Raymond A. Budrevich 1929-2019

Ray was born June 9, 1929, in Butler, Pa, the son of Alex and Annastasia Hunka Budrevich.

He retired in 1999 from the Mineral Ridge School District, where he had worked as a custodian. Prior to working for the schools, Ray worked for US Steel as a pattern maker for 38 years, retiring in 1982. He was a Korean War vet, serving in the U.S. Navy.

Ray was a member of the Nativity of Christ Church. He was also a member of the Mahoning Lodge of the Masons and the Mineral Ridge VFW. Ray enjoyed cooking, gardening, camping and fishing.

He leaves his wife of 64 years, the former Elizabeth Casey whom he married May 14, 1955. Ray also leaves three daughters, Roseanne (Steve) Mitsuhashi of Fort Worth, Texas, Debra Maust of Niles and Susan (Robert) Carfolo of Mineral Ridge; one son, Ray (Jacqueline) Budrevich of Niles; one brother, John Budrevich of McDonald; as well as seven grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Besides his parents, Ray was preceded in death by one sister, Dorothy Thomas; and one brother, Alex Budrevich.

Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Lane Funeral Home, Niles Chapel. Private family services will be held Tuesday.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Nativity of Christ Church, in Ray’s name, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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