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Carolyn Mercer
Aug 4, 2026
Carolyn Mercer, 78, of Bloomingdale, Ohio, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026. She was born on May 5, 1948, in Bloomingdale, Ohio, to the late Paul and Margaret (Raabe) Corder Fisher. In addition to her parents, Carolyn is preceded in death by her husband, Larry D. Mercer; her brother, John (Bev) Corder; her sister, Peggy (Jack) Diekmann; her sister-in-law,...
Helen Marie Yates
Jul 31, 2026
Helen “Melon” Marie Yates, born October 8, 1955, to Jane Greathouse and the late Howard Yoho, passed away unexpectedly on July 31, 2026, at the age of 70. She was surrounded by her loving husband, Harry Yates, and her family.
Helen embraced many cherished roles throughout her life. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, caring sister and aunt, and a...
Robert Neil Cunningham
Jul 31, 2026
Robert Neil Cunningham passed away peacefully July 31 at the age of 82. He was born Nov. 27, 1943, in Steubenville, Ohio, and lived nearly all his life in Richmond, Ohio.
Bob was a proud Vietnam Era Veteran, having served in the U.S. Air Force from 1964-1972. While on leave, he went on a date with Etta Ferguson, who he knew...
Joseph R. Kmatz
Jul 27, 2026
Joseph R. Kmatz, 91, of Middleburg, Ohio, passed away surrounded by his children on July 27, 2026. Born on November 10, 1934, in Bergholz, Ohio, to the late Anna Marie Kmatz (Booth). He married Sally Adams on May 18, 1956, who preceded him in death on July 31, 2012, after spending 56 wonderful years together.
Joe proudly served in the United...
Ralph Kerns
Jul 24, 2026
Ralph Kerns, 85, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away July 24, 2026 at Trinity Medical Center West. He was retired from Wheeling Pitt Steel and was a member of the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Ralph was a Veteran of the US Navy.
He was born March 19, 1941 in Steubenville, Ohio, a son of the late James and Marjorie (Lash) Kerns. In...
Geraldine Clancey
Jul 23, 2026
Gerladine Clancey, 82, of Richmond, Ohio passed away July 23, 2026 at Weirton Medical Center. She was born November 18, 1943 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late John and Freda (Crissinger) Gates. In addition to her parent’s she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Clancey; son-in-law, Michael Pendleton; and brother, Richard Gates.
She is survived by her...
Sandra E. Baker
Jul 22, 2026
Sandra Eileen Baker, 63, of Bergholz, Ohio, passed away on July 22, 2026. She was born on April 11, 1963, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late James Perine and Barbara (Young) Perine Hanlin. In addition to her parents, Sandra is preceded in death by her sisters, Donna (Perine) McCort Myers and Sue (Perine) Johnston Elson.
Sandy loved gardening, taking care of...
Ernest C. Mahling
Jul 20, 2026
Ernest “Ernie” Mahling, 79, born June 4th, 1947, of Richmond Ohio joined his wife Dianne in eternal rest on July 20th, 2026. He was at Allegheny General Hospital. He will be remembered by family and friends for his love of antiques, hunting, trains, and dogs. He was a proud member of Masonic Lodge 333.
Originally from Richmond Hill, Queens, New York....
Rebecca S. Peto
Jul 16, 2026
Rebecca S. Peto, 78, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026. She was born on January 17, 1948, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late Robert and Barbara (Henry) Koehnlein.
Rebecca was a faithful member of the Pleasant Hill Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by her loving husband, Charles Peto; her son, Rob Herron; her brothers, Bill Koehnlein, Doug (Debbie)...
Philip Scott Bunner
Jul 15, 2026
Philip Scott Bunner, 62, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
Born on September 11, 1963, in Cleveland, Ohio, Phil was the son of Elizabeth Jane Bunner and Calvin Harry Bunner.
A lifelong Cleveland sports fan, Phil proudly cheered for the Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Guardians, and Cleveland Cavaliers through every season. He loved classic rock, had a gift for...
John D. Ater
Jul 13, 2026
John D. Ater, beloved minister, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and faithful servant of Christ, passed away at the age of 74 at Trinity West in Steubenville, OH, on Monday, July 13, 2026. He was surrounded by his family.
John was born on February 6, 1952, in Washington Court House, Ohio, to the late Margene and John D. Ater Sr. He graduated...
Joyce Miles
Jul 9, 2026
Joyce Rayburn Miles, 90, of Wintersville passed away on July 9th in Valley Hospice. She was born January 11, 1936 in Steubenville, Ohio to the late Joseph and Pearl Rayburn.
In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her 6 siblings, JoAnna Carter, Maelee Davis, Charles Rayburn, twin brother John Rayburn, Joseph Rayburn, and James Rayburn.
Joyce was a...
Amuel Jan Kasper
Jul 6, 2026
Amuel Jan Kasper, 83, of Bloomingdale, Ohio, passed away on July 6, 2026. He was born on November 12, 1942, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, to the late Amuel Charles Kasper and Elise (Orsillo) Kasper. In addition to his parents, Amuel is preceded in death by his wife, Karen (Shoup) Kasper; and his sister, Zelia Ann Kasper Banal.
Amuel was a graduate...
John Robert Nemeth
Jul 2, 2026
John Robert Nemeth, 78, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away on July 2, 2026. He was born on September 30, 1947, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late John and Helen (Hanlin) Nemeth.
John was a proud U.S. Army Veteran and was a member of the Wintersville American Legion. He was also a member of the Mingo Sportsman's Club, GKL Wildlife Association, and...
David Monigold Jr.
Jul 2, 2026
David Howard Monigold Jr., 62, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on July 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.
David was born January 3, 1964, in Steubenville, Ohio, to David Monigold Sr. and JoAnne (Sarno) Monigold. A lifelong resident of Steubenville, he graduated from Jefferson Union High School with the Class...
Mary Christiana Stacey
Jul 2, 2026
On July 2, 2026, Mary Christiana Stacey, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and woman of God, went home to be with her Savior at the age of 68.
Born on June 27, 1958, in Steubenville, Ohio, Mary lived a life deeply rooted in her faith and devotion to God. Throughout her life, her faith was not just a part of who...
Linda Sue Ziemba
Jun 30, 2026
Linda Sue Ziemba, 75, of Bloomingdale, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026. She was born on February 8, 1951, in Wheeling, West Virginia, to the late Max and Phyllis (Dunlap) Michaels. In addition to her parents, Linda is preceded in death by her first husband, Don Jones, who passed on June 15, 2025; and her daughter, Kelli McAfee;...
James David Huff
Jun 26, 2026
James David Huff, 76, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026. He was born on September 23, 1949, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late Frederick E. and Eleanor L. (Phillipson) Huff. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl Huff; and his brother, Frederick L. Huff.
James was a faithful member of...
Florence Jean Newlin
Jun 23, 2026
Florence “Jean” Newlin 87, of Bloomingdale, Ohio, passed away on June 23, 2026. She was born on November 25, 1938, in Pine Grove, West Virginia, to the late Everett and Florence Jessie (Scyoc) Hartley. In addition to her parents, Jean is preceded in death by her sisters, Leona Buckel and Hazel “Mae” Hartley; and her brothers, Albert, Everett “Jim”, Carl,...
Michael Mowder
Jun 22, 2026
Michael Lou Mowder, 69, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away on June 22, 2026. He was born on July 5, 1956, in Follansbee, West Virginia. A son of the late Marlene Mowder.
Michael is survived by his sister, Anita Mowder of Steubenville, Ohio; his nephews, Shayne and Louis Mowder; his several great nieces and nephews; and his great great niece.
A private burial...
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