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Paul Gallagher

Gallagher, Paul, age 92, of Bannock, Ohio died Monday, May 5, 2008 at Cumberland Pointe Care Center in St. Clairsville.

He was born on November 26, 1915 at Temperanceville, Ohio, son of the late Charles and Carrie Jeffers Gallagher.

Paul was a Loving Father and Grandfather.  He was an avid outdoorsman, hunter and fisherman and enjoyed bowling. Paul was retired from Consolidation Coal Company.  He was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Flushing; a former member of the Knights of Columbus and Belmont-Jefferson Beagle Club.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by a brother, Homer Gallagher; five sisters, Helen Gallagher, Viola White, Magdalen Scanlon, Clara Briney and Florence McCort.

Surviving are his wife, Crystal May Flood Gallagher; a son, Paul J. (Amelia) Gallagher of Fayetteville, North Carolina; two daughters, Helen E. Niemiec of Bethesda and Constance A. (Kenneth) Reed of St. Clairsville; special friends, Henry and Grace Niemiec of St. Clairsville; 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

Family and friends will be received on Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville with a vigil service at 8 p.m.  Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated on Thursday at 10 a.m. in St. Paul's Church, Flushing, with Father Frederick Kihm the celebrant.  Burial will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens in Pleasant Grove.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Paul’s Catholic Church, P. O. Box 45, Flushing, OH 43977.

Rev. Vera Simms Galvez

Galvez, Rev. Vera Lois Simms, 94 of Barnesville, Ohio died Monday, Sept. 22, 2008 at the Barnesville Health Care Center. 

Vera was born in her parents home in Glencoe, Ohio on March 13, 1914.  She lived in Glencoe throughout her childhood — roaming the woods and walking the old Indian Trail on the hill across from the family old log house.  She had one brother, Ellsworth Willard Simms whom she dearly loved.

She was called to the ministry at an early age.  Her father, Rev. Clinton Simms, conducted revivals in various locations and she and her mother accompanied him.  She was encouraged to take an active role in the services.  She presented her first sermon in the Church of the Nazarene in Winter Haven, Florida on March 13, 1932.  She attended Eastern Nazarene College in 1943 - 1945 to study radio broadcasting.

At the age of 28 she was ordained at the Church of the Nazarene district assembly in 1942.  She served the Church of the Nazarene Headquarters as an evangelist in Central and South Americas and also served as a youth councilor, children’s worker and Christian Education Director.

In 1951 she was called by the Church of the Nazarene to organize and supervise the building of a new church in Powhatan Point, Ohio.  She also directed a daily radio broadcast from the new facility.  All this, while taking care of an ill mother and aging father in her home.

From 1956 through 1963 she returned to Glencoe with her parents where she taped her own weekly radio program, “The Saviour’s Call”, which was aired in Panama, Barbados, Alaska, Appollo and Pittsburgh, Pa., Moundsville, WVa and Canton, Ohio.  She also held Bible classes for the children of the neighborhood.

After her parents’ deaths she returned to Eastern Nazarene College to complete a degree of Bachelor of Science in 1967.  While attending classes she served as an evangelist to  neighboring areas.  After graduation she taught Spanish in Barnesville High School.  In 1968 she was called to be pastor of the Barnesville Nazarene Church where she remained until 1972.

After her marriage to Rev. Marco Galvez in 1966 and the completion of her responsibilities as pastor of the Barnesville Nazarene Church, she served as her husband’s assistant in Spanish ministries in Peru, Mexico, Boston and Cleveland.  After retirement in 1985 they returned to live in Barnesville.  Retirement was short lived for Rev. Vera Galvez who was soon called again in 1989 to be the pastor of the Barnesville Church of the Nazarene.  In 1995, at the age of 81 she retired again.

Vera Simms Galvez served her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ all the days of her life.  Her love for her family was reflected in her many kindnesses.  She was a prayer warrior and spent hours on her knees pleading before her Lord in our behalf.  She enjoyed flowers, especially wild flowers; and she loved animals.  And she loved her home.  After a prolonged stay in the hospital, when she no longer could return home, her light began to slowly fade.  We watched her earthly light slowly ebbing away as we waited for her to drift into the heavenly light of our Lord.

