Thelma M. Drum
July 9, 2009
Hancock County Courier
Thelma M. Drum, 93, of Newell passed away Monday, June 29, 2009.
She was born January 19, 1916, a daughter of the late Sherry and Margaret Smith Swift. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Carl Drum; and two brothers, Stanley Swift and Lawrence Swift.
Thelma retired after teaching school for over 30 years in the Hancock County School System. She was a member of the Newell First Church of the Nazarene and the Hancock County Retired Teacher’s Association.
He is survived by a daughter, Nancy DeBee of East Liverpool; two granddaughters, Krista DeBee of East Liverpool and Alissa Butler of California; three great-grandsons, Payton, Hayden and Brice.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 2, 2009 at the Newell First Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Everett Clay officiating. Interment followed at the Locust Hill Cemetery.
The Newell Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Hoe was in charge of arrangements.
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Thursday, July 23, 2009
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Effie McKinnon Whetstone Obituary
Mrs. Whetstone, Teacher Dies
Pioneer instructor in Public School Succumbs at Home in East End Saturday.
Mrs. Effie McKinnon Whetstone, teacher in the Horace Mann Building and one of the oldest instructors in point of service in the East Liverpool schools, died Saturday at midnight at her home at Mulberry and Railroad streets, East End, after 10 days' illness of pneumonia.
Mrs. Whetstone was a daughter of the late George D. and Julia E. McKinnon, her family being pioneers of Columbiana County, She was also a granddaughter of the first white child born in the county. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist church and associate councilor of Purity council No. 7 Daughters of America.
She leaves one daughter, Miss Edna Whetstone; a brother, George E. McKinnon and an aunt, Mrs. Zillah Davidson of East Liverpool
Funeral services will be held in the home Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in charge of Rev. E.R. Reed, pastor of the Methodist Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist church. Burial will be made in Riverview Cemetery.
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February 26, 1934
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B. October 23, 1881
D. February 24, 1934
Contributed by Deborah Wall
Pioneer instructor in Public School Succumbs at Home in East End Saturday.
Mrs. Effie McKinnon Whetstone, teacher in the Horace Mann Building and one of the oldest instructors in point of service in the East Liverpool schools, died Saturday at midnight at her home at Mulberry and Railroad streets, East End, after 10 days' illness of pneumonia.
Mrs. Whetstone was a daughter of the late George D. and Julia E. McKinnon, her family being pioneers of Columbiana County, She was also a granddaughter of the first white child born in the county. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist church and associate councilor of Purity council No. 7 Daughters of America.
She leaves one daughter, Miss Edna Whetstone; a brother, George E. McKinnon and an aunt, Mrs. Zillah Davidson of East Liverpool
Funeral services will be held in the home Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in charge of Rev. E.R. Reed, pastor of the Methodist Pennsylvania Avenue Methodist church. Burial will be made in Riverview Cemetery.
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February 26, 1934
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B. October 23, 1881
D. February 24, 1934
Contributed by Deborah Wall
Thursday, April 17, 2008
GEORGE D. CLARK - Obituary
George D. Clark
The East Liverpool Tribune
George D. Clark, a pioneer school teacher of Columbiana county and a veteran of the Civil war, died Tuesday morning (Mar. 6 1906) in the state hospital at Massillon, aged 79 years. The funeral was held at the home of a sister of the deceased, Mrs. Julia A. McCloskey, at Canton, and burial was made I the soldiers’ lot in the Canton cemetery. The deceased was a member of Company , 126th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served for three years in the war of the Rebellion. While in the line of duty a apart of a shell struck him on the head. The wound resulted in a partial loss of his mental faculties and about twelve years ago he was taken to the state hospital for treatment, but never recovered. He leaves a wife, Hattie A. and a daughter, Mrs. Jennie Calhoun, of East Liverpool, and three sons, Hugh, of Derry, P., and James and George D., of Pawnoe City, Nebraska.
The East Liverpool Tribune
George D. Clark, a pioneer school teacher of Columbiana county and a veteran of the Civil war, died Tuesday morning (Mar. 6 1906) in the state hospital at Massillon, aged 79 years. The funeral was held at the home of a sister of the deceased, Mrs. Julia A. McCloskey, at Canton, and burial was made I the soldiers’ lot in the Canton cemetery. The deceased was a member of Company , 126th Ohio Volunteer Infantry, and served for three years in the war of the Rebellion. While in the line of duty a apart of a shell struck him on the head. The wound resulted in a partial loss of his mental faculties and about twelve years ago he was taken to the state hospital for treatment, but never recovered. He leaves a wife, Hattie A. and a daughter, Mrs. Jennie Calhoun, of East Liverpool, and three sons, Hugh, of Derry, P., and James and George D., of Pawnoe City, Nebraska.
Thursday, April 3, 2008
LAURA CONKLE - Obit
East Liverpool Tribune
Miss Laura Conkle died at an early hour Tuesday morning (June 15, 1902) at the home of her brother, S. J. Conkle, at No. 289 East High street, at the age of 32 years, says the Salem News.
For six years Miss Conkle taught school in East Liverpool, where she was well known and esteemed. She was afflicted with cancer, and on April 15, although she was making every effort to keep up and complete her school term, she was obliged to go to Mercy hospital in Pittsburg, where an operation was at once performed upon her and a large cancer, removed from her breast. Four weeks ago the lady was able to come here and since that time has been tenderly cared for by her brother at whose home she died.
The exact cause of death is not known, the many physicians who were called upon to treat her differing somewhat in their diagonosis of the case. An autopsy was conducted over the body Tuesday morning.
The deceased is survived by two sisters and a brother, who reside at distant places, in addition to her father and a brother, S. J. Conkle, who live in this city. The remains were taken from this city Wednesday morning at 8:21 o'clock to Alliance. From that city they were shipped to Georgetown, Pa., where the deceased's mother is buried.
Miss Laura Conkle died at an early hour Tuesday morning (June 15, 1902) at the home of her brother, S. J. Conkle, at No. 289 East High street, at the age of 32 years, says the Salem News.
For six years Miss Conkle taught school in East Liverpool, where she was well known and esteemed. She was afflicted with cancer, and on April 15, although she was making every effort to keep up and complete her school term, she was obliged to go to Mercy hospital in Pittsburg, where an operation was at once performed upon her and a large cancer, removed from her breast. Four weeks ago the lady was able to come here and since that time has been tenderly cared for by her brother at whose home she died.
The exact cause of death is not known, the many physicians who were called upon to treat her differing somewhat in their diagonosis
The deceased is survived by two sisters and a brother, who reside at distant places, in addition to her father and a brother, S. J. Conkle, who live in this city. The remains were taken from this city Wednesday morning at 8:21 o'clock to Alliance. From that city they were shipped to Georgetown, Pa., where the deceased's mother is buried.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
RUTH ESTHER SHILLING - Obituary
East Liverpool Review
June 5, 2003
Ruth Esther Allen Shilling, 84
CHESTER – Ruth Esther Allen Shilling, 84, died at 1:20 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2003 at East Liverpool City Hospital following a lengthy illness.
Born in Chester, May 10, 1919, a daughter of the late Joseph E. and Daisy M. Powell Allen, she was a 1937 graduate of Chester High School and did undergraduate work at Mount Union College and received her degree from West Virginia university, where hs later earned her Master’s Degree Plus 40.
A lifelong member of the Chester First United Methodist Church, she was active with its Council Ministries, choir and building committee. She also was a past chairman of the administrative board.
A lifelong resident of the area, she taught for 42 and a half years in the Hancock County School System, more than 30 0f which she taught English, journalism and printing at Oak Glen High School, where she also served as the Junior Class adviser. She also was active as prom adviser, assisted with baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies and organized printed programs for sporting events, plays and other special activities.
A past president of delta Kappa Gamma Teachers Sorority, she was a member of Eastern Star for more than 60 years and also served a Past Matron.
Additionally, she was a volunteer for the Blackhawk School District and former chairperson of the United Way.
Her husband, David Robert “Bob” Shilling, whom she married Dec. 21, 1947, survives at home.
A daughter, Mrs. Craig (Cynthia J.) Smith of Beaver Falls and two sons, David A. Shilling and his wife, Luanne, of Chester and R. Joseph Shilling and his wife, Bonnie, of Waverly, Ohio, survive.
Five Grandchildren, Matthew, Richard and his wife Penny, Bryanne, and Catlin Shilling and Christopher Smith, also survive.
A brother, Paul E. Allen, preceded her in death.
Friends may call today at the Dawson Funeral Home from 6 to8 p.m. and on Friday when the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. where an Eastern Star Service will be held at 7 p.m.
The Rev. Charles Andrews will conduct services at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
View this obituary and send condolences on line at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
June 5, 2003
Ruth Esther Allen Shilling, 84
CHESTER – Ruth Esther Allen Shilling, 84, died at 1:20 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2003 at East Liverpool City Hospital following a lengthy illness.
Born in Chester, May 10, 1919, a daughter of the late Joseph E. and Daisy M. Powell Allen, she was a 1937 graduate of Chester High School and did undergraduate work at Mount Union College and received her degree from West Virginia university, where hs later earned her Master’s Degree Plus 40.
A lifelong member of the Chester First United Methodist Church, she was active with its Council Ministries, choir and building committee. She also was a past chairman of the administrative board.
A lifelong resident of the area, she taught for 42 and a half years in the Hancock County School System, more than 30 0f which she taught English, journalism and printing at Oak Glen High School, where she also served as the Junior Class adviser. She also was active as prom adviser, assisted with baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies and organized printed programs for sporting events, plays and other special activities.
A past president of delta Kappa Gamma Teachers Sorority, she was a member of Eastern Star for more than 60 years and also served a Past Matron.
Additionally, she was a volunteer for the Blackhawk School District and former chairperson of the United Way.
Her husband, David Robert “Bob” Shilling, whom she married Dec. 21, 1947, survives at home.
A daughter, Mrs. Craig (Cynthia J.) Smith of Beaver Falls and two sons, David A. Shilling and his wife, Luanne, of Chester and R. Joseph Shilling and his wife, Bonnie, of Waverly, Ohio, survive.
Five Grandchildren, Matthew, Richard and his wife Penny, Bryanne, and Catlin Shilling and Christopher Smith, also survive.
A brother, Paul E. Allen, preceded her in death.
Friends may call today at the Dawson Funeral Home from 6 to8 p.m. and on Friday when the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. where an Eastern Star Service will be held at 7 p.m.
The Rev. Charles Andrews will conduct services at 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
View this obituary and send condolences on line at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
EDNA CLOUSE - Obituary
Evening Review
December 20, 1995
Edna E. Clouse
EAST LIVERPOOL -- Edna E. Clouse of Gaston Place, died Tuesday, Dec. 19. 1995, at home following a brief illness.
She was born in Chillicothe, Ohio, a daughter of the late Ernest E. and Belle Bucher Clouse.
A lifelong resident of East Liverpool, she was employed 44 years as a teacher of history and social studies by the East Liverpool School System before retiring in 1973. She graduated from East Liverpool High School and Ohio State University, with advanced studies at Duke University and the University of Pittsburgh. She was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority, East Liverpool Teachers Association, the Ohio Teachers Association and the First united Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Isabel Clouse, May 18, 1971; and a brother Raymond E. Clouse, Sept. 30, 1983.
The Rev. Dr. Robert Buckley of the church will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Contributed by BOB
December 20, 1995
Edna E. Clouse
EAST LIVERPOOL -- Edna E. Clouse of Gaston Place, died Tuesday, Dec. 19. 1995, at home following a brief illness.
She was born in Chillicothe, Ohio, a daughter of the late Ernest E. and Belle Bucher Clouse.
A lifelong resident of East Liverpool, she was employed 44 years as a teacher of history and social studies by the East Liverpool School System before retiring in 1973. She graduated from East Liverpool High School and Ohio State University, with advanced studies at Duke University and the University of Pittsburgh. She was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority, East Liverpool Teachers Association, the Ohio Teachers Association and the First united Methodist Church.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Isabel Clouse, May 18, 1971; and a brother Raymond E. Clouse, Sept. 30, 1983.
The Rev. Dr. Robert Buckley of the church will conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Dawson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday.
Contributed by BOB
BERTRAM A. DAWSON - Obituary
East Liverpool Review
May 24, 1978
Services Slated For Ex-Treasurer
Services will be held Saturday for Bertram A. Dawson, 72, of 1879 Lisbon St., a former educator and treasurer for the City of East Liverpool.
Mr. Dawson was pronounced dead on arrival at City Hospital Wednesday at 8:12 p.m. after suffering an apparent heart attack at home.
A lifelong resident, Mr. Dawson was born here Sept. 2, 1905, a son of Avery Graham Dawson and Jennie M. Johnston Dawson.
He was appointed treasurer in August 1943 and retired last December, not choosing to seek a new term.
City Hall flags were lowered to half staff today out of respect for Mr. Dawson.
A graduate of Kenyon College in 1930, Mr. Dawson received his master’s degree in education form the University of Pittsburgh and attended Geneva College.
He began teaching in the East Liverpool School District in 1933 at the old Central building, served as principal at the former Pleasant Heights School before moving to the high school, where he served as dean of boys until he was retired in 1971 after 25 years’ service.
Mr. Dawson was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Masonic Riddle Lodge, Elks Lodge 258, The Old Timer’s Baseball Organization and the Republican Party.
In addition to his widow, Mrs. Ruby E. Wickline Dawson at home survivors include a son, Bert A. Dawson Jr. of Myler Park, Columbiana County Engineer, a brother, Claud H. Dawson of Parkersburg, W.Va., and two grandchildren.
The rites will be conducted Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Donald R. Shank officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Dawson Funeral Home here Friday afternoon and night and Saturday one hour prior to the service at the church.
Contributed by BOB
May 24, 1978
Services Slated For Ex-Treasurer
Services will be held Saturday for Bertram A. Dawson, 72, of 1879 Lisbon St., a former educator and treasurer for the City of East Liverpool.
Mr. Dawson was pronounced dead on arrival at City Hospital Wednesday at 8:12 p.m. after suffering an apparent heart attack at home.
A lifelong resident, Mr. Dawson was born here Sept. 2, 1905, a son of Avery Graham Dawson and Jennie M. Johnston Dawson.
He was appointed treasurer in August 1943 and retired last December, not choosing to seek a new term.
City Hall flags were lowered to half staff today out of respect for Mr. Dawson.
A graduate of Kenyon College in 1930, Mr. Dawson received his master’s degree in education form the University of Pittsburgh and attended Geneva College.
He began teaching in the East Liverpool School District in 1933 at the old Central building, served as principal at the former Pleasant Heights School before moving to the high school, where he served as dean of boys until he was retired in 1971 after 25 years’ service.
Mr. Dawson was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Masonic Riddle Lodge, Elks Lodge 258, The Old Timer’s Baseball Organization and the Republican Party.
In addition to his widow, Mrs. Ruby E. Wickline Dawson at home survivors include a son, Bert A. Dawson Jr. of Myler Park, Columbiana County Engineer, a brother, Claud H. Dawson of Parkersburg, W.Va., and two grandchildren.
The rites will be conducted Saturday at 1:30 p.m. from the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Donald R. Shank officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Dawson Funeral Home here Friday afternoon and night and Saturday one hour prior to the service at the church.
Contributed by BOB
ELIZABETH HIST - Obituary
Evening Review
June 24, 1989
Elizabeth Hist, 91, Retired Teacher
TUCKER, Ga. -- Elizabeth B. Hist, 91, of Jennings Avenue, East Liverpool, died at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 22, 1989, at the Northlake Regional Center in Tucker, Ga., where she had resided since May 1.
She was born in East Liverpool Oct. 16, 1897, a daughter of the late James Bloor and Annie Dennis Bloor.
A retired teacher in the East Liverpool school system, Mrs. Hist was a member of the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, its Circle Four and the National Retired Teachers Association.
She graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1915, attended Kent State University, and later graduated from Geneva College.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Edwin (Dorothy) Broadbent of East Liverpool and Frances McCall of Stone Mountain, Ga.; and five grandchildren.
The Rev. George P. Donehoo is to conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial is to be in Riverview Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Dawson Funeral Home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday.
The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to the Organ Fund at the church or the ELHS Alumni Association Clock Tower Project.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
June 24, 1989
Elizabeth Hist, 91, Retired Teacher
TUCKER, Ga. -- Elizabeth B. Hist, 91, of Jennings Avenue, East Liverpool, died at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 22, 1989, at the Northlake Regional Center in Tucker, Ga., where she had resided since May 1.
She was born in East Liverpool Oct. 16, 1897, a daughter of the late James Bloor and Annie Dennis Bloor.
A retired teacher in the East Liverpool school system, Mrs. Hist was a member of the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, its Circle Four and the National Retired Teachers Association.
She graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1915, attended Kent State University, and later graduated from Geneva College.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Edwin (Dorothy) Broadbent of East Liverpool and Frances McCall of Stone Mountain, Ga.; and five grandchildren.
The Rev. George P. Donehoo is to conduct services at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial is to be in Riverview Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Dawson Funeral Home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday.
The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contributions to the Organ Fund at the church or the ELHS Alumni Association Clock Tower Project.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
RUTH T. WINLAND - Obituary
Ruth T. Winland - Obituary
August 28, 1976
Ruth T. Winland
Services will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Riverview Chapel for Mrs. Ruth T. Winland, 62, of 715 Park Blvd., who died Friday at 5:50 p.m. in Northside Hospital, Youngstown.
The rites will be conducted by the Rev. Ronald Loper of the Emmanuel Presbyterian Church.
Friends may call a the Martins Funeral Home Sunday from noon to 4 and 7 to 9.
Ruth T. Winland
Mrs. Ruth T. Winland, 62, of 715 Park Blvd., died today at 5:50 a.m. in Northside Hospital,Youngstown where she had been ill for three years.
A lifelong resident of the area, Mrs. Winland was born in Wellsville May 24, 1914, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry C. Taggart. She was a teacher in the Wellsville city school system for three years.
She was a former chairman of the City Hospital School of Nursing and was a member of the Women’s Association of the Fonderlac Country Club of Youngstown, the Monday Literary Club, an associate member of the East Liverpool Women’s Club and a member of the Emmanuel Presbyterian Church.
Mrs. Winland was graduated from Wellsville High School and Kent State University.
In addition to her husband, Fred Winland whom she married June 18, 1938, survivors include a daughter, Miss Jane E. Winland of New York, N. Y.
Services will be held Monday at Riverview Chapel by the Rev. Ronald Loper. Burial will follow.
Friends may call a the Martin Funeral Home Sunday from noon to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m
The family requests that contributions be made to the Ohio Division of the Columbiana County Unit of the American Cancer Society.
August 28, 1976
Ruth T. Winland
Services will be held Monday at 10:30 a.m. at Riverview Chapel for Mrs. Ruth T. Winland, 62, of 715 Park Blvd., who died Friday at 5:50 p.m. in Northside Hospital, Youngstown.
The rites will be conducted by the Rev. Ronald Loper of the Emmanuel Presbyterian Church.
Friends may call a the Martins Funeral Home Sunday from noon to 4 and 7 to 9.
Ruth T. Winland
Mrs. Ruth T. Winland, 62, of 715 Park Blvd., died today at 5:50 a.m. in Northside Hospital,Youngstown where she had been ill for three years.
A lifelong resident of the area, Mrs. Winland was born in Wellsville May 24, 1914, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry C. Taggart. She was a teacher in the Wellsville city school system for three years.
