Obituaries and Tributes

Linda Lou (Horner)  Diequez

Linda Lou (Horner) Diequez

Oct 9, 2022

Linda Lou Diequez, 62, of Steubenville, OH passed away on October 9, 2022 surrounded by family. She was born on June 26, 1960 to the late Fred R. and Paula Mae (Hipkiss) Horner.  She is also preceded in death by one daughter Ranell Maria Diequez.  She is survived by her grand daughter Tabitha  Diequez   and Fiance Charles Wilkes, one...

George "Andy" Andrew Matheson

George "Andy" Andrew Matheson

Oct 7, 2022

George "Andy" Andrew Matheson, 40, of Amsterdam, OH passed away on October 7, 2022.  He was born on June 23, 1982 to George Matheson Jr. and the late Mary Ann (Russell) Hoyer.  He is survived by his wife Christine Dawn (Boron) Matheson, four sister Mary Matheson of East Liverpool, Michelle (Steven) Homan of Salenville, Kristen  Matheson of Massachusetts, Lena...

Cora Irene Elizabeth (Iler)  Cracraft

Cora Irene Elizabeth (Iler) Cracraft

Oct 3, 2022

Cora Irene Elizabeth (Iler) Cracraft, 45, of Adena, OH passed away on October 3, 2022 at Wheeling Hospital. She was born on November 9, 1976 to the late Frank Wilson and surviving Dixie (Iler) Cooley.  She is also preceded in death by her husband Raymond Lester Cracraft Jr.  She is survived by one son Joshua Caleb Ray Cracraft, four...

Harry "Trey" Lee Braim Jr.

Harry "Trey" Lee Braim Jr.

Sep 27, 2022

Harry ``Trey" Lee Braim Jr, 56, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away on September 27, 2022 at EORH.  He was born on January 24, 1965 to the late Harry Lee Sr., Mary (Jovan) Braim.  He was a graduate of Lock Haven High School located in Jersey Shore, PA.  He loved to go bowling and Racing with his grandson, and...

Kenneth Haney Sr.

Kenneth Haney Sr.

Sep 27, 2022

Kenneth Haney Sr. 68, of Steubenville, OH passed away on September 27, 2022 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  He was born on October 27, 1953 to the late Kenneth Earnest and Katherine Mary (Fettinger) Haney.  He is survived by his wife Gay L. (Clark) Haney and one son Kenneth Haney Jr. Kenneth will have no services at this...

Jessica Lynn (Byrd)  Grabenhorst

Jessica Lynn (Byrd) Grabenhorst

Sep 23, 2022

Jessica Lynn Grabenhorst, 49, of Wheeling, WV, passed away on September 23, 2022 at home. She was born on August 27, 1973 to the late Michael and Mary Jo (Masteller) Byrd.  Jessica was a loving mother to her six children.  Johnathan Byrd of Hannable, OH, Shahara Quinn of Wheeling, Patrick (Kadie) Baldwin of Wheeling, Roric Grabenhorst of Toronto, and...

David Alan Milbert

David Alan Milbert

Sep 21, 2022

David A. Milbert, 61, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away on September 21, 2022 at Riverside Methodist.  He was born on May 29, 1961 to the late Albert W. Milbert, Jr. and Mary Catherine (Burch) Milbert Runner. He was preceded in death by a brother Buddy Burch. He leaves behind three children: Amy (Joshy) Crothers of Yorkville, David Jr. ...

John Lewis Stover

John Lewis Stover

Sep 21, 2022

John Lewis Stover, 58, of Bridgeport, OH passed away on September 21, 2022 at EORH surrounded by family.  John was born on October 29, 1963 to the late William Everett and Dimple Irene (Burton) Stover.  John was a mine safety inspector for MSHA.  He is also preceded in death by one brother William W. Stover, and one sister Theresa...

Ryan James Forsythe

Ryan James Forsythe

Sep 19, 2022

Ryan James Forsythe, 29, of Bellaire, OH passed away on September 19, 2022.  He was born on April 3, 1993 to his father John Spano and mother Darlene Smouse.  He was preceded in death by his grandmother Joyce Spano.  He is survived by his five children Joycek, Ethan, Ayleona, Bentley, and Audrionna. Viewing will be Saturday October 1, from...

Steven Michael Carothers

Steven Michael Carothers

Sep 17, 2022

Steven Michael Carothers, 34 passed away in his home on September 17, 2022. He was born on July 15, 1988. He is the son of Stephanie and Manuel Salazar. Steven loved the outdoors. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his two sons Haiden and Bladen Carothers, his sister Brook Carothers, his brother Joshua Applegarth, his two...

Terry Dean Leech

Terry Dean Leech

Sep 16, 2022

Terry Dean Leech, 67, went to be with the Lord on September 16, 2022 at Community Hospice in New Philadelphia, OH.  He was born on September 18, 1954 to the late Ted and Alice (Heisler) Leech.  He is also preceded in death by one brother Tim Leech.  Terry loved to set up at local Flea Markets such as Strasburg...

Mary Jo Dorsey

Mary Jo Dorsey

Sep 13, 2022

Mary Jo "Joey" Dorsey, 67, of Steubenville, OH went to be with the Lord on September 13, 2022  while staying at Valley Hospice. She was born on November 25,1954 to the late Herbert Thomas and Ella Mae (Jarrett) Dorsey.  Joey was a graduate of Toronto High School, Methodist by faith, and loved her children and grandchildren. She leaves...

Barbara Ann (Klinesmith)  Elliott

Barbara Ann (Klinesmith) Elliott

Sep 10, 2022

Barbara Ann Elliott, 53, of Cadiz, OH went to be with the Lord on September 10, 2022 at Harrison Hospital. She was born on November 25, 1969 to the late Walter and Barbara (Hurd) Klinesmith.  Barbara worked for the Meadows of Cadiz as a STNA and Activity's Director, she also worshiped at Church of God in Amsterdam. She...

James "Jj" Barcus

James "Jj" Barcus

Sep 4, 2022

James J. Barcus (JJ) passed away Sept 4,2022 at UPMC Presbyterian hospital. He was born February 28, 1960 to the late James W. Barcus and Patricia (Stillion) Barcus. He was a computer software engineer, and owned his own business for many years. He was also a Navy Veteran. He is preceded in death by sisters, Sharon L. Oczarzak and Danael...

Shirley Ann (Fithen)  Mackey

Shirley Ann (Fithen) Mackey

Sep 4, 2022

Shirley Ann Mackey, 93, of Martins Ferry, OH went to be with the Lord on September 4, 2022 at EORH. Shirley was a faithful servant of God who devoted her life to the love of her family, friends, church and community. She was born on October 17, 1928 to the late William H. And Mildred (Mazeroski) Fithen. Shirley worked for...

Michael John Banal

Michael John Banal

Aug 24, 2022

Michael J. Banal, 75, of St. Clairsville, OH passed away peacefully with his family around him on Wednesday, August 24, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his wife Zelia Kasper Banal; parents Mario Banal & Frances Faldowski Banal; sister Tina Banal; brother Phillip (Butch) Banal; sister-in-laws Karen Kasper & Dawn Banal; and niece Renee...

Kathryn Felsoci

Kathryn Felsoci

Aug 23, 2022

Kathryn Felsoci, 79, of Steubenville, OH passed away on August 23, 2022 at Carriage Inn of Steubenville, OH.  She was born on February 16, 1943 to the late Michael (1980) and Anna (1993) (Suranovich) Felsoci.  Catholic by faith Kathryn was a Home Maker for most of her life. She is survived by her brother Michael Felsoci of Wintersville, OH. ...

George Edward Bowman Iii

George Edward Bowman Iii

Aug 23, 2022

George Edward Bowman III, of Wheeling, WV passed away on August 23, 2022 at Wheeling Hospital.  He was born on August 31, 1932 to the late George Edward and Clara (Kloss) Bowman II.  He is survived by his sons Michael (Connie) Bowman of Wheeling, WV, and Jeffrey A. (Carol) Bowman of Wheeling, WV, one grandson Brandon Michael Bowman, and...

William Jonathan Cherry Jr.

William Jonathan Cherry Jr.

Aug 18, 2022

William “Billy” Jonathan Cherry Jr. of McMechen, passed away on Thursday, August 18th 2022, after a long battle with cancer. Billy was born in November of 1964. He graduated from West Liberty University with a bachelors in business, and was very active in sports throughout his lifetime. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Mary Beth...

Jason Michael Schnelle

Jason Michael Schnelle

Aug 17, 2022

Jason Michael Schnelle, 42, of Rayland, OH passed away on August 17, 2022 at home.  He was born on October 26, 1979 to the late Rickey Schnelle and surviving Cookie (Cheryl) Carpenter.   He is survived by his wife Thresa Schnelle, three children Brandon Schnelle, Logan Charnock,  Mckayla Schnelle, one sister Danielle Schnelle and special niece Harley Hamric, several aunts...