Late Boardman businessman remembered

BOARDMAN — The Men’s Garden Club of Youngstown has donated a Valley Forge American elm tree to Boardman Township Park, in memory of Gilbert E. “Bud” Kindelan.

Kindelan, a Boardman businessman, was president of the Garden Club in 1993 and 1994, receiving the club’s Bronze Award in 1999. He was also a World War II veteran in the 17th and 82nd Airborne, receiving the Bronze Star for valor during the Battle of the Bulge. He was active with his church and with many organizations in the community.

Dan Slagle, park executive director, said the tree is being planted in the Historical Village and plans are being made for a dedication ceremony in the future.

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