Brent Verdinek

June 9, 1978 — Oct. 7, 2020 (age 42)

AUSTINTOWN — Brent Verdinek, 42, passed away peacefully on Wednesday (Oct. 7) at University Hospital in Cleveland with his parents at his bedside.

Brent passed away from many years of physical problems that culminated in his life ending. His parents Bonnie and Wayne held his hands and hugged him as he passed to the arms of Jesus. They had the privilege of seeing him come into this world and holding him as he left this world.

Brent was a vibrant and enthusiastic man who loved life and made every moment count. He was the life of the party with all his comedic quips and warm spirit. You could not be around Brent for more than a few minutes before he would have you laughing. He was a kind soul who showed love to everyone around him. If a neighbor needed help with groceries he was there. If someone was down and out, Brent would be the first to offer help.

Brent was an artistic and talented musician. He was part owner of Grimey Grooves Music. Music was his passion. He was a DJ for his original music for years traveling all over the country. He was known and loved for his style and outgoing presence that he gave at every performance.

Brent loved God and loved his family and friends with passion. He will be sadly missed as he left a void by leaving the Earth too soon.

Brent is survived by his parents Wayne and Bonnie Verdinek; a brother, Daniel Verdinek; and his sister, Jessica Verdinek.

He also was part of the crew of nine in the lineup of his close cousins who sadly will miss him: Jennifer (Weinell) McCormack, Jason Weinell, Adam Creatura, Deana Creatura, Michelle Kasner and Johnny Creatura.

He also leaves behind his nephew Jonah Verdinek; nieces Daniela Verdinek and Jayden Wal; a sister-in-law Nisha Franks who was a good friend; and special friend Tyler Litton who was like his son. Brent took Tyler under his wing and showed him how to create music and made him a producer on his label. Tyler will continue in Brent's legacy and keep dropping those beats.



Preceding Brent in death were both sets of grandparents, Daniel and Mary Creatura and Elizabeth and Frank Verdinek; his aunt, Maryann Weinell; and uncles Johnny and Danny Creatura.



Calling hours will be held on Monday (Oct. 12) from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Verdinek home, 730 Notre Dame Ave. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday (Oct. 13) at 10 a.m. at the Verdinek home. The Higgins-Reardon Funeral Homes, Austintown Chapel handled arrangements. Condolences may be sent at www.higgins-reardon.com.

In lieu of flowers, consider donations to Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home in Austintown, 4303 Mahoning Ave., to help defer the cost of funeral services.

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This story was originally published October 9, 2020 at 2:27 PM with the headline "Brent Verdinek."