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Kenneth Elmer Riley

Kenneth Elmer Riley

Jan 6, 2025

Kenneth Elmer Riley, 89, of Dillonvale, OH passed away at Wheeling Hospital, on January 6th, 2025.  He was born on December 18, 1935 in Cleveland, OH to the late George "Slats" and Louise (Koutsky) Riley. He is also preceded in death by three siblings Dennis "Skip" Riley, Darlene Faile, and Pauline Morris, bonus grandchildren Brittany and Zac Custer.

  He was...

Beatrice Ellen Fetty

Beatrice Ellen Fetty

Jan 1, 2025

Beatrice Ellen Fetty, passed away on New Years Day at the age of 90.  She was born in Warrenton, OH to the late Ellsworth and Wilda (Winland) Fetty.  She was preceded in death by seven brothers Earl, Tom, Henry, Terry, Frank, Gary, and Fred "Carl" Fetty, three sisters Leona Clyde, Betty Saltkield, and Judy Yanda.  

She is survived by two...

Mary Beth Clark

Mary Beth Clark

Jan 1, 2025

Mary Beth Clark, 54, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away on January 1st, 2025 at Valley Hospice Care Center North. Mary was born to the late Lonnie Glenn "Buck" and Shirley Ann (Temple) Clark. Mary was a member of the graduating class of 1988 of Brooke High School. She also attended West Virginia Community College of Weirton, WV. 

Mary most recently...

Raymond Boyd "Skeeter" Rutan III

Raymond Boyd "Skeeter" Rutan III

Dec 31, 2024

Raymond Boyd "Skeeter" Rutan III, 53, of Yorkville, OH passed away on December 31, 2024 at home.  He was born on May 4, 1971 to the late Raymond Boyd II and Hazel (Moore) Rutan.

  He worked at Wheeling Downs Race Track and Gaming in Wheeling WV as a Track Maintenance, he was a big Steelers and Buckeye Fan.

  He is...

Carl Lee Collins Sr.

Carl Lee Collins Sr.

Dec 29, 2024

Carl Lee Collins SR. 84, born 12/29/1940 in Mt. Morris PA at home. Died 12/29/2024 in Fairpoint Ohio at home. He was surrounded by his daughter Carla and his fur grand babies who he dotted on and loved.

He was born to Arthur M Collins and Carrie (Braham) Collins.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by a brother Arthur W...

David William Kendall

David William Kendall

Dec 29, 2024

 David William Kendall, 66 of Mingo Junction, Ohio entered eternal rest Sunday December 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at Valley Hospice Care Center North. David was born on October 24 1958 and is a graduate of Brooke High School. After high school, David proudly served in the United States Army.  During his life he worked for Ziegler Tire...

Lory "Riggs" Arthur Riggs

Lory "Riggs" Arthur Riggs

Dec 27, 2024

Lory Arthur Riggs, better known as "Riggs," 64 of Wintersville OH, formerly of Mingo Junction OH, passed away on December 27, 2024, surrounded by family, at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.

Riggs was born on April 29, 1960 to the late Arthur C. Riggs and Grace E. (Wright) Riggs.

He had 5 siblings: Gus, Ron, Eddy, Bert, and the late Sandy.

After...

Barbara Lou Micker

Barbara Lou Micker

Dec 25, 2024

Barbara Lou (Gatchel) Micker, 79 years of age, from Dillonvale, OH, passed away December 25, 2024 unexpectedly. She was born in Dillonvale Ohio on May 29, 1945. She is the daughter of the late Joseph E. and Mary (Yanulis) Gatchel. She was preceded in death by brother, Jackie Gatchel. Her Half-sisters Cecilia Sierwaski and Louise Ippolitti, Half-brothers Nick and Rudy...

Jerry Kenneth McDonald

Jerry Kenneth McDonald

Dec 25, 2024

Jerry Kenneth McDonald, 73, of Wintersville, OH formerly of Steubenville, OH passed away at Country club Manor on Christmas Day. He was born on March 15, 1951 to the late Charles Kenneth and Myrl Jane (Glover) McDonald. He is also preceded in death by long time girlfriend Kathy Ann Gilday (2022). He retired as a Boiler Operator at Trinity West...

Jerry Lewis Crothers

Jerry Lewis Crothers

Dec 24, 2024

Jerry Lewis Crothers, 59, of Adena, OH passed away on December 24, 2024 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  He was born on March 23, 1965 to the late Roger and Goldie (Howard) Crothers.  He is also preceded in death by two brothers Rich and Charles Crothers.  He is survived by his son Jerrod (Morgan) Crothers.  There will be no...