Mrs. Galvez leaves her husband of 42 years, Rev. Marco Galvez and their son Juan Galvez and wife Luz in Lima, Peru.  She also leaves two nieces, Sylvia Simms of Bakersfield, California, and Elaine Simms Tragesser (Bob) of Hamilton, Ohio.  Her great nephew, Don Tragesser (Lori) and children Gabriela and Michael; her great niece, Teresa Tragesser Patrick (Craig) and children Alyxandria and Chance.  Also a dear cousin Patty Renzella (Nick).  She was preceded in death by her mother, Viola Stitzer Simms, Father, Clinton Ellsworth Simms and brother Ellsworth Willard Simms.

Our deep appreciation to Marlene Hubbard who was Vera’s friend and caretaker for many years.  Also, our deep appreciation and thanks to Dr. Samuel and the Barnesville Healthcare Center nurses and staff for their excellent care during Vera’s stay at the center.

Visitation will be held at the Church of the Nazarene in Barnesville, Monday, September 29, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. where services will be held a 1 :00 p.m. with Rev. Chuck Leasure officiating.  Burial will follow in Glencoe Cemetery, Glencoe, Ohio.

Inez Gatten

Gatten, Inez Parker, 89 of Ogilbee Road, Centerville, Ohio died Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Trinity East in Steubenville.

She was born at Centerville on June 10, 1918 a daughter of the late Fred and Mary Walters Parker.

Inez was a homemaker and a member of the Bend Fork Christian Church.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley H. Gatten; a brother Charles Parker and a sister, Dorothy Kinney.

She is survived by 4 sons, Raymond Allen (Marie) Gatten of Rittman, OH; Glenn A. (Shirley) Gatten of Alamogordo, NM; Donald D. (Dorothy) Gatten of Belmont, OH and Stanley J. “Junior” (Sandra) Gatten of Gahanna, Ohio; 1 daughter, Barbara E. Price of Wooster, Ohio; 1 brother, Denzil Eugene (Stella) Parker of Wadsworth, Ohio; 18 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Saturday at the Bend Fork Christian Church from noon to time of services at 1:00 p.m. with Ed Fellabaum officiating.  Burial will follow in the Bend Fork Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, Trinity East or East Ohio Regional Hospital Long Term Care Unit.

Dorcas George

Dorcas George, 72 of Airport Road, St. Clairsville, Ohio passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2008, due to health complications.

She was born June 24, 1936 in Middleport, Ohio, a daughter of the late Hobart George and Inez Miller George.

Dorcas was previously employed by Belco Works for many years, and most recently worked at Tomorrowʼs Corner. She was an avid motorcycle lover and enjoyed semi-trucks. She liked being outside and attending concerts, especially blue grass and gospel.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until time of service at noon with Rev. Jerry Wenger officiating. Burial follows in Oak View Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Lillian Gonot

Gonot, Lillian, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, formerly of California and St. Clairsville, Ohio, died Sunday, November 9, 2008 at home.

She was born January 23, 1935 in St. Clairsville, daughter of the late Leo and Rose Gonot.

Lillian was a retired school teacher, counselor and principal in California.  She earned her Bachelors and Masters Degree from Kent State University.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by sisters and brothers, Kitty Meyo, Helen Dalmas, Leo, Carl and Jimmy Gonot.

Surviving are four sisters, Nancy Pogoda of San Jose, California, Joan Gulajski of Silver Lake, Ohio, Patty Jakubic of St. Clairsville, and Sandy Contis of Pittsburgh; sister-in-law, Kathleen Gonot of St. Clairsville; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m., with Father Anthony Batt officiating. Burial follows in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Cindy Graham

Cindy Lou Graham, 47 formerly of Jacobsburg, Ohio died Sunday October 5, 2008 in Gerrardstown, West Virginia.

She was born October 21, 1960 in Bellaire, a daughter of Blaine F. Graham and the late Lucy Graham.

In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a sister, Karen Sue Graham; and son-in-law, William Shipe.

Surviving in addition to her father of Jacobsburg, are two daughters, Jessica (Scott) Sargent of Cutler, Ohio, and Tabitha Shipe of Bellaire; step mother, Micki Graham of Jacobsburg; a brother, Tony Graham of St. Clairsville; a sister, Teresa (Brian) Mellott of Gerrardstown, WV.; 5 grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, October 11, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. at Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg with Pastor Darla Schnegg officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Graham family, c/o Jessica Sargent, 200 Clutter Rd., Cutler, OH 45724.

William E. Green

Green, William E., 82, of Bellaire, Ohio died Sunday, January 27, 2008 in Ohio Valley Medical Center.

He was born on July 17, 1925 in Wheeling, the son of the late Samuel and Maude Gibbs Green.

William was a former employee of Picoma Industries and sexton of the Linwood and Weeks Cemeteries. He was a member, overseer and greeter at East Richland Friends Church in St. Clairsville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Donley Green; a son, Brian Green; two brothers, Sam and Harry Green; and a sister, Peg Bliss.

Surviving are two sons, William Green and George Donley; two daughters, Virginia Wilson and Diann DiFebo; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m., with Rev. Wayne Ickes officiating.  Burial will follow at Weeks Cemetery in Bridgeport.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633 or online at www.alz.org.

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Regina Yanik Hajdin

Regina Yanik Hajdin beloved wife and mother died Sunday Sept 28, 2008 after a long hard fought battle with breast cancer.  Regina was 54 years old and is survived by her husband of 31 years, Michael J. Hajdin, daughter, Christine E. Hajdin 22; a son, Michael A. Hajdin 18, brother, Andrew (AJ) Yanik of Wheeling, WV, niece, Nicole Yanik as well as her parents, Elvera (Cerra) Yanik and Andy Yanik of St. Clairsville, OH.   Regina was born September 16, 1954 in St. Clairsville, OH.

Regina, a graduate of St. Clairsville high school in the class of 1972 received her Bachelors degree in Nursing from the Ohio State University.  She worked as an intensive care nurse over a span of 32 years at a number of hospital’s including the Cleveland Clinic, Pasadena Bayshore hospital in Houston, TX, the Beaver County hospital in Beaver, PA, the West Chester hospital in West Chester, PA and most recently at the Mount Carmel St. Anne’s hospital in Westerville, OH.

Regina was an active member of St. John Neumann’s parish in Sunbury, OH where she resided until death.  Her energetic and dynamic personality made her loved and well known by many and she will certainly be greatly missed.  Regina was a dedicated wife and mother devoting much of her free time doing charity work for others. She taught CCD classes at her parish, actively volunteered time for the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, prepared meals at the local Salvation Army and was a pioneer for bringing computers in her local school district.  Regina was also a gifted artist and her handmade Christmas cards are still treasured by those lucky enough to have been on her list.

Friends will be received 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Thursday with a Vigil Service at 3 PM.

Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Church in Fairpoint, OH on Friday Oct. 3 at 11:00 AM with Father Thomas Graven and Father David Sizemore as co-celebrants.  Burial follows in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memorial & Honor Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Robert A. Harris

Robert A Harris, 71 of Spring St., Flushing, Ohio passed into eternity on Saturday, June 21, 2008 surrounded by his loving family at home.

He was born April 20, 1937 in Union Township, a son of the late Benjamin and Kathryn Harris.

He was retired from Delacandro Sand and Gravel in Westerville and a veteran employee of Cravat Coal Company, Cadiz.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Tom and Glen Harris; and a grandson, Roy Grafton, Jr.

Surviving are his devoted children, Cindy (Tom) Cook of Glen Dale, WVa., Susan (Roy) Grafton of Flushing, Robert Allen Harris of Columbus; and the mother of his children, Dorothy Harris; also surviving is his pride and joy, grandson, Edwin Robert Grafton of Flushing.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. where services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Wayne Clark officiating. Burial follows in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, 132 Peters Run Rd., Wheeling, WV 26003.

Wilma Morgan Hawley

Wilma Morgan Hawley, 79 formerly of Crabapple Rd., St. Clairsville, Ohio died Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Emerald Pointe in Barnesville.

She was born January 2, 1929 in St. Clairsville, a daughter of the late Birgie Morgan and Matilda Burt Morgan.

Wilma was a member of Chestnut Level Christian Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George Hawley; brothers, Curtis and Wilbur Morgan.

Surviving are a daughter, Carol Sue White of Canton; step mother, Edith Steider of West Liberty, Ohio; four sisters, Letha Elerick of Bannock, Ruth Edgell of Canton, Phyllis Brandon of Monrovia, California, and Beverly Yoe of Belmont; two brothers, Ronald Morgan of Donnerville and Lynn Morgan of Bellefontaine, Ohio; 3 grandchildren, Paul White, Denny White, and Tammy Raye all of Canton; 6 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. where services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Brent Hopper officiating. Burial follows in Unity Cemetery, New Athens.

Marilyn L. Henderson

Marilyn L. Henderson, 77 of Henderson Rd., St. Clairsville, Ohio died Saturday, July 5, 2008 in St. Clairsville.

She was born March 30, 1931 in Tippecanoe, Ohio, a daughter of the late Lonnie Nester and Mary Smith Nester.

Marilyn was a homemaker, a member of the First Presbyterian Church in St. Clairsville, the Farm Bureau, and a former 4-H Advisor for 40 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred J. Henderson in 1999.

Surviving are daughters, Ladonna (Robert) Workman of Bellaire, and Linda (Dan Nickerson) Langmyer of Wheeling; sons, Wayne (Mary) Henderson and Keith Henderson of St. Clairsville; a sister, Ola Jane Marshall of Triadelphia; 10 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Dorothy Henderson of St. Clairsville; sisters-in-law, Wilma Scarff of Des Plaines, Ill. and Doris Ochs of Frederick, Md.; several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Monday from 2 to 4 & 6 to 9 p.m. where services will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Homer Harden officiating. Burial follows in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the OSU Extension, Belmont County 4-H, 101 N. Market St., Suite A. St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950.

Ellabee Diab Horvath

Horvath, Ellabee Teresa Diab, 94 of St. Clairsville, Ohio passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at Forest Hill Nursing Home, St. Clairsville.

She was born September 4, 1913 in Wheeling, WV the daughter of the late George and Minnie Diab.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Peter Joseph Horvath; infant children, Paul Richard and Mary Margaret Horvath; brothers Phil, Bill, and Fred Diab and a sister, Freda Diab Smith.

Surviving are two daughters, Phyllis Horvath Krotky and Georgetta Horvath both of Columbus, OH; a brother, George Diab of Wilmington, NC and sisters, Jean Diab Dopkiss and Nancy Diab both of St. Clairsville.

At Ellabee’s request there was a private family viewing. Services were held on Friday at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville with Father Anthony Batt officiating.  Burial was in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Church Building Fund or the charity of the donors choice.

Lena Hrica

Lena H. Hrica., 83 of Fairpoint, Ohio died Saturday, February 9, 2008 at Park Health Center in St. Clairsville.

She was born March 30, 1924 in Fairpoint, a daughter of the late Jess Zaccagnini and Grace Delcotto Zaccagnini.

Lena was a member of the Fairpoint Polish Club, the Democrat Club, and a former member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Yvette Marie Hrica; stepmother, Domenica Zaccagnini; two brothers, Louie and Mario Zaccagnini.

Surviving are two sons, Leonard Hrica of Bannock, and Paul (Mylia) Hrica of Delray Beach, Florida; a daughter, Regina Giardino of Athens, Ohio; a grandson, Vincent (Claire) Giardino of Sterling, Virginia.

Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, 132 Peters Run Rd., Wheeling, WV 26003.

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Delbert Eugene Saffell Sr.

Saffell, Delbert Eugene Sr., 72, of Dilles Bottom, died Tuesday at home.

He was born Feb. 22, 1935 at Pipe Creek, son of the late Delbert Perry and Lula Ambler Saffell.

Delbert was a retired coal miner from Oglebay Norton and Y & O Coal Company.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Martha Ann Call Saffell; and a son, Delbert Eugene Saffell Jr.

Surviving are his children, Sheila Marlene Hickman, William E. Saffell, Randy L. Saffell, Connie I. Simmons, Teresa Maffe and Lisa Sapp; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg on Friday from 10 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m., with Rev. Ray Benesh officiating.  Burial follows at Armstrong Cemetery.

Ida Saffell

Saffell, Ida Josephine, 60 of Verona , Kentucky died Monday, December 15, 2008 at St. Elizabeth South in Edgewood , KY.

A devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and friend to all whom met her. She was born February 26, 1948 in Guernsey County , Ohio a daughter of the late Martin and Gertrude Brownfield Ochsenbine.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a grandson, William Walter Cody Saffell; sister, Pearl Deem and brother, Gerald Ochsenbine.

She is survived by her husband, Harry Lee Saffell; her children Harry Lee Saffell, Jr. of Kentucky , Charles Matthew Saffell of Gallatin Co., KY, Brian Saffell of Sweetwater, TN, Terry Lee Saffell of Burlington, KY and Helen Louise Saffell Algeri of Massillon, OH, brothers, Bill Ochsenbine and Martin Ochsenbine; sisters, Shirley Phaul, Lois Trevino and Ellen Baumgardner; 16 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, Ohio on Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. and on Saturday from Noon until time of services at 1 p.m. with Pastor Darla Schnegg officiating.  Burial will follow in the Armstrong Cemetery at Armstrongs Mills, Ohio.

Shirley Kirkpatrick Sanders

Sanders, Shirley A. Kirkpatrick, 72 of St. Clairsville, Ohio died Thursday, February 7, 2008 at Wheeling Hospital.

She was born at St. Clairsville on April 8, 1935 a daughter of the late Arlow and Velma Glover Heskett.

Shirley was a retired licensed practical nurse from Wheeling Hospital and a member of the Flushing Alliance Church.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husbands William Kirkpatrick and L. B. Sanders; her daughter Denise Kirkpatrick; brothers Melvin and Dale Heskett and sisters Amy Katona and Loretta Frakowski.

She is survived by her son Dennis (Charlene) Kirkpatrick of Belmont, Ohio; grandsons, Christopher and Jacob Kirkpatrick; a brother, Arlow Heskett, Jr. of Pataskala, OH and sisters Faye Shores of St. Clairsville, Peg (Warren) Altizer of Pickerington, OH and Polly (Tom) Pickens of Flushing, OH; many nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Sunday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. where services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Dean Lancaster officiating.  Burial will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Flushing Alliance Church.

Beatrice Schenk

Schenk, Beatrice, 81, of West Bellaire, Ohio died Friday, July 11, 2008 at East Ohio Regional Hospital.

She was born at Bellaire on June 13, 1927, a daughter of the late Grover Cleveland Burch and Bertha Yeater Burch.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony “Tony” Schenk; a brother, Clyde Burch; and three sisters, Marie, Ruth Ann and Betty Louise.

Surviving are her sons, Anthony Schenk Jr. of Hanover, Texas and Raymond Schenk of London, Ohio; a brother, Joe Burch of St. Clairsville; a sister, Lydella Brandon of Shadyside; 10 grandchildren, Anthony James Schenk, Terry Schenk, Heidi Gorza, Ray Schenk, Chris Steward, J. R. Fulton, Tammy Fulton, Heather Owens, Joe Schenk and Luanne Schenk; and 18 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Sunday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. where services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Laurie Armstrong officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Ruby J. Scott

Scott, Ruby Jeanette, 75 of St. Clairsville, Ohio died Monday, September 1, 2008 at Park Health Center, St. Clairsville

She was born at Barnesville, Ohio on July 20, 1933 a daughter of the late Walter and Sarah Sprouse Wagle.

Ruby was a retired employee of the former Holiday Inn at St. Clairsville.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Farris C. Scott, a sister, Mary Poland and a brother, John Wagle.

She is survived by her children, Farris Claude Scott, Jr. of Warren, Ohio; Sindy Mercer of Flushing; Tom Scott of Fairpoint; Diane Lewis of Martins Ferry; Tim Scott of Waynesburg, PA and Adam Scott of Fairpoint; brothers Charles Wagle of Philo, OH; Bob Wagle of Bannock and Gary Wagle of Zanesville; sisters, Jerry Gibeaut of Bannock and Polly Wagle of Zanesville; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

At Ruby’s request there will be no visitation.  Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at the Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville is in charge of the arrangements.

