Irene Ann Budzko

Irene Ann Budzko, age 87, of Niles, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 8:47 PM. She was born on September 27, 1937, in New Castle, PA to the late John and Josephine Bonk Willis.

Irene was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She was a lifelong member of Christ Episcopal Church, and a graduate of Shenango High School Class of 1955. She married her husband Chester in 1958, and they spent 51 wonderful years together. She was a homemaker, real estate agent, she also worked in banking and retail. She enjoyed dancing, swimming, traveling to visit her family, shopping, and polka music. Most of all she enjoyed the time spent with her family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester John Budzko and brother, Jerry Ferrilla.

She is survived by her children, Victoria Budzko, Cindy (Jerry) Casto, David (Danielle) Budzko, and Daniel (Chelsea) Budzko; grandchildren, Brandon Casto, Justin Casto, Abby Budzko, Olivia Budzko, Aaron Budzko, Joshua Driscoll, and Zach Driscoll; sister, Linda (Michael) Lastoria; sister-in-law, Louise Ferilla and many numerous extended family members.

Calling hours will be held 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at Lane Funeral Home, Shafer-Winans Chapel 164 N. High St. Cortland, OH 44410 with a funeral service to follow at 5:00 PM. Online condolences can be made at www.lanefuneralhomes.com.