Brian N. Clark
Brian N. Clark, 39 of Austintown died Wednesday evening at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Youngstown. Brian was born March 16, 1981 in Youngstown, a son of Timothy D. and Victoria L. (Boerio) Clark and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1999 where he had played soccer. Brian was a delivery driver for FedEx for 2 ½ years. He had been an officer for Millcreek Junior Baseball, a coach for the Austintown Colts Youth Football and also enjoyed coaching his daughters in softball. Brian loved old cars and was in the process of re - building a 1951 chevy deluxe.
Besides his parents, Brian leaves his wife, the former Kathy Wade Caruso, whom he married April 18, 2018; four children, Nathan N, Clark, Natalie R. Clark, Aiden G. Clark, Audrey M.Clark; three step-children, Haley J. Caruso, Kenzie M. Caruso and Kristofer J. Caruso all of Austintown. Brian also leaves a brother, Daryl J. (Tiffany Bettura) Clark of Austintown; two sisters, Stacey M. Clark of Austintown and Megan L. (Tommy) Vekasy of Boardman and a host of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents. Friends may call on Sunday from 4:00 pm until 7:00 p.m at Lane Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel. The funeral service will be private. 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 the GoFundMe Account at www.gofundme.com/helping - an - injuredfedexworker
Elaine D. Cleeland, 75
Elaine D. Cleeland, 75 of Austintown died Thursday at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Youngstown. Elaine was born January 14, 1945 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Sidney Hartenstein and Martha Edna (Dawson) Klager and was a lifetime area resident. She graduated from Chaney High School in 1963 and attended Youngstown State University. Elaine worked as an Intake Specialist for the Neil Kennedy Recovery Center for 40 years, where she was retired. Elaine enjoyed watch home shopping and was an avid QVC shopper; but most importantly Elaine was a dedicated grandma and great-grandma and loved spending time time with her grandchildren. She leaves two sons, Jim (Francine) Cleeland of Lordstown, Michael Cleeland of Warren; two grandchildren, Brittney and MaKenzie; a great-grandson, Giovanni; and a great-granddaughter, Amelia. She also leaves her sister, Martha (Vince) Tesner of New Waterford.
Besides her parents, Elaine was preceded in death by a brother, John Klager. Friends may call on Friday from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Lane Family Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel. 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. Private services will be held.
Douglas A. Jones, Jr., 72
Douglas A. Jones, Jr., 72 of Austintown passed peacefully surrounded by family Friday morning at University Hospital, Cleveland. Doug was born September 16, 1947 in Baltimore, Maryland, a son of the late Douglas A. and Rita (Partezana) Jones, Sr. and came to this area as a child. He graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1966 and received his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Youngstown State University. Doug was an entrepreneur and had owned diversified businesses in the area including Austintown Auto Sales for the past 13 years. He had also opened the first video store in the Youngstown area, Video 2000, in the early 80's. Doug had a love for music and had taught music lessons for many years, having over 100 students. He also played lead guitar and singer for various bands, including The Insights and Freedom Sound. Doug will be remembered as a jokester and making people laugh.
He was a Christian, loved to spread the gospel and most importantly, spending time with family and friends.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, generous to all and will be dearly missed. He leaves his wife, the former Heidi Noble, whom he married May 27, 1985; his children, Mandy (Bryan) Hanson of Connecticut, Doug (Amy) Jones of California, Tahnee (Craig) Sabel of Youngstown, Brittani Jones of California and Ethan (Lauren Lauwers) of Austintown. Doug also leaves 10 grandchildren, Hayden, Ava, Naquan, Jax, Sienna, Dougie, Rylo, Ayden, Teigan, and Zayne.
Besides his parents, Doug was preceded in death by three sisters, infant Gloria Jean, Louise DiMargio and Elvira 'Babe' Tareshawty. Friends may call on Monday from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Lane Family Funeral Home, Austintown Chapel. 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. Private services will be held.
Lynn A. Dahler
Lynn A. Dahler, 54, of Austintown, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at her residence. Born February 1, 1966 in Youngstown, Ohio, Lynn was the daughter of William D. and Darlene K. (Beck) Smith. A lifelong resident, Lynn was a 1984 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School. She was self employed and a license massage therapist for more than 20 years. Lynn loved spending time shopping and traveling with her mother. Lynn leaves to cherish her memory, her husband W. Courtney Dahler, whom she married September 16, 2000; her mother Darlene; her sons Nicholas D. Bolash and Justin W. (Kacy) Bolash; her brother David Smith; and her grandchildren Jordan, Jace, Jacob and Kennsington. Lynn is preceded in death by her father.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at 11:00 AM at St. Joseph Church in Austintown.
The family will receive relatives and friends from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at the church. Lynn will be laid to rest at Green Haven Memorial Gardens.
Patricia M. Rondinelli
Patricia M. Rondinelli, 77, passed away on August 1, 2020 at Sunrise of Poland. Patricia was born on April 1, 1943 in Youngstown, Ohio the daughter of the late Anthony and Marie Orlando Perline. On August 21, 1965 Patricia was united in marriage to John Rondinelli who preceded her in death on March 14, 2010. Patricia was a graduate of East High School and was employed as a press operator for American Church producing church envelopes.
She was a member of St. Joseph's Parish in Austintown. Patricia will be remembered as a caring wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her grandsons. She enjoyed cooking, baking and shopping. Patricia was devoted to her canine companion Louie who was rescued by her son Frank.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and son Frank Rondinelli. Patricia leaves to mourn her passing her daughter Lisa (Mark) Colabella; her grandsons Dominic, Matthew and Anthony Colabella; her siblings Ralph (Jeana) Perline, her twin sister Roseann (Joe) Desiato, Anthony (Debbie) Perline and Gary Perline and her son's life partner Annette Constantino. Private services for the immediate family will be held with burial at Calvary Cemetery.
George William Fannin
George William Fannin, 60, of Austintown, passed away after a short illness, on Tuesday, July 28th, surrounded by his family, at St. Elizabeth's in Youngstown. Born February 28, 1960 in Akron, Ohio, George is the son of Michael and Barbara (Murdock) Fannin. George graduated from South East High in 1979. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army. George worked as a correctional officer for over 24 years for Trumbull County Correctional Institution. George loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and cutting the grass.
He loved sports and enjoyed participating in his 'fantasy leagues.' George leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Paula (Bosker) Fannin, whom he married October 16, 1999; his daughter Ashley Fannin; his siblings Shelly (Mark) Johns, Wendy (Frank) Yanni, Sandra Fannin, Michael Fannin and Robert Curtis; and his father-in-law Alfred Bosker. George is preceded in death by his parents. George's family wishes to express appreciation to all offering condolences but has elected to not have services at this time due to the current pandemic.
Zigmond J. 'Gus' Grivensky, Jr.
Austintown - A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11AM Thursday, July 16, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, with Fr. John Keehner officiant, for Zigmond J. 'Gus' Grivensky, Jr., age 95, who passed away Sunday morning at St. Elizabeth Hospital after a period of declining health. Gus was born February 28, 1925 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania to the late Zigmond and Clara Grivensky. On June 30, 1951 he married the former Helen Hook. He came to the Youngstown area in 1955, and shortly afterward built the house that he lived in for the next 60 years. Gus was a hard worker; he was a bricklayer for over 50 years.
He was a proud member of Bricklayers Local 8.
He was a faithful member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Gus loved sports, all kinds of sports and a variety of teams.
He was probably the only guy in the area that could cheer for the Browns and Steelers in the same game! He enjoyed true sportsmanship and loved a good clean game.
He was an avid Austintown Fitch Falcon supporter. Gus relished his retirement golfing hobby as a volunteer Ranger at Avalon Golf Course. Gus will be remembered as a selfless person, a loving and devoted family man that was always positive and emulated the 'Can Do' attitude of life; he would have been a great umpire, sports official, or coach.
