Monday, July 20, 2009

Walter T. (Buck) Miller

Walter T. “Buck” Miller
Died April 10, 2004

NEGLEY -- Walter T. “Buck” Miller, 87, of state Route 154, died Saturday, April 10, 2004, at Essex in Salem after a lengthy illness.
He was born in East Liverpool on April 24, 1916, the son of the late Daniel W. Miller and Eva Wilson Miller-Shaw
Mr. Miller retired from SH Bell where he worked as a crane-man and was a member of the Fredericktown Christian Church. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He lived most of his life in East Liverpool and at one time he also lived 16 years in Mississippi.
He is survived by a brother, Ralph P. Miller of East Liverpool and hi wife Thelma; four sisters, Elizabeth “Betty” Holden of Calcutta, Hazel C. Ward and her husband Emmett with whom he resided, Roberta Allen of Calcutta and Beulah Holden of Lima Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he is preceded by two sisters, Esther Simms and Mildred Green-Raley.
Services will be held at the Calcutta Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 13,2004, at 2 p.m. Wit the Rev. Joe Thomas of the church and the Rev. William Betteridge of the Riverside Presbyterian Church officiating.
Burial will follow in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
The Family will be present to receive friends at the funeral home in Calcutta on Monday, April 12, 2004 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Friends may view this obituary, send condolences online or sign the register book at www.altmeyer.com.

Mary Ruth Bebout Obituary

Mary Ruth Bebout
Died Dec. 9, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL – Longtime educator and lifelong student Mary Ruth Bebout, 80, of West Fourth Street died at 4:20 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2003, at East Liverpool City Hospital following a lengthy illness.
Born in Cameron, W.Va., Feb. 2, 1923, daughter of the late Harry and Odessa Pearl Yeater King, she was a member of the First United Methodist Church, where she was an active leader in many church activities and functions, as well as being a Sunday school teacher.
Most of her life was spent in the East Liverpool area.
She began her teaching career at Hammondsville Elementary School before joining the East Liverpool City School system, where she taught at Glenmoor, Taft and North Elementary school until retiring in 1988.
A member of the East Liverpool Business and Professional Women and Delta Kappa Gamma, she also was a volunteer for the F.I.S.H. organization.
Her husband, John F. Bebout, whom she married Jan. 7, 19445, died may 7, 1987. A grandson, Brian Moore, also preceded her in death along with two brothers.
Three daughters, Sharon Smith of Garland, Texas, Mrs. Tom (Patty) Gulutz of East Liverpool and Mrs. Tim (Diana ) Grafton of Arlington, Texas, survive.
There are six grandsons, Don Cochran, David Moore, Dean Cochran, Vince Gulutz, Doug Moore and Justin Gulutz. Four great-grandchildren, Dillon Cochran, Garrett Cochran, Gina Gulutz and Delaney Cochran, also survive.
Friends may call today at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.
The Rev. Dave Maly will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the First United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park. Following burial, family and friends will gather at First United Methodist Church for fellowship.
The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to the First United Methodist Church, 200 W. Fifth St., East Liverpool, OH 43920.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.

Ricky G. Hoppel Obituary

Ricky G. Hoppel
Died Dec. 10, 2003

CALCUTTA – Ricky G. Hoppel, 59, of Irish Ridge Road, died suddenly on Wednesday, Dec. 10,2003.
Born on Aug. 18, 1944 in Puxsutawny, Pa., he was the son of Mildred “Midge” Marshall Hoppel of West Point and the late Charles W. Hoppel, and had resided most of his life in this area.
A lifelong truck driver, he was affiliated with System Logistics in Midland, and also worked for many area trucking companies, including several family operations. He was a member of the Beaver Local Class of 1962.
In addition to his mother, survivors include two sons, Shane Hoppel and his wife Mary of Lisbon and Brandon G. Hoppel and his wife Suzanne of Calcutta. He is also survived by a brother, Joe Hoppel of West Point, and two grandchildren, Vincent and Sabrina Hoppel. A brother, Charles H. “Chuckie” Hoppel preceded him in death.
Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday at the Dawson Funeral Home with Jason Pancake, Minister of the Lake Mount Church of Christ, officiating.
Burial will follow at Columbiana County Memorial Park.
You may view this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.

Rosella Thompson Ash Obituary

Rosella Thompson Ash
Died Nov. 22, 2003

CHESTER – Rosella Thompson Ash, 95, of Fox Lane, departed this life to meet her maker and savior on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2003. She had lived at the Fox Nursing Home for eight years.
She was born July 22, 1908, in East Liverpool, a daughter of the late William P. and Emma Prince Thompson.
Mrs. Ash was a member of the Chester Church of the Nazarene, graduated from the former Wells High School in Newell and retired in 1968 from the East Liverpool JC Penny Store, where she was a sales clerk.
She leaves behind four children, Patricia Ann Larkin of Chester, Leslie Carter Ash of East Liverpool, David Robert Ash of Chester and Jerry Kay Ash of Menomonee Falls, Wis.; 11 grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Garnett Ash; three sisters, Margie Thompson Klinger, Juanita Thompson Fallon and Ethel Mountford; and a brother, Roy Thompson.
The Rev. Roy Henck will conduct funeral services at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, 2003, at the Arner Funeral Chapel. Jim Martin will deliver the eulogy. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Friends may visit this evening from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral chapel.

Doris Virginia Bailey Obituary

Doris Virginia Bailey
Died Nov. 19, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL –Doris Virginia Bailey, 79, of Ohio Alley died at 4:15 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10, 2003, at East Liverpool City Hospital following a brief illness.
Born in East Liverpool, Jan. 28, 1924, daughter of the late Willis and Ruth Calhoun Van Dyne, she was a member of the Glendale Church of the Nazarene where she taught Sunday School She later attended both the Etruria Street Church of God Church and the
Chester Church of the Nazarene.
A lifelong East Liverpool resident, she was a housewife.
Her Husband, Roy E. Bailey, whom she married July 27, 1944, died Sept. 9, 1998. three sisters, Phyllis McCafferty, Jerry Costas and Jean VanDyne, also preceded her in death.
Three daughters, Karla S. Humphrey of Glouchester, Va., Mrs. Jack L. (Julie Ann) Robinson of New Cumberland and Joy E. Maola of East Liverpool, survive along with five sons, Gary W. Bailey and his wife Mary of Bowling Green, Texas, David A. Bailey and his friend Niki of Dixonville, Mark S. Bailey and his wife Lynn of New Port News, VA., Roy W. Bailey and his companion Pat of East Liverpool and Brian K. Bailey and his companion Mandy of Salem.
A sister, Mrs. Marvin (Linda) Murphy of Philadelphia and two brothers, the Rev. Charles Van Dyne and his wife Shelia of Mercer, Pa., and Richard Van Dyne and his wife Lisa, also survive.
There are 20 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call Thursday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
The Rev. Tim Haynes of the Chester Church of the Nazarene and Rev. Charles Van Dyne will conduct services at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park
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David Louis Sanford Obituary

David Louis Sanford
Died July 26, 2003

STUAT, Fla. –David Louis Sanford, 70, formerly of East Liverpool, died Saturday, July 26, 2003, at the East Liverpool City Hospital Emergency Room after suddenly taking ill. He had been in the area visiting his mother-in-law Helen White.
Born in East Liverpool, Feb. 13, 1933, he was the son of the late Vernon D. and Grace Twyford Sanford.
A member of the East Liverpool High School Class of 1950, he furthered his education at The Ohio State University, where he graduated in 1959 from its College of Engineering. In 1962, he moved to Florida, where he worked as an aeronautical design engineer for Pratt and Whitney Aircraft until his retirement in 1998 after more than 25 years of service. He also owned and operated the Sanford Co. form 1977 to 1983.
A veteran of Korea, he served with the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1953. He was also active with Alpha Ministries in Florida.
His wife, Harriet White Sanford, survives at home. The couple married June 25, 1954.
Two daughters survive, Mrs. Rick (Brenda) Hudson of Bowlegs, Okla., and Mrs. Tom (Diana) Charland of Melbourne, Fla., as well as two sons, David Loyal Sanford and his wife Andrea of Hobe Sound, Fla., and James Sanford and his wife Linda of Stuart, Fla.
There are 11 grandchildren: Stephanie Sanford, Sarah, Levi, Joshua, Elijah and Mary Hudson, Jamie, Abigail and Jonathan Sanford and Dakota and Chloe Charland.
A sister, Marjorie “Peggy” Cunningham, and a mother-in-law Helen White, both of East Liverpool, survive as well as Mrs. Rev. Rick (Vivian ) Ketterman of Toledo and Mrs. Rev. Brian (Joan) Wilson of Chicago, who resided with Mr. and Mrs. Sanford for several years as teenagers.
A brother, Roger Sanford, preceded Mr. Sanford in death.
Friends may call Tuesday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
A son-in-law, Rick Hudson, will officiate a funeral service at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
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Ora L. Croyle Obituary

