Lane Family Funeral Home, Niles Chapel

Robert "Bob" Hoover, age 80 passed away peacefully at Shepherd of the Valley nursing home on Friday, December 24, 2021. He was born in Warren, OH on June 9, 1941, to the late Warren and Mary Jane Ryan Hoover. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Bob loved his cats and old movies. He was a diehard Cleveland sports fan as well as the Niles Red Dragons. He was a statistician for Niles's football and a member of the Niles Baseball Boosters. He enjoyed trips to Vegas with his son and his friends. He had a quick wit and always had a funny one liner. He is survived by his son Michael Hoover of Niles, a sister Mary Alice Tvaroch of Howland, a brother Kevin Sean Hoover of Niles...

Niles - William C. "Bill" Shields, 77, passed away Saturday evening, June 5, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. Bill was born on June 6, 1943 in Webster Springs, WV, a son of the late William D. and Ruby O. Shields He worked at General Motors for 37 years before retiring in October of 2001, delivered for the Niles Times, and a caretaker at Niles First United Methodist Church. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle who loved to spend time with his family. He loved hanging out at the Corner Dairy with his children and friends. He never met a stranger and became a friend to everyone he met. Bill will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 57 years, Judy...

NILES- James H. McNally, age 78, was escorted by angels to be with His Lord and Savior on March 1, 2021 at 7:36PM while at Select Specialty Hospital on Belmont in Youngstown. He was born March 19, 1942 in Tennessee to the late Russell and Gladys McNally. He married his sweetheart, Carol McNally on January 6, 1962, who survives him, his son, Michael (Karen) McNally, his daughter Amanda Ayers, four grandchildren, Emily (Cory) Kimmy, Justin Ayers, Janelle Ayers, and Elizabeth McNally, great-grandson River Kimmy, and a sister Carol Staton. Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, and a son-in-law, George Ayers. Jimmy worked for 29 years for General Motors and retired in...

Howland - Randall "Randy" L. Fife, 58, passed away peacefully Nov. 26 at home with his family by his side following a short battle with cancer. Randy was born on Oct. 28, 1962 in Niles, Ohio to Saundra (McGowen) and Estle (Frog) Fife. Randy graduated in 1981 from Gordon D. James Career Center as a diesel mechanic. Randy then joined the U.S. Army in January of 1982 and married the love of his life, Kerri Roberts, on April 17, 1982. Randy and Kerri then moved to Texas and from Texas, the couple moved to Hawaii where they lived in Waialua and watched the sunset over the ocean every night. The couple then returned to their hometown of Niles and purchased their first home in Howland, Ohio....

NILES: Dora M. Gumina, 80, passed away at Hospice House on July 27, 2020. Dora was born on March 20, 1940 to Leroy & Violet (Whitehead) Cogan. In May of 1958, Dora was united in marriage to Peter Gumina who preceded her in death in December of 2011. She loved cooking and baking, as well as a sitting around the table playing cards. However, Dora will be remembered for her infectious laugh and making memories with her family. Dora is survived by her daughter Tracy (Derik McIntosh) Gumina-McIntosh; her grandchildren: Nicholas & Jenna Gumina and Adalyn & Maisie McIntosh; and her sister Jeanie (Bill) Bremner as well as many other relatives. Besides her husband of 53 years,...

NILES- Kevin Brian Duffy, 62, a longtime Niles, Ohio, resident and business owner, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020, after an illness. Kevin was born April 10, 1958, at Northside Hospital in Youngstown, Ohio, to William W. and E. Marlene (Cole) Duffy, both of whom preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne, whom he met in July 1993, and whom he knew "right away" he would marry. The couple married Aug. 14, 1999. Kevin also is survived by three children from a previous marriage: his son Aaron, of Bessemer, Pa.; his daughter Brooke Fowler (Jeffrey), of Bessemer, Pa.; and his son Joshua of Austintown, Ohio. His grandchildren are Luke, Logan, Camdyn, and Keyin. Kevin also is...

Niles - Bart R. Deneen, 93, passed away Friday afternoon May 29, 2020 at the Hospice House in Poland. Bart was born on November 18, 1926 in Brookfield, OH, a son of the late William and Anne (Rudkin) Deneen. He was a 1944 graduate of Vienna High School and a graduate of Michigan Technical Institute from the Electrical Program. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy; which he served his country during WWII, and worked at LTV/Republic Steel until he retired in 1988. He was a member of St. Stephen's Church in Niles Bart will be deeply missed by his loving children, Patti (Dan) Thomas of Naperville, IL, Dan (Terry) Deneen of Richmond Hill, GA, Susan (Richard) Oravitz of Canfield...

Niles - Nancy Lee Banks, 71, passed away on Tuesday April 21, 2020 at Select Specialty Hospital. Nancy was born on January 17, 1949 in Youngstown, Ohio, the daughter of the late James Henry and Edna May (Fleischer) Waller III. She married the love of her life, John Banks, on July 16, 1977 and they created a wonderful life together. Nancy enjoyed many things in this world. She loved to collect Indians, dolls, and Betty Boop memorabilia. She enjoyed arts and crafts, singing on the porch, and watching the cardinals fly by. She was fond of fuzzy blankets and looking at old pictures. She liked to go on trips with her family, especially to Ponderosa Park where they would frequently camp at. She...

Niles - Jason C. Wilson, 44, of Niles, OH passed away on Tuesday April 7, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loved ones. Jason was born on October 27, 1975 in Trumbull County, the son of James and Cheryl (Ady) Wilson. He married the love of his life, Monica Wilson, on June 19, 2004. Jason was a wonderful son, son-in-law, father and husband. He was the epitome of a family man, coaching sports that his sons were in and being the handyman around the house. Jason was a hardworking man, always exceling in the workforce. He was an avid Steelers fan. He enjoyed fishing and collecting baseball and football cards. Jason will be deeply missed by his mother; his wife Monica; his children Zachary and...

CORTLAND- Becky Zenko, age 78, passed away March 30, 2020. Becky was born September 4, 1941 in Youngstown to the late Frank and Anne Hribko. She was a 1959 graduate of Boardman High School. Becky and Alex and their children lived in South Florida for over 30 years where she worked as a beautician. She was a member of St. Mark's Orthodox Church in Liberty. Becky is survived by her husband of 53 years, Alexander Zenko; her children, Frank (Catherine) Zenko and Stephanie (Jeremy) Graeber; five grandchildren, Tyler Zenko, Spencer Zenko, Olivia Graeber, Jenna Graeber, and Jackson Graeber. A private funeral service will be held at St. Mark's Orthodox Church with Becky's family. Interment...

Youngstown - Thomas R. Davis, 55, passed away on Monday March 30, 2020 at Select Specialty Hospital in Boardman. Thomas was born on March 31, 1964 in Youngstown, Ohio, the son of Ralph and Sandy Davis. He married the love of his life, Paula Davis, on August 20, 2017. Thomas loved working on his trains, which he had a whole set up down in his basement and working in the garage with his grandson. He enjoyed motorcycles, especially Harley's and he was an avid gun collector. Although he had many things he loved to do, there was nothing that he loved more than spending time with his family. He will be deeply missed by his parents Ralph and Sandy; his wife Paula; his children Kyle, Kelsey and Luke...

Warren- Veronica M. Means, age 73, passed away January 14, 2020 at Community Skilled Health Care in Warren. Veronica was born May 11, 1946 in Philippi, West Virginia to the late Claude and Mable (Crites) Fridley, she was the youngest of eight girls. Veronica attended Central Baptist Church in Niles. Veronica enjoyed collecting Native American art, angel figurines, and doing ceramics. She loved her family, she especially enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters. Veronica is preceded in death by her parents and six sisters. She is survived by her sons, Gregory (Margaret) Foster of Champion, Brian Foster of Champion, and Jeremy Mahone (Maia Mogor, fiancee); her granddaughters Haley...

Niles - Jerry E. Malcomson Sr. 65, passed away Friday, November 15, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. Jerry was born on August 7, 1954 in Warren, OH, a son of the late Samuel and Charlette Malcomson. Jerry was a graduate of Mineral Ridge High School and worked at Republic Services for over 30 years until he retired on August 30, 2017. He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 47 years, Marjorie Malcomson, whom he married on November 14, 1972; his sons, Jerry Malcomson Jr. and Jason Malcomson; ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother Tim Malcomson; and sisters, Paula Haught and Lottie Garrison. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother...