Friday, October 29, 2010

Mrs. Mary Howell Obituary

Mary Howell
Weirton Daily Times
Tues., 11/7/1950

Miss Mary Howell, 70, resident of Wheeling for the past 40 years, died yesterday at 3:45 p.m. in Wheeling hospital where she had been a patient for eight days.
Born in Steubenville, December 28, 1879, a daughter of the late Eli and Sarah Baker Howell, she spent her early life in Colliers. She resided at 1228 National road.
Miss Howell was a member of the Colliers Christian church and had attended Vance Memorial Presbyterian church while living in Wheeling. She was a charter member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen at Steubenville.
Surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Jennie Mackey, of Steubenville, Miss Julietta Howell and Miss Mabel Howell, both of Colliers, two brothers, Ross of Akron, O., and Howard Howell of Colliers.
Friends will be received at the James funeral home, 1245 Main street, Follansbe after 5 p.m. today. Services will be conducted at the funeral home Thursday at 2 p.m. The Rev. Allen S. Fields of New Cumberland will officiate. Interment will follow in St. John’s cemetery.

Willis Derby Obituary

Willis Derby
Weirton Daily Times
Sat., 4/22/1978

JACKSONBURG –Willis M. Derby, 83, Jacksonburg, W. VA., died Thursday in Reynold Memorial Hospital in Glen Dale.
He was a retired power foreman for Consolidated gas Supply Corp. and a veteran of World War I. His wife, Addie B. Derby, died in 1975.
He is survived by two sons; Three daughters; three brothers, including Allen of Weirton; two sisters, 22 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.
Friends will be received at the Palmer Funeral Home, Pine Grove, after 2 p.m. today. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday in Pine Grove Church of God. Interment in Glen Haven memory Gardens, Paden City.

Deveda Grimes Obituary

Miss Deveda Grimes
Weirton Daily Times
Sat. 4/22/1978

STEUBENVILLE – Miss Deveda Jane Grimes, 59, of 158 N. Fourth Street, Steubenville was dead on arrival at Ohio Valley Hospital on Friday.
She was a waitress at the Green Mill and Diamond Dinor.
Survivors include one sister and one brother.
Friends will be received at McClave-Chandler-Mills Funeral Home, Steubenville, Sunday 2-4 and 7-9, where services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Robert E. Reed officiating. Burial in Union Cemetery.

Mrs. Lanell McBurney Obituary

Mrs. Lanell McBurney
Weirton Daily Times
Mon., 10/2/1978

WEIRTON – Mrs. Lanell McBurney, 66, 1216 Euclid Ave., died this morning in Royal Pavilion Extended Care Facility, Steubenville.
Born June 13, 1912, in Sullivan, Ind., she was the daughter of the late James Harve and Maude Daly Conner.
She belonged to the Cove United Presbyterian Church, Wellsburg Eastern Star and the Woman’s Association of the church.
Surviving are a son, Lee of Weirton; a daughter, Miss Deborah McBurney at home; a sister, Lilleen Cox, Atlanta; two grandchildren.
Her husband G. Donal McBurney, died in June, 1978. Two brothers L. D. Bill and Leland Conner, preceded her in death.
Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 Tuesday and Wednesday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with Dr. G. Ousley Brown officiating. Burial in Mt. Prospect Cemetery, Hickory, Pa. Her favorite charities were the Hancock County Unit of the American Cancer Society and the Cove United Presbyterian Church.

Florence Baker Obituary

Florence Baker
Weirton Daily Times
Mon., 10/2/1978

WEIRTON – Florence Baker of 221 Sycamore ST., died this morning at Weirton Medical Center.
Arrangements are incomplete at Presley Funeral Home.

Robert I. Morrow Obituary

Robert Morrow
Weirton Daily Times
Mon., 10/2, 1978

PITTSBURGH – Robert I. Morrow, 71, of Library Road, Pittsburgh, died Saturday in Pittsburgh.
He was born Nov. 19, 1906 in Weirton, son of the late James Irvin and Belle Morrow.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Pulver Morrow; one son, Paul Morrow, Pittsburgh; two daughters, Mrs. Vera Scullon, Pittsburgh, and Mrs. Roberta McCoerlary, West Virginia.
Friends will be received 2-4 and 7-9 today at the John F. Slater Funeral Home in Pittsburgh. Burial at noon Tuesday in Three Springs Drive Cemetery, Weirton

Thomas L. Cawthon Obituary

Thomas L. Cawthon
Weirton Daily Times
Mon., 10/2/1978

WELLSBURG – Thomas L. Cawthon, 52, 2222 Marianna ST., Wellsburg, died in the Weirton Medical Center Sunday.
Born Oct. 17, 1926, in Follansbee, he was the son of the late Stephen and Hazel Bucy Cawthon.
He was an employee of Weirton /Steel Division, a Navy veteran and a member of the Wellsburg Masonic Lodge.
Surviving are his wife, Eleanora Forsbach Cawthon; a daughter, Mrs. Vicky Miller, Clarkston, Wash.; three sons, Tim of Helleronton, Pa., Phillip of Wellsburg, and Tommy of N. Hollywood, Calif.; two sisters, Mrs. Wilma McDonald, Pine Bluff, Ark., and Mrs. Roy Smith, Wellsburg; a brother, Stephen Fr. Of Follansbee; seven grandchildren.
Friends may call 7-9 Tuesday and 2-4 and 7-9 Wednesday at the Chambers Funeral Home, Wellsburg, where services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday with the Rev. S. William Shannon officiating. Burial Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens with Masonic graveside services.

Austin Frances Eastham Obituary

Austin Frances Eastham
Weirton Daily Times
Mon., 10/2/1978

NEW CUMBERLAND – Austin Francis Eastham, 34, RD 1, New Cumberland, died Sunday morning at his home.
He was born June 19, 1944 at Reader, W.VA., son of Austin and H. Jessie Arnett Eastham of East Liverpool he was a retired lineman and a veteran of the Navy.
Besides his parents he is survived by his wife, Edna Ryan Eastham, at home; two daughters, Lisa Ann and Wilma Louise, both at home; three sons, Austin F. Jr., Ben E. and Donald L., at home; five sisters, Mrs. Donald (Wilma) Smith and Mrs. James (Cammie) Willis, Salineville, Ohio, Mrs. Doug (Doris) Griffin, Middleboro, VA., Mrs. Thomas (Wanda) Shelds, Glenmore, Ohio, Mrs. Loretta Green, East Liverpool, one brother, Eugene, East Liverpool.
Friends may call at the Turley Funeral Home 2-4 and 7-9 Tuesday, where services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Pastor Gilbert Goodwin officiating. Burial in New Cumberland Cemetery.

