Michael Graban 1944-2019

Michael was born Dec. 28, 1944, in Youngstown, the son of George and Anna Lazich Graban.

He was a 1962 graduate of Campbell Memorial High School and was a lifelong area resident.

Michael was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.

Michael was a retired steelworker, having worked at Youngstown Sheet and Tube in the shipping and receiving department. In later years, he managed the VFW Post 7600 in Coitsville.

He was a member of Christ Community Church in Campbell.

Michael was a member of the NRA, Shenango China Hunting and Fishing Club, the VFW Post No. 7600 in Coitsville, and the Chancelor’s and Pirates Motorcycle Club.

He was happiest spending time outdoors hunting and fishing. He enjoyed cooking, gardening and flea markets. Above all, Michael loved spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren.

Michael will be deeply missed and always remembered by the love of his life, Deborah Cantleberry, with whom he spent 40 years; his children, Amy (Ben) Wright of Pickerington, Karie (Wayne) White of Boardman, Loretta (Bill) Davis of Boardman, Malynn (Rolando) Cantleberry of Seattle, Lauralynn (Chad) Kulikowsky of Boardman and Daniel Graban of Campbell; his brother, George (Audrey) Graban of Rochester, N.Y.; and 16 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his grandson, Jesse Sackett.

The Graban family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Wasko Funeral Home and will receive family and friends 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019, at the funeral home.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019, at Wasko Funeral Home, with the Rev. William Rotar officiating.

Visit www.waskofamily.com to view this obituary and send Michael’s family condolences.

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