Obituaries and Tributes

Kathelene Joyce Skaggs

Kathelene Joyce Skaggs

Jul 21, 2026

Kathelene Joyce Skaggs, 69, of Mingo Jct.,, OH passed away on July 21, 2026 to the late Woodrow Skaggs and also preceded in death by George Sogan her lifetime love of 40 years. 

She is surviving Isabell (Metz) Husband James Taylor. She is also survived by one sister Karen (David) Bowling of London, OH, granddaughter Ashlee & Brock Voss & family,...

Sonya Lynn Bokanovich

Sonya Lynn Bokanovich

Sep 12, 2026

Sonya Lynn Bokanovich, 64, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away on September 12, 2026 surrounded by family.  She was preceded in death by her father Sylvester Mozden, her husband Gary "Greek" Bokanovich, and her Aunt Janet Myers.  

Sonya was a homemaker for most of her life, she loved the color peach, her kids thought of her as the greatest mother. 

Sonya...

Simone Machine

Simone Machine

Sep 9, 2026

Simone Machine, 58, of St. Clairsville, OH passed away on September 9, at Wheeling Hospital. She was born on July 8th, 1968.  Simone was a kind, loving, and hardworking woman whose warmth and caring spirit touched the lives of everyone who knew her.  She was a woman who believed in working hard, caring for others, and finding joy in the...

Edward James Jones

Edward James Jones

Sep 9, 2026

Edward “Eddie” James Jones, 64, of Mingo Jct., passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 9, 2026.Eddie spent many of his days tending bar and enjoying his time surrounded by his closest friends at Rob’s Parkview Inn in Mingo Jct. He loved visiting his parents, Carol and Jim, and attending mass at St. Agnes Catholic Church on the weekends....

Cynthia "Cindy" Kay Jordan

Cynthia "Cindy" Kay Jordan

Sep 7, 2026

Cynthia "Cindy" Kay Jordan, 72, of Steubenville, OH passed away on September 7, 2026 at UPMC Mercy Hospital surrounded by family.  She was born on March 14, 1954 to the late Allen Edgar Hammer and Dorothy A. (Rogers) Thomas. She is survived by her long time boyfriend Donnie Vandevander of Rivertown, WV,  two siblings Linda (Henry) Vandeborne of Waynesburg, and...

Judith Arleen (Vessels) McAnarney

Judith Arleen (Vessels) McAnarney

Sep 6, 2026

Judith Arleen Vessels McAnarney, 82, of Wheeling WV passed away on September 6, 2026, at Liza’s Place in Wheeling, WV.

She was born July 25, 1944, in Wheeling, WV, the daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy (Bogard) Vessels. She was a homemaker who enjoyed watching television and spoiling her grandchildren and favorite dog, Coco.

In addition to her parents, Judith was...

Howard Leo "Howie" Templin

Howard Leo "Howie" Templin

Sep 6, 2026

And then there were three!  It is with great sadness that the wife, children, brother and sister announce the death of Howard Leo Templin.  Howard's passing was peaceful in the 89th year of life at Select Specialty Hospital in Weirton, WV.  on Sunday  September 6th, 2026.  Howard "Howie" was born on October 11, 1937, the third child of the late...

"Ed" "Edward" Thurmond

"Ed" "Edward" Thurmond

Sep 1, 2026

Paul Edward Thurmond, known to all as Ed, passed away peacefully on September 1st at Liza’s Place, where he entered into the loving arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ.

Ed was born on September 15, 1941, in Phoenix, Arizona, to the late Paul W. Thurmond and Emma (Lindquist) Thurmond. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sandy (Hawkins) Thurmond,...

Walter "Wadz" John Bikoski Jr.

Walter "Wadz" John Bikoski Jr.

Aug 30, 2026

Walter John Bikoski Jr., lovingly known as “Wadz,” passed away at home on August 30, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born on November 22, 1948, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, and lived a life marked by devotion to family, hard work, generosity, and the simple joys that brought people together.

Walter was a graduate of Dillonvale High School. He went...

Amber Brianne Davis

Amber Brianne Davis

Aug 29, 2026

In Loving Memory of Amber Davis

 Amber Davis, age 47, of Brilliant, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 29, joining her mom, Marlene McDonald and leaving behind a lifetime of love, laughter, memories, and a presence that could never be replaced.

