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02-05-2025
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Agnes R. Zajac, Austintown, Ohio
AUSTINTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Agnes R. Zajac, 86, passed away peacefully, Monday, April 28, 2025, at Hospice House with her family by her side. Agnes was born October 23, 1938, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Stanley and Agnes A. Javorsky Kaminski and was a lifelong area resident. Find obituaries from your high school She was a proud graduate of Ursuline High School, class of 1956 and dedicated her life to raising and caring for her family. She later worked making eyeglasses for Optical One and held various other jobs throughout her life before she retired and even after. Mrs. Zajac was a member of St. Joseph Church in Austintown. She enjoyed bowling, reading, solving word jumbles and word search puzzles and playing games on her Kindle tablet. A devoted Buffalo Bills fan, she especially admired quarterback Jim Kelly. She also liked watching golf and was known for her cooking, especially her liver and onions and haluski. Most of all, Agnes cherished time spent with her family and many friends. Agnes is survived by her four children, Toni (Rick, Sr.) Nicholson of Warsaw, North Carolina, Mark A. (Daniele) Zajac of Fort Wayne, Indiana, JoAnn Zajac of Warren and Dennis M. Zajac, with whom she shared her home; nine grandchildren, Michael, Ricky, Jr., Celeste, Mark, Jr., Shannon, Dakota, Amanda, Rita and Kelley; 11 great-grandchildren and many extended family members and friends. Her husband of nearly 42 years, Paul E. Zajac, Sr., whom she married August 3, 1957, preceded her in death on July 17, 1999; she was also preceded in death by her son, Paul E. Zajac, Jr.; a granddaughter, Missy and two brothers, Robert and Victor Kaminski. Family and friends may gather to pay respects from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m., Saturday, May 3, 2025, at St. Blaise Parish, St. Joseph Church 4545 New Road, Austintown, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown, where Agnes will be laid to rest beside her husband. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kinnick Funeral Home in Youngstown. To send flowers to the family, please visit our floral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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05-02-2025
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Tristan Ray Kirchner, Youngstown, Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Tristan Ray Kirchner, 23, passed away unexpectedly, early Sunday morning, February 2, 2025. Tristan was born November 8, 2001, in Youngstown, a son of Raymond Kirchner and Carolyn Hornyak. Find obituaries from your high school He was a lifelong resident of the area, where he touched the lives of many with his kindness, humor, and zest for life. A proud graduate of Chaney High School, Class of 2020, Tristan found his calling in the culinary arts. For five years, he worked as a cook at Pour House in Poland, a role that allowed him to express his creativity and love for cooking. Tristan was a member of St. Joseph Church in Austintown and an active participant in the Knights of Columbus Ohio State Council 9804. He valued faith, family, and the beauty of the outdoors. An adventurer at heart, he spent countless hours fishing, kayaking, boating, jet skiing, and riding his four-wheeler – activities he most enjoyed with his family and close friends. He also had a deep passion for sports, whether watching or participating, and was an all-around sports enthusiast. A loyal Pittsburgh Steelers fan, Tristan never missed the chance to cheer on his favorite team. Among his friends, Tristan was affectionately known as 'Batman,' a nickname that reflected his protective, loyal nature and larger-than-life presence. He had a remarkable ability to connect with people, always ready to lend a helping hand or provide a listening ear. In his free time, he enjoyed listening to music, shooting pool, and playing video games. In his youth, Tristan participated in Cub Scouts, where he proudly won the Pinewood Derby. He was also a proud member of the Mahoning Conservation Club, where he deepened his appreciation for nature and community. Above all, he cherished moments spent with his family and friends, who will forever remember his warmth, loyalty, and infectious laughter. Tristan is survived by his mother, Carolyn Hornyak, with whom he made his home; his father and stepmother, Raymond and Clyda Kirchner of Austintown; his brother, Trenton Kirchner of Youngstown; his sister, Julia (Anthony) Kowalik of Loveland, Colorado; grandparents, Robert and Kathleen Kirchner of Austintown; aunts and uncles, Ricky (Paula) Hornyak, Christine Hornyak, Lisa (Ron) Kaschak, Robert Kirchner, Jr., (Stacy Best); two stepsisters, Bethany (Michael) Rudd and Abigail (Dom) Williams; stepgrandparents, Lamar and Martha Sparks; many cousins and extended family members and countless friends. Tristan is preceded in death by his grandparents, Edward 'Pa' and Irene 'Bubby' Hornyak; an uncle, Edward Hornyak, Jr.; an aunt, Cynthia Hornyak and her lifelong partner, Frank Santiago and two cousins, Ricky Hornyak, Jr. and Bergen Bryan. Family and friends may call from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, February 7, 2025, at Kinnick Funeral Home, 477 N. Meridian Road, Youngstown. Funeral services will begin at 9:15 a.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the funeral home and continue with a Mass of Christian burial which will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, 4545 New Road, Austintown, with the Very Rev. Gregory Fedor officiating. Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery in Coitsville. To send flowers to the family, please visit our floral store. . Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
