Lane Family Funeral Home, Mineral Ridge Chapel

John G. Evanchick October 25, 1947 - May 10, 2022 John Evanchick, 74, of Mineral Ridge, OH, passed peacefully with his Family by his side in Cleveland, OH. Born October 25, 1947, in Colver, PA, John was the son of Joseph and Mary Evanchick. Preceded in death by his parents Joe and Mary, sister Mary Pauline (Evanchick) Dillon, brother-in-law Perry Omodio and father-in-law Pete Omodio of Johnstown, PA. Survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Mary Ann (Omodio) Evanchick, son Jonathan Evanchick and his wife Katie (Powell) Evanchick and their three children Ella, Jon Anthony (Jonny) and Allie Evanchick of Avon Lake, OH, his daughter Regina (Evanchick) Biddlestone, married to her husband Brian...

Ida Lucarelli, 89 of Lordstown, died early Friday morning at Humility House, surrounded by her family. Ida was born December 17, 1932 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Didiana) Iaderosa and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from East High School and worked as a bookkeeper/accountant for Ranalli and Borda Builders and then Adolf Johnson and Son Contracting Co., retiring in 1997. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mineral Ridge and also their Women's Guild She enjoyed going to antique car shows, the casino and traveling with her husband. Ida was an excellent cook and loved to entertain her family. She looked forward to spending time with her...

Ida Lucarelli, 89 of Lordstown, died early Friday morning at Humility House, surrounded by her family. Ida was born December 17, 1932 in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Didiana) Iaderosa and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from East High School and worked as a bookkeeper/accountant for Ranalli and Borda Builders and then Adolf Johnson and Son Contracting Co., retiring in 1997. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mineral Ridge and also their Women's Guild She enjoyed going to antique car shows, the casino and traveling with her husband. Ida was an excellent cook and loved to entertain her family. She looked forward to spending time with her...

BOARDMAN-Kevin Michael Rouan, 65, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at his residence. He was born July 8, 1956 in Youngstown, a son of Leo Wayne and Donna Lou (Umbel) Rouan. Kevin was the owner of Kevin's Produce, retiring in April of 2020. He was a 1974 graduate of Mineral Ridge High School, where he was on the Football and Baseball Teams. Later in life Kevin enjoyed playing softball. He also enjoyed golfing, cooking and grilling and he loved all animals, especially his dogs, Bella and Beau. Kevin is survived by his wife, the former Ava E. Goldberg, whom he married July 13, 1987; his children, Shannon (Andrew) Poole of Dublin, Dr. Bethany (Matthew) Glidewell of Mineral Ridge, Dr. Jonathan...

Elaine L. Holland,83 of Niles died early Sunday morning at St. Joseph Hospital. Elaine was born April 28, 1938 in Niles, a daughter of the late Harry and Gladys (Jones) Walker and was a lifelong area resident. She attended Niles High School and was a dietary supervisor for the former Warren General Hospital for over 20 years. Elaine was a Cleveland Indians, Pittsburgh Steelers and Scrappers fan. She enjoyed going to casinos and playing cards weekly with long time friends. She was also a member of the Women of the Moose Lodge. Her husband, Robert F. Holland, Sr., whom she married July 6, 1956, died August 17,1979. She leaves her children, Robert F. Holland, Jr. of McKinney, Texas,...

Wanda Lee Lowe, 81 of Mineral Ridge passed away early Saturday morning at home. Wanda was born January 30, 1941 in Warren, a daughter of the late Glen and Ruby (Comer) Whittaker and was a lifelong area resident. She graduated from Mineral Ridge High School and worked as a press operator at Packard Electric for 31 years, retiring in 1995. Wanda enjoyed spending time with her family and traveling, especially the family trips to Niagara Falls.Her husband, David Lowe, whom she married August 8, 1959, died October 6, 2016. She leaves three sons, David Lowe of Mineral Ridge, Randy (Pam) Lowe of Mineral Ridge, Thomas Lowe of Niles; a son-in-law, Don Tenney of Mineral Ridge; 12 grandchildren,...

Anne Paulette Smusz, 62 of Liberty passed into the Arms of Our Lord on January 21, 2022 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Youngstown. Anne was born September 2, 1959 in Warren, a daughter of the late Edward and Mary (Wargacki) Smusz. She graduated from Liberty High School and Trumbull Business College. Anne was one of a kind. She was loving, kind and very quiet. She liked to watch football and golf. She studied the bible and lived her life for Jesus. Anne will be deeply missed by her brothers, Edward (Karen) Smusz of Hubbard, Walter (Carol) Smusz of Jefferson, CO; her sister, Mary (George) Walchak of Mineral Ridge; nephews, George E. Walchak, Edward R. Smusz, Brian (Tanna) Smusz; a niece,...

