Bernice Getz 1936-2025

Bernice was born Oct. 16, 1936, in Crawford, Pa., the daughter of Edna Gordon and Claud Kessler.

She met the love of her life, Sam, in Youngstown, and married on Nov. 13, 1954. They were active members of The Salvation Army for many years. They built their first home by hand together in Liberty Township, where they raised their two children.

She was a devoted wife and loving mother. She enjoyed cooking, baking, shopping and traveling. She was known to hunt down and bargain for the best deals. She did not pass up too many garage sales and hosted the best of them. She kept her home immaculate and your stomach full.

Bernice was a devoted Christian who attended Bethel Assembly of God in Austintown. She loved her church family and loved to attend with her great-granddaughter. She was a member of the Cross Trailers Square and Round dancing for several years. She would make her own costumes with the help of her sister. Bernice and Sam were amazing dancers and loved to be a part of the community.

Bernice leaves behind her last remaining sibling, Ruth Sawyer of Spokane, Washington; two children; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

The family will receive relatives and friends 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave., Boardman.

A funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, at the funeral home.

Family and friends are encouraged to offer prayers for the family by visiting the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.

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