All Obituaries

WARREN — Donna Marie Brown, age 80, passed away into the loving arms of Jesus on Thursday, April 18, 2024, following a long battle with cancer. She was born on Oct. 1, 1943, in New York City, New York, the daughter of Willa (née Johnson) Stevens of Warren and the late George Brown. Donna obtained her master's degree in education from The Ohio State University and taught English and Spanish, retiring from Warren City Schools. She enjoyed reading, gardening – she had...

NEWARK, N.J. - Richard J. Hall, Jr. led a life filled with love, family, and community impact. Born on February 2, 1956, in Warren, Ohio, to Richard J. Hall, Sr. and Mary R. Hall, he grew up alongside his sisters Felecia and Gwen, and his brother Myron. His journey continued at Warren G. Harding High School, where his athletic prowess earned him a football scholarship to West Virginia University, graduating in 1975. In 1976 he met Joy Thompson through a summer program. In 1983 Joy received...

Cortland, Ohio On April 19, 2024, the world lost an incredible and beautiful soul. Ellen Patricia Powell Beany, aged 107 passed away peacefully in her sleep in Cortland, Ohio. On March 17, 1917, Ellen was born to Foster Joseph and Anna (nee Casey) Powell in Girard, Ohio. She was a graduate of Girard High School and a former cashier at Scott's Department Store for eight years. Throughout her long life, Ellen was a resident of Warren, as well as Deerfield Beach,...

WARREN – Robert C. Peterson, age 74, entered into eternal rest Sunday, April 21, 2024 at Community Skilled Healthcare Center. He was born September 13, 1949 in Warren, the son of Roger K. and Dorothy (Long) Peterson. Bob was a 1968 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School and retired from Thomas Steel Strip Corp. as a tow motor operator.  He and Mickey owned Pete’s Place – A Ceramic Studio for many years. Precious memories of Bob live on with his former wife, Mickey...

Howard W. Dorsey III, 35 of 4887 Anderson Anthony Road, Leavittsburg, Ohio departed this life April 9th, 2024. Howard was born April 20th, 1988 in Warren, Ohio.  He was a licensed CDL Truck driver Employed for Carl Brown Transport LLC. &  USA Trucking he also earned his GED.  He was a genius in Mathematics. Howard enjoyed, Gaming & streaming, gambling, fishing, playing spades, Watching series of TV Shows, and working out. He loved being with his...

WARREN – Barbara Ann Genis, age 76, went to join the other Angels Sunday, April 14, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Robert and Lorna (Van Ness) Genis August 17, 1947 in Meadville, PA. Barbara graduated from Randolph-East Mead High School in Guys Mills, PA. , where she was Head Majorette. She enjoyed spending time with her Brothers and Family, who liked to have parties and entertain. They owned the Genis Dairy Bar on route 77.  An energetic woman...

WARREN – Lisa R. Mazzochi, age 64, lifelong area resident, entered into eternal rest Friday, April 12, 2024 at her  home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born February 2, 1960 in Warren, the daughter of Michael and Alda (Aimola) Roberts. Lisa was a 1978 graduate of Warren G. Harding High School and a graduate of Kent State University.  She retired from the City of Warren as an Administrative Coordinator.  Endlessly devoted to her family, she was an...

NILES - Mr. Ulysses Grant Upshaw Sr. departed this life at home on March 30, 2024, with his wife Mittie Ann by his side. Mr. Upshaw was affectionately known as “Grant”. He was one of fifteen siblings.  He was born on April 16, 1938 in Charleston, Mississippi to the late Van Buren and Elnora (Foster) Upshaw. After leaving high school in Mississippi, he moved to Florida for work.  In the late 1950’s, he relocated to Utica New York, which was his home for many...

Cathy Paula Clauss, age 73 of Farmdale, Ohio, died on April 10, 2024. She was born on June 15, 1950 in Grove City, Pennsylvania, the daughter of the late Robert and Pearl (nee Burke) Mars. Cathy was a 1970 graduate of Champion High School and was a homemaker. Some of her hobbies included crocheting, playing computer games and flower gardening. Her greatest joy was taking care of her family. Survivors include her loving husband, Roger Clauss, whom she married on June 17, 2000; her children,...

WARREN – Lillian F. Blackwell-Carr, age 67, entered into eternal rest Friday, March 29, 2024 at Trumbull Memorial Hospital.  She was born April 16, 1956 in Andover, the daughter of Marion Edward and Mae Ollie (Boyd) Blackwell. A graduate of Warren Western Reserve High School, Lillian also earned an associate’s degree from Kent State University.  She worked as a pre-school teacher and attended the Church of the Living God.  She was a fashionable dresser and enjoyed...