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Yahoo
14-05-2025
- General
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Martha M. James, Warren, Ohio
WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Martha M. James, a cherished matriarch and beacon of love, has been called home to the Lord on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on July 31, 1931, in Warren, Ohio, Martha's journey began as a bright light in this world, and she continued to shine her warmth upon us until her peaceful passing in Columbiana, Ohio. Find obituaries from your high school She graduated from Howland High School. Martha, known fondly by her given name, was the loving wife of Ronald A. James, Sr., (of whom she was married for 71 years) and the proud mother to her children. Though she endured the heart-wrenching loss of her son, Ronald A. James, Jr., she remained a steadfast pillar for her surviving sons, Leonard, Robin, Clifford and Troy and her daughter, Lisa Lee. She had 14 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. She was also a great-great-grandmother. Her life was a testament to the enduring strength of a woman's love and the unbreakable bonds of family. Martha chose the path of a homemaker, a role she filled with grace and dedication. Her home was a haven of comfort and joy and she poured her soul into nurturing her family, creating a legacy of warmth and hospitality that would resonate through generations. Martha's passions were simple yet profound. Her love for Gospel music was as deep as her faith and she found solace and joy in the harmonies that spoke to her spirit. She also enjoyed reading and travel. She was a virtuous woman and her children rise up and call her blessed, her husband loved her dearly. As we gather to honor the life of Martha M. James, let us remember the echoes of her laughter, the wisdom of her words and the unconditional love she bestowed upon her family. We bid farewell to Martha, not with sorrow but with the joy of knowing she has entered the Lord's embrace. Her journey on this earth may have ended but her story continues in the hearts of those who loved her. She has run the race, she has kept the faith and now she has received the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, has bestowed upon her on this day. Martha M. James leaves behind a legacy of love, a family strengthened by her presence and a world made brighter by her spirit. Though she will be deeply missed, we take solace in the knowledge that she rests in eternal peace, watching over us with the same tender care she showed every day of her blessed life. Let us carry Martha's memory forward with joy, knowing that one day, we shall all be reunited in the house of the Lord, where the melodies of Gospel music she so adored will forever play. Until then, we hold her in our hearts, a cherished memory, a guiding light and a beloved soul who graced us with her presence. Rest in peace, dear Martha. Your journey continues in the eternal love of our Creator. Amen. Arrangements handled by Borowski Funeral Services & Oak Meadow Cremation Services. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Martha, please visit our floral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- General
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Howland High School has its first-ever Military Signing Day
HOWLAND, Ohio (WKBN) — In Trumbull County, Howland High School is honoring seniors who have chosen to serve our country after graduation. 'It's very important to me to see that you guys are recognized,' said Joe Simko at Howland High School. A special event was held for students choosing a future of service to our country. 'I am a little psyched. You could say I'm a little ecstatic,' said Brock Denno who is enlisting in the army. There are seven Howland seniors enlisting in various branches of the U.S. Military. 'We probably have three or four more that will in the coming weeks,' said Student Services Specialist Sean Borawiec. Josh and Jesse George, Brock and Brody Denno, Tylor Clonch and Cadin Barbutes took part in the school's first Military Signing Day. 'We've talked about it for a couple of years. This year we decided to pull the trigger and move forward with it,' Borawiec said. Two sets of twins are among the group. Josh and Jesse George are following in their father's footsteps by joining the Air Force Reserves, while Brock and Brody Denno are heading to different branches of the military. 'It's definitely gonna be different… I mean he's not gonna be there to argue with but we'll still be in contact,' said Brody Denno. Brody is enlisting in the Navy for its Nuclear Propulsion Program. He received a $75,000 signing bonus. 'I was just expecting just to be the nuclear engineer. I wasn't expecting that huge bonus,' he said. Brody's twin brother Brock is joining the Army as a combat engineer. 'I just always wanted to serve. That's all I've always liked, the military. I always dreamed about joining so I thought now or never,' Brock Denno said. The school plans to take part in Military Signing Day again in the years to come. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Sport
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Howland duo eager to return to Swimming State
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Howland High School has two swimmers headed to the 2025 OHSAA Swimming & Diving State Tournament at C.T. Branin Natatorium in Canton. Both junior Pete Delida and sophomore Jules Dewberry will return to state after competing in last year's state swim meet. 'It's definitely a little nerve-wracking at first but it's my third year here, I'm kind of used to it,' Delida said. 'So I just got to go out there and perform, and just do my best.' This year, Delida will participate in the Boys 100-Yard Freestyle and 200-Yard Freestyle, while Dewberry will compete in the Girls 100-Yard Breaststroke. 'It's really an honor because all of us all season worked so hard to make it back and put out our best work,' Dewberry said. 'So to be able to compete again against some of the best people in the state is really awesome.' Delida and Dewberry also train with Penguin Swimming Club at YSU, where they train with Beaver Local swimmer Cole Long, who is also headed to Canton. 'It's special because we have each other's backs, we all practice in a lane together every single day, so now that we're all going to state together, it really is something that I value,' Dewberry said. 'It's just really cool to see all of our hard work pay off and it really helps the club, too, to see like that. We really do put in the work and it really does pay off.' Delida, who previously set school bests in the 200 Freestyle and 500 Freestyle, couldn't agree more. 'A lot of my lifelong friends have come from this club and it means a lot that…this club made me get here, this is the whole reason I'm here,' Delida said. 'I couldn't have done it without any of my coaches over the past few years. I mean, they're a huge stepping stone in my path to this. So I'm really excited.' The State Championship event will start on Tuesday with diving events and will run through Saturday, Feb. 22 at the C.T. Branin Natatorium in Canton. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
