Walter L. Windham Sr, 64
Walter L. Windham Sr, 64, of Salem, died Monday, September 14, 2020, at his home.
He was born on October 20, 1955, in Monroe, LA., son of the late Robert O. and Caroline (Oberman) Windham.
Richard Lawrence Buzin, 74
Boardman - Richard Lawrence Buzin, 74, died September 5, 2020 at St. Elizabeth Hospital.
He was born January 25, 1946 in Youngstown, OH, the son of Lawrence and Julia Buzin. Rich graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in Youngstown, OH, where he was a stand-out athlete who excelled in basketball and football. Following graduation, he attended The Pennsylvania State University where he had a standout college football career and was, subsequently, entered into the Penn State Football Hall of Fame. Upon graduating from Penn State in 1968, he was drafted by the New York Giants. He later went on to play for the Los Angeles Rams and the Chicago Bears. Following his time in the National Football League, Rich embarked on a 30 - year career in the financial sector. Rich was preceded in death by a sister, Patricia Johns, and a brother, Walter. Surviving are his son Michael (Susan), Downingtown, PA; daughter Kristina Keacher (Donald), Pingree Grove, IL; grandchildren Katharine, Sarah, and Jacob, Downingtown, PA; brother-in-law, William Johns, Boardman, OH and several nieces and nephews. There will be a Private Family Service of Remembrance. Friends may call from 12 - 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 19th at Lane Family Funeral Homes - Anstrom Chapel, 8387 Tod Ave, Boardman, OH 44512. A private interment will follow. Those who wish to remember Rich in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Penn State Children's Hospital at www.cmnhershey.org
George Albert Hawkins, 71
HANOVERTON - George Albert Hawkins, 71, died Saturday, September 12, 2020 at his residence after a long illness. George was born October 5, 1948 in Carroll County, OH, a son of the late Earl and Dorothy (Crawford) Hawkins. George was a crane man at Bliss for 22 years. Most recently, he worked at Hickey Metal Fabrication.
He was a car enthusiast and loved going to car shows and riding motorcycles.
Besides his parents, his wife, Brenda Lee (Guthrie) Hawkins, preceded him in death in 1985. He is survived by two sons, Dan (Stacy) Hawkins of Damascus and Douglas Hawkins of Washingtonville; two sisters, Faye (Allen) Hilliard of Hanoverton and Mary Hawkins of Augusta; grandchildren, Brandon Hawkins, Derek Grande, Sean Goddard, Makayla Frederick, Lindsay and Jessica Combs; and six great-grandchildren. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Hope Cemetery, with Charles Leverknight officiating.
Arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
David Alan Fitch Sr. 69
SALEM - David Alan Fitch Sr. 69, concluded his journey on earth Monday, September 14, 2020 at Salem Regional Medical Center.
He was born August 8, 1951 in Youngstown, son of the late Charles and Orsolena 'Betty' (Billet) Fitch. A hard worker, he retired from Quaker City Castings after 40 years of service as well as holding several part - time jobs through the years including but not limited to Ames and AutoZone. A funny and wise man, he was well - liked by many. David always put others before himself and was there any time you needed him. David was a devoted husband to Ellen Kay (Hartman) Fitch for 50 years; an amazing father to David (Peggy) Fitch and Andrew (Mandy) Fitch; grandfather to Emily, Gabriel and Andrea and the grand-cat Tigger.
He was a hero, role - model and best friend. In addition to his wife, children and grandchildren, David is survived by his sisters, Carol (Ray) Drummond, Sue (Dave) Bosker, Sandy (Tim) Bennett, Pam Protain, Debbie (Bob) James, Linda (Dan) Freet and Brenda (Bob) Bedio, as well as several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 12 Noon Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Stark Memorial with Father Robert Edwards officiating.
Calling hours will be held from 10:00 a.m. - 12 Noon Saturday at the funeral home. For the safety of the Fitch family and visitors, please adhere to social distancing, and bring your own mask.
Toby Keith McCoy
Toby Keith McCoy, 47, of Salem passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was a protector of many, loved and adored by his family and many friends, a self proclaimed social butterfly.
He was a nice guy who would give his heart to anybody.
He was a lover of KISS and 80's Ballads; and a lover of classic cars. Toby is survived by his wife Erin (Stevens) McCoy; mother Beverly (Green) McCoy; brothers Brad (ArLena) McCoy and Tim "Tiny" McCoy; special kids that he helped raise Kylee and Brandon who refer to Toby as "Pops". He is also survived by two nieces Corie Murdock and Cara McCoy; a nephew Alex J. McCoy; special cousins Bobbie Jo, Billie Jo, Chris "Gus", and Donnie; close friends Jordan Smeltzer and Justin Young along with many other cousins, friends and loved ones. Toby was preceded in death by his father Jim McCoy, step-father Bill Hines, uncle John, grandma Kate, and his two grandpa's Don McCoy and Charles Green. A time of visitation will take place on Friday, September 18, 2020 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Brown Funeral Home. There will also be a "Celebration of Life" on Friday, September 25th from 2 - 6PM at the Salem VFW. The family would like to express a sincere thank you to Community Hospice and Home Health Aide Sheri Moats for the care provided to Toby.
Robert Alan Stull, 59
Robert Alan Stull, 59, passed away suddenly on September 13, 2020.
He was born on August 3, 1961 to Wayne and Jane Stull of Amsterdam, Ohio. Bob spent his early years growing up in Amsterdam where he played extensive hot stove baseball. The family relocated to Sebring, Ohio in 1974 where Bob met and later married his high school sweetheart, Teresa Ann Amabeli, on May 29, 1982, and together they had four sons. Bob enjoyed sports all through his youth and high school days, and spent much time playing and coaching his boys, his brothers, and his nephews through the years. For the past 35 years, Bob was a heavy equipment operator for the Mahoning County Engineers Office stationed at the District 4 Outpost just outside Sebring. Bob was very talented at operating backhoes and loaders, and had constructed various roads, passes and ponds at his brothers' family farms. Bob's knowledge and appreciation of 70's classic rock music was amazing as he could repeatedly name songs and artists within seconds of the first note. Bob's love, care, understanding, wit, teasing and sense of humor will be greatly missed by his loved ones. Surviving Bob is his wife, Teresa, their sons Robert (Reagan) of Canton, Kevin (Ashley) of Damascus, Alex (Jenna) of Alliance and Mitch of Alliance. Their four sons blessed Bob and Teresa with four grandchildren - Brylin, Easton, Sylvia and Ellena. Bob's grandchildren meant the world to him and rarely did a day go by where he did not spend time with at least one of them. Bob is also survived by his four brothers Bill (Chip) of Mayer, Arizona, Randy (Gina) of Homeworth, Russ of Homeworth and Jim (Jennifer) of Silver Lake, Ohio, and brother-in-law Joe Amabeli of Sebring and sister-in-law Janet (Adam) of Upper Arlington, Ohio, as well as several nieces and nephew, all of whom he loved very much. The nicknames Bob has given to many will live on forever - Beanie, Pantsy, Jethro, Louie, Gordie and Junior, to name just a few. Bob was preceded in death by his brother Rick in 1995, his parents Wayne and Jane in May 2020, his mother-in-law Rose Amabeli in 2005, and his father-in-law Tony Amabeli in 2001. The family receives peace knowing Bob is reunited with those he loved so much. A private memorial service will be held with Bob's immediate family.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Ann's Church in Sebring, Ohio.
