Louis R. Porfilio 1940-2026

Louis was born July 19, 1940, to devoted parents Ralph and Mary Demain Porfilio as the third of four children raised in Youngstown.

Lou graduated in 1958 from East High School and enlisted into the U.S. Army, where he was stationed in France. After his service, Lou returned to the Mahoning Valley, where he began his career as a machinist working for Wean United and then later for Warren Fabrication, where he built turbine and generator housing for the electrical utility industry.

Lou married his childhood sweetheart, Gloria Jean Tamburrini Porfilio, in 1963. They spent 53 years together and raised their family in Campbell.

Lou was known for his loyalty, strength of character and being a devoted husband, father and friend. His closest friends enjoyed spending time with “Louie,” as he always shared his contagious smile and delightful sense of humor. Lou enjoyed his wife’s delicious cooking, attending classic car shows, watching Steelers football and just getting together for a coffee to shoot the breeze. Lou always shared proud stories about his grandchildren.

He leaves his son, Ralph Porfilio; daughter, Marla (Robert) Kouche; along with grandchildren, Ryan Kouche, Brianna Porfilio and Allyson Kouche. In addition, he is survived by his cherished sister, Merceda (Albert) Yurcisin; sisters-in-law, Madeline West and Sally Porfilio; and many nieces and nephews.

Lou was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Porfilio; sister, Angela (Edward) Lewis; brother, Robert Porfilio; and brother-in-law, the Rev. Joseph Tamburrini.

Lou will be missed by all, including many friends spanning his entire life.

Family and friends may pay their respects to Lou from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at the Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home, 4221 Market St., Boardman.

There will be a prayer service at 10 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, followed by a funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel, Youngstown, with the Very Rev. Monsignor John Zuraw, J.C.L., V.G., as celebrant.

Private burial will take place in Calvary Cemetery, Youngstown.

Family and friends may visit www.rossisantuccifh.com to view this obituary, sign the guest book or send condolences to Louis’ family.

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