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Monroe County Obituaries

2025 A-D

 

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Ackerman, William D. Ackerman

Source:  The Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio; 14 Feb 2025

William D. Ackerman, 75, of Graysville, Ohio (formerly of Lorain, Ohio) passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025 at his home.

He was born at Sandusky, Ohio on May 18, 1949 a son of the late John Jacob Ackerman and Isabella Rocher Ackerman.

He was a retired production worker for the Ford Motor Co., Lorain, Ohio.

William was an outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Jack and Don Ackerman.

Surviving are three sons, William Ackerman Jr. of Norwalk, Ohio, Stacey Ackerman of the home, Patrick Ackerman of Elyria, Oho; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

There will be no visitation or service.

Inurnment will be held at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Agriesti, Sharon Elaine Bierie Agriesti

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 29 Jan 2025

 Sharon Elaine Bierie Agriesti, born on May 21, 1945, in Ashland, Ohio, peacefully went to be with the Lord at 9:27 a.m. on January 26, 2025, at the age of 79. Sharon left this world surrounded by her family, pastor, and the dedicated staff of OSU Ross Heart Hospital, who cared for her so lovingly. The lovely Sharon was the most wonderful person who had ever lived in Columbus, Ohio. Sharon spent most of her youth on a farm in Beallsville, Ohio, where one of her chores involved bringing cows to the barn for milking. She graduated from Beallsville High School in 1963. Sharon saw early success as the owner and manager of Hill’s Dairy Cream in Orient, Ohio. After moving to Columbus, Sharon spent much of her professional career at The Ohio State University Hospitals and the College of Medicine. After retiring from the university, she became a popcorn enthusiast at Al’s Delicious Popcorn, where she made a name for herself for her warmth and personality. Sharon devoted 57 years to serving at Calvary Apostolic Church in Westerville, Ohio. For the last several years, she has hosted a New Year’s Eve dinner for the church’s widowed ladies. Sharon was outgoing, gave openly to others, and brought the best Texas sheet cake and cheesy potatoes to church functions. Her loving kindness towards everyone made her a true example of a godly woman. After raising two loving children, Sharon later married the love of her life on 23 November 1991. Sharon was preceded in death by her adoptive parents, Anna Mae Pool Bierie and Paul Edward Bierie, and her brother, Walter Kemp. Sharon is survived by her sister, Kay (John) Curtis, and sister-in-law Sally Kemp; her loving husband, David Agriesti; her son, Scott (Cara) Ferguson and daughter, Robin (Michael) Banyasz; her grandchildren Brooke, Elijah (Ashley), Michael, Matt, and great-grandson Elisha. Another great-grandson is expected in May.

 Visitation will be on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 6 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 10 – 11 a.m. at Calvary Apostolic Church, 2551 West Schrock Road, Westerville, OH 43081. The funeral service, officiated by Rev. James A. Stark, will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Interment will immediately follow at Sunset Cemetery, 6959 West Broad Street, Galloway, OH 43119. To leave a condolence please visit www .johnquint. com.

 

Anderson, Willis Gale Anderson

Source:  The Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio; 3 Jan 2025

Willis Gale Anderson 83 of Belpre, Ohio formerly of Graysville, Ohio passed away Thursday January 2, 2025 at Arbors of Marietta.  He was born in Graysville December 21, 1941 a son of the late Cars and Myra Morris Anderson.

He was a 1959 graduate of Skyvue High School.  Willis retired from Ormet Aluminum Corp Hannibal, Ohio with 38 years of service and was a member of the Pleasant Ridge Church of Christ Graysville, Ohio, and former member of the Graysville Volunteer Fire Department.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters; Rosalie and her husband Ray Coss Jr., and Ruth and her husband Fred Woodyard.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years Betty Ann Hall Anderson of Belpre who he married Oct. 5, 1963, two children; Eric G. (Elizabeth) Anderson of South Carolina, and Stacy R. (Jerry) Bradford of Marietta, Ohio, grandchildren Ema (Coty) Kelly and Ana (Sam) Anderson both of Georgia, and Isaac Anderson of Maryland, Shallyn Bradford and Morgan Bradford both of Marietta, Ohio and a great grandson Arthur Kelly of Georgia, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received from 12 noon until time of funeral service at 2 p.m. Sunday January 5, 2025 at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home 100 S. Paul St. Woodsfield, Ohio with Ministers Rodney Bettinger and John Crum officiating.  Burial will follow in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery Graysville.