She was a former chairman of the City Hospital School of Nursing and was a member of the Women’s Association of the Fonderlac Country Club of Youngstown, the Monday Literary Club, an associate member of the East Liverpool Women’s Club and a member of the Emmanuel Presbyterian Church.
Mrs. Winland was graduated from Wellsville High School and Kent State University.
In addition to her husband, Fred Winland whom she married June 18, 1938, survivors include a daughter, Miss Jane E. Winland of New York, N. Y.
Services will be held Monday at Riverview Chapel by the Rev. Ronald Loper. Burial will follow.
Friends may call a the Martin Funeral Home Sunday from noon to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m
The family requests that contributions be made to the Ohio Division of the Columbiana County Unit of the American Cancer Society.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
LLOYD BABB - Obituary
Publication name unknown
Date of death 4/17/1967
Contributed by BOB
Lloyd Babb
Lloyd W. Babb, 56, of 441 W. 4th St., an English teacher at the East Liverpool High School, died Sunday at 10 p. m. at the East Liverpool Extended Care Center after a brief illness.
He was born here July 13, 1910, a son of the late Ira A. Babb and Emma McGaffick Babb. He was graduated in 1928 from the local high school. He attended Asbury College, where he received his AB degree in 1937, and Kenyon College for one year. In 1953, he received the master's degree from the University of Wisconsin. He taught biology at Galion Senior High School and also taught English and assisted in the library at a school in Illinois. He also taught speech and worked in the library at Defiance (Ohio) High School. He returned to East Liverpool in 1961.
Mr. Babb was a member of the Emmanuel Presbyterian Church and the East Liverpool Kiwanis Club, where he served as a Key Club adviser.
He is survived by three brothers, Alvin T. Babb and Edwin L. Babb, both of East Liverpool, and Herman J. Babb of Hubbard, and several nephews and nieces.
Services will be held Wednesday at 11 a. m. at the Dawson Funeral Home by the Rev. Russell Mase of Canton, former pastor of the Emmanuel Church. Burial will be in Locust Hill Cemetery, Chester.
Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday.
Date of death 4/17/1967
Contributed by BOB
Lloyd Babb
Lloyd W. Babb, 56, of 441 W. 4th St., an English teacher at the East Liverpool High School, died Sunday at 10 p. m. at the East Liverpool Extended Care Center after a brief illness.
He was born here July 13, 1910, a son of the late Ira A. Babb and Emma McGaffick Babb. He was graduated in 1928 from the local high school. He attended Asbury College, where he received his AB degree in 1937, and Kenyon College for one year. In 1953, he received the master's degree from the University of Wisconsin. He taught biology at Galion Senior High School and also taught English and assisted in the library at a school in Illinois. He also taught speech and worked in the library at Defiance (Ohio) High School. He returned to East Liverpool in 1961.
Mr. Babb was a member of the Emmanuel Presbyterian Church and the East Liverpool Kiwanis Club, where he served as a Key Club adviser.
He is survived by three brothers, Alvin T. Babb and Edwin L. Babb, both of East Liverpool, and Herman J. Babb of Hubbard, and several nephews and nieces.
Services will be held Wednesday at 11 a. m. at the Dawson Funeral Home by the Rev. Russell Mase of Canton, former pastor of the Emmanuel Church. Burial will be in Locust Hill Cemetery, Chester.
Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday.
HELEN LOUISE KINSEY - Obituary
East Liverpool Reveiw
March 23 2008
Helen Louise Kinsey, 93
EAST LIVERPOOL — Longtime Christian educator Helen Louise Kinsey, 93, of Lang Street, East Liverpool, passed away at 3:30 p.m. Friday, March 21, 2008, at the Calcutta Health Care Center.
Born on Aug. 9, 1914, in East Liverpool, she was the daughter of the late Thresa Marietta and Wilkie Collin Kinsey.
A 1932 graduate of East Liverpool High School, she attended Eastern Nazarene College and the Moody Bible Institute and was also a graduate of Geneva College. She taught Christian Education in the East Liverpool City Schools in the 1940's before embarking on a career of teaching and ministering to schools and churches across the country. She taught and was a director of Christian Education, having spent 20 years in Racine, Wis., before returning to East Liverpool in 1989.
At one time, she had been a member of the Glenmoor Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include several nieces and nephews.
Preceding Miss Kinsey in death were three sisters, Mary Jane Heffern, Minnie Hyder, and Ruth Sanford. There were also six brothers, Collin Kinsey, Harry Kinsey, Wilkie Kinsey, Donald Kinsey, Ray Kinsey and Robert Kinsey.
Services will be held at the Dawson Funeral Home at 11 a.m. Monday, with the Rev. Vel Vais of the church officiating.
Friends may call at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Monday.
Burial will follow at Spring Grove Cemetery.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com
Contributed by BOB
FREDERICK L. BRENNEMAN - Obituary
Contributed by BOB
The Review
SALEM - Frederick L. Brenneman, 57, of Butler Grange Road, died suddenly at 11:16 a. m. Monday, Aug., 9, 2004, at Salem Community Hospital.
Born in East Liverpool, Oct. 31, 1946, son of the late Chester Frederick Brenneman and Mary H. Maltarich Brenneman, he was a member of the East Liverpool High School Class of 1964. He attended Kent State University and completed courses at Salem Trade Extension, where he later became an istructor.
A member of the First United Methodist Church of East Liverpool, he lived all of his life in this area.
President of Wright Buffing & Wheel Co. in Lisbon as well as president of Lisbon Saw & Tool, he previously worked as a mechanical engineer at Patterson Industries, Mullins Manufacturing, Paxson Machine and Lehmann-Mills, Inc.
A member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, he was an avid golfer and enjoyed motorcycles and boating.
His wife, Linda Woolmaker Brenneman, whom he married Aug. 26, 1967, survives at home.
A son, Kent W. Brenneman at home, survives along with a brother, William C. Brenneman of Eustis, Fla.
There are two nieces, Kristin Brenneman and Tracey Nobles, both of Eustis.
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. Dave Maly of the church will conduct services at 2 p. m. Friday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park. Friends and family will gather at teh Dawson Family Center immediately following services.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.
The Review
SALEM - Frederick L. Brenneman, 57, of Butler Grange Road, died suddenly at 11:16 a. m. Monday, Aug., 9, 2004, at Salem Community Hospital.
Born in East Liverpool, Oct. 31, 1946, son of the late Chester Frederick Brenneman and Mary H. Maltarich Brenneman, he was a member of the East Liverpool High School Class of 1964. He attended Kent State University and completed courses at Salem Trade Extension, where he later became an istructor.
A member of the First United Methodist Church of East Liverpool, he lived all of his life in this area.
President of Wright Buffing & Wheel Co. in Lisbon as well as president of Lisbon Saw & Tool, he previously worked as a mechanical engineer at Patterson Industries, Mullins Manufacturing, Paxson Machine and Lehmann-Mills, Inc.
A member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, he was an avid golfer and enjoyed motorcycles and boating.
His wife, Linda Woolmaker Brenneman, whom he married Aug. 26, 1967, survives at home.
A son, Kent W. Brenneman at home, survives along with a brother, William C. Brenneman of Eustis, Fla.
There are two nieces, Kristin Brenneman and Tracey Nobles, both of Eustis.
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. Dave Maly of the church will conduct services at 2 p. m. Friday at the funeral home.
Burial will be in Columbiana County Memorial Park. Friends and family will gather at teh Dawson Family Center immediately following services.
View this obituary and send condolences online at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
ANNA P. JOHNSTON - Obituary
Evening Review
December 16, 2000
Miss Anna P. Johnston, 98
EAST LIVERPOOL –Miss Anna P. Johnston, 98, died at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, 2000, at the St. Mary’s Alzheimer Center in Columbiana following a lengthy illness.
She was born in East Liverpool Dec. 9, 1902, a daughter of the late John P. and Margaret Ellen Moore Johnston.
A lifelong area resident, she was a teacher and principal in the East Liverpool School System for nearly 50 years until her retirement in 1972. She graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1921 and was a member of the ELHS Alumni Association and its Leadership Gift Society. She also was a graduate of Ohio University. She was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church and the Catholic Women’s Study Group at one time. Along with Elizabeth Carter and the late Ruth Kincaid, Miss Johnston helped form the Tri-State Promoters in East Liverpool.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Crumbley; and two brothers, John “Jack” Johnston and Harry Johnston.
Father Charles William Crumbley of St. James Catholic Church in Warren, Ohio, will conduct a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Aloysius Catholic Cemetery.
Friends my call at the Dawson Funeral Home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday.
The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contribution to the St. Aloysius Catholic Church Memorial Fund, 235 W. Fifth St., East Liverpool, Ohio 43920, or the Tri-State Promoters, P. O. Box 986, East Liverpool, Ohio 43920
Contributed by Pat Lightner
December 16, 2000
Miss Anna P. Johnston, 98
EAST LIVERPOOL –Miss Anna P. Johnston, 98, died at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 15, 2000, at the St. Mary’s Alzheimer Center in Columbiana following a lengthy illness.
She was born in East Liverpool Dec. 9, 1902, a daughter of the late John P. and Margaret Ellen Moore Johnston.
A lifelong area resident, she was a teacher and principal in the East Liverpool School System for nearly 50 years until her retirement in 1972. She graduated from East Liverpool High School in 1921 and was a member of the ELHS Alumni Association and its Leadership Gift Society. She also was a graduate of Ohio University. She was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church and the Catholic Women’s Study Group at one time. Along with Elizabeth Carter and the late Ruth Kincaid, Miss Johnston helped form the Tri-State Promoters in East Liverpool.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Crumbley; and two brothers, John “Jack” Johnston and Harry Johnston.
Father Charles William Crumbley of St. James Catholic Church in Warren, Ohio, will conduct a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Aloysius Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Aloysius Catholic Cemetery.
Friends my call at the Dawson Funeral Home from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday.
The family suggests memorial tributes take the form of contribution to the St. Aloysius Catholic Church Memorial Fund, 235 W. Fifth St., East Liverpool, Ohio 43920, or the Tri-State Promoters, P. O. Box 986, East Liverpool, Ohio 43920
Contributed by Pat Lightner
PHYLLIS H. TROTTER - Obituary
Phyllis H. Trotter
AUSTIN, Texas – Phyllis H. Trotter, 94, of the Gracy Woods Nursing Center, formerly of Calcutta, died Wednesday, May 26, 2004, in Austin following a lengthy illness.
Born in Gallia County, Ohio, Dec. 11, 1909, daughter of the late Chester and Sadie Coleman Howard, she was a member of the Cadmus High School Class of 1927 and attended Rio Grande College.
A member of the Calcutta United Presbyterian Church and its Women’s Missionary Society, she came to Columbiana County in 1928.
A teacher for the Beaver Local School District for 30 years until retiring in 1972, she also had taught in several one-room schoolhouses.
A member of the Columbiana historical Society, she also was a charter member of the Columbiana County School Credit Union.
Her husband, James Trotter, whom she married May 13, 1931, died in 1987. Three sisters, Aldeth White, Clarice Null and Ruth Johnson, and three brothers, Leland Howard, Robert Howard and Merrill Howard, also preceded her in death.
A daughter, Cathey Kostetsky and her husband, Nicholas, of Austin, and a son, James H. Trotter and his wife, Norma, of Smithville, Ohio survive.
Two sisters, Gertrude Slagle of Oak Hill, Ohio, and Marcella Long of Kentucky, also survive, along with a brother, Emerson Howard and his wife, Irene of Toledo.
There are four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Friends may call Monday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present form 6 to 8 p.m. as well as on Tuesday one hour before the 11 a.m. service. Pastor Mark Unrue of the First Presbyterian Church of Urichsville will officiate.
Burial will be in Longs Run Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the Calcutta United Presbyterian Church, 16123 St. Clair Ave., East Liverpool, OH 43920.
View this obituary and send condolences online at http://www.dawsonfuneralhome.com/.
AUSTIN, Texas – Phyllis H. Trotter, 94, of the Gracy Woods Nursing Center, formerly of Calcutta, died Wednesday, May 26, 2004, in Austin following a lengthy illness.
Born in Gallia County, Ohio, Dec. 11, 1909, daughter of the late Chester and Sadie Coleman Howard, she was a member of the Cadmus High School Class of 1927 and attended Rio Grande College.
A member of the Calcutta United Presbyterian Church and its Women’s Missionary Society, she came to Columbiana County in 1928.
A teacher for the Beaver Local School District for 30 years until retiring in 1972, she also had taught in several one-room schoolhouses.
A member of the Columbiana historical Society, she also was a charter member of the Columbiana County School Credit Union.
Her husband, James Trotter, whom she married May 13, 1931, died in 1987. Three sisters, Aldeth White, Clarice Null and Ruth Johnson, and three brothers, Leland Howard, Robert Howard and Merrill Howard, also preceded her in death.
A daughter, Cathey Kostetsky and her husband, Nicholas, of Austin, and a son, James H. Trotter and his wife, Norma, of Smithville, Ohio survive.
Two sisters, Gertrude Slagle of Oak Hill, Ohio, and Marcella Long of Kentucky, also survive, along with a brother, Emerson Howard and his wife, Irene of Toledo.
