Obituaries and Tributes

Lois Elaine Achhammer

Lois Elaine Achhammer

Nov 29, 2025

Lois Elaine Achhammer, 80, lovingly known as "Toots," passed away unexpectedly on November 29, 2025, at Trinity West in Steubenville, Ohio. Born in Annapolis, Ohio, on March 5, 1945, Lois was a proud graduate of Springfield High School, and throughout her life, she dedicated herself to both her family and her profession.

Lois had a remarkable career as an EMT at...

William "Kelley" Atherton

William "Kelley" Atherton

Nov 28, 2025

William "Kelley" Atherton, a man whose spirit resonated through the lives of many, was born on September 5, 1950, in Bellaire, Ohio. He captured the hearts of his family and friends throughout his remarkable journey, sharing his life with the world until his passing on November 28, 2025, at Liza's Place Valley Hospice.

Kelley was a man of diverse talents and...

Nancy Strange

Nancy Strange

Dec 3, 2025

Nancy Lee Strange formerly Nancy Sabo, 72, of Wheeling, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, in Wheeling, West Virginia. 

Born December 29, 1952, in Bellaire, Ohio, Nancy was the daughter of the late Forrest and Helen Strange.

Nancy was unapologetically “Strange” in the best possible way—stubborn, strong-willed, and fiercely devoted to the people she loved, especially her grandchildren. She...

Gregory Stephen Thomas

Gregory Stephen Thomas

Dec 3, 2025

Gregory Stephen Thomas, 70, of Wheeling, WV passed away on December 3, 2025 at Liza's Place.  He was born on August 2, 1955 to the late George H. and Mary Madelyn (Saligo) Thomas.  He is also preceded in death by one brother Jason Thomas.  Greg was a Wheeling Centeral Graduate, a truck driver and a custodian.  He is survived by...

Bertha Rose (Orban) Crossland

Bertha Rose (Orban) Crossland

Nov 30, 2025

Bertha Rose (Orban) Crossland, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully at her home in Tiltonsville, OH, on November 30, 2025, at the age of 99.5. Born on April 15, 1926, in Mingo Junction, Ohio, Bertha lived a life rich with love, laughter, and cherished memories. 

For over 20 years, she dedicated herself as a clerk at Strabley’s in...

Shirley Jean Sinkarow

Shirley Jean Sinkarow

Nov 30, 2025

Shirley Jean Sinkarow, a devoted homemaker and cherished matriarch, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home after a brief illness. Born on January 14, 1954, in Hundred, West Virginia, Shirley touched the lives of everyone she encountered with her sweet spirit and unwavering commitment to family.

For most of her life, Shirley dedicated herself to...

Roger Lee Kaiser

Roger Lee Kaiser

Nov 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger Lee Kaiser, affectionately known as "Rog" or "Kaz," who left this world on November 27, 2025, at the Valley Hospice Care Center North, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on August 7, 1972, in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Roger lived a life filled with laughter, friendship, and...

Elizabeth "Liz" Arlene (Walker) Smogonovich

Elizabeth "Liz" Arlene (Walker) Smogonovich

Nov 26, 2025

Elizabeth "Liz" Arlene Smogonovich, affectionately known as “Liz” and widely adored as “mema,” 98, left this world on November 26, 2025, in Steubenville, Ohio. Born on October 8, 1927, in the quaint town of Mt. Pleasant, Ohio, Liz was a beacon of light to all who knew her.

A devoted worker, Liz dedicated 42 years of her life to Capri Sausage,...

Lawrence "Larry" Allen Erickson

Lawrence "Larry" Allen Erickson

Nov 21, 2025

Lawrence "Larry" Allen Erickson, 37, of Yorkville, OH left this world for the next one on November 21, 2025 surrounded by his family. 

 He was born on October 27, 1988 to the late Basil Allen Shaffer and his mother Tricia (Ernest Kemp) Erickson.  He is also survived by two sisters April Shaffer of Wheeling and Nancy Erickson of Bridgeport.  

There will...

Katja Ann Hauser

Katja Ann Hauser

Nov 18, 2025

Katja Ann Hauser, 55, of Weirton, WV passed away on November 18, 2025 at Trinity West surrounded by family.  She was born on September 14, 1970 to her father the late Vincent Wagenhoffer.

She is survived by her mother Lydia (Barthelmes) Wagenhoffer, two daughters Kaitlyn (Tyler) McFarland-Breece of Weirton, Amber Hauser of Virginia, four grandchildren Santino, Gionnis, Emily, and Tyler Jr.,...

