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.

REV. M. RUDOLPH MILLER - Obituary

East Liverpool Review
Jan 20, 2006

Rev. M. Rudolph Miller, 101

TAMPA, Fla. - Rev. M. Rudolph Miller, former minister at Trinity Presbyterian Church in East Liverpool, died Thursday, Jan. 19, 2006, at the medical center of John Knox Village in Tampa.

Born Jan. 31, 1904 in Lemoyne, Pa. to Jerome Rudolph Miller and Gertrude Fannie Moore, he died just 12 days short of his 102 birthday.

A celebration of life will be held at the John Knox Village Chapel at a time to be announced.

Rev. Miller was pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church from April 1939 until January 1968 with a 46 month break for service as a Chaplain in the U. S. Army during World War II where he participated in the historic landing at the Normandy beaches. During his tenure as Trinity’s minister, the church built a new structure and moved from 4th street downtown to its present Maine Blvd. Location. Rev. Miller was predeceased by his wife of 72 years, Miriam Miller and his oldest son, Michael Miller. His surviving son, Stephen and his wife, the former Ruth Ann Wellington, both of East Liverpool are living in Tampa. Rev. Miller is also survived by four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Rev. Miller graduated from Yale University in 1926 and Western Theological now the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. He initially came to East Liverpool area as pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Newell, W. Va. In 1931. While living in East Liverpool he served as president of the Carnegie Public Library Board of Trustees, a member of the board of directors of the YMCA and Red Cross, as director of the East Liverpool Child Counseling Center and the Retarded Children’s Group, as director of the Civic Music Association, a trustee of the Osteopathic Hospital and Kiwanis Club. He also served as Moderator of Wheeling Kittanning and Steubenville Presbyteries. He served 28 years in the U. S. Army guard and reserves on both active and reserve duty retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. The family requests that memorials take the form of donations to the Trinity Presbyterian Church, East Liverpool, Ohio music fund.

Contributed by Bonnie Baker Ryan

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

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

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

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

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.