Mike Steve Hirkala Obituary

Mike Steve Hirkala
Weirton Daily Times
Tues., 11/7/1950

Final rites for Mike Steve Hirkala, resident of 3808 Brightway, Marland Heights who died Monday morning , will be held Thursday morning at nine o’clock from the St. Paul’s church. Msgr. D. P. Murphy will officiate for the service.
Burial will be in the St. Paul’s cemetery and friends are being received at the Schwerha funeral home.

Thomas Paul Brady, Infant Obituary

Thomas Paul Brady, Infant
Weirton Daily Times
Tues., 11/7/1950

Thomas Paul Brady, seven week old son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brady of 1211 Hanlin Way, died at the Children’s hospital in Pittsburg early this morning. The infant was in ill health since birth on September 15, 1950.
Surviving besides his parents are maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Grapa of Weirton and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Brady of Steubenville, Ohio.
A funeral service will be held Thursday morning with Magr. D. P. Murphy in charge. Burial will be made in the Mt. Calvary cemetery, Steubenville, Ohio. Friends are being received at the Steel and Wolfe Funeral home.

Frank Kidrilakis Obituary

Frank Kidrilakis
Weirton Daily Times
Wed., 7/29,1942

Frank Kidrilakis of 202 Avenue B, Weirton passed away this morning at the St. Francis hospital in Pittsburg. He has been confined to the hospital for the past two months.
Kidrilakis was born in Chios, Greece on January 6, 1896 and came to Weirton 29 years ago. He has been employed in the Tin Mill department of the Weirton Steel company for the past 28 years.
He is survived by his father, James who still resides in Chios, Greece. He is a member of the Greek Orthodox church on Avenue A.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Greek church with the Rev. James Bouras officiating. Interment will be at the Paris cemetery on Weirton Heights. Burial arrangements are in charge of the Hertnick Funeral Home on Main street.
Friends may view the remains at the home later this evening.

Clarence W. Howell Obituary

C. W. Howell
Weirton Daily Times
Wed., 9/28/32

Chester—Clarence W. Howell, 38, manager of the Atlantic and Pacific company store on Carolina Avenue and Third street, died early Tuesday morning in is home on Avondale street, East Liverpool.
He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Florence Howell; one daughter, Nancy Louise; his mother, Mrs. Martha Howell of East Liverpool; two brothers, Rev. Samuel Howell of East Palestine and Edmund at home and one sister, Mary at home.
Funeral services were held this afternoon in the home on Avondale street, East Liverpool, in charge of the Methodist Protestant church. Burial was made in the Riverview cemetery.

John Ludwig Obituary

JOHN LUDWIG
The Review
Wednesday, July 25, 2001

Deerfield Beach, Fla. – John D. Ludwig, 89, formerly of Columbiana, died Sunday, July 22, 2001, in Florida.
He was born in Ripley, W.Va., June 2, 1912, a son of the late Charles Franklin and Sara Frances Spears Ludwig.
He had been employed at the former Crucible Steel Co. in Midland.
He is survived by his wife, Mariam Ludwig; eight daughters, Elma Henshaw and Linda Fletcher of Lisbon, Ruth Stone of Rossford, Ohio, Carolyn Delgado of Streetsboro, Ohio, Nancy Barth of Woodville, Ohio, Mary Mercer of East Palestine, Betty Evanchec of Linesville, Pa., and Rita Lubbers of Lighthouse Point, Fla.; four sons, James Ludwig of Mathis, Texas, Virgil Ludwig of Brecksville, Ohio, Jack Ludwig of Newton Falls, Ohio and George Ludwig of Columbiana; a sister, Pauline Small of Parkersburg, W.Va.; 42 grandchildren, 81 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a son, Carl Ludwig.
Local Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at the First Church of God, 464 Northeast Ave., Tallmadge, Ohio.
The Kraeer-Becker Funeral Home, Deerfield Beach, is in charge of arrangements.

Malcom McBurney Obituary

MALCOLM MCBURNEY
The Review
Wednesday, July 25, 2001

East Liverpool – Malcolm Edgar McBurney, 89, of Frederick Heights, died Monday, July 23, 2001, at City Hospital, following a brief illness.
He was born in Weirton, Feb. 19, 1912, a son of the late George and Mary Rankin McBurney.
He was owner and operator of the former McBurney Pharmacy in East Liverpool for 45 years.
The Calcutta Chapel of the Martin-MacLean-Altmeyer Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements.

Dr. John D. O'Brien Ph.D. Obituary

DR. JOHN D. O’BRIEN, PH.D.
The Review
Wed., July 25, 2001

Hubbard, Ohio – Dr. John D. O’Brien, Ph.D, 59, of Chestnut Ridge Road, died at 3:08 a.m. Friday, July 20, 2001, at Northside Hospital in Youngstown following a brief illness.
Dr. O’Brien was born in East Liverpool Aug. 2, 1941. His father, John E. O’Brien, died in 1977. His mother, Jane Hodgson McHenry, lives in Chester.
He had lived in Hubbard since 199, moving there from Youngstown. A professor of anthropology at several colleges, he also taught T’ai Chi in Hubbard and in Sharon, Pa.
He was Catholic by faith and a member of the Hibernian Society.
Graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1959, he then attended Ohio University and was graduated from University of the Americas in Mexico City. Later, he earned his master’s degree from the University of Massachusetts and furthered his education at Kent State University where he earned his Ph.D.
Besides his mother, survivors include a daughter, Kathleen A. O’Brien of Portland, Ore.; two half-brothers, Jeffrey O’Brien of Pennsylvania and Jay O’Brien of Kennebunk, Maine; and his dog Murphy at home.
A Memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home with Fr. Joseph Rudjak of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in North Canton, Ohio officiating.

William Travis Lee Obituary

WILLIAM TRAVIS LEE
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Steubenville, Ohio – William Travis Lee, age 74, of Steubenville died Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.
He was born July 12, 1931, in Moulton, Ala., a son of John and Maudie (Bonds) lee, both deceased.
He was a graduate of Steubenville High School; was retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel, Blast Furnace, with 42 years of service; and was very active at the All American Bowling Lanes. He was honorably discharged from the U. S. Marine Corps.
Surviving are his wife of 48 years, Johnnie Mae Lee; one daughter, Melody (Charles) Walton of Steubenville; two sisters, Augusta Scott of Steubenville and Catherine Freeman of Steubenville; one brother, John (Ina Mae) Almon of Steubenville; two granddaughters, Charna’ Crawford of Columbus and Tyra Crawford of Steubenville; three great-grandchildren, Andrea’ Crawford, Michala Crawford and Patrick Gilbert all of Steubenville; two best friends, Calvin Edwards and William Sizemore of Steubenville; one sister-on-law, Mary Lee of Steubenville; three nieces, Sheila Lee of Cleveland, Currenona “Curry” (Kevin) Cox of Cleveland and Cartheeta (Thomas) Mitchell of Wintersville; and also a host of nieces and nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by one brother, John H. Lee and three sisters, Pearl Law, Mattie Almon and Modean McGee.
Calling hours are Tuesday, Jan. 17, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Vinson House of Mortuary, 711 N. Fifth St., Steubenville followed by Funeral Service at 11 a.m. with Rev. Norries Hood officiating at the funeral home.

