Renee’ Salerno 1935-2021

She was born June 9, 1935, in Niles, to William and Minta Mullen, the youngest of eight children. Renee’ was married to her childhood sweetheart, Albert Salerno, for 64 loving years, and they were rarely apart.

Renee’ was a loving mother to her four children, Marianne Panayides (Marios), Frank Salerno (Holly), Carrie Leugers and Kelly Dean (David). Her children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends will dearly miss her and her sense of humor, sharp wit and jewelry making.

Renee’ was a 1954 graduate of Niles McKinley High School. Upon graduation, Renee’ worked as an inspector at the GE plant in Warren; later, she worked as an office manager for Jim Johnson Realty in Springfield. Renee’ was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Niles before moving to Springfield.

In 1997, Renee’ and Albert moved to Niceville, Fla., where she was a member of Christ Our Redeemer Parish. In 2019, they moved to Tampa, Fla.

Throughout her life, Renee’ enjoyed cooking and entertaining for her many friends and family members. Her most cherished times were spent loving her nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

A formal service for family will be held at a later date.

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