Jean Ann Backman

Jean Ann Backman, 93, of Boardman, passed away early Saturday, August 7, 2021, at the Hospice House in Poland.
She was born August 31, 1927 in Youngstown, Jean was the daughter of Oscar and Ann (Corpa) Gustafson.
Jean was a lifelong resident and a 1945 graduate of Woodrow Wilson. She was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church in Boardman. She was a member of the Youngstown Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association for 46 years, where she held perfect attendance and was also named “Woman of the Year.” She also was a member of the Association of Medical Assistants.
Prior to retirement, she worked at the Peoples Bank, Youngstown Sheet and Tube, a secretary for a medical office, and was an office manager for Alpha Terra Real Estate Office.
Jean enjoyed spending time with her family and entertaining friends. She cherished holiday gatherings and the family reunions.
Jean leaves a legacy of a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was a very independent woman; funny, sharp, and made everyone laugh. She was loved by all and will be truly missed.
She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughters; Joyce Lee Newton, of Nevada, and Jessica Jean Backman, of Florida, her grandsons; Michael Wiery, of Cleveland, Christian (Crystal) Rathke, of Maryland, and Joshua (Christine) Wiery, of Ohio, her four great grandchildren and multiple nieces, a nephew and great-nieces.
Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her brothers Glenn, Robert, and Alvin Gustafson, and a sister, Arlene M. Gustafson. May she now be at peace in Heaven with them.
The family will receive relatives and friends, Wednesday, August 18th, at Lane Funeral Home, Anstrom Chapel from 11:00 AM- until the time of service at 12:00 PM. To share thoughts of sympathy, visit www.lanefuneralhomes.com.