A Memorial Mass will be held at 10am Saturday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mineral Ridge for Sarah M. Young, 84, who died early Saturday evening, Sept. 4 at Shepherd of The Valley Nursing Center in Niles. She was born April 27, 1926 in North Jackson, a daughter of John J. and Mary Anne (Slivka) Rovder, and she resided in this area all of her life. She worked as a custodian for Lordstown High School for 22 years before retiring in 1991. She attended St. Joseph Church. She also enjoyed crocheting, polka dancing and playing bingo. In her youth she spoke fluent Slovak and was very proud of her Slovak heritage. She married Arthur R. Young, Sr. May 1, 1948 and he preceded her in death August 28, 1988. She is survived by four children; Arthur R. "Rick" Young, Jr. of Youngstown, Patricia Anne ( Ted) Miller of Pulaski, Daniel E. Young of Mineral Ridge, and Thomas J. Young of Warren. She also leaves behind two brothers; Joseph and Frank Rovder, both of North Jackson; two sisters; Mary Semko of Austintown, and Cecilia (Sam) Badger of Niles; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Besides her husband she was preceded in death by two brothers, Daniel and John Rovder; and a sister, Mildred Henning. Friends may call for one hour prior to services from 9-10am Saturday at St. Mary's Church, 3504 State Rte. 46, Mineral Ridge, OH 44440. Sarah's family would like to extend heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the staff at Shepherd of The Valley for all of the kind and compassionate care she received. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Shepherd of The Valley Nursing Center in Niles.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
9:00 - 10:00 am (Eastern time)
St. Mary's Catholic Church
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Starts at 10:00 am (Eastern time)
St. Mary's Catholic Church
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