There are four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
Friends may call Monday at the Dawson Funeral Home, where the family will be present form 6 to 8 p.m. as well as on Tuesday one hour before the 11 a.m. service. Pastor Mark Unrue of the First Presbyterian Church of Urichsville will officiate.
Burial will be in Longs Run Cemetery.
Contributions may be made to the Calcutta United Presbyterian Church, 16123 St. Clair Ave., East Liverpool, OH 43920.
View this obituary and send condolences online at http://www.dawsonfuneralhome.com/.
JULIA JO BARNHART - Obituary
East Liverpool Review
August 4, 2001
Julia Jo Barnhart
BRADENTON, Fla. -- Julia Jo Barnhart, 74, formerly of the Calcutta and Glenmoor areas of East Liverpool, died Monday, July 16, 2001, at Bradenton Missionary Village.
She was born in East Liverpool Sept. 3, 1926, a daughter of the late Martin V. and Ann Rigby Barnhart, and was a resident and volunteer at the Bradenton Missionary Village for the past seven years.
She previously had spent 31 years as a missionary with the Central American Mission in Guatemala. Prior to that time, she was a teacher in the Beaver Local School System and had spent two years teaching for the U. S. Government in France.
Miss Barnhart was a 1943 graduate of East Liverpool High School and attended both Ohio Wesleyan and Ohio State University, graduating from Geneva College. She also attended the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago and was a member of the Faith Community Church of Calcutta.
She is survived by a brother, Lawrence M. Barnhart of Homeworth, Ohio, and was preceded in death by two sisters, Alice Ann Lamping and Julie Ann Barnhart.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, at Riverview Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Sawyer of the Homeworth Presbyterian Church officiating.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to Bradenton Mission Benevolency Fund, P. O. Box 1848, Bradenton, Fla. 34206.
The Dawson Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.
You may view this obituary and send condolences at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
August 4, 2001
Julia Jo Barnhart
BRADENTON, Fla. -- Julia Jo Barnhart, 74, formerly of the Calcutta and Glenmoor areas of East Liverpool, died Monday, July 16, 2001, at Bradenton Missionary Village.
She was born in East Liverpool Sept. 3, 1926, a daughter of the late Martin V. and Ann Rigby Barnhart, and was a resident and volunteer at the Bradenton Missionary Village for the past seven years.
She previously had spent 31 years as a missionary with the Central American Mission in Guatemala. Prior to that time, she was a teacher in the Beaver Local School System and had spent two years teaching for the U. S. Government in France.
Miss Barnhart was a 1943 graduate of East Liverpool High School and attended both Ohio Wesleyan and Ohio State University, graduating from Geneva College. She also attended the Moody Bible Institute in Chicago and was a member of the Faith Community Church of Calcutta.
She is survived by a brother, Lawrence M. Barnhart of Homeworth, Ohio, and was preceded in death by two sisters, Alice Ann Lamping and Julie Ann Barnhart.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 7, at Riverview Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Sawyer of the Homeworth Presbyterian Church officiating.
The family requests memorial contributions be made to Bradenton Mission Benevolency Fund, P. O. Box 1848, Bradenton, Fla. 34206.
The Dawson Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.
You may view this obituary and send condolences at www.dawsonfuneralhome.com.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
ALICE A. WOLLAM - Obituary
East Liverpool Review
October 17, 1984
Alice A. Wollam
Mrs. Alice A. Wollam, 82, of Jasmine Dr., Lake Placid, Fla., former area teacher, died Monday at 8 a.m. a the Humana Hospital in Kissimmee, Fla., following a long illness.
Virtually a lifelong St. Clair Township area resident, Mrs. Wollam was born in East Liverpool, Jan. 16, 1902, a daughter of Clarence Azdell and Lulu Hickman Azdell.
She taught in the Beaver Local School District’s junior high and Calcutta Elementary schools and in Winona and former Negley and Oak Grove Elementary Schools.
She was graduated from East Liverpool High School, and attended Kent State University and East Liverpool Kent State Campus.
She was a member of the Calcutta Presbyterian Church, and a life member of Ohio and National Retired Teachers Association and the American Association of Retired Persons.
Besides her husband, Carl Wollam, whom she married June 14, 1924, survivors include a son, Joseph Wollam of Minerva; two daughters, Mrs. Shirley Prokop of St. Joseph, Mo., and Frs. Flora Decker of Kissimmee; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Services will be held Friday at 10:30 a.m. at the Martin Funeral Home by the Rev. John Mattis.
Burial is to be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday afternoon and evening.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
October 17, 1984
Alice A. Wollam
Mrs. Alice A. Wollam, 82, of Jasmine Dr., Lake Placid, Fla., former area teacher, died Monday at 8 a.m. a the Humana Hospital in Kissimmee, Fla., following a long illness.
Virtually a lifelong St. Clair Township area resident, Mrs. Wollam was born in East Liverpool, Jan. 16, 1902, a daughter of Clarence Azdell and Lulu Hickman Azdell.
She taught in the Beaver Local School District’s junior high and Calcutta Elementary schools and in Winona and former Negley and Oak Grove Elementary Schools.
She was graduated from East Liverpool High School, and attended Kent State University and East Liverpool Kent State Campus.
She was a member of the Calcutta Presbyterian Church, and a life member of Ohio and National Retired Teachers Association and the American Association of Retired Persons.
Besides her husband, Carl Wollam, whom she married June 14, 1924, survivors include a son, Joseph Wollam of Minerva; two daughters, Mrs. Shirley Prokop of St. Joseph, Mo., and Frs. Flora Decker of Kissimmee; eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Services will be held Friday at 10:30 a.m. at the Martin Funeral Home by the Rev. John Mattis.
Burial is to be in Columbiana County Memorial Park.
Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday afternoon and evening.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
VIRGINIA B. HEDDLESTON - Obituary
September 30, 1985
Virginia Heddleston
Graveside services are to be held for Mrs. Virginia B. Heddleston, 90, of the We Care Nursing Home at 11604 Rollercoaster Rd., Lisbon, retired East Liverpool school teacher, who died at 3:29 p.m. Sunday at City Hospital following a one-month illness.
She was born in Ohioville, Pa., May 23, 1895, a daughter of the late H. S. Todd and Ida Davidson Todd.
Mrs. Heddleston retired as a teacher with the East Liverpool Public Schools in 1964. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church and its Dorcas Circle, and had been a teacher of its Welcome Class several years. She also was a member of the Ohio State Retired Teachers Association.
Her husband, Frank Allen Heddleston, died in 1943.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Allene Bosworth of Lisbon; a son, David A. Heddleston of Glenmoor; a brother, Richard Todd of Midland; 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
The services are to be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Oak Grove Cemetery in Industry with the Rev. Wayne Standley of the Anderson United Methodist Church officiating.
