Obituaries

Nov 3, 2024

Betty Lou (Treylinek) Preslin, 89 of St. Clairsville, formerly of Martins Ferry passed away peacefully Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Belmont Manor, surrounded by her family. She was born May 26, 1935, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of the late, Joseph Treylinek and Susie Palkovich.

Betty was a retired secretary with the former Cook Insurance Company. She...

Nov 1, 2024

Chester (Bob) Burlenski, Jr. , of Adena formerly of Lafferty passed away peacefully at Forest Hill, St. Clairsville, Ohio on November 1, 2024. He was born on October 10, 1937. He was the oldest child of the late Chester Burlenski, Sr. and Katherine (Androna) Burlenski.  Chester, or Bob as family and friends knew him, grew up in Blaine.  He...

Nov 1, 2024

Charles E. Williams Jr 73 of Bridgeport passed away Friday November 1, 2024, at Wheeling Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 16, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, a son of the late Charles E. and Rose (Galloway) Williams Sr.

Charles was a retired Corrections Officer for the Belmont Correctional Institute, a Veteran of the...

Nov 1, 2024

Dennis C. Robards, 72, of Belmont, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 1, 2024.  He was born on Mother's Day, May 11, 1952 in Cleveland, Ohio, a son of the late Chester and Kathern "Lady" (Hillberry) Robards.

Dennis was a loving husband, father, papaw, son, and brother.  He was a mechanic and a...

Oct 31, 2024

After 106.5 years, Carolyn A. DeMatte passed away on October 31, 2024. Formerly of Bridgeport, Ohio, she resided in St. Clairsville, first with family then more recently at Forest Hill Healthcare Center, where she passed away peacefully. She was born on May 4, 1918, to Louis Strauss and Caroline (Supan) Strauss.

After graduating from Bridgeport High School,...

Oct 31, 2024

Daisy Loretta Fulton passed away peacefully at home on October 31, 2024.  She was born on September 13, 1938 to the late William and Leota (Laws) Lowe.

Daisy was a beautician and business owner of Ladies and Gents Beauty Salon.  She enjoyed bowling, cooking, and reading books.  She also was an artist who enjoyed painting.  She loved...

Oct 30, 2024

Dora Elizabeth (Stinard) Horvat, 87, of Dillonvale, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024, in the Valley Hospice Care Center North. She was born on April 19, 1937, in Wheeling, a daughter of the late Loman A. "Casey" and Esta J. (Hartzell) Stinard. Dora was a member of the Smithfield Evangelical Friends Church, where she formerly served as the church...

Oct 24, 2024

Anthony L. (Bud) Haswell, 80, of Martins Ferry passed away from a lengthy illness on October 24, 2024, at home with his wife and son caring for him.  Bud was born November 13, 1943, in Adena, Ohio.  He was the son of the late James and Betty (Donley) Haswell of Shadyside, Ohio.

Retiring from UPS after 34...

Oct 23, 2024

Together Again

Jean Ann (Heslop) Bennett, 92 of Martins Ferry passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at WVU Medicine – Wheeling Hospital. She was born on December 24, 1931, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of the late Wilbur B. and Louise (Saunders) Heslop.

She was retired co-owner/operator of the...

Oct 21, 2024

Frances Hazel Conaway, 90 of Shadyside passed away Monday, October 21, 2024, at Shadyside Health Care Center.  She was born October 26, 1933, in West Wheeling, the daughter of the late George and Rebecca (Meeker) Rhodes.

Frances was a member of the Riverview Bible Church, and was a homemaker, her love for her family was matched only...

Oct 19, 2024

Shelvia Jean Hashman age 73 of Madison, AL passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Barnesville, OH on August 1, 1951, to the late Paul Max and Imogene Pearl (Taylor) Triplett.

Shelvia was a Wife and Homemaker, who dedicated her life to her children, grandchildren and family. She was an...

Oct 15, 2024

Joni Beth Foy, 45, passed away on October 15, 2024 when God called his child to be home in Heaven with Him.  She was born on June 30, 1979, a daughter to Mary Owens and John Foy.  She was loved and cared for by her mother and step-father, Larry Owens for most of her treasured life.

Joni...

Oct 14, 2024

Dana Lynn Holler 73 of Bridgeport passed away Monday October 14, 2024, at Ruby Memorial hospital Morgantown, West Virginia. She was born February 10, 1951, in Bellaire, a daughter of the late Forrest and Julia E. (Conner) Rankin.

She was retired from the Hampton Inn in St. Clairsville.

In addition to her parents, she was...

Oct 14, 2024

Suela Ann Dowdle passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 14, 2024.  She was born on November 3, 1944 to the late Walter Matthew and Anna Martha (Rowland) Tracy.

Suela was a dedicated teacher for 35+ years for 2nd & 3rd grades for the Union Local Elementary School.  She loved traveling and gambling.  She and...

Oct 13, 2024

Dorothy Brand Harr peacefully went home to Jesus on October 13, 2024, at the age of 85. She was born February 25th, 1939, in Wheeling, WV to the late Robert "Paul" and Virginia Brand.

After graduating from Warwood High School in Wheeling, Dorothy continued her education earning a degree in Music from Ithaca college in New York....

Oct 12, 2024

Mark Ryan Gerevics, 38, of Bridgeport, OH passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, at WVU-Wheeling Hospital.  He was born July 24, 1986, the son of Michael Gerevics and the late April (Christy) Gerevics.

Mark was a former social services worker and was a member of the Lansing United Methodist Church.  He enjoyed antique cars, boating, and music....

Oct 11, 2024

Marvin A. Ward, 87, of Beallsville, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, October 11, 2024 in the home that he loved, at his farm surrounded by loved ones. He was born July 28, 1937 near Beallsville, a son of the late Ralph and Esther Phillips Ward.

A 1955 graduate of Beallsville High School, Marvin also attended McKinley...

Oct 11, 2024

Patricia Ann (Thalman) Bellville, 87 of Wheeling, formerly of Colerain passed away Friday, October 11, 2024, at Liza's Place in Wheeling.  She was born October 15, 1936, in Wheeling, WV, the daughter of the late Howard and Sarah (Smith) Thalman.

Patricia was a retired Supervisor with the former Bobby Brooks Company in Bellaire and was a Medical...

Oct 9, 2024

Pamela Pugh, 70 of Martins Ferry, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the WVU Medicine-Wheeling Hospital.  She was born September 16, 1954, in Martins Ferry the daughter of the late Edward and Betty (Carpenter) Gibbons.

Pam retired after 25 years of service with the Belmont County Senior Services.  She also worked at the former Rose Café...

Oct 9, 2024

Martin Blanchette, 77 of Martins Ferry passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Wheeling Hospital.  He was born June 28, 1947, in Manhattan, New York, the son of the late Oscar and Edna (Casey) Blanchette.

Martin lived and loved life; he never met a stranger.  He was a Hairdresser and worked for the Signature Salon in Wheeling,...