Thomas E. Secrest

YOUNGSTOWN - Thomas E. Secrest, 72, passed away on May 27, 2026, at Shepherd of the Valley in Liberty.

He was born on July 9, 1953, in Salem, Ohio, a son of Harold Secrest and Marjorie "Jane" (Fitzpatrick) Secrest.

Tom was a 1971 graduate of Salem High School. He dedicated over 40 years as a parts manager at Ray Gollan's Honda.

Tom was affectionately referred to as "Grunt" by many of his friends. He loved the great outdoors, finding joy in hunting and fishing, and cherished riding his motorcycle. He enjoyed western movies. Tom loved sitting outside and sharing memorable trips to Myrtle Beach with his loved ones. He was also a member of the Salem Hunting Club and the Western Reserve Motorcycle Club.

Tom is survived by his daughter, Lindsay (Billy Hart) Secrest, of Hubbard; his son, Justin (Chalee) Secrest, of Mineral Ridge; sister, Amy (Dan) Bailey, of Salem; and 2 grandchildren, Cade and Gavin Secrest.

In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Doreen and his brother, Tim.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 7pm on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel, 4303 Mahoning Ave.

A funeral service will be held at 10 AM on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel.

Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel. Family and friends are invited to visit www.higgins-reardon.com to share memories and condolences.