Ora L. Croyle
Died March 31, 2003

CALCUTTA – Mrs. Ora L. Croyle, 80, o0f Stagecoach Road, died Monday, March 31, 203,at 8:10 a.m. at the Beaver Medical Center following a short illness.
Born in East Liverpool, June 23, 1922, daughter of the late Elmer and Alice Hesson Wagner, she was a lifelong area resident and a homemaker.
She was an active member of the First Assembly of god Church, which later became known as The Destiny House, where she was a member of the Women’s Ministry, and the Dorcus Sewing Club. Mrs. Croyle was a past treasurer of P.O.P.S. at the church, as well as being active in its Sunday ScHer husband, Robert J. Croyle, died May 14, 1999. the couple married January 1, 1941. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Kenneth (Linda) Davis of Englewood, Ohio, and Mrs. John (Denise) Schweinberg of Pittsburgh, along with a son James L. Croyle and his wife Marcia of Harvard, Massachusetts. A sister survives as well, Mrs. Richard (Garnet) Enright of Boardman.
In addition, nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren survive.
A daughter, Cynthia Hall, preceded Mrs. Croyle in death, as well as two sisters, Opal Cooke and Mildred Jackson.
Friends may call a the Dawson Funeral Home Thursday form 2 to 4 and 6 to8 p.m. Rev. James Cochran will officiate a funeral service at the funeral home Friday at 11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
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Annette M. Garvey Obituary

Annette M. Garvey
Died Nov. 11, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL -- Annette M. Garvey, 83, of Moore Street died at 11:40 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2003, at East Liverpool City Hospital following a brief illness.
Born in East Liverpool, April 1, 1920, daughter of the late John C. and Nettie Hetzel Schneidmiller, she was a member of the St. John Lutheran Church.
A lifelong resident of the area, she was a florist working for the former John Kiel Co.
Her husband, Leo B. Garvey, died April 19, 1987
Two sisters, Mrs. Robert (Alma) Cunningham of East Liverpool, and Mrs. Helen Hall of Columbus, survive along with a brother, Rev. John Schneidmiller and his wife Barbara of Cabot, Pa.
Several nieces and nephews also survive along with a close friend, Debbie Dalrymple of Wellsville.
Friends may call today a the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
The Rev. Tanta Luckhard-Hendricks will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, where friends may call one hour before.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Following burial family and friends will gather at the Dawson Family Center for fellowship.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com

Kameron Jacob Jackson Obituary

Kameron Jacob Jackson, Infant
Died April 9, 2004

EAST LIVERPOOL – Kameron Jacob Jackson, infant, died at East Liverpool city Hospital on Friday, April 9, 2004, at the time of his birth, 9:50 p.m.
A son of Sean and Charity Haddox Jackson of East Liverpool, he is survived by his sister Mercades, at home.
Survivors also include his maternal grandparents, Robert and Shirley Haddox of Wellsville; his paternal grandparents, Clarence and Judy Hupp of East Liverpool. A maternal great grandfather, William Yeager of Salem; and a paternal great-great-grandmother, Josie Jackson of West Point also survive. There are also several aunts, uncles, and cousins surviving.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, I the chapel at Columbiana County Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastor Bob Phillips of the Central Community United Methodist Church in Wellsville officiating.
The Dawson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Richard (Dick) Taylor Obituary

Richard “Dick” Taylor
Died June 11, 1999

EAST LIVERPOOL - Services will be held today for Richard “Dick” Taylor, 76, of state Route 170 who died at 2 p.m. Friday, June 11, 1999, at Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh following a lengthy illness.
He was born in East Liverpool June 13, 1922, a son of the late Clyde Herbert and Mildred Kinsey Taylor.
He retired in 1982 form the former Crucible Steel Co. after 44 years of employment. He was a member of the Middleton Senior Citizens Group and was an avid gardener.
He is survived by his wife, Nellie Prince Taylor, whom he married Nov. 3, 1952; a son, George P. Nickell of Hanoverton; a sister, Mrs. Lester (Elaine) Hickman of East Liverpool; a brother, C. Robert Taylor of Lake Charles, La.; five frangchildren and a great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by a brother Dr. David Taylor.
The Rev. Dr. Lester Hickman and Rev. Larry Rose will conduct services at 10:30 a.m. at the Dawson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.

Richard C. (Bud) Palmer Obituary

Richard C. ”Bud” Palmer
Died Feb. 21, 2004

EAST LIVERPOOL – Richard C. “Bud” Palmer, 71, of Parkway, died Saturday Feb. 21, 2004, at 10:55 p.m. at his residence of a lengthy illness.
Born in East Liverpool, Sept. 13, 1932, son of the late Curtis and Ruth Brown Palmer, he was a lifetime area resident having worked for Crucible Research, in Oakdale, Pa. He retired in 1990.
A veteran of the Korean War Mr. Palmer served with the U. S. Army.
Mr. Palmer was attending the House of Prayer in Calcutta, and was a memberof the American Legion Post 374.
Mr. Palmer was preceded in death by his first wife, Phyllis Plumley, Palmer on Aug. 9, 1995.
Survivors include a companion Glenda Bock along with two sons; Richard “Rick” C. Palmer and his wife Kathy, and Gary T. Palmer and his wife Lisa, all of East Liverpool.
Also surviving are nine grandchildren, Michael, Craig, Gary, and Rick Brandmerier, all of California; Amy Palmer of Allentown, Pa.; Levi and Ransom Palmer of East Liverpool; Mrs. Greg (Monica) Conkle, of Wellsville; and Mrs. Mark (Courtney) Richardson, of Columbus, Ohio.
There is a great-granddaughter Kristen Smith of Wellsville, a brother Curtis Palmer and his Companion Leona Swarthout of East Liverpool, and a sister Mrs. David (Susan) Foreman of Yorba Linda, Calif., along with several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Palmer was preceded in death by a brother Robert Palmer along with two sons, Robert L. and Fred Palmer who died in an automobile accident while in Esenada, Mexico, Nov. 26, 1977.
Service will be held 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Dawson Funeral Home with the Rev. Tanta Lockhardt Hendricks of Emanuel Presbyterian Church officiating.
Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.
The Tri-State Veterans Burial Group will provide military honors at the funeral home.
You may view this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com

Ruth A. Stull Obituary

Ruth Stull
Died Jan. 19, 2004

CHESTER – Ruth A. Stull, 56, died Monday, Jan. 19, 2004
She was born March 11, 1947, in Pennsboro, W.Va., a daughter of the late Ray and Dorothy Caldwell Stull.
She was a laborer at Riverview Florist.
She is survived by a son, Ronald Briggs of East Liverpool; a daughter, Cynthia Palmer of Koppel, Pa.; two brothers, Carl E. Owens of East Liverpool and Lewis Owens of Chester; two sisters, Melissa Johnson of Chester and myrtle Owens Kenne of Warren, Ohio.
She was preceded in death by a son, Morris Briggs.
Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Arner Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Visitation is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday.

Margaret L. Allison Obituary

Margaret Allison

CHESTER, W.Va. – Margaret L. Allison, 88, of the Adkins Nursing Home, formerly of Carolina Avenue, Chester, Died at 10:15 a.m. Monday, at East Liverpool City hospital following a lengthy illness.
She was born May 25, 1909, in Newell, the daughter of Homer C. and Lavada Williams Seevers, and a lifelong area resident.
Mrs. Allison was a member of the Newell United Methodist Church, the Dames of Malta and the Rebecca Lodge of Chester.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank M. Allison, whom she married May 25, 1928.
She is survived by a brother, James Seevers of Hilliard; a niece; and several nephews.
She was also preceded in death by two sisters, Helen Adams and Dorothy Jean Seevers; and two brothers, Glenn G. and Dick Seevers.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Dawson Funeral Home with the Rev. Charles Parry officiating.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Thurman Mackall Allen Obituary

Thurman Mackall Allen
Died Oct. 6, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL – Thurman Mackall Allen, 87, of McCoy Avenue, died at 8:15 a.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2003, at home.
Born in New Matamoras, Ohio, Sept 2, 1916, son of the late David emery and Sabina Moore Allen, he was a member of the East Liverpool High School Class of 1934.
A member of the First Church of the Nazarene in East Liverpool, where he was named Father of the Year and was a member of the Emmanuel Quartet and choir, he also served on the board of trustees. Additionally, he served as Sunday school superintendent and taught the home builders Sunday School Class.
Having served in the Pacific with the U.S. Army during World War II, he was employed at the former Smith & Phillips Furniture Co. for 47 years, retiring as vice president and general manager in 1981.
He played for the Irishtown Baseball team, as well as in YMCA basketball and volleyball leagues and coached Pony League baseball. An avid golfer, he played until age 84. he also was a member of the East Liverpool high School Alumni Association and attended its Olde Guard luncheon where he was crowned King at one time.
His wife, Fern Davis Allen, whom he married sept. 18, 1936, survives at home.
Two daughters, Sherrell Johnston of Oldsmar, Fla., and Mrs. James(Carolyn),Nicholson of East Liverpool, survive along with four sons, Bernie K. Allen and his wife Sharon of Carmel, Ind., Thurman E. Allen and his wife Judy of Dayton, Ron G. Allen of San Diego, Calif., and Dean M. Allen and his wife Becky of East Liverpool.
There are 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
A sister, Opal Yeckel of Rochester, N.Y., and a brother, Robert G. Allen of East Liverpool, also survive.
Five sisters, Hazel Silverthorn, Edna Marshall, Mabel Wagner, Evelyn Six and Mary Kapp, and a brother, Carl Allen, preceded him in death.
Friends may call Thursday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
The Rev. Larry Hall will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Friday at eh Funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbian County Memorial Park.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy Mae Rardin Obituary

Dorothy Mae Rardin
Died April 15, 2004

LEETONIA – Dorothy Mae Rardin, 81, formerly of Wellsville, died Thursday, April 15, 2004, at the Nentwick convalescent Home following a lengthy illness.
She was born Dec. 27, 1922, in East Liverpool, the daughter of the late Leland and Ethel (Russell) Kennedy.
She graduated from East Liverpool High School. Dorothy worked as a bookkeeper for the former Mike Turk Auto Dealership, retiring in 1950. She was a loving wife, mother and homemaker.
Dorothy was an active member of the First Christian Church of Wellsville, where she taught Sunday school, served as treasurer and belonged to the Women’s Fellowship Group. She was also a member of the Wellsville Eastern Star Lodge.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Nobel Ellsworth Rardin, who died Aug. 12, 2002. They were married May 12, 1951.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Susan Marie Elliott and her husband David of Leetonia, with whom she resided, and Mrs. Harriet Ann Anderson of Clinton, Pa.; a son, David Wayne Rardin and his wife Gloria of Clinton; 11 grandchildren ; 18 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by a grandson, Daniel, and her brother, Richard Kennedy.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, April 19, at the Roberts Funeral Home in Wellsville, with the Rev. Duane Hetzer of the East Liverpool City Hospital chaplaincy department presiding. Burial will follow in Columbiana County Memorial Park in East Liverpool.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

John L. Bevington Obituary

John L. Bevington
Died Jan. 29, 2004

CALCUTTA – John L. Bevington, 76, formerly of Fredericktown-Clarkson Road, died at 3:20 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004, at the Calcutta Health Care Center, where he resided, following a lengthy illness.
Born in Chardon, Ohio, Oct. 18, 1927, son of the late James L. and Molly Deem Bevington, he was a member of the Lake Mount Church of Christ.
Having lived most of his live in the area, he worked in the melt shop and then later as a heavy equipment operator at the former Crucible Steel Co., retiring in 1982 after 33 years of service.

A member of American Legion Post 374, he was a past member of the national Rifle Association (NRA) and enjoyed Archery and golf.
A sister, Alice Sosack of Calcutta, and a brother, James A. Bevington of Negley, survive him along with several nieces and nephews.
A sister, Marylin May, and a brother, Thomas Howard Bevington, preceded him in death.
Friends may call Thursday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Minister Jason Pancake of the church will conduct services at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Lake Mount Church of Christ.
Burial will be in Columbiana county Memorial Park.
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Ethel M. Golba Obituary

Ethel M. Golba
Died Feb. 6, 2004.

SARASOTA, FLA. — Ethel M. Golba, 93, of Huntington Pointe drive died Friday morning Feb. 6, 2004.
Born in East Liverpool, Nov. 25, 1910, daughter of the late James and Ida Mary Townsend Pryor, she was a lifelong member of the Boyce United Methodist Church. A member of its Home Builders Class and Women’s Society, she also was a Sunday school teacher for the high school girls class.
For many years, Mrs. Golba was the handbag and hosiery buyer at the former Ogilvie’s Department Store.
Her husband, William Golba died Oct.23, 1973. a son, William J. Golba died July 28, 1984. Two sisters, Hazel Costello and Helen Wiegand, and a brother, James Pryor, also preceded her in death.
A daughter, Mrs. Ronald (Marilyn) Purdie of Sarasota, survives, along with four grandsons, Jim Purdie, Willliam Golba, Robert Golba and Jerry Golba; six-great grandchildren, Danielle, James, Alicia, Kendra, Justin and Sarah Kate Golba. Additionally, a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Ted (Dottie) Seevers of East Liverpool, survives.
Friends may call today at eh Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
The Rev. Richard Hasley of the church will conduct the services at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
The family has requested that memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Golba be made to Boyce United Methodist Church.
Immediately following the services, family and friends will gather at the Dawson Family Center.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.

George A. Rowley Obituary

George Rowley
Feb. 22, 2004

CLEVELAND – George A. Rowley Jr. died Feb. 22, 2004.
He was born Oct. 9,1919, in Wellsville, a son of the late George Rowley and Ethel Petty Rowley.
He is survived by a daughter, Brenda Gurepko of North Royalton, Ohio, a sister, Frances Lister of Canal Winchester, Ohio; and five grandchildren.
The Carey Funeral Home, 6318 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, was in charge of arrangements.

Clarence E. Ferrell Obituary

Clarence E. Ferrell
June 15, 2003

Clarence E. Ferrell, 65, of New Cumberland passed away Sunday, June 15, 2003.
He was born September 20, 1935 at Middlebourne, WV, a son of the late Benjamen and Ovene LeMasters Ferrell. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Bassett Ferrell.
He was a retired machinist who had worked at Weirton Steel. He was a member of the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club and the Weirton Heights Church of Christ. He was a regular patron of the State Line Restaurant.
He is survived by two sons, Thomas Ferrell and his wife, Debbie of New Cumberland and Tim Ferrell, all of New Cumberland; a sister, JoClare Eastham of New Cumberland; a half brother and half sister, Chuck Ferrell and Pheobee Derryberry, both of Smithfield, PA and two grandsons, Ryan Ferrell of Oklahoma City and Nathan Ferrell of New Cumberland.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 19, 2003 at 11 a.m. at the New Cumberland Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home with Pastor Craig Greathouse officiating. Interment followed at the Lamp Cemetery in Reeder, WV.

Betty DiCiccio Obituary

Betty DiCiccio
Died April 16, 2004

INDUSTY, Pa. – Betty DiCiccio, 83, died Friday, April 16, 2004, at her home.
She was born Nov. 16, 1920, in Saxton, Bedford County, daughter of the late Hank Hinkle and Beulah Brubaker.
She was a member of St. Blaise Church. She was a jury commissioner for 18 years.
She is survived by her husband, Joseph DiCiccio; sons, Dr. Ron Shaffer of Green Valley, Ariz., Ed Shaffer of Industry and David Shaffer o Roanoke Rapids, N. C.; stepsons, Andy DeCiccio of Manassas, VA., and Raymond DiCiccio of Encinitas, Calif.; six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
Massof Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church, with the /Rev. Father John M. Jordan as celebrant. Entombment in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park Mausoleum.
Visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. today and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at D.L.Williams Funeral Home.

Inez Westfall Obituary

Inez Westfall
Died April 16, 2004

TORONTO – Inez R. Westfall, 85, passed away Friday, April 16, 2004, at Trinity Medical Center West-Steubenville.
Born Dec. 8, 1918, in Piney, W.Va., she was a daughter of the late Alvin and Ollie Ann Sturgeon. She was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Westfall Sr., and a stepson, Cecil Westfall.
She is survived by two sons, Dwayne Wright and Dwight Wright of Toronto; a daughter, Imogene Daugherty of Toronto; two sisters, Carol Daugherty of Toronto and Mary Beaver of East Liverpool; 13 grandchildren; 36 great-=grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Clarke Funeral Home, with George W. Coffman II officiating. Burial in Toronto Union Cemetery.
Visitation from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday .

Faynell Boggess Wolfe Obituary

Faynell Wolfe
Died April 13, 2004

CALCUTTA – Faynell Boggess Wolfe, 77, formerly of Wellsville and Salem, died at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2004, at the Calcutta Health Care Center, where she had been a patient for three years.
She was born in Belmont, W.Va., May 30, 1926, a daughter of the late Alonzo and Hazel Morrell Boggess.
She was retired from the Homer Laughlin China Co.
She is survived by a son, William T. Wolfe of East Liverpool; a sister, Bobbie Jean Boggess of Wellsville; and several grandchildren.
Pastor Jim Smith of the River Christian Fellowship Church will conduct services at 11 a.m. Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery.
Visitation is from 2to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today.

William V. Williams Sr. Obituary

William Williams Sr.
Died march 29, 2004

SALINEVILLE – William V. Williams Sr., 74, died Monday, March 29, 2004, at home.
He was born May 25, 1929, in Follansbee, W.Va., the son of the late William J. and Mary (Reynolds) Williams.
He was a truck driver for Bram Motor Express in Toronto.
Survivors include his wife, June (Grodhaus) Williams; two daughters, Cindy Lemaster of Wellsville and Judy Welch of Wooster; one son, William V. Williams Jr. of Toronto; one sister, Ora Jones of New Cumberland; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be at noon Thursday at the Roberts Funeral Home in Wellsville with Pastor Steve Huskey of the Assembly of God Destiny House in Calcutta officiating.
Burial will follow in Highland town Cemetery.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Marjorie E. Sendling Obituary

Marjorie Sendling
Died Mar. 29, 2004

EAST LIVERPOOL – Marjorie E. Sendling, 81, of East Liverpool, died Monday, March 29, 2004, at East Liverpool City Hospital.
She was born June 20, 1922, in Irondale, the daughter of the late Hezekiah and Cora (Takcett) Hackney.
She was a waitress for the former East Liverpool bus Terminal and a member of the Irondale Church of God.
Her husband, Russell G. Sendling, preceded her in death.
Survivors include one daughter, Deborah Talbert of East Liverpool; two sons, Gary Sendling of Lisbon and Russell Sendling of Guilford Lake; two sisters, Lucille Morgan of Florida and Garnet Blaschak of East Liverpool; five grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
The funeral service will be at 3 p.m. Thursday at the Roberts Funeral Home in Wellsville with Pastor Sandy Payette of the Irondale Methodist Church officiating.
Burial will follow in Highlandtown Cemetery.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Thresa McDaniel Obituary

Thresa McDaniel
Died Mar. 28, 2004

NEW CUMBERLAND – Services will be held Wednesday fro Thresa S. McDaniel, 91, of Rivendale Personal Care Home who died Sunday, March 28, 2004, at the Weirton Medical Center.
She was born in Ellamore, W.Va., Sept.1, 1912, a daughter of the late Harvey A. and Eva L. Dietzel Childres.
She was a member of the First Christian Church, Weirton, and was a homemaker.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Linzy Dixon Sr.; and her second husband, Eugene L. McDaniel.
She is survived by a son, Linzy “Bud” Dixon of Weirton; a sister, Loraine McVaney of Clarksburg, W.Va.; and two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
The Rev. Kevin Bowers and the Rev. Charles E. Andrews will conduct the services at 11 a.m. at the Turley Funeral Home. Burial in New Cumberland Cemetery.
Visitation from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.

Jane Evelyn Fink Obituary

Jane Evelyn Fink
Died March 29, 2004

NEW MANCHESTER – Jane Evelyn Fink, 84, of New Manchester, W.Va., passed away Monday, March 29, 2004, at the Palliative Care Unit of Valley Hospice in Steubenville, Ohio.
She was born June 29, 1919, in Rockyside, New Cumberland, W.VA., a daughterof the late Amy Claude and Alice S. (Taggert) Boyles. She is also preceded in death by her husband Clarence Burr Fink; three brothers, Charles, James and Claude Boyles; five sisters, Cloris Conn, Alice Hardwick, Wanita Spencer, Marjorie DeBee and Mary Boyles; one grandson, James LeRoy Allison III; and one great-grandson, Carl Edgell.
She was a retired Deputy School Crossing Guard in New Manchester, W.Va., serving from 1962 to 1984 and was a member of the Chester Free Methodist Church.
Surviving are one Daughter, Eleanor Monroe of Chester, W.Va.; two sons, Clarence burr Fink Jr., of New Manchester, W.Va., and James L. Allison Jr., of New Cumberland, W.Va.; three brothers John Boyles of Weirton, W.Va., Dorhman “Mickey” Boyles of Newell, W.Va., and Lonnie Boyles of Newell, W.Va.; and nine grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great grandchildren.
Friends will be received Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Turley Funeral Home, 109 n. Chester St., New Cumberland, W.Va.
Services will be there Thursday (4-1-04) at 11 a.m. with Pastor Charles Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the New Cumberland Cemetery.

Anna M. (Annie) Pack Obituary

Mrs. Anna M. ‘Annie” Pack
Died Dec. 5, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL – Mrs. Anna M. “Annie” Pack, 85 of Pennsylvania Avenue, died at 1:05 a.m. Friday, Dec. 5, 2003, at Fox Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Chester, where she had been a patient for a year.
Born in Smiths Ferry, Pa., Feb. 2, 1918, daughter of the late Daniel and Helen Crooms Nizeer, she was the oldest living member of the Mt. Olive Baptist church in Midland. Recognized as a “mother of the church,” she served as ceaconess, trustee and usher.
A lifelong resident of the area, she was a retired domestic worker.
Her husband, Edmoun Pack, died in 1988. a sister, Eleanor Roach, also preceded her in death.
A sister, Virginia Pack, and a brother, William Nizer, both of East Liverpool, survive.
A nephew, Richard Pack, and his wife Gloria of East Liverpool, who looked after her, also survive along with several other nieces and nephews.
Friends may call Monday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.
Pastor Joseph Johnson will conduct services at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mt. Olive Baptist Church.
Burial will be in Sylvania Hills in Rochester, Pa.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome,com

Russell M. Wiseman Obituary

Russell M. Wiseman
Died Dec. 7, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL – Russell M. Wiseman, of East Liverpool for the past two years, was a resident of Mentor, Ohio prior to that.
He was born May 30, 1913 in Hawatha, Kan. And died Dec 7, 2003, in East Liverpool
He was a member of Mentor United Methodist Church, Willoughby Lodge 302, F&AM, lake Erie Consistory, Al Koran Shrine, Past President of Eagle Shrine Club, Past Monarch of Caliph Grotto, member of Hobo Band and Kentucky Colonial, Past President of Lake County Creative Artists Association.
He retired in 1978 from Diamond Shamrock in Cleveland as a mechanical engineer in the Central Engineering Department after 34 yerar.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Enid B., nee Benson; a daughter, Janice (Rev. William) Church of East Liverpool; a son, Russell B. (Deborah) of Galion, Ohio. Grandchildren Sarah Wiseman of Dayton, Ohio and Lesley (Harry) Albritton of Farmville, N.C.; David (Aimee) Ferguson of Susses, Wi., Thomas Ferguson of Charleston, W.Va.; great-grandchildren Evan and Abigail Ferguson and a brother, Hilton Wiseman of N. C.
Funeral service will be Saturday at 1 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home, 368 Mentor Ave. (opposite Lake Erie College) Painesville.
Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday at eh funeral home.
His son-in-law, the Rev. William Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church in East Liverpool will officiate.
Interment will be in Mentor Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospitals, 1000 E. Edgerton Road, Broadview Heights, OH 44147.

Sara Elizabeth (Ebby) Green Obituary

Sara Elizabeth Green
Died April 16, 2004

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Sara Elizabeth “Ebby” Green, 86, a former 75-year resident of Salineville, died Friday, April, 16, 2004, at the Friendship Village in Columbus.
She was born May 13, 1917, in Carroll county, the daughter of the late Richard M. and Sadie M. (Casey) Moore.
Mrs. Green graduated from Salineville High School and was an active member of the Salineville United Methodist Church, where she helped those in need in the community.
Ebby worked during World War II in the war effort at the Alliance Manufacturing Co., and later for Hart Motor Sales in Salineville.
Her husband, Howard A. Green, whom she married April 18, 1961, died Feb. 26, 1996.
She is survived by a loving niece, Carolyn Carter Petree and her husband Judge Charles Petree along with their children, Robert K. Newbold Jr., Garold L. Newbold, John D. Petree, David Petree, Beth Petree Fulton and Sarah Petree Chapin, all of Columbus; a son, Ronald Green and his wife Jane along with their children, William, Julie, Rhonda, Kelly and grandchildren, all of Traverse City, Mich. Nieces and nephews of the Moore family include Juanita Bails Bezdeck and her husband Tab of Lisbon, Jack Moore, Charles Moore, Kay Campbell and Evelyn Sue Moore Gossman, all of Canton, Ohio. Nieces and nephews of the Green family include William Green and his wife Ruth, Marlene Green Corbisello, Ruth Ann Green Bettis, Roy Fred, Tom and Carl Green.
Besides her parents and husband, Sara was preceded in death by sisters, Bails, and Beryl Carter, Ruth Moore and Leona Moore Carter; and brothers William, Donald, Richard, Lloyd and Dean Moore.
The funeral service will be at 7 p.m. Monday at the Roberts Funeral Home in Wellsville, with the Rev. Jim Ray of the church officiating.
Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery in Salineville, where there will be a family graveside service at 11 a.m. Tuesday.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, April 19, at the funeral home.

Brian A. Brightwell Obituary

Brian A. Brightwell
Died April 16, 2004

WELLSVILLE – Brian A. Brightwell, 34, of Clark Avenue, died in East Lliverpool on Thursday, April 16, 2004.
The son of the late Roy and Regina (Bailey) Brightwell, Brian was born in East Liverpool on June 20, 1969, and lived his entire life in this area.
He was employed as a laborer for Cataldo Construction and was a graduate of Wellsville High School class of 1988.
Brian is survived by two sons, Cody Andrew Brightwell and Ricky Jacob Brightwell, and their mother, Angela Boyd Miller, all of East Liverpool.
Other survivors include a brother, Ronald W. Brightwell of Wellsville; three sisters, Pamela J. Duck of Wellsville, Beth Ann LaClair and her husband Glenn of Wellsville and Marcia D. Brightwell of Wellsville.
He is also survived by a niece, Ashley Lynn Duck of Wellsville; a great-niece, Madisyn Jane Duck of Wellsville; two nephews, Joshua Tranter and Brandon LaClair, both of Wellsville; and several relatives from East Liverpool and Parkersburgh, W.Va.
Services will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 20, 2004,at the Wellsville Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes, with Pastor Steve Huskey of the Destiny House Assembly of God officiating.
Friends may call at the Wellsville Chapel form 4:30 p.m. until the time of the services at 6 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
Friends may view this obituary or send condolences on line at www.altmeyer.com.

Ralph J. Allison Obituary

Ralph J. Allison
Died April 6, 2004

ST, NARTSM W.Va. – Ralph J. Allison, 76, died April 6, 2004, at the Marietta Center for Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born Sept. 15, 1927, in Newell, W.Va., a son of the late Jonathan Ralph and Dessie Bower Allison.
He was a member of the Grace Episcopal Church in St. Marys. He was retired from the U. S. Air Force with over 24 years reaching the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He was a veteran of both the Vietnam War and Korean Conflict. He loved gardening, family and friends.
He is survived by one daughter, USAF Lt. Col. Sandra A Sheeler of Schertz, Texas; one son, Gary C. Allison of Harrisburg, Pa.; two grandchildren, heather R. Wheeler and Jonathan M. Nellis both of Schertz; one brother, Clarence Allison of Newell; two sisters, Louise Britt and her husband William of East Liverpool and Katherine Rennix of Newell; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Margaret Allison, one son, Jonathan B. Allison, two brothers, Blaine Allison and William Allison and one sister, Marguriet Sfakis.
Funeral services will be Friday, April 9, 2004, at noon at the Ingam Funeral Home with the Rev. Lisa Heller officiating.
Calling hours will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 11 a.m. to noon Friday.
Interment will be in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery, St. Marys with military rites conducted by the American Legion Post 79, VFW Post 222 and AMVETS Post 40.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, C/O Debbie Thompson, P.O. Box 246, Belmont, WV, 26134.

Edward Custer Obituary

Edward Custer
Died Oct. 16, 2003

CLEARWATER, Fla. – Edward N. Custer, 87, died Thursday, Oct. 16, 2003, at Sylvan Health Center.
He was born in Vintondale, Pa.
He was a stationary engineer for Hood’s Dunedin. He was a U.S.Army Air Forces Veteran of World War II.
He is survived by his wife, Olive Aumiller Custer; two sisters, Nellie Betteridge and Margie Cameron of Clearwater.
Services were held at Curlew Funeral Home in Pearl Harbor, Fla.

Nettie McPherson Obituary

Nettie McPherson
Died Nov. 14, 2003

SALEM – Nettie McPherson, 103, formerly of Lisbon, died at 12:57 a.m. Friday, Nov. 14, 2003,at the Alterra Sterling House Assisted Living Center.
She was born April 1, 1900, in Millport, Ohio, a daughter of the late Silas C. and Elizabeth E. McQuoid McPherson.
She was a school teacher at McKinley Elementary for 50 years and was a member of the New Lisbon Presbyterian Church.
The Rev. Mark Wilds will conduct the services at 11 a.m. Monday at the Eels-Leggett-Stauffer-Stauffer Funeral Home in Lisbon. Private burial will e in Lisbon Cemetery.
Visitation is an hour before services.

Ray A. Boughner Sr. Obituary

Ray Boughner Sr.
Died Nov. 14, 2003

INDUSTRY, Pa. – Ray A. Boughner Sr., 68, died Friday, Nov. 14, 2003, in hhis home following and entended illness.
He was born July 7, 1935, in Congo, W.Va., the son of late Charles R. and Pauline Goppert Boughner.
He was a retired lockman with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and a U. S. Army veteran.
He is survived by his wife, Betty M. Boughner; a son, Ray A. Boughner Jr., daughter, Dottie Jean Booth and Melanie Eileen Meade; seven grandchildren; a great-grandcaughter; brothers Warren Boughner and Carl Boughner; and sisters, Dolores Westbrook and Marlene Piatt.
There will be no public visitation or services.
Arrangements are being handled by the Todd Funeral Home in Beaver, Pa.

Carmen Zungali Obituary

Carmen Zungali
Died April 19, 2004

WELLSVILLE -- Carmen Zungali, 80, of Center Street, died Monday, April 19, 2004, at City Hospital after suddenly taking ill.
He was born in Patton, Pa., Dec. 20, 1923, a son of the late Michael and Catherine Rogers Zungali.
He worked as a molder and brancher at the Patton Clay Manufacturing Co. He served with the U. s. Army during World War II and was a member of Immaculate Conception Church.
He is survived by a son, Richard Zungali of Blasdell, N. Y.; a sister, Emma Brinzo of Patton; a brother, Philip “Willie” Zungali of Patton and two grandchildren.
The Rev. Bernard Gaeta will be celebrant of a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Patton, where a graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday.
Visitation is from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Roberts Funeral Home in Wellsville and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Stevens Funeral Home in, 1004 Fifth Ave., Patton.

Alice Green Obituary

Alice Green
Died Dec. 7, 2003

MIDLAND – Alice C. Green, 81, died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2003, at UPMC Presbyterian hospital in Pittsburgh.
She was born Feb. 18, 1922, in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Morgan and Lillian Noble Carland.
She was employed at the Midland Center, Beaver county Area Labor Management Committee and was a member of St. Blaise Parish.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James r. Green, and son, James R. Green Jr.
She is survived by a daughter, Patricia Green Liberatore of Marriottsville, Md.; son, Kevin M. Green of Midland; a sister, Mary Emma Smith of East Liverpool; and six grandchildren.
Father George Balasko will be the celebrant in a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Interment will be in Beaver Cemetery.
Visitation will be in the Schwerha Funeral Home from 7 to 9 tonight and from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday.

H. Keith Rogers Obituary

H. Keith Rogers
Died Dec. 15, 2003

EAST PALESTINE – H. Keith Rogers, 71, of Carbon Hill Road, died at 9:35 p.m. Monday, Dec. 15, 2003, at St. Elizabeth Hospital Medical Center following a brief illness.
He was born June 8, 1932,in Darlington, Pa., a son of the late Harold C. and Los Derringer Rogers.
He was employed as a mechanic with Brittain Motors Inc. until retiring. Re served with the U.S. Air Force.
He is survived by his wife, Florence M. Dishong Vocature Rogers; a daughter, Bettianne Jones of Salem; a sister, Janet Brydebell of Riviera Beach, Fla.; two grandchildren; and a great-grandson.
A memorial service will be held a later date.
Visitation is from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Oliver-Linsley Funeral Home.

Bryan Hall Pelley Obituary

Byran Pelley
Died March 30, 2004

EMERYVILLE, Calif. – Bryan Hall Pelley, 73, passed away March 30, 2004, at Kaiser Hospital in Hayward, Calif.
He was born Sept, 26, 1930, in East Liverpool to Milton and Nell Pelly.
He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and retired from Westraco in Emeryville, Calif.
He is survived by his wife, Karhryn L. Pelley; sons, Alan and Michael; two grandchildren; and three sisters, Betty Myers, Gayle Merriman of East Liverpool and Olive Emmerling of Canton, Ohio
There were no service.

