All Obituaries

Pearlene "Pearl" West- Mrs. Pearlene “Pearl” West was born Sept. 26, 1950 the daughter of Irene Rue. Mrs. West transitioned from this life to her heavenly home on Friday, May 22, 2020 at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown after a 25 year battle with Cancer. She was a 1968 graduate of South High School. She loved to bake for family and friends, and was a avid Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Cavaliers fan. She leaves to cherish her memories...

Jasmine C. Smith-Jasmine C. Smith 25, of Youngstown, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, May 24, 2020. Jasmine was born June 30, 1994 in Youngstown, Ohio,  a daughter to Rodney and Bonnie Overby Smith. She earned an associates degree in liberal arts from Youngstown State University and the day after she earned her high school degree from Youngstown Early College. Jasmine means a “Gift from God”, she was truly a gift to her family and friends.  She always...

Faith "Faye" I. Casey-Faith Ina Casey, lovingly known as ‘Faye’ among family and friends, departed this life on May 25, 2020, after a short illness. Born in Chicago, IL, on August 11, 1939, she moved to Youngstown, OH at seven years old. She was a devoted mother to Pamela Casey-Lewis (Harvey), Venus Casey (Gary), Teri Montgomery (Michael), Christoffer Casey, and grandmother to Lesley Fay and Ashley Joi Montgomery. After a career in cosmetology, Faith began a second...

Jane E. Russ-Jane Ellen Russ departed life May 13th, 2020 at her home. Jane was born June 14th, 1933 in Roselle Park, New Jersey to Emma and Melvin L. Brown. In her youth Jane enjoyed playing softball, working, and accounting. She went on to become a homemaker and assisted in running the business she and her husband operated for over 50 years.  She was well known in the Youngstown City School System for being an active participant in the PTA while both her daughter and...

Eric L. "E" Lynn Sr-Mr. Eric J. Lynn Sr., 58,of Youngstown, entered eternal peace on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at his home. Mr. Lynn affectionately known as "E" was born Jul 27, 1961 in Youngstown a son of John and Mary Roberts Lynn. He was a 1979 South High graduate. He attended Youngstown State University and earned a certificate from Stafford Career Institute i Mr. Lynn affectionately known as "E" was born Jul 27, 1961 in Youngstown a son of John and Mary...

Mary L. Rhodes Wilson-Mary Lois Rhodes Wilson entered eternal life peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2020 at Liberty Health Care Center of natural causes.   The matriarch of her family, Mary was born on January 28, 1930 in Union Point, Georgia, the daughter of Paul Rhodes Sr. and Lucinda Shavers Rhodes. She attended elementary school in Girard and Hayes Jr. High in Youngstown and graduated in 1949 from The Rayen School. She resided on the Northside of Youngstown most of her life with...

Fred K. Baldwin-Fred K. Baldwin peacefully passed away on Monday, May 18th, 2020, at Mercy Health-St. Elizabeth Boardman hospital.    Fred was born April 14th, 1927 in Detroit, MI, a son of Willie and Mae Bell Pratt Baldwin. Fred spent his adolescent years in Roanoke, VA and attended Carver high school. After graduation he served in the U.S Navy, where he took great pride serving his country during World War II. After his time in the service, Fred came to Youngstown, Ohio...

Franklin D. Fleming Jr.-Fleming, Jr., Franklin D. of Youngstown, Ohio, departed this life peacefully at his home on May 14, 2020. Franklin affectionately known as “Frank” born on December 16, 1959, to Rev. Dr. Sarah Martin Fleming and the late Franklin Fleming Sr. He attended Warren G. Harding High School. His love for trucks landed him a position as a Diesel Mechanic. He also worked at Park Vista Nursing Home, and Youngstown Steel Door Manufacturing. Along with his love for...

Shylinda McBride-Myles-Mrs. Shylinda McBride-Myles 31, of Youngstown, departed this life on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at her home. She was born March 11, 1989 in Youngstown, a daughter of William and Linda McBride Vaughn.  She married Ollie Myles on May 1, 2016. She enjoyed cooking, spending time with family, going to the casino and helping others. She was member of MT. Sinai Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories, her husband; mother; her son, Germany Myles; two special...

Laura L. Williams-On the morning of May 10, 2020, Laura L. Williams of Youngstown, passed away at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Health Center at the age of 61. Laura was born July 9, 1958 in Detroit, Michigan to the union of Ralph and Elaine Williams. She was the youngest of three children. She moved to Youngstown at a very young age graduating from the Rayen High School, class of 1976. Laura loved to love people. She had an infectious laugh and a kind and compassionate spirit. Laura ...