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Timothy S. Williams 1962-2025

COLUMBUS — Timothy S. Williams, 63, formerly of Brookfield, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born March 7, 1962, in Youngstown, he was the son of the late Howard and Virginia Lickner Williams. Tim was a 1980 graduate of ...

Colleen M. Smith 1959-2025

HUBBARD — Colleen Marie Dailey Smith, 66, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. Born June 28, 1959, in Youngstown, she graced this world with her warmth and kindness, leaving an indelible mark on all who were privileged to know her. Colleen was a proud ...

Judi Joseph 1945-2025

WARREN — Judi Joseph, 80, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, with friends and family by her side. She was the daughter of the late Jim and Martha Welsh of Sharon, Pa.; the beloved sister of Ken (Debby) Welsh; and a dear aunt to Katie and David. She lit up the lives of everyone she met, ...

Petrina Sparacino 1931-2025

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Petrina Sparacino, 93, passed away peacefully, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, after a brief illness. She was born Dec. 10, 1931, in Pittsburgh, Pa., to Frank and Giovanna Dentici. Being the firstborn to Sicilian immigrants, Petrina accepted great responsibilities from a ...

Barbara A. Ferreri 1943-2025

POLAND — Barbara A. Ferreri went to be with the Lord on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025, at the age of 82. Barbara was born May 4, 1943, in Pittsburgh, Pa., a daughter of the late Carol D. and Jane Ramsy Kaufman. Barbara dedicated her life to caring for others, working in housekeeping at a local ...

Area deaths

LARRY R. BIXLER, 87, of Salem, died Wednesday. SERVICES: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Stark Memorial Funeral Home, Salem. CALLING HOURS: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, funeral home. PATRICIA HOWARD, 78, of Youngstown, died July 23. (Augustine) BEVERLY A. PATRICK, 87, of Hubbard, died Thursday. (Shriver-Allison-Courtley-Weller-King) SHANNON SWEANEY, 76, of Boardman, died Monday. There are no services. (Stewart-Kyle)