William Parker Devore Obituary

WILLIAM PARKER DEVORE
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Wintersville, Ohio – William “Bill” Parker DeVore, age 54, of Wintersville died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, at his home.
Visitation for Bill will start Monday from 7-9 p.m. at he McClave-Chandler-Mills Funeral Home, Inc., 143 Canton Road, Wintersville (70) 282-2717.
Full obituary will be in Monday’s newspaper.

Samuel S. Nicosia Obituary

SAMUEL S. ‘SAM’ NICOSIA
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Mingo Junction, Ohio – Samuel S. “Sam” Nicosia, age 68, formerly of Mingo Junction, Ohio died on Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, at East Liverpool City Hospital following a lengthy illness.
He was born in Mingo Junction, Ohio, on Oct. 29, 1937, a son of the late Thomas and Blanche (Cresta) Nicosia.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara (Sines) Nicosia; sons, Walter W. Gibson and his wife Karen of Unionport, Ohio, and Steven Nicosia and his wife Karen of Columbus, Ohio; one brother, Anthony Nicosia and his wife Betty as well as their children, Frank and Toni Jo all of Wintersville; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at the Calcutta Chapel of the Martin-MacLean-Altmeyer Funeral Homes, 15872 St. Clair Avenue, Calcutta, Ohio, on Tuesday, Jan. 17, at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow in Upland Cemetery in Yorkville.
Friends may call at the funeral home in Calcutta from 3-8 p.m. on Monday Jan. 16.

MIldren N. Baker Obituary

MIDLRED N. BAKER
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Colliers, W.Va. – Mildred N. Baker; age 77, of Colliers, W.Va., died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, at Kindred Hospital in Oakdale, Pa.
She was born on Jan. 28, 1928, in Tyler County, W.Va., a daughter of the late Jess McDougle and Jetta Jones McDougle Knox. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Algia Edward Baker on Dec. 4, 1993; a daughter, Charlotte Ferrell; and a brother, Raymond McDougle.
Mildred was a member of the Pleasant Hills Baptist Church and a homemaker.
Surviving are two sons, Lawrence Ferrell of Colliers, W.Va., and Mark Edward Baker of Hunstville, Ala.; a sister-in-law, Madge McDougle of Weirton, W.Va.; and three grandchildren.
Friends will be received on Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2006, from 5-8 p.m. at the James Funeral Home, 1245 Main St., Follansbee, W.VA., where services will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Tommy Mills officiating.
Interment will follow in St. Johns Cemetery in Colliers, W.Va. Condolences may be sent to: www.chambersandjames.com

Lure Emma Miller Obituary

LURE EMMA MILLER
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Richmond, Ohio – Lure Emma Miller, age 93, of Richmond, Ohio, passed away Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, at Gables Care Center, Hopedale, following a lengthy illness.
She was a homemaker and a member of Sycamore Tree United Methodist Church.
Lure was born May 1, 1912, in Helvitia, W.Va., a daughter of the late Joseph and Caroline Depoy.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd R. Miller; a son Vernon Depoy; a daughter, Kay E. Greer; two brothers, Ray and John Depoy; and two sisters, Mary Zickefoose and Bessie Martingale.
Lure is survived by her son-in-law, William Greer and his wife Judy of Richmond; granddaughter, Tracie Sampson and her husband Scott of London, Ohio; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Hulda Kelley of Marysville, Ohio. She is also survived by her extended family, Steve and Lynne Modranski of Steubenville, Ohio, Tim and Connie Meyer of Knoxville, Ohio, Ray and Leanna Arbogast of Follansbee, W.Va.: and Brenda and Jeff Wood of Richmond, Ohio; nine grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, on Monday from 12 noon until time of services at 2 p.m. with Pastor Steve Modranski officiating. Burial will follow in Fort Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. To view obituary and send condolences online go to: www.everhartfuneralhome.com

Lorena Owens Obituary

LORENA OWENS
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan 15, 2006

Brilliant, Ohio – Lorena Owens, age 90, of Brilliant, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.
She was born on July 17, 1915, in Elizabeth, W.Va., a daughter of the late William W. and Mattie (Lockhart) Owens. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three brothers, Cecil, Lawrence “Dutch” and Raymond Owens.
Lorena lived most of her life in Brilliant, Ohio. After the death of her parents, Lorena closed the family grocery store and then worked as a clerk at the former Powell;s store and was retired from the former Schmacher’s Market in Brilliant.
She is survived by six nephews and their families, Larry W. Owens, Cecil Owens, Jr., John Owens, Jeff, Owens, Gene Owens and Bill Owens.
Lorena was faithful to her church, the Brilliant Christian Church, and will be sadly missed by her church family and longtime friends.’
Friends will e received on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. and Monday from 1-3 and 6-8 p.m. at the Wheeler Funeral Home, 712 Third St., Brilliant, where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Dr. Marc R. Tinstman, minister, officiating. Interment will follow in Fort Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville.
Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.wheeleerfuneralhomes.com.

James M. Sneathen Obituary

JAMES M. SNEATHEN
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Steubenville, Ohio – James M. Sneathen, age 46, of Steubenville, died Friday, Jan. 13, 2006, in Allegheny General Hospital.
He was born March 28, 1959, in Steubenville. He is the son of Glen D. and Margaret E. (Evans) Sneathen of Steubenville.
He is also survived by one daughter, Jessica C. Sneathen of Phoenix, Ariz.; one brother, Larry and wife Patricia Sneathen of Bloomingdale.
He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Walter and Kathryn Sneathen, and his maternal grandmother Viola (Pearce) Hart.
James was a heavy equipment operator and a Catholic by faith.
Calling hours are Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Mosti Funeral Home, Sunset Chapel, 4435 Sunset Blvd Final arrangements are pending. Offer condolences at wwwmostifuneralhome.com.

Dola Elizabeth Modransky Obituary

DOLA ELIZABETH MODRANSKY
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

East Springfield, Ohio – Dola Elizabeth Modransky, age 88, of East Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home on Jan. 14, 2006, after a lengthy battle with illness.
She was a homemaker; a farmer; a loving mother and grandmother. Together with her late husband, Myroslow (Bill) Modransky, they worked hard on their farm in East Springfield their entire lives. Dola was a stong, independent woman with a wonderful smile and a quirky sense of humor.
She was born on Dec. 23, 1917, in Weirton, W.Va., a daughter of the late John P. “Cap” Wylie and Mary Elizabeth (Needham) Wylie. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank A. and John W. Wylie; four sisters, Esther Crago, Helen B. Wylie, Catharine A. Stone and her twin Lola A. Linscott.
Dola is survived by her two daughters, Rebecca E. (Angelo) Corso and Polly D. Modransky, both of East Springfield, Ohio; one granddaughter, Caitlyn E Corso of Columbus, Ohio; and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, on Monday from 6-9 p.m., where services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Reverend James Stafford officiating. Burial will follow in East Springfield Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to: Valley Hospice Inc., 380 Summit Avenue, Steubenville, Oh 43952. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart funeralhome.com.

