Obituaries

Sep 18, 2024

Harold L. Cunningham Jr., 89, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2024. He was born on August 27, 1935, in Salem, Ohio, to the late Harold Leslie Cunningham Sr. and Bessie Mae (Wilson) Cunningham. In addition to his parents, Harold is preceded in death by his son, Mike Cunningham; his stepdaughter, Connie Taylor; his brothers, Bill...

Sep 17, 2024

Richard "Rick" Harold Ramsey, 62, of Richmond, Ohio, passed away on September 17, 2024. He was born on April 7, 1962, in Steubenville, Ohio, to Lorraine (Skeeles) Ramsey and the late James Ramsey. In addition to his father, Rick is preceded in death by his sister, Judy Paree.

Rick was an autobody collision and repair teacher at...

Sep 14, 2024

Emily Nicole Peckens, 36, of Columbus, Ohio, moved to her heavenly home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She was born in Lima, Ohio on May 2, 1988. She is the cherished daughter of Jeff and Sheryl Kay (Newburn) Peckens of Bloomingdale, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, Emily is survived by her brother, Jared and...

Sep 14, 2024

Lily May (Murray) Devore

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lily May (Murray) Devore.  She passed peacefully in her sleep on September 14, 2024.  Lily was a homemaker.  She loved her family and was a helping hand to anyone.  She enjoyed crocheting, cooking, plastic canvas, reading and making birthday cakes.  She was...

Sep 9, 2024

Bridget Ann Binkiewicz, 64, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away on September 9, 2024. She was born on October 2, 1959, in Steubenville, Ohio, to Bernard and Mary Lue (Cunningham) Zascavage. Bridget is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Binkiewicz; her brother, Bernard Zascavage; and her sister, Brenda Zascavage.

Bridget was Catholic by faith and was a...

Sep 7, 2024

Jeffery "Jeff" Paul Barnes, 60, of Weirton, West Virginia, passed away on September 6, 2024. He was born on October 14, 1963, in New Brighton, PA, to Wilbur Paul and the late Carol Ann (Reese) Barnes. In addition to his mother, Jeff is preceded in death by his infant sister, Roxanne Barnes.

Jeff was a committed and...

Sep 7, 2024

Nancy Lee Sines, 73, of Wintersville, Ohio, passed away on September 7, 2024. She was born on April 15, 1951, in Salem, Ohio, to the late Lester and Betty (Crew) Bowman. In addition to her parents, Nancy is preceded in death by her daughter, Traci Shoulders; and her sister, Barbara Bowman.

Nancy is survived by her daughter,...

Sep 6, 2024

Terri Lee Francis, 75, of Bloomingdale, Ohio, passed away on September 6, 2024. She was born on January 12, 1949, in Salem, Ohio. A daughter of the late Merle and Helen Patricia (Norton) Toalston.

Terri graduated from Carrollton High School in 1967 and attended cosmetology school in Huntington, WV. She met and married Marion in 1968. Terri...

Sep 3, 2024

Harold Blaine Randolph Sr., 82, of Richmond, Ohio, passed away on September 3, 2024. He was born on July 28, 1942, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late Earl and L. Pauline (Simeral) Randolph. In addition to his parents., Harold is preceded in death by his brother, Wayne Randolph.

Harold was a member at the Bell Chapel United...

Aug 31, 2024

Edgar Earl Lucas, Sr., 84, of Richmond, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 31, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was a beloved father, grandfather, husband, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. He was known to family and friends as "Big Ed" and "B", Gramps to his grandkids.

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Aug 29, 2024

Gregory Richard Besozzi, 76, passed away August 29, 2024. He was born on September 9, 1947, in Lansing, Ohio, to the late Archie and Anne (Kusic) Besozzi.

Greg was a 1965 graduate of Bridgeport High School and a 1970 graduate from Ohio Northern University. He served as an English teacher and administrator in the Harrison Hills School...

Aug 23, 2024

Cindy Nelson, 67, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away August 23, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born July 27, 1957 in Steubenville, Ohio, a daughter of John F. and Donna M. (Clark) Kugler. She is preceded in death by her father, John; brothers, Johnny Lee and Billy Jo Kugler; sister, Louann McElwain, nephew, Leo...

Aug 22, 2024

Jeffrey "Jeff" A. Mader, 65, of Amsterdam, OH passed away on August 22, 2024 at Trinity Medical Center West ER. He was born in Steubenville, OH to the late Frank and Virgie Mader.

Jeff was a 1977 Springfield High School graduate where his quick wit and hilarious come backs keeping his classmates in stitches and smiles. Jeff...

Aug 17, 2024

Debbie Clevenger Garnek, 61, of East Springfield, Ohio passed away August 17, 2024 at Carroll Healthcare Center. She was born November 13, 1962 in Phoenix, AZ a daughter of Rodney Clee and Carol Lee (Burge) Clevenger. She is preceded in death by a grandson, Asher and a sister, Cherry Ann.

Debbie loved her family and her Indian...

Aug 17, 2024

Sara Swearingen, 81, of Bloomingdale, Ohio passed away on August 17, 2024 at Sienna Skilled Care, Wintersville. She was born March 30, 1943 in Bloomingdale, Ohio, a daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Phillips) Newburn. In addition to her parent's she was preceded in death by her husband, Donald "Doc" Swearingen; sisters, Dorothy Pauline Siragusano, and Carolyn Brown;...

Aug 17, 2024

William "Bill"  Emerson Reed, 97, of Richmond, Ohio, passed away peacefully at Valley Hospice Liza's Place Care Center South in Wheeling, West Virginia on August, 17, 2024. He was blessed to be surrounded by a constant presence of family in his last few weeks of life.

Bill, also affectionately known as "Spoonhead" (a nickname bestowed upon him...

Aug 14, 2024

Fredward C. Berryman, 53, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away from a lengthy illness on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. He was born on October 18, 1970, in Steubenville, Ohio, to Charlotte (Grant) Berryman and the late Fred Berryman. In addition to his father, Fred is preceded in death by his daughter, Tabatha Berryman.

He was a 1989 graduate...

Aug 11, 2024

Herbert C. Tennant Jr., 77, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away on August 11, 2024. He was born on June 29, 1947, in Steubenville, Ohio, to the late Herbert and Betty (Pellet) Tennant. In addition to his parents, Herbert is preceded in death by his nephew, Fred.

Herbert was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was involved in...

Aug 7, 2024

Carol M. Boyer, 78, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away August 7, 2024 at Weirton Medical Center. She was born January 1, 1946 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Harley Earl and Pauline Victoria (Smith) Koon. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Ray William Boyer; several brothers and a sister.

Aug 6, 2024

Jana Lashon Pizzo, 51, of Marietta, Ohio, passed away on August 6, 2024. She was born on December 15, 1972, in Baytown, Texas, to the late Mack and Cheryl (Owens) Muirhead. In addition to her parents, Jana is preceded in death by her husband, James Pizzo.

Jana is a member at the New Life Pentecostal Church in...