Friends may call at the Dawson Funeral Home this evening.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
Virginia Heddleston
Graveside services are to be held for Mrs. Virginia B. Heddleston, 90, of the We Care Nursing Home at 11604 Rollercoaster Rd., Lisbon, retired East Liverpool school teacher, who died at 3:29 p.m. Sunday at City Hospital following a one-month illness.
She was born in Ohioville, Pa., May 23, 1895, a daughter of the late H. S. Todd and Ida Davidson Todd.
Mrs. Heddleston retired as a teacher with the East Liverpool Public Schools in 1964. She was a member of the Pennsylvania Avenue United Methodist Church and its Dorcas Circle, and had been a teacher of its Welcome Class several years. She also was a member of the Ohio State Retired Teachers Association.
Her husband, Frank Allen Heddleston, died in 1943.
She is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Allene Bosworth of Lisbon; a son, David A. Heddleston of Glenmoor; a brother, Richard Todd of Midland; 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
The services are to be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Oak Grove Cemetery in Industry with the Rev. Wayne Standley of the Anderson United Methodist Church officiating.
Friends may call at the Dawson Funeral Home this evening.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
ROSE ZIPPERAN - Obituary
April 29, 1979
Rose Zipperan
POLAND – Mrs. Rose R. Zipperan, 68, of 305 S. Main St. died Sunday at 1:50 a.m. at Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren after suffering an apparent heart attack.
Mrs. Zipperan was born Oct. 20, 1910, in New York City, a daughter of Alfonso Molli and Christina Rosemangna Molli.
She moved here from Wellsville.
Mrs. Zipperan was retied in 1978 as a teacher, having taught from 1944-54 in the East Liverpool School District.
She was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Joseph DeBaise of Boulder, Colo., and Mrs. Michael Geary of St. Louis, Mo.; two brothers, Patrick Molli of Columbus and Louis Molli of Washington D.C.; a sister, Mrs. Joseph Phillips of Kokomo, Ind., and two grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the Holy Family Church.
Friends may call Tuesday from 2 too 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Cunningham Funeral Home here where another service will be conducted Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
Rose Zipperan
POLAND – Mrs. Rose R. Zipperan, 68, of 305 S. Main St. died Sunday at 1:50 a.m. at Trumbull Memorial Hospital in Warren after suffering an apparent heart attack.
Mrs. Zipperan was born Oct. 20, 1910, in New York City, a daughter of Alfonso Molli and Christina Rosemangna Molli.
She moved here from Wellsville.
Mrs. Zipperan was retied in 1978 as a teacher, having taught from 1944-54 in the East Liverpool School District.
She was a member of the Holy Family Catholic Church.
Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Joseph DeBaise of Boulder, Colo., and Mrs. Michael Geary of St. Louis, Mo.; two brothers, Patrick Molli of Columbus and Louis Molli of Washington D.C.; a sister, Mrs. Joseph Phillips of Kokomo, Ind., and two grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. from the Holy Family Church.
Friends may call Tuesday from 2 too 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Cunningham Funeral Home here where another service will be conducted Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
Contributed by Pat Lightner
MARY IDA HIGHFIELD - Obituary
East Liverpool Review
Nov. 15, 2004
Mary Ida Highfield, 92
CHESTER -- Mary Ida Highfield, 92, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2004, at the Weirton Medical Center following a brief illness.
A daughter of the late Clarence Merle and Ida Mary Smeltz Highfield, she was born in East Liverpool on March 24, 1912.
Mary was a lifetime resident of this area having graduated from the former Wells High School in Newell and West Liberty State College. She began her 38-year teaching career in the one-room Allison School House and retired in 1971 from the now closed Jefferson Elementary School in Newell.
A devout Catholic, Mary attended Sacred Heart Church in Chester where she taught catechism, was a member of the Parish Council, the building committee and was an active member of the Ladies Guild. Mary’s calling in life was to care for and visit the sick.
She was also a member of the Chester Asbury Farm Women and Hancock County Retired Teachers Association.
Mary was the last living member of her family having been preceded in death by her five brothers, Paul, Merle, Irvin, William, and Dale. Edgar Allison, a lifelong friend, also preceded her in death along with a nephew and a niece, Bill and Bonnie Highfield and Clarence Wollam, nephew by marriage.
Survivors include Mary Jane Wollam, who was raised by the Highfield family and was considered by Mary as a sister instead of a niece. Other survivors include her sister-in-law, Mrs. Dale (Jean) Highfield and numerous nieces and nephews including Michael (Karen) Highfield, Patricia (Joe) Trubiano, Cathy (Bob) Glass, Terry (Debbie) Highfield,
Barry (Cherie) Highfield, Scott (Karen) Highfield, Ann (Dale) Berger, Joe (Florence) Highfield, Teresa Highfield, Dimoff, Sandy (Keith) Pattison and Tom (Vanessa) Highfield. Also surviving are 27 great-nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received at the Turley Funeral Home in New Cumberland on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The Rosary will be recited by her family at 3 p.m. on Tuesday. A Wake Service will be conducted at 8 p.m. by the Rev. Lino Ebejer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church in Chester on Wednesday at 10 a.m. by Father Ebejer. Burial will follow at the Locust Hill Cemetery in Chester.
Nov. 15, 2004
Mary Ida Highfield, 92
CHESTER -- Mary Ida Highfield, 92, died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2004, at the Weirton Medical Center following a brief illness.
A daughter of the late Clarence Merle and Ida Mary Smeltz Highfield, she was born in East Liverpool on March 24, 1912.
Mary was a lifetime resident of this area having graduated from the former Wells High School in Newell and West Liberty State College. She began her 38-year teaching career in the one-room Allison School House and retired in 1971 from the now closed Jefferson Elementary School in Newell.
A devout Catholic, Mary attended Sacred Heart Church in Chester where she taught catechism, was a member of the Parish Council, the building committee and was an active member of the Ladies Guild. Mary’s calling in life was to care for and visit the sick.
She was also a member of the Chester Asbury Farm Women and Hancock County Retired Teachers Association.
Mary was the last living member of her family having been preceded in death by her five brothers, Paul, Merle, Irvin, William, and Dale. Edgar Allison, a lifelong friend, also preceded her in death along with a nephew and a niece, Bill and Bonnie Highfield and Clarence Wollam, nephew by marriage.
