All Obituaries

Gregory Edward Allen, 31, of Bridgeport, OH, died October 20th, 2018 at Ohio Valley Medical Center.  He was born July 20th, 1987, in Wheeling WV, a son of Gregory O’Neil Allen and Tonia Anne Williams.   Gregory was a Catholic by faith.  He was preceded in death by his son, Keyon Allen.  In addition to his parents, he is survived by his children; Niesha Allen-Cerritos, Gregory E. Allen Jr., Lanayah Allen, Keyarrah Allen; grandmother, Geraldine Williams;...

Olive M. Beaver 79, of Bellaire died Friday October 19, 2018 at her home. She was born January 26, 1939 in Ill, a daughter of the late Nathan and Mae (Runner) Tally.  She was a Christian, and a housewife.   In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband Samuel E. Beaver Sr. in 2003, two brothers William and Robert Tally, two grandsons and a great grandson.   Olive is survived by her children, Samuel E. Beaver Jr. of Martins Ferry, Pauline L....

Dorothy B. Rager, 82, of Brilliant, OH, died October 18th, 2018 at Acuity Specialty Hospital in Weirton, WV.  She was born October 23, 1935, in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late John and Barbara (Topocik) Simkanin.  Dorothy was a retired sales representative for Steubenville Fruit, was a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church, the AARP, Mingo Senior Center, Shanagu Club, and the Democratic Federated Women’s Club.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

It is with great sadness that the family of Valerie Casper announces her passing on October 16, 2018.  Valerie will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Jim Casper Jr., son, James Casper III, daughter, Erica (Chris) Crowder, grandson, Kash Crowder, sisters, Nancy Cross, Sandy Bednarek and Kim Glasco, father-in-law, James Casper Sr.  She will also be fondly remembered by her sister-in-laws, Tina Folda, Susan (Jeffrey) Kolkedy, brother-in-laws, Stephen (Michele) Casper, Thomas...

Chad A. Ullom, 41, of Barton, OH died October 14, 2018.  He was born June 19, 1977, a son of Sandra (Channel) Ullom Roberts and the late Fredrick Ullom.  In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Carl F. Bauer.  Chad is survived by his mother, Sandra Ullom Roberts; fiancé, Alyssa Rader; children, Hailey, Anthony, Cecilia, and Jonathan Ullom; and sister, Christina (Bruce) Yates.  A memorial service will be held Friday, October 19, 2018 at...

Wanda Josephine Fletcher, 96, of Martins Ferry, passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2018 in Belmont Manor.  She was born in Lansing on August 3, 1922 a daughter of the late Benny and Jennie (Podgorski) Kaminski.  She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and retired from Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel after 35 years of service. She is survived by her son, Paul (Jacki) Fletcher of Lansing and her precious granddaughter, Nicole Fletcher of Martins Ferry. Wanda was preceded in...

Gerald Franklin Criswell Jr., 64 of Mt Pleasant, passed away on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 in his residence surrounded by his family.  He was born on January 22, 1954 in Wheeling, WV, a son of the late Gerald F. and Martha (Dinger) Criswell Sr.  He was a 1972 graduate of Martins Ferry High School and was an avid Ohio State Football fan, motorcyclist and a car enthusiast.  He is survived by his daughter, Jessica (Joe) Keller of Mt. Pleasant; a brother, Tim (Lynnie) Criswell; two...

Dorothy J. Moore, 98, of Bridgeport, OH died October 6, 2018 at Forest Hills Retirement Center.  She was born September 3, 1920, a daughter of the late Andrew and Eula (Gum) Herold Sr.  Dorothy was retired after working 50 years for Baker’s Shoe Store and was a Presbyterian by faith.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter in 2001; brothers, Andrew Jr., Thomas, Robert Herold; sisters, Evelyn Morford and Mildred Herold.  ...

Kathryn Ann “Kay” Bettineschi, 87 of Good Shepard Nursing Home Wheeling, formerly of Dillonvale died Saturday October 6, 2018 at Wheeling Hospital. She was born March 8, 1931 in Martins Ferry, a daughter of the late Frank Sr. and Catherine (Dorsey) Hutkai.   She was a member of St Adalbert’s Catholic Church Dillonvale, where she sang in the choir. And the American Legion Aux.   In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband John...

Clara Lash, 89, of Colerain passed away Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Park Health Care Center surrounded by her loving family. She was born December 25, 1928, a daughter of the late Harry and Mary (Bucolith) Fulton. Clara was a member of Colerain Presbyterian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David P. Lash. She is survived by her children, David P. (Carol) Lash Jr. of Colerain, Gregory W. Lash of Senacaville, OH; grandchildren, David M. (Amy) Lash,...