Richard A. Drennen 1940-2025

Mr. Drennen was born Thursday, July 18, 1940, in Mobile, Alabama, a son of Richard B. and Dorothy Martin Drennen, and moved to the Youngstown area from Texas in 1942.

He was a graduate of The Rayen School and received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Youngstown State University. He was a mechanical engineer for over 35 years, working primarily for Wean and WCI Steel, and retired in 2000. While he was at WCI Steel, he was Scoutmaster for the children whose parents worked for WCI.

Mr. Drennen was a member of St. Edward Parish, where he donated his time and talent in numerous capacities, such as member of St. Vincent de Paul Society, in which he distributed countless meals. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus Council 11005 at St. Edward Church, a Eucharistic minister and an altar server.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, the former June Fiscus, whom he married April 24, 1965; sons, Alan (Katie) Drennen of Northfield and Paul (Beth) Drennen of Canfield; brother, Edward L. Drennen of Struthers; and granddaughter, Skylar.

Mr. Drennen was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial Mass will be 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, at St. Edward Church, 240 Tod Lane, Youngstown, OH 44504, celebrated by the Very Reverend Monsignor Robert Siffrin.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions please be made to St. Vincent de Paul Society care of St. Columba Cathedral, 225 Elm St., Youngstown, OH 44503.

Please send thoughts and condolences to the funeral home website, www.mccauleyfuneral.com.

Arrangements by The McCauley Funeral Home, proudly serving the Valley for more than 124 years.

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