Obituaries and Tributes

May 13, 2023

Paul Barnett Birmelin, 88, of Martins Ferry, OH Formerly of Mansfield, OH crossed over on May 13, 2023.  Paul was a native of Mansfield, Ohio born on August 1, 1934,  to Russel G. and Mildred G. (Picking) Birmelin.  Paul graduated from Mansfield Senior High School in 1953.  He was a retired foreman of AK Steel Mansfield, formerly Empire-Detroit Steel...

May 11, 2023

Tonya Gail Mossor, 51, of Wintersville, OH passed away on May 11, 2023 surrounded by family.  She was born on July 5, 1971 to Joe and Judy Sparks of Follansbee. Tonya was a loving mother and grandmother.  She is survived by her husband Calvin Wayne Mossor of 19 years, three children Brittany (Dakota Martin) Brown of Steubenville, Sean (Taylor)...

May 9, 2023

Robin Ann Andrews, 52, of Steubenville, OH passed away on May 9, 2023 at Trinity West.  She was born on November 20, 1970 to Sara Ann (Vance) Nonemaker. Robin worked as a mail carrier at the W.H. Sammis Power Plant,  VFW Post 80, and the Friendly Tavern both in Steubenville. Robin is survived by her husband John Patrick McKinney...

May 8, 2023

Ruth Lee Fankhouser April 23, 1932 – May 8, 2023 (age 91) Ruth Lee Fankhouser, 91, of Mingo Junction, OH passed away on May 8, 2023. She was born in New Martinsville, WV, to the late Marion R. Fankhouser and Ida I. (Prunty) Fankhouser. She was proceeded in death by brothers Marion Fankhouser and George Fankhouser and by her...

May 7, 2023

Donald L. Hanlin, 73, of Mingo Jct, OH passed away at home with his family by his side on May 7, 2023.  He was born on September 17, 1949 to the late Elza "Buck and Blanche (Jones) Hanlin.  He is also preceded in death by five brothers Jim, Martin, Bobbie, Billie, and Eugene Hanlin, and three sisters Thelma Abshire,...

May 6, 2023

Gary Richard Hastwell, 71, of Steubenville, OH passed away on May 6, 2023.  He was born on March 11, 1952 to the late Richard and Winona (Tierney) Hastwell.  Gary is survived by his daughter Erin Hastwell of Cleveland, OH, and one brother David Hastwell of Wintersville. Gary served in the U.S. Army.   There will be no services at this...

May 6, 2023

Robert Thomas Howcroft, 76, of Berholz, OH passed away on May 6, 2023 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  He was born on February 15, 1947 to the late Wilfred and Clara (Rush) Howcroft.  He is also preceded in death by one brother Jack Eynon, and one sister JoAnn "DeDe" Halpin.  Robert retired from the 80 inch here in...

Apr 27, 2023

Linda Sue Striker, 63, of Cadiz, OH passed away on April 27, 2023 at Harrison Community Hospital.  She was born on October 15, 1959 to the late Denver Thomas and Judith Arlene (Writer) Green.  She is also preceded in death by two brothers Denver T. Green Jr., and William W. Green.  Linda was a home maker for most of...

Apr 26, 2023

Margaret Lynn Mackay, 69, of Bloomingdale, OH passed away on April 26, 2023 at Valley Hospice Care Center North in Steubenville, OH.  She was born in Tuxedo, NY on December 19, 1953 to the late Frank R. and Margaret (Roesler) Errico.  She is also preceded in death by a daughter Kearstyn Sage Krinsky, and two brothers Richard Errico and...

Apr 24, 2023

Benjamin Edward McCormick, 80, of Bellaire, OH died Monday April 24th 2023 at home with his loving family.  He was born September 27th 1942 in Shadyside, OH to the late Thomas and Maud McCormick.  Ben was a retired coal miner and Methodist by faith.  He was a life member of the VFW and the DAV.  He also loved Fishing...