Frank B. Pasquarella Obituary

FRANK B. PASQUARELLA
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Miami, Florida – Frank B. Pasquarella, age 80, of Miami, Florida, formerly os Steubenville, died Saturday, Dec. 10, 2005, in Florida.
He is the brother of Joseph Pasquarella of Steubenville.
A full obituary will appear on Sunday, Jan. 22, with further details on a Memorial Service to he held on Jan. 28.
Arrangements by the Mosti Funeral Home, Sunset Chapel, Steubenville. www.mostifuneralhome.com.

Helen Kolosky Obituary

HELEN KOLOSKY
Weirton Daily Times
Sun., Jan. 15, 2006

Weirton, W.Va. – Helen Kolosky, age 81 of Weirton passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006.
Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, Weirton.
Funeral Liturgy will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Paul Catholic Church. Burial at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens, Weirton.

Beth Ann Thomas Best

BETH ANN THOMAS BEST
Weirton Daily Times
Sunday, Jan. 15, 2006

Rayland, Ohio – Beth Ann Thomas Best, age 26, of county Road 16, Rayland, Ohio, died Thursday, Jan. 12, 2006, at Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, W.Va.
She was born Jan. 21, 1979, in Wheeling, W.Va., the daughter of Terry and Karen (Klan) Thomas of Rayland, Ohio.
Beth was a member of the Jefferson County 4-H Club.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband, Tod; two daughters, Kayla and Carly Best; a brother Terry Thomas of Bellaire, Ohio; three sisters, Marcella Jarman and her husband Roy of Rayland, Ohio, Tracey Novotny and her husband Tom of Brookside, Ohio, Stana Thomas of Martins Ferry, Ohio; maternal grandparents Frank and Mary Klan of Rayland, Ohio; mother and father-in-law Earcel and Sandra Best of Cadiz, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received at the Wilson Funeral Home, 102 Main Street, Tiltonsville, Ohio, on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where services will be held on Tuesday at 1 p.m., with Rev. Cindy Schooler, with interment to follow in Highland Cemetery, Mt. Pleasant, Ohio.

Albert P. Irwin Obituary

ALBERT P. IRWIN
Weirton Daily Times
Sun. Jan. 15, 2006

Steubenville, Ohio
Albert P. Irwin, age 56, of Steubenville passed away Saturday, Jan. 14, 2006, at his residence in Shaffer Plaza.
Albert brought joy to a large extended family and friends with his cheerfulness and friendly personality. He was a hard worker at Jeffco workshop and had many good friends at Shaffer Plaza.
Albert was born Aug. 20, 1949, in Beckley, W.Va., a son of the late John and Ruth (Grimm) Irwin. He is survived by many cousins that loved him dearly.
Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, on Monday from 6-9 p.m. Services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 1 p.m. with Pastor John Hearn officiating.
Burial will follow in Richmond Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Shaffer Plaza, 256 John Scott Hwy., Steubenville, OH 43952 View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhartfuneral home.com.

Lester S. Fryer Obituary

LESTER S. FRYER
Hancock County Courier
March 19, 2009

Lester S. Fryer, 76, of Newburgh Heights, Oh passed away Saturday, March 14, 2009 at home.
He was born August 24, 1932 in New Cumberland, a son of the late William Leonard Fryer and Daisy Jewel (Swango) Fryer. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Malcom Fryer and sisters, Genoa Center and Mildred Enberg.
He was the beloved husband of Judith Jones Fryer; dear father of Ona Lisa Fryer and Debora Lynn (Jose) Padilla; grandfather of Tiffany, Jose Jr., Joshua and Nichole and brother of Bill Fryer Jr., Dale Fryer and Velva Jones.
Lester was a veteran of the United States Army during the Korean War. He was retired form LTV Steel and had a love for gardening, hunting and fishing.
Funeral services will be held today, Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Turley Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Staub officiating. Interment will follow at the New Cumberland Cemetery.

Bernadette Dugas Watson Obituary

BERNADETTE DUGAS WATSON
Hancock County Courier
March 19, 2009

Bernadette Dugas Watson, 73, of New Cumberland went home to heaven on Sunday, March 15, 2009 with her loving family at her side.
Bernie was born February 13, 1936 in Slovan, Pa, a daughter of the Steve and mary (Hvizdos) Dugas. Bernie was the twelfth of fifteen children. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her sisters, Mary Beharry, Pauline Michalski and Elizabeth Dugas; and brothers, Albert, Bill and Edward Dugas.
She was the wife, best friend and lover to her husband, Arthur “Jack” Watson, who survives. Bernie and Jack celebrated their fifty-first anniversary on May 11, 2008. She was the proud mother of four children, including two daughters, Connie (Rick) Shreve and Teresa Watson, both of New Cumberland; and two sons, Arthur (Loretta) Watson of New Cumberland and Michael (Deneen) Watson of Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Also surviving are six grandchildren, Joseph and Adam Strapazzon, both of Weirton; Amanda Watson of New Cumberland, Timothy Shreve of New Cumberland, and Emily and Brock Watson of Cuyahoga Falls; two great-grandchildren Marlee and Maisy Richmond-Strapazzon of Weirton; three sisters, Theresa Dugas, Martha Resnik and Francis Gilbert; five brothers, George, Tony, Steve, Lou and Martin Dugas and several nieces and nephews.
Bernie was a member of the New Cumberland Immaculate Conception Catholic Church where she was a member of the choir and the Catholic Woman’s Club, which she so enjoyed. She was a member of the Ladies auxiliary of Slovan.
A Mass and Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at 10 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Fr. Ronald Getsinger as celebrant. Interment followed at the New Cumberland Cemetery. Turley Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Memorial donations may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Woman’s Club and/or Valley Hospice in Bernadette’s name.

Pu Wol Kim Jones Obituary

PU WOL KIM JONES
Hancock County Courier
March 19, 2009

Pu Wol Kim Jones, 66, of Valley Haven Geriatric Center, Beech Bottom passed away Thursday, March 12, 2009 at the Geriatric Center.
She was born May 8, 1942 in Seoul, Korea.
She was a self-employed sales associate.
Surviving are her daughter, Sabrina Jones of Weems, VA; five brothers and sisters, and many friends.
Memorial services were held at the Turley Funeral Home on Sunday, March 15, 2009 at 4 p.m. with Rev. Tom Bullard officiating.

Ellyn J. McHenry Obituary

ELLYN J. MCHENRY
Hancock County Courier
May 21, 2009

Ellyn J. McHenry, 91, formerly of Chester, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at AlterCare of Nobles Pond in Canton following a lengthy illness.
She was born January 14, 1918 in East Palestine, a daughter of the late Andrew and Elizabeth Dailey Widdowfield. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Russell McHenry; two sisters, Mary Moore and Louise Lodge, and a son-in-law, Bill Erlitz.
Ellyn retired from the Homer Laughlin China Company in Newell where she held several jobs over the years, but last worked as a mail delivery person. She was a member of the Chester Sacred Heart Catholic Church where she was very involved with the Ladies Guild. She was an active member of the Chester Arts Club and an avid bridge player.
She is survived by a daughter, Cynthia Erlitz of Canton; a grandson, Mark Erlitz and wife Jane and their children Kendra and Griffin; a granddaughter, Darby Dummermuth and children, Britney and Jacob.
Rev. Father Lino P. Ebejer was the celebrant for a Mass of Christian Burial with liturgy on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Church. Entombment followed at the Shadow Lawn Memory Gardens in Newell.
Contributions in Ellyn’s name may be sent to the American Stroke Foundation at 5960 Dearborn, Mission, KS 66202 or the Sacred Heart Ladies Guild.
Arner Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

Clifton R. Huff Obituary

CLIFTON R. HUFF
Hancock County Courier
May 21, 2009

Clifton R. Huff, 94, of Fox Lane, Chester passes away on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at the East Liverpool City Hospital following a brief illness.
He was born January 19, 1915 in East Liverpool, a son of the late Ray P. and Edna Peterson Huff. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Velm Connell and Viginia Tallman.
A life time resident of Hancock County, he along with his wife, Arline whom he married on April 22, 1939 and who passed away on February 14, 2008, owned and operated Huff’s Service Station in Chester for 30 years. A very active member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church in Chester, Clifton at one time served as an elder and trustee.
He was the only remaining charter member of the Chester Lions Club where he was the combined secretary and treasurer the first year and president in 1972-73. He enjoyed being chairman of the broom and light bulb sales and attending many state conventions along with his wife.
A veteran of the U. S. Army, he served in the European theater during WWII where he was a heavy machine gunner in Co. 123rd infantry. Cliff was member of Chester American Legion Post 121 where he served as service officer and treasurer. He was also a member of the Chester VFW Post 6450. An avid golfer, he spent several days a week on the course, just up until a few years ago.
He is survived by his son, James R. Huff and wife Bebby of Coco, Fl.; a daughter, Janice Huff and her life companion Barbara Radaitis of Pittsburgh; a granddaughter, Jessica Huff of Pittsburgh; a niece, Mary Kay Connell; and a cousin, Jacky Rothermund.
A memorial service was held on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 1 p.m. at the Westminster Presbyterian Church with Rev. Katrina Lewis officiating. Interment followed a the Locust Hill Cemetery.
Arner Funeral Chapel was in charge of arrangements.

James Ray McCartney Sr. Obituary

JAMES RAY McCARTNEY SR.
Hancock County Courier
May 21, 2009

James Ray McCartney Sr., 79, of Chester passed away Monday, May 11, 2009
He was born April 16, 1930 in Parkersburg, a son of Rebecca Huber McCartney of Chester and the late Judson McCartney.
James was a former maintenance man at Hancock House in New Cumberland.
Besides his mother, he is survived by two sons, James Ray Jr. and David McCartney of Ohio; five grandchildren; two sisters, Joann Davis of Toronto and Betty Cain of New Cumberland; and two brothers, Dale McCartney Sr. of New Cumberland and Bobby Gene McCartney of Follansbee.
The Newell Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home handled private funeral arrangements.

Maria Kathleen Robinson Obituary

MARIA KATHLEEN ROBINSON
Hancock County Courier
May, 21, 2009

Marie Kathleen Robinson of Weirton, infant daughter of Christopher and Bridget (Hobbs) Robinson, died April 23, 2009 in the Weirton Medical Center
In addition to her parents, she is survived by brother, Daniel; sister, Sarah; grandparents Ron and Betty Robinson and Robert and Joanne Hobbs; great-grandmothers, Elmadean Robinson and Angelina Swartz.
A graveside service was conducted by Reverend Father Larry Dorsch at St. Paul Cemetery, Weirton.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Gabriel Project, Immaculate Conception Parish, 1016 Ridge Avenue, New Cumberland WV 26047.
Arrangements were under the direction of Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, Weirton.

Christopher J. Smay Obituary

CHRISTOPHER SMAY
Hancock County Courier
May 21, 2009

Christopher J. Smay, 42, of Linwood, in Cincinnati, passed away April 20, 2009.
He is survived y parents Howard and Kay (Chamberlain) Smay, of Milford; sister, Cathy (Donald) Robbins, of Loveland, OH; nephews and niece, Nathan, Zachary and Stephanie Robbins; grandmother Billie Smay of Saxonburg, PA,; and uncles and aunts Ed and Naomi Chamberlain, of New Cumberland, Gary and Joyce Smay of Saxonburg, PA, and Elaine and Bill Mullineaux of Lancaster, PA.
Chris was a computer programmer and at one time, a cabbie in Cincinnati.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the New Thought Unity Center, 1401 E. McMillan St., East Walnut Hills, Cincinnati.
As Chris would have wanted, a celebration of his life was held immediately following at Arnold’s Bar and Grill in downtown Cincinnati.
Donations in Chris’ memory may be made to WNKU radio or local food banks and free stores. He also wished to have a willow tree planted next to a river in his memory.

Leliah Madge Willison Obituary

LELIAH MADGE WILLISON
Hancock County Courier
May 21, 2009

Leliah Madge Willison, 89, formerly of Chester, died on March 22, 2009 in Columbia, MD. She was a widow of Percy F. Willison Jr., also formerly of Chester.
Survivors include one daughter, Janice Rieck of Columbia and two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Interment will be at the Locust Hill Cemetery at a later date. The Arner Funeral Chapel is in charge of local arrangements.

Kathryn Mehalic Janura Obituary

KATHRYN JANURA
Hancock County Courier
July 10, 2008

Kathryn Mehalic Janura, 79, of Wylie Ridge Road passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2008.
She was born January 31, 1929 in Santiago, PA, a daughter of the late Mary and Peter Mehalic. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, John H. Janura, Sr. (June 25, 2000) and her twelve siblings.
She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Altar and Rosary Society.
She is survived by two daughters, Trina of Long Island, NY and Patricia of Las Vegas; a son, John Jr. and a grandson, Jeremy of New Cumberland,
Funeral Liturgy with Mass was celebrated at 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Rev. Ronald Gesinger and Rev. Eric Antwi officiating. Interment followed at the New Cumberland Cemetery.
Turley Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Donald Lee Sponaugle Obituary

DONALD LEE SPONAUGLE
Hancock County Courier
July 10, 2008

Donald Lee Sponaugle, 67, passed away peacefully at his home in Naples, FL on Thursday, July 3, 2008 after a brave battle with colon cancer.
Don and his family were life long resident of the Ohio Valley until their move to Naples last fall. For the last 50 years he was a proud member of the Iron Worker’s Local Union #549.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Carl and Virginia Sponaugle and his brother, Thomas Leon Sponaugle.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Lola Hudson Sponaugle; a daughter, Veronica (Thomas) Gorrell of Phenix City, AL; a son, John (Heather) Sponaugle of Naples; two sisters, Jean (Bill) Robinson of Beaver Creek, OH and Lois (Tom) Maracus of Myrtle Beach, SC and a brother, Ronald Sponaugle of New London, CT; two granddaughters, AnneMarie Patricia Gorell and Olivia Dawn Gorrell and two step-grandsons, Anthony Mercurio III and John R. Mercurio of Naples.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday July 9, 2008 at 11:00 am at the Turley Funeral Home with Rev. Sam Retzer officiating. Interment followed a the Union Cemetery, New Manchester.

George Cuic Obituary

GEORGE CUIC
Hancock County Courier
Feb. 19, 2009

George Cuic, 83, of New Manchester passed away Wednesday, February 11, 2009
He was born March 28, 1925 in Weirton, a son of the late Save “Sam” and Amelia (Stojakovich) Cuic. He was also preceded in death by a brother, Pete Cuic; six sisters Mildred Albino, Ann Simich, May Tarovisky, Lyla Dawson, Daisy Lorello and Lilly Miller; and a daughter-in-law, Carol Cuic.
He served in the United States Navy upon the USS Carrier Ommaney Bay in WWII. George was on the carrier January 4, 1945 as a gunners mate when it was hit by enemy fire and sunk in the Sulu Sea. He was rescued but 93 of his crew mates perished. He retired from the Weirton Division of National Steel. He was a member of the Weirton Steel 25 Year Club and the National Rifle Association.
George is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marlene (Furbee) Cuic; three sons, George A. and Daniel (Brenda) Cuic of New Manchester, David (Donna) Cuic of Thonotosassa, FL; a brother, Milo Cuic of Follansbee; five grandchildren, Christopher Cuic and fiancée Amanda Ream, Nicole Woodling, Anthony Cuic, Chad Cuic, and Daniel Jr. (Vicki) Cuic; six great-grandchildren, Zachary, Kobe, Skylar, Bear, Ethan, and Noah; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held on Monday, February 16,2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the New Cumberland Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home with Rev. Ethel Dunaway officiating. Interment at the New Cumberland Cemetery.

Harold Leon Bowen Obituary

HAROLD LEON BOWEN
Hancock County Courier
Feb. 19, 2009

Harold Leon Bowen, 72, of New Cumberland passed away Tuesday, February 10, 200d at Trinity West.
He was born August 7, 1936 in Paden City, a son of the late Harold Bowen and Velma (Trader) Wilson.
He retired from the Weirton Steel Corp. Electrical Dept. with 36 years of service. Harold loved hunting, fishing, camping and traveling.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Norma Lea (Green) Bowen, at home three sons, Danny Bowen of New Cumberland, Randy (Brenda) Bowen of Parachute, Co and Eric Bowen of DE Beque, CO; two sisters, Erma Birkhimer of Burgettstown and Donna (Abe) Ruiz of Weirton; four grandsons, Eric Bowen of California, Kellen Bowen of Parachute, Lucas Bowen and Jacob Bowen, both of DeBeque and 22 nieces and nephews and 20 great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, February 15, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Turley Funeral Home with Pastor Joseph F. Cuomo officiating. Interment followed at the New Cumberland Cemetery.

Christine M. Affleck Obituary

CHRISTINE M. AFFLECK
Hancock County Courier
Thurs, Aug. 6, 2009

Christine M. “Tina” Affleck of Triangle, VA, 53, passed away at home on July 30, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Marilyn Affleck of Woodbridge, VA.
She was a longtime employee of the Ft. Belvoir Post Office.
Tina is survived by her loving friend and companion, Alan Bouter of Woodbridge; a sister, Kathy Cunningham of Manassas, VA; brothers, Bill Affleck of Captain Cook, HI and George Affleck of Sumner, ME; nieces Coree, Lauren, Christine, Chelsea and Joie; great nephew, Jonah; aunts and uncles, Raymond (Lois) Ewing and Marion (Jack) McDonald; and many other family and friends.
A visitation was held on Monday, August 3, 2009 at the Mountcastle Funeral Home in Dale City, VA. Funeral services were held at the New Cumberland Pt. Pleasant Methodist Church at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 with Rev. Robert Staub officiating. Interment followed at Union Cemetery in New Manchester.

Geraldine Stake Obituary

GERALDINE “GERRI” STAKE
Hancock County Courier
Thurs., Aug. 6, 2009

Geraldine “Gerri” Stake, 66, of Chester passed away Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009.
She was born August 25, 1942 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Louis and Elizabeth Logue DeGore. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Stake; a sister, Elizabeth Griffith; and a niece, Kimberly McHale.
Gerri formerly worked for Wal-Mart and in admissions at the former Waterford Park.
She is survived by her daughter, Lynn Stake of Chester, two grandchildren, Amber Bartlett and Emily Knicely of Chester; a brother, Louis DeGore of Pennsylvania; a niece, Susan McHale King; and three nephews, Dennis Rodgers, James McHale and Keith McHale, who she helped raise.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at 22 a.m. at the Newell Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home. Interment followed at the Locust Hill Cemetery, Chester.

Richard David Bailey

RICHARD ‘DAVID’ BAILEY
Hancock County Courier
Thurs., Aug. 6, 2009

Richard “David” Bailey, 51, of Wellsburg passed away Thursday, July 30, 2009.
He was born July 25, 1958 in Chester, a son of Richard L. and JoAnn Mehaffey Bailey of Chester.
David was active in the Brooke County Opportunity Center.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Michael (Cheryl) Bailey of New Jersey; two sisters, Vicki (Ron) Heacock and Julie A. Manz of Erie, PA; a maternal grandmother, Dorothy Mehaffey of Chester; and several nieces and nephews.
David’s family would like to thank the R. E. M. Agency of Follansbee for all their loving support.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, August 1, 2009, at the Newell Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home with Pastor John Mehaffey officiating. Interment followed a the Shadow Lawn Memory Gardens, Newell.

Todd B. Lang Obituary

TODD B. LANG
Hancock County Courier
Thurs., Aug. 6, 2009

Tood B. Lang, 42, of Mocksville, NC, formerly of East Liverpool, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2009.
He was born September 22, 1966 in Weirton, a son of Virginia Boyer Lang of East Liverpool and the late Rudy “Butch” Lang. He was also preceded in death by a brother, John Weber; and a nephew, Scotty.
Todd was a prefab technician and welder.
In addition to his mother, his is survived by a son, Matthew Todd Lang of North Carolina; two brothers, Brock (Barb) Land of Newell and Chad Lang of Colorado; two sisters, Anita Lang of East Liverpool and Annette (Dave) Dixon of New Manchester; 16 nieces and nephews; and one great nephew.
Funeral services were held on Friday, July 31, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Newell Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Lilly officiating. Interment followed at the Locust Hill Cemetery, Chester.

