Joan A. Amreihn 1932-2025

Though she never wanted fuss or fanfare, her warmth and generosity left an indelible mark on everyone who knew her.

Joan graduated from South High School in 1950. She was formerly employed at Youngstown Sheet and Tube as a stenographer and at Deramo’s Florist.

She was an avid bowler well into her late 80s, enjoying the camaraderie of the lanes and the thrill of the game. Friends and family also knew her for her incredible baking skills, especially anything involving chocolate, her lifelong favorite.

She is remembered for her gentle humor, her resilience and the countless ways she made life sweeter for those around her.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Edward H. “Bud” Amreihn; her parents, William and Nellie Measmer; her sister, Laurabelle Buckham; and her brothers, William and Richard Measmer.

She is survived by her children, Laureen (Rick) Barnhart, Cheryl (Ed) Metzel, Brian (Audra) Amreihn and Marla (Steve) Fife; grandchildren, Sydney (Jason) Williams, Justin (Alyssa) Metzel, Lauren Fife and Carson Fife; great-grandchild, Chase Williams; brother, Jim Measmer; and sister-in-law, Rita Russell, who will carry forward her memory and her love in their hearts.

In keeping with her wishes, a private celebration of her life will be held by the family, with Pastor Ash Welch.

Interment was held in Forest Lawn Cemetery, where Joan was buried next to her husband.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Edward J. Fox & Sons Funeral Home, 4700 Market St., Boardman.

Family and friends may visit www.foxfuneralhome.org to view this obituary and to give condolences to the Amreihn family.

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