Darlene K. Martin 1961-2023

Darlene was born May 4, 1961, in Warren, a daughter of Kenneth and Jean Miller Sapp.

Darlene was a 1980 graduate of Champion High School and went on to attend TCTC for two years as a member of their first class for pet grooming.

Darlene was the founder and former owner of Champion Pet Lodge and Love Your Pet grooming salon. Over the years, she helped many clients who became loyal friends. Darlene was dedicated to her work and had a strong passion for animals. She was truly happy going to work.

Darlene’s kindness and laughter was known to many people and she seemed to know people wherever she went. She enjoyed tanning, swimming, boating and working in her perennial flower garden. Most of all, she loved her family and cherished the time she spent with those whom she loved. Darlene will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Darlene will always be remembered by her sons, Brandon (Andrea) Martin of Masury and Joshua (Lori) Martin of Bristolville; five grandchildren, Bahr, Baine, Kane, Raylon and Roy Martin; twin sister, Arlene Sapp; brothers, Kenny Sapp of Warren, Terry Sapp of Erie, Pa. and Todd (Sally) Sapp of Kinsman; sister-in-law, Lidija Baucon; caregiver and friend, Mary Smith; former in-laws, Roy and Shirley Martin; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Besides her parents, Darlene was preceded in death by two sisters, Diana Reedy and Janet Sapp; and a brother, Denny Sapp.

Family and friends may visit and pay tribute to Darlene from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2023, at Calvary Bible Church, 4747 Warren Road NE, Cortland, OH 44410.

A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Interment will be in Champion Township Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Darlene’s name to the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, 812 Youngstown Kingsville Road SE, Vienna, OH 44473, www.awlrescueme.com/donate.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guestbook and send condolences to Darlene’s family.

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