Ronald E Creatore

Ronald E. Creatore passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 at Windsor House Canfield.

Ron was born August 10, 1936 in New Castle, PA the son of Clara and Michael Creatore. Ron was raised on the East side of Youngstown and spent most of his life in the Youngstown area.

After working many years at GTE in Boardman, OH, the closing of the local facility in 1981 opened an entrepreneur opportunity for Ron to develop.

He created and operated Creative Merchandize, Inc. and he was a fixture at many local flea markets as well as at his small general store located in McKinley Heights, Niles.

Ron graduated from East High School and proudly served in the U.S. Army between 1955 and 1957.

Ron is survived by his children: Jeanne Jones, Sharon (Joe) Bettura, and Ronald M. (Patty) Creatore. Ron was known as Gramps and "Bips" by his grandchildren and they brought him much joy; Alexandra Jones, Morgan (Will) Bisbikis, Griffin and Connor Jones, Joseph Bettura, Joelle (Steve) Stack, Jared (Addie) Bettura, Matthew (Lane) Creatore, Marissa (fiancé Brooks) and Maddie Creatore.His great-grandchildren include Finley and Huxley Bisbikis, Enzo, Emilio, Estella Stack, Cecelia and Dominic Bettura.

He is also mourned by MaryAnne (Bette) Creatore, his wife of 44 years.Ron leaves his brothers Mike and Jerry Creatore as well as several nieces and nephews. Also, his many cousins of the Creatore, Creaturo and Creatura families.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, his eldest brother Ralph, and sisters-in-law Sylvia and Sandra Creatore.

Calling hours are Saturday, May 16 from 11 a.m to 12 p.m. with a prayer service from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm at the Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Boardman-Canfield Chapel, 3701 Starr's Centre Drive.

All are invited to celebrate in a mercy meal immediately following the prayer service.

In lieu of flowers, material tributes may take the form of donations to Akeso Hospice, 6600 Summit Dr., Canfield, OH 44406

Ron's family extends a thank you to the staff at Windsor House Canfield who cared for him since June 2023.In his last months, Ron received exceptional support and compassion from Akeso Hospice staff and his family is grateful.