Obituaries

Feb 7, 2024

Phillip P. Sawchuk 83, of Mt. Pleasant passed away Wednesday February 7, 2024, at Forest Hills Nursing Home, St. Clairsville. He was born July 17, 1940, in Adena, a son of the late Pete and Stella (Grabits) Sawchuk.

Phil was a retired employee of Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel Corporation, an Army Veteran, a member of St. Adelbert Catholic...

Feb 5, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Steve Sorvalis, who left us peacefully at home on the morning of February 5th, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on November 5th, 1941, to George and Mary (Rigas) Sorvalis, Steve's life was one marked by dedication, love, and laughter.

Steve grew up in Bellaire,...

Feb 1, 2024

Lawrence "Larry" Krob, 74 of Bridgeport passed away Thursday, February 1, 2024, at Wheeling Hospital. He was born April 24, 1949, in Wheeling, WV, the son of the late Frank J. and Mary Margaret (Kaska) Krob.

He was retired from R & F Coal Company, a member of the former All Saints Catholic Church, a veteran of...

Jan 26, 2024

TOGETHER AGAIN:

Dr. Nermin D. ("Dr. Nermin") Lavapies of Los Angeles, CA, and Martins Ferry, OH, died Friday, January 26, 2024, at her residence, Belmont Village, in Los Angeles, CA.

She loved large gatherings of friends, her garden, fashion, her numerous cats, travel, chocolate, baking desserts (especially baklava), Roger Federer, Olympic figure skaters, music, movies,...

Jan 26, 2024

Priscilla Ann Beavon, 84, of Bridgeport, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, in The Meadows Nursing Home, Cadiz. She was born on May 2, 1939, in Martins Ferry, a daughter of the late Cecil and Catherine (Coleman) Rose. She served her country in the United States Navy and retired from Walmart.

Priscilla is survived by her daughter,...

Jan 25, 2024

Gail L. Johnson (Kulabonish), 61, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away on January 25, 2024, to go Home.

Gail was born on October 2, 1962, to Paul John Kulabonish and Eleanor Eulalia Kulabonish in Wheeling, WV. Gail graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1981, where she was an avid softball player and a member of the marching...

Jan 23, 2024

Brian Jay Latham, age 60, of Bethesda, Ohio, passed away on January 23, 2024. He was born in Wheeling, West Virginia, on April 10, 1963, the son of Joyce (Snyder) Latham and the late William Latham.

Brian was a loving father, a great brother, and a great son. He enjoyed life. He liked to golf and loved...

Jan 23, 2024

Joseph John Dubil, 68, of Blaine, Ohio, passed away peacefully with his children and granddaughters by his side at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, WV on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

He was born August 27, 1955, to Edward and Helen (Butch) Dubil.  A graduate of St. John High School in Bellaire, Joe was a standout baseball player...

Jan 23, 2024

Dean Allen Benedetta, 63 of Bethesda, formerly of Bellaire passed Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at his residence.  He was born on May 25, 1960, the son of the late Tony and Betty Kathryn (Goudy) Benedetta.

Dean was retired from The Kroger Company, a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corp, a graduate of St. John Central...

Jan 21, 2024

Robbie "Keg" Bier, 51, of Beallsville, Ohio passed away Sunday, January 21, 2024 near Lewisville, Ohio. He was born May 20, 1972 in Bellaire Hospital, the oldest son of Theodore "Bo" and Pam Baker Bier.

Robbie was an employee of Shalepro Energy Services and an avid Cincinnati Bengals fan. In addition to his parents, left to cherish...

Jan 21, 2024

Donovan David Lehman, age 84, of Barnesville, Ohio, passed away on January 21, 2024. He was born in Orville Ohio, on April 28, 1939, the son of the late Orlin and Beulah (Horst) Lehman.

Don was an ambitious man who retired from remodeling homes.  He was a drummer in his high school band.  He was a detail-oriented...

Jan 21, 2024

Robert Allen "Bobby" Kubovicz 68, of Bridgeport passed away Sunday January 21, 2024, at his home. He was born January 8, 1956, in Wheeling, a son of the late Frank and Betty (Speidel) Kubovicz.

Bobby was the owner and operator of United Electric of Wheeling, and a member of the IBEW Local #141.

In addition...

Jan 17, 2024

Georgette Rosalia Holstein, 96, of St. Clairsville, formerly of Lansing, passed away in her residence on Wednesday, January 17th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 24, 1927, in Lansing, a daughter of the late Joseph and Angeline (Marshall) Halloy. She was a member of the Pleasant Valley Presbyterian Church, retired after 42 years of...

Jan 16, 2024

Ernest William Bachie Jr., 71, of Lansing, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024, in his residence. He was born on November 23, 1952, in Martins Ferry, a son of the late Ernest and Joan (Scheid) Bachie. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wolfhurst, was employed by Lowes in St. Clairsville for many years and enjoyed...

Jan 13, 2024

Jess Franklin Pugh, Jr., 76 of Dillonvale passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Wheeling. He was born on August 19, 1947, in Martins Ferry, the son of Grace Irene Lambert and the late Jess Franklin Pugh, Sr.

He was a retired coal miner and electrician...

Jan 9, 2024

Sarah Marie (Sally) Smith, age 67, joined the angels and her beloved family in heaven on January 9, 2024.  Those she joined include her parents, Joseph G. and Beverly K. Smith, her sister, Mary Ann Hornbeck and her brother, Pete.

She is survived by her brother Mike and his wife Suzy, her sisters Marti and her husband...

Jan 9, 2024

Forrest Carroll, 33, of Lansing, Ohio Passed away at home on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. He was born on April 17, 1990, in New Martinsville, WV. The son of Ora Jack Carroll and Debra Carroll.

Forrest was always described as being a memorable character but especially one who had " A Heart of Gold" and was truly...

Jan 7, 2024

George Roger Hoover, Sr. 77, of Beallsville, Ohio passed away in the home that he loved on Sunday, January 7, 2024. A son of the late Richard and Margaret Hudson Hoover, George was born November 4,1946 in Barnesville Hospital, Barnesville, Ohio.

He retired from Marquart, Inc. where he had worked for years as both a union carpenter...

Jan 4, 2024

John Doughty Obituary John "Edward" Doughty Artist and Miniature Wood Craftsman John "Edward" Doughty, Sr., 90, of Martins Ferry, Ohio, passed away Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Rolling Hills Rehabilitation Center. He was born June 23, 1933, in Martins Ferry, OH, a son of the late Walter E. and Ann Doughty. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Jan 4, 2024

Marjorie E. (Walker) Patterson, 90 of Martins Ferry passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at Park Health Nursing Care and Rehabilitation Center in St. Clairsville. She was born November 19, 1933, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of the late Elza and Dorothy (Helt) Walker.

Marjorie was devoted to her family, being a wife, mother, grandmother,...