Donald Briner

Donald James Briner, age 65, of Boardman, Ohio formerly of Butler, Pennsylvania passed away unexpectedly Tuesday January 20, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio.

Born June 12, 1960 he was the son of Philip M. Briner of California and Mary Jane Heller Lang of Portersville. He was a 1979 graduate of Butler Area High School and he was employed at Ron Joy Nursing Home in Boardman, Ohio for 24 years. He was also employed at Masters Security Services and was a bartender as The Pastime Bar for nearly 25 years where he made many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his stepfather Edward W. Lang, two sisters: Debrah R. Briner and Terri L. Briner Gould, and one brother David R. Briner.

Don is survived by two sisters, Diane R. McFeaters of Butler and Hope Ann (Jeff) Stoner of Fenelton, one brother Michael L. (Vicki) Briner of Portersville; four nieces, four nephews, two great nieces, and two great nephews.

A Private Service was held February 4, 2026 at the Edward J. Fox Funeral Home, Boardman Ohio. Per his wishes, Don will be laid to rest with his family at West Sunbury Union Cemetery.

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