AUSTINTOWN – Dolores E. Ryznar, 74, formerly of Niles, passed away peacefully Friday, October 18, 2024, at Continuing Health Care in Mineral Ridge.

Dolores who was affectionately known as "Aunt Dee" was born October 4, 1950, in Cadogan, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Julius Ryznar and Marie Joseph D'Hondt Ryznar. She moved to Niles as a child and made the Mahoning Valley her lifelong home. Dolores spent her later years at Victoria House assisted living enjoying the company of fellow residents and her caretakers. She could often be found sitting on the porch and spending time with her sister.

She was a graduate of Niles McKinley High School, Class of 1968 and worked diligently throughout her life. She held positions at Northside Hospital, Packard Electric, and Old Country Buffet, where she was known for her warm smile and kind spirit.

Dee was a member of St. Stephen Catholic Church in Niles and also attended St. Christine Church. Delores was an accomplished sketch artist who enjoyed the simple joys of life. Her gentle disposition and generous spirit made those around her feel welcomed and loved. She was a lover of animals, theater, outdoor concerts at Mill Creek Park and sweet treats-especially Diet Coke and milkshakes.

She is survived by her sister, Mary Theresa (Steve) Sernulka of Warren, and her brother, Bernard (Joni) Ryznar of Pickerington. Aunt Dee will be fondly remembered by her nieces and nephew, Lisa, Heather, Jennifer, Brandon, Kelly and Shannon and all of her great nephews and nieces.

A nephew, Stephen J. Sernulka, is deceased.

Family and friends are welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at St. Stephen Church, St. Pope John XXIII Parish, 129 W. Park Ave., Niles, OH 44446.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to her longtime guardians, William George and Latya Reed, both with Compass Family and Community Services.