Laura J. Villone 1939-2026

Laura was born May 10, 1939, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Edward James Lewis and Laura Constance Moon Lewis.

A 1957 graduate of Woodrow Wilson High School, Laura dedicated many years of her life to retail management, early in her career as a beauty adviser at Strouss’ Department Store and later in management at Victoria’s Secret.

On May 28, 1960, Laura married the love of her life, George J. Villone. The two shared 39 years of marriage until George’s passing on Dec. 20, 1999.

Laura cherished spending time with her family and took great pride in being a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Affectionately known as “Nana,” she found her greatest joy in watching her family grow and creating lasting memories with those she loved. She enjoyed shopping, traveling and participating in her card club with dear friends. Laura treasured annual trips to Florida visiting her friend, Carol Chain Mewbron, and enjoyed traveling to Williamsburg with her neighbors. She was also an avid car enthusiast and never missed an opportunity to admire a beautiful automobile.

Left to cherish Laura’s memory are her children, Edward J. (Becky) Villone of Berlin Center and Lisa Villone-Melek; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Jenna Marie Villone and her daughter, Jeorgia Raine; Alexa Leigh Melek (Bobby A. Torres) and her children, Jaxson Edward James, Milo, Joshua, James and Ariella Rose Torres; as well as several cousins and many extended family members and friends.

Calling hours will be from 5 until the time of service at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 11, 2026, at the Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home, 270 N. Main St., Poland, OH 44514.

She will be laid to rest next to her husband in Poland Riverside Cemetery.

Online condolences may be shared at www.beckerobits.com.

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