J.E. Washington Funeral Services, Inc. - Youngstown

Obituaries

8/22/1961 - 2/18/2026
Lasonya Alyce Dyson, affectionately known as "Sonnie," left this world on February 18, 2026, at Mercy Healthcare’s Youngstown main campus. She fought valiantly against numerous health challenges over the years, a…
5/3/1956 - 2/7/2026
Edward Butch Gowdy Jr. , affectionately known as Junior or E. B. , passed away on February 7, 2026, in Youngstown, Ohio. Born in Cuba, Alabama, on May 3, 1956, to the late Elizabeth and E. B. Gowdy Sr. , he was 69…
1/4/1950 - 2/7/2026
Willette Hosey, known to many as Honey, received her ultimate healing and peacefully transitioned from labor to reward on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Born on January 4, 1950, in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the…
10/15/1952 - 2/6/2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Lee Jarrett, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, and esteemed member of her community, peacefully passed away on February 6, 2026, at the age of 73. Mary…
12/12/1984 - 2/6/2026
It is with deep sorrow that we reflect on the life of Larry Dawson Jr. , who left us on February 6, 2026, at the age of 41. Born in Youngstown, Ohio, on December 12, 1984, Larry, affectionately known as "Man," was a…
12/20/1955 - 2/6/2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Valaria “Val” Cross, 70, on Friday, February 6, 2026, at her home, surrounded by loved ones. Valaria was born on December 20, 1955, in Youngstown, Ohio. Val…
1/21/1969 - 2/6/2026
Kelly Lamar Fortune, a beloved son, brother and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on the morning of Friday, February 6, 2026, following health complications. Kelly was born on January 21, 1969, on the south…
2/7/1947 - 2/5/2026
Eugene J. Spencer peacefully departed this life on February 5, 2026, at St. Elizebeth Medical Center in Youngstown Ohio surrounded by loving family just shy of his 81st birthday. Eugene, affectionately known as Jab,…
12/7/1956 - 2/3/2026
Jacquelyn C. Griffin, lovingly known to all as “Jackie” or “Nana,” has gracefully departed this life on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, in Canal Winchester, Ohio. Born on December 7, 1956, in Youngstown, Ohio, Jackie was…
3/2/1954 - 2/2/2026
Miazell Robbins, affectionately known as “Hustler,” passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family at the Main Campus of Mercy Healthcare Center in Youngstown, Ohio. He was born on…
6/18/1944 - 2/2/2026
It is with deep sadness and reverence that we announce the passing of Elder Alexander Eugene James Sr. , who transitioned to eternal rest on February 2, 2026, at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital in Boardman, Ohio.…
9/1/1940 - 1/27/2026
It is with both heavy hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of Benjamin Ware, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend. Ben departed this life peacefully on January 27, 2026, at his residence. He…
2/20/1955 - 1/27/2026
David E. Ogburn, a beloved son of Youngstown, Ohio, left this world on January 27, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on February 20,1955, although a very private person, David lived a life replete of laughter and love,…
6/8/2025 - 1/25/2026
In the heart of Youngstown, where the sun first smiled upon him, Da'Mari Tyrell Walker, affectionately called Mari Boy, graced the lives of many for a fleeting yet beautiful moment in time. Born June 8, 2025, in…
10/5/1961 - 1/21/2026
Roberta Ellen (Byler) Bridges, a cherished mother, devoted sister, and beloved friend, peacefully returned to her heavenly home on January 21, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was 64 years old. Roberta…
9/2/1954 - 1/16/2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jesse James Williams Sr. , age 71, who departed this life on January 16, 2026. Born on September 2, 1954, in Youngstown, Ohio, to the union of Lincoln Williams…
2/26/1956 - 1/15/2026
Angela Eaddy transitioned to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at Mercy Health in Youngstown. Born on February 26, 1956, in Youngstown, Ohio, Angela was the cherished daughter of Andrew Eaddy Sr. and…
2/26/1952 - 1/14/2026
Mercer PA. - George Owen McMillan Jr. , the beloved son of Eula G. Stanley McMillan & George O. McMillan Sr. was born on February 26, 1952, in Sharon, PA. George obtained his ultimate healing, departing this…
12/14/1987 - 1/13/2026
In loving memory of Nivia Andujar, a radiant soul born on December 14, 1987, in Youngstown, Ohio. She was the beloved daughter of Rose Torres and the late Edwin Andujar. Nivia's journey through this world brought…
4/18/1936 - 1/8/2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Pastor Carrie Lee Rupert Brown, who transitioned to her eternal home on January 8, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on April 18, 1936, in Tupelo, Mississippi,…
1/22/1933 - 12/29/2025
Helen M. Lenard, a cherished matriarch, was born on January 22, 1933, in Montgomery, West Virginia, to James Evans Sr. and Sherdena Pritchard Evans. She departed this life peacefully on December 29, 2025, surrounded…
7/16/1980 - 12/28/2025
Arilla L. Dixon was born on July 16, 1980, in Youngstown, Ohio, and peacefully entered eternity on December 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a beloved mother, sister, daughter, and friend. As a…
Passed 12/25/2025
Frank Bell Sr. departed this life on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, at Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. Born in Youngtown, OH on October 27, 1961, to the union of the late Theodore and Bessie Mae (Woodberry)…
11/10/1953 - 12/24/2025
Patricia Ann Pope Haywood of Canton, Ohio passed away on December 24, 2025, following a brief illness. A native of Canton, she was born on November 10, 1953. Patricia was revered as devoted mother, beloved…
3/13/1956 - 12/18/2025
Joann Elaine Wright, affectionately known as Jody by her siblings, left this world on December 18, 2025, encircled by the love of her children and grandchildren. Born March 13, 1956, in Massillon, Ohio, the birth…
8/5/1937 - 12/16/2025
In loving memory of Shirley Ann Stevens, born on August 5, 1937, to the union of Nellie (Woods) Matthews and Lebron Matthews Sr. in Youngstown, Ohio, who obtained her ultimate healing on December 16, 2025, surrounded…