Patsy M. Trell Jr. 1934-2024

He was born Oct. 10, 1934, in Youngstown, the son of Patsy M. Sr. and Mary Christy Trell, and was a lifelong area resident.

Pat was a 1952 graduate of East High School, where he was proud to be a “Golden Bear.” Following graduation, Pat served in the United States Army, where he earned the rank of specialist and was awarded the following decorations for his service to our country: the Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. Pat earned an honorable discharge on Oct. 31, 1961, and upon his return, attended Youngstown College, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in education.

Pat entered the workforce following his passion for education as a teacher with the Youngstown City School System for over 30 years until his retirement in 1989. During his teaching career, Pat earned his master’s degree in education from Kent State University. Even though Pat was retired he enjoyed staying busy and active, so he found employment as a salesman for Vath Audio Visuals and retired completely in 2002.

He was a proud member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica and the teachers union.

Pat will always be remembered for his devotion to his wife and family, along with the way he made them the center of his life. He enjoyed spending time with them and never missed any of their activities and events. He will also be remembered for his smile, kindness and generosity.

Pat leaves behind to hold onto his precious memories, the love of his life, his wife of over 66 years, the former Jeanette Stevens, whom he married June 29, 1957; his three children, Mark (Julianne) Trell of Raleigh, North Carolina; Michael (Angel) Trell of Boardman; and Lynn Trell of Las Vegas, Nevada; his cherished grandchildren, Alexis, Anya, Declan and Maddy; and his great-granddaughter, Ava; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Besides his parents, Pat was preceded in death by twin baby children, Alan and Allison; his beloved granddaughter, Erin Trell; his three brothers, William, Albert and Dr. Eugene Trell; and two sisters, Rosemary McKinstry and Eileen Trell.

Family and friends may pay their respects 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Boardman, and 9 to 9:50 a.m. Monday, April 8, 2024, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel, Youngstown, where a funeral Mass will follow at 10 a.m., with the Very Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Cariglio as celebrant.

Burial will take place in Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown.

Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Pat to the Erin Trell Memorial Scholarship Fund, 768 Greenfield Drive, Boardman, OH 44512.

Pat’s family would like to thank the entire staff at the Mercy Health ICU, Hospice House of the Valley and his entire healthcare team for all the care and compassion shown to Pat and to them throughout this difficult time.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to view this obituary and send condolences to Pat’s family.

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