Jean Elizabeth King, 97
Jean Elizabeth King, 97, of Austintown, died early Saturday morning at Humility House, Austintown. Jean was born April 22, 1923 in Kent, Ohio, a daughter of the late Leo and Bessie (Brumbaugh) Rhodes. She had been a self-employed beautician and also had worked at Robinson Memorial Hospital in the laundry department for 14 years, retiring in 1988. Her husband, Glenn W. King, whom she married January 3, 1941, died January 1974. She leaves her daughter, Cheryl L. (Robert) Cole of Berlin Center; a step-son, Glenn Merrill King of Cuyahoga Falls; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren and a niece Jane Hunter and her family.
Besides her parents and her husband, Jean was preceded in death by a step-son, George B. King; a sister, Ardys Ensinger and a brother, Howard Rhodes. A private celebration of Jean's life is being planned for a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Lane Family Funeral Homes, Canfield Chapel.
Geraldine S. Jordan, 88
Funeral services will be at noon Wednesday at Lane Family Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel for Geraldine S. Jordan, 88 of Austintown who died early Sunday morning at Austinwoods Health Care Center. Geraldine was born August 31, 1932 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Harry and Lucille (Hallden) Stenger and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from South High School and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Geraldine worked at the lamp factory at General Electric for 33 years, retiring in 1989.
She was a member of the G.E. Retirees Club and was an avid QVC shopper. Geraldine enjoyed sewing, attending craft shows and yearly camping trips to Cook's Forest with her family. Her husband, William Jordan, whom she married September 20, 1958, died January 17, 1999. She leaves many nieces and nephews including, Geri Lucarell, Ken Garling, Casey Stenger, Mark Stenger and Bridgett Pugh.
Besides her parents and her husband, Geraldine was preceded in death by a brother, Harry Stenger and a sister, Marilyn Garling. Friends may call on Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. at Lane Funeral Home, followed by the service at noon. Due to COVID - 19, the 6 - foot rule will be honored, and we ask that all guests, whose health allows, please wear a mask. For the safety of everyone, we ask that visitors not linger at the funeral home after seeing the family. The family requests material tributes take the form of contributions to Crossroads Hospice.
Randall W. Briguglio, 64
Randall W. Briguglio, 64 of Canfield died Saturday evening at his residence. Randall was born April 7, 1956 in Youngstown, a son of William F. and Betty (Ellis) Briguglio and was lifetime area resident. Randall graduated from Chaney High School in 1974 and graduated from ITT Technical Institute with a degree in air conditioning and furnace repair. He worked as a laborer, meter reader and lastly in the collections department for the Youngstown Water Department for 20 years. He had also owned and operated Priscilla's Antiques in Columbiana for several years. Randall bought and sold architectural antiques, selling at the many antique shows in the area.
Besides his mother and step-father, Betty and Arnold Orning of Boardman, he leaves his wife, the former Priscilla E. Rincon; a sister, Renee Peterson of Poland and his beloved dogs, Josey and Zachary. Randall was preceded in death by his father; his brother, Gary Briguglio, and his loyal companion, a toy Manchester Terrier, Snagg. Due to the Covi - 19 situation, the family will be having a private memorial service. The family would like to thank Dr. Thomas Albani for his guidance and support and all of the family and friends for their love and support.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Lane Family Funeral Homes, Canfield Chapel.
Robert Clarence Hall, 75
SALEM - Robert Clarence Hall, 75, died Sunday, September 13, 2020 at Salem Regional Medical Center.
He was born January 29, 1945 in Guilford Lake, son of the late Allen J. and LaVerne (Herter) Hall. Robert worked as a window washer for 38 years at Franklin Cleaning Service. His wife, Cathy (Hilliard) Hall preceded him in death June 5, 2013.
Survivors include two sons, Allen Hall and Robert Hall, both of Salem; daughter, Rebecca Grace Hall of Green Township; sister, Liz Hall of Texas; grandchildren, Kreana Schultz, Audrey Schultz, Sammie Schultz, Odette Schultz, Sebastian Hall and Nevada McCleery and six great-grandchildren.
A private family service will be held. Burial will be held at Woodsdale Cemetery in Hanoverton.
Arrangements are being handled by Stark Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Salem.