 Amber was one of a kind. She had a huge personality, a heart that loved without conditions, and a way of...

Albert Lee Wise

Albert Lee Wise

Aug 27, 2026

Albert Lee Wise, known to many as Al, passed away on August 27, 2026, in McMechen, West Virginia, after a lengthy battle with liver disease. He was born on May 30, 1970, in Glen Dale, West Virginia, and his life was marked by humor, generosity, and deep love for his family.

Al will be remembered as an outgoing and charismatic man...

Frank Edward Raber

Frank Edward Raber

Aug 25, 2026



With heavy hearts and profound gratitude, we remember and honor the life of Frank Edward Raber, who passed away peacefully of natural causes due to old age on August 25, 2026, at Valley Hospice Care Center North, at the age of 96.

Born on November 21, 1929, in Marion, West Virginia, Frank was a witness to nearly a century of history,...

Mark Edward Collins

Mark Edward Collins

Aug 23, 2026

Mark Edward Collins, 64, of Steubenville, OH passed away on August 23, 2026 at Weirton Medical Center.  He was born on January 26, 1962 to his late parents. He was disabled for most of his life, he also lived in a box under a bridge in Massachusetts for 10 years.  He died with no funds to his name.  A Crowd...

William Michael Cole

William Michael Cole

Aug 22, 2026

William Micael Cole, 79, of Rayland, OH passed away at home  on August 22, 2026 surrounded by family.  He was born on March 21, 1947 to the late George Edward Blair Cole and the late Theresa Isabella (Steller) Cole.  He is also preceded in death by son Eric Lee Lynn, and brother Leonard Cole.  William worked for the Village of...

Nancy Lee Fellows

Nancy Lee Fellows

Aug 22, 2026

Nancy Lee Fellows, 74, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on August 22, 2026 at Weirton Medical Center.  She was born on September 24, 1952 to the late Michael and Viola Mae (Easterday) Lucas.

  She is also preceded in death by one son William Joseph Young, four siblings Cindy, Bobbie, Tommy Lucas, and baby brother Michale "Mickie" Lucas.  Nancy was...

Darlene Blanche (Beatty) Kakascik

Darlene Blanche (Beatty) Kakascik

Aug 21, 2026

Darlene Blanche (Beatty) Kakascik, 87, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on August 21, 2026 at U.P.M.C. Mercy Hospital.  She was born on June 21, 1939 to the late Harley R. and Winona (Lambright) Beatty, she is also preceded by her husband Thomas "Dilly" Fredrick Kakascik, one sister Bonnie Maffit.  She worked for Kaufman and then Macy's in the Fort...

Barbara Ellen Frye

Barbara Ellen Frye

Aug 20, 2026

Barbara Ellen Frye, 83, of Bellaire, Ohio, passed away peacefully at her home on August 20, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly.



Barbara was born on May 9, 1943, to the late Clark and Esther (Anderson) White. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Tonya Frye, as well as five of...

Barbara Ellen Snyder

Barbara Ellen Snyder

Aug 19, 2026

Barbara Ellen (Brown) Snyder, 88, died peacefully on August 19, 2026, surrounded by family. Born April 15, 1938, to George & Mary (Courtwright) Brown of Martins Ferry, Ohio. Barbara was the 9th of 9 children. She is preceded in death by her brother Charles Brown, and sisters: Elsie Conaway, Evelyn Fishow, Dorothy Habermehl, JoAnn Nobile, Clara Steele, and Lulu Lopreste....

Rose Marie Stewart

Rose Marie Stewart

Aug 18, 2026

Rose Marie (Rogers) Stewart, 71, of Steubenville, OH passed away on August 18, 2026 at Trinity West Hospital.  She was born on May 26, 1955 to the late Rosezella Rogers, She is also preceded in death by her husband Charles R. Stewart, and a sister Betty Rogers.   She was a Homemaker for most of her life.  She is survived...

David Joseph Kammer

David Joseph Kammer

Aug 17, 2026

David Joseph Kammer, 63, of Wheeling, WV, passed away on August 17, 2026 at Wheeling Hospital surrounded by his family.  He was born on January 15, 1963 to the late Charles and Sharon (Bodkin) Kammer, one baby Jonathan David Kammer, and one brother Joseph Kammer, and his late ex-wife Charlotte (Vansickle) Kammer.   

David was a mechanic most of his life,...