Obituaries
Michael James Sall Jr.
Jun 9, 2026
Michael J. Sall Jr. 67 of Martins Ferry passed away Tuesday June 9, 2026, at Ohio State University Hospital Columbus. He was born January 17, 1959, in Wheeling, a son of the late Michael J. “Pete” Sall Sr. and Louise (Mozie) Sall.
He was a retired employee of Kalkreuth Roofing Local #188 Wheeling, and a member of the Muskie Club #16...
Jane Arda Lipphardt
Jun 7, 2026
Jane Arda Lipphardt, 88, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, formally of Pierpont, Ohio and Martins Ferry, Ohio, was called home by her Lord and Savior on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Jane was born on May 20, 1938, in Conneaut, Ohio, the daughter of the late Arthur R. Lewis and Velma A. (Sweet) Lewis - O'Donnell.
In addition to her parents, she was...
Scott Allen Gary
Jun 6, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Scott Allen Gary, 69, of Mt. Sterling, Ohio (formerly of Bridgeport, Ohio). Scott passed away on June 6, 2026, while vacationing in Destin, Florida. He was born on May 5, 1957, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, to the late Orval and Dorothy (Kaska) Gary.
In addition to his parents, Scott was...
Andrew Michael Deitch
Jun 5, 2026
Andrew Michael Deitch, 64, of Harrisville, OH, went to be with the Lord on Friday, June 5, 2026, at his home. He was born and raised on March 1, 1962, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, the son of the late Raymond E. and Mary E. (Thomas) Deitch.
He and his wife owned and operated Deitch Hauling Company for 46 years and he...
Charles R. Ebright
Jun 5, 2026
Charles R. Ebright, 85, (aka) Bubba, Catfish and Shadrack passed away Friday, June 5, 2026, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 25th, 1940, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, the son of the late, Harry C. Ebright and Anna (Costa) Eden and stepfather, Lonnie Eden.
He was retired from Signode (ITW) Steel Strapping Corp. of Weirton, WV...
Morningstar Shunk
Jun 4, 2026
Morningstar Shunk, 66 of Bellaire passed away Thursday, June 4, 2026, at WVU Medicine/Wheeling Hospital. She was born on December 16, 1959, in Wheeling, WV, the daughter of the late, George and Mildred (Price) Duffey, Sr.
Morningstar was Christian by faith, her many activities included baking, drawing and was a big fan of the Cleveland Browns. She was a devoted homemaker...
James Donald Riggle Sr.
Jun 3, 2026
TOGETHER AGAIN:
James Donald Riggle Sr. 89 of Moundsville passed away Wednesday June 3, 2026, at Moundsville Health Care Center. He was born January 31, 1937, in Wheeling, a son of the late Thomas F. and Merville (Keller) Riggle.
Jim was a retired employee of Saginaw Coal Mine. He loved bowling, and was a avid Raider’s Fan.
Jim was preceded in death by...
Carol Sue Brown
May 30, 2026
Carol Sue Brown, 79, of Dillonvale, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in Trinity West Hospital, Steubenville. She was born on October 31, 1946, in Wheeling, the only child of the late Mike and Mary (Kovach) Laskowski. Carol was Lutheran by faith, a member of the Pine Valley Sportsman Club, an avid animal lover, she...
Lisa Jean Richards
May 30, 2026
Lisa Jean (Fedorko) Richards, 58, of Martins Ferry, OH, passed away Saturday, May 30th, 2026, peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 5th, 1968, in Martins Ferry, OH.
A lifelong resident of Martins Ferry, Lisa graduated in 1986 from Martins Ferry High School. She was a proud Purple Rider. She held various roles and...
Smith "Smitty" William Myers
May 29, 2026
Smith “Smitty” William Myers, 81, of St. Clairsville, passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 25, 1945, in Martins Ferry, the only child of the late William and Lucille (Eddy) Myers. Smitty retired from Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel, was a member of the Martins Ferry Masonic Lodge, and enjoyed...
