Obituaries

Jul 31, 2019

Kenneth C. Smith, 59, of Goodlettsville passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at the VA Medical Center, Nashville. Born February 16, 1960 in East Liverpool, OH, he was the son of Chester Kenneth Smith and the late Janet Springer Smith Hooper. Ken was also preceded in death by his second wife, Louise (Dill) Smith. A veteran of the US...

Jul 31, 2019

Ryne J. McCoy, 31, of Steubenville, OH, passed away July 31, 2019.

He was born February 14, 1988, in Steubenville, OH, a son of Patrick and Sherry (Birney) McCoy.

Ryne graduated from Edison High School in 2006.

He worked for Moon Industries, where he made close friends who became a second family to...

Jul 31, 2019

Jeff Baker, 54, passed away July 31, 2019.

He is survived by his mother Carla (Jim) Benton.

Friends will be received at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 W. Main St., Richmond on Saturday from 4 PM until time of funeral services at 6 PM with Pastor Roger Wayne officiating.

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Jul 28, 2019

Dana H. Gilcrest, 86, of Irondale, OH, passed away July 28, 2019 at Valley Hospice, Steubenville.

He was born February 20, 1933 in Hammondsville, OH, a son of the late Lawrence B. and Nell (Hesse) Gilcrest.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by 5 brothers and 3 sisters.

Dana...

Jul 20, 2019

Dorothy Mae Wickham, 86, a resident of Weirton Geriatric Center, Weirton formerly of Richmond, OH, went to be with the Lord and her loving husband on July 20, 2019.

Dorothy was born in Toronto, OH on February 11, 1933 to Samuel F. and Freda Mae (Stimpert) Silvestro.

Dorothy was a resident of Richmond, OH for...

Jul 20, 2019

Clyde R. Beebe, 96, of Toronto, OH, passed away July 20, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born October 12, 1922 in Bridgeport, OH, a son of the late Frank and Mary Alice (Kerr) Beebe.

In addition to his parents, Clyde is the last of 13 siblings.

Clyde served...

Jul 18, 2019

On the morning of July 18, 2019, James William Metcalf left this world and joined Jesus in his new home.

He was born July 7, 1942, a son of the late Robert L. and Myrtle Maxine (Galbraith) Metcalf.

Jim left behind his wife of almost 19 years, Anna (Lawson) Summerville Metcalf. Also a step-daughter, Kerry...

Jul 17, 2019

Robert "Pie" Gump, 91, of Richmond, OH, passed away July 17, 2019 at Lancia Villa Royale, Steubenville, OH.

He was born August 11, 1927 in Wintersville, OH, a son of the late William Z. and Agnes Rose (Watt) Gump.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by brothers, Clifford, Charles Wayne, and...

Jul 12, 2019

Lowery Davis Scott (Fuzz) Lowery Davis Scott, 74, of Bloomingdale departed for his heavenly home on Friday July 12, 2019. Born December 18, 1944 in Wheeling, W. VA.

Grandson of Irene Thayer-Fowler. Survived by his loving wife Cheryl of 49 years, daughter Melissa and son Todd.

Lowery retired after 33 years at Weirton Steel.

Jul 9, 2019

Phillip T. Koontz, 82, of Wintersville, OH, formerly of Richmond, OH, passed away July 9, 2019 peacefully with family at bedside.

Preceded in death by son, Tim "Grouch" Koontz.

Phillip was very active and employed by PrimeTime up until his passing.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years,...

Jul 6, 2019

Karen Jean Garrison 67 of Wintersville, Ohio passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019 at Trinity West, Steubenville. She was born March 25, 1952 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Virgil and Ruth (Norris) Clark. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Robin Haynes. She is survived by her husband, William Gene...

Jun 24, 2019

David W. "Murph" Murphy, 70, of Carrollton, OH, passed away on June 24, 2019 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born October 15, 1948 in Steubenville, OH, the son of the late William and Geraldine (Hackathorn) Murphy.

David served his country and was honorably discharged from the United States Army.

He was a member...

Jun 24, 2019

June E. Burris, 92, of East Springfield, OH, passed away peacefully June 24, 2019 at Gables Care Center.

June was born July 27, 1926 in Mingo Jct., OH, a daughter of the late Herman "Mac" and Birdie Dawson.

June started her work career at the A & P in Steubenville, where she met her husband....

Jun 24, 2019

Shirley A. Berard, 80, of Bergholz, OH, passed away June 24, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville, OH.

She was born January 5, 1939 in Harrison County, OH, a daughter of the late Clarence and Helen (Wells) Hursey.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her siblings, Marilyn, Clarence "Jr.",...

Jun 23, 2019

Michael A. "Mingo Mike" Cunningham, 41, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.

He was born November 3, 1977 in Steubenville, OH, a son of Harold and Carol (Westling) Cunningham.

Mike was an avid Big Red fan.

In addition to his parents he...

Jun 20, 2019

Mr. Charles William "Chuck" Young, 79, of State Park Road, Richmond passed away on Thursday, 20 June 2019, at Valley Hospice in Steubenville, Ohio from several health complications.  He will always be remembered and sadly missed as a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather. He was born 23 February 1940, in Steubenville, the son of the late Frank...

Jun 19, 2019

Georgia E. Smyth, 93, of Bergholz, OH, passed away June 19, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.

She was born January 26, 1926 in Bergholz, OH, the daughter of the late Harold and Velma (Shepherd) Robbins.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Stanley "Bud" Smyth.

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Jun 9, 2019

Agnes Smith, 106, of Richmond, OH, passed away June 9, 2019 at Gables Care Center.

She was born July 6, 1912 in Mingo Jct., OH, a daughter of the late John and Anna (Coklos) Drosak.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. Smith; daughter, Aggie Smith; brothers,...

Jun 8, 2019

David C. Hutton 65 of Wintersville, Ohio passed away Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. He was born January 18, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio and he is preceded in death by his parents Dale and Phyllis Jean (Hackathorne) Hutton. David was a Veteran of the US Marine Corp. He was retired from Timet and also...

Jun 7, 2019

Vernajean Newburn, 94, of Greenwood, IN, formerly of East Springfield, Ohio, passed away June 7, 2019 at St. Otterbein Franklin Senior Life.

She was born April 13, 1925 in East Liverpool, OH, a daughter of the late Cecil and Birdella (Long) Swearingen.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband...