Barbara A. Novosel McKenzie 1940-2024

She was born May 3, 1940, in Youngstown, a daughter of Nicholas E. and Zita M. Choppa Novosel.

Barb graduated from Ursuline High School and was a lifelong resident of Hubbard. She was employed at US Steel until its closing, then worked at RMI Titanium until retiring in 2002.

She leaves a daughter, Michelle (Tom Kirk) of Arcata, California; a son, Kenneth (Mars Lesko); three brothers, Nicholas (Jaine) Novosel of Lexington, Kentucky, Dr. Edward (Colleen) Novosel of Liberty and Thomas (Marianne Tarr) Novosel of Hubbard; a sister, Rosemary (Steve) Yaniglos of Boardman; and two grandchildren, Zeke and Samantha.

Barb was preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Debbie McKenzie.

She was a friend to all animals. After retirement, many years were dedicated to rescuing and fostering stray animals, along with her dear friend, Linda Becker. She found great joy in feeding wild birds and being in nature.

Private services will be held at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Hubbard in early April.

The family would like to extend our gratitude to her friends and staff at Elmwood Assisted Living, especially Babie.

Memorial donations may be made in her honor to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 425 Literary Road, Suite100, Cleveland, OH 44113; or the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, 812 Youngstown Kingsville Road SE, PO Box 66, Vienna, OH 44473.

Arrangements are being handled by the Kelley-Cummins Funeral Home. Please visit www.kcummins.com to view this obituary and send condolences to the family.

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