Edward E. Onderko 1931-2020

Edward was born Sept. 8, 1931, in Youngstown, the son of Michael and Mildred (Myers) Onderko.

He retired from Youngstown Sheet and Tube in July 1986. He also worked as a turn foreman at Campbell Works, 10 years as a manager for Aqua Ohio, and five years as the head custodian at Boardman schools.

Ed was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church and served as first commander of the Boardman American Legion Post No. 565.

Edward faithfully and courageously served our country as a staff sergeant with the 11th Division of the Army Airborne Unit during the Korean Conflict.

He enjoyed fishing and gardening.

Edward will be remembered lovingly by his wife, the former Pauline R. Tavarozzi, whom he married Sept. 3, 1960; daughter, Dr. Pamela Ann (Less) Wells; son, Anthony Onderko; five grandchildren, Nicholas and Anthony Onderko, Lily, Aiden and Dillon Wells; and two sisters, Dorothy Onderko and Kathy Markovich.

Besides his parents, Ed was preceded in death by a sister, Gayle Onderko.

Friends may call 9 to 10 a.m. Monday, July 20, 2020, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Avenue in Boardman, followed by a 10 a.m. memorial service to be celebrated by Deacon Paul Lisko. Due to COVID-19, safety precautions will be taken. The six-foot rule will be honored, and we kindly ask that all guests whose health allows, please wear a mask. For the health and safety of everyone, we ask that visitors do not linger at the funeral home after seeing the Onderko Family, unless you are attending the service.

Contributions may be made in Edward’s name to Angels for Animals.

Family and friends who cannot pay their respects at this moment because of the current pandemic are encouraged to offer prayers for the family and support via phone call, text, or email, or at the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.

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