Leona May Henthorn Obituary

LEONA MAY HENTHORN
Hancock County Courier
Thurs., Aug. 20, 2009

Leona May Henthorn, 71, of Weirton passed away Saturday, August 15, 2009 at the Weirton Medical Center.
She was born May 29, 1938 in Weirton, a daughter of the late Donald and Melda (Faust) Swearingen. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Fredrick Henthorn and six brothers.
Leona retired from the Rivendale Nursing Home and was a member of the Kings Creek Union Chapel.
She is survived by her children, Richard Loy Jr. of Weirton, Ray Loy and Moundsville, Luanna (Sam) Dotson of New Bern, NC, Llalane Loy of Weirton and Virginia (Frank) Salloka of Hampton, VA; a sister, Elizabeth Richard of Weirton; two brothers, Robert Swearingen of Mannington, WV and James Swearingen of Enterprise, AL; her companion James Conrad of Weirton; 11 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Turley Funeral Home with Pastor Darrell Maze officiating. Interment followed at the Paris Cemetery, Paris, PA.

Gertrude M. Bahleda Obituary

GERTRUDE M. BAHLEDA
Hancock County Courier
Thurs., Aug. 20, 2009

Gertrude M. Bahleda, 90, of Serra Manor, Weirton, formerly of Braddock Hills, PA, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at the Weirton Medical Center.
She was born November 28, 1918 in Rankin, PA, a daughter of the late Michael and Mary (Torda) Hage-duch. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Joseph Bahleda Jr.; a son, Thomas Joseph Bahleda III; a daughter, Janet Marie Docherty; a brother, Michael Hagerduch; and two sisters, Irene Gulewicz and Elizabeth Tomer.
Gertrude was retired from Shadyside Hospital as a business office manager with 23 years of service. She was a member of the New Cumberland Immaculate Conception Catholic Church; Pittsburgh Saint Maurice Catholic Church and the Braddock Hills Fire Dept, Ladies Auxiliary.
She is survived by her daughter, Dorothy (Robert) Swearingen of New Cumberland; two granddaughters, Beth (Jeff) Semke of Allison Park, PA and Laurie (Jerry) Nickell of Aubrey, TX; and sis great-grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Eric Antwi as celebrant. Interment followed at the Braddock Catholic Cemetery in Braddock hills at 1 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 1016 Ridge Ave., New Cumberland 26047; Saint Maurice Catholic Church, 2001 Ardmore Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15221; or PAAR (Pittsburgh Action Against Rape), 81 South 19th St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203.

Patrick O. Kelley Obituary

PATRICK O. KELLEY
Hancock County Courier
Thurs., Aug. 20, 2009

Patrick O. Kelley, 81, of Weirton passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2009 at the home of his daughter in Elizabeth, IN.
He was born February 8, 1928 in Friendly, WV, a son of the late Ray and Adda (Norman) Kelley. He was also preceded in death by two wives, the former Charlotte Blakely and Ruth Ann Beck; four sisters and a brother.
He was a veteran of the United States Navy, having served on the Flagship of Commander of Destroyers in the Pacific. He was a self-employed barber and a real estate agent for Guida Realty Co. in Weirton, and a Prudential Insurance Agent for prudential Bache Securities. He was a member and past deacon at the Weirton Trinity Lutheran Church; a former member of the Elks Lodge, AARP, and the Lions Club, as well as a member of the New Cumberland Masonic Lodge.
He is survived by two daughters, Shirley Ann Misselwitz of Weirton and Kathleen Deaki of Elizabeth; a brother, John A. Kelley of Weirton; three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; five nieces and two nephews.
Funeral services were private.

Martha L. Roberts Obituary

MARTHA L. ROBERTS
Hancock County Courier
Thurs., April 24, 2008

Martha L. Roberts, 80, of Chester, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2008.
She was born November 17, 1927 in Folsom, WV, the daughter of the late Glenn and Opal Hayhurst Bates. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Roberts.
She is survived by a daughter, Darlene Carnes of Chester; a son, Bradley Roberts of Pennsylvania; a sister, Grace Utt of Newell; a brother, Dorsey Bates of Folsom; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 11 a.m. at the Newell Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home. Interment followed at the Shadow Lawn Memory Gardens in Newell.

John A. Marshall Obituary

John Marshall
The East Liverpool Review
Fri., Feb. 24, 1956


SALINEVILLE – John A. Marshall, 62, of Bergholz, retired coal miner, died Thursday at his home after a long illness.
Born here Jan. 21, 1894, a son of Lindley and Mary Jane Tobin Marshall, he left Salineville about 45 years ago. He was married to Grace Peterson.
Besides his widow at home, he is survived by three daughters, Mrs. Rosmary Fitch and Mrs. Dorothey Detchohn, both of Salineville and Mrs. Ruth Tarr at home; three sons, Clyde Marshall of Lousiville, Jack Marshall of Canton, and Roy Marshall of Bergholz; three brothers, , Ernest Marshall of Globe, Ariz., Lester Marshall of Cambridge, and Charles Marshall of Canton, and six grandchildren.
Services will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 at the Robbins Funeral Home at Bergholz by the Rev. Charles Hirst of the Uhrichsville Assembly of God Church. Burial will be at Bergholz.
Friend may call at the funeral home.

Herman Simpson Obituary

Herman Simpson
The East Liverpool Review
Friday, Feb. 24, 1956

Herman Simpson, 1815 Nevada St., Wellsville, died Thursday at 5 p.m. in City Hospital, following a two-month illness.
Mr. Simpson was a lifetime resident of Wellsville. He was a night-watchman for the Sterling China Co, until he retired Dec. 26, when he became ill.
He leaves his widow, Mrs. Ruby Simpson; a daughter, Mrs. Ruth Frazer of Wellsville; a son, Charles D. Simpson, of East Rochester; two sisters, Mrs. Edith Markaham of East Liverpool, and Mrs. Della Hunter of Youngstown, and six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Rites will be held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. in the Haugh Funeral Home by the Rev. Lyman N. Lemmon, pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call Saturday night at the funeral home.

Mrs. Ruby Simpson Obituary

Mrs. Ruby Simpson
The East Liverpool Review
Mon., Mar. 10, 1969

Mrs. Ruby Cooper Simpson, 81, of 18081/2 Clark Ave., Wellsville, widow of Herman Simpson, died Saturday at 5:40 p.m. at East Liverpool Osteopathic Hospital, where she had been a patient since Jan. 6.
A native of Shreman, W. Va., Mrs. Simpson was born Oct. 3, 1887, a daughter of the late Ruben and Mary Rector Cooper. She had resided in Wellsville more than 70 years and last was employed as a waredresser at the Sterling China Co., retiring in 1952. AT one time she worked at the former U.S. Pottery Co. in Wellsville. She was a member of the Covenant United Presbyterian Church and an honorary member of the IBOP. Her husband died in 1956.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Russell (Ruth) Fraser of Wellsville; a son, Charles E. Simpson of East Rochester, six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the MacLean funeral Home in Wellsville by the Rev. John R. Dryer. Burial will be in Spring Hill Cemetery, Wellsville.
Friends may call at the funeral home this afternoon and tonight.

