Charlotte L. Zenko 1942-2024

Charlotte was born July 22, 1942, in Youngstown. She was a daughter of William J. and Josephine Noga Davies.

She was a 1960 graduate of Poland Seminary, and a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church. She worked at Superior Chemical in Youngstown for 11 years, until becoming a stay-at-home Mom raising her three children. Charlotte enjoyed various pastimes, such as bowling, “Cousins Night,” her high school card club and watching Judge Judy. She also loved her Cleveland Indians, rarely missing a game on TV. She was a very gifted artist, always drawing pictures for her grandchildren. Anyone who knew Charlotte, also knew her deep affection for sweets. She had been known to pull a doughnut from her purse in a time of need. She loved to spend time outdoors, especially taking walks around the neighborhood with her dogs, or sitting on her backyard swing. She took great pride in her outstanding cooking and baking abilities, particularly her famous cookies and kolachi.

She will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by her family; her husband, Ronald W. Zenko Sr., whom she married Oct. 11, 1969; her children, Tracy L. Zenko of Hubbard, Ronald W. (Heidi) Zenko Jr. of Canfield, and Kari Zenko of Hubbard; her grandchildren, Cameron Zenko, Ethan Husted, Mackenzie Zenko, and Nicholas Zenko, and her dog, Lexie. She also leaves her brother, Joseph Davies of Maryland; her brother-in-law, Andy Zenko of Hubbard; cousin, MaryAnn Trock of Georgia; and several nieces and nephews.

Beside her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Susan Zenko; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Alex and Becky Zenko; and brother-in-law, George Zenko.

Per Charlotte’s request, there will be no services.

Memorial contributions may be made to Animal Charity of Ohio, 4140 Market St. Boardman, Ohio 44512.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care of Stewart-Kyle Funeral Home.

Family and friends are invited to visit the funeral home’s website at www.stewart-kyle.com to share memories and condolences.

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