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Elaine J. Starinchak 1936-2025

COLUMBUS — With profound sorrow and deep love, we announce the passing of a remarkable woman, a gifted writer, a devoted wife and mother, a passionate teacher and a tireless advocate, Elaine J. Starinchak, 89, of Columbus, who died Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, surrounded by the legacy of a life lived with unwavering love and purpose. Elaine graduated from Niles McKinley High School in 1954. An eloquent and thoughtful writer, she had a rare gift for language and connection. Words were not only her profession but also her way of loving the world. She believed deeply in people and cared ...

Lee A. Bickel 1932-2025

CHAMPION — Lee Alvin Bickel, 93, died Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025, at Windsor House. He was born June 15, 1932, in Warren, a son of Lee Sr. and Kathryn Kistler Bickel. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. He retired as a tool and die worker at Packard Electric and was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Survivors include his sisters, Caroll Forrest and Betty Polak. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille U. Bickel. There are no services at this time. Arrangements by Carl W. Hall Funeral Home.

Marianne Musolino 1935-2025

NILES — Marianne Musolino, 90, passed away Sunday morning, Dec. 21, 2025, at St. Joseph Warren Hospital, following a short illness. She was born Jan. 12, 1935, in Erbach im Odenwald, Germany, the daughter of Walther and Charlotte Ewald Grah. As a young woman, she studied to become a ...

Services

SAMUEL E. BARTHOLOMEW, 76, Lake Milton. SERVICES: noon Friday, Carl W. Hall Funeral Home. CALLING HOURS: 10 a.m. to noon Friday, funeral home. TIMOTHY L. BROADRICK, 61, Newton Falls. SERVICES: 11 a.m. Saturday, Carl W. Hall Funeral Home, Warren. CALLING HOURS: 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, funeral home. KENNETH E. HAWKINS, 73, Newton Falls. SERVICES: noon Saturday, Borowski Memorial Funeral Home, Newton Falls. ALONZO D. KIRKSEY SR., 48, Warren. SERVICES: 6 p.m. Monday, Staton-Borowski Funeral Home, Warren. CALLING HOURS: 4 to 6 p.m. Monday, funeral home. SALLY A. KUMIK, 78, Austintown. ...

Tribune Chronicle obituary policy

The Tribune Chronicle offers free obituaries and paid, special notices. A free obituary, offered in unique cases for deceased residents of Trumbull County, lists general information, including birth date, parents, employment, survivors and services. Free obituaries also may include a photo of the deceased or flags for military veterans. A paid, special notice is a more personal tribute and may include additional information about a loved one’s life. The newspaper maintains the right to edit all obituaries for content or style and to withhold publication of photos due to poor ...

Kenneth E. Hawkins 1952-2025

NEWTON FALLS — Kenneth Eugene Hawkins, 73, passed away at his home Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. He was born on Sept. 20, 1952, the son of Eugene and Doris Garland Hawkins. Kenneth graduated from Newton Falls High School in 1971. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. He loved rock ...