Barnesville Area News

Edward Chini, Sr.

Edward Chini, Sr., Flushing, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on December 23, 2025, at the age of 98. He was born in Lafferty, Ohio, a son of the late Luigi and Pia Chini.

Ed retired after 38 years from the Saginaw Mine, was a lifelong farmer, a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII.

Preceding him in death, in addition to his parents, was his wife Bertha; two sisters Grace and Jeana; and four brothers Gino, Candido, Clementine and Rudy.

Surviving are a son, Edward, Jr. and three daughters: Linda (Harley Johnston), Jayne (Bob Neilson) and Connie (Jim Leonard); two grandchildren: Melissa and Angela; plus several step-grandchildren.

There will be a family graveside service at a future date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Warren Funeral Home, Flushing.