Patricia Engstrom described the death of Tami’s husband, Andy, and her own husband, Chuck, who had been taking care of the couple’s son after his mother’s murder. Both died from heart conditions which she blamed on the crime and Biros.

Parker made several pleas for mercy, including arguments that in today’s legal climate, Biros may not have been given a death sentence for his crimes.

He cited changing opinions on the death penalty and the possibility of sentencing someone to life in prison without parole, which at the time of Biros’ conviction was not an option.

Parole board chairwoman Cynthia B. Mausser said the board will make a recommendation first to Gov. Ted Strickland and that its report will be made public Wednesday.