The family would like to thank Amedysis Hospice and the Arbors at Marietta for their care.  Memorial donations may be made to the Pleasant Ridge Church of Christ c/o Donna Winland, 40016 Sandbar Road Lewisville, Ohio 43754.

 

Aston, Robert Evan Aston

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 19 Mar 2025

 Robert Evan Aston, 37, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025, at WVU Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling, W.V.

 He was born at Wheeling on September 5, 1987, a son of Joe and Della Mae Combs Hise who survive of Woodsfield.

 Evan was a member of Woodsfield Church of the Nazarene, Woodsfield. He enjoyed hunting, working on motorcycles, 4-wheelers, spending time with his daughter and going to church.

 Surviving in addition to his parents are a daughter, Karli Lynn Aston of New Martinsville, W.V.; a sister, Crystal Lynn Aston of Wheeling; three brothers, Joe (Rachelle) Hise Jr. of Sardis, Ohio; Rocky (Julianne) Hise of St. Clairsville, Ohio, Joshua (Summer) Hise of Woodsfield; several uncles, Tom Aston, Jessie Combs, Johnny Combs; an aunt, Nancy Stephens; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 Friends will be received at Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78, Woodsfield, from 5 p.m. until time of funeral services at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 20, 2025, with his father, Pastor Joe Hise officiating.

 Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, March 21, 2025, at Limestone Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Limestone, W.V.

 

Baker, John Baker

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 6 Mar 2025

 John “Johnny” Baker, 93, of Lewisville, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

 He was born near Lewisville, Ohio, on August 8, 1931, a son of the late Charles and Mary Mallett Baker.

 In 1958 John founded Baker and Sons Equipment, Lewisville, where he still served as CEO; a member of Stafford United Methodist Church, Stafford, Ohio; a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict; a 75 year member of Stafford Lodge 300 F.&A.M.; member of the American Legion Post 87 and VFW Post 5303 both of Woodsfield, Ohio; a member of the Aladdin Shrine Temple, Columbus, Ohio; founding member of the Lewisville Volunteer Fire Department; a member of the Friendship Cemetery Board; former president of Farm and Power Equipment Dealers Association; member of the Monroe County Chamber of Commerce and was awarded the 2015 Citizen of the Year; was also honored and awarded the 2024 Chaddock Philanthropists award for giving; honorary member of the Monroe County Fair Board; Massey Ferguson United States Dealers Council; was instrumental in establishing the Foundation of Scholarships in Monroe County; an avid fan of the former Skyvue Hawks and avid fan of the Monroe Central Seminoles. John was also instrumental in the building of the new fire house in Lewisville, Ohio and doing other projects in the county.

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lois J. Ackerman Baker on February 7, 2022; a son, Gregory Scott Baker on November 20, 2011, and a sister, Jean Gilmore.

 Surviving are one daughter, Rhonda (Kevin) Marshall of Lewisville; one son, Steve Baker and his companion Vickie Kindle of Graysville, Ohio; a daughter-in-law, Chris Baker of Lewisville; five grandchildren, Chad Baker and his companion, Ashley Armann, Nikki (Jeremy) Lude, Cody (Josh) Booher, Scott Marshall, Casey (Gus) Lohrey; 11 great-grandchildren, Brayden Brantley and Brissa Baker; Harper, Jack and Sadie Booher; Greer and Blain Lude; Mia, Maylee, and Slade Lohrey.

 Friends will be received at Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78, Woodsfield, from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. Sunday, March 9, 2025, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 10, 2025, with Rusty Atkinson officiating.

 Masonic services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

 Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery, Lewisville where military graveside services will also be held.

 Memorial contributions may be made to Lewisville Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 115, Lewisville, OH 43754 or Friendship Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 51, Lewisville, OH 43754.

 

Beymer, Margaret (Peg) Lois Beymer, nee Street

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 28 Feb 2025

 Margaret (Peg) Lois Street Beymer, 87, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side Tuesday February 25, 2025. She was born December 12, 1937, in St. Clairsville, Ohio, a daughter of the late Julian and Elva (Humphrey) Street.

 Peg retired from Wesbanco Bank, which was originally First National Bank of Barnesville. She worked at Sears Catalog store many years ago under the employment of Frank and Jeanne Buckio. Peg was a member of Garden Club and Red Hat Society. She also enjoyed playing cards each month for over 50 years with numerous friends. Peg loved spending the winter months in Florida with her husband Richard.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Eunice Paulick and Catherine Zachar, and her brother, Lewis Street.

 Peg is survived by her husband of 67 years, Richard, whom she married on May 25, 1957, children, Leigh Ann Richard, Keith (Renee) Beymer, Ken (Gail) Beymer, DeeDee (Bernie) Ollom, grandchildren, Bryan (Kristina) Ollom, Corey (Kristen) Beymer, Jennifer (Keith) Crowley, Kristian (Jenna) Beymer, Ryan (Lindsey) Galasso, Kayla (Shane) Vannatta, Samantha Beymer, great-grandchildren, Caiden, Peyton, Sawyer, and Dakota (children of Corey Beymer), Braedyn, Landyn, Camdyn, and Shaelyn (children of Kristian Beymer), Julian and Cohen (children of Kayla Vannatta), and Jackson (child of Jennifer Crowley), and sister Nancy Watson.

 Friends will be received from 12 p.m. until time of funeral service at 6 p.m. Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield, with Keith Jones officiating. Private burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery Woodsfield.

 In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Monroe County Senior Services, 47115 Black Walnut Parkway, Woodsfield, OH 43793.

 

Blackstone, Cora Mae Blackstone, nee Lendon

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 24 Mar 2025

 Cora Mae Blackstone, 85, of Lewisville, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at her home. She was born in Flushing, Ohio, May 10, 1939, a daughter of the late Leonard and Estelle Morris Lendon.

 Cora enjoyed taking care of the elderly and had run the Lewisville Boarding Home in Lewisville for four years. She enjoyed canning, loved spending time with her family and was a big Elvis fan.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Vernon Blackstone, son, Ronald Blackstone, grandsons Clifford Blackstone, and Michael Vinson.

 She is survived by sons Joe Blackstone of Summerfield, Thomas Blackstone of Powhatan Point, Kenneth (Belva) Blackstone of Lewisville, and Bruce (Louise) Blackstone of Lewisville, daughters Judy (Henry) Vinson of Powhatan Point, and Teresa (Samuel) Scarberry of Elm Grove, two sisters, Betty Matson of Buckeye Lake and Elsie Bonam of Wooster, 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren and two on the way, along with several nieces and nephews.

 Friends received from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m., Thursday March 27 at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio, where funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2025, with Rusty Atkinson officiating. Burial will follow in Friendship Cemetery Lewisville.

 

Bowdish, Marcie Renee Bowdish

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 28 Jan 2025

 Marcie Renee Bowdish, 65, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Monday, January 27, 2025, at Arbors at Woodsfield. She was born at Homestead AFB, Fla., February 25, 1959, a daughter of the late Joanne Warnell Bowdish Necula and Roger Gordon Bowdish. She was coparented by Donna M. Bowdish and the late Nick Necula.

 Marcie passed after a courageous battle with cancer for the last 10 months with her beloved companion Terry Terwilliger never leaving her side. Also, special thanks go to Stonerise Hospice and the staff at Arbors at Woodsfield for their loving care of Marcie.

 Marcie always lived life to the fullest, on her own terms. Through her learning years she was a CNA, a hotel hospitality worker, a bartender, a landscaper, and even sold local produce from her garden.

 I call upon all survivors to remember Marcie with a smile and prayer, “when you know better you do better” and she finally did. There are lots of wonderful memories filled with laughter, kindness, home cooking and her better days of being a loving wife, mother, sister, friend and aunt.

 She is survived by daughters Catrina Coon and Samantha Pellerin (Taylor), grandchildren Everett, Sawyer, Graham, and Estelle, coparent/mother Donna M Bowdish, companion Terry Terwilleger, brothers Randall Bowdish (Julie), Brett Bowdish (Jane), and Bart Bowdish (Jennifer), and sister Jennifer Trapaso (John), Necula relatives that meant so much to her, Bryant, Melanie, and T.J., the many nieces and nephews that she loved, special friends Robin, Cricket, Kerry, and the Veterans in Woodsfield at the local club.

 A private service and burial will be held at a later date in North Carolina.

 Marcie was an animal lover, please consider a donation to your local animal shelter.

 Arrangements entrusted to Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield.

 

Briggs, Shelva J. Briggs, nee Truax

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 20 Jan 2025

    Shelva J. Briggs, 81, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Friday, January 17, 2025, at her home. She was born July 22, 1943, a daughter of the late Harry and Alice Cline Truax.

 Shelva was a 1961 graduate of Woodsfield High School. She went on to receive her RN,CEN in nursing. She worked at Barnesville Hospital for over 50 years and after retirement had served on the Monroe County Board of Health. She had also participated in Operation Smile in Managua, Nicaragua. Shelva also loved sewing and shared that love with family and friends, giving them many handmade pillows over the years.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles (Chuck) Everett Briggs 2006, and brother, Daniel L. Truax.

 She is survived by her children; Chris (Diana) Briggs of Pickerington, Ohio, Chad Briggs of New Concord, Ohio, Kay (Bryan) Mellott of Clarington, Ohio, and Stacey (Jim) Lehman of Powhatan Point, Ohio, brother; Richard Truax of Jackson, Ohio, grandchildren Derek, Tiffanee (Josh), Mitchell, Madison, Emma, Cooper, and Blair, two great-grandchildren; Jackson, and Kimber, and several nieces and nephews.

 Friends and family will be received from 2 – 4 and from 6 p.m. until a time of sharing and remembrance at 8 p.m. Monday January 20, 2025, at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield.

 In lieu of flowers, family requests memorial contributions be made to Cancer Gas Cards Inc., 48397 Keylor Hill Road, Woodsfield, OH 43793.

 

Brown, Connie J. Brown, nee Woodruff

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 5 Feb 2025

 Connie J. Woodruff Brown, 79, of Jerusalem, Ohio, passed away Monday February 3, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born at Cameron, W.V., June 3, 1945, a daughter of the late Rex and Hazel Buzzard Woodruff.

 She was a member of Unity Baptist Church, Antioch, Ohio, and attended Jerusalem Community Church. Connie married Clarence Edward Brown October 25, 1964.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Clarence Edward “Ed” Brown who she married October 25, 1964, and her siblings William Ray, Dorothy, Eldora, Norma, and John.

 She is survived by two sons, Michael (Amy) Brown of Antioch and Jeff (Kathy) Brown of Graysville, Ohio, four grandchildren Tucker (Chelsie) Brown, Trevor (Jenna) Brown, and Tanner Brown, and Macy (Dustin) Schilling, four great-grandchildren, the joy of her life, Presley Sue Brown, Gentry Rae Brown, Baren Kroll Brown, and Coy Greyson Schilling

 Friends and family will be received from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. Thursday, February 6 and from 11 a.m. until time of funeral services at 1 p.m. Friday, February 7 at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield, Ohio, with Kenneth Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery, Antioch.

 In lieu of flowers, donate to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Ohio, 711 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, OH 43205 and or Antioch Cemetery, 42033 W. Union Road, Sardis, OH 43946.

 

Brown, Donald D. Brown

Source:  The Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio; 25 Feb 2025

    Donald D. Brown, 82, of Graysville, Ohio passed away Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at the Ohio State East Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.

     He was born at Stafford, Ohio on May 12, 1942, a son of the late Clyde and Stella Thompson Brown.

     Don was a retired laborer of the former Ormet Corporation, Hannibal, Ohio; former Mayor of Graysville, Ohio; a former employee of Frontier Construction, Marietta, Ohio and was a former well tender for Hercher Oil and a former employee of Christmans Quarry.

     He was a member of the Pleasant Ridge Church of Christ, Graysville, Ohio; a member of the Ormet Retirees Group; a founding member of the Graysville & Community Volunteer Fire Department; a founding member of the Bethel-Graysville EMS; a trustee for the Washington County Co-Op and was a former member of the Antioch EMS.

     Don was an avid O.S.U. and Steelers fan. He also enjoyed hunting in his spare time. He was a former coach for Strata Slow Pitch softball in Graysville, Ohio.

     In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Katherine Hanlon, Ora Wallace, Mary Bartlett and Alice Sercich; four brothers, Twin Ronald Brown, Robert Brown, William “Billy” Brown and Melvin Brown.

     Surviving are his wife, Mary Wise Brown whom he married on September 15, 1962; one son, Russell (Melissa) Brown of Graysville, Ohio; three daughters, Cheryl Brown of Marietta, Ohio, Barbara (Danni Hieles) Brown of Galloway, Ohio, April Brown of Dublin, Ohio; four grandchildren, Jessica Batt, Meryl Hadlock, Isabella Brown, Sydney Lochary; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

     Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78, Woodsfield, Ohio from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2025 where funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 17th, 2025, with Rodney Bettinger officiating.

     Burial will follow in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery near Graysville, Ohio.

     Memorial contributions may be made to the Graysville & Community Volunteer Fire Department, 38851 State Route 26, Graysville, OH 45734 or to the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery Association, c/o Mitch Ring, 45 Nicklaus Lane, Waynesburg, PA 15370.

 

Butler, Leila M. Butler

Source:  The Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio; 22 Jan 2025

Leila M. Butler, 66, of Beallsville, Ohio passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025 at the Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, Ohio.

She was born at Barnesville, Ohio on October 6, 1958 a daughter of the late Eleanor Jean Butler Crawford.

She was a former aide at the Arbors of Woodsfield for 22 years.

Leila enjoyed cooking and spending time with family.

Surviving are her significant other, Don Huntsman of Beallsville, Ohio; two sons, Jason Huntsman (companion, Amber Lee) of Woodsfield, Ohio, Matthew Huntsman of Woodsfield, Ohio; two sisters, Betty Anderson of Caldwell, Ohio and Jeanie Guy of Barnesville, Ohio; two brothers, Jimmy (April) Mercer, Johnny Brown; and four grandchildren, Tyler, Graycee, Noah and Nathaniel Huntsman.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2025. Inurnment will be held at the convenience of the family at the Plainview Cemetery near Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

Carpenter, Nancy A. Carpenter, nee Ruble

Source:  The Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio; 20 Feb 2025

Nancy A. Carpenter, 75, of Cambridge, Ohio passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025 at the Ohio Health Southeastern medical Center, Cambridge, Ohio.

She was born at Caldwell, Ohio on July 11, 1949 a daughter of the late Myrl and Patricia Moore Ruble.

She was a homemaker and was a Protestant by faith.

Nancy enjoyed playing bingo and spending time with family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a grandson, Trent Carpenter.

Surviving are her husband, Franklin Carpenter Sr. whom she married on April 12, 1969; two daughters, Sherrie (Dean) Bickford of Cambridge, Ohio and Amanda (Kenneth) Harris of Byesville, Ohio; two sons, Franklin Carpenter Jr. of Bethesda, Ohio, Rodney (Bobbi) Carpenter of Barnesville, Ohio; eighteen grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren and one on the way.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78, Woodsfield, Ohio from 11:00 a.m. until time of services at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, February 22, 2025 with Pastor Jack Palmer officiating.

Burial will follow in the Batesville Cemetery, Batesville, Ohio.

 

Cook, George W. Cook

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 6 Mar 2025

 George W. Cook, 98, of Woodsfield, Ohio, (formerly of Hackney, Ohio) passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the Arbors of Woodsfield.

 He was born at Boone, N.C., on May 12, 1926, a son of the late William J. Cook and Mollie Vandyke Cook.

 George was a retired heavy equipment operator and was a member of United Mine Workers. He had operated the biggest drag line and ran the “Big Muskie”. He was a U.S. Navy veteran serving his country during W.W. II; a member of Mt. Moriah Masonic Lodge, Beverly, Ohio, and attended First United Methodist Church, Woodsfield. He was also an avid deer hunter and fisherman.

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Cook, on May 22, 2020; a brother, Dayton Cook and a sister, Harlena Hayes.

 Surviving are one daughter, Janice (William) Massey of Malta, Ohio; two sons, Gary (Judy) Cook of Woodsfield, Mike (Gail) Cook of Flatgap, Ky.; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; 11 step-great-grandchildren.

 Friends will be received at Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78, Woodsfield, from 3 – 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2025, where Masonic and funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. with Pastor David Cottrell officiating.

 Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at Malta Cemetery, Malta, Ohio, with military graveside services.

 Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 136 N. Main St., Woodsfield, OH 43793.

 

Coplan, Alice Jean Coplan, nee Straight

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 31 Mar 2025

 Alice Jean Coplan, 96, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the Arbors at Woodsfield. She was born December 25, 1928, in Sardis, Ohio, a daughter of the late Raymond Straight and Marie Matthias Straight.

 She was a member of Laings Church of Christ.

 In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband Paul Faber, daughter Phyllis Faber, second husband William Coplan, sisters Margaret Mae Winland and Rosalee Straight, son-in-law Darrell Landefeld.

 She is survived by her daughters Beverly Landefeld of Woodsfield and Joyce Faber of Bridgeport, grandchildren Derrick (Beth) Landefeld, Jennifer Landefeld, Alicia Kasper, Bethany Kasper, and Dr. Ryan (Jillian) Kasper, great-grandchildren Dylan Landefeld, Drew Landefeld, Ellianne Landefeld, Dane Landefeld, Davin Landefeld, Seth Scott, Stephen Scott, and Gavin Kasper.

 Friends will be received from 1 p.m. until time of funeral service at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at Laings Church of Christ, 44191 State Route 255, Woodsfield, with Sam Bartrug officiating. Burial will follow in West Union Cemetery near Sardis, Ohio. Arrangements by Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield.

 In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to Laings Church of Christ, West Union Cemetery fund or Churches of Christ Disaster Relief Efforts, Inc. P.O. Box 111180 Nashville, TN 37222-1180.

 

Crock, Katherine I. Crock, nee Clift

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 23 Feb 2025

 Katherine I. Crock, 69, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family – the way she lived, always wanting to be with those who mattered most. Kathy was a devoted wife, mother, nana, and friend whose kindness, creativity, and adventurous spirit touched the lives of everyone she knew.

 Kathy is survived by her beloved husband, Ed Crock, her faithful companion and travel partner. Together, they shared many incredible journeys, creating memories that will be cherished forever. Kathy is also survived by her loving children: Ray Smithberger (Vesi Bikova and son Albert), Ranae Hamilton (Whitney), Stephanie Crock, Jeannette Feldner (Jason), Brandon Crock (Allison), Janelle Given (Jason), and Ryan Crock (Abby).

 Kathy’s precious 16 grandchildren were a constant source of joy for her and she is survived by Brendan Saling, Dr. Makayla Heil (Lane), Morgan Smithberger, Raegan Feldner (Brady Jacobs Bell), Hope Saling, Zoey Crock, Elise Hamilton, Carly Smithberger, Jacob Feldner, Ethan Crock, Macy Crock, Jillian Given, Jacy Crock, Grant Hamilton, Camy Crock, and Lilly Feldner.

 Kathy is also survived by her mother, Irene Clift and sisters Christina Ward (Dennis), Jeanine Colvin (Da­vid), sister-in-law Diane Clift and many nieces and nephews.

 Kathy was preceded in death by her father William (Bill) Clift and brother Billy Clift.

 Kathy had a deep love for crafting, particularly quilting, sewing, crocheting, and knitting. Her creations will forever be cherished as personal keepsakes by her family. She was also passionate about traveling, always seeking new experiences with Ed by her side, exploring new places and making lasting memories which included many adventures around the world showcasing Crock Custom Trucks.

 Beyond her hobbies, Kathy was a committed and active member of her community. She served as a youth leader for over 40 years in her church, a Girl Scout leader, and cheerleading advisor, fostering faith, leadership and character in future generations. Kathy was a director for Mary Kay, a Master Gardener and a member of organizations such as Business and Professional Women’s (BPW) group and Eastern Star. She contributed her time and expertise on the Noble County Airport Board and attended Lebanon Global Church.

 Friends and family are invited to gather for a celebration of Kathy’s life and to honor the beautiful person she was. Visitation will take place on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 2 to 8 p.m. at Chandler Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 609 West Street, Caldwell, OH 43724. A funeral service will be held Friday, February 28, 2025, at 1 p.m. in Chandler Funeral Home Chapel with Brad Peoples officiating. Services will conclude at the funeral home.

 In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to Lebanon Global Church, 30626 Lebanon Rd, Lower Salem, OH 45745 or Faith Baptist Church Blessing Baskets, 200 Grove Rd, Belle Valley, OH 43717, causes that were dear to Kathy’s heart.

 She will be greatly missed but forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Please join us in remembering Kathy by visiting her memorial at www. ChandlerFuneralHome. net.

 

Crum, Cecil L. Crum

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 25 Mar 2025

 Cecil L. Crum, 66, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, at Wetzel County Hospital, New Martinsville, W.V.

 He was born at Inez, Ky., on September 1, 1958, a son of the late Willie and Goldie Young Crum.

 Cecil was a former construction worker. He enjoyed woodworking and thrift shopping.

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Norma Harrison, Opal Dalton, Joyce Henderson and Linda Peniz; four brothers, John Hickman, Paul Crum, Larry Crum and Thorton Crum.

 Surviving are his wife, Penni Roe Crum, whom he married on June 28, 2001; one daughter, Samantha Crum of Woodsfield; one son, Jonathan Crum of Woodsfield; one sister, Thelma Whitt of Campbellsville, Ky.; several nieces and nephews.

 Friends will be received at Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78, Woodsfield, from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m.. Friday, March 28, 2025. with Pastor Herb Alexander of Grace Christian Church, Woodsfield, officiating.

 Burial will follow in Stafford Cemetery, Stafford, Ohio.

 

Dalrymple, Kayleigh Jade Dalrymple

Source:  The Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville, Ohio; Jan 2025

Kayleigh Jade Dalrymple, age 14, of Chillicothe,  Illinois passed away Friday, January 17, 2025 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois as the result of an automobile accident.

Kayleigh was born April 16, 2010 in Martins Ferry, Ohio a daughter of Michael D. Dalrymple and Jessica D. Shrewsbury.

Kayleigh was a freshman at Illinois Valley Central High School in Chillicothe.  She enjoyed life and spending time with her friends.  Her siblings were her world and every moment she spent with them was cherished.  She was loving, caring, free-spirited and enjoyed being outdoors.  Kayleigh was true to herself and was not afraid to speak her mind.

Surviving are her father, Michael, of Summerfield, Ohio and her mother, Jessica (Matthew Pilkington), of Chillicothe, Illinois; her siblings, Dillon Dalrymple of Chillicothe, Illinois, Makenzie Dalrymple of Woodsfield, Ohio, Nathaniel Huntsman of Ozark, Ohio, Noah Huntsman of Ozark, Ohio, Kynnlee Dalrymple of Woodsfield, Ohio, Khloe Dalrymple of Woodsfield, Ohio, Maycee Dalrymple of Canton, Ohio and Shaelyn Dalrymple of Summerfield, Ohio; her grandparents, Rose Seyferth (Ray Pilkington), Robert (Misty) Shrewsbury, Sandra Rose Dalrymple and Sheila Brooks; several aunts and uncles, Josh (Danielle) Shrewsbury, Chris Shrewsbury, Justice Shrewsbury, Alexis (Dakota) Sampson, Courtney (Chris) Smathers, Kristina (Casey) Lucas, and Lesley (Josh) Smith; also many cousins. Also surviving is Kayleigh's great-aunt, Lisa Nalley, who helped raise her.  Kaleigh was preceded in death by her grandfather, Harry Dalrymple,  and her great-uncle, Victor Mercer.

Visitation will be held Monday, January 27 at Wilson Funeral Home – Harper Chapel, Beallsville, Ohio from 12noon until the time of her funeral service at 3pm with Wayne Clark officiating. Cremation will take place following the service.

In lieu of flowers and keepsakes, contributions may be made in Kayleigh's memory to Wilson Funeral Home, 920 National Road, Bridgeport, Ohio  43912 to help with expenses.

 

Darrah, Glenn R. Darrah

Source:  The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon, online; 24 Mar 2025

 Glenn R. Darrah, 74, of Woodsfield, Ohio, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025, at WVU Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Glendale, W.V.

 He was born January 3, 1951, in Bellaire, Ohio, a son of the late Lenzy and Eula (Isaly) Darrah Jr.

 Glenn was a retired safety technician for CDI and a member of St. Johns United Church of Christ, Powhatan Point, Ohio, and Masonic Lodge # 597 F & AM Clarington, Ohio. Glenn was a nature lover, liked feeding the deer and watching the birds.

 In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Diane Darrah.

 He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kathie Schnegg Darrah; a brother, Roger (Susan) Darrah of Clarington; niece and nephews, Ryan (Rebecca) Darrah, Teresa (Tom) Crane, Casey Dietrich, Keith (Tina) Dietrich, Derek Dietrich, Jeff (Valerie) Dietrich; and great-nieces and -nephews, Evan and Olivia Darrah, Owen and Maggie Crane, Jacey, Alice, Isaac, Eve, Zackary and Ethan Dietrich.

 A Celebration of life will be held at a later date.

 Arrangements have been entrusted to Grisell Funeral Home, 125 Clarinda Drive, Clarington.

 Memorial contributions may be made to Cross Paws Animal Shelter 41383 Stonehouse Road Woodsfield, OH 43793.

 Expressions of sympathy at grisellfuneralhomes. com.

 

Dornon, Linda Marie Dornon

Source:  The Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville, Ohio; Feb 2025

Linda Marie Schmidt Dornon, 60, passed away Friday, February 7, 2025 at her home near Jerusalem, Ohio.  She was born February 26, 1964 in Graceville, Minnesota.

Linda was a retired employee of the Urbana City Schools and she was a member of the Beallsville American Legion Auxiliary #768.  She enjoyed watching movies and Football (especially the Minnesota Vikings), and playing on her laptop; Linda also enjoyed playing Bingo and cards.  She loved to travel and one of her favorite vacation destinations was Florida during the Winter months.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 41 years, John, who she married on April 28, 1984; a son, Ethan; a daughter, Mellisa (Joe) Gerards; grandchildren, Josh, Logan, Samaria, and Mikala; a great-grandson, Melvin Joseph; siblings, Alice Richardson, Edward Angerhofer, Mike Lemster, Nancy Asmussen, Lisa Schmidt, and Brenda Riggin; her mother-in-law, Glenna Dornon; sisters-in-law, Deb (Bill) Wain and Vickie Dornon (Mike Datkuliak); brothers-in-law, Walter (Barbara) Dornon and Donald (Kathy) Dornon; also many nieces and nephews.

Linda was preceded in death by her adoptive parents, Martin and Elda Hamann Schmidt; her biological parents, Martin Angerhofer and Audrey Winterowd; siblings, Victor Angerhofer, Allen Angerhofer, Geraldine Schmeichel, Stanley Angerhofer, Pauline Angerhofer; a half-brother, Brian Winterowd; her father-in-law, Walter Nelson Dornon; a brother-in-law, Orville Richardson; sisters-in-law, Shirley Angerhofer and Susan Dornon.

Honoring Linda's wishes, cremation will take place and a memorial gathering concluding with a memorial service will be held for family and friends at the Wilson Funeral Home - Harper Chapel, Beallsville on Saturday, February 22 from 11am until the time of the service at 1:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers and keepsakes, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to one of Linda’s favorite organizations, Beallsville American Legion Auxiliary #768, 52651 Broad Street Beallsville, Ohio 43716 and designated for Buckeye Girls State.

 

Durham, Timothy Scott Durham

Source:  The Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio; March, 2025

Timothy Scott Durham 61, of Woodsfield, Ohio passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, with his loved ones at his side. He was born on March 27, 1963, in Coshocton, Ohio to the late Donald E. and Joan M. (Holmes) Durham, Tim was a cherished husband, father, and papaw.

He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Janet Durham; his two sons, Jordan Durham, and Michael Durham; and his step-daughters, Lakota (Kyrie) Speakman, Casey Pickenpaugh, and Lynsey Schumacher. Tim was also a brother to Becky (Steve) Duelley, Tom (Debbie) Durham, Beth Durham, and the late Terry (Kathryn) Durham.

Tim was a proud Papaw to his granddaughter, Madelyn Rose Durham and grandson Mac Schumacher.

Tim was a 1981 graduate of Wellington High School and honorably served his country as a U.S. Army veteran. He dedicated 35 years of his life as a correctional officer in the Ohio prison system.

Tim enjoyed sitting on the porch watching the wildlife, the night sky, and spending time with his family, but he loved his role as Papaw the most.

Private services will be held, and it’s the family’s wish for those who knew and loved Tim to cherish their memories and hold them in their hearts. 

Arrangements by Bauer-Turner Funeral Home Woodsfield, Ohio.

 

 

 

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