A drug overdose, reportedly a mixture of cocaine and heroin, has claimed the life of 18-year-old Erin Trell, of Boardman.
      Miss Trell was reportedly taken to St. Elizabeth Hospital last Friday or Saturday by possibly two persons, after having an adverse reaction to the drugs.
      Services were scheduled for Fri., Oct. 4 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church for Miss Trell, 18, who passed away Monday morning, Sept. 30.
      She was born Mar. 30, 1995 in Rochester Hills, Mich., the daughter of Michael and Angel (Golden) Trell and lived in the Boardman area most of her life.
      She was a 2013 graduate of Boardman High School and had plans to attend Youngstown State University in the spring to study social work.
      She enjoyed going to watch her dad’s softball games and loved animals, especially dogs. She also enjoyed volunteering at the Beatitude House.
      In her death, Erin chose to be an organ donor, a heroic choice that allowed her to help others in their time of need.
      In addition to her parents, she leaves two sisters Alexis Trell of Raleigh, North Carolina, and Madalyn Trell at home, her maternal grandmother Linda Golden, her paternal grandparents Pat (Jeanette) Trell, an uncle Mark (Julianne) Trell of Raleigh, North Carolina, an aunt Lynn Trell of Henderson, Nevada, cousins Anya and Declan Trell along with her beloved three dogs---Norah, Reggie and Gracie. Erin was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Russell Golden.
      The family requests that material contributions be made in Erin’s name to the Beatitude House, 238 Tod Lane, Youngstown, Oh., 44504.
      A candelight vigil was held in Miss Trell’s memory on Tuesday evening at Boardman High School.
      Her death is the second, tragic drug-related death of a Boardman teen within the past two months.
      Another Boardman HS graduate, 19-year-old Daniel Watkins was shot to death during a reported drug deal for heroin just before midnight on July 25 on Loveland Ave. in Youngstown.
      A 20-year-old man, Michael Brown, has confessed to the murder, according to Youngstown police. Bown told authorities he was meeting with Watkins to trade cough syrup and cash for heroin.
      In the wake of Miss Trell’s death, all that is left is her memory and postings on her Facebook page.
      Ashley Cooper posted “I was sitting here thinkin’ about you, remember in middle school, how much Mr. Shevock and Mr. Toot hated us? We made sure we sat together everyday. and did nothing but talk and laugh all period. And science class, we always got in so much trouble, lol, love you sweetheart.”
      Shayla DeCapita posted “Can’t stop thinking about you. I know you’re in a better place now, but I just don’t want to believe that you’re really gone.”
      Jenny Enyeart posted “Feeling heart broken to say goodbye to such a beautiful girl. It was bitter sweet yesterday reminiscing with Alexis Trell and Katie Enyeart Stone about all of our memories over the years. Heaven gained an angel early this morning, we love you Erin Trell.”
      Steve Jones posted “One thing I can tell people throughout my life about my friend Erin who touched my heart who cared for others. She taught me that life isn’t about money or looking good, it isn’t even about you. It’s about caring for others and touching their lives with your love and not being pissed off all the time because life’s too short and even though Erin died, it is expected in all of us to die and it’s how you effect people when you leave is what God looks at.”
      Missy DeMarinis posted “Words can’t even describe how grateful I was to meet Erin Trell...My prayers and thoughts go out to one of the most caring families I have ever met, the Trells. Love you guys and stay strong! RIP Erin!
      Paul Gianotti posted “Rest in peace Erin Trell. You were so young...you had you’re whole life ahead of you. I feel like I’ve failed in being a friend. You deserved better then this. I pray for your family and all who share in our sorrow. And we’re blessed with the mercy of a loving God who comforts all those who grieve.”
      And Shelby Crowley posted “Open your eyes people, this isn’t the life we have been given to live. Learning to appreciate the people God has blessed me with more and more each day. RIP Erin, another soul too young to pass.
      There is a message in the deaths of Mr. Watkins and Miss Trell.
      Is anybody listening?