Betty J. Shaffer

Shaffer, Betty J., 79, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, died Monday, November 24, 2008 at her home.  She was born in Rayland, Ohio on August 13, 1929, daughter of the late William and Amelia Karkoska Johnston.

Betty was a homemaker and member of Thoburn United Methodist Church in St. Clairsville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters, Edith Long and Nancy Johnston.

She is survived by her husband, Ted Shaffer; two sons, Charles L. (Alberta) Shaffer of Salt Lake City, Utah and William J. (Jill) Shaffer of Centreville, Maryland; a sister, Doris Woods of St. Clairsville; and a granddaughter, Amanda.

Friends may be received at the Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., where services will be held Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2008 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Bradley Call officiating.  Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Penny “Do Do” Shunk

Shunk, Penny Jo “Do Do”, 48 of Lansing, Ohio passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2008 at Cumberland Pointe Nursing Home, St. Clairsville, Ohio after a long battle with Diabetes.

She was born at Martins Ferry Hospital on July 11, 1960 at a daughter of Alvin Leroy “Zig” Shunk and the late Donna Marie Davis Shunk.

Do Do was a former employee of Forest Hill Nursing Home at St. Clairsville.  She was a very pleasant and caring person who never complained about her problems.  She also loved Country Music and the Dallas Cowboys.  Do Do’s family wants her to know she was loved and will be missed.  

She was preceded in death by her mother Donna and grandmothers, Lenore Davis and Marie Shunk.

Surviving are 3 sisters, Jeannie Pelkey and Wallie of Warnock; K-K Shunk and Larry of Flushing; Suzie Roush and Dale of Warnock; 2 brothers, Jerry Shunk and Robin of Blaine; Donald Shunk and Star of St. Clairsville and her father Alvin “Zig” Shunk and Mildred of Bellaire.

Friends and family will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Thursday from 2 to 6 p.m. where services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. with Wayne Clark officiating.  Burial will follow in Warnock Cemetery.

Catherine E. Sindeldecker

Sindeldecker, Catherine Elenna, 90, of St. Clairsville, died Thursday, Jan. 31, 2008 at Country Club Retirement Center in Bellaire.  She was born Jan. 15, 1918 in Barton, Ohio, daughter of the late Elwood E. and Emma Schwender Donley.

Catherine was a homemaker; a member of Thoburn United Methodist Church in St. Clairsville; a member of the Year Round Quilters; the South St. C. Extension Club and the American Legion Auxiliary.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Brady Sindeldecker; a sister, Shirley Sindeldecker; two brothers, Paul Donley and Elwood Edward Donley.

Surviving are her son, James Richard “Skip” Sindeldecker of Zephyrhills, Florida; three sisters, Emma Decrease of Moundsville, Rose Jafrate of Benwood and Delores Fogle of Elm Grove; two brothers, Richard Donley of Siklerville, NJ and Robert Donley of St. Clairsville; five grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren.

Friends will be received on Saturday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville, where services will be held on Sunday at 1:30 p.m., with the Reverend Dr. Bradley Call officiating.  Burial will follow in Greenmont Cemetery in Freeport.

Memorial Contributions may be made to Thoburn United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 4, St. Clairsville, OH 43950.

Carl Slack

 Slack, Carl William, 83 of Shadyside, Ohio died Sunday, September 28, 2008 in Reynolds Memorial Hospital.

Carl was born at Bellaire June 29, 1925 a son of the late Howard and Blanche (Tarbet) Slack of Shadyside.

Carl was retired from Allied and Olin Chemical Plant at Moundsville, W.Va.

In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by his son Eric Slack and a brother and sister.

Surviving is his beloved wife of 63 years, Eileen (Taylor) Slack; daughter Katrina Dunaway, son W. Elliott (Bernie) Slack and daughter Jennifer (John) Gulash all of Shadyside.  Carl also has 3 sisters, Blanche Wiles, Eva Freeman and Johannah Dixon; 12 grandchildren: Heather Dunaway, Rachel Boyd, Janell Brown, Wendy Duncan, Ryan Slack, Kyle Dunaway, Jill Monus, Dylan Slack, Marybeth Slack, Allison Slack, Mason Gulash and Karley Gulash; 8 great grandchildren, Kaeden Boyd, Abigale Jacob, Elizabeth Brown, Mya Duncan, Victor Slack, Gavin Slack and Brody Slack.

