Obituaries and Tributes

Dec 20, 2023

John William Sampson, 50, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on December 20, 2023 at home.  He was born on October 20, 1973 to the late William Blackburn and surviving Barbara (Parrish) Grandy of North Carolina.  He is also preceded in death by his step father Jay Floyd Grandy.  John was a big time star wars fan, Sci Fi...

Dec 15, 2023

Susie Leota Plotts, 71, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on December 15, 2023 at WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital.  She was born on March 23, 1952 to the late Earl Joseph and Deloris (Spicer) Dorey.  She is survived by her husband of 37.5 years Daniel Wayne Plotts, three children Donnie Milewskey, Daniel (Katherine) Milewskey, and Gene Smith, three grandchildren,...

Dec 11, 2023

Mary Margaret Glasure, 67, of Toronto, OH passed away on December 11, 2023 at home surrounded by family.  She was born in Steubenville to the late Robert Glasure and the late Evelyn (Tackas) Butler.  Also preceded in death by one sister, Diana "Deedee" Davis.  Mary was a member of the CornerStone Church and was a proud grandmother.  She is...

Dec 7, 2023

Denise Renee Rawson, 45, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on December 7, 2023 at home unexpectedly.  She was born on March 11, 1978 to her parents Frank Blackburn and Darlene (Mills) Lewis both of Mingo Jct. She was preceded in death by daughter Chloe' Marie Rawson.  Denise was an Admission Administrator/ Social Services  for Lancia Villa Vista, she...

Dec 5, 2023

Kathy Lynn (Knox) Gardner, 74, of Steubenville, OH passed away on December 5, 2023 at home surrounded by loved ones.  Kathy was born on May 11, 1949 in Wheeling, WV, the daughter of the late Edward and Dorothy June (Barrett) Knox.  Kathy was also preceded in death by her soulmate Walter (Jerry) Gardner; two brothers: John and Edward Knox...

Dec 4, 2023

Donald Louis Hughes Jr., 64, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away on December 4, 2023 at Wheeling Hospital.  He was born on September 29, 1959 to the late Donald Louis Sr. and Nancy Lee (Polaski) Hughes.  He is also preceded in death by his wife Sharon Lee (Littleton) Hughes, two brothers Richie Hughes and Walter Hughes.  He is survived...

Dec 3, 2023

Ilia (Torres) Gonzalez, 78, of Wintersville, OH passed away on December 3, 2023 at home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on October 8, 1945 in San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico to the late Julio and Paula (Reyes) Torres.  She is also preceded in death by her husband Cruz Ashley Gonzalez.  Ilia was a factory worker in her...

Dec 1, 2023

Lessie Savoy departed this life on December 1. 2023 at 6:40 pm at East Ohio Regional Hospital. Lessie was born November 1, 1960 to the late Margaret Henson's Coney and the late Clarence Savoy in Nanjemoy, Maryland.   Lessie was educated in the Charles county public school system, she was baptized at an early age at Oak Grove Missionary Baptist...

Dec 1, 2023

Michael Anthony Schramm, 67, of Shadyside, OH passed away on December 1, 2023 with his daughter and son in law by his side.  He was the son of the late Raymond and Vera (Shunk) Schramm. He is also preceded in death by his wife Brenda (Bumgardener) Schramm.   He is survived by one daughter Rachel (Calvin) Tower of Shadyside, and...

Nov 29, 2023

David Kerns Jr, 28, of Wheeling, WV, passed away on November 29th, 2023 David Kerns Jr is survived by his parents,David Kerns Sr and Betty Armstrong. He leaves behind his sisters Samantha Klug, Skylar Armstrong, Maranda King, and his brother Donavan King; his maternal grandmothers, Joyce Baker and Charlene Armstrong; his aunt, Shawna Maxwell. David was kind-hearted to know...

Nov 29, 2023

Dorothy M. (Danehart) Zegarsky of Wheeling, WV was called home by our Lord on November 29, 2023 in 66th year.  She was born in Wheeling, WV daughter of Clyde & Joan Danehart.  She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Raymond Andrew Zegarsky.  Surviving are her two children, daughter, Tashina R (Zegarsky) Harris and husband Paul.  Son...

Nov 29, 2023

Kay Lynn Dylewski, 71, of Steubenville, OH passed away with her son and newly daughter in law by her side.  Kay was born on February 25, 1952 in Steubenville, OH Daughter of the late John and Frances (Mihalek) Spicer.  Kay is also preceded in death by her husband James Dylewski, and her son Justin John Dylewski. Kay loved her...

Nov 28, 2023

Melody Lee Clark, 46, of Adena, OH,  passed away on November 28, 2023.  The Daughter  of the late Albert Rayna (Swyers) Milbert.  She was also preceded in death by one brother Dave Milbert.  A graduate of Buckeye Local High School, she loved to debate with people, loved cheeseburgers, and was a loving mother.  She leaves behind to cherish her...

Nov 21, 2023

Ralph Michael Manna, 58, of Toronto, OH  passed away on November 21, 2023.  Ralph worked in Telemarketing for many years and was a great salesman, also was a graduate of Big Red High School.  He was preceded in death by Ralph and Elizabeth (Borelli) Manna.  He is survived by his brother Joseph Carapucci of Toronto, and sister Crystal Thompson...

Nov 19, 2023

John E. Anzak, 66, Hannibal, Ohio passed away on Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023 at home. He was born on July 31, 1957, to the late Shirley (Cochran) and John Anzak. He was an employee of the US Postal Service for 32 years, where he served 24 years as Post Master before retiring on his birthday in 2009. He enjoyed...

Nov 12, 2023

Michael Joseph Hess, 64, of Powhatan Point, OH, passed away on November 12, 2023 at home.  He was born on June 16, 1959 to the late Earl and Etta Mae (Baker) Hess.  He was a bike, Furniture, and whatever else needed to be assembled at Walmart in Moundsville, WV. Michael loved the American colors white signifies Purity and innocence;...

Nov 11, 2023

Michele "Shell" Boone, 66, of Washington, PA passed away peacefully on November 11, 2023 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  She was born on August 30, 1957 to the late Alan and Deloris (    )  Mossler.  She is survived by her husband Steven Martin Boone, three children William Wood, Adam Boone and Joy Boone all of Washington, four grandchildren...

Nov 11, 2023

John A. Prati (Ollie), 77 of Rayland, OH passed away on November 11, 2023 at Wheeling Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on April 2, 1946 in Martin Ferry, OH. Son of the late Ollie and Anna (Stanko) Prati. John is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years Sharon (Sponhaltz) Prati, daughter Donna (John) Cottage,...

Nov 9, 2023

Barbara Ellen Birmelin 88, of Bellaire, OH, passed away on November 9, 2023 after a long illness.  Barbara was born in Marion, OH on September 2, 1935 to the late Michael and Mildred (Needles) Maple. On August 13, 1954 Barbara married the late Paul Birmelin and subsequently had three children: Tracy Lee, Lois and Michael Russel.  Barbara had many...

Nov 8, 2023

Katherine Jean Devore, 85, of Brilliant, OH passed away on November 8, 2023  at Valley Hospice North. She was born on October 5, 1938 to the late James Sr. and Katherine (Snyder) Devore. She is also preceded in death by one grandson Mark A. Anshutz.  She is survived by three children Rodney M. Anshutz, Mark H. Anshutz , Eric...