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John Rogala Evanoff

1966 - 2019

John Rogala Evanoff obituary, 1966-2019, Erie, PA

BORN

1966

DIED

2019

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John Evanoff Obituary

John Rogala Evanoff, age 52, of Millcreek, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at his residence. He was born in Erie, Pa. on September 18, 1966, a loving son of Jake Evanoff and Susan J. Rogala.

He was a Class of 1984 graduate of McDowell High School. He earned his undergrad and Law Degrees from the University of Pittsburgh. John was an attorney at the Law Offices of Carney and Good. He was also an owner of Lou Bizzaro Boxing Gym.

John was a Black Belt in Karate. He was also a member of Our Lady of Peace Church, the Erie Club and the Erie County Bar Association. He enjoyed skiing and golfing. John's contagious smile will be missed.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Margaret and Donald Rogala and paternal grandparents, Theresa and Harry Evanoff.

John was the proud father of Alexa M. Evanoff and Anthony J. Evanoff of Erie. He is further survived by his brother Mike (Jennifer) Evanoff of Atlanta, Ga., and a sister Lisa M. Solomon of Buffalo, N.Y. John will also be missed by his dogs, Beau and Otis.

Friends may call at the Burton Westlake Funeral Home, 3801 West 26th Street, on Sunday, August 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 5 p.m. until the time of service there at 7 p.m.

Memorials may be made to the Erie City Mission, 1017 French Street, Erie, PA 16501 and the American Heart Association, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231. Send condolences at www.Burtonfuneralhome.com.

Sign the Guestbook at www.GoErie.com/obits.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Erie Times-News on Aug. 16, 2019.

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October 10, 2023

John, I think about you and our correspondences over the many years we have known each other. We were just finding our way back to each other when your life was cut short. The time we spent together was one of the best times of my life. Love you, always.

Paul Figurski

August 27, 2019

Susan, Jake, Evs and family,
So sorry for the loss of John. Mike and I were best friends growing up, so, we got to hang out with John. He was funny, smart, kind and fun to be around.
I'm praying that God would give you peace and comfort you all. RIP John. God Bless you all.

Susan Evans

August 24, 2019

My most heartfelt condolences. Blessings to the family.

Andrea and Bill Spierling

August 22, 2019

Sue,
We are so, so sorry for your loss. John was a great kid and turned in to a wonderful man. Our hearts ache with you. Stay strong.

Carol and Will Mollbeg

August 22, 2019

Dear Susan and family,
So sorry to hear about your son, John, passing. We extend our deepest sympathy.

Carol and Will Mollberg

Pat & Lorri MacIsaac

August 19, 2019

Dear Susan, Jake, and Family

Pat and I wish to express our deepest sympathy at the loss of your son, John. We are sorry to have missed you over the weekend, as we were out of town. It is so sad to loose a child. You are in our prayers.

Lorri and Pat MacIsaac

Dorothy Panitzke

August 18, 2019

Dear Susan,
My love, sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Dorothy Panitzke

Doreen Litz

August 18, 2019

So sorry for your loss. I can't imagine losing one of God's greatest gifts.
Love, Doreen LItz

August 18, 2019

To the Evanoff Family,

You have my deepest sympathy as you mourn John's passing. Although I will be unable to pay my respects in person, please know that you are in my prayers.

Senior Judge Ernie DiSantis

August 18, 2019

To the Evanoff Family,

You have my condolences as you mourn John's passing. Although I won't be able to extend my sympathy to you in person, I wanted you to know that you are in my prayers.

Senior Judge Ernie DiSantis

Paul Cousins

August 18, 2019

Rest in Peace my Friend.

Lynne Glas

August 18, 2019

Dear Sue,
I want to extend my sincere condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and may God give you strength at this time of need. May John rest in peace.
Love Lynne

Jody Wolf

August 17, 2019

I went to school with John. I haven't seen him in years, but I would like to extend my condolences to the family.

Jody Wolf

Rita Serafini

August 16, 2019

Sue and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. My heart aches for you all.

Travis Buzzell

August 16, 2019

I only recently developed a friendship with John. He had a unique way of making everyone around him smile and feel at ease. He was a great human and an even better friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with John's family and loved ones.

- TB

American Heart Association

August 16, 2019

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

August 16, 2019

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Lillian Mercurio Kavala

August 16, 2019

Susan and Family;
I am so sorry for the loss of your son.Prayers and thoughts go out to all of you. I know what it is like to lose a child, God Bless all of you and may He give you peace, comfort and healing.

Froess

August 16, 2019

Our prayers and thoughts are with Alexa and Anthony and the Carney and Good Law Firm

John and Joan Froess

Bruce and Jorja Rogala

August 16, 2019

Dear Susan, Alexa, Anthony and Family
We are praying for each of you during this most difficult time. May all your wonderful memories of John keep you strong. He was so proud of each of you. We will always remember what a kind person he was!
Love and hugs and prayers,
Bruce and Jorja Rogala

August 16, 2019

God bless.

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Burton Westlake Funeral Home

3801 West 26th Street, Erie, PA

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18

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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Burton Westlake Funeral Home

3801 West 26th Street, Erie, PA

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18

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Burton Westlake Funeral Home

3801 West 26th Street, Erie, PA

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