Obituaries and Tributes

Apr 23, 2025

Roy A. Sutton, 80, of Brilliant, OH passed away on April 23, 2025 at The Meadows of Cadiz. He was born on January 28, 1945 to the late Theodore and Della (Fox) Sutton. 

He is also preceded in death by brothers Richard, David, Roland, Paul, Ralph, Roger Sutton.

 He is survived by his wife of 48 years Charlotte (Cook) Sutton, several nephews,...

Apr 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary Edward Smith, who left this world on April 22, 2025, at the age of 75. Though his departure came too soon, we find solace in knowing that he is now at peace after a long battle with mental illness.  Born on April 21, 1950, Gary was a beloved...

Apr 20, 2025

Debbie (Kubat) Bensie of Rush Run passed away on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 at the Carriage Inn of Steubenville surrounded by her loved ones. Debbie is survived by her husband of 42 years, Joel Bensie, her two daughters, Joelle and Heather Bensie, her grandchildren, Autumn Grafton, Ashton and Trenton Bensie, and her beloved Granddog, Reedus. Debbie was born on...

Apr 17, 2025

Melvin Eugene Magnuson, 80, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on April 17, 2025 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  He was born on October 12, 1944 to the late Charles and Mae Bell (Gentry) Magnuson.  Melvin was a member of Apostolic of Ohio Valley, Inc., in Beach Bottom, WV. He is survived by his wife Martha R. (Staudacher) Magnuson,...

Apr 14, 2025

James "Jimmy" Wilson Nightengale Jr., 66 of Wheeling, WV passed away on April 14, 2025 at Wheeling Hospital.

Jimmy attended Russell Nesbbit School in Fulton, WV, and enjoyed listening and singing to music.

He was born on January 24, 1959 to the late James Wilson and Elizabeth Isabelle (Robinson) Nightengale.

He is also preceded in death by three sisters Virginia Louise Nightengale, Patricia...

Apr 14, 2025

Nadean Michelle Miller, 52, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on April 14, 2025 at Trinity West. She is preceded in death by parents John Wade and Mary Ann (Huffman) McCaffery. Nadean worked as a Chef for many years, she also worked for her mom. She was a loving and caring mother who was very nurturing. She leaves behind the...

Apr 13, 2025

Richard Jay Conkle II, a loving father and grandfather, whose vibrant spirit touched those around him, was born on December 24, 1966, in Chattahoochee, Georgia. A graduate of Oak Glen High School, Richard embarked on a journey that led him to forge a career at the Homer Laughlin China Company, where his dedication and skill were evident in every task...

Apr 12, 2025

Cathy Virginia Melko, 72, of Wintersville, OH passed away on April 12, 2025 surrounded by family.  She was born on August 20, 1952 to the late William "Willy" Robert and Virginia Catherine (Crouch) Menzel. She is also preceded in death by her husband James Michael Melko, one child  J.R  Melko,  daughter in law Edith Melko, and one sister Connie Tolman....

Apr 11, 2025

Apr 8, 2025

Kenneth Alan Thomas Gorby, 47, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away on April 8, 2025 at Valley Hospice Liza's Place. He was born on January 11, 1978 to the late Michael Gorby and surviving Dorothy (Welling) Gorby. He is also survived by his wife Elizabeth Jean (Howell) Gorby, two children Terri Jerningan-Gorby of Martins Ferry, and Carrie Nicola of Martins...

Apr 6, 2025

Kathleen Thomas, 80, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on April 6, 2025 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  She was born on February 19, 1945 to the late George Lewis and Sarah Viola (Bender) Brown.  She is also preceded in death by two sisters Rose Fry and Joann Brown, and one brother John Brown.  Kathleen worked at Sears in...

Apr 2, 2025

Timothy Thomas Jones, 73, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away unexpectedly.  He was born on October 30, 1951 to the late Thomas and Agnes (Sparks) Jones.  He worked as a HVAC Technician for most of his life, a career that carried over to his sons.  He is survived by his wife whom he knew since she was 7,  Katherine Patricia...

Mar 28, 2025

Kevin Allen Baker, 40, of Powhatan Point, OH, passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2025. He was born on June 24, 1984 to the late Kurt Baker, and Surviving Shirley Ann (Spano) Baker. He is also preceded in death by maternial grandmother Joyce Spano, paternal grandparents Valerie and Glenn Baker. Kevin loved dirt track racing, morning visits to Mc D's...

Mar 27, 2025

Robert Kincaid Light, 88, of Steubenville, OH passed away on March 27, 2025 at Valley Hospice Care Center North surrounded by his family.  He was born on December 28, 1936 to the late Cecil and Bernice (Hayes) Light.  He is also preceded in death by his wife of 61 years Mary Anne (Rouse) Light, one son Robert Stephen Light (1994),...

Mar 19, 2025

Suzanne (Lee) Clutter, born on February 9, 1947, in East Liverpool, Ohio, departed this world on March 19, 2025, at Trinity West. Her journey through life was brightened by her warm heart and spirited personality, qualities that drew others to her and made an indelible mark on those fortunate enough to know her.

For fifteen years, Suzanne dedicated herself to her...

Mar 18, 2025

Bryan Jason Whittaker, 44, of Mt. Pleasant, OH passed away on March 18, 2025 at Davis Medical Center in Elkins, WV.  He was born on September 14, 1980 to the late Russel Whittaker.  He is survived by his mother Debbie Kay (Risdon) Whittaker, wife Kelly Ann (Smith) Whittaker, one son Devan Whittaker,  one daughter Kaylee Jean Whittaker, and one step...

Mar 16, 2025

Lawrence L. Oliver Jr., 67, of Hopedale, OH passed away on March 16, 2025 at West Penn Hospital Pittsburgh, Pa.   He was born on May 7, 1957 to the late Lawrence L. Sr.  and Geraldine M. (Eger) Oliver.  Lawrence was in the United States Air force for 4 years, loved to garden and loved to work in the yard....

Mar 15, 2025

Donna Jean McCarthy, 89, of Steubenville, OH passed away on March 15, 2025 at The Laurels of Steubenville. She was born on March 3, 1936 to the late John and Mary (Proctor) Stenger. She was also preceded in death by one son Perry McCarthy, and a sister Judy (Stenger) Santilli.

She worked for Capital One Bank for most of her life.

She...

Mar 15, 2025

Antoinette "Toni "Smith, 78, of Benwood, WV passed away on March 15, 2025 at Wheeling Hospital unexpectedly.

She was born on November 4, 1947 to the late Joseph Michael and Teresa (Pollock) Kazemka. She is also preceded in death by one daughter Tammy Smith (2024), sibling Albert Kazemka, Toni was a bookkeeper for the Fort Henry Club, Home Pro on 29th...

Mar 15, 2025

Lucy Beals, 84, passed away peacefully, reunited in rest with her beloved husband and son. She leaves behind a loving family, including her daughter, son, four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren, who will forever cherish her warmth, wisdom, and kindness

Lucy lived a life full of love and resilience always putting family at the heart of everything she did. She will be...