Michael G. Yanik, 62, of Rayland, Ohio passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, February 22, 2010 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born in Steubenville on April 10, 1947 a son of Orega “Mawsy” Morelli Yanik and the late Michael G. Yanik, Sr. Mike was a member of Plum Run Church of Christ, served in the U.S. Army, member of P.N.A. in Steubenville and was retired from Teamsters Local 92 and was known to all his truck driving friends as “Loser”. In addition to his mother he is survived by his wife of 28 years Janetta Hyndman Yanik; son Michael “Tony” (Samantha) Yanik; daughters Kelly (Howie) Hoprich and Kaydee (Frank) Zeroski; grandchildren Madison and Brody Zeroski and Nathan Hoprich; brother Glenn “Skip” (Vickie) Yanik and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8p.m., where funeral services will be held on Thursday, 10a.m. with Pastor Roger Wayne officiating. Burial at Two Ridge Presbyterian Cemetery.
09/03/2024
Judie and Doug Thornton
Janetta, I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. "Loser"? I always knew him as Budge.....He has been in my prayers for a very long time as well as our church's...now I am adding you and your family to it...take care and know that we are thinking of you..Judie
09/03/2024
amy
Dear Janetta & family I am so, so sorry for your loss & to have never met face to face the one who'd call & make me laugh with all his wonderful wit & humor. I'll surely miss those preacher talks & all of Micheal's worldly advice not to mention all the times he'd call to report you off though you were there. I realize there are no words that can be expressed to ease such deep & heartfelt sorrow for you & the family but if you need anything, please don't hesitate to call. I've read that good-byes are never easy and will always hurt, pictures will never replace having been there, memories good and bad will bring tears, and words can never replace feelings. Michael was a unique and rare soul who by his thoughtful and giving nature will always be a shinning light that touches the hearts of others. Kahlil Gibran wrote "Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation." but I'd like to believe that love is that thread which eternally binds us. I know Michael will be watching over you Janetta as well as Tony, Kelly, Kaydee, those beautiful grandchildren, his mom & all those dear to his heart & I feel truly blessed for the laughter & smiles that Michael brought into my world.
09/03/2024
Sue Potts
Orega and Family: I'm so sorry for your love one passing away. The Lord will always be there in your time of sorrow. You know that Mike is in a better place and he has a new body now. The Lord only takes the best. I will keep in my prayers. Dear heavevly father I lift the family of Mike Yanka to you be with them coforet them and let them know you are alwats with them. Lord I ask that you gave them strong in you name I prayer aman
09/03/2024
Mary Bess
Janetta, So sorry to hear about Mikes passing.You and family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. God Bless all of you. Mary
09/03/2024
Vanessa & Jim Young
Nettie, you and the family are in our hearts and prayers. Mike has been in our family even longer than our own dad was able to live and breath with us. We're going to miss him so much--but what a wonderful last weekend we had with him this past weekend! One none of us will ever forget! God Bless and Love you all, Your sister and brother-in-law, Vanessa & Jim Young
09/03/2024
William H. Mantos
Mike is my 2nd cousin, and I send my sympthy to the family,
09/03/2024
Lisa Willis
We are very sorry to here about Mike. Are prayers and thoughts are with you sincerely. I would often speak to Mike when he would phone my mother Roseann to talk about their day to day worries with cancer, I could just picture his face when he would laugh. I remember coming over when I was little with my dad Sam all the time and the one thing I always remembered was Mike's laugh. Sincerely Lisa and Robert Willis
09/03/2024
Ron & Brenda Hyndman
So sorry for your lose. We will always love and remember Uncle Mike he was one of the greatest men we have ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will be greatly missed by all. Love, Ronny,Brenda,Nicole,and John
09/03/2024
cathy takach
I will always remember Mike as one of the most handsome men I ever knew as a young woman. I am so sorry for the loss his family will feel. He will be greatly missed.
09/03/2024
Charlie and Bonnie Pfeil
Janetta and family - We are so very sorry for your loss. Mike was a very special person and will be dearly missed. We wish we could have been with you during this time and send you our love and prayers. We love you - Charlie and Bonnie
09/03/2024
David Henderson
You have our most heartfelt condolences and prayers for the entire family. We are sorry that we were unable to attend the calling hours....and I have ended up in Court for hearings that prevented me from attending. You have our love and best wishes. Dave, Whitney and Zach Henderson
09/03/2024
Karen DiCesare
Dear Orega and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loved one's passing. May your wonderful memories help you in this difficult time. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
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