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Monroe County Obituaries

2007 A-D

 

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Abbott, Gary E. Abbott

Monroe County Beacon, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 2007

     Gary E. Abbott, Magnolia, Ohio, died Dec. 18, 2006, in Aultman Hospital, following an extended illness. He was born Oct. 23, 1955 in Barnesville the son of Edward and Hilda (Berry) Abbott.  He was a 1974 graduate of Beallsville High School. He went to serve his country proudly in the United States Army. He worked as a porter for Holiday Inn and most recently for the Canton Repository. He was a past member of Jerusalem Church of Christ. He enjoyed playing pool, golfing and a game of chance but nothing more to him than the love he shared with his family.

     Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his wife, Shirley Abbott of 28 years; four sons, Justin, Brett, Corey and Chase; three daughters, Rebecca, Caitlin and Dakota; one granddaughter, Kylie Jean Abbott; two brothers, Roger (Jenny) Abbott of Clarington and Douglas Abbott of Woodsfield; and a sister Debbie Abbott of Marietta.

     He was preceded in death by a son, Brandon Abbott; father, Edward Abbott; grandson, Brayden Abbott; and brother, Brad Abbott.

     Friends were received Dec.20 at Reed Funeral Home, Canton Chapel.  A graveside service was held Dec. 21 in Jerusalem Cemetery, with Kenneth Kahrig officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

 

Abbott, Iona Mae Abbott nee Pittman

Harper Online Obituaries, Beallsville, Ohio, dated, December 23, 2007

     Iona Abbott, 68, of Beallsville died Saturday, December 22, 2007 at her home.  She was born September 20, 1939, near Beallsville, a daughter of Hildred "Tillie" Rush Mareno and the late William M. Pittman.  Iona was a member of the Beallsville American Legion Auxilliary and she enjoyed making crafts.

     Surviving in addition to her mother, Tillie Mareno of Woodsfield, are her partner, Randall Brownfield of Beallsville; four children, Louella (Joe) Urbanek and Leona Lucas, both of Beallsville, Rebecca (Richard) Smith of St. Clairsville, and Clinton Mobley of Columbus; two step-sons, James "Jeb" Brownfield of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Lance Brownfield of Barnesville; a brother, Ronnie (Nora) Pittman of Jerusalem; four grandchildren Billy King, Joella Urbanek, Randy and Randa Daugherty; and two great-grandchildren, Sara and Zach King. 

     Friends will be received at the Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville Sunday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM where services will be held Monday at 1 PM with Pastor Jeff Cox officiating.  Burial will follow in Beallsville Cemetery.

 

Abicht, Debra Dare nee Sturm

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, June 24, 2007

    WHIPPLE - Debra Dare Abicht, 55, of Whipple, died unexpectedly Tuesday (June 19, 2007) at The Ohio State University Medical Center.  Dee was born Jan. 22, 1952, in Clarksburg, W.Va., to the late Ralph D.and Ruby F. McCartney Sturm.

    She is survived by daughter, Fancie Filipow Smith and husband, Wayne; three grandchildren, Lacie Jaelyn, Tommy, and Megan Smith, all of New Matamoras; son, SPC Louis Corey Filipow stationed in Wog Won, South Korea, with the U.S. Army; and brother, Ralph D. Sturm Jr. and wife, Donna, of Marietta.

    She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Mary Ruth Shay.

    There will be no service.  Memorial contributions may be made to P.O. Box 184, New Matamoras, Ohio 45767.

 

Ables, Mary E. Ables, nee Spell

Source:  The Record Courier, (Ravenna, Ohio); 7 Sep 2007

       Mary E. Ables 71 of Diamond passed away Thursday Sept.6, 2007 at the Regency Hospital in Ravenna, Ohio.  She was born March 15, 1936 in Lake Milton, Ohio and has been a lifelong Portage County resident.

        She is survived by her son Harold Ables of Diamond, daughter Angela Stout of Ravenna, five grandchildren, one great grandchild and sister Shirley Vargo of Nevada.  She was preceded in death by her husband Harold Z. Ables and two sisters.

        There will be no calling hours, private family services will be held at West Cemetery Palmyra Twp., Ohio.  Arrangements by the Shorts Funeral Homes Ravenna Chapel.

 

Ackerman, Colletta Ackerman nee Burkhart

Monroe County Beacon, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 4, 2007

     Colletta Ackerman, 92, died Dec. 24, 2006, at Wesley Glen in Columbus.  She was a devout Catholic and an active and longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Columbus.

     Surviving are her son, David (Lynn, nee Huber); granddaughter, Beth Ackerman, all of new Vienna; many nieces and nephews and friends.

     She was preceded in death by her husband, Abraham; four brothers, Harold, Ernest, Orville “Harv” and Paul Burkhart.

     Friends were received Dec. 28 at Novak Funeral Home, Columbus. Mass of Christian Burial was held Dec. 29 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Fr. Kevin Kavanagh as celebrant.  Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Lockbourne.  Memorial contributions may be made in Coletta’s name to the charity of your choice.

 

Ackerman, Fred Otto Ackerman

Source:  The Reporter, [Tavernier, Florida] - Thursday, May 10, 2007

        Fred Otto Ackerman died on May 4 at Homestead Hospital in Homestead.

        He was born in Woodsfield, Ohio on April 14, 1917. He was one of six children born to Charles and Lillian Ackerman.

        He grew up in Key West and moved to Miami, where he became the beloved husband of Cleo Walton for 50 years. Fred was the proud father of Wayne, Ronald and Lynn.

        Upon his retirement after 28 years as the Civilian Superintendent of Operations at the United States Coast Guard Base on Miami Beach, Fred and family fulfilled his dream to move and live in the Keys where he began his second career as a building contractor.

        He is survived by his children, Wayne (MaryAnne) Ackerman of Honolulu, Lynn (Smoky) Weaver of Tavernier; sister Lillian Jane (Bill) Spears of Lake City; grandchildren Bret Ackerman, Brandi Ackerman, Sarah (A.K.) Lovarco, Jay (Christina) Weaver, and Ryan (Kami) Weaver; and great-granchildren [sic–great-grandchildren] Anthony, Zachary and Wesley Weaver.

        Fred was preceded in death by his wife, Cleo, and son Ronald; his parents, Charles and Lillian; sisters Florence and Kathleen, and brothers Otto and Jack.

        Fred will be missed by his family, his church family at the First Baptist Church of Key Largo, many friends and caregiver Ovida Bell.

        A memorial service is planned for 6 p.m.on Friday, May 18 at First Baptist Church of Key Largo.

 

Ackerman, Virginia Ackerman nee Rosenlieb

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 11, 2007

Virginia Mae Ackerman age 85 of Woodsfield, Ohio died Wednesday January 10, 2007 at the Woodsfield Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was born January 16, 1921 in Monroe County Ohio a daughter of the late George Rosenlieb and Mary E. Dougherty Rosenlieb. She was a member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ of Woodsfield.

Preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Francis "Fritz" Ackerman, 2 sisters; Elsie Rosenlieb and Norma Brookover.

She is survived by 3 daughters: Kay (Mike) Jorris - Woodsfield, Ohio, Marlene Ackerman - Woodsfield, Ohio, Sandra (Mike) Emdin - Denver, Colorado, 1 Son: Fred (Martha) Ackerman - Woodsfield, Ohio, 10 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

There will be no visitation. Interment in Oaklawn Cemetery Woodsfield at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 303 S. Main St. Woodsfield, OH 43793.

 

Adair, V. Ray Adair

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, November 20, 2007

ADAIR, V. Ray, Jr., 82, of Senecaville, Ohio, died Sunday, November 18, 2007, at his home.

Ray was born February 15, 1925 in Monroe County, a son of the late Vernon Ray Adair and Olive Pugh Adair.

Ray was the former Barnesville Chief of Police; and was the retired credit manager for Rolling Hills Landmark. He served his country in the US Army for two years in Italy during WWII; a member of the Senecaville United Methodist Church; the Senecaville Senior Citizens; a 50 year member of Friendship Masonic Lodge; and Order of Eastern Star, both of Barnesville; the Scottish Rite of Cambridge; the Belmont County Farm Bureau; and was a member and former commander of the Barnesville American Legion.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Surviving are his wife, Irene Castello Adair; nieces and caregivers, Joey Mobley of Senecaville, Nikki Moore of Cumberland, Denise Christman, and Julie Keiser, both of Barnesville; nephews, Johnny Lambert of Cleveland and Shawn Lambert of Maysville; numerous other nieces and nephews; special granddaughters, Brook and Taylor Christman; and a sister, Avis (Jim) Patton of Ariz.

Friends will be received Tuesday 5-8 p.m. at Kelly- Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 702 East Main Street, Barnesville.

Graveside services Wednesday 11 a.m. at Crestview Cemetery, Barnesville, Ohio with Pastor Rodney West officiating.

Friendship Masonic Lodge services Tuesday 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions to Hospice of Guernsey County, Box 1165, Cambridge, OH 43725.

 

Adamy, Agatha E. Adamy, nee Miller

Source:  The Charleston [West Virginia] Gazette - Monday, January 22, 2007

        Agatha E. Adamy, 93, of Webster Springs, died Saturday, Jan. 20, 2007, at Webster County Memorial Hospital, Webster Springs, after an extended illness.

        She was born Tuesday, Sept. 2, 1913, at Arcola, to the late Omer Miller and Clara Morrison Miller. She was a homemaker, a lifelong resident of Webster County and a Protestant by faith. She enjoyed cooking, gardening and raising flowers.

        In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William C. Adamy; son, Eugene Adamy; sisters, Glenna Cummings, Lou Moffatt, and Ruth Bell; and half brother, Homer Miller.

        Survivors include sons, Bill Adamy of Webster Springs and Garel "Red" Adamy of Upper Glade; daughters, Gayle Adamy Cutright of Cowen, Agnes Adamy Short of Camden On Gauley, and Edith Adamy Hill of Columbia Station, Ohio; 20 grandchildren; and 35 great-grandchildren.

        The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 23, at Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs, with the Rev. Tom Kessler of Bolair officiating. Burial will follow in Scott McAvoy Cemetery, Webster Springs.

        Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday, Jan. 22, at the funeral home.

        Dodd & Reed Funeral Home, Webster Springs, is in charge of arrangements.

 

Ady, Ralph Kenneth Ady

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 30, 2007

 Ralph Kenneth Ady, 84, of Fairground Road, Woodsfield, died Dec. 28, 2007 at Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

 He was born June 28, 1923, the son of the late Everett and Ida (Palmer) Ady.

He served in the 303 Engineers Battalion in World War II and was in the Battle of the Bulge, which was the turning point of the war in Europe. He received the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for his service to his country.

He was a member of the Woodsfield Church of Christ.

He and his two brothers, Henry Ady and James Ady were owners and operators of the A&L Drilling Company until the early 1980's. They were also talented musicians who enjoyed entertaining county-wide at various community events throughout the 1950-70's.

Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Doris (Henthorn) Ady whom he married December 15, 1945; two children, Marcia (Ady) Haren of Woodsfield and Brian Ady of Powhatan; two grandchildren, R.J. Haren of Woodsfield and Ginger (Haren) Yonak of Miamisburg; one great-granddaughter, Hannah Madison Yonak; a sister, Eunice Brown and a brother, Glenn Ady, both of Woodsfield; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding him in death were three sisters, Stella Pittman, Amanda Ault, Bessie Pletcher; and two brothers, Henry Ady and James Ady.

Friends and relatives were received at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Dec. 30 where services were held Dec. 31 with officiating Minister Keith Jones.

Burial in Cameron Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at bauerturner.com.

 

Allen, Terry Lee Allen

McVey Memorial Obituaries, Caldwell, Ohio, dated, January 23, 2007

    Terry Lee Allen, age 65, of Caldwell, Ohio, died Monday, January 22, 2007, at his home.  He was born July 1, 1941, in Caldwell, and he retired from the BP Oil Company Station in Caldwell with over twenty years of service.  He was a member of Regans Chapel United Methodist Church in Hoskinsville.  He loved to hunt and fish.  He also enjoyed NASCAR racing and was a  collector of 1:24 scale model cars. He enjoyed working on cars and his John Deere Tractor.

   He was preceded in death by his mother, Beatrice Allen Sponcil; his step-father, Luther Sponcil; and one brother, Gregory Sponcil.

   Surviving are his wife, Mary M. Harmon Allen, whom he married July 5, 1969; two sons, Johnny D. (Amy) Allen of Summerfield and Chad M. Allen of the home; two sisters, Deanna Dimmerling of Woodsfield and Pam (Mark) Stout of Columbus; one grandson, Ryan Andrew Allen of Summerfield; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

   Friends may call Thursday, January 25, 2007, from 2-8PM at McVay-Perkins Funeral Home, Caldwell, where the funeral service will be held  Friday, January 26 at 1PM with Pastors Travis Christman and Sandra Payette officiating.  Burial will follow at Hoskinsville Cemetery.  The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Regans Chapel Building Fund, c/o Cheryl Coyle - 13516 Chapel Drive - Caldwell, Ohio 43724.

 

Allison, Randi Lee Allison

Source:  The Orlando [Florida] Sentinel - Tuesday, July 17, 2007

Deaths | Central Florida

Brevard

Randi Lee Allison, 24

        RANDI LEE ALLISON, 24, Titusville, died Sunday. North Brevard Funeral Home, Titusville.

 

Alloway, Marion Eugene Alloway

Hadley Online Obituaries, New Matamoras, Ohio, dated, October 16, 2007

    Marion Eugene Alloway, 86, of Summit Acres Nursing Home in Caldwell, Ohio, formerly of New Matamoras, Ohio, died at 10:00 PM Monday Oct. 15, 2006.

    He was born Feb. 4, 1921 on Sheets Run New Matamoras, the son of Edward C. and Mary Cline Alloway.  He was a veteran of WW II having served in Germany fron 1942 to 1945. He worked as a diesel mechanic for 31 years in Detroit, Michigan and Tiffen, Ohio for Cummings Diesel Co. He then worked for Wayne National Forrest for 5 years and 4 years for Grandview Township and served as a Township Trustee.  He was a member of the Gravel Hill Baptist Church at Fly, Oh., VFW Post 6387 in New Matamoras.

    He is survived by his wife Mary Virginia Edinger whom he married Mar. 19, 1999. One sister, Arlye Knowlton (Perry) Canton, MI., Sister-in-law Barbara Feldner,Caldwell, Oh., 3 brother-in-laws; Michael Haught, Marietta OH; Henry Edinger, Medina Oh.; and Charles Edinger, Athens, Oh.

    He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Geraldine Minger Alloway on Oct. 14, 1992 ; 2 sisters, Ruth Alloway and Elizabeth Philson; 3 brothers, George, Ralph, and Joseph Alloway. Also several nephews and neices.

    Services will be held at the Hadley Funeral Home New Matamoras on Friday Oct. 19 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. James Dickey officiating. Burial will be in the Matamoras Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M.  Military services will be held at the graveside.

 

Alth, Delores I. “Jean” Alth

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 5, 2007

Delores "Jean" I. Alth, 63, of 505 East Marietta Street, Woodsfield, Ohio died Sunday, November 4, 2007 at the East Ohio Regional Medical Center, Martins Ferry, Ohio. She was born at Glen Dale, West Virginia on July 8, 1944 a daughter of the late Raymond and Lucille Russell Alth.

She was a homemaker and was a member of the First Baptist Church,

Woodsfield, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Alth and a grandson, Noah Le Masters.

Surviving are three daughters: Lynn Walter of Bellaire, Ohio, Bertha (John) Valentine of Benwood, West Virginia and Brenda (James) Moore of Columbus, Ohio; two sons: Lee (Shelly) Le Masters of Columbus, Ohio and Raymond (Alicia) Le Masters of Columbus, Ohio; five sisters: Linda (George) Moore of Florida, Ronda (Bob) Deitch of Caldwell, Ohio, Lora Williamson of Quaker City, Ohio, Gloria (Galford) Barnes of Woodsfield, Ohio and Vicky (Kelvin) Brown of Florida; ten grandchildren; six great grandchildren.

There will be no visitation. Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at the First Baptist Church, Woodsfield, Ohio. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.

Memorial contributions may be made in care of Gloria Barnes, 418 E. Marietta St., Woodsfield, Ohio 43793. Arrangements by Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Amrhein, Mary Elizabeth Amrhein, nee Eckhardt

Source:  The Wheeling [West Virginia] News-Register; 16 Dec 2007

        AMRHEIN, Mary Elizabeth (Eckhardt), 90, of Wheeling, W. Va., was called to the Lord Saturday, December 15, 2007, in Wheeling Hospital.

        Mary was born September 23, 1917 in Wheeling, the daughter of the late Elwood and Hilda (Nalley) Eckhardt.

        She was a former telephone operator for C & P Telephone Company; a member of St. John's Evangelical Prostestant Church; the Community Education Organization; the  O.P.A.L.S. (Older People with Active Lifestyles;) the former Lydia Group at St. John's Evangelical Protestant Church; the Bethlehem Happy Hilltoppers; and the Marshall County Satellite Seniors.

        In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Edmund L. Amhein; and a son, Edmund Eckhardt Amrhein.

        Surviving are two daughters, Barbara A. Sloan of Cincinnati, Ohio and Lynn E. Blazina and her husband, Donald, of Williams Bay Wis.; a granddaughter Michelle M. Blazina-Baker and her husband, Michael, of Huntley, Ill.; and two great-grandchildren, Molly and Mitchell Baker.

        Friends will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 1400 Eoff Street, Wheeling, where funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 18, 2007, with the Rev. Ed. Thurmond officiating.

        Interment will be in Halcyon Hills Memorial Park, Sherrard.

        The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to St. John's Evangelical Protestant Church, 41  22nd Street, Wheeling, WV 26003.

 

Andears, Louella Mae Andears nee Pinkins

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 27, 2006

Louella Mae Andears age 88 of Lewisville, Ohio died Wednesday December 27, 2006 at the Woodsfield Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.  She was born in Monroe County Ohio November 7, 1918 a daughter of the late Harvey Pinkens and Minnie Prince Pinkens.

Preceded in death by her husband: Thomas Andears - 1991, 2 sons: Thomas R. Andears, and Danny Andears. 3 brothers.

She is survived by 3 daughters: Patricia Ann Andears - Lewisville, Ohio, Betty Moats - Woodsfield, Ohio, Connie Riggs - Akron, Ohio, Several

grandchildren, great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandson.

Friends received from 11 a.m. Saturday until time of service at 3 pm.  Saturday December 30, 2006 at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield, Ohio. Interment in the Friendship Cemetery Lewisville, Ohio.  [Note: A visitor to this site reported that the name Pinkins and Pinkens that appears in this obituary is incorrect and should be spelled, Pickens.]

 

Anderson, Michael M. Anderson

Source:  The Jackson [Michigan] Citizen Patriot - Saturday, September 15, 2007

ANDERSON, MICHAEL M. - Of Goose Lake, passed away on Thursday, September 13, 2007, at the age of 65. He will be remembered by his wife, Janet of 42 years; two daughters, Paige Girard and Lisa (Nathan) Cohen; five grandchildren, Connor, Madalynn and Evan Girard and Gavin and Avrey Cohen; one brother, Grant (Marilyn) Anderson; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mike retired from the railroad after 33 years of service. He was an avid fisherman and a member of the Zouaves for seven years. He enjoyed his vegetable garden and was a proud family man. He touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed. Per his wishes, cremation will take place. The family will receive friends for visitation on Sunday, September 16 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. www.mem.com www.MLive.com/obits JCP Dignity Logo Chas. J. Burden & Son 1806 E. Michigan Ave.

 

Andrews, Richard F. Andrews, Jr.

Source:  The Palladium-Item, [Richmond, Indiana] - Friday, 22 Jun 2007

        Richard F. "Dick" Andrews, Jr. 62, formerly of Richmond, died Sunday, June 17, 2007, at Palmetto Baptist Hospital in Colombia [sic--Columbia], SC.  A son of the late Richard F. Sr. and Thelma Cullen Andrews, he was born in East Liverpool, OH.

        "Dick" worked for the Richmond Police Dept. when he lived here.  He owned Specialty Supply Co. at the time of his death.  He was a member of FOP, Lexington County Law Enforcement Officers Assn., Pineview Ruritan, and Lexington United Methodist Church.

        Survivors include his wife, Robin Walsh Andrews, Lexington; two sons, Richard A. (Jill) Andrews, Cleveland, OH and Christopher S. (Deena) Andrews of Fountain City, IN; a step-son and a step-daughter.  He is also survived by four grandchildren.

        Arrangements are entrusted to SC Cremation & Burial Society.

 

Antalis, Angelo J. Antalis

Toothman Online Obituaries, St. Clairsville, Ohio, dated, May 12, 2007

Dr. Angelo John (A.J.) Antalis, 89 of Shadyside, Ohio; long time area physician, passed away Friday, May 11, 2007 at Trinity West Hospital in Steubenville, Ohio.  Dr. Antalis was born June 4, 1917, in Weirton, WV, a son of the late John and Stasia (Kyriazoglou) Antalis.  He was a member of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Life-Giving Fountain, Martins Ferry, Ohio.  He graduated as valedictorian of his class at Weir High School in 1935. After graduation from West Virginia University he received his medical degree from Case Western Reserve School of Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio.  He served his internship at Philadelphia General Hospital, Philadelphia, PA.  After serving in the U.S. Army Medical Corps during World War II, he completed his residency at Huron Road Hospital in Cleveland, Ohio.  In 1946  he opened the Powhatan Clinic in Powhatan Point, Ohio, before he and his brother, Dr. James P. Antalis, established the Shadyside Clinic in

Shadyside, Ohio in 1966.  Dr. Antalis served as Chief of Staff at Bellaire City Hospital for over 30 years and he continued practicing medicine until 2002, accomplishing a medical career that spanned 56 years.  His affiliations included serving as a two-term potentate of the Osiris Shrine in 1974 and 1977 and was a member of the Royal Order of Jesters #13 of Wheeling.  Dr. Antalis was honored as a 33rd Degree Mason by the Scottish Rite Bodies.  He was instrumental in the organization of the Osiris Shrine Indian Patrol in Powhatan Point, Ohio.  He was chairman of the Belmont County Lung Association, he initiated the first Belmont County Heart Fund Ball in 1966 and continued to serve as chairman for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen McClusky Antalis (whom he married in 1950) on January 13, 2007; a sister, Liberty Antalis in 1977; a son-in-law David Rucker and a sister-in-law, Erma Antalis.

He is survived by a son, John Thomas (Sharon) Antalis of Indiana, PA.; daughters Terry Antalis Rucker and Cathy Antalis of Shadyside; three granddaughters, Angela Rucker of Shadyside, Alyssa Antalis of Indiana, PA and Alexis Antalis of San Jose, California.

Survivors also include three brothers; Steve Antalis of Charleston, SC; Stanley (Tina) Antalis of Fort Wayne, IN and Dr. James (Teddy) Antalis of The Villages, Florida; one sister, Mary Antalis Georges of Shadyside; numerous nieces and nephews including local residents, Dr. Angelo Georges of Wheeling and Stacey Georges Ritter of Shadyside.

There will be no visitation.  A private memorial service will be held by the family at a later date.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Greek Orthodox Church of the Life-Giving Fountain, 314 N. 5th Street, Martins Ferry, Ohio 43935.  Arrangements are being handled by the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville.

 

Atkinson, Mary Atkinson nee Eikey

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, April 22, 2007

    Mary M. Atkinson, 86, of Clarington, Ohio, died Friday, April 20, 2007 in East Ohio Regional Hospital, Martins Ferry, Ohio.  She was born March 10, 1921 in Clarington, a daughter of the late Lewis and Goldie Ollom Eikey.

    She was a retired employee of Fashion Bug and will be remembered for her wit and humor.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,

Chalmer C. Atkinson and one sister, Louella Weisman.

    Survivors include one son, James Atkinson of Flushing, Ohio, and one daughter, Jan Hardy of Wheeling, W.Va.; one sister, Maxine Frye of Canton, Ohio. Four grandchildren: Alexis Hardy, Madison Hardy, James Atkinson and Jason Atkinson.

    Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Grisell Funeral Home, 125 Clarinda Dr., Clarington, Ohio, where services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. Interment in Clarington Cemetery.  Sympathy expressions at www.grisellfuneralhomes.com.

 

Augustus, Alice M. Augustus, nee Jackson

Source:  The Weirton [West Virginia] Daily Times; 7 Feb 2007

        WINTERSVILLE, Ohio -- Alice M. Augustus, 69, of Wintersville, died Feb. 4, 2007, at Trinity West.

        She was born in Steubenville on Aug. 25, 1937, a daughter of the late William and Anna Cronin Jackson.

        Surviving are her husband, Carl T. Augustus; children, Ginger A. Hartman, Ralph "Rocky" Amabile and Earl D. "Chip" Snider.

        There will be no visitation or services.

        Arrangements by Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville.

        Offer condolences at www.shorac.com.

*Submitter's Note:  Below is the funeral home obituary:

 

Augustus, Alice M. Augustus, nee Jackson

Source:  Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home; Feb 2007

        Alice M. Augustus, 69, of Wintersville died Sunday, February 4, 2007 at Trinity West after a lengthy illness. She was born in Steubenville on August 25, 1937 a daughter of the late William E. and Anna Cronin Jackson. She is loved and will be sadly missed.

        Surviving are her husband Carl T. Augustus; children Ginger Ann Hartman of Mercer, PA, Ralph C. “Rocky” Amabile of Mingo Junction and Earl D. “Chip” Snider of Tiltonsville, OH; nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren; sisters Ginger Stonebraker of Solon, OH & Patricia Wagner of Cleveland, OH; and brother William E. “Bud” Jackson of Springfield, OH. One sister Elizabeth Jackson preceded Alice in death. No visitation or services. Donations may be forwarded to the funeral home in her memory.

 

 Austin, Arthur Austin

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, September 12, 2007

AUSTIN, Arthur, 73, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, died Monday, September 10, 2007, at his home.

He was born September 6, 1934 in Smithfield, W.Va., the son of the late William and Lola Morris Austin.  Arthur was a member of the Laborers Local 1149 in Wheeling. He was a veteran of the United States Army; and was past commander of the St. Clairsville American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Austin in 2006; two brothers, Bill and Joe Austin; a sister, Ruth Curry; and a granddaughter, Heather Dewey.

Surviving are a son, Arthur Austin II and his wife, Pam, of Cincinnati; three daughters, Melody Austin of Senecaville, Pamela Covert and her husband, Jon, of Jacobsburg, and Kimberly Kaye Clontz and her husband, Kenny, of Smithfield, N.C.; three brothers, Ray of Richmond, Gene of Woodsfield, and Marion of Lewisville, Ohio; three sisters,Vivian Whitlatch of Wheeling, Opal Emery and Nancy Miller, both of Ashland, Ohio; and three grandchildren.

Visitation will be Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Wilson Funeral Home, 920 National Road, Brookside, where services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. with Chaplain Bob Fahey of the Bellaire American Legion. Interment will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove.  Full military services will be conducted by the Belmont County Council of the American Legion.  Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, 10686 State Route 150, Rayland, Ohio 43943.

 

Bach, Laura R. Bach nee Hamilton

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 1, 2007

    Laura R. (Hamilton) Bach, 95, of the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Woodsfield, Ohio (formerly of Lewisville, Ohio) passed away Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at the center.  She was born at Jackson's Ridge, Woodsfield, Ohio on July 1, 1911 a daughter of the late Thomas Roy and Evaline May Wohnhas Hamilton.  She was a homemaker; member of the Lewisville Church of Christ, Lewisville, Ohio; past member of the Illdreth Rebekah Lodge, Lewisville, Ohio and a member of the Franklin Homemaker's Club, Stafford, Ohio.

    On February 28, 1942, she was united in marriage to Ralph E. Bach who preceded her in death in 1992. She is also preceded in death by three brothers, Vernon, Thomas and Neil Hamilton; two sisters, Geneva Lyons ad Eunice Hamilton; a daughter-in-law, Marcia Bach. 

     Surviving are two daughters: Janet (Max) Winland of Woodsfield, Ohio and Connie (Ralph) Young of Lewisville, Ohio; two sons: Kenneth Bach and friend Sandra Biehl of Devola, Ohio and Dana (Teresa) Bach of Lewisville, Ohio; three sisters: Gertrude Hamilton and Golda Hamilton both of Woodsfield, Ohio and Sarah Kreig of Sardis, Ohio; one brother: Horace Hamilton of Carlwick, Ohio; eleven grandchildren; six great grandchildren.

    Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 5-9 p.m. Friday, March 2, 2007 where funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2007 with Max Winland officiating. Burial will follow in the Friendship Cemetery, Lewisville, Ohio.

 

Baker, Andrea Hope Baker, nee Hedrick

Source:  The Corydon [Indiana] Democrat; ca 6 Mar 2007

        Andrea Hope Baker, 71, Depauw, died Monday, March 5, 2007, at Jewish Hospital in Louisville.

        Born Aug. 18, 1935, in Kennard, she was the daughter of the late Russell and Laura Sullivan Hedrick.

        She was a retired nurse from Indian Creek Health and Rehabilitation Center in Corydon and was a Baptist.

        Survivors include her husband, Robert D. Baker; two sons, Russell H. Marsh of Sacramento, Calif., and Roy Marsh Sr. of New Salisbury; four daughters, Clema Jo Ferrell of College Station, Texas, Mara Conway of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Bobbi Baker of Anchorage, Alaska, and Lois Windell of Mauckport; a brother, Joseph Hedrick of Kennard; a sister, Elizabeth Clevenger of Greencastle; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

        Visitation: Thursday, March 8, from 1 to 8 p.m. and Friday, March 9, after 11 a.m. at Swarens Funeral Home in Ramsey.

        Funeral: Friday, March 9, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home followed by burial in Woods Chapel Cemetery at Ramsey.

 

Baker, Bob Baker

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, November 2, 2007

BAKER, Bob, 83, of Beallsville, formerly of Cleveland, Ohio, died Wednesday, October 31, 2007, in Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling.  He was born September 1, 1924 in Beallsville, a son of the late Ensel and Bessie Pittman Baker.  Bob was a member of the Beallsville First Christian Church and a US Army Veteran of WWII.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Lillian Goettel, Melba Outland, and Joan "Jose" Milhoan.

Surviving are his wife of 59 years, Linda Louise Jeffers Baker; twin son and daughter and their spouses, Jeffrey Lee and Brenda Baker of North Ridgeville, Ohio and Jennifer Lynn and Terry Ricer, with whom he resided; six grand children, Kevin, Kristin, Timothy, James, Robbie, and Tom; and five great-grand children, Nina, Ella, Zachary, Anneliese, and Alexander.

Visitation Saturday, November 3 from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. at the Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville. Friends may also visit on Sunday from 1 p.m. until the funeral service at 2 p.m. at the Beallsville First Christian Church.

Burial will follow in Beallsville Cemetery with full military honors by American Legion Post 768.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Beallsville First Christian Church, Beallsville United Methodist Church and/or the Beallsville Ceme tery Association. 

 

Baker, Lena M. Baker, nee Miller

Source:  The Ashland [Ohio] Times-Gazette - Monday, March 5, 2007

Lena M. Baker, 85, worked at Home Hardware

        Lena M. Baker, 85, of rural Ashland County died Friday, March 2, 2007, at Samaritan Hospital.

        Mrs. Baker was born May 31, 1921, in Wayne County to Jim and Mary (Snell) Miller. She had been a resident and homemaker in Ashland County most her life. Mrs. Baker had been employed at Home Hardware and was a custodian at Grace Brethren Church with her husband from 1976-80.

        She was a member of Grace Brethren Church and arranged and provided flowers for the church altar.

        On Nov. 22, 1941, Mrs. Baker married Lyle Baker, who survives. Also surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, James L. and Kathie Baker of Mansfield and David A. and LaQuita Baker of Elizabeth Lake, Calif.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Joann and Terry Clabaugh of Woodville and Linda and Keith Watson of Cambridge Springs, Pa.; 11 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

        Mrs. Baker was preceded in death by two sisters, Ruth Roepke and Grace Miller; a brother, Ray Miller; and a grandchild.

        A service will be conducted 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2007, at Heyl Funeral Home with pastors Dan Allan and Norm Johnson officiating. Burial will be at Nankin Cemetery.

        Friends may visit with the family 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2007, at the funeral home.

        The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Grace Brethren Church and/or Ashland Christian School, 1144 W. Main St., Ashland, Ohio, 44805.

 

Baldwin, Raymond C. Baldwin

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 17, 2007

    Raymond "Ray" C. Baldwin, 58, of Andover Rd., Woodsfield, OH passed away, Thursday morning, August 16, 2007 at the Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling, WV. after a courageous battle with declining health for several years.  Ray was born September 14, 1948 in Charleston, WV, a son of late Theodore and Margaret (Midkiff) Baldwin. He was 1967 graduate of the Stonewall Jackson High School in Charleston. He was a retired coal miner for Ohio Valley Coal Company, #6 Mine in Alledonia, giving them 34 years of dedicated service and a member of the United Mine Workers Union, Local 1810. He was a member of Saint Sylvester Catholic Church in Woodsfield.

    Ray was an avid fan of Notre Dame "Fighting Irish" Football, the Cleveland Browns, the New York Yankees, and the Cleveland Indians. Ray also was a Little League Baseball Coach in Woodsfield for many years. In Ray's spare time he enjoyed spending time with and watching his children and grandchildren participating in sporting events.

    Ray is survived by his wife, Becky (Buckalew) Baldwin, whom he married on April 15, 1972; children, Anastasia (Rob) Gates of Canton, Jenny (Jeff) Briggs of Mount Vernon, Jason (Leora) Baldwin of Devola, Benjamin (fiancé-Sarah Fillippi) of Canal Winchester, and Nathan Baldwin of Marietta; grandchildren, Carter, Alexia, Erin, and Garrett Gates, Greg and Kaitlynn Briggs, Brandon Baldwin and Jordan Baldwin; sisters, Ann (Jerry) Walker and Nancy Baldwin both of Charleston; brothers, Theodore (Gloria) Baldwin, David Baldwin, and Jerry Baldwin all of Charleston and Phillip (Lynn) Baldwin of Jacksonville, FL; his father-in-law, Ralph E. Buckalew of Woodsfield; and several nieces and nephews.

    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert Baldwin and Thomas Baldwin, a granddaughter, Jessica Gates; and his mother-in-law, Alice Buckalew.

    The family will receive friends from 2-9 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 S.R. 78 West, Woodsfield with a Rosary service at 8:30 p.m.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at Saint Sylvester Catholic Church in Woodsfield with Rev.

Father David L. Gaydosik as the Celebrant. Burial will follow in the Saint Sylvester Catholic Cemetery.

 

Ball, Florence JoAnn Matz Ball nee Miller

Ashland Gazette, Ashland, Ohio, dated November 8, 2007   

          Florence JoAnn Matz Ball, 71, of Ashland, died Wednesday morning, November 7, 2007 at MedCentral Health System in Mansfield, following a long illness. She was born in Ashland, Ohio on July 4, 1936 to Ray B. and Gertrude M. Wolfe Miller.

She had resided in Ashland for most of her life except when she lived in Pennsylvania for three years. She was a former employee of the Eagle Rubber Co., then worked as a floor lady at Myers Laundry and retired from U-Brand Corp. where she had worked for over 20 years in the Foundry Dept.  She had attended the Park Street Brethren Church. She was a former member of the Polk Fire Department Auxiliary and was a member of the U-Brand Allied Molders Union. On October 14, 1955 she was married to Clyde J. (Shorty) Matz who preceded her in death on January 31, 1993.

 In December of 1998 she was married to Leonard E. Ball who preceded her in death on December 11, 2001.

She is survived by two sons, Rocky L. (Deborah) Matz of Polk; Ronald L. (Doris) Matz of Ashland; 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren, her step mother who raised her since she was 3 years old, Florence Irene Miller of Ashland; and two sisters, Patricia Ann (Charles) Hunt of Savannah, and Mary Louise Miller of Ashland.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Ray William (Billy) Matz on Oct. 30, 1994, one sister, Ethel Mae Peterson and two brothers, William Warden Miller and Ray Benton Miller, Jr.

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 12, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Denbow-Primm-Kemery Funeral Home with the Rev. Arden Gilmer officiating. Burial will be in the Ashland Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. at the Denbow-Primm-Kemery Funeral Home.  The family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to the Ashland County Cancer Association, 1200 E. Main St., Ashland, Ohio 44805 or may be made to the family and left at the funeral home.  Friends may call: Sunday, November 11, 2007 from 1-4 p.m. at Denbow-Primm-Kemery Funeral Home.  Burial Service: Monday, November 12, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Denbow-Primm-Kemery Funeral Home.

 

Bates, E. Beatrice Bates nee Armstrong

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 8, 2007

    E. Beatrice "Beck" Bates, 98, of 51133 Glady Road, Summerfield, Ohio died Thursday, June 7, 2007 at the Brewster Parke Nursing Home, Brewster, Ohio where she received excellent care from the staff.  She was born in Otsego, Ohio on January 21, 1909 a daughter of the late Maurice and Melinda Pryor Armstrong.  She was a homemaker and a former cook at the former Summerfield School, Summerfield, Ohio. She was a member of the Summerfield Church of Christ, Summerfield, Ohio; former member of the Stepping Stones; and loved to cook.

    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Bates in 1965; one son, Tom Bates; two brothers, Mike Armstrong and Bill Armstrong; one sister, Addah Rogers; a daughter-in-law, Sandra Bates.

    Surviving are one son, Richard Bates of Alpena, Michigan; one daughter-in-law: Marlene Bates of Mt. Eaton, Ohio; five grandchildren: Rich Bates, Vicky Lendon, Robin Hirth, Jill Langenderfer and Beth Bates; nine great grandchildren: Alex Bates, Chelsea Hirth, Kelly Bates, Zachary Hirth, Taylor Langenderfer, Lacy Lendon, Chase Langenderfer, Abby Lendon and Julia Lendon.

    Friends will be received 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the Brubach-Watters Funeral Home, 202 Main Street, Summerfield, Ohio.  Friends then will be received from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at 11:00 a.m. Monday at the Old Bateshill Church of Christ, near Summerfield, Ohio with Frank Love officiating. Burial will follow in the Bateshill Cemetery, near Summerfield, Ohio.

 

Beardmore, Jack Edmund Beardmore

Source:  The Wichita [Kansas] Eagle - Wednesday, October 24, 2007

        Beardmore, Jack Edmund, 62, Atlas Spring and Axle Co. and former Chance Maufacturing machinist, loving husband, dad, grandpa "papa", scout master, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2007. Services pending. Baker Funeral Home, Valley Center has charge. (316) 755-2731.

[Submitter's Note:  Below is a more complete obituary.]

 

Beardmore, Jack E. Beardmore

Source:  The Wichita [Kansas] Eagle - Thursday, October 25, 2007

        Beardmore, Jack E., 62, Atlas Spring & Axle Co & Chance Mfg machinist, loving husband, dad, grandpa "Papa", scout master, passed away Tue, Oct 23.

        Survived by his wife, Sandra; children: Frances Beardmore, Iola; Kathy & Craig Weber, Goddard; Jack & Sara Beardmore II, FL; Theresa & Jim Stockton, MO; Anthony & Stephanie Beardmore, Wichita; Rebekah & Jeffry Osowski, Wichita; James & Kelly McMains, Belle Plaine; mother, Viola & Marvin McClure, Valley Center; brothers, Terry & Theda Beardmore; niece, Sarah Beardmore, Wichita; 18 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild.

        Visitation 2-4 pm, Sat, Oct 27; Service 3 pm, Sun, Oct 28, Baker Funeral Home, Valley Center. Memorials: Ks Humane Society, Victory in the Valley.

 

Beardmore, Nellie Beardmore nee Henthorn

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, October 18, 2007

      BEARDMORE, Nellie Henthorn, 89, of North Ft. Myers, Fla., and formerly of Monroe County, died Sunday, October 14, 2007, in Tandem Health Care of North Ft. Myers.   She was born April 11, 1918 near Beallsville, Ohio, a daughter of the late Walter Webb Henthorn and Martha Belle Bilyeu Henthorn.  She married Denzil Hilton Beardmore on September 3, 1937 and they moved to Florida in 1957. She was a member of the North Fort Myers Church of Christ; and retired from Yoder Brothers Flower Farm.  Nellie was a day-care provider and had cared for 79 children in her in-home daycare. She also had two books of poetry published.

      In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Denzil; also sisters, Georgie, Mary, and Gertrude; brothers, Elmer (Pete), Millard, Eugene, Leonard, Clifford, and Oscar; and son-in-law, Eugene Inherst. Surviving are her children, Nora Belle Inherst and Ila Mae (Floyd) Inherst both of Jerusalem, Patty Ann (Kenneth) Schied of Burton, Mich., Russell Lee (Teresa) Beardmore of North Ft. Myers; a sister, Pearl Roy of Flushing, Ohio; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and three great-greatgrandchildren.

      Family and friends are invited to a memoral service at the Bush Church of Christ, near Malaga, Saturday, October 20, 2007, at 2 p.m. Funeral services and burial will be in Ft. Myers Memorial Gardens on Saturday, October 20, 2007.   Local arrangements by Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville.

 

Beasley, Jesse Lee "J. L." Beasley

Source:  The Henderson [Kentucky] Gleaner; February 2007

        Henderson KY---Jesse Lee  “J.L.” Beasley of Reed, KY passed away February 17, 2007 at his daughter’s home in Henderson, KY.

        J.L. graduated from Spottsville High School in 1932 and farmed in the Scuffletown River Bottoms from 1935 until his death. He served on the Henderson County Board of Education for 16 years and was board chairman when Henderson County High School was consolidated in 1954. He was a founding board member in 1960 of Northwest Center (Henderson Community College). Past President of the Henderson County Farm Bureau, Chairman of Henderson County Riverport Authority, past President of the Henderson County Lions Club, member of Stanley Masonic Lodge 878, a Kentucky Colonel and a member of Baskett Christian Church.

        J.L. was preceded in death by his wife, Lucille Tackett Beasley; his parents William A. and Susie Ann Beasley; one sister Cornelia Hollis; one brother Ambrose Beasley;  a son Larry Jay Beasley; and two sons-in-law, James P. Fulton and Mark Roll Williams. He is survived by three daughters, Cherie Fulton of Henderson, Sue Williams of Baskett and Shannon Tolbert (Jerry) of Reed, a son Bill Beasley (Charlene) of Paducah, and his companion of 16 years, Hazel Sellers, a sister, Emma Cravens of Spottsville, three brothers, Emmett Beasley (Bessie Sue), Carl Beasley, of Reed and James Beasley of Wakefield, Virginia. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; Teresa Porter (Gus) of Reed, Glynnis Rogero (Rick) of Fort Myers, Florida, Michael Fulton (Susie) of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Morgan Fulton (Terry) of Henderson, Susie Stovall (Chris) of Atlanta, Georgia, Sheryl Edge (Jeremy) and Carmen Jagoe (Scott) both of Owensboro. He is also survived by 19 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren.

[Submitted by PE Frichtl.  Below is an article that includes funeral arrangements.]

 

Beasley, Jesse Beasley

Source:  The Evansville [Indiana] Courier & Press - Monday, February 19, 2007

Kentucky

        REED -- Jesse Beasley, 92, died Saturday, Feb. 17, 2007, in Henderson.

        He was a farmer and member of Baskett Christian Church.

        Surviving are daughters, Cherie Fulton, Sue Williams and Shannon Tolbert; a son, Bill; sister, Emma Cravens; brothers, Emmett, Carl and James; 10 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.

        Services 2 p.m. Tuesday at Benton-Glunt Funeral Home in Henderson. Visitation is 3 to 8 p.m. today, with a 7 p.m. Masonic service, and from noon to service time. Memorial contributions may be made to his church.

 

Beckett, Ernest Beckett

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 25, 2007

Everett Beckett age 86 of Louisville, Ohio passed away at his home on Monday afternoon, September 24, 2007. Everett was born near Sardis, Ohio on May 14, 1921 to the late Forrest and Olive Pittman Beckett.

He was united in marriage to Bess Beckett on July 21, 1951. They enjoyed 56 years of a very blissful and happy marriage.    He leaves to morn [sic-mourn] his passing, his wife and three children, Ralph (Joyce) Beckett of Sardis, Ohio, Spring (Bob) Ridgeway of Antioch, Ohio, and Dennis Beckett of the home. A son, Clay passed away suddenly in 2004. There are seven grandchildren, Joshua, Adam, Deana and Amy Beckett, Bobby, Cory and Michael Ridgeway; one great grandson, Hayden Beckett.

He is survived by 1 brother, Harry (Verda) Beckett of Sebastian, Florida.

Six brothers and three sisters preceded him in death, Jim, Homer, Herman, Clarence, Clifford and Delbert Beckett and Rose Lallathin, Pearl Stine and Mary, who died as a toddler.

 Everett served in the US Army during World War II in the European Theater. He was a farmer, mail truck driver and retired from Stewart Brothers Paint in Alliance. Everett is a common, quiet man. His hobby was gardening and keeping a well manicured lawn. He spent many happy hours talking with his backyard neighbor, Micky Ryter, discussing their gardens and solving the world's problems. He was a good father, grandfather and provider.  He was a Methodist by faith and attended the Peace United Methodist Church in Louisville. He attended every Sunday health permitting.

He fought a courageous battle fighting Non-Hodgkins disease for 3 ½ years. Also the loss of his youngest son during this time. Friends may call from 6 - 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Stier-Israel Funeral Home Louisville, and from 6 - 8 p.m. Thursday at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio where services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday with Rev. Frank Conley officiating. Interment in the Antioch Cemetery, Antioch, Ohio.

 

Beckett, Everett Beckett

Source: Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated September 2007

Everett Beckett age 86 of Louisville, Ohio passed away at his home on Monday afternoon, September 24, 2007. Everett was born near Sardis, Ohio on May 14, 1921 to the late Forrest and Olive Pittman Beckett.

He was united in marriage to Bess Beckett on July 21, 1951. They enjoyed 56 years of a very blissful and happy marriage. He leaves to morn his passing his wife and three children, Ralph (Joyce) Beckett of Sardis, Ohio, Spring (Bob) Ridgeway of Antioch, Ohio, and Dennis Beckett of the home. A son, Clay passed away suddenly in 2004. There are seven grandchildren, Joshua, Adam, Deana and Amy Beckett, Bobby, Cory and Michael Ridgeway; one great grandson, Hayden Beckett. He is survived by 1 brother, Harry (Verda) Beckett of Sebastian, Florida.

Six brothers and three sisters preceded him in death, Jim, Homer, Herman, Clarence, Clifford and Delbert Beckett and Rose Lallathin, Pearl Stine and Mary, who died as a toddler.

Everett served in the US Army during World War II in the European Theater. He was a farmer, mail truck driver and retired from Stewart Brothers Paint in Alliance.

Everett is a common, quiet man. His hobby was gardening and keeping a well manicured lawn. He spent many happy hours talking with his backyard neighbor, Micky Ryter, discussing their gardens and solving the world's problems.

He was a good father, grandfather and provider. He was a Methodist by faith and attended the Peace United Methodist Church in Louisville. He attended every Sunday health permitting.

He fought a courageous battle fighting Non-Hodgkins disease for 3 years. Also the loss of his youngest son during this time.

Friends may call from 6 - 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Stier-Israel Funeral Home Louisville, and from 6 - 8 p.m. Thursday at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio where services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday with Rev. Frank Conley officiating.

Interment in the Antioch Cemetery, Antioch, Ohio.

 

Bender, Charles E. Bender

Source: Brubach- Watters Funeral Home, Summerfield, Ohio, dated, July 2007

Charles E. Bender, 77, of 19559 Salt Run Road, Caldwell, Ohio died Sunday evening, July 29, 2007 at his home. He was born at Phillipi, West Virginia on May 14, 1930 a son of the late Walker and Leona Gregory Bender.

Charles was a retired truck driver.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters.

Surviving are his wife, Wilda Warner Bender whom he married January 22, 1974; one son: Eric (Veronica) Bender of Caldwell, Ohio; three daughters: Charlee Bender of Ava, Ohio, Yvonne of Virginia and Jane of Arkansas; two step-sons: James (Debbie) Smith of Rittman, Ohio and Timothy (Pam) Smith of Caldwell, Ohio; several grandchildren; several great grandchildren.

There will be no visitation. Private family graveside services will be held Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at Halley's Ridge Cemetery, Ava, Ohio with Pastor John Powell officiating.

Arrangements by Brubach-Watters Funeral Home, 202 Main Street, Summerfield, Ohio.

 

Bennington, MarciAnna Bennington, nee Rivera

Bennington, Shannon Bennington

Source:  The Killeen [Texas] Daily Herald Apr 12, 2007 by Mason W. Canales

Family    members    shocked    by    shootings

        The Easter Sunday deaths of a young military couple, which police are investigating as a murder-suicide, has left family members uncertain about what happened.

        The preliminary autopsy report for Marcianna Bennington, 18, indicates that her manner of death was a homicide and that the cause of death was a gunshot wound to the head.

        The report from the Southwestern Institute of Forensic Sciences at Dallas indicates suicide was the manner of the death of her husband, Shannon Bennington, 22. His cause of death also was given as a gunshot wound to the head.

       "He is loved and will be missed, and so will Marcianna, and the rest I don't understand, either," said the elder Shannon Bennington, Shannon's father, who lives in Ohio.

        Marcianna's mother, Rhoda Forsythe, of North Hampton, N.H., could not believe the speculation about her daughter's death.

        "It just doesn't make any sense, nothing makes sense," Forsythe said.

        She recalled events and conversations she had recently with Marcianna about the couple's future.

        "They had gone out on Thursday and Friday to look at property to purchase," said Forysthe, in tears. "They wanted us to move down there."

        Marcianna was a paranoid girl, Forysthe said. She cannot believe that the doors had been left unlocked for Marcianna's friends to enter the dead couple's house, where their bodies were discovered Sunday.

        "She was super paranoid," Forsythe said. "She always locked the doors.

 

Bennington, MarciAnna Yvette Bennington, nee Rivera

N.   Hampton   teen   is   slain

Source:  seacoastonline. com

By Patrick Cronin

Posted Apr 13, 2007 at 2:00 AM

        NORTH HAMPTON — MarciAnna Yvette Rivera, a 2006 Winnacunnet High School graduate, was killed Easter Sunday in her home in Killeen, Texas, in what police investigators are calling a murder/suicide.

        Police believe Shannon Bennington shot Rivera, his wife, in the head and then turned the gun on himself, according to Killeen police spokeswoman Carroll Smith.

        The couple lived in Killeen, where MarciAnna, 18, was in the Army and her husband was in the National Guard.

        “I don’t believe that he could have done this,” said MarciAnna’s mother, Rhoda Forsythe, of North Hampton. “I love her so much. She was my baby girl. ”

        She said the last time she spoke with her daughter was by telephone on April 6.

        “She was so happy,” Rhoda said. “They were talking about buying property.”

        Rhoda said her daughter was a combat medic in the Army and recently got word she would be going to Iraq.

        “She chose the Army field because she wanted to help,” said MarciAnna’s father, Victor Rivera, holding back tears. “She was a good solider, a good person. She was my baby daughter, and I miss her very much.”

        MarciAnna graduated from Winnacunnet High School early at age 17 and signed up for the military soon after. Both her parents are in the military, and she was a member of the Winnacunnet ROTC.

        “We never encouraged her,” Rhoda said. “She just wanted to serve her country at a time of war. She did everything right. She made all the right decisions. She knew exactly what she wanted and went out and did it.”

        Rhoda said her daughter had a smile that would light up the room.

        “My daughter was very outgoing,” her father said. “She loved to do things for other people and would do so at the drop of a hat.”

        Rhoda said her daughter met her husband while she was at basic training and the couple were recently married on Nov. 13 last year.

        “He was an all-American boy,” Rhoda said. “We are horrified. This is just a tragedy.”

        Smith said police have no motive and do not know why Shannon Bennington would have allegedly shot his wife.

        Neighbors found the couple laying in a pool of blood on the floor of their home on Easter Sunday.

        Winnacunnet High School Principal Randy Zito said he was saddened by the news. Zito said MarciAnna stopped by the high school a couple of months ago.

        “She just came in to say hello to everyone,” Zito said. “She told us that she was getting ready to be shipped over to Iraq.”

        Zito said he received word on Thursday about MarciAnna’s death via an e-mail. She is the sixth Winnacunnet High School student in 49 years to die while serving in the armed forces.

        Rhoda said her daughter wanted to become a physical therapist after her she finished her duty in the Army.

        “She was only 18 years old,” Victor said. “She was so young and didn’t deserve this.”

 

Bennington, MarciAnna Bennington, nee Rivera

Source:  The New Hampshire Union Leader, Manchester, New Hampshire - Tuesday, April 17, 2007

    Pfc     Marcianna    Y    Forsythe    Rivera    Bennington,   19

        NORTH  HAMPTON -- Pfc. MarciAnna Y. Rivera Bennington, 19, died April 6 [died Easter Sunday, which was April 8], 2007, in Colleen [sic--Killeen], Texas.

        She was born Aug. 19, 1988, at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, the daughter of SFC. Victor P. Rivera Jr. and SSgt. Rhoda (Forsythe) Rivera.

        She graduated from Winnacunnet High School, Hampton, in 2006. She attended basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. and attended Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam, Houston, to become a combat medic.

        She was assigned to the 581st Area Support Medical Co., 61st Multifunctional Medical Battalion, as a medic in the Ambulance Platoon, and most recently participated in Operation Warrior Strong in preparation for her unit's upcoming deployment.

        Her awards and ribbons include the Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and Army Service Ribbon.

        She enjoyed singing, writing poetry and making jewelry and was a cheerleader at Winnicunnet and a member of the ROTC program. She also had earned a black belt in Tae Kwan Do.

        The family includes her parents of North Hampton; a brother, Victor P. Rivera III of Fort Carson, Colo., her paternal grandparents, Victor P. and Alicia Rivera Sr. of Tampa, Fla., and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

        SERVICES: A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. in St. Michael Church, Exeter.

        In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the MarciAnna Rivera Bennington Scholarship Fund, c/o Bank of America, 264 Lafayette Road, Hampton 03842.

        The Brewitt Funeral Home, 14 Pine St., Exeter, is in charge of arrangements.

 

Bennington, Shannon M. Bennington

Source:  The Cambridge [Ohio] Daily Jeffersonian - Thursday, April 12, 2007

 Shannon    Bennington:    Preliminary    autopsy    findings    released

        KILLEEN, TEXAS -- Preliminary autopsy results have determined former Newcomerstown resident Shannon Bennington, 22, died as the result of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, while his wife's death was ruled a homicide.

        The autopsy determined the cause of death for Marcianna Bennington, 18, was also a gunshot wound to the head.

 

Bennington, Shannon M. Bennington

Source:  The Times Reporter, New Philadelphia, Ohio - Sunday, April 15, 2007

        Shannon M. Bennington, 22, of Killeen, Texas, died Sunday, April 8, 2007, in his residence.

        He was born Jan. 12, 1985 at Dover, O., a son of Theresa (Cline) Bennington of Uhrichsville and Shannon Bennington of Kirtland, O.

        He was a 2003 graduate of Newcomerstown High School. He had been serving in the Ohio National Guard for a year.

        In addition to his parents, he is survived by a brother, Phillip A. Bennington of Akron; a sister, Cassie Grewell and husband Tommy of Uhrichsville; two nieces, Staci N. Bennington and Katie M. Grewell; one nephew, Jace A. Bennington; paternal grandparents, Ingrid and Clarence Moore of Uhrichsville; maternal grandparents, Wayne and Susan Cline of Sherrodsville; maternal great-grandparents, Helen Cline of Harlem Springs, O., and Mary Martini of Augusta, O.

        A memorial service will be held in Addy Funeral Home at Newcomerstown on Monday, April 16, 2007, at 2 p.m. with Pastor Mark McCoun and Don Stevens officiating.

        Memorials may be made to the donor's favorite charity.

Addy

(740) 498-8111

 

Bessey, Mabel McGahan Bessey

Source:  The Hancock [California] Sentinel; 16 Jan 2007

        Hanford resident Mabel McGahan Bessey, 89, died Jan. 15.

        Mabel was born on April 19, 1917. She was a teacher/principal.

        Visitation will be from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, Jan. 26 at People’s Funeral Chapel in Hanford. Services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 27 at the Lakeside Community Church, 16942 10th Ave., Hanford. Burial will be private.

 

Bessey, Ray L. Bessey

Source:  The Porterville [California] Evening Recorder; Wednesday, January 24, 2007

        Long time educator, Ray L. Bessey, 94, died Friday morning, January 19, 2007.

        Mr. Bessey was a teacher for 25 years, ending his career as principal-superintendent at Tipton School District.

        He now goes to join his six brothers, “The Bessey Boys,” most of whom were teachers or school principals in the area. He was also predeceased by his beloved wife of 50 years, Verna E. (Magill) Bessey.

       He is survived by his three children and their spouses: Harriet Bessey-Standel of Porterville, Martha Hoff and her husband, Michael Samaritano of Sacramento and James Paul Bessey and his wife, Kathleen Bessey of Naperville, IL. He was grandpa to Amanda R. Gatewood, Sara E. Standel, J. Brian Bessey and wife Carrie Bessey, and Julie D. Bessey. He was great-grandpa to Amanda Standel and Katie Bessey. He is survived by his three sisters and their spouses, Elaine Frodsham of Pasadena, Nadine Hardaway and husband Richard Hardaway of Springville and Doreen Landers and her husband Richard Landers of Tulsa, Oklahoma. There are many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews unto the third generation.

        He was dearly loved and will be missed by family and friends. Until we meet again.

        Mr. Bessey’s memorial service will take place on Saturday, January 27th, at 2:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church on Morton Ave.

        Donations to go to Optimal Hospice.

        Arrangements made by Whitehurst Loyd.

 

Bishop, Mary Ann Bishop nee Spano

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, June 22, 2007

    Mary Ann Bishop, 74, of Barnesville, Ohio, died Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at OVMC Wheeling, W. Va. She was born June 21, 1932, in Lafferty, Ohio, a daughter of the late Joseph and Catherine Spano. Mary was a homemaker and a member of the Assumption Catholic Church of Barnesville, Ohio.

    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Bishop; a sister, Shirley Spano, and a brother, Joe Spano.

    Surviving are a son, Ronald Bishop of St. Clairsville, daughter, Debra Lucas and her son, JD, of Barnesville, son, Jack (Georgeanna) Bishop Jr. and their children, Megan, Nathan, Bethany and Jacob, of Martins Ferry; daughter, Joyce (George) Burkhart and their children, Tyler and Brittany of Woodsfield, Ohio; sister, Catherine, brothers: Albert, Frank, George, Rich, Willard and Jack Spano.

    Friends will be received 4 to 9 p.m., at Kelly-Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 702 East Main St., Barnesville, Ohio. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday at 10 a.m., at the Assumption Catholic Church, Barnesville, Ohio.  Burial in Assumption Catholic Cemetery, Barnesville, Ohio.

 

Bishop, Wadna P. Bishop nee Moore

Watters Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 15, 2007

    Wadna P. Bishop, 80, of 801 Monroe Manor, Woodsfield, Ohio died at 9:25 a.m. Sunday, January 14, 2007 at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Woodsfield, Ohio. She was born near Brownsville, Ohio on February 3, 1926 a daughter of the late Jason and Bertha Ridgeway Moore.  She was a former aide at the Monroe County Care Center, Woodsfield, Ohio and was a Protestant by faith.

    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne L. Bishop on May 6, 1997; one sister, Shirley Moore; one great grandson, Toby Cline.

    Surviving are three sons: Tim (Penny) Bishop of Mantua, Ohio, Gary (Pam) Bishop of Woodsfield, Ohio and Steve (Kathy) Bishop of Woodsfield, Ohio; one daughter: Connie Bishop of Woodsfield, Ohio; two sisters: Wanda Brague of New Martinsville, Ohio and Linda Mowery of Woodsfield, Ohio; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren.

    Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 16, 2007 until time of services at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 16, 2007 with Pastor Renee Wilt officiating. Burial will follow in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Bishop, Wilford "Bud" Bishop

Source:  PlainDealer-Sun.com [as posted on findagrave.com], 1 Aug 2007

Wilford Bishop, 91, lived on W'port farm 58 years

        Wilford "Bud" Bishop, 91, of Hartsville died at 12:25 a.m. Monday, July 30, 2007, at his residence. Funeral service was held Wednesday at Bass & Gasper Funeral Home in Westport with Pastors Tammy and Bill Leak officiating. Burial was at Findley [sic--Finley] Cemetery.

        Mr. Bishop lived on a farm south of Westport for 58 years and moved to Hartsville four months ago. He retired from Cummins Inc. in 1974 after 25 years of service. He spent his retirement years farming. He was a member of Letts United Methodist Church, where he served as Sunday School Superintendent for several years.

        Born December 8, 1915, in Westport he was the son of Charles and Gayle Bennett Bishop. He married Lillian K. Pope June 24, 1939, in Greenfield. She survives.

        He is also survived by a daughter, Sandra Spangler of Hartsville; two sons, Tom Bishop of Glendale, Ariz., and Terry Bishop of North Vernon; a sister, Lenora Bennington of Connersville; a brother, Charles "Chuck" Bishop of Payson, Ariz.; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several half-brothers and half-sisters.

        He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, James Bishop; and two sisters, Mary Ewing and Martha Sallee.

        Memorials may be made to the Hospice of Bartholomew County.

*Submitter’s Note: Below is another obituary.

 

Bishop, Wilford Bishop

Source:  The Columbus [Indiana] Republic [as posted on findagrave.com], 2 Aug 2007

Hartsville

        Wilford "Bud" Bishop, 91, of Hartsville died at 12:25 a.m. Monday, July 30, 2007, at his home.

        Mr. Bishop was born and raised in Westport and lived on a farm south of Westport for 58 years. He and his wife moved to Hartsville four months ago.

        He retired in 1974 after 25 years of service at Cummins Engine Co. and then spent his retirement years farming. He was a member of Letts United Methodist Church where he served as Sunday school superintendent for several years.

        The funeral was conducted Wednesday at Bass & Gasper Funeral Home in Westport with Pastors Tammy and Bill Leak officiating. Burial was at Finley Cemetery.

        Memorial contributions may be made through the funeral home to Hospice of Bartholomew County.

        Online condolences may be sent to the Bishop family at www.bassgasper.com.

        Born in Westport Dec. 8, 1915, Mr. Bishop was the son of Charles and Gayle Bennett Bishop. He married Lillian K. Pope June 24, 1939, in Greenfield.

        Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Sandra (David) Spangler of Hartsville; sons, Tom Bishop of Glendale, Ariz., and Terry (Emma) Bishop of North Vernon; a sister, Lenora Bennington of Connersville; a brother, Charles (Chuck) Bishop of Payson, Ariz.; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several half brothers and half sisters.

        He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, James Bishop; sisters, Mary Ewing and Martha Sallee; a daughter-in-law, Becky Bishop; and a son-in-law, Don Beck.

*Submitter’s Note: Above is another obituary.

 

Bivens, Raymond Eugene Bivens

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 28, 2007

Raymond Eugene Bivens, 63, of Palmetto, Florida (formerly of Summerfield, Ohio) died Saturday, April 22, 2006 at the Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.  He was born October 21, 1942, a son of the late Raymond and Flossie Heintz Bivens.  Raymond retired from the Dana Corporation, Caldwell, Ohio and a member and trustee at My Father's House in Florida.

Surviving are two sons, Randy Bivens of Byesville, Ohio and Raymond Bivens, Jr. of Colorado; two daughters: Melissa Bond of Florida and Norma Curtis of Kansas; one step-son: Robert Hannum of Pleasant City, Ohio; 13 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Bivens and a step-son, Chris Allen Hannum.

A celebration of Raymond's life will be held on Sunday, July 29, 2007 at 2:30 p.m. at the Brubach-Watters Funeral Home, 202 Main Street, Summerfield, Ohio with Frank Love officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Eastern Cemetery, Summerfield, Ohio

 

Blake, Margaret A. Blake nee Norris

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 10, 2007

    Margaret A. Blake age 53 of Akron, Ohio formerly of Woodsfield, Ohio

died Saturday July 7, 2007 at her home. She was born Sept. 25, 1953 in

Graysville, Ohio a daughter of the late Charles W. Norris& Eleanor Nan Frum Norris.

    She will be deeply missed, always loved and never forgotten.

    Preceded in death by 1 daughter: Mary Ann Blake, 1 brother: David

Norris, 1 sister: Frances Woods, 2 nephews: Greg Albright & Dale Norris.

    She is survived by her husband of 40 years: John Blake Sr. - Akron,

Ohio, 1 son: John Blake Jr. - Akron, Ohio, 1 daughter: Terri (Bill) Rogers -

Akron, Ohio, 2 sisters: Vera Crooks - Akron, Ohio, Cathy Albright - Akron,

Ohio, 1 brother: Eddie Kirkbride - Akron, Ohio, 6 grandchildren, several

nieces and nephews.

    Friends will be received from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m.

Thursday July 12, 2007 at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St.

Woodsfield, Ohio. Interment in the New Matamoras Cemetery New Matamoras, Ohio

 

Bolen, Juanita A. Bolen nee Reynolds

Grisell Obituaries, New Martinsville, WV., dated, September 28, 2007

Bolen, Juanita A. Reynolds, 92, of Monroe Street, Sardis, Ohio, died Friday, September 28, 2007 at Wetzel County Hospital, New Martinsville, WV.  She was born December 14, 1914, the daughter of the late Ralph and Clara Holtsclaw Reynolds.  She was a mother, grandmother, homemaker and a member of the Sardis United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harold V. Bolen; a brother, Elmer Reynolds; and four sisters, Helen Greene,

Margaret Price, Della Fagert, and Mary Crawford.

Survivors include three sons, Vernon E. (Shyrla) Bolen and Dallas R. (Linda) Bolen, all of Sardis, and Robert C. Bolen of Hannibal, Ohio; two daughters, Marie Litman of Sardis and Joyce A. (Gene) Shanks of Ocala, FL; three brothers, Ralph Reynolds of Brewster, Ohio, Harold Reynolds of Wooster, Ohio, and Charles Reynolds of Albuquerque, NM; two sisters, Martha Potts of Sardis and Madonna (Don) Arman of FL; 13 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends on Sunday from noon - 3 and 6-8pm at Grisell Funeral Home, 37234 Mound Street, Sardis, Ohio where funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00am with Pastor Wendy Erb and Rev. Richard Wilson officiating. Interment in Sardis Cemetery, Sardis, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to Sardis United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 187, Hannibal, OH 43931-0187.

 

Boltz, Elverna E. Boltz nee McKelvey

Grisell Online Obituaries, Clarington, Ohio, dated, January 14, 2007

    Boltz, Elverna E., age 91, of Forest Hill Care Center, St. Clairsville, OH, formerly of Clarington, OH went to her eternal home with the Lord on January 14, 2007.

    She was born August 4, 1915 in Clarington, the daughter of the late Clyde and Mamie Maury McKelvey.

    She married Clay W. Boltz on March 31, 1936 and enjoyed 64 years of marriage living in Clarington. She was a farmer's wife and homemaker; who especially enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening and was a member of Immanuel United Church of Christ in Clarington; where she was a member of the women's group, The Golden Links.

    In addition to her parents and husband; she was preceded in death by a son and daughter-in-law; Clayton and Odessa "Kay" Boltz, a sister; Mildred Carter and a brother: Woodrow McKelvey.

    Survivors include a daughter; Phyllis (Richard) Bohrer of Weirton, WV, four grandchildren; Tammy (Michael) Deaton, Agina (Paul) Kempen, Randy (Kathy) Bohrer and Christina (Keith) Ensminger, ten great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.

    Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Grisell Funeral Home, 125 Clarinda Dr., Clarington where funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11a.m. with Pastor Everett Mitchell officiating. Interment in Clarington Cemetery, Clarington.

    Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Untied Church of Christ, 124 Shepherd Place, Clarington, OH 43915.

 

Bondy, John Russell Bondy

Harper Online Obituaries, Beallsville, dated, December 30, 2007

John Russell Bondy, 71, of Alledonia, died Saturday, December 29, 2007 at his home.

He was born December 22, 1936 in Martins Ferry, a son of Freda Walker Bondy and the late Albert Russell Bondy.

John was a retired employee of Ormet Corporation, Hannibal, a US Air Force veteran, and also a member of the Beallsville Church of Christ.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by a grandson, Jeremiah Decker.

Surviving in addition to his mother, Freda, of Martins Ferry, are his wife of 46 years, Mary French Bondy; three children, Rusty Bondy and his wife, Susan of Woodsfield, Sheila Decker and her husband, Bob, and Scott Bondy and his wife, Brenda all of Beallsville; a brother, Clyde Bondy of Martins Ferry; two sisters, Jackie (Don) Stutz of Dayton and Jo Ann "Doni" (Nick) Muntean of Bridgeport; six grandchildren Amanda (Pete) Perkins, Bobby Decker, Schuyler Bondy, Nathan Bondy, Ashton Bondy, and Shane Bondy; three great-grandchildren Gage, Garrett, and Grace Perkins.

Visitation will be Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 PM at the Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville where services will be held Tuesday at 11 AM with Jeff Rich officiating. Burial will follow in Armstrong Mills Cemetery.

 

Book, Bernice Book nee Biles

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, February 26, 2007

    Bernice Book, 87, Beallsville, died Sunday, February 25, 2007 in the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehab Center.   She was born January 19, 1920 near Beallsville, a daughter of the late William and Blanche Pugh Biles. She was a member of the Church of Christ at Mellott Ridge.

    In addition to her parents, Bernice was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth and Leonard Biles and a sister, Ruth Moore.

    Surviving are husband of 65 years, Carl; a son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Marlene Book; two grandchildren, Melinda and Nathan Book, all of Jerusalem; two sisters, Katherine Fielding of Woodsfield and Gladys Brock of Zanesville.

    Friends may call Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., at the Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville, where services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m.  Burial will follow in Beallsville Cemetery.

 

Boron, Harold R. "Dick" Boron

Source:  The Canton [Ohio] Repository - Friday, March 16, 2007

          Harold R. "Dick" Boron, age 71, of Minerva, passed away in Aultman Hospital on Tuesday, March 13, 2007 following an extended illness. Born in Bolivar, Ohio on March 10, 1936 to the late Warren and Lucy Boron, he spent most of his life as an owner/operator truck driver most recently for Reliable Trucking, having worked in the industry for 37 years until the time of his illness. He enjoyed going to races, working on trucks and loved NASCAR.

          In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Boron; sister, Nora Lee Boron; and stepson, Daniel Strawder, Jr.

          Survivors include his special friend, Joyce Boron of Minerva; three sons, Steve (Robin) Boron of Canton, Richard (Charlene) Boron of Canton, and Mike Boron of Canton; two daughters, Tammy (Don) Budenthal [sic–Bundenthal] and Jody Boron of Ohio; four stepsons, Charles Compher, Christopher Compher, Jay-R (Lacey) Strawder, Brent Strawder; stepdaughter, Christina Strawder; two brothers; Wayne (Sherri) Boron of South Carolina and Raymond Boron of Canton; sister, Katherine Boron; and several grandchildren, step-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

          A funeral service will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 17, 2007 in the Reed Funeral Home Canton Chapel with Rev. Dennis Devorick officiating. Calling hours will be one hour prior to the services form 2:30-3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Reed Funeral Home to defray the family's expenses. Those who are unable to attend and would like to share a fond memory may do so online at www.reedfuneralhome.com

(Reed, 330-477-6721)

 

Boston, Lela J. Boston nee VanDyne

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, December 24, 2007

BOSTON, Lela J., 100, of Armstrongs Mills, Ohio, died Saturday, December 22, 2007, in Marietta Memorial Hospital.

She was born in Armstrongs Mills on January 23, 1907, a daughter of the late Hudson and Lucy Ellen Yocum VanDyne.

She was the former co-owner and operator of Boston's Store in Armstrongs Mills; and was a member of the Armstrongs Mills United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, Lela was preceded in death by her husband, Paul E. Boston; a daughter, Dorothy Jean Goddard; sons, Starling Boston and Earl Boston; a grandson, Michael Goddard; great-grand daughters, Cara Goddard Baker and Tammy Milhoan; a daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Boston; and ten brothers and sisters.

She is survived by a son, Burl "Dozer" (Billie) Boston of Massillon, Ohio; a son-in-law, Glenn "Jim" Goddard of Armstrongs Mills; daughters-in-law, Ruth Boston of Armstrongs Mills and Gladys Boston of Canton, Ohio; grandchildren, Juanita (Dave) Milhoan of Canton, Bonnie (Fred) Angel of San Antonio, Texas, Starling "Junior" (Dee) Boston of Jacobsburg, Ed (Zelda) Boston of Beallsville, Monica Boston of St. Clairsville, Glenn "Butch" (Alice) Goddard of Beallsville, Dennis (Missy) Goddard of Centerville and Michelle (Doug) Chovan of Massillon; 18 great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, Ohio on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., where services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m., with Pastors Michelle Lucarelli and Darla Schnegg officiating.

Burial will follow in the Armstrong Cemetery.

 

Bowers, Johnny Bowers

Source:  The Lancaster [Ohio] Eagle Gazette; Feb 2007

        Johnny Bowers, 57, of Lancaster, died Friday, Feb. 16, 2007, at Crestview Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

        He was retired from Lancaster Glass Corp.

        He is survived by his father, Harold "Jack" Bowers of Lancaster; sister Sandy Walters of Columbus; daughter Shelly; grandchildren; nieces Annette Jones, Ermma* Snyder and Jennifer Snyder; nephews Paul Markin and Charles Snyder; and great nieces and nephews.

       He was preceded in death by his mother, Jessie Bowers; and brother Jack Charles Bowers.

        Service will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday in Frank E. Smith Funeral Home Chapel, 405 N. Columbus St., Lancaster, OH 43130, with Pastor Dan Smith of Wildermuth Memorial Church officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, Baltimore.

        Friends may visit two hours prior the service at the funeral home Friday.

*Submitter’s Note: This is the way I pasted the obituary from the web.  It is spelled ERMA, in the obituary for Johnny Bowers' mother, Jessie in 2002.

 

Bradfield, Melvina B. Bradfield nee Burkey

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, December 8, 2007

SARDIS - Melvina B. Bradfield, 95, of Sardis died Friday, Dec. 7, 2007, at her home.

She was born May 21, 1912, in Sardis, a daughter of John Burkey and Ethel Bridgeman Burkey.

She was a former piano teacher, having studied at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music.

She was a member of the Sardis Church of Christ, a member of the Eastern Star 261, New Matamoras, White Shrine 12, Marietta, Amaranth 7, Sistersville, W.Va., and Rebekah Lodge 157, New Martinsville, W.Va. She worked many years for Job's Daughters.

She is survived by her son, John F. (Debbie) Bradfield of Sardis; grandchildren, Jill Bradfield, Shawn (Nancy) Bradfield, and Johnna Bradfield (friend, Matt Huggins); stepgrandchildren, Kris (Terry) McPeek, Sean (Paula) Treadway, Chad (Becky) Treadway, Kevin (Crystal) Hooker, and Jay (Tara) Hooker; four great-grandchildren; and 10 step-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Merle E. Bradfield in 1993; and grandchild, Jan Bradfield.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the Bradfield family residence, 37346 Muskingum St., Sardis, with Minister Donnie Joe Chapman officiating.

Burial will be in Valley Cemetery, Reno, Ohio.

Friends will be received from 2 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the family residence.

 

Bragg, Elizabeth M. Bragg, nee Wilt

Source:  The Charleston [West Virginia] Daily Mail - Friday, February 23, 2007

        Elizabeth M. Bragg, 76, of Cowen died Feb. 20, 2007. Service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, at Morris Funeral Home, Cowen. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in the Bragg family cemetery, Boggs.

 

Brannon, Dink Brannon

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 11, 2007

    Dink Brannon, 93, of the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Woodsfield, Ohio died Monday, June 11, 2007 at the center.  He was born at Ironsburg, Tennessee on January 7, 1914 a son of the late Marron Francis and Artie Carter Brannon.  He was a retired carpenter; a member of the Woodsfield Church of Christ,

Woodsfield, Ohio and a member of the Carpenters Local #356, Marietta, Ohio.

    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Elsie Shell Brannon on March 15, 2005; one son, Edward Brannon; four brothers, Dave, George, Frank and Atle Brannon; eight sisters, Onie Curtis, Inez Blair, Ethel Jump, Rosie Smith, Tora Stewart, Bulah Wilson, Carrie Lemings and Loverine Brannon.

    Surviving are two daughters: Clara Mae (Gene) Carmichael of Riceville, Tennessee and Retha (Forrest) Cunningham of Pickerington, Ohio; five sons: Virgil (Shirley) Brannon of Amory, Mississippi, Tom Brannon of Brunswick, Georgia, Roy (Sharon) Brannon of Woodsfield, Ohio, Gale Brannon of Wapakoneta, Ohio and Dwight (Jo Ann) Brannon of Woodsfield, Ohio; 17 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild.

    Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Thursday where funeral services will be held at 8:00 p.m. with Chuck Schultheisz officiating.  Friends then received at the Biereley-Hale Funeral Home, 111 Depot Street, Tellico Plains, Tennessee from 6-8 p.m. Saturday with services at 8:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday at the Old Ironsburg Cemetery, Ironsburg, Tennessee.

 

Briggs, Geneva Ruth Briggs nee Peck

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, February 10, 2007

Geneva Ruth Briggs, 69, of 515 East Marietta Street, Woodsfield, Ohio died Friday, February 9, 2007 at her home. She was born at Piney Fork, Ohio on June 22, 1937 a daughter of the late Monroe Gillis and Margaret Nora West Peck.  Geneva was a retired cashier with 20 years of service at the former Woodsfield I.G.A. and was a member of the First Baptist Church, Woodsfield, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one sister, Delores Martin and four brothers, Robert, Bill, Ted and Eugene Peck.

Surviving are three daughters: Patricia L. Goding of New Martinsville, West Virginia, Janet S. Rinkes of Bethesda, Ohio and Kimberly A. (Donald) Schilling of Clarington, Ohio; two sons: Charles E. (Wanda) Briggs, Jr. of Mt. Joy, Pennsylvania and John K. (Robin) Briggs of Mentone, Indiana; five sisters: Jeanette Willis of West Liberty, Kentucky, Nora Nichols of Hannibal, Ohio, Betty Jane McVay of Powhatan Point, Ohio, Mary Lou Deaton of Dayton, Ohio and Naomi Jacklyn of Dayton, Ohio; two brothers: John Peck of Monroe, Michigan and Paul Douglas Peck of Dallas, Texas; ten grandchildren; several great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, February 13, 2007 where funeral services will be held at 8:00 p.m. with Anthony McSwords officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.

 

Briggs, Marcella Genevieve Briggs nee Powell

Times Recorder, Zanesville, Ohio, dated, February 13, 2007

ZANESVILLE - Marcella Genevieve Powell Briggs, 72, of Cambridge, died at 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10, 2007, at OSU Ross Heart Center in Columbus, following a brief illness.  She was born Saturday, July 21, 1934, in Seneca Township, Monroe County, the daughter Howard and Mildred Farnsworth Powell. She was a member of Faith Community Free Methodist Church of Cambridge.

Marcella is survived by two daughters, Linda (Mark) Weaver and Donna (James) Lashley, both of Zanesville; two sons, Richard Stotts of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Roy G. (Tina) Stotts of Zanesville; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, Hazel Cornell of Zanesville; one brother, Lonnie Powell of Quaker City.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Briggs, who died Nov. 1996; one great-granddaughter, Destiney Sherfy; two sisters, Bertha Curlutu and Darlene Powell; and six brothers, Lod, Joe, Denver, Leo, James and Andy Powell.

Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14, at The Hillis and Hardwick Funeral Home, 935 Forest Ave., where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 15, 2007, with Pastor Chuck McRobie officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.  Send a personal condolence note or sign the online register book at www.hillishardwickfh.com.

 

Briggs, Sarah Eileen Briggs nee Morris

Toothman Online Obituaries, St. Clairsville, Ohio, dated, January 13, 2007

Sarah Eileen Briggs, 81 of O.K. Road, Belmont, Ohio died Friday, January 12, 2007 at Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling.

She was born April 2, 1925 in Wheeling, a daughter of the late Arthur Morris and Estella Heil Morris.

She was a former employee of Sam's Club in St. Clairsville and Valley Vending at Belmont Technical College. She was also a former employee of Ashland Rubber and National Latex in Ashland, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd Briggs, Sr.; a sister, Emily Griffith Kuhn; two half brothers, Jim and Bill.

Surviving are five sons, Floyd Jr. of Belmont, David of Marengo, Ohio, Mick of Ashland, Ohio, Steve of Hobe Sound, Florida and Scott of St. Clairsville; two brothers, Art (Rilla) Morris of Perrysville, Ohio and Tom Morris of Davenport, Florida; 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Sunday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. where services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Homer Harden officiating. Burial follows in Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield.

 

Brinksneader, Benjamin Brinksneader

Source:  The Evansville [Indiana] Courier & Press; Saturday, November 24, 2007

        TELL CITY - Benjamin Brinksneader, 71, died Nov. 22, 2007, at Perry County Memorial Hospital.

        He was retired from the Tell City Fire Department and Street Department and an Army veteran.

        Surviving are wife, Alvina; daughter, Yvonne Adams; sons, Randy and Kevin; brothers, Vernon and Marvin; sisters, Virginia Ramsey, Shirley Garrett and Marilyn Lawson; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

        Services 2 p.m. Sunday at Zoercher-Gillick Funeral Home, burial in St. Mary Cemetery, with military rites. Visitation 2 to 8 p.m. today and noon to service. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society.

 

Brinson, Judy Ellen Brinson, nee Malcomb

Source:  The Charleston [West Virginia] Gazette - Saturday, March 17, 2007

Judy   Ellen   Malcomb   Or   Granny   Brinson,   55

        Judy Ellen "Granny" Malcomb Brinson, 55, of Craigsville, Nicholas County, entered into rest on Thursday, March 15, 2007, at her home after a long illness.

        Born Oct. 4, 1951, at Richwood, she was a daughter of Charles Boyd Malcomb of Craigsville and the late Norma Sue Smith Malcomb. Her husband, Rodney Wayne Brinson Sr., also preceded her in death.

        Judy was a homemaker who was full of life and love. She enjoyed crafting, flowers and spending time with family and friends. Judy was a Christian and was associated with the Baptist faith. Judy was known by friends and family as "Granny." Judy's wonderful smile and contagious love will be greatly missed but we know she suffers no more and is in the presence of her Savior.

        Surviving besides her father are two children, Rev. Chanon Mullens and his wife, Melissa, of Gauley Bridge, and Christina Dawn Mullens of Monroe, N.C.; two sisters, Joan Russell of Craigsville, and Joyce Morrison and her husband, Randy, of Matthew, N.C.; a grandson, Blake Mullens who made his home with her and eight grandchildren.

        Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 18, in the White Funeral Home at Craigsville with the Rev. Keith Williams officiating. Interment will follow in the West Virginia Memorial Gardens at Calvin.

        Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m.

        In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Judy Brinson Memorial Fund to care for her grandson, 16917 Webster Rd., Craigsville, WV 26205.

 

Brock, Mary L. Brock nee Thornberry

The Intelligencer, Wheeling, W.Va., dated, April 3, 2007

BROCK, Mary L., 99, of Canton, Ohio, died Sunday, April 1, 2007 in the Canton Christian Home following a brief illness.  She was born February 10, 1908 in Beallsville, to the late James R. and Evalena Stidd Thornberry.  Mary had been a Canton area resident since 1952 and retired from W.T. Grant Company in 1962.  She was a member of North Industry Christian Church, where she was a member of the Gleaners Class and the Leisurelees. She was also a member of the Greater Canton Retirees.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Ivan Thornberry; her husband, Ernest Brock in 1992; and a son, E. William Brock, Jr.

Surviving are two daughters and sons-in-law, Evelyn and John Hamilton and Doris and Fred Baker, all of Beallsville; a daughter-in-law, Janet Brock of N. Canton; ten grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and five great great-grandchildren.

Friends may call Wednesday 4-6 p.m. at the Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home on S. Cleveland Avenue, Canton.  Additional visitation Thursday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at 2 p.m. at the First Christian Church, Beallsville with Wayne Clark officiating. Interment in Beallsville Cemetery.  Condolences or fond memories may be sent online to www.sandersfuneralhomes.com   Memorial contributions may be made to the Beallsville First Christian Church, P.O. Box C, Beallsville, OH 43716.

 

Brown, Charles E. Brown

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, October 26, 2007

    BROWN, Charles E. Jr., 69, of Beallsville, Ohio, died Thursday, October 25, 2007, in Barnesville Health Care Center.  Charles was born January 28, 1938, in Key Ridge, a son of the late Charles E. Brown Sr. and Edna Merle Turl Brown.  Charles worked with the Karl Kimmerling Tree Service, and retired from Ohio Valley Paving.

    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Brown.

    Surviving are sons, Matt (Faith) Brown of Beallsville, and Jeff (Debra) Brown of Belmont, Ohio; seven grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth Andrews of Hendrysburg, Ohio; and brothers, Donald Brown of Beallsville, Jim Brown of New Castle, and John Brown of Columbus, Ohio.

    Friends will be received Saturday 6-8 p.m., at Kelly- Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 322 North Main St., Bethesda, OH, where services will be held Sunday, 1 p.m.

 

Brown, Kenda Kay Brown nee Arnott

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, November 27, 2007

NEW MATAMORAS - Kenda Kay Brown, 58, of Archers Fork Road, New Matamoras, died at 2:25 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 25, 2007) at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, Ohio.

She was born Sept. 6, 1949, in Racine, Ohio, to the late John Otis and Ellen Foreman Arnott. She was a member of Marietta Moose Lodge 1823 Women of the Moose.

On Jan. 24, 1976, she married Robert W. Brown in Newport, Ohio, who survives along with three daughters, Shelley Kendall (David) of New Matamoras, Shannon Brown (Brigitte) of Columbus, and Tonya Pelphrey of Williamstown; and one son, Justin Brown (Robin) of McConnelsville, Ohio. There are seven grandchildren, Dustin and Darrick Kendall, Kelsey and Macey Pelphrey, Austin and Katlin Brown, and Whitney Kelsey (Jared); two great-grandchildren, Kaiton and Cameron Kelsey; two sisters, Virginia Rees (Jim) of Racine, Ohio, and Lois Weaver of Jacksonville, Fla.; and best friend, Sharon Kearns of Racine, Ohio.

Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hadley Funeral Home, Reno Chapel, 1021 Pike St. The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Hadley Funeral Home, Reno Chapel, with the Rev. Gale Lauderman and Erin Curtis officiating, with burial to follow at Newport Cemetery.

Online condolences may be made to hadleyfuneralhomes.com

 

Brown, Maxine Brown nee Lambert

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, July 10, 2007

Maxine Marie, 85, of Somerton, Ohio, died Sunday at OSU Hospital.

          She was born May 17, 1922, in Jerusalem, daughter of the late Thomas and Lona (Turner) Lambert.

She was a member of Somerton United Methodist Church; and was retired from the housekeeping department of Barnesville Hospital.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Connie Reynolds; a brother,

Gene Lambert; and sisters, Marjorie Carter and Wilma Lambert.

Surviving are her grandson, Samuel E. Reynolds of Somerton; and her

two great-grand children, Brayden and Cayleigh Reynolds.

Graveside services Wednesday, 2 p.m., in Crestview Cemetery,

Barnesville, with the Rev. Tom Detling officiating.

Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, 319 N. Chestnut St.,

Barnesville, OH, is in charge of arrangements.

 

Brown, Terry Brown

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, November 12, 2007

BROWN, Terry, 34, of Bellaire, Ohio, died Sunday, November 11, 2007, at his home. He was born December 27, 1972, in Barnesville, Ohio, a son of Larry and Sondra Riley Brown.  He was a member of the Bush Church of Christ; attended the Jerusalem Church of Christ; was a member of the Monroe County Horseman's Association; and was an employee of Krogers in St. Clairsville.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Jay; and his grandparents, Floyd and Esther Brown.

Surviving, in addition to his parents of Jerusalem, are his wife, Bonnie McCoy Brown; stepchildren, David Otto, Stacy (Ed) Bradac, and Darek Otto; sisters, Tina (Scott) Clark of Jerusalem, and Jayda (Buck) Baker of Barnesville; grand- parents, Fred and Mary Lu West Riley of Beallsville and Geraldine Brown of Jerusalem; granddaughters, Tiffanie and Danielle Bradac; and nieces and nephews, Caitlin Brown, Josh Clark, Darren, Ryan, and Karlie Baker.

Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-9 p.m., at the Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville, where services will be held Wednesday at 1 p.m., with Kim McFarland officiating.  Burial follows in Bush Cemetery, near Malaga.  Send condolences online to www.harperfh.net.

 

Brown, Virgil C. E. Brown

Source: McVay Online Obituaries, Caldwell, Ohio, dated, August 2, 2007

        Virgil C. E. Brown, age 85, of Ava, Ohio, died Wednesday, August 1, 2007, at Summit Acres Nursing Home, Caldwell.  He was born August 2, 1921, in Monroe County, Ohio, son of the late Chance and Cecelia Hoffer Brown.

        He was a United States Army veteran, having served in the European Theatre of Operations. He was employed by the former Ava Brick Company for fifteen years, the Merry Stone Quarry, and he retired as a truck driver from the Noble County Highway Department.  He attended the former Clark's Chapel, and he enjoyed mowing and caring for his yard and driving his Monte Carlo and Jeep.

        In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a son, Gary Lee Brown, who died in 1996; one sister, Rith [sic-Ruth] Ritterbeck; and four brothers, Claude, Lester, Charles, and Ralph Brown.

        Surviving are his wife, Edna Mae Everly Brown, whom he married March 19, 1946; his children, Diana M. (Scott) Davis of Belle Valley, Clayton E. (Jacqueline) Brown of Ava, Carol A. (Roger) Kirkbride of Pleasant City, Joyce D. (William) Hayes of Ava, and Becky L. (Herman) Yeagle of Caldwell; one sister, Betty Hashman of Kent; 13 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

        Friends may call Friday, August 3, 2007, from 1-7PM at McVay-PerkinsFuneral Home, Caldwell, where the funeral service will be held Saturday, August 4th at 11AM with Pastor Bob James officiating.  Burial will follow at Halleys Ridge Cemetery, Ava.  Military graveside services will be conducted by the Noble County Veteran Service Organizations

 

Buck, Sandra Lou Ridgeway Buck nee Hunt

Hadley Online Obituaries, New Matamoas, Ohio, dated, April 2, 2007

Sandra Lou Hunt Ridgeway Buck, 63, of 307 Woodland Court Woodsfield, OH. died at her home Sunday April 1, 2007. She wa[sic-was] born to the late Theodore Wesley and Mary Lou Casto Hunt on September 19, 1944 at Owings, West Virginia. Sandy was a graduate of River High School class of 1962 and was a homemaker.

She is survived by two sons William Ridgeway Jr. of Salina, KS, and Glen Richard Ridgeway of Hillard, OH, one daughter Mary E. Buck of Marietta, OH. She has one grandson Gerald William Ridgeway and three granddaughters Erica Dawn, Rachel Nichole and Davee Ann Ridgeway. There are two sister Betty Robinson (Larry) of Duffy, OH and Nancy Langsdorf (Roger) of Antioch, OH. She has two brothers Jim Hunt of Clarington, OH and Ted Hunt of Sardis, OH.

Sandy was preceded in death by her parents and two husbands, William L. Ridgeway died August 30, 1978 and Gerald R. Buck who died January 21, 1988.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 P.M. on Thursday April 5, 2007 at Hadley Funeral Home 700 Main St. New Matamoras, OH, with Rev. Frank Conley officiating and burial to follow in Matamoras Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 on Wednesday April 4, 2007 at the funeral home.

 

Bucy, Gerald Lee Bucy

Source:  The Vindicator [Youngstown, Ohio]; 11 Dec 2007

Gerald Lee Bucy, 67

        COLUMBUS – Gerald Lee Bucy, 67, died Saturday, Dec. 8, in Columbus. He was affectionately known as “Gill,” “Jerry, or “G” to his family and close friends.

        He was born May 17, 1940 in Pike County and he graduated from Unioto High School in Chillicothe.

        He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving during both the Bay of Pigs and the Cuban Missile Crisis, as a Machinist Mate 2 aboard the USS Cony, DD-508.

        When he returned to Ohio, he married Nancy Ann Myers of Georgesville on March 5, 1965 and together, they had four children and five grandchildren.

        Gerald retired from both Westinghouse and General Motors (Fisher Body) located on the west side of Columbus. He was a member of both the UAW and IBEW. He was never one to spend retirement sitting down, so he continued to assist the staff of ELW Company which brought him much enjoyment.

        His parents, Charles and Theda, preceded him in death.

        He is survived by his wife, Nancy, of 42 years; son, David Michael Bucy and wife, Michelle of Pickerington; daughter, Laura Ann and Janine Aquino Bucy of Worthington; son, Jason Kenneth Bucy of San Francisco; daughter, Becky J. Crosby of Blacklick; and grandchildren, Charlotte and Abigail Bucy, Olivia, Owen and Ashley Crosby.

        Also surviving are four brothers and two sisters, Kenneth Bucy and wife, Sarah of Orient, Dale Bucy and wife, Anne of Silver Springs, Steven Bucy and Michael Bucy, both of Warren, Juanita Tate of Statesville, N.C. and Janice K. Rosen of Warren; 13 nieces and nephews, living in both Ohio and North Carolina; and special friends and family including, Dorothy and Donnie (Lucy) Borders, Dick (Sharon) Rowe, Dave (Juanita) Pratt, Mike (Mary) Kelley, Ron ( Marilyn) Schellhaus, and the entire staff of ELW Co. in Grove City.

        Our dad was a truly wonderful individual who was well known and loved by many in Georgesville, West Jefferson, Grove City and throughout Columbus. Gerald never met a stranger. All who met and knew him were aware of how special he was. He will be greatly missed by his wife, sons, daughters, young grandchildren, and his many friends.

        Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 14, at the Rader McDonald Funeral Home, West Jefferson, with remarks by oldest son David M. Bucy.

        Burial will follow at Oak Grove Cemetery in Georgesville.

        Friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Boyer Funeral Home in Waverly, Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m., and Friday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Rader McDonald Funeral Home.

 

Bunfill, Dorothy Bunfill nee Davis

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, July 22, 2007

    Dorothy E., 71, of Somerton, Ohio, died Saturday, July 21, 2007, at her

home.

    She was born December 3, 1935 in Somerton, daughter of the late William and Golda (Saffell) Davis.

    She was a homemaker; a member of the Somerton United Methodist Church; and also attended the Beallsville Church of God.

    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,

Donald C. Bunfill; one sister, Betty Phillips; and five brothers, Merle,

Melvin, Marvin "Bud," Ralph, and Hillis "Skeeter" Davis.

    She is survived by three daughters, Donna Sue (Rick) Clark of Somerton,

Diane (Ron) Shriver of Beallsville and Deana (Eric) Perkins of Somerton;

companion, Robert "Bob" Betts of Somerton; two brothers, Stanley (Deb) Davis of Woodsfield and Roger (Jean) Davis of Cadiz; two sisters, Inez (Robert) Vorhees of Somerton and Vivian "Sis" (Stan) Rorrer of Diamond, Ohio; six grandchildren, and one great- grandson.

    Visitation Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Campbell- Plumly-Milburn

Funeral Home 319 N. Chestnut Street, Barnesville, Ohio, where services will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Rusty Atkinson officiating.

    Burial will follow in Somerton Cemetery.

    Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Guernsey.

 

Burbacher, Joseph Burbacher

Chandler Online Obituaries, Summerfield, Ohio, dated, October 25, 2007

His Legacy…Joseph Burbacher, age 76, of Summerfield, passed away Wednesday (October 24, 2007) at the Summit Acres Nursing Home in Caldwell.  Joseph was born January 12, 1931 in Summerfield, OH a son of the late Ralph and Bertha Allen Burbacher.  Joseph was a Graduate of the Summerfield High School and the Lincoln School of Welding in Cleveland, OH. He served and protected his country in the U.S. Navy. He was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict serving from 1951 to 1955 aboard the USS Nereus stationed at the U.S. Naval Submarine Base, Pearl Harbor. He achieved the rank of 2nd Class Metal Smith. Following his service he returned to Summerfield, where he lived out his life with his loving family. He was a welder for Sidwell Brothers Inc. where he retired from in 1992. He was a member of Olive Lodge # 210 F. & A.M., Summerfield American Legion Post # 415, Life Member of the Caldwell VFW Post #4721, Seneca Sportsman's Club, United Mine Workers Local #1604, United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Local #356 in Marietta.

      His Family... Surviving are his wife of 46 years, Nancy Stoehr Burbacher of the home, whom he married May 6, 1961; Daughter Julia (Jon) Blake of Zanesville, OH and Son Alan (Rochelle) Burbacher of Eustis, FL; Five Grandchildren Jason and Kristin Blake, Ashley, J.E. and Douglas Burbacher. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

      In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a Brother Glen Burbacher; Three Sisters Lois Reed, Grace Moore and Betty Clark; Step-Grandson Ryan Delvaney.

      His Farewell Service... Friends will be received Sunday (October 28, 2007) anytime with the family present from 2 to 8 PM at the Chandler Funeral Home, 609 West Street, Caldwell, Ohio 43724, where the Olive Lodge #210 F. & A.M. will conduct services at 6:30 pm. Funeral Services will be held Monday at 11:00 am in the Chandler Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Frank Love officiating. Burial will follow in Eastern Cemetery, where the Noble County Veteran Service Organizations will conduct military graveside honors.  You may share a fond memory of Joseph by signing our online guestbook or by calling (740) 732-1311.

 

Burch, Elmer Burch

Source:  The Columbus [Indiana] Republic; Friday, 11 May 2007

Elmer   Burch

Gadsden,   Ala.

        Elmer Burch, 81, of Gadsden, Ala., formerly of Columbus, died Wednesday, May 9, 2007.

        Cremation arrangements were made by Morgan Funeral Chapel and Crematory in Attalla, Ala.

        Mr. Burch is survived by children, Elmer L. Burch of Gadsden and Sandee S. Dillow of Gallatin, Tenn., and grandchildren, David and Marsha Stuckey of Columbus and Reid and Joyce Myers of Washington.

        He was preceded in death by his wife, Nelline Sue Burch.

 

Burden, Shawn Scott Burden

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 16, 2007

    Shawn Scott Burden age 43 of Woodsfield, Ohio formerly of Goose Creek, South Carolina died Tuesday January 16, 2007 at the Monroe County Care Center Woodsfield, Ohio. He was born December 28, 1963 at Wooster, Ohio a son of Tim & Dolly Piatt Burden of Woodsfield, Ohio and the late JoAnn Johnson Burden.

    He graduated from West Holmes High School, & served in the United States Navy for 5 years. He was employed by JW Aluminum in South Carolina as a Maintenance Supervisor for 17 years, and was a member of the Light House of Faith of Lore City, Ohio.

    He is survived by his parents Tim & Dolly Piatt Burden of Woodsfield, Ohio, 1 son: Corey Scott Burden - Cottageville, South Carolina, 1 daughter: Tia Burden - Cottageville, South Carolina, 2 sisters: Kathy (James) King - Fort Worth, Texas, Teresa (Noel) Jones - Fort Worth, Texas,

    Friends will be received from 12 Noon until time of service at 2 p.m.

Saturday January 20, 2007 at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio. Interment in the Oaklawn Cemetery Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Burgbacher, Francis S. Burbacher

Monroe County Beacon, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated March 15, 2007

Francis S. Burgbacher, 87, died March 7, 2007, at Fort Walton Beach Medical Center.

He retired from the federal government after 28 years at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio.

Surviving are his wife, Emogene Burgbacher of Fort Walton Beach, Fla.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Buryl Alloway Burgbacher; a son, Steven; and brother, Paul.

Graveside services were held March 12 at Beall Memorial Cemetery.

You may share memories and condolences at Emerald Coast Funeral Home.

 

Burkhart, Albert Burkhart

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, September 27, 2007

    BURKHART, Albert, 91, of Beallsville, Ohio, died Wednesday, September 26, 2007, at his home.  He was born June 17, 1916, near Jacobsburg, a son of the late Grover and Lena Fraley Burkhart.  He was a member of the Church of Christ, Jacobsburg; and a retired employee of The Ormet Corporation, Hannibal, Ohio.

    In addition to his parents, Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Edna Perkins Burkhart; a brother, Grover; two sisters, Mona Kurth and Mary Mae VanDyne.

    Surviving are seven children, Charles of Woodsfield, Linda Walter of Cambridge, Betty Gramlich of Jerusalem, Emma Caldwell and Carol Coss, both of Beallsville, Barbara Parr of Lewisville, and Deborah Chaplin of Woodsfield; two brothers, Donald Burkhart of Marietta and Glen Burkhart of Texas; twin sisters, Beth Arman and Ruth Bott, both of Marietta; 18 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

    Friends may call Friday from 2-8 p.m., at the Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville, where services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m.  Burial follows in Beallsville Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Jacobsburg Church of Christ.

 

Burton, Marvin A. Burton

Monroe County Beacon, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 18, 2007

        Marvin Addison Burton, 78, New Martinsville, died Jan. 13, 2007, in Wetzel County Hospital. He was born Oct. 1, 1928, in Procter, W.Va., a son of the late Wilson and Winnie Beatrice Butlet Burton. Friends were received Jan. 15, at Iams Funeral Home, New Martinsville, where funeral services were held Jan. 16, with Rev.Mike Atkinson officiating, with full military and Masonic services.

 

Butters, John "Joe" Butters

Source:  The Gazette [Cedar Rapids-Iowa City, Iowa]  - Tuesday, July 10, 2007

        John "Joe" Butters, 81, of Independence, died Sunday, July 8, 2007, in his summer home in rural Independence following a long illness. Funeral services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Reiff Funeral Home & Crematory in Independence, by the Rev. Aloysius Vorwald. Burial: Mount Hope Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 7 tonight and 9 a.m. to service time Wednesday at the funeral home, where a military service begins at 7 tonight.

        Survivors include his wife, Doris; six daughters, Karen Dubbeld of Warsaw, Ind., Dawn Meek and Phyllis Decker, both of Independence, Pam Walker of Oelwein, Jacquie Heinz of Jesup and Barb Trower of Bakersfield, Calif.; two sons, Bruce Butters of Independence and Donald Trower of Bakersfield, Calif.; and a brother, Felix Butters of Independence.

        Also surviving are 22 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren.

        Online memorials may be left at www.reifffuneralhome.com under obituaries.

 

Byrum, Wilma J. “Anita” Byrum

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, February 10, 2007

            NEW MATAMORAS - Wilma J. "Anita" Byrum, 85, of Park Avenue, New Matamoras, died at 8:10 a.m. Thursday (Feb. 8, 2007) at her home.

            She was born July 28, 1921, in Newport, a daughter of Myrtle Bush and stepfather, George Winded. She had held various jobs in this area.  Anita was married to Bill Byrum who passed away in 1984.

She is survived by her companion and caregiver, Delvin J. Merriner; half sister, Novella Millison of Humbolt, Kan.; half brother, John Evans of Parkersburg;

and several cousins, one niece, and two nephews.

            Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. Burial will be in Newport Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home from noon Sunday until the hour of the services.

 

Campbell, George Herbert Campbell

Source:  as posted on findagrave.com; Jul 2007

        George Herbert Campbell, 68, of Maple Avenue, New Martinsville, WV, died Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at the New Martinsville Health Care Center.

        He was born March 28, 1939 in Littleton, WV, the son of the late Franklin and Viola Lough Campbell McCardle.

        He was a retired mixer operator at Ormet Corporation in Hannibal, Ohio, a member of the Bridge Street Church of Christ in New Martinsville, and a U.S. Marine veteran.

        In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Robert and Donald Campbell, and a son, Tony Campbell.

        Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth Thomas Campbell, four sons, Gary Campbell, Doug Campbell, and Brian (Tracy) Campbell, all of New Martinsville, and John Campbell of Reston, VA; a daughter, Denise Barr of Beckley, WV; a sister, Audrie Ann Ryan of Sarasota, FL; four grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

        Family received friends on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9pm at Grisell Funeral Home & Crematory, 751 Third Street, New Martinsville, where funeral services were held Friday at 11:00am with Evangelist Charles Pugh officiating.   Interment was in Greenlawn Memorial Park, New Martinsville where the Sistersville VFW conducted military graveside services.

 

Carpenter, Dale C. Carpenter

Watter's Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 5, 2007

Dale C. Carpenter, 70, of 3362 Lynn Drive, Zanesville, Ohio (formerly of Summerfield, Ohio) died Saturday, August 4, 2007 at his home.

He was born near Lewisville, Ohio on July 11, 1937 a son of the late

Alfred D. and Verna Wehr Carpenter.

He was a 1955 graduate of the former Lewisville High School, Lewisville, Ohio; a retired employee of the former Conalco Corporation, Hannibal, Ohio; a member of the Hartshorn Ridge Church of Christ near Graysville, Ohio; a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Woodsfield, Ohio; a social member of the V.F.W. Post 5303, Woodsfield, Ohio and a former member of the Summerfield Volunteer Fire Department, Summerfield, Ohio.

Surviving are five sons: Ryan Dale Carpenter of Cambridge, Ohio, Kurt Carpenter of Westerville, Ohio, Jeffrey Armstrong of Columbus, Ohio, Tony Hanes of Florida and Travis Carpenter of Florida; one sister: Sandy Bates of Woodsfield, Ohio; several grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother,

Carlos Carpenter.

There will be no visitation. Graveside services will be held at 2:00

p.m. Saturday, August 11, 2007 at the Calais Cemetery, Calais, Ohio with

Frank Love officiating.

Arrangements by Brubach-Watters Funeral Home, 202 Main Street,

Summerfield, Ohio

 

Carpenter, Florence A. Carpenter nee Clift

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, February 16, 2007

Florence A. Carpenter, 88, of Barnesville, died Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2007 at the Barnesville Health Care Center. She was born Oct. 26, 1918 at Boston, Ohio, daughter of the late Oliver and Maude (Knox) Clift.  She was a member of the Boston Church of Christ.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Irvin Carpenter (1969); a daughter, Patsy Froehlich; and four brothers, Everett, William, Earnest and Oliver Clift.

Surviving are a son, Irvin (Bonnie) Carpenter of Barnesville; daughter, Betty (John) VanFossen of Barberton; two sisters, Juanita Landefeld and Leanna Reimenschneider of Woodsfield; 14 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Visitation, 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, with services at 11 a.m., Saturday, at Campbell Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home 319 N. Chestnut St., Barnesville, Ohio. Burial in Southern Cemetery.

 

Carpenter, Lloyd N. Carpenter

Mansfield News Journal, Mansfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 2007

ALBION -- Lloyd N. Carpenter, 84, died Monday, Nov. 5, 2007, at home. He was born Oct. 3, 1923, in Woodsfield, the son of Nelson and Zelma Carpenter Carpenter.  He retired in 1988 from U-Brand Corp after 42 years. He was a charter member of Jackson Grange where he served as a past master, Ashland Eagles and (IAM) International Assn. of Machinist. He enjoyed hunting, woodworking, fishing and gardening.

Survived by five children, Gloria Carpenter of Mansfield, Gary Carpenter (Sandi Sloan) of Ashland, Michael (Carol) Carpenter of Lodi, Rebecca (Roger) Parsons of West Salem and Roberta Carpenter of Mansfield; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Kenneth (Doris) Carpenter of Bailey Lakes, Gordon (Molly) Carpenter of Barnesville and Norman (Evelyn) Carpenter of Jensen Beach, Fla.

His parents; first wife, Margaret who died in 1981; his second wife, Lola who died in 2001; and four brothers, William, John, Virgil and Leonard

Carpenter died previously.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 9, 2007, at Matteson Funeral Home, West Salem, conducted by Pastor Layton Broome. Visitation will be Thursday 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial in Albion Cemetery.  Memorials may be given to Polk Fire & Rescue Dept., 200 East E. Congress St., Polk, Ohio 44866; or Hospice of North Central Ohio, 1050 Dauch Drive, Ashland, Ohio 44805.

 

Carpenter, Rhoda D. Carpenter nee Delong

McVey Online Obituaries, Caldwell, Ohio, dated, November 28, 2007

        Rhoda D. Carpenter, age 47, of Lewisville, Ohio, died Tuesday, November 27, 2007, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.  She was born March 15, 1960, in Cambridge, Ohio, daughter of the late Cletis and Margaret Carpenter Delong.  She was a 1978 graduate of Shenandoah High School, where she was a member of the Zeps Marching Band and the drama club.

She also graduated as a licensed practical nurse from Belmont Technical College, and she received her registered nurse degree from Regents University in New York. She had been employed as an RN by SEORMC in Cambridge, Marietta Memorial Hospital, and she worked in various programs at the Noble County Health Department, with the most recent being case manager for the Breast and Cervical Cancer Project.  She was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association, and a former board member for the Appalachian Quarter Horse Association.  She was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Belle Valley.

           In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by one brother, Sam Delong; and one nephew, Jamey Hall.

           Surviving are her husband, Mark Carpenter, whom she married October 10, 1987; one son, Damen Carpenter and one daughter, Alex Carpenter, both of the home; two sisters, Kay (Fred) Housley of Wolf Run and Becky (Steve) Hall of Summerfield; one brother, Dan (Sandy) Delong of Queensland, Australia; and several nieces and nephews, including special caregivers Jodi Hall of Bay Village and Keith Delong, RN, of Lexington, Kentucky, who provided many hours of loving care.

           Friends may call Thursday, November 29, 2007, from 2-9PM at

McVay-Perkins Funeral Home, 416 East Street, Caldwell.  The funeral service will be held Friday, November 30th at 11AM at Faith Baptist Church in Belle Valley with Pastors Phil Golden and Jay Loucks officiating. Burial will follow in Calais Cemetery, Calais.  The family requests memorial contributions be made to the Strecker Cancer Center, 401 Matthew Street,

Marietta, Ohio 45750.

 

Castello, Gary B. ‘Heavy’ Castello

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, February 15, 2007

Gary B. (Heavy) Castello, 55, of Bethesda, Ohio, died Monday, Feb. 12, 2007at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio. He was born Dec. 7, 1951 in Barnesville, Ohio, a son of Shirley Phillips Castello Laughlin and the late Bernard Castello.  Heavy worked with CAM Ohio of Cadiz, a member of the Hendrysburg United Methodist Church. He was an avid Steeler fan, a loving companion, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Surviving in addition to his mother and stepfather, Shirley and Gene Laughlin, of Winterset, Ohio, are his loving companion, Margaret Starr, children: Gara Beth Rogers of Woodsfield, Danielle Castello of Hendrysburg, Kenneth Castello of Shadyside, Gary Castello of Byesville, Matthew Castello of Hendrysburg, Doty, Kimberly, Dalton, Justin and Austin Starr of Speidel; eight grandchildren and one great- grandchild; sisters, Judy Arnold and Joyce Toohey, both of Barnesville, Karen Yockey of Quaker City, Candy Lucas of Barnesville, Pam Jeffers of St. Clairsville, Lori Castello of Flushing; brothers, David Castello of Bethesda, Bernard Castello Jr., of Maynard and Phillip Castello of Bethesda.

Friends will be received Friday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Kelly- Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 322 North Main St., Bethesda, Ohio and Saturday, 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m., with Rev. Thomas Detling officiating.  Burial in Ebenezer Cemetery, Bethesda, Ohio.

 

Chaney, Clifford “ Chauncey” Chaney

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, November 22, 2007

NEW MATAMORAS - Clifford "Chauncey" Chaney, 79, of Pryor Glass Road, New Matamoras, Ohio, died Wednesday (Nov. 21, 2007) at his home.

He was born June 23, 1928, in Wellsburg, W.Va., the son of the late Jesse and Bertha J. Hackathorn Chaney.

He was a supervisor with Koppers Co. in Pittsburgh, Pa.; a member of Salem Hall United Methodist Church in New Matamoras; a member of the Masonic Temple 691 F&AM in Steubenville, Ohio; VFW 6387 in New Matamoras; American Legion Post 557 of Wintersville, Ohio; and a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Ralph E. Chaney; and a stepbrother, Thurman Campbell.

Survivors include his wife, Ina L. Hall Chaney; a sister-in-law, Ellen

Witschey of New Matamoras; three nephews and three great-nephews.

Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Grisell Funeral Home& Crematory, 751 Third St., New Martinsville, W.Va., where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with the Rev. Michael Webber officiating. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, New Martinsville, W.Va.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 122 S. High St., Morgantown, W.Va. 26501.

 

Christman, Arlene G. Christman, nee Crum

Source:  Akron Beacon Journal (OH) - Sunday, December 9, 2007
        Arlene G. Christman , 81, of Akron, passed away December 8, 2007 at her residence.
        She was born July 4, 1926 in Woodsfield, Ohio to the late Urban and Eloise Crum and resided in Akron for over 50 years. Arlene was a member of Emanuel United Church of Christ in Akron and was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. In addition to her parents; she was preceded in death by her sister, Bernadine Burkhart. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, John Christman of Akron; daughter, Donna Kinser (Harry) of Opelika, Ala.; son, Nelson Christman (Linda) of Tallmadge; grandchildren, Elaine Penn (Larry) of Uniontown, Michael Kinser (Amber) of Auburn, Ala., Jason Kinser of Opelika, Ala., Jennifer Christman (Roy) of Akron, John Christman (Sarah) of Tallmadge and Jill Wegner (Jonathan) of Tallmadge; great-grandchildren, Trevor Potts of N.C., Chandler McCoy of Auburn, Ala., Malorie Bates of Akron, Cale Kinser of Auburn, Ala., Ally Kinser of Opelika, Ala. and Joshua Wegner of Tallmadge; brothers, Donald Crum (Bonnie) of Tallmadge and Clarence Crum (Opal) of Woodsfield; brother-in-law, John Burkhart of Rittman; special close friends, Ann Drechsler and Phyllis Joel.
        Calling hours will be Monday from 1 to 3 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron where funeral services will be conducted Tuesday at 10 a.m. with Pastor Jay Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Memorial Park. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, 330-784-3334 .

 

Christman, Gerald L. Christman

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 12, 2007

Gerald L. Christman, 63, of 206 N. 4th Street, Woodsfield, Ohio died Sunday, November 11, 2007 in the Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital, Parkersburg, West Virginia. He was born near Woodsfield, Ohio on February 8, 1944 a son of the late Walter and Zelda Smith Christman.  He was owner/operator of Christman Quarry near Lewisville, Ohio since 1976 and was a co-owner of D-K Mini Storage, Woodsfield, Ohio. He was a member of the Ohio State Trapshooting Association where he was a member of the Hall of Fame. In 1990 he was a Grand American Clay Target Champion and was a member of the National Rifle Association.

Surviving are his wife, Beryl Weddle Christman whom he married on August 2, 1964; one daughter: Kathy (Darren) Dimmerling of Woodsfield, Ohio; two grandsons: Brett and Tye Dimmerling of Woodsfield, Ohio.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2-9 p.m. Tuesday, November 13, 2007 where funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 14, 2007 with Keith Jones officiating. Burial will follow in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Christman, Howard O, Christman

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 2, 2007

Howard O. Christman, 100, of, Lewisville, Ohio died, August 1, 2007

He was born at Calais, Ohio on August 23, 1906 a son of the late John

and Clara Ackerman Christman.

He was a 1926 graduate of the former Batesville High School,

Batesville, Ohio; a retired farmer and carpenter and a member of the former

Seneca Valley Church of Christ, Calais, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife,

Hazel Stephen Christman on October 9, 1976; three brothers, Gilbert, Lee and Herbert Christman; an infant brother, Lester Christman; one sister, Esta

Burkhart; a grandson, Larry Stephen Christman.

Surviving are one daughter: Judy (Donald) Kilburn of Lewisville, Ohio; two sons: Larry (Barbara) Christman of Lewisville, Ohio, Neil Christman and his fiancé Jana Phillips of Lewisville, Ohio; three sisters: Helen Starr of Gahanna, Ohio, Mary Hayes of Quaker City, Ohio and Cleo Carpenter of Lewisville, Ohio; three sisters-in-law: Eleanor Christman of Summerfield, Ohio, Margaret Christman of Quaker City, Ohio and Lois Stephen of Malaga, Ohio; nine grandchildren: Kim (Bonnie) Kilburn, Stephen Kilburn, Amber (Tom) Ramage, Blake (Sandy) Kilburn, Aaron (Stacey) Kilburn, Troy (Sue) Christman, Tracey (Bud) Haney, Tonya (Brad) Balch and Travis (Angie) Christman; 21great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State

Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Saturday, August 4, 2007 where funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, August 5, 2007 with Pastor Travis Christman and Frank Love officiating. Burial will follow in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Christman, Vernon H. Christman

Source:  The Mansfield [Ohio[ News Journal; 11 Nov 2007

        ASHLAND -- Vernon H. Christman, 86, died Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007, at Crystal Care Center of Ashland.

        Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 12, 2007, at Heyl Funeral Home, 227 Broad St., Ashland, with interment at Ashland Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and one hour prior to services.

        Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of North Central Ohio, 1050 Dauch Dr., Ashland, OH 44805.

BELOW IS A SECOND OBITUARY

Vernon H. Christman

Source:  The Ashland [Ohio] Times Gazette; 10 Nov 2007

1921-2007

Vernon  H.  Christman,  86,  co-owner  of   Harold  Motors  Co.

        Vernon H. Christman, 86, of Ashland, passed away Thursday, Nov. 8, 2007 at Crystal Care Center of Ashland.  On Oct. 6. 1921, in Woodsfield, Mr. Christman was born to Samuel and Maggie (Goodbalet)* Christman.

        He had been a resident of Ashland County most his life.  Mr. Christman was formerly employed at Westinghouse before being in sales and co-owner at Harold Motors Co.  He was a member of Church of Christ.

        On Oct. 21, 1946, Mr. Christman married Velma Haas, who survives.  Also surviving are a daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Bob Kapps of Columbus; a son and daughter-in-law, Jerry L., and Sandi Christman of Reno, Nev.; four grandchildren; one brother, Frank Christman of Woodsfield; and a sister, Edna Long of Batesville.

        Services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 12, 2007, at Heyl Funeral Home, 227 Broad St., Ashland, with Pastors Don Highman and Jeff Slater.  Interment will be at Ashland Cemetery.  Friends may visit with the family 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, 2007, at the funeral home and one hour before services on Monday.

        The family suggests memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of North Central Ohio, 1050 Dauch Drive, Ashland, Ohio  44805.

*Submitter's Note:  On most records this name is seen spelled as GOODBALLET.

 

Chupp, Melvin Chupp

Source:  Newspaper Clipping; Dec 2007;  [photo]

        SHREVE--Melvin J. Chupp, 76, of Shreve, formerly of Trail, died Sunday, Dec. 2., 2007, at Wooster Community Hospital.

        Services will be Saturday, Dec. 8, at 11 a.m. at Butler-Varns Funeral Home, Sugarcreek, with the Rev. Rick Trumbo officiating.  Burial will be in Grace Mennonite Church Cemetery.

        Friends may call Friday, Dec. 7, from 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

        Memorial contributions may be made to Shreve Calvary Baptist Church.

        He was born Feb. 21, 1931, in Yoder, Kansas, to Joseph and Lizzie (Stutzman) Chupp and married Edna L. Miller on Jan. 1, 1953.  She died Aug. 1, 1989.  He then married Milinda Kay "Lynn" Snyder on Dec. 15, 1990.  She survives.

        He was a longtime employee of Holmes By Products near Trail.

        He was a member of Shreve Calvary Baptist Church and a former member of Countryside Chapel in Sugarcreek.  He was a member of the Killbuck Radio Club.

        Surviving in addition to his wife are seven children and three stepchildren, Susie (Gary) Swinehart of Fredericksburg, Amos (Angie) Chupp of Berlin, Paul Chupp of Youngstown, Calvin (Belinda) Chupp of Beach City, Alvin (Joyce) Chupp of Baltic, Floyd (Valerie) Chupp of Akron, Joyce Chupp of Strasburg, Rogert (Pat) Gorfi of Dayton, Buffy (Kevin) Kent of Wooster and Andrew Gorfi of Apple Creek; 21 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; three brothers, Emanuel (Nettie) Chupp and Noah (Bena) Chupp, both of Sarasota, Fla., and Ervin (Marjorie) Chupp of Fairplay, S.C.; and two sisters, Gertie Chupp of Kalona, Iowa, and Tillie (Wayne) Schrock of Middlebury, Ind.

        In addition to his first wife, he is preceded in death by two sisters, Fanny Chupp and Mary Schwartz, and two brothers, Herman and Amos Chupp.

 

Circosta, Geraldine Elizabeth Circosta nee Mitchell

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, August 16, 2007

    CIRCOSTA, Geraldine Elizabeth "Jeri," 86, Shadyside, Ohio, died Wednesday, August 14, 2007, in Shadyside Care Center.  Jeri was born January 2, 1921, in Bellaire, Ohio, the daughter of the late George J. and Agnes Graham Mitchell.  She was a Christian by faith.

    In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, John J. Mitchell; and a sister, Catherine Wiggins.

    Surviving are her husband of 67 years, Frank Circosta; three sons, James and his wife, Barbara Circosta of Barnesville, Ohio, Jay and his wife, Donna

Circosta of Woodsfield, Ohio, and Robert "Bob" Circosta of Clearwater, Fla.; seven grandchildren, Stephanie Stio, Craig Circosta, Jayne Vinskovich, Susan Snively, Michael Circosta, Christopher Circosta, and Angela Circosta; four great-grandchildren, Sophia, Trevor, Matison, and Jayke; and several nieces and nephews.

    There will be no visitation, services will be at the convenience of the family.  Interment will be in Powhatan Cemetery, Powhatan Point, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Shadyside Care Center, c/o Activities Department, 60583 State Rt. 7, Shadyside, OH 43947 or Valley Hospice, 132 Peters Run Road, Wheeling, WV 26003.  Arrangements by Bauk necht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes and Crematory, 3900 Central Avenue, Shadyside, OH 43947.  Condolences may be expressed to the family at www. altmeyer.com.

 

Claus, Wilburt Walter Claus

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, January 23, 2007

    Wilburt Walter Claus, 89, of 33101 Christman Ridge Road, Lewisville, Ohio died Monday, Jan. 22, 2007 at the Summit Acres Nursing Home, Caldwell, Ohio.  He was born near Lewisville, Ohio on May 7, 1917 a son of the late Walter C. and Lydia Kilburn Claus. He attended the Barnhart and Lewisville School; was a retired farmer, school bus driver and serviced gas wells in the area. He was a member of the Trinity United Church of Christ near Lewisville, Ohio and was a United States Navy veteran, having served in Hawaii during World War II. After he retired and could no longer do outside work, Wilburt enjoyed piecing and quilting quilts.

    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Freda Claus; one sister, Grace (Ralph) Jones; and aunts, uncles, nieces and cousins.

    Surviving are his wife, Beryl Christman Claus, whom he married on Sept. 20, 1947; three sons: Roger (Phyllis) Claus of Lewisville; Dale (Susanne) Claus of Columbus, Ohio; and Ray (Deborah) Claus of Plainfield, Ind.; one sister, Evelyn (Charles E.) Reed; one brother-in-law: Paul (Marie) Christman; six grandchildren: Russell (Natalie) Claus, Andrew Claus, Ryan Claus, Benjamin Claus, Aaron Claus and Capt. Pamela Claus of the United States Air Force; one great-grandson: Nicholas Claus; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

    Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday.  Friends then received at the Trinity United Church of Christ, near Lewisville, Ohio, from 10 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m., Thursday, with the Rev. Karen Binford officiating. Burial will follow in the Middle Church Cemetery near Lewisville, with military funeral services.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Trinity United Church of Christ, 47354 Lewisville Northern Road, Lewisville, Ohio 43754 or to the Middle Church Cemetery Association, c/o Kristal Kahrig, 50381 Lewisville Northern Road, Lewisville, Ohio 43754.

 

Cleveland, Lola E. Cleveland nee Hines

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, June 7, 2007

    Lola E. Cleveland age 74 of Lewisville, Ohio died Wednesday June 6, 2007. She was born in Franklin Township on September 19, 1932, a daughter of the late William T. Hines and Mabel Highman Hines.  She was a Baptist by faith.

    Proceeded in death by her husband Ollie B. Cleveland - 2005.

    She is survived by: 2 sons: Ricky Cleveland - Kountze, Texas Joe Cleveland - Lewisville, Ohio 1 daughter: Shirley Weyrick - Lewisville, Ohio 1 Brother: Leland D. Hines of Cambridge, Ohio 4 sisters: Betty Larrick of Cambridge, Ohio Rosie Robinson of Woodsfield, Ohio Darlene Taylor of Woodsfield, Ohio Mary Lou Lindamood of Miltonsburg, Ohio 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by her family.

    Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Stafford Cemetery, Stafford, Ohio. Bauer Turner Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

 

Cline, Eileen M. Cline nee Ricer

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 27, 2007

Eileen M. Cline age 74 of Graysville, Ohio died Monday November 26, 2007 at her home. She was born in Woodsfield, Ohio Jan. 20, 1933 a daughter of the late James Frank Ricer and Carol D. Briggs Ricer.

She was a homemaker.

Preceded in death by 1 brother and 1 sister.

She is survived by her husband: Eugene H. Cline of Graysville, Ohio, 3 daughters: Toni C. Sponsler and her husband Douglas - Perrysville, Ohio, Connie J. Cline - Graysville, Ohio, Bonnie L. Cline and her future son-in-law Mark Workman - Graysville, Ohio, 1 brother: James R. Ricer - Ashland, Ohio, 2 sisters: Rosemary Ricer - Ashland, Ohio, Dorothy Porter - West Virginia, 6 grandchildren, & 16 great-grandchildren.

Friends will be received from (2-4) & (7-9) p.m. Thursday at

the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio where

services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday November 30, 2007 with Minister

Charles Schultheisz officiating.

 Interment in the Cline family cemetery Graysville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Eugene Cline Family 36531 CR 12, Graysville, Ohio 45734.

 

Cline, Norma Arabelle Cline nee Williams

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, September 4, 2007

Norma Arbelle Cline, 77, of Marietta, passed away Tuesday (Sept. 4, 2007) at Castle Nursing Home in Millersburg, Ohio, where she had been a resident since April.  Norma was born Sept. 11, 1929, in Noble County, Ohio, to Clyde Williams and Florence Ball Williams, both of whom preceded her in death.  Norma graduated from Elk Local Schools at Harriettsville, Ohio, in 1949. She was a member of Pinehurst Christian Church. She enjoyed cooking and being involved with her Homemakers Club. Norma worked for a short period of time as a cook at Bethel Grade School at Marr, Ohio.  On June 4, 1960, she married Harry D. Cline of Graysville who also preceded her in death in 1975.

Norma is survived by two brothers, Gerald Williams of Lower Salem, Ohio, and Mark Williams of Marietta. She is also survived by several sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, great-nephews and great-nieces.

In addition to her parents and husband, Norma was preceded in death by one sister, Marjorie (Marie) Williams Harper; and six brothers, Franklin Williams, James Williams, Dale Williams, Rayfield Williams, Walton Williams and Charles Williams.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. Burial will be in Tunnel Cemetery.  Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday until the hour of the service.

 

Cline, Ricky Gene Cline

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, October 12, 2007

    CLINE, Ricky Gene, 41, of Seattle, Wash., formerly of Duffy, Ohio, died September 28, 2007, at his home.  He was born June 7, 1966 in New Martinsville, W.Va., and is the son of Luther Gene and Linda Kay (Gehring) Cline of Duffy. He was a Protestant by faith. He attended River High School and graduated in 1984. Ricky also received his Associate of Arts degree in Business Management from Ohio University Eastern. He was a flight attendant for Delta Airlines for 17 years, and throughout that time he was given the opportunity to see so many different areas of the world. He loved traveling and meeting new people.

    He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Chester and Lavina (Potts) Gehring of Duffy and Lorraine Elizabeth (Lisk) Cline of New Matamoras; also his great-grandparents, Walter and Elizabeth (Longwell) Potts of Duffy and George and Cora (Clark) Lisk of New Matamoras.

    He is survived by his father and mother; his partner of 18 years, Gary Fern of Seattle; three sisters, Crystal Williams of Hannibal, Ohio, Melissa (Brad) Malone of Coraopolis, Pa., and Amber (Ray) Fox of Sardis, Ohio; two nieces and five nephews, Ashley, Craig and Chad Williams of New Martinsville, and their father, Bill Williams, Jacob and Abigail Malone of Coraopolis and Gage and Gaven Fox of Sardis. He is also survived by his grandfather, Luther John Cline of Roseville, Ohio; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

    Services were held on October 7, 2007 in Seattle, for friends and family.  Family will receive friends on Saturday, October 13, 2007, from 1-2:30 p.m. at Grisell Funeral Home, 37234 Mound Street, Sardis, where funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. with Evangelist David Lively officiating.

    Ricky was a fond believer in giving to different organizations and donating to those in need.  Memorial contributions may be made in Ricky's memory to any local autism or diabetes foundation.

 

Coleman, Lawrence Coleman

Watters Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 6, 2007

    Lawrence Coleman, 93, of 42315 Hunter Hollow Road, Woodsfield, Ohio died at 3:25 p.m. Friday, January 5, 2007 at his home.  He was born at Prater, Virginia on July 19, 1913 a son of the late Ullyses S. and Sara Ellen Cennedy Coleman. He was a retired precision grinder for General Motors, Parma, Ohio; a U.S. Army veteran of W.W.II having received three battle stars and was a member of the Assembly of God in Parma, Ohio. He was also an avid hunter.

    Surviving are his wife, Wilcie Mae Myers Coleman whom he married on August 30, 1968; one sister: Rose Gordon of South Carolina; three brothers: Willie D. Coleman of Roanoke, Virginia, Dayton Coleman and Trinkle Coleman both of Prater/Vansant, Virginia; two step grandchildren; one step great granddaughter; special friends and caregivers: Dick and Helen Ward of Woodsfield, Ohio.

    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Evey Coleman; one step-son, Edgar Keith Thomas; two brothers, David and French Coleman; two sisters, Maggie Webb and May Owens.

    Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, January 8, 2007 where funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2007 with Pastor Jeffrey Cox officiating. Burial will follow in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio. Military services will be conducted at the funeral home.

 

Colvin, Florence Elizabeth Colvin nee Moffett

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated,  January 14, 2007

    Florence Elizabeth Moffett Colvin age 87 of Woodsfield, Ohio died January 14, 2007 at the Woodsfield Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was born in Laings, Ohio November 15, 1919 a daughter of the late Daniel "Danny" Moffett and Dora Howell Kane Moffett. 

   She was a member of the Jackson Ridge Church of Christ.

   Preceded in death by her husband: Mitch Colvin - 1986; 2 sisters: Wilma Moffett, and Bernice Pederson; 1 brother: Harold "Pete" Moffett; 2 half brothers: Delmer & Earl Kane; 1 half sister: Dorothy Kane Wright; 2 stepsons: Dallas & Fred Colvin; 1 step son-in-law: Jim Lattimore: 1 step grandson: Billy Lattimore.

   She is survived by 1 daughter: Joyce (Dave) Landefeld - Woodsfield, Ohio, 2 step daughters: Marlene Lattimore - Oak Harbor, Ohio, Linda (Bob) Schenk - Oak Harbor, Ohio, 1 step son: Jack Colvin - Port Clinton, Ohio, 2 step daughters-in-law: Dorothy Colvin - Lakeside, Ohio, Bernice Colvin – Big Pine, California, 2 grandsons: Davey (Mollie) Landefeld, Darin (Misty) Landefeld, 1 great granddaughter: Madison Landefeld, 1 great grandson: Dustin Landefeld. Several step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, step great-great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

    Friends received from (2-4) & (7-9) p.m. Tuesday at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield, Ohio where services will be held at 1 p.m.

Wednesday January 17, 2007 with Max Winland Officiating. Interment in the Plainview Cemetery near Woodsfield, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Plainview Cemetery c/o Gayla Brown 39649 Plainview Road, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793.

 

Colvin, William Stanley Colvin

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, December 9, 2007

William Stanley Colvin age 76 of Woodsfield, Ohio died December 8, 2007 at the Marietta Memorial Hospital.

He was born April 8, 1931 in Antioch, Ohio a son of Norma Hill Colvin and the late William Jr. Colvin.

Stanley graduated from Antioch High School in 1949.

He served in the US Army and was a veteran of the Korean War.

Stanley married his wife Hazel Marie Davis Colvin December 3, 1954.

He was a talented musician and songwriter and retired from the Ormet Production Mill Hannibal, Ohio. Stanley was a devoted member of  the VFW Post 5303 where he was Quarter Master.

Preceded in death by his father William Jr. Colvin, 3 grandchildren: Jeremy John, Joseph Ray, and Eric Jason Colvin.

In addition to his mother Norma Hill Colvin of Woodsfield, he is survived by his wife: Hazel Marie Davis Colvin of Woodsfield, 3 Children: Terry Colvin and his wife Gena - Loris, South Carolina, Sherry McCracken and her husband Will - Sardis, Ohio, Martha Bishop and her husband Tim - Piedmont, Ohio, 2 brothers: Max Colvin - Brownsville, Ohio, Larry Wayne Colvin - Antioch, Ohio, 1 sister: Mary Jo Crews - Cambridge, Ohio, 7 grandchildren: Mike and Mandy Wohnhas, Michelle Colvin, Daniel Colvin, Decinda Ricer and her husband Randy Jr., Nikkia, Erin and Brianne McCracken. 6 great grandchildren.

He will be sadly missed and always loved.

Friends will be received from 2 - 4 and from 7 until time of service at 8 p.m. Tuesday December 11, 2007 at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield, Ohio. Full Military services will be conducted by the Belmont Veteran Council.

Interment at the convenience of the family.

 

Conrad, Donald W. "Don" Conrad

Grisell Online Obituaries-Sardis, Ohio, dated, February 22, 2007

    Conrad, Donald W. "Don", 77, of Henthorn Addition, Hannibal, Ohio, died Thursday, February 22, 2007 at Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, WV.  He was born June 28, 1929 in Fairmont, WV, the son of the late George and Nellie Meerifield Conrad.  He was a retired welder of Ormet Corporation, a member of the VFW #9930 in Duffy, Ohio, the American Legion #760 in Hannibal, the Clarington Masonic Lodge #597 F. & A.M., a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, and a Methodist by faith.

    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by an infant grandson, Dustin Conrad; a brother, James Conrad; and a stepfather, Harvey Clelland.

    Survivors include his wife, Stella Booher Conrad; a son, Rick (Phyllis) Conrad of Austin, TX; a daughter, Trina (Keith) Collins of Fly, Ohio; a brother, Jerry Conrad of Fairmont, WV; and three grandchildren, Jess Mozena, Chris Conrad and Shannon Conrad.

    Family will receive friends on Saturday from 11am until time of funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Grisell Funeral Home, 37234 Mound Street, Sardis, Ohio with Rev. Jerry Ernst officiating. Interment in Gravel Hill Cemetery, Fly, Ohio.  Sympathy expressions at www.grisellfuneralhomes.com.

 

Cook, Roxie Manning Cook, nee Duckworth

Source:  News-Leader.Com, Springfield, Missouri; Dec 2007

        Roxie Manning Cook, daughter of Augustus M. and Annie Florence Cornett Duckworth, was born November 14, 1917, in Toledo, Missouri. She departed this life Tuesday, December 4, 2007, in St. John's Hospital, Springfield, Missouri, at the age of 90 and 20 days. On September 11, 1936, Roxie was united in marriage to Richard H. Cook and to this union seven children were born.

        She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Richard on January 5, 1968; a daughter, Caroline Cook; four sisters, Bonnie Saunders, Lelia Snelson, Goldie Kolb, and Sylvia Whitaker; two brothers, Oakley Duckworth, and Orvel Lee Duckworth; two sisters-in-law, Laura Potter and Mildred Friend and her husband, Ray Friend; and a brother-in-law, Claudy Cook; as well as her step-father, Audie Roller.

        Roxie is survived by her children, Marie H'Doubler and her husband, Francis, of Springfield, Missouri, Earnestine Russell, of Grove, Oklahoma, Shirley Scroggins, of Sherman, Texas, Kenneth Cook and wife, Eunice, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Linda O'Shea, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Mary McHaffie, and husband, George, of Fordland, Missouri; 22 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; 27 great-great-grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews along with a host of other relatives and friends.

        Roxie was born in Toledo, Missouri, and spent most of her life in the Fordland area. She was a caring and loving mother who worked hard to make a good home for her family. Early in life, Roxie had accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior. She became a member of West Finley Baptist Church in 1952, where she served as an Elder. She was a devoted Christian who loved the Lord and her church, and read her Bible daily. She loved the farm life and enjoyed the outdoors where she raised chickens and other livestock and also kept a large garden, which she worked in almost everyday of her life. In her spare time, she enjoyed doing handwork, making many beautiful quilts and embroidered works. She loved spending time with her grandchildren whom she loved dearly and considered them her most precious gifts. She especially enjoyed teaching them the basics of life and how to survive during the hard times. Roxie was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and aunt and was a caring neighbor and friend. We celebrate her life and accomplishments and will cherish the wonderful memories she has created for her family and many dear friends.

        Services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, December 8, 2007, in the West Finley Baptist Church in Fordland, Missouri, with Reverend Melvin Napier and Reverend Kelly Jones officiating, burial to follow in the West Finley Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Holman-Howe Funeral Home of Seymour. No formal visitation will be held and friends may call at their convenience in the funeral home.

 

Copeland, Bradley Copeland

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, January 9, 2007

Bradley G. Copeland, 72, of Barnesville, Ohio, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2007 at his home. He was born Feb. 16, 1934 in Somerton, Ohio, a son of the late Amos and Laura King Copeland.

Bradley was a Protestant, and retired from the Ormet Corporation, a member of the Barnesville American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and Eagles.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Swallie Copeland; three sisters, Patsy, Virginia and Jessie.

Surviving are a daughter, Louanne Starkey of Akron, Ohio; a son, Stephen (Brenda) Copeland of Wadsworth, Ohio; grandchildren: Adam, Brandi, Matthew, Jeromy, and Kristopher; five great-grandchildren: a sister, Shirley Dalpiaz of Lafferty, Ohio.

Friends will be received Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m., at Kelly-Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 702 East Main St., Barnesville, Ohio, where services will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m.

Burial in Crestview Cemetery, Barnesville, Ohio.

 

Costea, Thomas Costea

Source:  The Altoona [Pennsylvania] Mirror; 6 Mar 2007

April 1, 1925 - Feb. 28, 2007

        Thomas Costea, 81, Altoona, died Wednesday at Altoona Regional Health System, Bon Secours Hospital Campus.  He was born in Farrell, Pa., son of the late Timothy and Mary (Muresan) Costea.

       He married Helen L. Morris March 5, 1949, at Romanian Eastern Orthodox Church, Chicago.  She passed away Jan. 27, 2004.

       Surviving are his son, Thomas C. Costea and wife, Inhwa, of Altoona; daughter, Cynthia J. Marinos and husband, Pete, of Akron, Ohio; and grandchildren:  Timothy Costea, Andrew Costea, Paul Thomas Marinos and Christian Peter Marinos.  He was preceded in death by a daughter, Constance L. Costea, Oct. 31, 1985.

        Tom was a member of Broad First Presbyterian Church.

        He retired as a train dispatcher from the Penn Central Railroad in 1986 after 37 years of service.

        Tom was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, serving as a staff sergeant as a flight engineer on B-24s.

        He enjoyed hunting, fishing, target shooting and model trains.

        Tom was a member of the International B-24 Liberator Club, EAA Ultralight Chapter 64 and life member of the Riggles Gap Sportsmen's Club and NRA.

        Private services were held at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements are by E. Merrill Smith Funeral Home Inc., 2309 Broad Ave., Altoona.

 

Cox, Cheryl Kay Cox, nee Ward

Source:  Jewell-Rittman Funeral Home, Columbus, Indiana; January, 2008

May 17, 1968 - December 31, 2007

        Cheryl Kay Cox, 39, of Carrie Lane, died at 2 a.m. Monday, Dec. 31, 2007 in Columbus.

        Survivors include her husband, Donald Ray Cox; her mother, Mary Green of Medora; sons, Aaron Cox and Donald Cox Jr., both of Columbus, and Anthony Ward of Medora; daughters, Destynie Cox of Columbus and Jessica Green of Medora; sisters, Carla Ward and Tanya Caudill of Medora; brothers, Ronald (Karen) Ward of Franklin and Daryl Ward of Medora.

        She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur Ward.

 

Cramer, Ronald G. Cramer

Source:  The Canton [Ohio] Repository - Friday, March 16, 2007

        Ronald G. Cramer, age 96, of North Canton, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2007, surrounded by his loving family in Windsor Medical Center following a brief illness. He was born in Canton, OH, on August 5, 1910, to the late Walter B. and Goldie E. (Schuster) Cramer. Ron was a graduate of Canton McKinley High School, class of 1928.  He was employed in the sheet metal departments of Goodyear Aircraft and the Hoover Company during World War II. In 1946, Ron founded Cramers' Inc., a sheet metal fabrication shop, which, after 62 years became the leader in the Stark Co. area. He was a faithful member of the First Christian Church. Ron was a proud member of Lathrop Masonic Lodge #676, F & AM; Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, 32nd degree, Valley of Canton; North Canton Elks Lodge #2029, and the Eagles Lodge, Aeries #2370.

        Ron was preceded in death by his first wife, Evelyn Cramer (1986), to whom he was married for 52 years, two brothers, Vern and Russell Cramer. Survivors include his wife of 19 years, Veronica Cramer, of the home; a daughter and her husband, Penny and Don Dilling, and their two children, Scott (Marcia) Dilling and Amy Moore; his two sons and their wives, Lee and Janet Cramer, Larry and Arlis Cramer, and their two daughters, Lori (Andy) Aliberti, and Dana LeBoeuf. There are five great grandchildren, a step daughter and her husband, Sandra and Gary Zellich, and four step grandchildren also surviving.

        Funeral services will be conducted on Monday at 11 a.m. in the Reed Funeral Home-North Canton Chapel (801 Pittsburg Ave. NW, N. Canton, OH 44720) with Manley Pierce, minister, officiating. Burial will be in North Lawn Cemetery. Calling hours will be on Sunday evening from 6-8 p.m. and one hour prior to the service on Monday from 10-11 a.m. in the funeral home.

        Those wishing to send their condolences or share a fond memory may sign in the Reed On-Line guestbook at our website.

(Reed, 330-477-6721)

 

Crawford, Nancy C. Crawford nee Gates

Grisell Online Obituaries, Sardis, Ohio, dated, April 23, 2007

Crawford, Nancy C., 68, of Fifth Avenue, Sardis, Ohio, died Sunday, April 22, 2007 at home.  She was born May 5, 1938 in Clarington, Ohio, the daughter of the late William and Mae Bonar Gates.  She was a former employee and cook at the New Martinsville Health Care Center, and a Methodist by faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Donna Jean Mays, and a brother, Duane "Andy" Gates.

Survivors include her husband, Keith Crawford; two sons, Keith (Gale) Crawford, Jr. of Cabella, NM; Michael Crawford of Norfolk, VA; a daughter, Tisha (Jamie) Potts of Sardis; a sister, Joyce Courtney of San Diego, CA; four grandchildren, Preston Crawford, Jeremy (Jessica) Crawford, Jessica Crawford, and Nadia Potts; a great granddaughter, Brooklyn Crawford, and several nieces and nephews.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 11am to 12:30 p.m. at Grisell Funeral Home, 37234 Mound Street, Sardis, Ohio. Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. Interment in Clarington Cemetery.  Memorial donations may be made to Marietta Home Nursing and Hospice, 210 N. 7th Street, Suite 300, Marietta, OH 45750.

 

Crawford, Sandra J. Crawford nee Nolge

Monroe County Beacon, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, January 18, 2007

Sandra J. Crawford, 67, New Martinsville, W.Va., died Jan. 14, 2007, in Washington, Pa. She was born Oct. 16, 1939, in Glensdale, W.Va., a daughter of the late John Wilson Landers and Lottie Marie Nollge.She was a homemaker and a Protestant.

Friends were received Jan. 16 at Iams Funeral Home, new Martinsville, with services Jan. 17, at 11 a.m. Burial in Northern Cemetery.

 

Cripe, Lillian Suzie Cripe, nee Benefiel

Source:  The Flinn & Maguire Funeral Home, Franklin, Indiana; 30 Jul 2007

April 01, 1947 - July 28, 2007

        Lillian "Suzie" Cripe, age 60 passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2007 at her residence in Nineveh.

        She was born on April 1, 1947 in Greensburg, Indiana to Russel and Mary (White) Benefiel. She married Michael Cripe on June 9, 1984. He survives.

        Other survivors include her parents Russel and Mary Benefiel of Greensburg; sons Thomas Rowley of Greenwood and Richard Rowley of Indianapolis; daughter Angelia DeVreese of Nappanee; brothers Bob Benefiel of Greensburg; Bill Benefiel of Greensburg and Gregg Benefiel of Berne; sisters Patti Nugent of Columbus and Barb Benefiel of Rushville and seven grandchildren.

        She was preceded in passing by son John Rowley.

        Suzie was a bookkeeper with the Johnson County Treasurer's Office in Franklin.

        Rev. Jeff Johnson will conduct a service on Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at 7:00 p.m. at Flinn and Maguire Funeral Home in Franklin. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to time of service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

 

Crisp, Raymond L. Crisp

Source: The Shelbyville [Indiana] News; Thursday, 20 Dec 2007        

December 23, 1922  -  December 19, 2007

        Raymond L. Crisp, 84, of Shelbyville passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2007, at Heritage House Convalescent Center.

        Born December 23, 1922, in Waldron, he was the son of W.C. and Opal (Pope) Crisp. He married Lillian O. McClain on December 4, 1948, and she survives.

        Other survivors include his daughter, Cheryl L. Crisp of Shelbyville; son, David B. (wife, Beth) Crisp of Greenville, S.C.; and granddaughters, Ashley Crisp, Amy Crisp and Rameisha Crisp.

        He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Clarence Crisp; sister, Elsie Roberts; and granddaughter, Stacie Crisp.

        Mr. Crisp had been employed with the U.S. Postal Service as a mail carrier for the Shelbyville Post Office, retiring in 1984.

        He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in World War II and the Korean Conflict.

        Mr. Crisp had attended Waldron and Shelbyville high schools.

        He attended Mount Pisgah Baptist Church.

        Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at Freeman Family Funeral Homes, Carmony-Ewing Harrison Street Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St.

        Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Steve Ray officiating.

        Interment will be in Mount Pisgah Cemetery in Shelby County.

        Memorial contributions may be made to the Child Development Center at Riley Hospital for Children, 702 Barnhill Drive, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202; or Alzheimer's Association Central Indiana Chapter, 9135 N. Meridian St., Suite B4, Indianapolis, IN 46260.

 

Cronin, Janet L. Cronin, nee Williams

Source:  The Steubenville [Ohio] Herald-Star; 12 Dec 2007

        CRONIN, Janet Louise, 69, of Tope Road, New Cumberland, W.Va., passed away Sunday, December 9, 2007, at her residence.

        She was born January 19, 1938, in Wood County, W.Va., a daughter of Kathleen Mercer of St. Mary's, W.Va.

        Janet was a homemaker; and a Protestant by faith.

        She was preceded in death by her husband, Arlie Blaine Cronin.

        Surviving in addition to her mother, are one son, Thomas Blaine Cronin of St. Mary's; two daughters, Sheri (John) Lalley of Warren, Mich., and Carolyn "Susie" (David) Howell of Martinsburg, W.Va.; three sisters, Margaret Ann "Peggy" (Carlton) Steele of Waverly, W.Va., Marion "Kay" (Don) Broughman of Sistersville, W.Va., and Joyce (Charlie) Jones of Marietta, Ohio; and six grandchildren, Amanda Cronin of Wheeling, W.Va., Amber Miller and Arlea Lalley, both of Warren, Mich., Bryan Howell, Ashley Howell and Brandon Howell, all of Martinsburg, W.Va.

        There will be no visitation.

        Graveside service will be held at the Cronin Cemetery, St. Mary's, on Thursday, December 13, 2007, at 2 p.m. with the Rev. Arthur Cox officiating.

        Turley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

 

Cronin, Mary Ellen Cronin

Source:  The Youngstown [Ohio] Vindicator; 8 May 2007

Mary   Ellen   Cronin,   70

        BOARDMAN -- Mary Ellen Cronin, 70, of 64 Stanton Ave., died Sunday afternoon at her residence.

        Mary Ellen was born Jan. 13, 1937 in East Liverpool, a daughter of Donald K. and Garland R. Hoy Cronin.  She moved to the Boardman area as a teenager.

        She was a 1954 graduate of Wilson High School and attended the Youngstown College.

        Mary Ellen was a member of St. James Episcopal Church in Boardman, a former member of the American Business Women's Association, and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra.  She was a self-employed hairdresser, was the activity coordinator at Ron-Joy Nursing Home, where she also was the hairdresser, was the customer viewpoint coordinator for Donnell Ford and was a writer for the Senior News.

        Mary Ellen is survived by a daughter, Becky Sharp of Austintown; a son, Sean Patrick Dougherty of Boardman; a grandchild Casey Sharp; a brother, Donald C. Cronin of North Carolina; and five nephews, Bob, Dave, Rick, Steve and Kevin.

        Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Jane Marie Hamill.

        Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Cunningham-Becker Funeral Home, Poland, Chapel, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday with the Rev. Linda Hilliard officiating.

        Interment will follow in Poland Riverside Cemetery.

        Please visit www.beckeroits.com to send condolences.

 

Crooks, Patricia Gay Crooks nee Huggins

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, July 10, 2007

CROOKS, Patricia Gay, 68, of Alledonia, Ohio, died Sunday, July 8, 2007, inBelmont Community Hospital, Bellaire.

She was born in Moundsville, W.Va., on November 28, 1938, a daughter of the late Orville and Mildred Myers Huggins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Crooks; her sons, Larry Allen Crooks and Paul W. Crooks, Jr.; and sisters, Hilda Young and Janice Fox.

She is survived by her children, Terry Crooks of Woodsfield, Ohio, Luther Ray Crooks of Alledonia, Debra Lynn Cole and Tammy Sue Callahan both of Mt. Vernon, Ill.; brothers, John and Ralph Huggins both of Moundsville; sisters, Linda Pyles of Moundsville, and Judy Morris of Florida; and several grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, Ohio, onWednesday from 4-8 p.m., with funeral services held at 8 p.m., with Pastor Darla Schnegg officiating.

Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Belmont Ridge Cemetery, Beallsville, Ohio.

 

Crossman, David H. Crossman, Jr.

Source:  The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch - Saturday, April 21, 2007

CROSSMAN

        David H. Crossman, Jr., age 40, passed away at home on Tuesday, April 17, 2007. Preceded in death by his dad David H. Crossman, Sr. Survived by his mom, Rebecca Crossman; daughter, Mahaley and her mother, Diana; sister, Tonya (Dwaine) Withem; grandparents, Marjorie and Harold Crossman; nieces, Crystal, Amanda and Emily Withem; second mom, Penny Rickley; loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

        Funeral Service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2007, at SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 E. Johnstown Rd., Gahanna, where friends will be received from 12Noon to the time of service. Private family interment. Memorials may be made to the funeral home or to National City Bank, 107 West Cherry Street, Sunbury, OH 43074 to assist with funeral expenses.

 

Cullen, Martha “Mart” Cullen nee Edmonds

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, December 3, 2007

Martha "Mart" Edmonds Cullen, 81, of Marietta, died at her home, at 10 a.m. Saturday (Dec. 1, 2007).

She was born March 6, 1926, in Marietta to Kenneth and Edna Backes Edmonds.

She was a graduate of Marietta High School and also attended Bliss College of Business in Columbus. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and a longtime member of the Marietta Country Club. She enjoyed golf and playing cards with her friends.

Martha is survived by two sons, Kenneth Cullen (Nguyet) of Marietta and David Cullen of Houston, Texas; a grandson, Chad Cullen of Marietta; a sister, Jeanne Kenney (Chuck) of Lebanon, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold M. "Butch" Cullen on June 16, 1998; they were married on July 22, 1946. She was also preceded by a daughter, Mary Jo Feeney in 1978; and a sister, Jerrie Pape.

Funeral liturgy with Mass will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary Catholic Church, with the Rev. Monsignor John Michael Campbell as celebrant.

Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Marietta Chapel of Cawley & Peoples Funeral Home.

There will be a vigil service at 3 p.m. Wednesday.

Donations may be made to Home Nursing & Hospice, 210 N. Seventh St., or Strecker Cancer Center, 401 Matthew St., Marietta, Ohio 45750.

The family wishes to thank the caregivers who were such a valuable help during Martha's illness, Donna Ritchie, Lois Hasley, Judy Nichols, Trish LaBarre, Lois Casto and Deborah Eddy.

Cawley& Peoples Funeral Homes offers online condolences by visiting their Web site, listed below.

 

Cunningham, Michael Lee Cunningham

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, Marietta, Ohio, dated, April 3, 2007

NEW MATAMORAS - Michael Lee Cunningham Sr., 63, of Evans Street, New Matamoras, died at 12:15 a.m. Sunday (April 1, 2007).

He was born June 15, 1943, in New Matamoras, a son of Claude Vincent Cunningham Sr. and Zelda C. Moore Cunningham. He was owner of M&J Amusements. He graduated from Matamoras High School in 1961, and was a veteran.  On May 11, 1964, he married Judy Smith, who survives. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his mother, Zelda C. Cunningham of New Matamoras; one son, Michael Lee Cunningham Jr. of North Royalton, Ohio; three daughters, Michelle Howell of North Royalton, Ohio, Helen Cunningham of New Matamoras, and Claudene Berentz of New Matamoras; nine grandchildren; and one brother, Vincent Cunningham of New Matamoras.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at Hadley Funeral Home, New Matamoras Chapel, with Pastor George Hoskins officiating. Burial will be in Matamoras Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Hadley Funeral Home.

 

Curfman, Betty Lee Curfman, nee Umensetter

Source:  The Parkersburg [West Virginia] News, The/Sentinel; 27 Nov 2007

        Betty Lee Umensetter Curfman departed this life in the arms of her family at Arcadia Rehab Center Nov. 25, 2007.

        She was born Feb. 24, 1925, in Parkersburg, to Dudley and Evelyn Umensetter. She attended local schools and graduated from Parkersburg High School class of 1943. She joined the Armed Services during World War II and was stationed in New York City with the Navy as a WAVE.

        She married John Aldridge in October 1946. They had Jinna Lee and Dana John. During her lifetime, she was employed at Kaiser Aluminum, Fenton Glass and retired from Veterans Memorial Hospital in Pomeroy. After retirement, she devoted her time for five years as a teacher with the S.T.A.R.S. program. "Miss Betty" helped many students at Pomeroy Elementary learn to enjoy reading.

        She was preceded in death by her mother and father; brothers, David and Jack; and her second husband, Charles Curfman.

        She leaves behind to mourn her daughter, Jinna Arnott (Randy Smith); a son, Dana (Patty) Aldridge of Reedsville; stepsons, Norman, Tim and Dwayne (Dink) Curfman; grandchildren, Kevin Clay (Rachel) Arnott, Erica Ryann Leigh (Mike) Giblin, all of Columbus, Rebecca J. Weaver of Syracuse, Miss Tara Arnott-Smith of Syracuse and Erron Aldridge; stepgrandchildren, Anita (Tom) Morrissey of Chester and Janet Calaway of Lafayette, La.; great-grandchildren, Dalton J. Jenkins, Iesha Jenna Penick of Syracuse and Milo, Finley and Georgia Arnott of Columbus; and two special friends, Phil Bearhs and Ginger Reed. She also leaves behind her two "fur children," Teddie and Scout.

        Betty was a charming and energetic person and fought her battle with cancer with courage. Her 81st birthday was celebrated on the Island of St. Martin with more than 85 attending the "Queen for a Day." In her purple tiara, after losing her hair, she was the inspiration for a series of paintings titled, "Angel Of Love" by Marie Therese Ancellin. They are featured in a gallery in Manhattan.

        Services have been entrusted to White-Schwarzel Funeral Home in Coolville, Ohio, at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007, with the Rev. George Horner officiating. Burial will be in the Kanawha Baptist Cemetery in Walker, W.Va. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

 

Custer, Robert Custer

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, January 10, 2007

Robert A. "Bob" Custer, 80, of Wheeling, W. Va., an honorable, good and loving man, passed away Monday, Jan. 8, 2007 at the Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling.  He was born March 27, 1926 in Wheeling, the son of the late Walter F. and Mary V. Hoyt Custer.

Bob was a lifetime member and Elder Emeritus of First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, in Wheeling.

After graduation from Wheeling High School Class of 1944, he served with the U.S. Army of Occupation in Japan.

During his lifetime, he was employed by Wheeling Transfer Co., ITT

Continental Baking Co., Fire Extinguisher Co., and Riesbecks in Elm Grove.

He was a member of OVMC OPALS Keenagers, Ohio Lodge #1 AF & AM, and Teamsters Local 697.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Grace Nething.

Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Esther Richard Custer; a daughter, Linda King, her husband, Roger of Moundsville; a son, Robert R. "Bob" Custer, his wife, Kim, of Wheeling, W. Va.; three dearly loved grandchildren, Courtney L. King Kennedy, her husband, Shadd, of Cross Lanes, W. Va., Chris King of Moundsville, and Robert A "Bobby" Custer of Wheeling; one step-great-grandson, Christian Kennedy, and a brother, William F. Custer, his wife, Joan Ann of Wheeling; four nieces and four nephews.

Friends will be received at Kepner Funeral Home, 36th and Jacob St., South Wheeling, on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007 from 2 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.

Burial services will be held at the convenience of the family in Emma Grove

Cemetery, Hannibal, Ohio.

A Memorial service will be held at the First Christian Church, National Road, Wheeling, on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2007 at noon, with the Reverend Maggie Sebastian officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to the First Christian Church, Sanctuary Window Fund, 1343 National Road, Wheeling, WV., 26003.

 

Daniels, Madison Jo Daniels

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 8, 2007

    Madison Jo Daniels, stillborn daughter of Jennifer Moats and JoeDon Daniels who survive of Stafford, Ohio died Saturday, July 7, 2007 at the Marietta Memorial Hospital, Marietta, Ohio.

    In addition to her parents, she is survived by two brothers, David Daniels and JoeDon Daniels, Jr. both of the home; maternal grandparents: Pam Jones of Beallsville, Ohio and Donald Moats of Jerusalem, Ohio; paternal grandparents: Lanny and Gail Daniels of Stafford, Ohio; great grandparents: K. Sue Marshall of Woodsfield, Ohio, Leanna Riemenschneider of Woodsfield, Ohio and Mark W. Daniels of Lower Salem, Ohio.

    Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 12, 2007 at the Stafford Cemetery, Stafford, Ohio with Rev. Gary Fitzgerald officiating.

    Arrangements by Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West,Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Danner, Donna Mae Danner, nee Hellyer

Source:  The Beatrice [Nebraska] Daily Sun - Friday, October 5, 2007

Donna   Mae   Danner,   75

        Donna Mae Danner, 75, Fairbury, died Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2007, at the Heritage Care Center, Fairbury. Born Dec. 24, 1931, at Fairbury.

        Survivors: husband, Lyle Danner of Fairbury; son, Alan Danner of Fairbury; daughter, Thereasa [sic?--Theresa*] Do of Lincoln; five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; brother, Gary Nance of El Paso, Texas; sisters, Lucille Rolan [sic--Roland], Shirley Spanjer, both of Fairbury, Sheila Overton of Des Moines, Iowa. Preceded in death by parents, Guy and Anna Nance Hellyer; brother, Floyd.**

        Funeral: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 8, Gerdes-Meyer Funeral Home, 2414 H St., Fairbury. Burial: Fairbury Cemetery. Memorials to the family's choice.

Submitter's Notes: 

        * Her name was spelled "Theresa" in the Fairbury High School yearbooks.

        ** This is half brother Floyd Dean Nance who died in 2002.

 

Danver, Thelma J. Danver nee Henthorn

Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated, February 21, 2007

    BEAVERTOWN - Thelma J. Danver, 77, of Beavertown, died at 1 a.m. Tuesday (Feb. 20, 2007) at Marietta Memorial Hospital.  She was born Jan. 21, 1930, in Hannibal, Monroe County, Ohio, a daughter of Erman and Georgiana Baker Henthorn. Thelma was a Methodist by faith. She was a member of the Women's Auxiliary of VFW Post 5108, Marietta.

    She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Richard S. Danver Sr. of Beavertown; two sons, Richard S. Danver Jr. (Sharon) of Parkersburg and William "Bill" Danver of Beavertown; two daughters, Barbara R. McFeely (Jim) of New Matamoras and Lorrie L. Danver of Columbus; five grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Wilson (Frank) of Newport and Wilma Ludolph (Carl) of Woodsfield; and one brother, Gerald Henthorn (Lavon) of Wadsworth.

    She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Charles E. Danver; sister, Dorothy L. Cochran; and two brothers, Maurice "Mike" and Melvin "Sonny" Henthorn.

    Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at Hadley Funeral Home, New Matamoras. Burial will be in Matamoras Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

 

Darrah, Lenzy R. Darrah Jr.

Grisell Online Obituaries, Clarington, Ohio, dated, March 5, 2007

Darrah, Lenzy R., Jr., 85, of Boltz Hill Rd., Clarington, Ohio, died Saturday, March 3, 2007, at home.  He was born July 6, 1921 in Powhatan Point, OH, the son of the late Lenzy and Cora Saner Darrah.  He was a retired maintenance supervisor with North American Coal #1, a 55 yr. member of the Clarington Masonic Lodge #597 F. & A.M., a U.S. Army Air Force veteran of World War II, and a member of the St. John's United Church of Christ.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Diane Darrah; and two brothers, Ralph and W.C. Darrah.

Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Eula Isaly Darrah; two sons, Roger (Susan) Darrah of Van Wert, OH and Glenn (Kathie) Darrah of Woodsfield, OH; two grandchildren, Ryan (Rebecca) Darrah of Carmel, IN and Teresa Darrah of Easton, MD; a sister-in-law, Ila Darrah of Powhatan Point.

Family will receive friends on Monday from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at the Grisell Funeral Home, 125 Clarinda Dr., Clarington, Ohio and on Tuesday from 12-1pm at St. John's United Church of Christ where funeral services will be held at 1pm with the Rev. Richard Wilson and Pastor Carla Jean Wobschall officiating. Interment in St. Johns UCC Cemetery, Powhatan Point, OH. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's UCC, Powhatan Point, OH 43942.

 

Daugherty, James L. Daugherty

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 7, 2007

James L. Daugherty, 74, of 42546 Sandbar Road, Lewisville, Ohio died Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at the Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.

He was born at Briceville, Tennessee on March 19, 1933 a son of the late Charles and Naomi Brown Daugherty.  He was a retired employee for General Motors in Parma, Ohio; was a Baptist by faith and was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge #7081 F. & A.M., Cleveland, Ohio; a member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Cleveland, Ohio and a member of the Shriners in Cleveland, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one daughter, Sheila Smith; two great grandchildren, Cody Stone and Colie Daugherty and a daughter-in-law, Gail Daugherty.

Surviving are his wife, Roberta "Bertie" Finley Daugherty whom he married on September 7, 1955; three sons: Danny Joe (Louann) Daugherty of Woodsfield, Ohio, James L. Daugherty, Jr. and friend Ronda Milks of Elyria, Ohio and Bruce (Rose) Daugherty of Stafford, Ohio; two sisters: Mary Lou Harness of Berea, Ohio and Carol Montgomery of Cleveland, Ohio; one brother: Mike Daugherty of Andover, Ohio; 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews including Diane Stiltner of Wayne, West Virginia; and special friends, Wendall and Betty Wallace of Lewisville, Ohio.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday, November 9, 2007 where funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 10, 2007 with Rev. Gary Fitzgerald and Rev. Tom Scott officiating. Burial will follow in the Stafford Cemetery, Stafford, Ohio with full military graveside services.

Masonic services will be held at 8:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

 

Davidson, Ruth Helen Davidson nee Coen

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, March 9, 2007

    Ruth Helen (Coen) Davidson, 75, of Somerton, died Tuesday, March 6, 2007 at Wheeling Hospital. Born, Feb. 24, 1932, on the family farm in Warnock, daughter of the late James and Myrtle (Strahl) Coen.  She worked at IGAM in Woodsfield in her earlier years, and was a member of Somerton Methodist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.

    She was preceded in death by six brothers, Raymond, Woodrow, Lawrence, Robert (Bob), John, and Kenneth; one sister, Ester Jeffers and son-in-law, Joe Starr.

    Surviving are her husband, Donald G. Davidson Sr.; two daughters, Sue Starr of Somerton and Melinda (Brian) Lyden of Somerton; son, Donald Jr. (Dianna) of Westport, Ma.; brother, Ralph (Shirley) Coen of Brilliant; six grandchildren: Jesse (Amity) Starr, Christa Jo Starr, Matthew Lyden, Brittany Lyden (Justin Wells), Christian (Anne Marie) Domingues and Jocelyn Domingues and three great-grand- children: Conner Joe Starr, Tristin and Kyleigh Domingues.

    Visitation, Thursday, 7 to 9 p.m., and Friday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., with services at 1 p.m., Saturday, at Campbell- Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home 319 N. Chestnut St., Barnesville, Ohio. Burial in Warnock Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Somerton Methodist Church.

 

Davis, Lawrence “Duke” Davis

Source:  Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, October 11, 2007

Lawrence "Duke" Davis 55, of Woodsfield died Wednesday October 10, 2007 at Ohio Valley Medical Center Wheeling, WV. He was born January 9, 1952.

Duke was the son of the late Robert & Vivian Davis. Duke is survived by three sisters Carolyn Alleman - Woodsfield, Janet (Gary) Holland of Woodsfield, and Janice (Richard) Edington of Graysville. Two brothers Robert "Bobby" Davis of Woodsfield and Rodney (Karen) Davis of Pinehurst, North Carolina. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

 In addition to his parents, Duke was preceded in death by a brother, Corwin Lee Davis, an aunt Mary (Auntie) Wallace who made her home with the family and a sister Donna Davis.

Friends will be received Saturday 5-9 p.m. at the Bauer Turner

Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio where services will be held

Sunday October 14, 2007 1:00 p.m. with Brent Roth officiating. Interment in

the Moffet Cemetery Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Davis, Romaine Davis

Source:  Pray Funeral Home; 17 Dec 2007

        Romaine “Abe” L. Davis, 75, of Charlotte, MI died Saturday, December 15, 2007. Mr. Davis was born March 5, 1932 in Ithaca, MI the son of Lionel and Burneta (Schaub) Davis. Mr. Davis and Mrs. Kim Davis, his wife, operated a trucking business and Lake Pump Tavern in Lake Odessa as a husband& wife team. He was an avid motorcycle rider who rode Harley Davidson’s before buying his “Big Honda”. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kim; son, Kim (Peggy) Davis of Eaton Rapids; daughter Roxanne (John) Ripley of Kalamo; son, Kris Davis of Charlotte; 7 grandchildren, Ryan Stubblefield, Russell Cox, Tyler and Corey Davis, Rachael, Kyle and Jessica Davis; 3 great grandchildren, Zakary and Breanne Stubblefield and Preston Gillman; mother-in-law, Shirley Casler; in-laws, Dan Casler, Lisa and Bill Green, Doug and Betty Miller, Clifton and Debbie Casler and Rick Monroe; He was loved and will be sadly missed by his nieces and nephews; Ashley Casler, Jonathan, Michaela, Walker, Nathan Miller, Joseph and Andrea Monroe, Lori Ann, Alex Green, Justin, Jacob, Joshua, Jami and Jenni Casler. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jacqueline Steward; step-father, Curly McClure, father-in-law, Clifton (Neil) Casler and sister-in-law, Lori Monroe.

        Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday December 19, 2007 at Pray Funeral Home, with Charles Jensen officiating Interment will be at Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte, MI. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 18, 2007 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.

 

Davis, Virgil Lee Davis

Bauer and Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, May 28, 2007

Virgil (Lee) Davis age 57 of Cameron, Ohio went to be with the Lord Sunday May 27, 2007 at his home. He was born July 7, 1949 at East Liverpool, Ohio a son of the late Virgil L. Davis and Goldie Mildred Cain Baker.  He was an employee of Cabalas of Wheeling, West Virginia. He was an avid Hunter, Fisherman and Outdoorsman.

Preceded in death by 1 sister-in-law: Kay Davis and 1 brother-in-law: Ron Cajka.

He is survived by his wife: Bobbie Pool Davis - Cameron, Ohio, 2 sons: James Alfred Davis - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Virgil Lee Davis Jr. - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 1 step-daughter: Paula (Dale) Burgy - Benwood, West Virginia, 2 step-sons: James (Stacey) Haslam - North Carolina, Robert (Bill) Haslam – Grand Junction, Colorado, 2 brothers: James Davis - Cameron, Ohio, Richard Davis - Moundsville, West Virginia, 5 sisters: Virgie Cajka - Woodsfield, Ohio, Martha (Marion) Gates - Woodsfield, Ohio, Ruth Sutton - Woodsfield, Ohio, Connie Harriman - Caldwell, Ohio, Lucy Spiva - East Liverpool, Ohio, Several

Nieces and Nephews.

Friends received from (2-4) & (7-9) p.m. Friday at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday June 2, 2007. Interment in the Mount Vernon Cemetery Clarington, Ohio.

 

Davy, Joel Christine Davy, nee Reeher

Source:  The North County Times (Escondido, California) - Sunday, July 29, 2007

Joel Davy, 55

        CARLSBAD -- Joel Christine Reeher Davy, 55, died Saturday, July 21, 2007, at home in Carlsbad after a valiant battle with lung cancer.

        Born May 14, 1952, in Washington, D.C., to Elizabeth (DeNoon) and David Reeher, she grew up in Baltimore, Md., and Springfield, Va. She graduated from what is now North Texas State University in Denton, Texas. She was commissioned as an officer in the United States Air Force in 1977. Moving from active duty after five years, she later served with the Air National Guard in Missouri, New York, Illinois and finally, the 163rd Air Refueling Wing at March ARB Riverside California. She retired in 2002 as a Lieutenant Colonel with 23 years of service. She and her family lived in Carlsbad for 11 years.

        She was a deacon in her church, a member of the hand bell choir there, and an active congregant. She was an avid greeting card maker and bead jewelry crafter. She enjoyed cooking and homemaking and giving to others.

        Mrs. Davy is survived by her husband of 26 years, Kent R. Davy, of Carlsbad; her son Jesse R. Davy of Carlsbad; stepdaughter and son-in-law Amy Jo and David Krogman and grandchildren Tanner, Rilie, Averi and Ashton of Firth, Neb.; her father David H. Reeher of Springfield, Va.; brother Grant Reeher of Syracuse, N.Y.; and father- and mother-in-law Wayne and Shirley Davy of Columbus, Neb.

        A celebration of her life is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, August 3, at Christ Presbyterian Church, 7807 Centella Street, in Carlsbad. Pastor Doug Kelly will be officiating. An inurnment ceremony with full military honors is planned at 3 p.m. Friday, August 3, at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. Pastor Doug Kelly will be officiating.

        The family suggests memorial donations to the Bonnie J. Addario Lung Cancer Foundation, c/o White Space, Inc., 601 4th Street, Suite 215, San Francisco, CA 94107 or to Christ Presbyterian Church, 7807 Centella Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009.

        Greenwood Mortuary is handling arrangements.

 

Dawson, Robert M. Dawson

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, October 18, 2007

DAWSON, Robert M., 76, of Shadyside, Ohio, died Wednesday, October 17, 2007, at his home.  He was born October 28, 1930, in Dilles Bottom, Ohio, a son of the late Louis and Margaret Tomich Dawson.  Robert was a retired employee of the former Blaw Knox Foundry and North American Coal Company; was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church; American Legion Post No. 521, Shadyside; and was a US Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by two brothers, Paul and George; and five sisters, Mary Cacich, Ann Delveccio, Zora Kusko,Katherine LoCoca and infant Theresa.

Surviving are his wife, Billie Ann Jones Dawson; a son, Robert Michael Dawson and his wife, Kristi, of Homassa, Fla.; two sisters, Martha Mackinaw of Dilles Bottom and Alma Miller of Cincinnati; one brother, Joseph Dawson and his wife, Fran, of Shadyside; four grandchildren, Janelle, Ashley, and Michelle Dawson and Jordon Mersky; and a great-grandchild, Rileigh Dawson.

Friends will be received on Friday, October 19, 2007, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., at the Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes and Crematory, 3900 Central Ave., Shadyside.  Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary Catholic Church, on Saturday, October 20, 2007, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Father Samuel R. Saprano as celebrant.  Burial will follow in Powhatan Cemetery.  A Vigil service will be conducted on Friday at 2:30 p.m. in the funeral home.  American Legion services will be held on Friday at 7 p.m.  Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, 132 Peters Run Road, Wheeling, WV 26003.

 

DeBurn, Frances DeBurn, nee Lowe

Source:  ottumwa.com; February 2007

Frances DeBurn, 78, Ottumwa

        OTTUMWA -- Frances M. DeBurn, 78, of 3601 Foxborough Terrace, NE died at her home Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2007, after a courageous battle with lymphoma.

        Services will be 11 a.m., today at First Assembly of God Church by the Rev's. Don McGarvey and Rick Gail. Burial will be in Cedar Memorial Cemetery.

        Friends may visit today after 10 a.m., at the church.  

        Frances is survived by two daughters, Gayle (Bill) Chew and Sandy (Ken) Cummings both of Cedar Rapids; a son, Robert of Cedar Rapids; her mother, Helen Reed of Ottumwa; eight grandchildren, Chris Chew, Nathan, Natasha, and Ian DeBurn, and Thaddaeus, Courtney, Caleb, and Ethan Cummings; and four great-grandchildren, Tyler and Fiona DeBurn, and Aliah and Cayden Chew.

        Her husband, Harold; father, Gail Lowe; and stepfather, Kenny Reed preceded her in death.

        Frances was born Aug. 19, 1928 in Ottumwa, the daughter of Gail and Helen Hollingsworth Lowe and graduated from Ottumwa High School. She was married to Harold C. DeBurn on June 16, 1946 in Ottumwa. He died in 1985.

She owned and operated the Bohemian Mutual Insurance Company for several years before her retirement in 1990. She was a member of First Assembly of God Church.

        Frances loved her family and church. She enjoyed singing, especially in the Passion play at First Assembly of God Church. She loved attending her grandchildren's music, sports, and other activities.

        Memorials may be directed to the family.

        Teahen Funeral Home, Cedar Rapids is in charge of arrangements.

 

Decker, David Alan Decker

Hadley Obituaries, New Matamoras, Ohio, dated, December 28, 2007

David Alan Decker 58, of County Road #9 New Matamoras, OH, died Thursday December 27, 2007, at Ohio Valley Medical Center Wheeling, WV. He was born in Wheeling, WV, on January 2, 1949, to the late William A. and Laverne Neiborgal Decker.

He was employed as a caseworker for Wheeling Childrens Services.

He is survived by three daughters April Deleon of Victoria, TX, Brooke Decker of Andover, VT, Carly Decker of Lowell, OH, two sons David A. and William Decker both of New Matamoras, OH. There are two grandchildren and one sister Michele Decker (Joe Underwood) of Cambridge, OH, and one brother William Decker of Bellaire, OH. Also surviving is his wife Andrea Adorante/Decker of New Matamoras, OH.

Memorial services are to be held Monday December 31, 2007, at the Deucher Baptist Church located on County Road #9 New Matamoras, OH. at the convience of the family.

Mr. Decker was cremated and there will be no visitation.

 

DeFrehn, Gerald PETE DeFrehn

Source:  The Bates Funeral Home, Oskaloosa, Iowa; February 2007

        Gerald "Pete" DeFrehn, 77, of Lincoln, Nebraska and formerly of Oskaloosa, died Tuesday, February 20, 2007, in Lincoln. He was born July 24, 1929, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the son of Gerald and Carrie Slycord DeFrehn. He graduated from the Oskaloosa High School with the class of 1947. On October 17, 1948, he was united in marriage to Wanda Denney in Oskaloosa. He worked in the grocery industry his entire career, as a traveling sales and serviceman for Fleming Foods, he retired in 1994. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating and the outdoors.

        His family includes his wife, Wanda DeFrehn of Lincoln; 2 daughters: Sharon Breaman of Lincoln, and Marcy Thornton of Grand Island, Nebraska; 2 sons: Jerry De Frehn of Grand Island, Nebraska, and Tim DeFrehn of Ceresco, Nebraska; 3 grandchildren: Jeremy Vogel, Nicholas Vogel, and Christopher Vogel; 3 great grandchildren: Royce Walker, Jazmin Vogel, and Sarah Vogel.

        Gerald was preceded in death by his parents.

       Graveside funeral services and burial for Pete DeFrehn will be Saturday, February 24, 2007, at 10 a.m. in the Forest Cemetery in Oskaloosa with Reverend Michael Crouch officiating. A procession will form at the Bates Funeral Chapel at 9:45 a.m. to go to the cemetery. The Bates Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Family visitation will be Friday from 6-8 p.m. in the Bates Funeral Chapel in Oskaloosa.

 

Denbow, Clayton Denbow

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 17, 2007

Clayton W. Denbow, 77, of the Monroe County Care Center, Woodsfield, Ohio died Sunday, September 16, 2007 at the center.  He was born near Lewisville, Ohio on December 8, 1929 a son of the late Joseph "Babe" and Ethel Lafferre Denbow.  He was a Protestant by faith.

Surviving are three sisters: Lucille Elliott of Woodsfield, Ohio, Pauline Morris of Lewisville, Ohio and Jean (Charles) Truax of Woodsfield, Ohio; several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 20, 2007 at the Friendship Cemetery, Lewisville, Ohio with Pastor Mark Deneen officiating. Arrangements by Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Denney, Edith M. Denney, nee Elder

Source: The Quad-City Times (Davenport, IA);  August 12, 2007

        DAVENPORT - Private family funeral services for Edith M. Denney, 84, of Davenport, will be held Monday, August 13, 2007, at Cunnick-Collins Mortuary Chapel. Burial will be in Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will greet friends Monday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the mortuary, Mrs. Denney died Wednesday, August 8, 2007, at her home in Davenport.

        Mrs. Denney was employed as the Secretary and Co-Owner of Denny's Disposal Service in Davenport retiring in 1996.

        Survivors include three daughters; two sons; a sister; 12 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

 

Dennis, Ricky "J.R." Dennis

Source:  The Enid [Oklahoma] News & Eagle; 27 May 2007

        A graveside service for Ricky "J.R." Dennis, 57, of Watonga will be 10 a.m. Tuesday in I.O.O.F. Cemetery, Watonga. The Rev. David Johnson will officiate. Arrangements are by Wilkinson Mortuary of Watonga.

        He was born Aug. 3, 1949, in Watonga to Orlin and Ruby Dennis and died Saturday, May 26, 2007, in Oklahoma City.

        He graduated from Watonga High School in 1967 and attended Okmulgee Tech before serving in the Army. He received the Army Commendation Medal with V Device for bravery in Vietnam and Cambodia. He married Marva Pinegar Oct. 11, 1987.

        Surviving are his wife, Marva; two sons, Ricky Caleb and Eric Paul of Yukon; three sisters, Athena Price of Tulsa, and Loretta Young and Francis Lamothe, both of Watonga; and his parents, Orlin and Ruby Dennis.

 

DeNoon, Lisa R. DeNoon, nee Nicholson

Source:  The  Washington Post, [Washington, D.C.]; Feb. 4, 2007

DeNOON

LISA R. (NICHOLSON) DENOON

        On Friday, February 2, 2007, LISA R. DeNOON of Rockville, MD.

        Lisa will always be remembered by her loving and infectious smile for all her friends and family. Beloved wife of James DeNoon; loving mother of Kasey and Danny, Jr. Fields and Michael, Megan and Ashleigh DeNoon; sister of Bonnie Chamberlian, Dana Lane, Mandy Cooper, Tina O'Donnell and John Jr., Tim, Joseph and Kevin Nicholson; daughter of John H. Sr. and Janet Nicholson; daughter-in-law of Alvin and Anna DeNoon; sister-in-law of Tara Shavel, Tammy Childers and Joy Becker. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Friends may call at DeVOL FUNERAL HOME, 10 East Deer Park Drive, Gaithersburg, MD on Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, where services will be held on Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at 11 am. Interment Parklawn Memorial Park.

 

Deskins, Clara C. Deskins nee Martie

Grisell Online Obituaries, Sardis, Ohio, dated, October 2, 2007   

      Deskins, Clara C., 89, of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Sardis, Ohio, died Monday, October 1, 2007 at the University Medical Center of Southern Nevada.      She was born October 12, 1917 in Sardis, the daughter of the late George and Mary Dunn Martie.  She was a dispatcher for Aero Trucking, a substitute clerk at the

Sardis Post Office, owner of Deskins' Groceries, and a member of the Sardis Church of Christ. She loved to shop and crochet.

      In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Deskins; a daughter, Marilyn Santone; five sisters, Bertha Goddard, Ada Martie, Garnet Martie, Amy Rufener, and Wilma Billiter; three brothers, Harry, Manford, and Howard Martie; and two grandsons, David Street and Mark Secrest.

      Survivors include a son, Harold (Darlene) Deskins of Gahanna, OH; a daughter, Nancy (Leo) Perez of Las Vegas, NV; ten grandchildren Denny Deskins, Robert Clegg, Teresa Porter, Tammy Karo, James Deskins, Lisa Ross, Marti Budzenski, Bryan Chaplin, Daniel Perez, and Timothy Perez; twenty great-grandchildren, four great-great-grandchildren, four step-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

      Family will receive friends on Saturday from 4-8pm at Grisell Funeral Home, 37234 Mound St., Sardis. Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2:00pm at Sardis Church of Christ, 37266 7th Avenue, Sardis, with Evangelist David Lively officiating.  Interment to follow in Sardis Cemetery, Sardis.

 

Deskins, Mary Elizabeth Deskins, nee Barnthouse

Source:  The Courier-Journal, [Louisville, Kentucky] - Jan. 31, 2007

DESKINS, MARY ELIZABETH BARNTHOUSE, 65, of Louisville, died on Monday, January 29, 2007 at her residence. Survivors include her husband, James A. Deskins Sr.; sons, James A Deskins Jr. and Mark Moody; daughters, Mickie Phillips and Melissa Meade; and nine grandchildren. Memorial services will be held at noon on Saturday at the Hardy Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service.

 

Dierkes, Patricia Ellen Dierkes nee Hupp

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, September 17, 2007

Patricia Ellen " Trish" Dierkes, 45, of Zanesville, died at 1:40 a.m.Sunday, September 16, 2007 at Genesis Good Samaritan Hospital emergency room. She was born October 13, 1961, in Barnesville, a daughter of Don L. and Amy M. Masters Hupp of Woodsfield. She was a homemaker and a member of North Terrace Church of Christ. The most important part of Trish's life were her children and her family.

Surviving are her parents, Don L. and Amy Hupp of Woodsfield, her husband of twenty years, Ty J. Dierkes, whom she married July 11, 1987, of the home; four children, T. Jesse Dierkes, Cody D. Dierkes, Natasha D. Dierkes and J.D. Dierkes all of the home; a sister, Donna (Allan) Moore of Massillon, Ohio and a brother, Richard (Jaque) Hupp of Woodsfield; many loving aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at Bolin-Dierkes Funeral Home, 1271 Blue Avenue, Zanesville. Additional calling hours will be held at 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S Paul Street, Woodsfield, Ohio where funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 20, 2007 with William L. Meaige officiating.  Burial will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Memorial contributions will be made to the West Muskingum Academic Fund, 4880 West Pike, Zanesville, Ohio, 43701.

 

Dietch, Ralph F. “Shorty” Deitch

Bauer-Turner Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, July 1, 2007

Ralph F. (Shorty) Deitch age 86 of Woodsfield, Ohio formerly of New Martinsville, W.Va. died Saturday June 30, 2007 at the Wetzel County

Hospital, New Martinsville, W.Va.  He was born October 3, 1920 in Martins Ferry, Ohio, a son of the late Melvin & Blanche Dieterich Deitch.  He was a Mechanic in New Martinsville, and retired to St. Cloud, Florida.

He is survived by his wife: Joan Hawkins Deitch. 1 daughter: Vicki Deitch Watson - New Martinsville, W.VA., 1 granddaughter: Jodi, and 1 great grandson Geordan all of Hammond, Indiana, 4 brothers: Donald Deitch - Paden City, W.Va., Gene (Esther) Deitch - Akron, Ohio, Duane (Carol) Deitch - Clarington, Ohio, Bob (Ronda) Deitch - Caldwell, Ohio, 2 sisters: Gaynell Auten - Woodsfield, Ohio, Mary (Paul) Eddy - Woodsfield, Ohio, Friends received from (2-4) & (7-9) p.m. Monday at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio where services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday July 3, 2007 with Paul Eddy Officiating. Interment in the Clarington Cemetery, Clarington, Ohio.

 

Dinwiddie, Donnie Fay Dinwiddie

Source:  The Marshfield [Missouri] Mail - Wednesday, August 15, 2007

        Donnie Fay Dinwiddie, Conway, son of Jesse Oral and Reva* May (Barker) Dinwiddie was born March 7, 1940, in Webster County and departed this life Aug. 7, 2007. At the time of his passing, he was 67 years of age.

        Preceding him in death were his parents and one grandchild.

        Survivors include his wife, Jessie, of the home; six children, Jaydee Dinwiddie and Janell, Long Lane, Sheila Huntington and Billy, Lebanon, Teresa Ramshur and Donald, Conway, Tammy Dinwiddie, Conway, Chris Dinwiddie and Jamie, Conway, Marcia Dinwiddie, Phillipsburg; seven brothers, Darrell Dinwiddie and Mary, Niangua, Mike Dinwiddie and Jane, Seymour, Bill Dinwiddie and Barbara, Winfield, Jimmy Dinwiddie and Martha, Springfield, David Dinwiddie, and Barbara, Marshfield, Dennis Dinwiddie and Margaret, Long Lane, Danny Dinwiddie and Teresa, Niangua; seven sisters, Shirley Perryman and Charles, Conway, Stella Huntley, Lebanon, Peggy Weaver and Charles, Niangua, Judy Huntley, Lebanon, Anna Dinwiddie, Lebanon, Jean Swartzlander, Lebanon, Virginia Harry and Bill, Elkland; and 12 grandchildren.

        A memorial service was held Saturday, Aug. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Calvary Freewill Baptist Church, Conway. Cremation under the direction of Day Funeral Home, Marshfield.

*Submitter's Note:  Her obituary, other records, and the obituaries of her other children all spell the name as REBA.

 

Dinwiddie, James Eugene Dinwiddie

Source:  The Lebanon [Missouri] Daily Record - Sunday, February 11, 2007

        James Eugene Dinwiddie, 48, of Niangua, died Friday, Feb. 9, 2007, at St. John's Hospital-Springfield.

        He was born Feb. 28, 1958, to Charles William and Mildred Lucille Hoskins Dinwiddie.

        He was preceded in death by his father and his grandparents, Marion and Jessie Dinwiddie and Ray and Ora Hoskins.

        Survivors include his mother, Mildred Dinwiddie; one daughter, Melissa Clarke and her husband, Charles, of Conway; three brothers, Charles Dean Dinwiddie and his wife, LeEtta, of Texas, Donald Wayne and his wife, Jenny, of Marshfield, and Nick Edward and his wife, Jamie, of Bolivar; two sisters, Debbie L. Jemes of Niangua and Jeanine Thompson and her husband, John, of Conway; and seven grandchildren, Kathleen Clarke, Charlie Clarke, Brittany Ann Dinwiddie, Loren Jean Dinwiddie, NaNa Dinwiddie, Stevey Dinwiddie and Austin Dinwiddie.

        Funeral services for James Eugene Dinwiddie will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2007 at Little Vine Church in Grovespring with the Rev. David Perryman officiating. Services will be under the direction of Day Funeral Home.

        Burial will be in the Eureka Cemetery in Rader under the direction of the funeral home.

        Visitation will be from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday in the funeral home.

 

Donato, Linda C. Donato nee Sampson

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, November 24, 2007

Linda C. Donato, 60, of 37929 Pleasant Ridge Road, Graysville, Ohio went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, November 23, 2007 at the Marietta Memorial Hospital, Marietta, Ohio.

She was born near Cameron, West Virginia on June 24, 1947 a daughter of the late Harold David and Theresa Jane Zack Sampson.

She was a homemaker and loved to garden, farm and watch birds. She was also a Protestant by faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband,

Franklin Donato in November 2002; one sister, Sandra Louise Allman; one

brother, Michael Nicholas Zack III.

Surviving are four daughters: Rhonda (Ralph) Nicholson of Woodsfield, Ohio, Joyce (Bryan) Binegar of Newport, Ohio, Sherry (Ron) Parkins of Williamstown, West Virginia and Annie (Harry) Levan of Graysville, Ohio; one son: Robert "Bob" Donato of Williamstown, West Virginia; one step-son: Franklin Donato, Jr. of Graysville, Ohio; four sisters: Donna Faye Littleton of Moundsville, West Virginia, Kathy Ellen Burgy of Moundsville, West Virginia, Jacquelin Leona Cornell of Cameron, West Virginia and Brenda Elaine Allman of Live Oak, Florida; three brothers: Earl David Sampson of Moundsville, West Virginia, James Kevin Sampson of Cameron, West Virginia and Keith Allen Zack, Sr. of Live Oak, Florida; eight grandchildren; one great granddaughter.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 27, 2007 with Rev. Bill Soloman officiating. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, near Graysville, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793.

 

Dorow, Darwin Charles “Chuck”  Dorow

Source:  The Star Tribune: Newspaper of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis, Minnesota) - Friday, December 7, 2007

Dorow, Darwin Charles, "Chuck" Dec. 7, 1942 - Dec. 6, 2007

        Chuck died in his sleep unexpectedly yet peacefully early Thursday morning, one day shy of his 65th Birthday. Preceded in death by father, Floyd Dorow. Survived by daughter, Kelly (Patrick) Deignan; son, Charles; daughter, Kimberly; sons, Chad & Chip. Also survived by loving grandchildren, Foster Dorow, Kiara Brown and Penelope Dorow Deignan. He also leaves behind his significant other, Linda White; mother, Olga Krekula; sister, Jan Barthel; brother, Duane; sister, Janell Brever; ex-wife, Ellen Dorow; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

        Chuck had a heart of gold, an encyclopedic knowledge of music and a true zest for life. Chuck was a trap and skeet enthusiast as well as an avid bowler. Chuck was loved by many and will be dearly missed.     

        Visitation will be at Kapala-Glodek Funeral Home, 230 13th Ave NE, Mpls., on Sunday, December 9 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM. Funeral service is Monday, December 10 at Kapala-Glodek Funeral Home at 11:00 AM. Private interment at Fort Snelling. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers. KAPALA-GLODEK Northeast Chapel 612-378-1331.

 

Doty, Floyd Doty

Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, February 27, 2007

    Floyd I. "Pap" Doty, 76, of Belmont, Ohio died Monday, February 26, 2007 at East Ohio Regional Hospital, Martins Ferry.  He was born at Jacobsburg, Ohio on May 30, 1930, a son of the late George Albert Doty and Virginia Boston Doty. Floyd was a retired truck driver for Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel's Martins Ferry Plant. He was a member of the Morristown Christian Church, a lifetime member of VFW Post #5356 at St. Clairsville and an Army veteran of the Korean War. Floyd loved his grandchildren and especially loved pitching horseshoes.

    In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Henry and a sister, Nancy Harding and several half brothers and sisters.

    He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Betty Sue McDermott Doty; his children, Cindy Bowdish (Merwyn) of Lancaster, Ohio; Kathleen Wagner (Francis Starr) of Barnesville; Patricia West (Ed Jagaczewski) of Belmont; Pamela Susac (Steve) of Beallsville; Floyd Doty Jr. (Connie) of Huber Heights, Ohio and William Doty (Tracy Broadwater) of St. Clairsville; brothers, Donald, Walter, James and Larry Doty; sisters Edna Mae Graham, Mary Caretti, Janie Sparks, Doris Peppard and Helen Parker; grandchildren Kendra (Ryan) Brown, Joseph Wagner, Bryan (Caitlin) Bowdish, Stacie (John) Smith, Darrick (Laura) Doty, Jason Weekley, William Aaron Doty Jr., Cynthia West, Ashley West, Floyd Doty III, Caitlin Doty, Cole Susac and Jamie Lynn Doty; great grandchildren Dawson, Trey, Olivia and Reed.

    Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where services will be held Thursday at 1 p.m. with Pastor Curt Hallstrom officiating. Burial will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens at Pleasant Grove.  The Belmont County Council of the V.F.W. will conduct military services in the funeral home at 12:45 p.m. Thursday.

 

Dougherty, David G. Dougherty

Source:  The Beaver County Times,  [Beaver, Pennsylvania]; 16 Jul 2007

        David G. Dougherty, 73, of Rochester, passed away Sunday, July 15, 2007, in Rochester Manor. Born Dec. 5, 1933, in Akron, Ohio, a son of the late John P. and Mary Reese Dougherty, he was a retired postmaster with the Rochester Post Office, where he had been employed since 1958 and served as postmaster from 1982 to 1992. He was Protestant by faith. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, where he served as a cryptographic specialist. He was a life member and commander of the Rochester American Legion Walter S. Roth Post No. 498. He was secretary/treasurer for 15 years and was a member of the Rochester Chamber of Commerce. He was a 1951 graduate of Rochester High School and was honored with a scholarship in his name at Rochester High School in 2000. He served on the Rochester Police Commission. He was a member of the Rochester Zoning Board and was a volunteer worker for the American Legion Bingo program for 40 years.

        He is survived by his wife of 52 years. Darlene B. (Barnes) Dougherty; a son and daughter-in-law, Jamie D. and Lori Dougherty, Center Township; a daughter, Erin A. Dougherty, Rochester; two beloved grandchildren, Shannon Lee and David Edward Dougherty, Center Township; a sister, Dolores R. Dougherty, Beaver; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Arthur and Miriam Dougherty, Brighton Township, and Jack and Garnet Dougherty, Nitro, W.Va., and numerous nieces and nephews.

        He was preceded in death by two sisters, Mary Jane Dougherty, in 1993, and Margaret Wallace, on July 7, 2007.

        Friends will be received Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. in the WILLIAM MURPHY FUNERAL HOME INC., 349 Adams St., Rochester, where a service will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. Officiating with be the Rev. Edward C. Heist.

        Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, Daugherty Township.

        The family wishes memorial contributions be made to the Rochester Public Library, 252 Adams St., Rochester, Pa. 15074.

        The family wishes to thank the 3rd Floor Staff at Rochester Manor for their caring compassion for Dave.

        The Beaver County Special Unit will provide full military honors at 10:30 a.m. at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

 

Dougherty, Fred H. Dougherty

Watters Online Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, August 25, 2007

Fred H. Dougherty, 85, of 111 Home Ave., Woodsfield, Ohio died Friday, August 24, 2007 at the Barnesville Hospital, Barnesville, Ohio.  He was born near Woodsfield, Ohio on May 7, 1922 a son of the late Wade H. and Louisa Jane Turner Dougherty.  He was a retired U.S. Postal employee at the Woodsfield Post Office; a member of the Woodsfield Church of Christ, Woodsfield, Ohio; a U.S. Army veteran of W.W.II, having received three purple hearts and a Bronze Star Medal; a member of the American Legion Post #87, Woodsfield, Ohio; a member of the V.F.W. Post 5303, Woodsfield, Ohio and a member of the D.A.V. Post 80, Woodsfield, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel R. Christy Dougherty; three brothers, James, Francis and Edward Dougherty; three sisters, Clara Wentz, Ruth Briggs and Mary Crumrine.

Surviving are two brothers: John (Rosie) Dougherty of Louisville, Ohio and Charles (Donna) Dougherty of Alliance, Ohio; special friends: Terry and Billie Elliott and family of Woodsfield, Ohio; several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Monday, August 27, 2007 where funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 28, 2007 with Sam Bartrug officiating. Burial will follow in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio with military graveside honors.  Memorial contributions may be made to Warm the Children, c/o Pandora Neuhart, 40189 Gun Club Road, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793 or to the Monroe County Humane Society, c/o Alisha Cogar, 41575 S.R. 26, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793.

 

Dougherty, Helen Dougherty nee McIntire

Bauer-Turner Obituaries, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, April 4, 2007

Helen Dougherty, age 67, of Woodsfield, Ohio died Wednesday April 4, 2007 at the Ohio Valley Medical Center Wheeling, WV. She was born in Clarington, Ohio April 1, 1938 a daughter of the late Allen G. McIntire & Essie Roberts McIntire.  She was a protestant by faith, a homemaker and an avid bowler & quilter. Preceded in death by her husband: George Dougherty - 1981.

She is survived by her partner: Walter (Red) Bishop - Woodsfield, Ohio, 2 brothers: Sanford (Esther) McIntire - Woodsfield, Ohio, Charles (Ginny) McIntire - Clarington, Ohio, Nephews: Kenneth (Kelly) McIntire, and Preston (Tina) McIntire, Step Nephews: Gary (Vickie) Dillon, and Doug (Merrilee) Dillon, 2 Great Nephews, 1 Great Niece, and 2 Godsons.

Friends received from (4-9) p.m. Thursday and from 10 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. Friday April 6, 2007 at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio with Rev. Susan Lehosky Officiating. Interment in the Oaklawn Cemetery,Woodsfield, Ohio.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Monroe County Relay for Life c/o Pat McDougal P.O. Box 183 Hannibal, Ohio 43931.

 

Doughty, Roland J. "Pat" Doughty

Source:   kellerfuneralhome.com [Martins Ferry, Ohio]; Feb 2007

        ROLAND J. (PAT) DOUGHTY,  84, of  S. Third St., Martins Ferry, Ohio , died Friday, February 9, 2007 at East Ohio Regional  Hospital.

        He was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on July 13, 1922, son of the late Walter E. and Anne A. (Minger) Doughty.

        He was the owner of Martins Ferry Marine, of Martins Ferry and a former employee of American Electric Power and the City of Martins Ferry.   He served in the U.S. Army during WW II.  Pat was a member of the former V.F.W. of Martins Ferry.

        In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Homer and Albert Doughty and two sisters, Wanita Bazar and Helen McFarland.

        He is survived by his wife, Madeline (Phillips) Doughty;  son, Roland "Jim" and his wife, Mary Doughty, Rayland, Ohio; two grandsons, James  T. and his wife, Dawn Doughty, Columbus, Ohio and Patrick M. Doughty, Yorkville, Ohio; two granddaughters, Melissa A. Doughty, Yorkville, Ohio and Amy C. and her husband, Bill Beall, Yorkville, Ohio;  three brothers, Robert C., Casa Grande, Arizona; Edward, Martins Ferry, Ohio; Raymond, Yorkville, Ohio; sister, Catherine Zukowski, Martins Ferry, Ohio. , and eight great grandchildren

        Funeral services were held Wednesday,  February 14, 2007 at 1 p.m. at the funeral home.  Interment followed in Riverview Cemetery, Martins Ferry.

        Military honors were given at 1 p.m. at the funeral home by the "Belmont County Council of Veterans of Foreign Wars".

 

Drake, William Garfield Drake

Source:  The TimesWV.com; 27 Feb 2007

        William Garfield Drake, 81, of Route 2, Fairmont, passed away on Monday (Feb. 26, 2007) at Fairmont General Hospital.

        He was born Oct. 20, 1925, in Belmont, Ohio, and was the son of the late William Garfield Drake and Jennie Myrtle (Morris) Drake.

        Surviving family include his wife of 25 years, Dortha J. (Moore) Drake; seven children, Mary, Sharon, Billy, Nancy, Joe, and twins Conny and Donny; four step-children, Donna, Sandra, Mary and Walter; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and four sisters, Edna, Jennie, Betty and Kathryn.

        He was preceded in death by three sisters, Lillian, Florence and Margaret; six brothers, George, Raymond, Charles, Thurman, Richard and Carl.

        Mr. Drake was a retired heavy equipment operator with the Ohio Valley Paving Co. in St. Clairsville, Ohio, with over 50 years of service.

        The family will receive friends at the Donald G. Ford Funeral Home in Grafton on Friday from the hours of 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Funeral services for Mr. Drake will be conducted on Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. H. Edgar Suite officiating. Interment in West Virginia National Cemetery with military graveside rites being accorded by the V.F.W. Memorial City Post No. 3081 of Grafton, The American Legion Taylor County Post No. 12 and the D.A.V. Chapter No. 12 of Grafton and Auxiliary.

 

Dudley, Dorothy Dudley nee Stephen

Campbell-Plumly-Milburn, Barnesville, Ohio, dated, October 9, 2007

Dorothy O. Dudley, 80, of Worthington, OH, died Monday, October 8, 2007 at St. Anne's Hospital in Westerville, OH. She was born March 15, 1927 in Woodsfield, OH daughter of the late Marion and Gertrude (Miller) Stephen.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband – Simon William Dudley; 1 brother and 2 sisters.

Surviving are her daughter - Stephanie (John) Wolf of Worthington, OH; 1 brother - James Stephen of Woodsfield, OH; 2 sisters - Emma Carpenter of Barnesville, OH and Alberta Ackerman of Lewisville, OH and 3 grandchildren.

Graveside service Thursday, October 11, 2008 at 12 Noon at Crestview Cemetery, Barnesville, OH. Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, 319 N. Chestnut St, Barnesville, OH is in charge of arrangements.

 

Dunning, Robert Keith Dunning

Source:   Portland [Maine] Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram - Dec. 6, 2007

Bob Dunning

     BRIDGTON -- Bob Dunning, beloved son, husband, father, and friend, died of a heart attack Friday, Nov. 23, 2007.

     Born August 15, 1950, in Western Pennsylvania to Ruth and Daniel Dunning, he attended the University of Pittsburgh where he met the love of his life, Sally. While working in Pittsburgh, he began his career of historic restoration carpentry, which he continued when they moved to Bridgton in 1975.

     A master craftsman, he saved, restored, and enhanced many of the historic homes in Bridgton and the surrounding area. Maine Preservation recognized him with the 2000 Statewide Historic Preservation Honor Award for excellence in restoration carpentry and contracting.

     One of his greatest joys was sharing his love of old buildings and tools with others; he was a mentor and resource to many in the building trades. He volunteered frequently to demonstrate carving to children at school art festivals. He was a founding member of the Bridgton Historical Society's annual Woodworker's Show. He fascinated visitors at the Scribner's Mill 'Back to the Past' gathering in Harrison. Vice president of the Rufus Porter Museum, Bob had led workshops for their Cultural Heritage series presented each summer. This fall he gave the keynote speech for the Art in Architecture project in Bridgton.

     Bob Dunning selflessly served his community. He was a volunteer firefighter for 10 years and an insightful member of the comprehensive plan and recycling committees. When the DOE threatened the Lakes Region with a nuclear waste facility in 1986, Bob was a primary researcher for the Citizens Against Nuclear Trash (CANT). He wrote thoughtful essays for the Earthnotes Series in the Bridgton News, and was a familiar face at selectmen meetings, providing cogent views on many diverse town issues.

     Bob was a frequent blood donor and in recent years made regular platelet donations. His final contribution was as a tissue donor.

     A life long learner, Bob was a devoted fan of public radio and television. An avid hiker, he had scaled many of the White Mountain's 4,000 foot peaks with his children as companions. He relished the challenges of winter camping and cross-country skiing.

     Bob Dunning was a spectacular father to his own two children, who brought him the greatest pride and joy. He was a father of the heart to many others.

     A deeply spiritual man, Bob was well attuned to Native American teachings and Eastern philosophies. He was regularly seen performing the graceful moves of tai chi, in keeping with his goal of mindfulness in all situations.

     Bob Dunning will be sadly missed by his wife of 33 years, Sally; his daughter and son-in-law, Jessie and Mike Toohey, his son Dan and Dan's sweetheart Caitlin Matthew; his mother, father; and two sisters of Florida, and his brother of Illinois. Bob leaves a host of friends who quite simply adored and respected him.

     A celebration of Bob's life will be held Saturday, Dec. 8, 2007, at 1 p.m., at the First Congregational Church on South High Street in Bridgton.

    In lieu of flowers, the family requests you consider donations to Maine Preservation, The Appalachian Mountain Club, Bridgton Public Library, Maine Public Broadcasting Network, or your local fire department or hospital.

 

Dye, Dale A. Dye

Source:  Parkersburg News, Thur Mar 15, 2007

Dale A. Dye, 83, formerly of Rockport, W.Va., passed away Sunday, March 11, 2007, at the Bennington-Glen Nursing Home in Marengo, Ohio.  He was born Jan. 6, 1924, in Roane County, a son of the late Charles Otmer and Grace Wood Dye. Dale was a graduate of Wirt County High School and was a U.S. Navy veteran serving in World War II. He retired from the E.I. DuPont Co. He enjoyed farming and working with cattle. Dale was a member of V.F.W. Post 1212 in Parkersburg and was a member of the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Mineral Wells.

He is survived by his wife, Geraldine A. Stanley Dye, who is residing in Marengo, Ohio; two sons, Randy Dye (Joyce) of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, and Michael Dye (Marcia) of Rockport; two daughters, Vicki Norris (Troy) of New Boston, Texas, and Barbara Holycross of Lancaster, Ohio; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Arnold Dye of Palestine, W.Va., Fred Dye of Conway, S.C., Herbert Dye of Sissonville, W.Va., and Charles Dye of Mineral Wells; and two sisters, Helen Mock of Falls Church, Va., and Mabel Powell of Surfside, S.C.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers, Donald, Cluster and Glen Dye.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Mineral Wells with the Rev. Bill Stout officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. today at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, south Parkersburg, and for one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church. The American Legion Post 15 of Parkersburg will conduct full military honors for Mr. Dye at the graveside.

 

Dye, Guy H. Dye

Monroe County Beacon, Woodsfield, Ohio, dated, March 8, 2007

Guy H. Dye, 74, died peacefully after a prolonged illness with Multiple Myeloma on Feb. 21, 2007, in Colorado Springs, with his family at his side. He was born Oct. 8, 1932, in Graysville, a son of Ida Pearl Cline Dye and the late Lewis Dye.

He retired from the United States Air Force as a financial manager after 30 years of faithful service. He was a Vietnam veteran. He also retired from the United States Civil Service as a budget analyst having worked at Fort Carson, Colorado.

Surviving, in addition to his mother, are his beloved wife of 46 years, Emmy Wegmann, whom he married Dec. 27, 1960 in Holland; a daughter, Carmen Dye; a sister, Helen (Verne) Scott; several nieces and their families.

Funeral services with full military honors was held Feb. 27 at the Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful” Chapel of Roses. Inurnment was at the Shrine of Remembrance mausoleum.

Memorial contributions may be made in Guy’s memory to the International Myleloma Foundation, 12650 Riverside Drive, Suite 206, North Hollywood CA 91607-3421.

 

 

 

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