LeeAnn May Wallace 1955-2022

Elizabeth, known to many as LeeAnn, was born Sept. 9, 1955, in Youngstown, the daughter of James and Nena Nicodemo May.

On July 25, 2004, she was united in marriage to Randy Wallace, with whom she shared 18 years of marriage.

A 1973 graduate of Austintown Fitch High School, LeeAnn was previously employed by Panera Bread and for the last six years by Austintown Local Schools in cafeteria food service.

A member of St. Joseph Parish, LeeAnn enjoyed baking and flower gardening. She was happiest when spending time with her grandchildren and crocheting items that she lovingly gifted to others.

A devoted daughter, wife, mother and mama, she is survived by her husband, Randy; mother, Nena; children, Tracy (Brian) Heckman, Kimberly (Jason) Smaldino, Michael (Kristen) Hoops, Adam Hoops and Chelsea (Sam) Hoops; stepchildren, Randall (Cassandra) Wallace and Christopher (Shur) Wallace; grandchildren, Cassidy (Nick), Cami, Addison, Gianna, Lauren and soon-to-be granddaughter, Vallie Marie; brother, Michael (Judy) May; and her faithful canine companions, Lucy and Bella.

She was preceded in death by her father, James; brother, William May; and her beloved dog, Zoey.

Visitation will be held 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, at Lane Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel, 5797 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH 44515 and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Monday, Sept. 12, 2022, at St. Joseph Parish, 4545 New Road, Austintown, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, 812 Youngstown Kingsville Road SE, PO Box 66, Vienna, OH 44473.

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