Louis Frederick Vella Sr. (Luigi)

Louis Frederick Vella Sr. (Luigi)

Dec 19, 2024

Louis F. Vella Sr. (Luigi) 84, of Mingo Jct., OH passed away peacefully December 19, 2024 in the Carriage Inn of Steubenville.  He was born May 16, 1940 to the late Ferdinando (Fred) and Mary (Cuschera) Vella.  He was preceded in death by his brother John J. Vella Sr. and sister Mary Basso both of Mingo Jct. 

 Louis was a graduate...

Steven Michael Kozora

Steven Michael Kozora

Dec 17, 2024

"Steve" M. Kozora, 75, of Colliers, WV, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024 with his wife and soulmate of 34 years, holding his hand. His battle with Parkinson's Disease , and other severe illnesses is now over and he can now rest.

Steve was born on December 31, 1948 to the late Steve and Leona (Radosovic) Kozora. He was also...

Richard Haldeman

Richard Haldeman

Dec 15, 2024

Richard Haldeman, 57, of Brilliant, Ohio, passed on December 15th, 2024. He was predeceased by his mother Sandra Mills and his sister Holly Haldeman. 

Richard was a member of the United States Army, as an Apache Helicopter mechanic until he was honorably discharged. Richard enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, camping, fishing, working on cars and building computers.

 He is...

David Paul Hibbits

David Paul Hibbits

Dec 14, 2024

David Hibbits, born on December 22, 1954, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024, after a courageous and lengthy battle with leukemia. 

David is survived by his beloved wife, Bille (Surgenor) of 47 years and their two children, Kristin Lesnieski (Jeff) of Erie, PA and Patrick Hibbits. He is preceded in death by his father, Ernie, his mother Rose Ellen (Hill),...

George Robert Oyster Jr.

George Robert Oyster Jr.

Dec 13, 2024

George Robert Oyster Jr., 77, of Mingo Jct. OH passed away on December 13, 2024. He was born on August 20, 1947 to the late George Robert Sr. and Virginia Marcellyn (Spangler) Oyster. George was a Steubenville Big Red graduate, and a Brick Layer for Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel for 44 years. George is survived by two children Jason Liggett of...

Ronald McMullin Pilger Sr.

Ronald McMullin Pilger Sr.

Dec 10, 2024

Ronald McMullin Pilger Sr., 80, of Follansbee, WV, passed away on December 10, 2024 at Weirton Medical Center.  He was born on July 8, 1944 in Dade City, Florida.  He was preceded in death by one daughter Sandra Kay Martinez.  He is survived by two children Ronald McMullin Pilger Jr., and Marie Dow Bumbarger of Follansbee, eight grandchildren and 15...

Connie Marion Waryck

Connie Marion Waryck

Dec 10, 2024

Connie Marion Waryck, 63, of Bellaire, OH passed away unexpectedly on December 10, 2024 at EORH surrounded by family. Connie was born on May 15,1961 to the late Amos and Ruth (White) Doty. She is also preceded in death by her brother Bob White. She enjoyed watching WWE Wrestling, any type of pet show, or cooking show that was on...

Marjorie "Sitto" Ann Monsour

Marjorie "Sitto" Ann Monsour

Dec 8, 2024

Marjorie "Sitto" Ann Monsour, 73, of Canonsburg, PA, passed away on December 8, 2024 at AGH in Pittsburgh. She was born on April 18, 1951 to the late Clarence and Blanche (Fife) Wright.  She is also preceded in death by her husband Anthony Richard Monsour, and step mother Cathy Wright.  Sitto as she was affectionately referred to by family, loved...

Darrin "Itsy" Maupin

Darrin "Itsy" Maupin

Dec 8, 2024

Darrin Cecil Hayes Maupin, better known as Itsy, 53, peacefully went home to be with the Lord, on December 8, 2024 with Misty, his loving wife, by his side. He fought a courageous battle against advanced stage pancreatic cancer for 21 months. 

 He was born on February 5, 1971 to the late Donald Sr. and Nellie (Bennington) Maupin. Born and raised...

Charles Albert Cook

Charles Albert Cook

Dec 6, 2024

Charles "Charlie" Albert Cook, 69, of Wellsburg, WV, passed away on December 6, 2024 at home unexpectedly. He was born on December 19, 1954 to the late Thomas Richard and Dorothy (Murphy) Cook. Charlie was a Graduate of Brook High School, he drove trucks for Tukash Trucking, Schwartz Trucking, Ferletto Steel, and worked at Koppers right out of high school,...

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