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Sandra Szymanski Obituary

Sandra "Sandy" L. Szymanski, of Shenango Twp., passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 22, 2025. Sandy was a member of Holy Spirit Parish - St. Mary's Church. Her husband, Richard Lewis Szymanski, Sr., to whom she was married to for over 55 years, passed away September 25, 2017. Sandy is survived by her son, Richard L. Szymanski, Jr., Riverview, FL; daughter, Lauri Parker (Larry), Wampum; sister, Candiance Danka, New Alexandria, PA; two grandchildren, Tristan and Brady Parker; and a niece and nephew. She deeply loved her children and grandchildren, and her devotion will always be remembered. In addition to her husband, Sandy was preceded in death by her parents, William Joseph and Twila Fern (Shall) Brennan. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no services.

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Obituary published on Legacy.com by Mahoning Matters on Jul. 30, 2025.

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