Grace M. Sloan 1931-2025

Grace will be remembered always for her positivity, kindness and generous spirit.

Born May 19, 1931, in Detroit, Michigan, she was the daughter of Frank and Grace Licavoli Cammarata. She moved to Warren in 1949 and later settled in the Youngstown area in 1962.

A proud homemaker and devoted matriarch, Grace cherished her role in her family’s life. She made her loved ones her highest priority and found joy in spending time with her children and grandchildren.

She was a faithful member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica.

Throughout her life, Grace enjoyed many passions. She loved cooking, tending to her flower beds and traveling, especially her trips with friends to Atlantic City. She treasured winter months spent in Florida, relaxing summer days on the houseboat at Shenango Reservoir and visits to Geneva-on-the-Lake. These special moments were often shared with her beloved companion, Louis A. Marinelli.

Grace leaves behind her children, Tina Rossi and Frank (De De) Rossi, both of California; her cherished grandchildren, Nicole Rossi and Frank Rossi Jr.; her sister, Lil Amato; her niece, Grace Amato; and many cousins. She also leaves her close and dear friends, Brandy Kennedy and Kathy Cora, whose loyal friendship and support meant the world to her.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved Louis A. Marinelli; her brother, Russell Cammarata; her brother-in-law, Manuel Amato; and her nephew, Angelo Amato.

Family and friends may pay their respects 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 16, 2025, at Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Boardman.

A funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel, Youngstown, with the Very Rev. Monsignor Michael J. Cariglio officiating. Everyone is kindly asked to meet directly at the church.

Grace’s family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to her caregivers, Debbie and Leanne, for the exceptional care and compassion they provided.

To view this obituary and send condolences, please visit www.rossisantuccifh.com.

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