Survivors include Mary Jane Wollam, who was raised by the Highfield family and was considered by Mary as a sister instead of a niece. Other survivors include her sister-in-law, Mrs. Dale (Jean) Highfield and numerous nieces and nephews including Michael (Karen) Highfield, Patricia (Joe) Trubiano, Cathy (Bob) Glass, Terry (Debbie) Highfield,
Barry (Cherie) Highfield, Scott (Karen) Highfield, Ann (Dale) Berger, Joe (Florence) Highfield, Teresa Highfield, Dimoff, Sandy (Keith) Pattison and Tom (Vanessa) Highfield. Also surviving are 27 great-nieces and nephews.
Friends will be received at the Turley Funeral Home in New Cumberland on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. The Rosary will be recited by her family at 3 p.m. on Tuesday. A Wake Service will be conducted at 8 p.m. by the Rev. Lino Ebejer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Church in Chester on Wednesday at 10 a.m. by Father Ebejer. Burial will follow at the Locust Hill Cemetery in Chester.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
RICHARD D. BRENNEMAN - Obituary
East Liverpool Review
May 15, 2002
Richard Diamond Brenneman
MORGANTOWN, W. Va., -- Richard Diamond Brennaman, 89, died of natural causes Sunday, May 12, 2002, at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown.
He was born Nov. 30, 1912, in Buffalo, N. Y., son of Charles Melchor and Ollie Diamond Brenneman.
In 1995 Richard was preceded in death by Garnet, his beloved wife of 56 years.
At the age of 8, along with his parents and brother Charles, he moved to the family apple farm at Brownsdale, near New Cumberland. The farm was to become his most treasured place on earth. His father died when he was 14. Richard was forced to assume responsibilities beyond his years and developed a deep appreciation of hard work and strong moral values. Honesty, compassion, and an enduring desire for knowledge characterized his life.
Enlisting in the U. S. Navy in 1944, he served as a radar technician aboard the USS Roulette in the Pacific Theatre. He was honorably discharged in 1946 at the conclusion of World War II.
He attended the old one room Elwood School in Hancock County, Wells High School in Newell and graduated from Upper Darby High School near Philadelphia, Pa. Richard studied electronics in the U. S. Navy and later completed correspondence courses in electronics and obtained his teaching certificate through classes at the University of Pittsburgh, Marshall University and Fairmont State College.
Richard taught electronics technology for seven years at Weir High School. Prior to that, he was employed 31 years at Weirton Steel Corp., working first in Quality Control and later in the Electronics Department.
As an active member of the Newell Lions Club, he was awarded a life membership in the International Association of Lions Clubs. He was active in 4-H programs including leading nature walks, helping to establish Camp Aura, and working with the All-Stars. Richard was a member of the Weirton Steel 25-year Club. He was also active with the Hancock County Retired School Employees and the Hancock County Senior Citizens. Richard was a member of Nessly Chapel United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his daughter, Carolyn B. Keech of Morgantown, son and daughter-in-law Richard C. and Diane Brenneman of Plainfield, Ill., and son John W. Brenneman of New Cumberland; sister-in-law, Helen P. Brenneman of Belleair, Fla.; grandchildren, David and his wife Mary Keech of Kingwood, Randy Keech of Pittsburgh, Pa., Pamela and her husband Tim Troje of Rosemont, Minn., Wendy Brenneman and Barbara Brenneman of Egan, Minn.; great-granddaughters Madelynn Engel and Laren Keech; and numerous nieces and nephews.
AT his request, Richard’s body was donated to the Human Gift Registry at West Virginia University. A memorial service honoring Richard’s life will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22, 2002, at Nessly Chapel Untied Methodist Church in New Cumberland.
Memorial donations may be made to the Blanchette Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute, c/o WVU Foundation, One Waterfront Place, 7th Floor, PO Box 1650, Morgantown, WV 26507. “In memory of Richard D. Brenneman for the BRNI,” should be included on the memo line of your gifts.
Contributed by BOB
May 15, 2002
Richard Diamond Brenneman
MORGANTOWN, W. Va., -- Richard Diamond Brennaman, 89, died of natural causes Sunday, May 12, 2002, at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown.
He was born Nov. 30, 1912, in Buffalo, N. Y., son of Charles Melchor and Ollie Diamond Brenneman.
In 1995 Richard was preceded in death by Garnet, his beloved wife of 56 years.
At the age of 8, along with his parents and brother Charles, he moved to the family apple farm at Brownsdale, near New Cumberland. The farm was to become his most treasured place on earth. His father died when he was 14. Richard was forced to assume responsibilities beyond his years and developed a deep appreciation of hard work and strong moral values. Honesty, compassion, and an enduring desire for knowledge characterized his life.
Enlisting in the U. S. Navy in 1944, he served as a radar technician aboard the USS Roulette in the Pacific Theatre. He was honorably discharged in 1946 at the conclusion of World War II.
He attended the old one room Elwood School in Hancock County, Wells High School in Newell and graduated from Upper Darby High School near Philadelphia, Pa. Richard studied electronics in the U. S. Navy and later completed correspondence courses in electronics and obtained his teaching certificate through classes at the University of Pittsburgh, Marshall University and Fairmont State College.
Richard taught electronics technology for seven years at Weir High School. Prior to that, he was employed 31 years at Weirton Steel Corp., working first in Quality Control and later in the Electronics Department.
As an active member of the Newell Lions Club, he was awarded a life membership in the International Association of Lions Clubs. He was active in 4-H programs including leading nature walks, helping to establish Camp Aura, and working with the All-Stars. Richard was a member of the Weirton Steel 25-year Club. He was also active with the Hancock County Retired School Employees and the Hancock County Senior Citizens. Richard was a member of Nessly Chapel United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his daughter, Carolyn B. Keech of Morgantown, son and daughter-in-law Richard C. and Diane Brenneman of Plainfield, Ill., and son John W. Brenneman of New Cumberland; sister-in-law, Helen P. Brenneman of Belleair, Fla.; grandchildren, David and his wife Mary Keech of Kingwood, Randy Keech of Pittsburgh, Pa., Pamela and her husband Tim Troje of Rosemont, Minn., Wendy Brenneman and Barbara Brenneman of Egan, Minn.; great-granddaughters Madelynn Engel and Laren Keech; and numerous nieces and nephews.
AT his request, Richard’s body was donated to the Human Gift Registry at West Virginia University. A memorial service honoring Richard’s life will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, June 22, 2002, at Nessly Chapel Untied Methodist Church in New Cumberland.
Memorial donations may be made to the Blanchette Rockefeller Neurosciences Institute, c/o WVU Foundation, One Waterfront Place, 7th Floor, PO Box 1650, Morgantown, WV 26507. “In memory of Richard D. Brenneman for the BRNI,” should be included on the memo line of your gifts.
Contributed by BOB
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