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Norma J. Holleran 1937-2025

MELBOURNE, Fla. — It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Norma Jean Holleran on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, at the age of 88, at Melbourne Terrace Rehab Center. Born in Pittsburgh, Pa., Norma is survived by her loving daughter, Carol (Chet) Brewer, and her two devoted sons, Ed ...

George A. Zokle Jr. 1943-2025

AUSTINTOWN — George A. Zokle Jr., 82, passed away, Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family. George was born Aug. 5, 1943, in Youngstown, a son of the late George Sr. and Catherine Zokle. Growing up, George was an altar boy at St. Lucy Parish for 11 years and worked as a ...

Suzanne K. Erickson 1952-2025

AUSTINTOWN — Suzanne Kay “Suzie” Erickson, 72, passed away early Saturday morning, Oct. 25, 2025, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. Suzie was born Dec. 1, 1952, and spent her childhood on Youngstown’s North Side, growing up on Outlook Avenue and attending Rayen High School, ...

Merril L. Blotzer 1938-2025

AUSTINTOWN — Merril Leroy “Lee” Blotzer, a dedicated family man, passed away Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, at the Cleveland Clinic, surrounded by his loved ones. Born Aug. 27, 1938, in Lincoln Place, Pa., Lee lived a life characterized by hard work, love and dedication to his ...

John S. Lautner 1936-2025

YOUNGSTOWN — John S. Lautner, 89, died peacefully at his home, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2025, surrounded by his cherished family. He was born Aug. 19, 1936, in Youngstown, the son of Michael and Mary Hoffer Lautner. John was a 1955 graduate of Chaney High School. He enjoyed an impressive ...

Glenn M. Beckman Jr. 1961-2025

BOARDMAN — Glenn Matthew Beckman Jr., 64, formerly of New Castle, Pa., passed away Saturday afternoon, Oct. 25, 2025, at his residence, after a two-year battle with cancer. Born Sept. 18, 1961, in New Castle, Pa., he was the son of Glenn Matthew Beckman Sr. and Beverly Ann Rees Beckman. ...