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Ronald D. DeCola 1962-2026

BOARDMAN — Ronald Domenick DeCola, 64, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. Ron was born on March 1, 1962, in Youngstown, a son of the late Frank D. and Janet A. Babtist DeCola. He was a 1980 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School in ...

Mary F. Bellino Pollifrone 1931-2026

BOARDMAN – Mary F. Bellino Pollifrone, 94, of Boardman, peacefully passed away early Wednesday morning, Sept. 30, 2026. Mary will always be remembered for her generosity, kindness, beautiful smile and feisty personality. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome and loved, and her ...

Amelia Zaluski 1930-2026

STRUTHERS — Amelia Zaluski, 96, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at Maplecrest Nursing Home. She was born on Feb. 18, 1930, in Lowellville, and was a lifelong resident of Struthers. She graduated from Struthers High School in 1948 as “Miss Struthers.” She married ...

Sandra K. Wells 1943-2026

NORTH LIMA — Sandra Kay Elliott Wells, 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, in the care of hospice, surrounded by the love of her family. Sandra was born Dec. 10, 1943, in Youngstown, the daughter of Randall and Roberta Glock Elliott. She was a 1962 graduate of South High ...

Blaine Roland Long 1933-2026

AUSTINTOWN — Blaine Roland Long, 93, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026, at Continuing Healthcare of Boardman. He was born April 27, 1933, in Friedens, Pa., to the late Daniel and Faye Smith Long. After graduating from high school, he was drafted into the Navy in 1951, and later discharged in 1955. He worked on the assembly line at General Motors for 27 years, retiring in 1992. Blaine was a proud member of the UAW 1112. He loved watching the Steelers and NASCAR and enjoyed making annual trips with his wife to Clearwater, Florida. Blaine is survived by his son, Bradley (Margaret ...

Kathleen A. Gbur 1943-2026

AUSTINTOWN — Kathleen A. Gbur, 83, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026, in the comfort of her home with her loving family by her side. Kathleen was born May 29, 1943, in Youngstown. She and her four siblings faced adversity early in life when their father, John Zareva, died ...