Robert L. Laing 1948-2024

Robert was born March 5, 1948, in Altoona, Pa., a son of the late Thomas and Aravella Chirdon Laing.

He graduated from Austintown Fitch High School in 1966. After high school, Robert served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

After his time in the service, Robert returned to the area and worked for Midwest Steel & Alloy in Youngstown for over 30 years. He started as a burner and later became a foreman before retiring in 2012.

He was a devoted father, grandfather and brother. Robert enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Robert is survived by his two children, Leslie A. (Carl) Meehan of McDonald and James A. (Kimberly) Laing of Youngstown; five grandchildren, Brandon Laing, Kara Meehan, Adam Laing, Kailey Meehan and Kiersten Laing; his sisters, Patricia Maloni of Mars, Pa., twin sisters, Mary Jean (JD) Cavrich of Hollidaysburg, Pa. and Mary Jane (Jerry) Milliron of Altoona, Pa.; and sister-in-law, Sandra Laing of Glendale, Arizona.

Besides his parents, Robert was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas Laing and Kenneth Laing; and a brother-in-law, Richard Maloni.

Family and friends may call 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home, 270 N. Main St., Poland. There will be a memorial service celebrating Robert’s life to follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home, with Pastor James Berkebile officiating. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery in Youngstown.

The family wishes to thank all the wonderful staff and caregivers at Hampton Woods, St. Elizabeth Boardman and Youngstown, Dr. Toolson and his office, and Buckeye Hospice for all the compassion they gave to our Dad!

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