Gary B. Olenick Sr. 1944-2022

Gary was born July 7, 1944, in Weirton, W.Va.

He was employed by General Motors for 42 years. In retirement, Gary lived life to the fullest. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend that cherished his time with family, especially his grandchildren, whom he loved dearly.

Gary is survived by his loving wife, Patty, whom he married Feb. 4, 1989; children, Renee (Joe) Vitullo of Wesley Chapel, Fla., Denise (Keith) Mazzupappa of Mineral Ridge, Gary Jr. (Heidi) Olenick of Juniper, Fla. and Cory (Jackie) Olenick of Pataskala; stepchildren, Michael (DeAnna) Page of Ankeny, Iowa, and Melissa (Fred) Russo of Canfield; 15 grandchildren, Tyler Vitullo, Kendra Olenick, Alexa (Jeff) Walp, Andrew Russo, Shane Vitullo, Colton Page, Jenna Mazzupappa, Devon Olenick, Kevin Russo, Dylan Mazzupappa, Miranda Olenick, Zachary Russo, Connor Page, Cory James Olenick and Sofia Olenick; great-granddaughter, Eliana Olenick; brother, Greg (Margo) Olenick of Follansbee, W.Va.; and cousins and close friends Don (Nancy) Chumita of Austintown.

Gary will always live on in the memories and hearts of his family.

Per Gary’s wishes, there are no calling hours or services.

Arrangements were entrusted to the professional care of the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Ave., Boardman. Family and friends are encouraged to offer prayers for the family and support via phone call, text, email or may visit the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals.com.

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