Frank Gilbert Wilson

Frank Gilbert Wilson

Nov 14, 2025

Frank Gilbert Wilson, 56, of Steubenville, passed away on November 14, 2025.  He was born on April 27, 1969, to the late Frank Delbert and Roberta (Koon) Wilson.  He is also preceded in death by his brother Todd Michael Wilson.  Frank is survived by his son Frank Speer of California, his wife Clarissa (Morris) Wilson of Smithfield, three brothers Scott...

Audrey K Laffey

Audrey K Laffey

Nov 13, 2025

Audrey K. Laffey, a cherished mother, devoted wife, beloved sister, and doting grandmother, was born on November 10, 1947, in Wheeling, West Virginia. She graced this world with her kindness and warmth until her passing on November 13, 2025, following a long and courageous battle with lung disease.

Audrey dedicated herself to a rewarding career as a nursing assistant for an...

Phillip Sartor

Phillip Sartor

Nov 11, 2025

Phillip Sartor, 73, of Weirton, WV God called him home on November 11, 2025 at Trinity West Surrounded by family. He was born on October 31, 1952 to the late Frank Sr. and Fannie (Harris) Sartor. He is also preceded in death by one brother Edward Sartor, one brother in Law Delbert Oldham, brother in Law Theodore Freeman. He graduated...

Carl Wayne Huffman

Carl Wayne Huffman

Nov 11, 2025

Carl Wayne Huffman, 72, of Mingo Junction, Ohio, passed away on November 11, 2025. Born December 22, 1952, in Steubenville, Ohio, he was the son of the late Carl Raymond Huffman Jr. and Maxine (Clark) Huffman.

Wayne worked as a coal miner and union leader before joining the U.S. Army at age 30, where he served as a paratrooper with the...

John Keith "Schooly" Schoolcraft

John Keith "Schooly" Schoolcraft

Nov 8, 2025

John Keith "Schooly" Schoolcraft, 68, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away unexpectedly on November 8, 2025 at Weirton Medical Center. 

 He was born on February 2, 1957 to the late Sherrill and Sophia (Dojonovic) Schoolcraft.  John was a 1975 graduate of Mingo High School, and worked for AEP as a Heavy machine operator and worked the dock.  He also was a...

Carl Patrick Wells

Carl Patrick Wells

Nov 4, 2025

Carl Patrick Wells, 59, of Bridgeport, OH passed away on November 4, 2025 at Liza's Place surrounded by his family.  He was born on February 20, 1966 to the late Lynn Wright and Surviving mother Katherine "Eileen" Carney .  He is also preceded in death by Kennith Wells.  Carl worked as an Escort for Pilot Services (for Hauling big freight)...

William Edward Haislet Jr.

William Edward Haislet Jr.

Nov 3, 2025

William Edward Haislet Jr., 61, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on November 3, 2025 at home surrounded by the love of his family. 

He was born on August 18, 1964 to his surviving parents William Edward and Carolyn Fae (Shaw) Haislet.  He is also survived by two children William Edward (Blake) Haislet III of Steubenville, Matthew Haislet of Mingo Jct.,...

Charles Richard Archer

Charles Richard Archer

Nov 1, 2025

Charles Richard Archer, 64, of New Manchester, WV passed away at home on November 1, 2025.  He was born on April 10, 1961, to the late Charles William and Patricia Eileen (Anderson) Archer.  One son Joshua Archer, New Cumberland and two grandchildren Kylie Archer and Layden Archer, one sister Kathryn Ann Beagle of New Cumberland, WV.  

Charles graduated from Oak...

Michael Allen Mills

Michael Allen Mills

Oct 30, 2025

Michael Allen Mills, 43, of Steubenville, OH passed away on October 30, 2025 unexpectedly while at work.  He was born on June 4, 1982 to the late Jesse and Audrey (Jackson) Mills.  

Michael was a graduate of Edison Local and love to work on Vehicles.  He is survived by his daughter Haylie Mills and boyfriend Evan Byers of Cadiz, OH,...

Samantha Rule

Samantha Rule

Oct 30, 2025

Samantha Minor "Sami" Rule, born on April 12, 1976, in Wheeling, West Virginia, was a remarkable individual whose warmth and kindness touched all who knew her. She departed this world unexpectedly on October 30, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion that will linger in the hearts of her family and friends for eternity.

Sami’s life was a beautiful...