La Wanda M. Johnston Obituary

La Wanda M. Johnston
Died April 16, 2004

CALCUTTA – La Wanda M. Johnston, 68, of Lois Lane, passed away Friday, April 16, 2004, at her home.
She was born Feb. 26, 1936, in Canton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Frank and Masie (Altic) Sheline Masuraca.
La Wanda was a member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church and had retired from the former Crucible Steel Mill as a Registered Nurse n 1982.
Mrs. Johnston is survived by her husband, William T. Johnston at home, to whom she was married Aug. 29, 1959.
She is also survived by a daughter, Vanessa L. Johnston at home; a son, William B. Johnston and his wife Wendy of Wooster, Ohio; a brother Frank A. Sheline II and his wife Marjorie of Hartville, Ohio; a sister, Marie E. Kasinger and her husband Norman of Rawlins, Wyo.; and a sister-in-law, Lois V. Johnston of Toronto, Ohio.
La Wanda is also survived by four grandchildren, Breanne, Lindsey, Savannah and Nicholas Johnston, all of Wooster; three Nephews, Frank A. Sheline III and his wife Michele and their sons, Ian and Nathan, And Drew Kasinger and Dalton Kasinger all of Rawlins; and a niece, Lori Werstler and her husband Ryan with their daughter Paige of Canton, Ohio.
Friends and family will be received from 1 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the Calcutta Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes and 10 t0 11 a.m. Monday at the Clarke Funeral Home in Toronto, where the Rev. Ricky Riggs will officiate services at 11 a.m.
Burial will follow in the Sugar Grove Cemetery on County Road 68 at Toronto.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Multiple Myelmo Association at www.mutiplemyeoma.org.
Following the funeral service and burial on Monday, friends and family are invited to go to the Sugar Grove United Methodist Church for a luncheon.
Friends and family may send condolences or view this obituary online at www.altmeyer.com.

James P. Aber Obituary

James Aber
Died April 19, 2004

MIDLAND – James P. Aber, 54, died Monday, April 19, 2004, in Mercy Hospital from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
He was born March 25, 1950, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Jay C. and Jeanne Reasinger Aber.
He was retired from Duquesne Light Company where he had been a radiology technician. He was also a U.S. Army veteran.
He is survived by his daughters, Jeannie Aber of Penn Hills and Donna Lynn Aber of Steubenville; his son, James R. Aber of North Huntington; brother, Bob Aber of Pittsburgh; sister, Jeanne Sheppard of Penn Hills; and a grandson.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday at the D.L. Williams Funeral Home in Midland where the Rev. Bob Kern of the Community Bible Baptist Church will officiate.
Full military honors will be observed. Interment will take place in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.
Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today and 2 to 4and 6 to 8.p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Joanne Louise Perkins Obituary

Joanne Louise Perkins
Died Dec. 14, 2003

ALIQUIPPA – Joanne Louise Perkins, 64, formerly of Wellsville, died Sunday, Dec. 14, 2003, at Magee Women’s Hospital in Pittsburgh.
She was born in Wellsville Sept. 16, 1939, a daughter of the late General Lee and Mary Frances Jackson Martin.
Joanne was a 1957 graduate of Wellsville High School and a member of the Baptist Church. She worked as a laundry associate for Motel 6 in Coraopolis, Pa., and was an avid bowler participating in the SAC Bowling League, the Friday Morning Strike Outs and the Tru-Shot Mixed League at the Baden Bowl.
Survivors include her husband, William Perkins, at home, whom she married May 27, 1972; two daughters, Belinda Cook of Atlanta, Ga., and Mary Cook of New York, N.Y.; a son, Willie Cook of Aliquippa; two sister, Charlotte Collins of Wellsville and Patricia Pullie and her husband Luther of Wellsville; and three brothers, John Henry Martin and his wife Verneta of Wellsville, Milton Martin and his wife Donnie of Toledo and Paul Martin and his wife Marcella of Charlotte, N. C. There are three grandchildren, Todd, Erik and Ashlee Cook
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Roberts Funeral Home with the Rev. Bob Phillip of Central United Methodist Church presiding. Burial will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery.
Visitation will be private, but the funeral is open to friends and neighbors of the family.

Robert C. Oswalt Obituary

Robert Oswalt
Died Dec. 15, 2003

WELLVILLE – Robert C. Oswalt, 83, of Wellsville, died Monday, Dec. 15, 2003, at East Liverpool City Hospital following a lengthy illness.
He was born in Alliance, June 10, 1920, a son of the late O.C. and Louva Roath Oswalt.
He owned and operated the former Oswalt Auto Body and Motor Sales in Salineville and served with the U. S. Army during World War II.
He is survived by his wife, Eleanor Roush Oswalt; two sons, John M. Oswalt at home and Robert D. Oswalt of Cleveland ; one brother, Bruce Oswalt of Clearwater, Fla.; and two sisters, Barbara Jones of Venice, Fla., and Marilyn Donahue of California.
Private family services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial in Spring Hill Cemetery.
The Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Home in Wellsville in charge.

Eugene McIntosh Obituary

Eugene McIntosh
Died April 22, 2004

LISBON –Eugene McIntosh, 68, of McAllister Road, passed away at 10:41 a.m. Thursday, April 22, 2004, at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh following an apparent heart attack.
He was born Nov. 11, 1935, in Jackson, Ky., a son of the late Berry and Marier (Helton) McIntosh.
He worked as a foreman at Carl Manufacturing Company in Lisbon until his retirement.
He is survived by his daughters, Mary Ann Joy of Washingtonville and Carol Dugan of Akron; sons, Rick E. McIntosh of Elyria and James E. McIntosh of East Liverpool; sisters, Gefronia Allen of Cincinnati, Louis Barnett of Jackson, Carol Frombach of Phoenix, Ariz. And Kathy Bruno of Erie, Pa.; brother, Jimmy McIntosh of Erie; 12 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter.
He was preceded in death by his former wife, Helen McIntosh.
A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday at the Eells-Leggett-Stauffer Funeral Home with the Rev. Herbert E. DeLong of Lisbon Assembly of God officiating.
Private graveside services will be held at a later date at Lisbon Cemetery.
Visitation is one hour prior to the memorial service Sunday at the funeral home.

Clyde E. (Ed) Dickey Obituary

Clyde E. ‘Ed’ Dickey
Died April 20, 2004

NEGLEY -- Clyde E. ‘Ed’ Dickey, age 67, of 51047 Richardson St., died at 11:40 a.m. Tuesday, April 20, 2004, at his home.
Mr. Dickey was born Sept. 16, 1936, in Unity, a son of the late Robert and Elizabeth B. Wallace Candel and had lived in this area all of his life. He had served in the U. S. army and had attended the Negley United Methodist Church. He was a self-employed truck driver for 26 years, retiring in 1999.
He is survived by his wife, the former Doris A. Parker whom he married Dec. 27, 1966; his stepmother, Dorothy Dickey of Negley; a son, Terry Dickey of Lisbon; a sister, Mrs. Jim (Darlene) Dangelo of Summitville; three Sister-in-laws, Mrs. Roger (Martha) Mitchell of Valrico, Fla., Mrs. Terry (Nancy) Holtom of Vero Beach, Fla., and Mrs. Ed (Carolyn) Derringer of Rogers; two grandchildren, Corey Dickey and Josh Dickey; several nieces and nephews and his best buddy “Boomer.”
He was preceded in death by his stepfather, Arnold Dickey, who had raised him since childhood, and a sister, Helen Wilson.
Private family services will be held in Glenview Cemetery, East Palestine. There are no calling hours. If friends desire, material tributes may take the form of a donation to Hospice of the Valley, P.O. Box 2398, East Liverpool, Ohio 43920. Arrangements were made by the Van Dyke-Swaney Funeral Home, East Palestine.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.familycareservices.com.

Stella Marie Barton Obituary

Stella Barton
Died Dec. 15, 2003

IRONDALE – Stella Marie Barton, 67, of Irondale, died Monday, Dec. 15, 2003, in the emergency room at Beaver Medical Center following a brief illness.
She was born in Malden, Mass., Dec. 2, 1936, a daughter of the late Peter and Sophie (Borbas) Orluk.
She was employed by Alpha Electronics Industry.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles H. Barton.
She is survived by two sons, Shon P. Barton of Industry, Pa., and Charles P. Barton of Irondale; one sister, Louise Pozzi of Spring Hill, Fla.; and two grandchildren.
A memorial gathering will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday at her home on Saline Street. Burial will take place in the spring in Malden, Mass.
The Roberts Funeral Home is in charge.

