Reynald J. Multari Sr. 1929-2025

He was born March 14, 1929, in Youngstown, the son of the late Alfred and Erminia Ferrara.

Reynald started his career in Detroit with Hughes and Hatcher. It was in Detroit that he met his wife Irene. They later moved to Pittsburgh, where he worked for Bond Clothing. They moved back to Youngstown in 1951, where he worked for Hartzell’s Rose & Sons until 1966, when he and his wife purchased The Kolesar Display Company and proceeded to turn the business into a nationally recognized name in the display industry.

Reynald was a Navy veteran. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, where he worked diligently with the late Brother Pascal from St. Paul’s Monastery to fundraise for the Right to Life billboard that is displayed on I-680.

In retirement, Reynald and his wife traveled America and enjoyed sightseeing, museums and rodeos. Older, but still young at heart, they went whitewater rafting and once rode an elephant.

He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend.

He will be sadly missed by his sons, Reynald Jr. (Phyllis), James (Deborah) and Brian (Phyllis); and a daughter, Mona (Wesley Jones). He also leaves to cherish his memory, 12 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Erminia; his wife, Irene; his son, Wayne; and his daughter-in-law, Ginger Multari.

The family will receive friends from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Monday, Sept. 29, 2025, at St. Christine Church in Youngstown, followed by an 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial, with the Rev. John Jerek officiating.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave., Boardman. Family and friends are encouraged to offer prayer for the family and support via phone call, text, email, or visit the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.

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