MICHAEL MAGUSCHAK JR.
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Michael J. (Magoo) Maguschak, Jr., a cherished husband who departed from this world on May 15, 2025. Born in Steubenville, OH on June 20th, 1951, to the late Michael J. Maguschak, Sr. and Lois P. (Stewart) Maguschak.
Michael is survived by his wife, Kathy (Valuska) Maguschak whom he married October 23, 1999; his brothers, Steven (Tina) Maguschak; David (Suzanne) Maguschak; his sister, Cathy Allen; brother-in-law Thomas (Kelly) Valuska; sisters-in-law Kimberlee Valuska; Karen (Mike) Mathis; daughter Michelle (Shawn) McCready and many nieces and nephews. Michael was preceded in death by an infant sister, Susan and nephew Aaron Allen.
Mike was raised in Mingo Jct. and graduated from Mingo High School. He attended Ohio University and Kent State where he majored in Criminal Justice. Mike dedicated his life to serving & protecting the public. He upheld his oath with honor and conviction. He began his law enforcement career in 1972 at the East Liverpool Police Dept. In 1975 he joined the Mingo Police Dept., became their Police Chief in 1996 and retired in 2003. He was then called back to duty and served as Cross Creek Twp Police Chief from 2008 to 2016. He was a Special Deputy with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Dept. Mike had numerous accomplishments and awards throughout his law enforcement career, including graduating from the Police Executive Leadership College (PELC); Mingo K of C Blue Coat of the Year Award; Mingo Community First Responder of the Year to name just a few.
Mike enjoyed working on his classic car and going to car shows with his car buddies. He was also an avid Big Red fan.
Mike was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church; National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Ft. Steuben Lodge #1; lifetime member of the Ohio Police Chief’s Assn; Buckeye State Sheriffs’ Assn; Mingo Knights of Columbus; and the Polish Athletic Club.
Mike’s legacy is one of honor and conviction far above the call of duty. His life touched many. In honor of Mike, contributions can be made to a charity of your choice.
Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville, Ohio on Thursday, May 22nd from 2-6 PM. Funeral liturgy with Mass on Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Peter’s Church, Steubenville, Ohio. Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Rest in Peace, Michael. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered.