In loving memory of

Jack Yancick
February 7, 1931 - January 7, 2019

Jack Yancick
Arizona - Jack Yancick, 87, of Tucson, Arizona, formerly of Canton, passed away on Monday, January 7, 2019 in Arizona.
He was born on February 7, 1931, to Mike and Pauline (Almasi) Yancick.
He married Patricia (Sheets) on May 7, 1960.
Surviving is his son Jack "Jay" (Michelle) Yancick, of Tucson Arizona, two grandchildren, Greg (Yasmeen) Lopeman, and Marcus Lopeman, one great grandson Anthony Lopeman and brother Frank Yancick.
Proceeding him in death are his parents, wife, and daughter, Glenda Yancick.
Jack was a veteran of the United States Army. He worked for Central Illinois Light Company (CILCO), eventually serving as the Business Representative for the International Brotherhood of Fireman and Oilers Local #8. Jack also instructed Labor Relations courses at Spoon River College. After retirement he served on the Fulton County Board before moving to Arizona. Jack was an avid wood carver, storyteller and poker player. He was a member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Canton.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home, where visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday. Entombment will be in White Chapel Memory Gardens Mausoleum in Canton.

Tributes

Anthony Lopeman wrote on Aug 21, 2022:

"I still miss you greatly, love you pa. "

Karen Berg wrote on Jan 20, 2019:

"Jack will be remembered fondly by us. He was a very creative wood carver and good SWA President for several years. We enjoyed his laugh and his upbeat attitude toward life. Karen and Jerry Berg"

Lynn Koch wrote on Jan 20, 2019:

"I knew Jack in Tucson. He has a gifted member of our carving group and always happy to share a story or give carving advice. He was kind and patient and I learned a lot from him. I will truly miss his stories and talents. May his family have peace knowing that he touched many lives and was well loved in the wood carving community. Lynn Koch"

Jim Brentz wrote on Jan 17, 2019:

"Sorry to hear about Sam. Very good football player, ...and, we really liked him. Jim Brentz, from Farmington, now Utah. "

Angela Yancick-Hub wrote on Jan 17, 2019:

"You will be missed Uncle Sam. Sorry for your loss JJ, may your memories bring a smile to your face."

Mary Jo Norrell wrote on Jan 16, 2019:

"Marcus and Family, I'm sorry for your loss. Thinking of you always. ~Mary Jo Norrell"

Matt Yancick wrote on Jan 16, 2019:

"RIP Uncle Sam. Your kindness will never be forgotten. - Matt Yancick"

Allen & Carole Martin wrote on Jan 16, 2019:

"R.I.P. Jack, as one of the best union reps around, you deserve it. CILCO was a good place to work and you made it better. ~Al & Carole Martin~"

Diane Kahnk wrote on Jan 15, 2019:

"RIP Uncle Sam. George?s family in Nebraska loves you. Many happy memories. ~Diane Kramer Kahnk, Tecumseh, NE"

Elizabeth Mickalonis Galbraith wrote on Jan 14, 2019:

"Rest In Peace Uncle Sam. Loved your artistic talent and your wit when you came to visit us! Much love. Liz Mickalonis Galbraith"

Tohmi Stokes wrote on Jan 14, 2019:

"Great father, always happy, smiling and joking around. "Learn one new word everyday", advice from Jack. "