Grace Ellen Rushman Tarquinio-Michel
May 27, 2026
Grace Ellen Rushman Tarquino Michel 75, 0f Bridgeport passed away Wednesday May 27, 2026, at her home. She was born March 12, 1951, in Bellaire, a daughter of the late Richard Rushman Sr. and Freda Mae (Mulvey) Rushman Rhodes.
She was a member of the Experience Church in St. Clairsville. She loved to dance and listen to oldies music; enjoyed going...
Janet Lynn Elerick
May 25, 2026
Janet Lynn Elerick, 58, of Port Charlotte, FL, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2026, beside her family in Port Charlotte. She was born July 25, 1967, in Martins Ferry, OH, a daughter of the late James and Betty Lee (Riebold) McAninch. Janet was Christian by faith, and enjoyed cooking, gardening, spending time with family and friends, and was an avid...
Carol Sue Schwanenberger
May 24, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Carol Sue Schwanenberger on Sunday, May 24, 2026. She was born on February 11, 1951, to the late James and Virginia (Gibson) Conway of Martins Ferry, Ohio. She left the world surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was a devoted wife of over 50 years to James Schwanenberger....
Robert Russell Wood
May 23, 2026
Robert Russell Wood, 79, of Martins Ferry passed away Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Wheeling Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 28, 1946, in Martins Ferry, the son of the late James and Pauline (Huff) Wood.
Bob was a retired educator after 35 years of teaching for the Martins Ferry School District as a science teacher. Bob...
Lawrence E. "Pete" Flowers
May 22, 2026
Together Again!
Lawrence E. (Pete) Flowers, 87 of Wolfhurst, Ohio passed away Friday May 22, 2026, at Ruby Memorial Hospital. He was born on November 30, 1938, in Bellaire, the son of the late Goff and Edith (Littleton) Flowers.
Pete was a proud graduate of Bellaire High School class of 1956. He retired after 42 years at International Harvester/Navistar followed by 10...
Susann Elizabeth Deihl
May 20, 2026
TOGETHER AGAIN:
Susann Elizabeth Deihl, 80, of Bridgeport, passed away Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Trinity Hospital in Steubenville, Ohio. She was born on January 31, 1946, in Martins Ferry, the daughter of the late Lawrence and Dolly (Delande) Neuhardt.
Susann retired from Bridgeport Schools as an educator after 49 years of dedicated service. She was inducted into the Bridgeport Alumni Hall...
Nancy Jane Spielvogel
May 19, 2026
Nancy Spielvogel, 76, of Martins Ferry, passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at WVU Medicine -Wheeling Hospital. She was born on October 21, 1949, the daughter of the late John and Stella Paul.
Nancy was a retired employee of the YWCA in Wheeling, and worked at Petrson Rehabilitation Hospital, a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Martins Ferry, she embraced her...
Pamela Sue Dennis
May 18, 2026
Pamela Sue Dennis 68 of Bridgeport, formerly of Paden City, passed away Monday May 18, 2026, at Wheeling Hospital. She was born July 23, 1957, in Wetzel County, a daughter of the late Bernard and Lavaughn (Myers) Lawson Leek.
She was a housewife and a Christian by faith; she loved her family and had a smile on her face all the...
Charles Jay Schaefer
May 18, 2026
Charles Jay Schaefer, 84, of Ozark, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 18, 2026 at his home. Charlie was born March 25, 1942 in Norwalk, Ohio a son of the late Floyd and Dorothy Miller Schaefer.
Charlie graduated from Bellevue High School in 1960 and from The Ohio State University College of Agriculture in 1966. He taught agriculture and FFA...
Judith Victoria Straface
May 15, 2026
Judith “Judy” Victoria Straface, 73, passed away peacefully at the Shadyside Care Center on May 15, 2026. She was born on October 5, 1952 in Wheeling, West Virginia, a daughter of the late Joseph Katherine (Premivilch) Straface.
Judy retired from being a home health caregiver. She was an artist who loved to paint. She enjoyed being in nature. She was an...
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