Bernice M. Getz

Youngstown- Bernice M. Getz, 88, passed away peacefully, at home on Wed. July 30, 2025, in the care of her loving grandchildren. Bernice was born October 16, 1936 in Crawford, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Edna Gordon and Claud Kessler. She met the love of her life, Sam in Youngstown, and married on November 13, 1954. They were active members of The Salvation Army for many years. They built their first home by hand together in Liberty Twp. where they raised their two children. She was a devoted wife and loving mother. She enjoyed cooking, baking, shopping and traveling. She was known to hunt down and bargain for the best deals. She did not pass up too many garage sales and hosted the best of them. She kept her home immaculate and your stomach full. Bernice was a devoted Christian who attended Bethel Assembly of God in Austintown. She loved her church family and loved to attend with her great-granddaughter. She was a member of the Cross Trailers Square and Round dancing for several years. She would make her own costumes with the help of her sister. Bernice and Sam were amazing dancers and loved to be a part of the community. Bernice leaves behind her last remaining sibling, Ruth Sawyer of Spokane, WA.; two children; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandson. The family will receive relatives and friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Avenue in Boardman. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, August 7, 2025 at the funeral home. Family and friends are encouraged to offer prayers for the family by visiting the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.