All Obituaries

Catherine C. Sims, 82, of Warren, passed away peacefully Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born February 17, 1937 in Ravenna, the daughter of Edward and Helen (Milton) Proctor, and had lived in Northeast Ohio all her life. A homemaker, Catherine was a member of Monument of Faith C.O.G.I.C.  She enjoyed cooking for her family and spending time with them. Precious memories of Catherine live on with her nine children: Lamar of Florida,...

John Anthony “Lucky” Michelakis, 61, of Warren, entered eternal life on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 at 4:55 a.m. in his home under the comforting care of hospice. Affectionately known by Lucky by all of his family and friends, John was born Saturday, May 17, 1958 in Warren the son of the late John G. and Dorothy Spelich Michelakis and was a lifelong area resident. Lucky attended Warren G. Harding High School until the 10th grade and graduated in 1976 from Howland High School. He...

Michael J. Flask, 58, of Warren, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2019 at St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown.  He was born July 10, 1961 in Warren, the son of Joseph, Sr. and Alice (Karafa) Flask, and lived in the area all his life. A graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, Mike had worked as a warehouse supervisor.  He enjoyed the Browns, the Beatles, TV game shows, and watching “Days of Our Lives,” all while snacking on his Pepsi and chips.  At the end...

Mary Spala, 96, of Warren, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Concord Care Center in Hartford.  She was born September 4, 1922 in Warren, the daughter of Nicholas and Sophia (Vincle) Duchnak, and had lived in the area all her life. Mary attended the former Market Street School in Warren and retired from Packard Electric after 33 years as an auditor.  She enjoyed cooking, gardening, sewing, roller skating, and watching sports on television, especially golf. ...

Robert Yekich, 81, of Warren, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital.  He was born November 17, 1937 in Warren, the son of Peter and Velma (Rose) Yekich, and had lived in the area all his life. Bob attended the Lordstown Schools and worked 34 years for Copperweld before retiring in 1992.  He attended Life Church in Leavittsburg and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and fixing cars. Precious memories of Bob live on with his son, Keith Moore of...

Ronald J. Brightwell, 76, of Warren, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital.  He was born May 2, 1943 in Alliance, the son of William and Madeline (Young) Brightwell, and had lived in the area all his life. A 1962 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School, Ronald worked in construction and was always proud to show off the many buildings he had worked on. He attended Zion Apostolic Church in Akron and enjoyed cutting grass, cleaning cars, and...

Jeanine Rae Bishop, 44, of Warren, passed away at home Wednesday, August 14, 2019, having fought a long and courageous battle with health issues. She was born March 10, 1975 in Warren, to birth parents Raymond and Debbie (Davis) Bishop.  She was raised by her adoptive mother, Leah Albright. A graduate of Newton Falls High School, Jeanine worked in health care as an STNA.  She was always health-conscious and enjoyed riding her bike, walking, and working out at the gym. Precious...

Joseph Slogik, 83, of Braceville, entered peacefully into eternal life on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at 3:11 p.m. in University Hospitals of Cleveland following a battle with cancer. Joe was born Thursday, August 15, 1935 in Coal Center, Washington County, Pennsylvania the son of the late Dimitri “Mickey” and Mary Sawayda Slogik. He was a 1953 graduate of California High School in Pennsylvania and moved to Ohio after serving in the Army. A veteran of the United States Army, Joe...

Donald J. Doyle, Sr. 68, of North Lima, passed away peacefully Monday, August 12, 2019 at Caprice Health Care Center.  He was born June 9, 1951 in Coitsville, the son of Paul, Sr. and Treva (Murdock) Doyle, and had lived in Northeast Ohio and Western Pennsylvania all his life. A graduate of New Wilmington High School, Don worked in maintenance for General Electric for many years.  He enjoyed riding motorcycles and just plain having a good time. Fond memories of Don live on with...

Harold Farris, Jr., 77, of Warren, entered into eternal rest Monday, August 12, 2019 at St.  Joseph Health Center.  He was born June 10, 1942 in Pittsburgh, Pa., the son of Harold, Sr. and Mabel (Hardy) Farris, and lived in the area most of his life. Harold retired from Denman Tire after 37 years of employment.  He was a Christian by faith, and enjoyed shopping, cars, and electronics. He is sadly missed by his daughters, Nicole Stargell of Niles and Sharon Richburg of...