Carl was a member of Bethel Presbyterian Church at Key, Ohio.  He was a Navy veteran of World War II serving in the Pacific Theater; a member of Weyer Lodge 541 F.& A.M. at Centerville, Past High Priest of Ohio Chapter 107 Royal Arch Masons, Past Master of Council 87 Royal Select Masters, Osiris Shrine of Wheeling where he was past Captain of the Arab Patrol, Past Chief of the Indian Patrol of Powhatan Point, Treasurer of Bel-Mon Shrine Club for 13 years and was a Past Patron of Weyer Chapter 515 Order of Eastern Star.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, Ohio on Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. where services will be held Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Kurt Turner officiating.  Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery at Key, Ohio.

Donations may be made to the Eric Slack Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Masonic services will be held at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday followed by Eastern Star Services at 8:45 p.m.

Mabel L. Slevin

Slevin, Mabel L., 81, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, died Thursday, August 28, 2008 at Belmont Manor Nursing Home.

She was born at Sago, West Virginia on July 1, 1927, a daughter of the late Clarence and Anna Zoeffel Alderman.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Guy and Darist Alderman; and three sisters, Helen Ragland, Josephine Rowell and Dortha Reline.

Surviving are her husband, Francis R. Slevin; two sons, Robert F. Slevin and his wife Susan of Maynard and John J. Slevin and his wife Shauna of Phoenix, Arizona; a daughter, Tracy Coulson and her husband Bill of Bridgeport; a sister, Jean Frazier of St. Clairsville; nine grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

Private services were held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements were handled by Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mabel to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633.

Cloyd C. Snyder

Snyder, Cloyd C., 56 of Bethesda, Ohio died Wednesday, January 31, 2008 at Wheeling Hospital.

He was born April 29, 1952 in Martins Ferry, Ohio, a son of the late Francis Snyder and Alberta Perzanowski Snyder.

He was a coal miner employed at the Hopedale Mine.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Marie Burlenski Snyder.

Surviving are a daughter, Shannon (Michael) Rowe of Colorado Springs, Colorado; three sisters, Claudia Lyon of Gallipolis, Ohio, Cindy (John) Sharpe of Bellaire, and Alice (Paris) Fogg of Clearwater, Florida; three nieces, Eva Lyon, Kayla Sharpe, and Alexis Sharpe.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Sunday from 1 p.m. until time of memorial service at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. Wayne Clark officiating.

In lieu of flowers memorial contribution may be made to the ASPCA at aspca.org or c/o Linda Tiramani, 520 8th Ave., 7th floor, New York, NY 10018, any other animal rescue organization, or the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, @ helpaveteran.org or 333 &1/2 Pennsylvania Ave., Washington, DC 20003-1148.

Josephine Sparling

Sparling, Josephine, 82 of Key, Ohio died Friday, August 1, 2008 at her home.

She was born at Belpre, Ohio on March 9, 1926 a daughter of the late Wilson Gay Bowser and Rebecca Miller Bowser.

Josephine was a former employee of Bellaire Hospital and retired from the Sears Ohio Valley Mall store.  She was a member of the Bethel Presbyterian Church at Key.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister Imogene Snyder brothers, Holly Bowser and Harold Bowser.

She is survived by her husband, Eugene H. “Hille” Sparling; her children, David (Dawn Marie) Sparling of Canal Fulton, Ohio; Tamara (Jeff) Tiger of Bridgeport and Stacey (Dr. Wendy) Sparling of Galena, Ohio; brothers Shirley Bowser of Alliance, Ohio and Warren Bowser of Belpre, Ohio; a sister Judy Flynn of Pensacola, Florida; 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, Ohio on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where services will be held on Tuesday at 1:00 p.m. with Pastor Kurt Turner officiating.  Burial will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens at Pleasant Grove, Ohio.

Connie Speicher

Speicher, Constance Helen “Connie”, 86 of Barton Rd., St. Clairsville, Ohio died Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at her home.

She was born April 29, 1922 in Hartford, CT, a daughter of the late Henry Hille and Mary Zalenski Hille.

Connie was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Clairsville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert V. Speicher, