Maria Class 1955-2022

Maria was born to Francisco and Esther Class, Jan. 25, 1955, in Ciales, Puerto Rico. Maria was a longtime resident of Youngstown, where she graduated from East High School in 1974.

Maria worked for Mercy Health for more than 20 years before retiring in April. Maria also was a housekeeping supervisor for Scioto Services for 10 years.

Maria was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.

Maria was a beautiful dancer and was very passionate about dancing. She had a dance group, Occha Latin Dancers, for several years. Maria was an active member of the community. She was involved with the Sons of Borinquen and a member of the SWOAR bike club.

No one ever went hungry around Maria. She enjoyed cooking for everyone.

She will be fondly remembered for her lively spirit, caring actions and enduring love. Her presence was powerful — to know Maria was to love her.

Maria is survived by her longtime companion, Calvin Thomas; children, Francisco (Amanda) Caminero, Yocasta Caminero and Dominique Thomas; siblings, Angel (Mary Jane) Class, Annie Class and RuthAnn Reyes; grandchildren, Francisco Jr., Jimmy, Alexxis, Jayden, CJ, Mason, Alexander, Annalise, Deliyah and Liberty; and several nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends and relatives from 5 to 7 p.m Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave. in Boardman. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at the funeral home.

Family and friends are encouraged to offer prayers for the family and support via phone call, text, email or may visit the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.

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