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NICK C. LEVINSKY SR., 70, of Boardman, died Aug. 14. Services were private. (Thompson Filicky, Boardman)

Former Falcons center Jeff Van Note, a six-time Pro Bowl center, dies at 80

ATLANTA (AP) — Jeff Van Note, a six-time Pro Bowl center who spent all 18 seasons of his NFL career with Atlanta and was inducted into the team's Ring of Honor in 2006, has died, the Falcons announced Friday. He was 80. The team did not announce a cause of death. "We mourn the loss of a true Falcons legend," Falcons owner Arthur Blank said in a statement released by the team. "Jeff Van Note dedicated 18 seasons to this franchise and became one of the most respected and beloved players in our history. He embodied toughness, resilience, humility, and an unwavering commitment to his ...

Marilyn DeSalle 1943-2026

YOUNGSTOWN — Marilyn DeSalle, 83, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Sept. 28, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. Marilyn was born on April 27, 1943, in Youngstown, to John and Mary Olejar. She graduated from South High School in 1961, where she was a majorette ...

Ronald Davidson 1946-2026

NEW WATERFORD – Ronald L. Davidson, 79, a longtime resident of the area, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, at home with his wife by his side. Ron was born Nov. 9, 1946, in Beaver Falls, Pa., son of the late Howard and Ruth Huston Davidson. Ron was a proud veteran of the U.S. Marine ...

Stefanie Ross 1944-2026

GIRARD — Stefanie Ross, 81, of Girard, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026, at Hospice House. She was born on Oct. 8, 1944, in North Jackson, a daughter to the late Anthony and Alvena Costello Albanese. She was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Girard. For 35 years, she worked ...

Loretta Bares 1973-2026

YOUNGSTOWN — Loretta Bares, 53, went to the Lord late Saturday night, Sept. 26, 2026. Loretta was born on May 1, 1973, in Philadelphia, Pa., the daughter of Virginia Bliss and Elmer Bliss Sr. Loretta came to Ohio when she was little and grew up here. She had graduated from Rayen High ...