Obituaries and Tributes

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...

Nov 7, 2023

George "Pops" or "Poppy" Henry Dugmore Jr., 68, of Bellaire, OH passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 7, 2023. He was born on November 25, 1954 to the late George Henry and Thelma (Finsley) Dugmore. He is also preceded in death by two brothers Robert "Butch" Finsley, and Doug Dugmore. George was a fisherman, gambler, coffee Drinker,...

Nov 5, 2023

James Alan Stewart, 65, of Wintersville, OH passed away on November 5, 2023 at Sienna Woods Nursing Home.  He was born on July 4, 1957 to the late Jack and Shirley (Freiling) Stewart.  He is survived by four children Travis (Amanda) Stewart of Yorkville, Casey (Katie) Stewart of Bloomingdale, Jared ( Amanda) Stewart of Toronto, and Kayla Stewart of...

Nov 4, 2023

Lesia Sue (Love) Knight, 58, of Powhatan Point, OH passed away on November 4th at Wheeling Hospital.  She was born on August 19, 1965 to the late Dickey J. and Alberta A. (Chambers) Love.  She is also preceded in death by one brother Dickey E.E. Love. She is survived by daughter Toni Miller, grandson Asher Jo Knight, sister Teresa...

Oct 21, 2023

Cindy Lou Barcus, 66, of Dover, OH passed away on October 21, 2023 at Community Hospice "Truman House" in New Philadelphia.  She was born on April 12, 1957 to the late Harley "Chick" and Johnston and Shirley (Kocher) McIntire.  She is also preceded in death by one sister Minnie Mellinger.  She is survived by two children Gary Bud Barcus...

Oct 18, 2023

Anthony Michael Anderson, 31, of Weirton, WV passed away on October 18, 2023.   He was born on November 12, 1991 in Pittsburgh, PA.  Predeceased by Bradford Anderson Sr. and left behind by mother Melissa (Peters-Bostaph) Anderson, of Weirton, brother Brandford Anderson Jr. of Hopedale, and sisters .   Martee Anderson of Virginia, Michaela Anderson of Weirton, and Alexea Anderson of...

Oct 18, 2023

John Wilson Garloch, 80, of Bridgeport, OH passed away on October 18, 2023 at Liza's Place. He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence Sr.  and Mary (Riggs) Garloch.

He is survived by his loving wife of 38  years Donna,  three  step children William Myers of Bridgeport, Wendy and Rodney Craig of Wheeling, and...