Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home, 126 W Park Avenue, Niles, OH (2026)

12/08/2025

Cathy L McAleer

Cathy L. McAleer, 72, passed away at 8:31 p.m. on Sunday December 7, 2025 at the St. Joseph Health Center following a long illness.

She was born in Warren, Ohio on August 30, 1953 the daughter of Harlan and Ruby Mae (Allender) Johnson. She was a graduate of Mineral Ridge High School and was of the Christian faith. An angel amongst us, she loved family gatherings and the holidays, Christmas time was her favorite. Cathy enjoyed dinning out, bible study, watching soap operas and her favorite sports teams. An intellectual person, she knew the name of every flower in the garden.

Cathy is survived by her husband, Hugh L. McAleer whom she married on January 29, 1998; four children, Lori (Thomas) Villio of Howland, Rachelle (Richard) Lewis of Niles, Julie (Michael) Grubbs of Mineral Ridge, Paul Rohrbaugh III of Howland; twelve grandchildren and great grandchildren, Cassie, Rebekah, Darren, Ryan, Gavin, Sadie, Giullianna, Pierson, Gaige, Caselee, Robert, Enzo; siblings, Joyce Arcuri of Austintown, Debbie Kajtar of Austintown, Paul (Marsha) Johnson of Howland, Peter (Lorrie) Johnson of Howland.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Pamela L. Kunkle; brother, Rob Johnson; niece Jennifer Lovejoy; and brother-in-law Michael Arcuri.

The funeral will be at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home where family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Niles City Cemetery.

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12/08/2025

Virginia Mae Campbell

Virginia Mae Campbell, 90, passed away peacefully at 11:50 p.m. on Saturday December 6, 2025 at the Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge.

She was born in Niles, Ohio on October 8, 1935 the daughter of Clyde Latha and Ida Mae (Jennings) Cline.

Virginia attended the Choffin School, Penn State University and received a degree as a Registered Nurse. For over 25 years, she worked in the labor and delivery department at Trumbull Memorial Hospital, retiring in 1996. She was a member of the First Church of God in Mineral Ridge and enjoyed reading, working crossword puzzles and crocheting.

Virginia is survived by three daughters, Karen (Suzy) Evans of Weathersfield Twsp., Peggy Williams of Weathersfield Twsp., Cheryl Campbell of Niles; nine grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Sherman Campbell Sr. who passed away on September 26, 1999; two daughters, Diana Scaggs, Janet Pitts; two sons, Sherman Campbell Jr., Jimmy Lee Campbell; two sisters Frances Boggs, Shirley Tillery and four brothers Junior, Dave, Ursel and George Cline.

The funeral will be at noon on Friday December 12, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home where family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. Chaplain Isaiah Irby and the Nurse Honor Guard will officiate. Burial will be in Kerr Cemetery.

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11/30/2025

Ernest Charles Tripodi Jr.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ernest C. “Ernie” Tripodi Jr. Ernie passed peacefully on Tuesday evening, November 25, 2025 at St. Joseph Hospital following a brief illness. He was 82 years of age at the time of his passing.

Ernest was born in Niles, Ohio on February 13, 1943. He was the son of Ernest C. Tripodi Sr. and Edith (Caruso) Brandt. He had one sister: the late Judith Skiba. Ernie was a graduate of the Niles McKinley High School Class of 1962 and of the Catholic faith. Ernie was deeply adored by Carol A. (Ruddy) Tripodi, his wife of 63 years. They met in 1960 during a casual night of bowling and fell madly in love almost immediately. They married on September 8, 1962, and started raising a family in 1963, welcoming two daughters into their lives.

Ernie made a lifelong career as a meat cutter at many local grocery stores even after retirement from Delphi Packard Electric. He enjoyed many friendships throughout his career as a meat cutter and touched many lives over the years as a bingo caller for the Warren Boosters. He was lovingly referred to as “Mr. Bingo” by many of his friends. Ernie’s laughter was infectious, and he was one of the kindest souls. He reminded everyone of a big teddy bear, especially his loving wife. In his later years he enjoyed tending to his yard and one of his favorite pastimes was grocery shopping, daily. He was joyous and ornery and took great pleasure in scorching everyone at one time or another. His most cherished moments were those with his loving wife.

Ernest is survived by his wife Carol; daughter, Pattie Nypaver; and two grandchildren Jeremy and Gina Nypaver. He is also survived by three sisters-in-law, Patricia Hray, Jennifer (Paul) LaBenne and Charlotte Cancelli. He is proceeded in death by his daughter Nancee Tripodi; his parents, and his sister Judith Skiba.

At his request, a celebration of life will take place at a date to later be determined. Private burial was at Niles City Cemetery.

Arrangements by Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home 126 West Park avenue, Niles, Ohio 44446 330-652-4311.

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11/30/2025

Douglas E. Mullen

Douglas E. Mullen, 66, passed away on Tuesday November 25, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Warren, Ohio on June 15, 1959 the son of Thomas A. and Joan Mullen.

Doug attended the Rust City Church in Niles. He genuinely enjoyed being around others, often sharing jokes and bringing laughter to those around him. He loved his landscaping, painting, playing horseshoes and he was the kind of friend everyone could count on for a laugh or a helping hand. Most of all he cherished and loved his family and spending Sunday dinners with them.

Doug is survived by a daughter, Trisha M. Mullen and her husband Austin Engle of Warren; sister, Linda M. (Jim) Wagner of St. Paul, Minnesota; brother, Thomas L. Mullen of Warren and many friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Doris J. Mullen-Homa and Vickie J. Mullen Plyler.

Calling hours will be from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday December 6, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home. The memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. Rev. Jamey Winters of Grace Fellowship Church will officiate.

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11/30/2025

Charles Robert Gilmour

Charles Robert Gilmour, 86, passed away peacefully at 2:22 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at the St. Joseph Health Center. Chuck was born in Niles, Ohio on February 13, 1939 the son of Fred and Elizabeth (Davis) Gilmour and has lived in this area all his life.

Chuck was a 1957 Niles McKinley High School graduate and was a United States Army Veteran. He worked at Niles Outboard and taught small engine repair at the Gordon D. James Career Center in Lordstown for several years. He retired in 2005, after 20 years at Delphi - Packard Electric. He was a member of the Lordstown Christian Church and the Antique Tractor Club of Trumbull County. For many years he was active with Lordstown Boy Scout Troop 20. He loved history and was active in historical reeactments especially the Mounted Calvary Unit of the War of 1812. He loved to drag race in the 60's, scuba diving, fishing, sailing, boating, blacksmith work, traveling, an avid reader and tending to his horses.

Chuck is survived by his wife Susan (Cottrill) Gilmour whom he married December 16, 1967; son, Michael (Tori) Gilmour of Lancaster, Ohio; daughter Kay (Raymond) O'Neill of Liberty; four grandchildren; Whitney (Brent) Carney, Mackenzie Gilmour, Liam O'Neill, Laura O'Neill; three great-grandchildren, Maverick, Kollins and Parker; and sister, Mary Baker of Niles. Chuck was preceded in death by four brothers; Benjamin, William, Ronald, and Jack Gilmour.

A family gathering will be held in the future.

Arrangements are by the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home, 126 West Park Avenue, Niles, Ohio 44446 330-652-4311.

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11/19/2025

Jeanne Pullin

Wanda Jeanne Pullin, 97, formerly of Liberty Township passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning November 18, 2025 at the O'Brien Memorial Health Care Center in Masury. Jeanne was born in Keokuk, Iowa on September 21, 1928 the only child of Wesley and Ruth (Young) McCormick.

Her father moved the family to Girard to find work in the steel mills during the depression. As a child Jeanne and her friends would ride their bikes down Shannon Road all the way from Girard to Warren. A graduate of Girard High School, she worked for GE Electric after attending Youngstown Business School. In her late thiries, she worked at Sears in the Eastwood Mall and became the manager of the catalog department for several years. Jeanne was a member of the Pleasant Valley Church. He hobbies were growing flowers and vegetables as well as baking. Her fudge was called Jeanne's fudge by all the neighbors.

She was a great mother and will be missed by all of her children, relatives, friends and neighbors.

She is survived by her children, Diane Pullin of Jacksonville, Florida, Chip (Kim) Pullin of Liberty Township, Deva Pullin of Saint Croix, Virgin Islands; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Howard J. Pullin Jr. whom she married on April 30, 1951 and who passed away on September 13, 2016 and two daughters, Denise Cohol and Loraine Lynn.

A funeral will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday November 21, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home in Niles where family and friends may call one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Girard City Cemetery.

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11/18/2025

Linda Mae Tripodi

Linda Mae Tripodi, 72, passed away peacefully at 7:38 p.m. on Monday, November 17, 2025 at the St. Joseph Health Center following a short illness. Linda was born in Youngstown, Ohio on October 17, 1953 the daughter of William Edward and Katherine (Pluchinsky) Confoey.

Linda was a 1972 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and a member of St. Pope John XXIII Parish, Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. She enjoyed making ceramics as a hobby and was a waitress at several area restaurants for many years. Linda was also a clerk at the former Carlisle Department Store in Niles.

Linda is survived by her husband Kenneth Tripodi whom she married on October 12, 1979; daughter Katie and Tom Hank of Howland; sister Nancy Vaughn of Sterling, Virginia; niece Heather and James Gallas; nephew, Douglas Vaughn II and great-nephews Troy and Nicholas Fracyon.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 in Saint Stephen Church with the Rev. Leo Wehrlin officiating. Burial will be in the Niles City Cemetery.

Arrangements by Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home 126 West Park Avenue, Niles, Ohio 44446 330-652-4311

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11/18/2025

Elisha R. Galik

Elisha R. Galik, 43, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at 6:52 p.m. on Saturday, November 15, 2025 at the Cleveland Clinic following complications of a heart ailment.

Elisha was born in Youngstown, Ohio on April 23, 1982 the daughter of Michael J. and Darcy M. (Hinton) Drotleff and has lived in this area most of her life. Elisha was a 2000 graduate of Howland High School and a member of the Grace Fellowship Church in Niles. She enjoyed going to the beach, playing games, shopping and learning about various things. She especially cherished the time with her young daughter Eva.

Elisha is survived by her parents Michael and Darcy Drotleff of Canfield; daughter, Eva Sofia Galik of Amherst; brother, Jeremiah R. and sister-in-law Megan Drotleff of Austintown and many extended family members.

Calling hours will be from 10 to noon on Saturday November 22, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home. The funeral will follow at noon at the funeral home. Pastor Jamey Winters will officiate. Burial will be at the Greenhaven Cemetery.

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11/05/2025

Rudolph Joseph Lodwick

Rudolph Joseph Lodwick, 79, unexpectedly passed away on Monday afternoon November 3, 2025 at Sharon Regional Medical Center. Rudy was born in Youngstown, Ohio on September 1, 1946 the son of Russell and Helen (Ambrozy) Lodwick and lived in McKinley Heights most of his life.

He honorably served in the United States Army and upon his discharge he worked for over 30 years with the U.S. Postal Service as a letter carrier and in the maintenance department. He worked at the downtown Warren main office and at the Warren annex until he retired in 2001. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the William Farr Lodge 672 of Girard and the Niles York Rite. He was an avid collector of many things and sold those things at the 76 Flea Market, a hobby he truly enjoyed. He also loved to line dance.

Most of all, he cherished the time spent with his grandchildren and attending all of his granddaughter Ava's basketball games and also attending Ally and Sebastien's high school events. He never hesitated to pause what he was doing to help others. He would make time for anyone.

Rudy was much loved by his family and is survived by his caring wife of 55 years Nila R. (Bissett) Lodwick whom he married on October 3, 1970; son, Douglas R. Lodwick of Cortland; daughter, Melissa (Aron) Gorkie of Girard; three grandchildren whom he adored, Ally Gorkie, Ava Gorkie, Sebastien Lodwick and his granddog, Beefy.

Honoring his wishes, there are no services.

The family sends a special thank you to Brookfield Police Department and the doctors, nurses and staff at Sharon Regional Medical Center for their kind and compassionate care during this difficult time.

Arrangements by Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home 126 West Park Avenue, Niles, Ohio 44446. 330-652-4311.

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11/03/2025

Pauline C. Logar

Pauline C. Logar, 95, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, Nov. 2, 2025, at her home in McDonald. She was born Aug. 20, 1930, in McDonald, the daughter of Paul and Katherine (Bilandzija) Cveljo.

Pauline was a lifelong resident of McDonald and a 1948 graduate of McDonald High School. It was after high school that she met Andrew "Andy" Logar of Niles. They married on July 7, 1951, and together raised four children — daughters Deborah "Debbie" and Katherine "Kitty" and sons Richard and Dennis.

Pauline and Andy’s home on Pennsylvania Avenue was always full and never quiet. It was the gathering place for pig roasts, late-night card games, Sunday dinners, Christmas Eve caroling, and polkas. Lots of polkas!

An avid cook and baker, Pauline delighted her family — especially her grandchildren — with her clothespin cookies, Spahovka, (pork crackling bread), chicken and dumplings, potica, and sauerkraut soup. She believed in the connection found in family traditions and the importance of cherishing them.

Pauline also enjoyed crocheting, polka dancing, bowling, as well as playing cards with her “Secret Eights” card club. Above all, she cherished time spent with her family and babysitting her grandchildren.

She was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, the Altar and Rosary Society, and the SNPJ Lodge. Pauline retired as a seamstress from Reminiscence Bridal in downtown Niles and had previously worked as branch manager for McKinley Bank, dairy department manager for Kroger Grocery Store, proofreader for the Niles Daily Times, and at Bett’s Dairy in McKinley Heights.

The last five years of her life she lived with and was cared for by her daughter Debbie and husband Thom Kunkel, only moving from one end of Pennsylvania Avenue to the other. She brought with her all of the family visits, her birthday pig/lamb roasts, her love of "Everybody Loves Raymond", and her sweet and lovable self-deprecating humor.

Pauline is survived by two sons, Richard (Karen) Logar of Canfield, Dennis (Nadia) Logar of McDonald; two daughters, Debbie (Thom) Kunkel of McDonald, Kitty (Greg) Robison of McDonald; eleven grandchildren, Tracie (Chris) Schmidt of Canfield, Rebecca (Michael) Mackin of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Sarah (Todd) Holbrook of Columbus, Paul Logar of Phoenix, Arizona, Tim (Laura) Kunkel of McDonald, Joe (Karrie) Kunkel of Columbus, Andy (Allie) Kunkel of Boardman, Jeff (Blaine) Kunkel of Howland, Patrick (Lauren) Kunkel of Cincinnati, Andrea (Mike) Zupcsan of Canfield, Michael (Angie) Robison of Hudson; and 17 great grandchildren with another on the way.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew S. Logar, who passed away Jan. 11, 1989; and by her sisters, Rose Wishak, Margaret Toth, and Anne Tepsick.

Calling hours will be from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home in Niles. A prayer service will follow at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home, with an 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in McDonald. Burial will follow in Kerr Cemetery.

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11/01/2025

Kenneth Lukehart

Kenneth Lukehart, 89, formerly of Kinsman passed away at 5:50 a.m. on Friday October 31, 2025 at the Humility House in Austintown.

He was born in Shady Plain, Pennsylvania on March 19, 1936 the son of Reese and Hazel (Christy) Lukehart. Kenneth worked for over 25 years at Valley Fabricating in Niles and later for 20 years as a delivery driver for Dean Dairy in Sharpsville, Pennsylvania. He was a life member of the NRA and loved the outdoors, spending time fishing and going on deer hunting trips in Pennsylvania and southern Ohio. He enjoyed his guns, collecting coins, spending time with his wife at the casinos, thrift stores and listening to records. Kenneth was also an avid jogger, running in the first Youngstown Peace Race in 1977 and in his retirement years going to the Niles Wellness Center.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Donna I. (Hansen) Lukehart whom he married on July 28, 1956; son, Kenneth "Butch" and Linda Lukehart of Mineral Ridge; two daughters, Karen Y. Barbe and Jody B. Fox of Mineral Ridge, Kimberly Krancevich of Italy; seven grandchildren, Michael (Nancy) McCormick, Molly (Steve) Cravalho, Amanda (Rob) Shehadi, Erin (Cory) Dement, Kimberly Carr, Hilary (Matt) Vece, Felicity (Richard) Wilson; ten great grandchildren and expecting a great great granddaughter.

He is also survived by two sisters, Doll Kodell of Saltsburg, Pennsylvania and Regina Learn of Girdy, Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Clair Lukehart, Merle Lukehart, Sis Reigh, Donald Lukehart and Werth Lukehart.

Calling hours will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday November 4, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home. The funeral will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Rev. Christopher Stark will officiate. Burial will be in Westview Cemetery in Vernon Township.

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10/22/2025

Ginette Francoise Sefert

Ginette Francoise Sefert, 79, passed away at 12:40 p.m. on Tuesday October 21, 2025 at the St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. She was born in Watreloo, France on February 21, 1946 the daughter of James Gilbert and Florette Suzette (Demula) Ingles.

She was a 1965 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and was a laboratory technician at RMI Titanium for 17 years retiring in 2006. Ginette cherished family gatherings and enjoyed reading romance novels, watching movies, crocheting and cooking.

Ginette is survived by a son, James E. Kennedy of Howland; two grandchildren, Tabitha (Raymond) Filipcich of Warren, Timothy James (Andrea) Kennedy of Murietta, California; great granddaughter, Arya Gray Kennedy and expecting twins great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Germaine Dennison of Niles and two brothers, Mitch Ingles of Niles, Martin (Pam) Ingles of Florida.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday October 26, 2025 at the Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home in Niles. A Private Funeral will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday October 27, 2025 at the funeral home. Rev. Doug Brown will officiate. Burial will be in Niles City Cemetery.

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