George Robert Bell IV Obituary

George Robert Bell IV, infant
Died April 26, 2004

WEIRTON – George Robert Bell IV, died Arpil 26, 2004, a stillborn infant.
He was a son of George R. Bell III and Michelle Lynn Bennett Bell of Weirton.
He is also survived by maternal grandmother, Nancy Bennett of Weirton; maternal great-grandmother, Wilda Price of Follansbee; paternal grandmother, Vonnettia Bell of Folsom, W.Va.; paternal grandfather, George Bell Jr. of New Cumberland; paternal great-grandmother, Janice Sullivan of New Cumberland; aunts, Vonnettia Lockguard and Melissa Dunn; and uncles, Michael Bell, Tracey Bell, Marc Bell and Harold Bennett Jr.
He was preceded in death by maternal grandfather, Harold Bennett Sr.
Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. at the New Cumberland Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home.
Visitation is from noon until the time of service on Thursday.

Juanita Holland Jenkins Obituary

Juanita Jenkins
Died April 23, 2004

SALINEVILLE - Juanita Holland Jenkins, 87, formerly of Clarks Mill Road, died Friday, April 23, 2004, at the Blossom Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Salem after a lengthy illness.
She was born in McDowell County, W.Va., March 20, 1917, a daughter of the late Benjamin Franklin and Kathryn Clay Holland.
She worked as a cook a the Highlandtown School at one time and was a member of the Highlandtown Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Sterling Jenkins, and a son, Janell Jenkins.
She is survived by two sons, Ellwood Jenkins of Georgetown, S.C., and Delana “Snatch” Jenkins of Salineville; two daughters, Ruby Jones, with whom she resided, and Joyce Fraley of Salineville; a brother, Bufford Holland of Manassas, Va.; a sister, Kathleen Henderson of Iaegar, W.Va.; 10 grandchildren’ 15 great-grandchildren; and seven great-great-grandchildren.
The Rev. Charles Chaney of Springfield Methodist Church and the Rev. Jim Ray of Highlandtown Methodist Church will conduct services at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Wellsville Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes. Burial will be in Highlandtown Cemetery.
Visitation is from 5 to 8 tonight.

Merle R. McMaster Obituary

Merle McMaster
Died April 24, 2004

TORONTO – Merle R. McMaster, 76, died Saturday, April 24, 2004, at Trinity Medical-West.
He was born Jan. 7, 1928, in Philo, Ohio, a son of the late Ernest and Lula Hood McMaster.
He retired as a diesel mechanic from Weir Cove Moving and Storage. He served with the U> S. Army during World War II.
He is survived by his wife, Bonita McMaster, at home; three daughters, Judy Schmidt of Wintersville, Kathy ‘ross of Amsterdam, Ohio, and Jeanie Austin of Livingston, Tenn.; two sons, Carl McMaster of Millersburg, Ohio, and Morris “Tex” McMaster of Hilham, Tenn.; 13 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.
Son Morris McMaster will conduct services at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Clarke Funeral Home. Burial will be in Sugar Grove Cemetery, where the Toronto American Legion will accord graveside honors.
Visitation is from 6 to 8 tonight and from 11 am. to 1 p.m. Tuesday.

Delano F. McCartney Obituary

Delano F. McCartney
Died April 20, 2004

CALCUTTA – Delano F. McCartney, 69, of Duke Road, Calcutta, Ohio, passed away at East Liverpool City Hospital on Tuesday, April 20, 2004, after a lengthy illness.
Mr. McCartney was born in Grantsville, W.Va., on April 14, 1935. The son of Mrs. Coe M. (Hickman) McCartney of Calcutta and the late O. G. McCartney. He had lived most of his life in this area working for 22 years at the former American Vitrified and retiring in 1992 from Ohio Edison working at their Sammis Plant as a Auxiliary Tender.
He was an avid softball player in his younger years and enjoyed camping, fishing and woodworking.
Mr. McCartney is survived by his wife, Nina B. (Godfrey) McCartney whom he married on December 27, 1955.
Other survivors include two sons, Michael D. McCartney and his wife, Nancy , of Marietta, Ohio, and Terry R. McCartney and his wife, Debi, of East Liverpool, Ohio; two brothers, Ersel McCartney of East Liverpool and Ethan McCartney of Streetsboro, Ohio; and three grandchildren, Art McCartney of East Liverpool, ad Erin and Kelsie McCartney of Marietta, Ohio.
In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a brother, Parker McCartney; and a sister, Ureta Simpson.
Services will be held at the Calcutta Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Home at 11 p.m. on Saturday, Arpil 24th, 2004, with Rev. Ralph Compa Officiating.
Burial will follow in the United Presbyterian Cemetery of Calcutta.
The family will be present to receive friends at the Calcutta Chapel on Friday, April 23, 2004, form 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Family and friends will gather at the Martin MacLean Altmeyer East Liverpool Chapel and Hospitality Center at 145 W. 5th Street for food and fellowship immediately after the service.
Friends my view this obituary, sign the guest book or send condolences online at www.altmeyeer.com.

Margaret A. Connelly Obituary

Margaret A. Connelly
Died Dec. 10, 2003

CHESTER – Margaret A. Connelly, 83, of West Ninth Street, East Liverpool, died at 7:15 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2203, at the Fox Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following a lengthy illness.
Born in East Liverpool Aug. 6, 1919, daughter of the late John F. and Beatrice McClurg Connelly, she was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church.
A lifelong resident of the area, she retired from the payroll office of Homer Laughlin China Co. in 1987 after working more than 40 years.
A sister, Mrs. Daun (Mary) Gitschier of East Liverpool and a nephew, Kurt Gitschier of Canton, survive.
A sister, Wilma Connelly, and three Brothers, Willard J., Jack and Francis Connelly, Preceded her in death.
Calling hours will be at the Dawson Funeral Home on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Aloysius Catholic Church 10 a.m. Saturday.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Family and friends will gather at the Dawson Family Center following the services at the Cemetery.
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Richard L. Scott Sr. Obituary

Richard L. Scott
Died April 1, 2004

EAST LIVERPOOL – Richard L. Scott Sr., 71, of Grant Street died at 3 a.m. Thursday, April 1, 2004, at Presbyterian University Hospital following a short illness.
Born in East Liverpool Oct. 25, 1932, son of the late Robert Scott Sr. and Mildred Osborn Scott, he was a member of the Eat Liverpool High School Class of 1952.
A lifelong resident of the city, he was a retired union carpenter and also owned and operated Scotty’s Place.
A member of the East Liverpool High School Alumni Association, he was very active with the Class of ’52 Committee. A member of the East Liverpool High School Athletic Hall of Fame, he was honored as a member of the 1950 State Championship Track Team.
An honorary life member of the East Liverpool Jaycees, he worked diligently to raise money for Special Olympics. He also was a member and Past Exalted Ruler of the Benevolent & Protective Order of the Elks Lodge 258.
His wife, Linda Cahill Scott, whom he married May 8, 1953, survives at home.
Two daughters, Leah Scott at home and Lisa Ramsey of East Liverpool, and four sons, Randy S. Scott of Midway City, Calif., Richard l. Scott Jr. of Cumming, Ga., Ronald J. Scott Sr. and Raymond C. Scott, both at home survive.
A sister, Margaret Oyster and her husband David of South Lyon, Mich., and a brother, Robert Scott Jr. of Longview, Texas, also survive.
There are six grandchildren, Jennifer Ramsey, Amanda Scott, Andrew Scott, Alycia Ramsey, Ronald Scott Jr., and Ryan Scott, and a great-granddaughter, Rayden Deem.
A sister, Jean Wood, preceded him in death.
Friends m ay call Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. An Elks service will be held at 6 p.m.
The Rev. Gary LeMasters will conduct services at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Immediately following the services, family and friends will gather in fellowship at eh Dawson Family Center.
The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to Robert Bycroft School, 35947 St. Route 172, Lisbon, OH 44432.
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James E. Daniels Obituary

James E. Daniels
Died Nov. 29, 2003

BELPRE, Ohio – services were held Friday for James E. Daniels Jr., 42, of Oak Street, Colonial Square, who died Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003, at the residence of his parents in Parkersburg, W.Va.
Born in East Liverpool July 19, 1961, son of James E. and Sara Hargreaves Daniels of Parkersburg, he was a lifelong resident of the Parkersburg-Belpre area.
A sister, Nancy K. Daniels, died Feb. 19, 1999. His paternal grandparents, Alvin and Sara Josephine Daniels, and his maternal grandparents, Omar and Frances Hargreaves, also preceded him in death.
Burial was in Columbiana County Memorial Park. The Dawson Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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Sarah F. Purton Obituary

Sarah F. Purton
Died April 23, 2004

WELLSVILLE – Sarah F. Purton, 79, formerly of Y. & O. Road, who had resided for the last five years at Adkins Convalescent Center No. 1, died at 5:05 a.m. Friday, April 23, 2oo4, at East Liverpool City Hospital following a lengthy illness.
Born in East Liverpool Nov. 4, 1924, daughter of Felix J. and Frances Sayre Savage, she was a member of the East Liverpool High School Class of 1942
A member of St. Agatha’s Catholic Church in West Point, she was a lifelong resident of the area. At one time she worked at Hall China, and she retired from the Columbiana County ‘board of Elections in 1987.
An avid bowler and golfer, she participated in many local, state and national bowling competitions. A former member of the Tri-Angle Seniors, she also held membership in the East Liverpool High School Alumni Association.
Her husband, William E. Purton, whom she married May 17, 1947, survives at home.
A daughter, Mrs. William (Mary) Claney of warren and a son, Patrick W. Purton and his wife Mary Rose of Struthers, survive.
Ther are three grandchildren, Julie Detchson and her husband Scott of Boardman, Patricks S. Purton and his wife Renee of Austintown, and Gloria R. Purton of Austintown.
A step-great-granddaughter, Tara Detchson, also survives.
A son, Daniel C. Purton, and two brothers, William J. Savage and Patrick Savage, preceded her in death.
Friends may cal Sunday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Fr. Robert Edwards will be celebrant of a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Aloysius Catholic Church.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Immediately following the services, family and friends will gather in fellowship at the Dawson Family Center.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Agatha’s Catholic Church, 271 West Chestnut Street, Lisbon, Ohio 44432 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 3736 Boardman-Canfield Road, P.O. Box 321, Canfield, OH 44406-0321.
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Fay L. Delaney Obituary

Fay L. Delaney
Died April 6, 2004

EAST LIVERPOOL – Mrs. Fay L. Delaney, 78, of Williams Avenue, died at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Tuesday, April 6, 2004, where she was taken after becoming suddenly ill.
The daughter of the late Ross and Ollie (Meehan) Carnes, Mrs. Delaney was born in Lisbon Jan. 27, 1926, and reside in this area her entire life. She was a graduate of the Lisbon High School, Class of 1943, and enjoyed spending time working her crossword puzzles.
She is survived by her husband, Norman C. Delaney, whom she married on Jan. 31, 1957.
Mr. Delaney is also survived by her children, David A. Delaney and his wife Mary of Blue Rock, Ohio, Debra J. Stoddard of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Norma S. Dukelow and her husband Bret J. of Chesapeake, Va. She is also survived by her six grandchildren, Brandy Harman of Greenville, N. C., Kelly Stoddard of Winston-Salem, N.C., David A. Delaney II of Youngstown, Christa Delaney of East Liverpool, David A. Barckhoff of Conneaut, Pa. And Dana M. Barckhoff of Blue Rock, Ohio.
Besides her parents, Mrs. Delaney is preceded in death by four brothers.
Services will be held at the Calcutta Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes at 11 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2004, with Rev. Charles Parry officiating.
Burial will follow in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
The family will be present to receive friends at the funeral home in Calcutta from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today, April 8, 2004.
The family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to a favorite charity.
Friends may view this obituary, sign the guest book or send condolences on line at www.altmeyer.com.

Betty Lee Ensinger Obituary

Betty Ensinger
Died Jan. 6, 2004

EAST LIVERPOOL – Betty Lee Ensinger, 82, of West Fourth Street, died at 12:35 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004, at East Liverpool City Hospital, where she had been a patient for two weeks.
Born in Barnesville, Ohio, Dec. 22, 1921, a daughter of the late Harold and Grace Nichols Frazier.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church of East Liverpool.
She worked as a sales clerk at one time for the former Rapport’s Dress Shop.
She is survived by her husband, Homer Ensinger; two sons, Ronald H. Ensinger of Calcutta and Larry R. Ensinger of Bowling Green, Ohio; a sister, Grace Rice of Chester; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
The Rev. James Beach of the church will conduct services at 11 a.m. Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Visitation is Thursday at the funeral home, where the family will be present form 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.

Carol Helenthal Obituary

Carol Helenthal
Died Dec. 10, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL – Carol Helenthal, 58, of Orchard Grove Avenue, died at 4:45 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003, at Altman Hospital in Canton, where she had been a patient for eight days.
Born in East Liverpool, March 16, 1945, daughter of the late Sylvester D. And Grace Moore Mays, she was a lifelong resident of the area.
She worked at AAA Travel Agency as a travel counselor for nearly 40 years.
Her husband, Gary D. Helenthal, whom she married Dec. 30, 1972, survives at home.
A sister, Mrs. Grace Eileen Kennedy of Carmel, Ind., and two brothers, Dale D. Mays of Wellsville and Glenn E. Mays of East Liverpool, survive.
Many nieces and nephews also survive.
Friends may call Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Elder Betsy Chetwynd of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church will conduct services at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park
Immediately following burial family and friends will gather at the Dawson Family Center for fellowship.
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Lloyd George Foster Obituary

Lloyd George Foster
Died April 3, 2004

LAKE ELSIONORE, Calif., -- Lloyd George Foster, 86, of Stoneman Street, formerly of East Liverpool, died at 12:40 a.m. Saturday, April 3, 2004, at Country Villa in Murieta, Calif., where he had been a patient for two months.
Born in New Cumberland, Nov. Y. 1917, son of Harry and Patience Cooke Foster, he was a member of the Grace United Presbyterian Church.
While serving with the U. S. Army’s 3rd Division in Europe during World War II, he was captured and taken prisoner in Anzio, Italy, and was held for 18 months.
A past employee of Hall China Co. and the Crucible Steel co., where he worked in the railroad yards, he also worked as a fabricator for the H. I. Thompson Co. in California, where he made fiberglass fillers for space missions.
A member of American Legion Post 374, the Car Barn heathens, the Disabled American Veterans, and Anzio Beachhead Veterans of World War II, he played baseball in the East Liverpool are for many years in city and legion leagues.
His wife, Mary Kathryn Foster, whom he married Dec. 25, 1939, died March 2, 2001.
A daughter, Cassandra Yager of Lake Elsionore, Calif., and a son, Ronald Foster of Corena, Calif., survive along with a sister, Mrs. Norman (Dorothy) Barnett.
Nine grandchildren, Melissa, Traci, Don, Valda, Erin, Shawn, Ryan, Quinn, and Ian, survive.
There are seven great-grandchildren, Megan, David, Brianne, Crystal, Dillon, Owen and Gwen.
Friends may call Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
Services are planned for 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home with Rev. James Slate officiating.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Full military honors will be provided by the Tri-State Veterans Burial Group.
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Mary Ellen Sloan Maze (Mamaw) Obituary

Mary Ellen Sloan “Mamaw” Maze
Died Dec. 2, 2003

EAST LIVERPOOL – Mary Ellen Sloan “Mamaw”Maze, 83, of Ashland Place, went to be with her Savior at 5:20 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2003, at East Liverpool City Hospital following a brief illness.
Born in Sutton, W.Va., Jan. 12, 1920, daughter of the late Robert Bruce and Frankie Zaretha White Sloan, she was a lifelong resident of the area and a homemaker.
Her husband, Herbert L. Maze, died Feb. 18, 1981. Two sons, ‘Courtney Allen Maze and Herbert Lincoln Maze, also preceded her in death along with a granddaughter, Angel Fawn Maze; a sister, Anna Charlana Sloan Grise; and a brother, Robert Bruce Sloan.
Three daughters, Mrs. Kenneth “Red” (Mary “Jeep”) Montgomery of East Liverpool, Mrs. Lester “Babe” (Marlene) French of Bridgeville, Pa., and April Beadnell of Alliance, survive along with three sons, Rhett B. Maze Sr., and Ralph And Roland Maze, all of East Liverpool.
Twenty grandchildren, Kenneth, Charles, Amy, Christopher, Sarah, Carla, Wendy, April, Stacey, Robbie, Jim, Michelle, Rachael, Faith, Julie, Rhett Jr., Tammy, Missy, Jeremy and Brandie, also survive. There are 23 great-grandchildren and a grat-great-granddaughter.
Friends may call Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present form 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m.
The Rev. Robert Merki of the First Church of the Nazarene of East Liverpool will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at eh funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park
Immediately following burial, family and friends will gather at the Dawson Family Center for fellowship.
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