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Youngstown
Emma Lou Gromofsky, 86, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully at Canfield Place, on March 8, 2021.
She was born on September 24, 1934 in New Castle, PA to John and Emma Ruha. She attended school at McDonald High School. Emma worked as a secretary for the Superintendent of McDonald high School retiring in 1957. She enjoyed being a homemaker and spending time with family and friends.
Emma was married to William Gromofsky in 1955 until his passing in 1999.
She was a member of St Christine's Church .
Emma was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and a brother, Emil J. Ruha and a daughter-in-law, Cindy.
Emma is survived by her sons, Mark (Debra) Gromofsky of Abingdon,MD, Alan Gromofsky, Lewes, Delaware, sister-in-laws: Marsha Ruha and Dorothy Blasko, Grandchildren: Marcus Gromofsky, Tara Kahler, Tom Lynn and Great-grandchildren: Bryce, Gavin, Abby and Hannah.
Memorial Tributes will be to the Dorothy Day House, 620 Belmont Ave, Youngstown, OH 44502 or St. Christines Building Fund, 3165 Schenley Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511.
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