Lucille D. Vechiarella 1938-2025

Lucille was born Aug. 18, 1938, in Youngstown, the eldest of six children of William and Jane Glaros.

She was a proud graduate of South High School, where she was a majorette.

Lucille embarked on a lifelong journey, fueled by love and resilience, as she skillfully navigated the many transitions brought on by her husband James’ football coaching career. Their lives were marked by many moves around the country; yet, wherever they went, Lucille ensured that her family found warmth and comfort. She created a sanctuary of love, welcoming her husband and children home to a hot meal and the promise of an inviting space that radiated her strong spirit. Lucille’s commitment to her family transcended the ordinary as she poured her soul into developing a nurturing home environment, one that became a steadfast pillar in the face of change.

Lucille is survived by her sons, Jim (Lynn) Vechiarella and Bill (Sheila) Vechiarella; and her daughter, Lisa (Dr. Jon) Saadey; brothers, Ron (Judy) Glaros and Bill Glaros; sister, Linda (Chuck) Saulino; precious grandchildren, James (Melanie) Vechiarella, Nicholas (Laura) Vechiarella, Alyssa Vechiarella, Dominic Vechiarella, Anthony Vechiarella, Shannon (Dr. Tom) Adolf and Lt. Jon (Brittani Ortega) Saadey. She also proudly leaves six great-grandchildren, Victoria, James, Sophia, Matthew, Thomas and Isabelle.

In addition to her parents, Lucille was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, James Vechiarella; sisters, Janice Pantel and Kathy Glaros; and sister-in-law, Elaine Glaros.

Calling hours will be 8 to 9:15 a.m. Monday, March 24, 2025, at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Boardman-Canfield Chapel, 3701 Starr’s Centre Drive, Canfield, OH, 44406.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Monday, March 24, 2025, at St. Michael Catholic Church, 300 N. Broad St., Canfield, OH 44406. Entombment will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

Lucille’s family would like to express their gratitude to the caregivers who took such wonderful care of her and her husband, Jim, during their transitions to the next life. They would also like to thank the entire staff at Windsor House at St. Mary’s Alzheimer’s Center for their care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.higgins-reardon.com.

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