Bernice C. Motter Obituary

Bernice Motter
Evening Review
Mon., Jun.6, 1987

TORONTO – Mrs. Bernice C. Motter, 95, of N. Fifth Street died Sunday at 12:30 p.m. at the Carriage Inn in Steubenville following a lengthy illness.
She was born in Randolph County, W. Va., Feb. 26, 1892, a daughter of the late Jehu C. Caplinger and Ida W. Harding Caplinger.
She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Clarksburg, W. Va.
Her husband, H. Earle Motter, died in 1955.
Survivors include a son, Richard H. Motter of Toronto; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Services are scheduled Thursday at the John W. Lohr Funeral Home in Elkins, W. Va. Burial is to be in Fraternal Cemetery in Belington, W. Va.
Friends may call at the Clarke Funeral Home tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. and at the Lohr Funeral Home Wednesday from 7 to 9 p.m.

Mabel Bryan Obituary

Mabel Bryan
Monday June 29, 1987
The Evening Review

Services are scheduled Tuesday for Mrs. Mabel Bryan, 73, of E. Pershing Street, Salem, formerly of the Grandview area in Chester, who died Saturday at 11:45 a.m. at Salem Community Hospital of natural causes.
She was born in East Liverpool April 27, 1914, a daughter of the late Carl Ervin and Adeline Bowersock Ervin.
She and her husband had owned and operated the Bryan Farms near Chester for many years. She was a former member of the Chester First Christian Church.
Her husband, Samuel C. Bryan Sr., whom she married Nov. 5, 1935, died July 4, 1982.
Survivors include two sons, Samuel C. Bryan Fr. Of Chester and Carl E. Bryan of Salem; a brother, Bernard Ervin of Dayton, Ohio; six grandchildren and four great-granddaughters.
Minister Dennis Arnold of the New Manchester Christian Church is to conduct the services at 11 a.m. at the Arner Funeral Chapel. Burial is to be in Locust Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call at the chapel this afternoon and evening.

Homer L. Bryan Obituary

Homer L. Bryan., 94
The Review
Wednesday, October 27, 2010

EAST LIVERPOOL -- Homer L. Bryan, age 94, of Calcutta Health Care died at East Liverpool City Hospi9tal on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2010, after a brief illness.
Mr. Bryan was the son of the late John A. and Nettie May (Myer) Bryan. He was born in East Liverpool on Oct. 8, 1916, and had lived his entire life in this area. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving in Europe during W.W. II and had retired in 1979 as an operator in the rolling mill a the former L.T.V. Mill in Louisville, Ohio.
Mr. Bryan attended the Fredericktown Christian Church; was a member of Masonic Lodge No. 565 of Negley where he served as Worshipful Master three times, Scottish Rite-Valley of Steubenville; the former Anna Eckley Chapter No. 392, Order of Eastern Star, serving as Worthy Patron eight times and was currently a member of the Crystal Chapter No. 18 Eastern Star. He was also a member of the American Legion Post in Glenmoor and the Car Barn Heathens of East Liverpool.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Iris E.(Logston) Bryan; two brothers, Calvert T. Bryan and Vernon Bryan; a granddaughter, Heather Calhoun; and a granddaughter-in-law, Lorrie Hughes Calhoun.
Survivors include a daughter, Esther Calhoun and her husband John of Calcutta; a sister Harriet Entriken of Calcutta; two grandsons, Bryan an Sean Calhoun both of Columbus; two nephews, Leonard Bryan of East Liverpool, Jack (Judy) Bryan of Columbiana; five nieces; Pat (Adrian) Kithas of East Liverpool, Nancy (Ron) Brush of Indianapolis, Jane (Ray) Peterson of Columbus, Patty (Doug) Alexander of Cincinnati and Susan Logston (Ken Fox) if New Haven, Conn.; and a sister-in-law, Charlotta Logston of Chester.
Services will be held on Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 at 11 a.m. at the Calcutta Chapel of the Martin MacLean Altmeyer Funeral Homes with the Rev. Richard Lewandoski of the church officiating.
Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery.
Family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Masonic Services being held at 4 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Fredericktown Christian Church.
Friends may view this obituary; sign the guest book, and send condolences online at www.Altmeyer.com.

Lewis Clair Lee - Obituary

Donated by Bonnie Baker Ryan

Lewis Clair (Fuzz) Lee, 84
The Review
Wednesday, October 27, 2010

YUMA, Ariz. – Lewis Clair (Fuzz) Lee, 84, of Yuma, Ariz. Died July 290, 2010, in Phoenix, Ariz. He was born in East Liverpool on Jan. 18, 1926, to the late Della and A. C. Lee. He attended local schools and graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1944. Within weeks of his graduation, he joined the United States Army and served in the European Theater until the conclusion of WW II.
Upon returning to Ohio, he married his high school sweetheart, Mary Ellen Folks, in 1945 and soon afterwards, both enrolled at Kent State University. In 1951, he began his teaching career with the Beaver Local Schools, teaching grades 5-8 at Oak Grove School, one of the last two-room elementary schools in Ohio. Grades 1-4 were taught by his wife, Mary Ellen. During the mid 1950’s he taught at Calcutta Elementary and then served as principal of Rogers/Clarkson elementary. In 1957, he was appointed to the original staff of the newly built Beaver Local High School and two years later served on the initial faculty of the Beaver Local Public School. Like many of his peers of this area, he often drove a school bus and coached various athletic teams while also taking on various maintenance jobs with the district during the summer months.
In 1963, he and Mary Ellen moved their family to Yuma, Ariz., where he continued his teaching career with the Yuma School District No. 1, finishing his 30 plus year career at Gila Jr. High School.
In the early 1970’s, Mary Ellen, his first wife, passed away after a long illness. Thy had been married nearly 30 years. Later in that decade, he married Elaine Wuertemburg of Yuma. He and Elaine enjoyed a 33 year marriage that ended with Elaine’s passing in 2009. Lewis was also preceded in death by his parent, his only daughter, Luann, of Ohio, and a grandson, Brent Lee of Yuma.
Lewis is survived by sons: David (Mary Lynn) of Bakersfield, Calif., William (Amber) of Camp Verde, Ariz., and James (Sherri) of Yuma. Grandchildren include Alex Lee, J. R. Lee, Amanda Lee Beltran, Samantha Lee and Josh Castellanos.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 at the Columbiana County Memorial Park. A reception will follow at the Long’s Run Presbyterian Church in Calcutta.