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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,...

David Anthony Busatti

David Anthony Busatti

Dec 5, 2024

David Anthony Busatti, 62, of Steubenville, OH passed away on December 5, 2024 unexpectedly.  He was born on June 2, 1962 to the late Hiram and Lillian (Przybysz) Busatti.  David was a CFO for multiple Hospital Corporation of America Hospitals.  David loved his children, golfing and biking.   He is survived by two children Lilly Kaye Busatti and Camden Busatti both...

John William Rayburn "Johnny Ray"

John William Rayburn "Johnny Ray"

Dec 4, 2024

John William Rayburn "Johnny Ray", 74, of Steubenville, OH passed away on December 4, 2024 surrounded by family. He was born on July 21, 1950 to the late Boyd William "Bill" Rayburn and Jeannine (Naughton) Rayburn Pawelczyk, also preceded in death by step father Casimir Pawelczyk. He was in the plumbers and Pipefitters Local 495 and a Navy Veteran. He...

Ronald Earl Swiger

Ronald Earl Swiger

Dec 2, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Ronald Earl Swiger (Ron) announce his passing. He peacefully passed away on December 2, 2024 at the age of 78. Surrounded by his family.  Ron was a man of ingenuity, creativity and a tinkerer at heart. He was a collector of many things and had a passion for creating ponds stocked...

Connie Frances Proger

Connie Frances Proger

Nov 29, 2024

Connie Frances Proger, 61, of Mingo Jct. OH passed away on November 29, 2024 at home unexpectedly. She was born on September 12, 1963 to the late Anthony "Tony" Zapko and Emma (Butler) Proger. She is also preceded in death by brother Mark Proger. She is survived by two children Michael Proger and Bret Schulte both of Mingo Jct. two...

Terry Lee Sheets

Terry Lee Sheets

Nov 25, 2024

Terry Lee Sheets, 57, of Murfreesboro, TN, formerly of Wheeling, WV, passed away on November 25, 2024 at her home unexpectedly. She was born on June 21, 1967 to the late John and Shirley (Myers) Sheets. She is also preceded in death by one sister Donna Lee Sheets. She is survived by two sons James Jordan Janeczko of Wheeling, and...

Diane Louise Bernard

Diane Louise Bernard

Nov 25, 2024

Diane Louise Bernard, 72, of Hopedale formerly of Wintersville went to be with the Lord on November 25, 2024. She was born on March 6, 1952 to the late Donald R. Sr. and Margaret (Timlin) Bernard. She is also preceded in death by one niece Lisa Marie Gualtiere. Diane was a member of Blessed Sacrament and loved all of her...

Arla Kay Lucas

Arla Kay Lucas

Nov 24, 2024

Arla Kay Lucas, 55, of Shadyside, OH passed away on November 24, 2024 at home unexpectedly. She was born on November 4, 1968 to the late Ronald and Paula (Szczepanski) Bernasek. Arla was a happy loving friend that everyone loved. She loved her family, enjoyed the outdoors, shopping, her cat Esme, and her daughter. She was a 1987 graduate of...

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