNair

James McNair

Oct 27, 2024

 

Mr. James Edward McNair 70, of Youngstown, Ohio was called to eternal Peace on October 27, 2024 at Mercy Health St Elizabeth Health Center surrounded by his children and loved ones. 

 

Mr. McNair was affectionately known as (JoeJoe) was born on October 26, 1954 in Goldsboro, North Carolina to the parents of Tessie McNair and Roosevelt Davis Sr. 

 

He was baptized and...

John Floyd Grizzard

John Floyd Grizzard

Oct 24, 2024

 Mr. John Floyd Grizzard of Youngstown, received the wings to his new heavenly home on Thursday October 24, 2024 at Mercy Health Select Specialty Hospital. 

 

Mr. Grizzard known as “Sunny” was born on June 2, 1934 in Tullahoma, Tennessee. He was the son of Ruth Conley and Lawson Moore known as Cubby and his birth father Floyd Grizzard. 

 

He was an avid...