Louise K. Leone, 72, passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 25, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 7, 1944, in South Dakota, the daughter of Raymond W. and Margaret M. (Carmody) Schaefer. Louise was a dedicated teacher for the Youngstown City School District for 37 years. She taught at South High School, East High School, North Jr. High and Adams Jr. High. She also taught at the Mahoning County Juvenile Justice Center, and taught night school at Choffin Career Center. Louise was always there for her students whether it be academically or as a mother figure. She was a member of Struthers Parkside Church. She was an avid football fan and especially enjoyed watching Penn State. Louise will always be remembered lovingly by her husband, Chester, whom she married in May of 1969, three children, Dominic Leone of Garrettsville, Margaret "Missy" Leone of Detroit, and C.J. Leone of Poland; three grandchildren, Zachary Leone, Austin Maynard, and Aaliyah Leone; sister, Alvina (Don) Knispel of Oklahoma; five brothers, Walter (Patricia) Schaefer of South Dakota, Paul (Marsha) Schaefer of South Dakota, Phil (Sharon) Schaefer of Alaska, Eddie (Eileen) Schaeffer of Minnesota, and Junior (May) Schaeffer of South Dakota; nephew, Atty. Dominic Leone III, whom she treated as her son; and many loving numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Bill Schaefer. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at the Rossi Brothers and Lellio Funeral Home, 4442 South Avenue in Boardman, followed by a 7 p.m. funeral service. In lieu of flowers, monetary contributions may be made to the family for student scholarships. Family and friends may visit the Book of Memories at www.rossifunerals. to view this tribute and send condolences to Louise's family.

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