Apr 19, 2023

Anthony Carmen Blancato, 50, of Bloomingdale, OH passed away on April 19, 2023 at home.  He was born on September 16, 1972 to the late Guy Blancato and surviving mother Donna Mae (Riggs) Blancato of Toronto, OH.  He is survived by two children Anthony Balancoto Jr. of Boardman, OH and Carmen Blancato of Mingo Jct., three siblings Kristina (Lee)...

Apr 13, 2023

Susan Denise Clutter, 43, of Steubenville, OH passed away on April 13, 2023 at Trinity West.  She was born on August 20, 1979 to the late Jess Clutter and surviving Suzanne (Lee) Clutter.  Susan was also preceded in death by a brother Jess Robert Clutter.  Susan is survived by four children Heaven (Justin) Harvey Sanantonio, Tx, Johnathon Clutter of...

Apr 11, 2023

Jaymee M. Willey, 49, went to be with the Lord on April 11th, 2023 surrounded by her loving family and friends.  Jaymee was born on October 8th, 1973 in Steubenville.  She was preceded in death by her brother Michael, parents Michael and Carolyn Willey, maternal and paternal grandparents and her sister, Terry Willey.  Jaymee is survived by her sister...

Apr 11, 2023

Mari Ann "Angel" Helmick, 53, of Wheeling, WV, passed away on April 11, 2023.   She was born on August 8, 1969 to the late Edward Blaine Dewitt and Surviving Sharon ((Butch)) (Vernon) Popovich of Florida.  Mari Ann AKA "Angel"  was a Head Start Cordinator for many years, she attened WV Business College in Clarksburg, WV, and was a former...

Apr 10, 2023

David Zachary Wilhelm Sr., 72, of Brilliant, OH passed away on April 10, 2023 at Trinity West.  He was born on February 11, 1951 to the late Kenneth and Elizabeth (Jack) Wilhelm.  He is also preceded in death by his wife Rebecca J. "Becky" (Antill) Wilhelm in 2018, and one brother Joseph Wilhelm.  David was a carpenter by trade...

Apr 6, 2023

Leonard John Toups Jr., 63, of Steubenville, OH passed away on April 6, 2023 at Trinity West. He was born on August 27, 1959 to the late Leonard John Sr. and Mary Ruth (Knapp) Toups.  He is survived by three children Leonard John (Gisela) Toups III, Candance Dawn Toups  both of Houston, TX, and Ashley Marie (LaRock) Dean of...

Apr 5, 2023

Steven Michael Hall, 65, of Wintersville Ohio, passed away on April 5th, 2023 at Carriage Inn of Steubenville, from complications following a stroke.

Steven Hall loved talking to people from all walks of life, had a great sense of humor, loved to cook for people, and even though he could be difficult at times he...

Apr 5, 2023

David "Dave" Becker, 70, of Wheeling, WV passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 5, 2023.  He was born on June 9, 1952 to the late Russel and Gertrude (Rickus) Becker.   Dave retired from Wheeling- Pittsburgh Steel with 31 years as a Hooker/Cellarman.  Dave had good sense of humor and loved jokes, wood working, and...

Apr 3, 2023

Marlene Elaine (Barr) McDonald 65 of Brilliant Ohio passed away on April 3rd, 2023, at her home. She was born May 3rd, 1956, in Steubenville Ohio to the late Chester C. and Nellie E. (Gillespie) Barr. Marlene was a 1975 graduate of Buckeye North High School. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother...

Apr 2, 2023

Gilfred James Robertson, 68, of Steubenville, OH passed away on April 2, 2023.  He was born on March 25, 1955 to the late Gilfred Leroy and Elizabeth (Cooper) Robertson.  He is also preceded in death by the love of his life Roberta "Bo" Morris, four siblings John O' Neill, Theresa Leoni, Laura Moorehead, and Susan Robertson.  Gilfred enjoyed fishing,...