MINERAL RIDGE-Nela M. Cerneka, 91, passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022 at her residence. She was born July 28, 1930 in Paladini, Croatia, a daughter of Ipolito and Maria (Paladin) Stefanini, coming to the United States March 21, 1967. Nela was a home-maker. She was a member of St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, where she was very active. Nela loved raising chickens. She was also an avid gardener and enjoyed knitting. Her husband of 50 years, Ivan Cerneka, whom she married February 23, 1954, died March 14, 2004. Nela is survived by her sons, Julian G. Cerneka of Mineral Ridge, Paul E. Cerneka also of Mineral Ridge and Dorian (Julie) Cerneka of Canfield and her grandchildren, Briana (Andrew)...

Patricia Lee (Shank) Davis, 77 passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Patricia was born on April 7, 1944, in Youngstown the daughter of George Henry and Dorothy (Lauer) Shank. On July 7, 1962, she was united in marriage to Kenneth H. Davis with whom she shared 55 years of marriage. A graduate of Jackson Milton High School, Patricia was a stay-at-home Mom who enjoyed her time as a Girl Scout Cookie chairperson & room mother. She would also organize Easter egg hunts, Halloween parties and Muscular Dystrophy fund raising carnivals in her yard for the neighborhood kids to come and enjoy. All were welcome. A member of the Grand Eagles Auxiliary 2172,...

Patricia Lee (Shank) Davis, 77 passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2021, at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Patricia was born on April 7, 1944, in Youngstown the daughter of George Henry and Dorothy (Lauer) Shank. On July 7, 1962, she was united in marriage to Kenneth H. Davis with whom she shared 55 years of marriage. A graduate of Jackson Milton High School, Patricia was a stay-at-home Mom who enjoyed her time as a Girl Scout Cookie chairperson & room mother. She would also organize Easter egg hunts, Halloween parties and Muscular Dystrophy fund raising carnivals in her yard for the neighborhood kids to come and enjoy. All were welcome. A member of the Grand Eagles Auxiliary 2172,...

McDonald: Laurie Ellen (Welch) Burgess, 65, passed away unexpectedly on December 19, 2021. Laurie was born on November 20.1956 in Warren, Ohio the only daughter of Lloyd and Bernice (Neidlinger) Welch. A graduate of Howland High School she was employed by Arctic Express Trucking for the past 7 years. Laurie was a devoted mother and grandmother who loved spending time with family. She enjoyed baking and taking cruises. She will be missed by her daughter Nicole Anson, son Jeremy Burgess, grandchildren Jerrard Burgess, Justin Anson and Olivia Burgess, brother Donald Welch and her faithful canine companion Believe. She was preceded in death by her parents and son in law Ron Anson. Per...

Carl W. Kompanik, 81 of Niles, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021 at Trumbull Regional Medical Center, with his family by his side. Carl was born June 6, 1940 in McDonald, a son of the late Paul and Edith (Dovala) Kompanik and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from Mineral Ridge High School in 1958 and had worked for Copperweld Steel Corp for over 40 years, retiring in 1999. He was a very proud, hard working man and instilled this in all of his children. Carl was an avid fan of NASCAR, the Cleveland Browns and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Carl was a member of the Moose Club of Niles, but most importantly he loved spending time with his family and always looked forward to...

Raymond Lee McCormick, 68 of Niles passed away Saturday November 13th at his residence. Raymond was born July 4, 1953 in Mineral Ridge, a son of the late Harvey and Helen (Bickerstaff) McCormick and was a lifelong area resident. Raymond was a United States Army veteran and a retired truck driver. He leaves three daughters, Brooke McCormick of Niles, Shawna McCormick of Leavittsburg, Amber McCormick of Warren; 10 grandchildren; a brother, Gary Mayyou of Niles; three sisters, Barb Manser of Cortland, Janet McLaughhlin of Lordstown and Penny Court of Niles. Besides his parents, Raymond was preceded in death by a daughter, Jamie McCormick; two brothers, Bill McCormick, Paul McCormick and a...

There will be a memorial service 5:00 pm Thursday at Lane Funeral Home, Mineral Ridge Chapel for Gregory Lee Bickle, 55 of Poland who died of Covid 19 Thursday afternoon at St. Elizabeth/Mercy Health Youngstown where he had been a patient for seven weeks. Greg was born June 19, 1966 in Youngstown, a son of Gordon and Veronica (Szary) Bickle and was a lifelong area resident. He graduated from The Rayen School in 1985 and had attended Thiel College and Kent State University. Greg also attended YSU where he had joined ROTC. He had been a fuel hauler for 20 years for Source One, Get Go and most recently Love's Fuel Nationwide Travel Stops and Truck Service. Greg had been a marksman and enjoyed...

Merrill Wesley Crawford, 87, passed away at home on November 7, 2021, in the loving presence of his family. Merrill, known as Bud, was born on November 12, 1933, in Jefferson Township Pennsylvania, the son of Thomas R. and Margaret Heath Crawford. On June 6, 1957, he was united in marriage to the former Mary L. James, with whom he shared 59 years of marriage. Bud had a strong work ethic as demonstrated by his employment at WCI Steel for over thirty years, retiring as an electrical technician. A proud United States Air Force veteran Bud traveled extensively during his time in the military. Bud was a member of the Niles Amvets Post 106 and American Legion Post 106. He enjoyed traveling...

Kevin P. Hogan, 58, passed away at his home in Girard, Ohio on October 23rd, 2021. Kevin was born on April 26, 1963, in Westerly, Rhode Island, son of Michael Hogan and Janet (Hermenet) Hogan. He graduated from Mineral Ridge High School and Trumbull County Technical Center in 1981 and started a career as a mechanic while also pursuing his passion of scuba diving. He took pride in running Underwater Services of Ohio, Inc. for many years. On May 21, 1988, Kevin married his wife Barbara (Comrie) Hogan. They cherished 33 years of marriage together. Kevin enjoyed diving, dirt track races, fishing, spending time with family and friends and finding ways to help others with projects. He is...

Rose Marie (Snyder) Gaskill, 63 passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on September 23, 2021. She was born on March 14, 1958, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of Audrey M. Holliday. On July 21, 1993, she was united in marriage to James S. Gaskill, with whom she spent 28 love filled and wonderful years. A 1976 graduate of Howland High School, Rose was employed by General Electric Company for 35 years before retiring in 2013. Upon retirement, Rose spent several years as the children's train conductor at the Eastwood Mall. Her love for children and putting smiles on their faces was her destiny. Rose was a woman of faith. She and her husband Jim founded and operated Our Way Home...

Noah Kendell Johnson, 76 passed away peacefully on August 4, 2021, surrounded by his family at Cleveland Clinic. Noah was born on September 21, 1944, in Double Top, Tennessee the son of Thomas and Edith (Mathews) Johnson. On December 11, 1993, he was united in marriage to the former Sandra Jean Godney with whom he shared 29 years of marriage. Noah was previously employed by Copperweld Steel and worked for Bruce & Merrilees as a heavy equipment operator for 25 years retiring in 2006. A man of faith Noah was a dedicated husband, father, grandpa and Papa to his family. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren's activities and spending time with family. Noah and his wife Sandy enjoyed...

Linda Callihan, 72, passed away August 3, 2021 after a brief illness. Linda was born July 15, 1949 in Warren the daughter of James and Edna (Evans) Paden. She attended Mineral Ridge High School graduating in the class of 1967. She married her husband James on May 12, 1979. Linda retired from Delphi Packard Electric in 1999 after 30 years. She enjoyed her travels with Jim and dear friends Audrey and Larry. Linda loved the Cleveland Indians, sunsets on Lake Erie and getting together with her "girls". The Crazy 8"s, Pam, April, Pam, Karen, Toni, Julie and Pam. Linda loved her Class of 1967 and stayed in close contact. She was preceded in death by her husband Jim, her parents and brother Michael...

John Wesley Miller, 84, passed away peacefully Thursday evening at his residence. John, affectionately known as Jack, was born August 16, 1936 in Girard, a son of the late Olin W. and Irene M. (Pearce) Miller. A lifelong area resident, Jack was a graduate of McDonald High School. Soon after, he was drafted into the United States Army and served at Fort Knox prior to the escalation of the Vietnam War. It is there that he met his future wife, the former Patricia Kerswell, who was also serving in the United States Army. Jack and Pat, while on leave were married in McDonald on September 21, 1963. After being honorably discharged, Jack and Pat returned to McDonald to make their home. He worked at...

John Wesley Miller, 84, passed away peacefully Thursday evening at his residence. John, affectionately known as Jack, was born August 16, 1936 in Girard, a son of the late Olin W. and Irene M. (Pearce) Miller. A lifelong area resident, Jack was a graduate of McDonald High School. Soon after, he was drafted into the United States Army and served at Fort Knox prior to the escalation of the Vietnam War. It is there that he met his future wife, the former Patricia Kerswell, who was also serving in the United States Army. Jack and Pat, while on leave were married in McDonald on September 21, 1963. After being honorably discharged, Jack and Pat returned to McDonald to make their home. He worked at...