Lillian C. DeSalvo

Poland-Lillian Corrine DeSalvo, 89, passed away peacefully, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Born Nov. 2, 1935, in Youngstown, the daughter of the late Armando "Sparkie" and Viola Magalotti Mastropietro. A proud graduate of East High School, Lillian began her career as a preschool teacher, nurturing young minds with patience and care. She later became a respected counter manager for Estee Lauder at Macy's where her warmth and grace left a lasting impression on colleagues and customers alike. A devoted member of Holy Family Church and an enthusiastic participant in the Red Hat Society, Lillian found joy in playing bridge, reading, and spending treasured time with family and friends. Lillian lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family and community. Lillian will be missed by her three children, Carla DeSalvo Owens, Mark DeSalvo, and Corrine DeSalvo Martin; six cherished grandchildren, Mark (Jillian) DeSalvo II, Stephanie (Jayare) Cichanski, Nicole (J.C.) Kojancic, Matthew (Jaclyn) Owens, Zachary Martin, and Zoe Martin; eight precious great-grandchildren, Hadlee, Phebee, and Mark DeSalvo, Olivia, Greyson, and Scarlett Cichanski, and Fiona and Foster Kocjancic; and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carl Joseph DeSalvo, whom she lost in 1978 and never stopped loving; a brother, Joseph Mastropietro; and a sister, Bernadine Mastropietro Walsh. Lillian was deeply loved and will be missed forever by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Private services were held in her honor. In remembrance of Lillian's life, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Mercy Health Hospice of the Valley, 9803 Sharrott Rd., Youngstown, Ohio 44514. Arrangements were entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave. in Boardman. Family and friends are encouraged to offer prayers for the family by visiting the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.