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YOUNGSTOWN -- Luis Antonio Miranda, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge in Mineral Ridge.
Luis was born May 2, 1948, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, a son of Antonio Luis and Delia Vasques Miranda.
Luis lived in the Bronx from the age of 6 until moving to the Youngstown area in 1975.
Luis married the love of his life, the former Maria R. Sanchez, on July 8, 1967, and they shared almost 47 years of marriage, until her passing on Jan. 15, 2014.
He worked for Domestic Linen until retiring in July of 2013.
Luis was an avid musician as a drummer. His favorite band was the Beatles and he enjoyed playing all genres of music, but classic rock was his favorite. He also played in a band with his brother and sister-in-law called The Night Owl Band.
He was a foodie, especially when it came to Italian food, with lasagna being his favorite. Luis had a love for animals and he cherished time with his family.
Luis was of the Catholic faith.
Luis will be deeply missed and always remembered by his daughters, Barbara Miranda of Youngstown and Chaunet Miranda, also of Youngstown; his son, Anthony (Lisa) Miranda of Campbell; seven grandchildren, Jasmine, Jacalyn, Leah, Crystal and Marisol Miranda, Tysha May and Brianna Farris; 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Ramona Ortiz; and brother, Edwin (Gabi) Miranda.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Maria; and a sister, Gloria Medina.
The Miranda family has entrusted Luis's care to the Wasko Funeral Home in Campbell, where calling hours will be from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, followed by a funeral service at noon.
Visit www.waskofamily.com to view this obituary and to leave condolences with the Miranda family.
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