Raymond E. Novak 1945-2026
YOUNGSTOWN — Raymond E. Novak, 81, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, May 16, 2026, with his loving family by his side.
He was born Feb. 16, 1945, in Youngstown, a son of the late Stephen and Mary Baytos Novak. After attending St. Matthias School, Raymond graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1963 and continued his education at Youngstown State University.
He worked for the Youngstown Water Department as a foreman in the meter department and retired after 35 years of dedicated service.
Raymond was a lifelong member of St. Matthias Church, where he sang in the choir, was a dedicated member and chaplain of the Holy Name Society and led monthly rosary services.
He was also active in Knights of Columbus Poland Council #4471, loved bowling and post-retirement golfing in the Wednesday travel and Lowellville travel leagues, and above all, spending time with his grandchildren, family and friends.
His faith guided every aspect of his life.
Raymond leaves to cherish his memory his daughters, Marianne Novak and Stacey Novak (Stephen Gilmartin); his grandchildren, Kinley Novak, Bradilyn Novak, Jaycek Novak and Isabella Gilmartin; Mary Lou Jacobs, his devoted and beloved partner of 23 years; Jack, his right-hand man; his favorite niece, Jeannie; and his former wife, Doris J. Novak.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Jonah Rayden Novak; his brother, Stephen Novak; and his sister, Louise Granchie.
Family and friends may call 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday May 27, 2026, and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursday May 28, 2026, at the Kubina-Yuhasz Funeral Home, 5925 Market St.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Thursday by the Rev. John Jerek at St. Mary Magdalene Parish-St. Christine Church.
He will be laid to rest in Calvary Cemetery.
Raymond’s family would like to thank Mercy Health Hospice House for the wonderful care given to him.
Material tributes can be made to the family to help with funeral expenses to @marianne-novak-7 (Venmo).
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Kubina Yuhasz Funeral Home, 5925 Market St., Boardman. Family and friends may visit www.waskofamily.com to view this obituary and to give condolences to the family.
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