Besides his parents, Gus is preceded in death by his brothers Stanley Grivensky, Edward Grivens, Bernard Grivensky, and Eugene Grivensky; his sisters Helen Grimes, Irene Gembinski, Elsie Birk, and Hilda Grivensky. He is survived by his wife of 69 years Helen Grivensky, his children Lori (Bob) Gavalier, Lisa (George) Carson, Jr., and John (Kim) Grivensky. Seven grandchildren, Ryan Gavalier, Oliver Carson, Gwendolyn Carson, Elliot Carson, Sullivan Carson, Finnegan Carson, and John (J.P.) Grivensky. Gus also leaves his sister Molly (Walt) Witten, and many, many, nieces, nephews, great - nieces, great - nephews, cousins, and friends. Friends may call Thursday morning from 9 - 11AM at the Church, social distancing will be requested and appreciated, please wear a mask. Entombment will be at Green Haven Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, please plan to share a memory with Gus' family at calling hours.
Tuesday July 14, 2020
Anna M. McCammon, 66
Funeral services will be 12:30 pm Wednesday at Lane Family Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel for Anna M. McCammon, 66 of Canfield who died Friday morning at St. Elizabeth Medical Center, Youngstown. Anna was born February 3, 1954 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Donald W. and Grace O'Hara McCammon and was a lifelong area resident, graduating from the Leonard Kirtz School. She will be sadly missed by her family and caregivers including her brother, Donald McCammon, Jr. of Niles; four sisters, Maureen Ramsey of Niles, Rita Reber of Tennessee, Laura Shingleton of Struthers, Kelly McCammon of Boardman and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call on Wednesday from 12:00 pm until 12:30 pm at Lane Funeral Home, followed by the service at 12:30 pm. Monday July 13, 2020
Brian Thomas Calhoun
Brian Thomas Calhoun, 60, of Austintown, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Youngstown, surrounded by his family. Born March 6, 1960 in Youngstown, Ohio, Brian is the son of the late James R. and Margaret (Turner) Calhoun Sr. Brian was a dedicated father and husband.
He was born and raised in Austintown, graduating from Fitch High School in 1978. He worked for 28 years as a sales manager for Ohio Materials Handling, which later became Burns Industrial Equipment. Brian carried on the legacy of his father, James Calhoun Sr., who founded the Little Falcons, by coaching for many years.
He was an avid Cleveland sports fan and a dedicated Notre Dame enthusiast. He also loved Classic Rock including the Beatles and Bruce Springsteen.
Besides his parents, Brian is preceded in death by his brother Michael Calhoun. Brian leaves to cherish his memory his wife, the former Mary Jo Leonard, whom he married July 13, 1991; his children Margaret M. Calhoun, Casey J. Calhoun, and Shannon R. Calhoun; his brothers James R. (Barb) Calhoun and Patrick W. (Patti) Calhoun and his in - laws Mary Ann and Joseph Leonard.
The family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, July 13th from 5:00 - 7:00pm at Lane Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 14th at 10:00am at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Austintown. Due to COVID - 19, safety precautions will be taken. We kindly ask that all guests please wear a mask and respect social distancing. Friday July 10, 2020
William 'Bill' T. Horvath Jr.
William 'Bill' T. Horvath Jr., 74, of Austintown, passed away on Thursday July 9, 2020, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Youngstown, surrounded by his family. Born August 28, 1945 in Pennsylvania, Bill was the son of the late William and Francis Horvath Sr. Bill graduated from Howland High School. Bill served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam. Prior to retirement in 2003, Bill was an Insurance Agent for Banker's Life and Casualty. Bill was a sports fan, he enjoyed casinos, shopping and especially 'flee marketing.' Bill leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Mary Lou (Vennetti) Horvath, whom he married March 12, 1974; his sister Jean (Frank) Feo and many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister Joan Kollskee and his nephew Michael Kollskee.
Private services were held and burial took place at Green Haven Memorial Gardens. Friday July 10, 2020