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Daniel J. Pascute 1980-2026

WARREN — Daniel J. Pascute, 46, died Friday, Aug. 7, 2026, at St. Joseph Warren Hospital. He was born June 11, 1980, in Warren, a son of David L. Pascute and Linda Devlin Pascute. He was employed as a welder, working in the construction industry. Survivors include his mother of ...

Services

WALLACE P. BAKER, 94, Warren. SERVICES: 1 p.m. Friday, Bristolville Freewill Baptist Church. CALLING HOURS: Noon to 1 p.m. Friday, church. ANDREW CRISTO, 93, Warren. SERVICES: 11 a.m. Wednesday, St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church, Warren. CALLING HOURS: 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, church. DENNIS DALE DABNEY II, 54, Newton Falls. SERVICES: 4 p.m. Sunday, James Funeral Home, Newton Falls. CALLING HOURS: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, funeral home. ALICE FUNGI, 93, Girard. SERVICES: 11 a.m. Friday, St. Rose Catholic Church, Girard. CALLING HOURS: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Blackstone Funeral Home, ...

Actor, 2-term US House member Ben Jones dies

“The Dukes of Hazzard” star Ben Jones has died at 84. He played the mechanic known as Cooter in the TV series. Jones’ wife says on social media he suffered a heart attack Sunday at their home in Washington, Virginia. Jones gained fame as Cooter Davenport, the mechanic who helped the Duke boys in their adventures in fictional Hazzard County, Georgia. After the show, he pursued a political career, serving two terms in the U.S. House. Jones embraced his role as Cooter, opening country stores featuring show memorabilia. Jones credited the series with transforming his life and ...

Dennis Dale Dabney II 1971-2026

NEWTON FALLS — Dennis Dale Dabney II, 54, passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026, at his residence. He was born on Nov. 12, 1971, in Warren, a son of Dennis Dale Dabney Sr. and Sheryl Ann Summerville Dabney. He was preceded in death by his father in 2021. Dennis joined the U.S. Navy right ...

Kimberly A. Spitak 1959-2026

NILES — Kimberly A. Spitak, 66, of Niles, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, July 31, 2026. Born on Sept. 19, 1959, in Youngstown, Kim was the daughter of Edward and Gloria Mansky Harver. Kim graduated from Boardman High School in 1977 and dedicated 46 years of her career to Giant Eagle and Market District, most recently working as the business development manager for the Market District Deli. She took great pride in her work and was known for mentoring others with kindness, patience and encouragement. She was deeply respected and dearly loved by her co-workers. Kim ...

Joan J. Stoshak 1938-2026

WARREN — Joan J. Stoshak, 88, of Warren, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026. “If you’re reading this, it means I’ve finally moved on, and no, I’m not gonna argue about it. “So the details... I was born on July 13, 1938, in Sugar Notch, Pa. I was part of the “Silent ...