Obituaries

Oct 24, 2024

Randy Chivers, 67, of Bergholz, Ohio passed away October 24, 2024 at his home. He was born July 1, 1957 in Steubenville, Ohio, a son of the late Donald and Josephine (Kuryn) Chivers. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers, Donald and Eddie; sister, Cindy Chivers.

Randy was a carpenter and...

Oct 17, 2024

David Harold Griffith, 72, of Bergholz, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on October 17, 2024. He was born June 1, 1952 in Bergholz, Ohio a son of the late Delmar and Eva "Boots" (Schocksnyder) Griffith. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Kay Griffith on December 27, 2023; brothers, James, Chuckie, John, Tom,...

Oct 16, 2024

Margaret Ruckman, 103, of Mingo Junction, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 16, 2024. She was born on April 10, 1921, in Mingo Junction, to the late Michael and Anna (Parzo) Tatar. In addition to her parents, Margaret is preceded in death by her beloved husband, William Allen Ruckman; her son, James "Jim" Wright; her...

Oct 13, 2024

CRITES, Barbara M., 80, of Richmond, OH passed away October 13, 2024, at Weirton Medical Center, Weirton, WV.

She was born on July 2, 1944 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of  the late Rudy and Betty (Ravasio) Morelli.

Barbara was an incredible mom, grandmother, sister and friend who was known for her lively spirit, generosity...

Oct 13, 2024

Raymond Boyd, 81, of Bergholz, Ohio, passed away on October 13, 2024. He was born on November 20, 1942, to the late Robert Murray Boyd and Faye (McKee) Boyd-Morgan. In addition to his parents, Raymond is preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Boyd; his sister, Virginia Kemmer; and his stepfather, Floyd Morgan.

Raymond was a proud...

Oct 13, 2024

William "Bill" Joseph Patterson, 66, of Hopedale, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024. He was born on April 3, 1958, in Bellaire, Ohio, to the late William Lee Patterson and Anna Vaun Dowling.

Bill was a proud U.S. Army Veteran and was a member of the Hopedale American Legion Post #682. He had 35 years...

Oct 11, 2024

Kim (Kashiwagi) Rubalcava, 90, of Richmond, Ohio passed away Friday, October 11, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 18, 1933 in Tokyo, Japan. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Rubalcava on October 28, 2019.

Kim is survived by two sons, Alfred (Chris) Rubalcava and Glenn (Michelle) Rubalcava; three daughters, Mary...

Oct 7, 2024

Eleanor "Ellie" Elizabeth (Taylor) Painter, 83, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and loved ones on October 7, 2024. Eleanor was diagnosed with terminal metastatic cancer just two short weeks ago, but was more concerned about her children and grandchildren surviving without her than her illness. Two of her daughters, Pattie and Debbie, were both...

Oct 5, 2024

Camden Dean Fisher was born on September 13, 2024, in Steubenville, Ohio, to Josh Fisher and Amber Lane, and unexpectedly passed away on October 5, 2024.

In addition to Camden's parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Tonya Lane, Vala Fisher, and Forest (Cheryl) Lane Jr.; his brothers, Kaileb, Kaiden, and Flynn Fisher; his sister, Kyliah Fisher;...

Sep 29, 2024

Samuel Earl Brown Jr., 89, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away on September 29, 2024. He was born on October 19, 1934, in Cowansville, Pennsylvania, to the late Earl and Gladys (Hollabaugh) Brown. In addition to his parents, Samuel is preceded in death by his loving wife, Delores (Black) Brown; his daughter, Erin Beth Brown; and his brother, Walter Brown....

Sep 21, 2024

Gracie Jo Ramsey was born February 10, 2022 at Weirton Medical to her loving parents Tyler and Heather Ramsey of Richmond. She went to be with the Lord on Saturday September 21, 2024 at Trinity Medical Center. For all that knew her she was the light of the world and best cousin and little sister anyone could ask for....

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...