Marlene "Mert" Tortora-Frenger, formerly of Leetonia, celebrated her 80th birthday at a surprise party held Saturday at the Salem Community Center.
Over 150 guests enjoyed a luncheon hosted by her five children, Jay P. (Connie) Frenger, Nancy (Mitch) Blackburn, Susan Frenger, Diane Perkins, Mark (Maria) Frenger, along with her seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
The honoree enjoys a full life including working for Visiting Angels, a family owed business, playing in numerous card clubs, golfing in two golf leagues, and dinners with friends.
