Barbara J. Congemi 1945-2023
STRUTHERS — Barbara Jean Congemi, 78, passed away peacefully with her family by her side Thursday, June 15, 2023. She was born March 16, 1945, in Youngstown, the daughter of Lloyd E. and Helen D. Manning Greenwalt.
Known throughout the years by various nicknames: “Mrs. C.,” “BB,” “Barbie Jean,” “Kitty Gram,” “Crazy Barb” and simply “Mom” to her children’s close friends, Barb was known and loved for her fun, spirited and generous nature. She was a big Elvis Presley fan and loved to crochet gifts for others. Barb will be sadly missed by all.
She leaves to treasure her memory two children, Vicki (Ken) Pavalko of Struthers and John (Sherry) Congemi Jr. of New Castle, Pa.; three beloved grandchildren, Jada Congemi and Jared Congemi, both of New Castle, and Marty Pavalko of Lowellville. She also leaves a brother, Tom Greenwalt of Mineral Ridge; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Barb was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd “Peanuts” and Helen Manning Greenwalt; grandson, Nathan Pavalko; three siblings, Patricia Peterson, Robert Greenwalt and James Greenwalt; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Greenwalt.
Her family would like to thank the staff of Hampton Woods for the exceptional care and love they gave to Barb and to Crossroads Hospice for their gentle support.
The family will receive relatives and friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, June 30, 2023, followed by a 6 p.m. memorial service, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave., Boardman.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Touched by Nathan Fund at Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley.
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.rossifuner
als.com.
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