All Obituaries

TALLMADGE ROSE RAKOCY 1925-2026 Rose Rakocy, 100, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on May 19, just shy of her 101st birthday.  She was born in Youngstown, Ohio on June 8, 1925, the daughter of Galleni and Mary Virgallito Lenefonte. She graduated from Rayen High School in 1943 and married her beloved husband, Michael Rakocy Sr., in 1946.  They shared 65 years together before his passing in 2011.  She resided in Youngstown until 2019 when she moved to Cardinal ...

YOUNGSTOWN Barbara Vouvalis 1933-2026   Barbara Vouvalis, 93, of Youngstown, OH passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family, Friday, May 8 2026.  Barbara was born April 23, 1933 in Youngstown, the daughter of Nicholas and Aristea (Arseniou) Mays.  She was a graduate of Rayen High School and a lifetime resident of Youngstown. Barbara worked at General Electric for 10 years before marrying the love of her life, John Vouvalis, a union they shared for almost 63 ...

POLAND STELLA ARGERAS 1930-2026 On Sunday, April 26, 2026, Stella Argeras passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by the love she gave so freely throughout her life. She was the heart of her family, loving deeply and giving endlessly, with a presence that brought comfort to all who knew her.  She will be remembered for her Greek cooking and pastries that brought loved ones together.  Stella also had a strong faith a faithful member of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in ...

YOUNGSTOWN ANITA JOAN LIMBIAN 1931-2026               ANITA JOAN LIMBIAN WAS BORN IN YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO TO DANIEL AND RACHEL LAZAR ON JANUARY 26, 1931.  ANITA LIVED AT 1717 STEWART AVE.UNTIL HER MARRIAGE TO JOHN LIMBIAN ON JUNE 10, 1951.  JOHN AND ANITA BUILT THEIR HOME AND STARTED A FAMILY ON SHAWNEE TRAIL AND LIVED THERE FOR 66 YEARS.  ANITA WORKED FOR THE STANDARD SLAG COMPANY FOR 30 YEARS AS THE MANAGER OF THE ...

EAST LIVERPOOL ALVERNIA BARNES 1937-2026 Alvernia M. Barnes passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Monday, April 20, 2026 at Calcutta Senior Care. She was born on November 8, 1937 to Michael and Jeanne (Steffee) Salvatore in New Springfield, Ohio. Alvernia worked at Murphy Mart and Walmart as a cashier and stock person.  She loved the country and lived on a farm for most of her life.  She loved animals and will be especially missed by her cats.  Alvernia was a ...

LAKE MILTON JACQUELINE SYRIANOUDIS 1937-2026 Jacqueline “Jackie” Lee Syrianoudis, 88, of Lake Milton, OH, passed away on April 18, 2026 at the Brookdale Senior Living Facility in Austintown with her beloved children by her side. Despite the challenges of dementia, she never lost her sweet nature and was cherished by the staff at Brookdale, who went above and beyond in their care and kindness. Born on October 29, 1937 to Norma (McKean) McChesney and Leroy McLure, Jackie was a ...

Twinsburg Thomas M. Matun 1944-2026 Thomas M. Matun, 81, passed away on Sunday, April 12. He was born on May 9, 1944, in Youngstown, Ohio to Paul and Anna Matun. After graduating from Campbell Memorial High School, he spent most of his work years as a die maker at the General Motors Fabricating Plant in Lordstown, Ohio. A true and loyal friend to all, he will be remembered for his kind heart and his endless love for his family. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Karen Matun, ...

YOUNGSTOWN STANLEY J. NIZIOLEK 1964-2026 Stanley Niziolek passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 9,2026.  He was born in Youngstown, Ohio to Mathew and Jeanne (Hegedvsich) Niziolek.  He graduated from Wilson High School and worked at Astro Shapes as an assemble worker. Stanley was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Christine Church. He was always willing to help other people.  Stanley was an avid baseball and softball player which he thoroughly ...

CANFIELD NATALIE ELIZABETH LEE 2008-2026       Canfield - It is with profound sadness that the family of Natalie Elizabeth Lee announces her passing. Natalie, 17, passed away unexpectedly, Monday, March 23, 2026, at her home in Cornersburg, OH.   Her passing is deeply mourned by her parents, John and Donna Lee, as well as her three brothers, John, Nathan (Mara) and Riley. She was also loved and will be missed by numerous other family ...

YOUNGSTOWN       JOHN ISAILA, JR. 1949-2026 John Isaila, Jr. passed away on March 16. 2026 in Youngstown, Ohio.  John was the son of John and Paulina Isaila.  He is survived by his wife of 47 years Elaine and his sister Monica Nemes.  Calling hours will be on Monday, March 23, 2026 from 10am-12 noon at Vaschak-Kirila Funeral Home, 3100 Canfield Road, Youngstown Ohio 44511. Vaschak-Kirila handled all of the arrangements for the family.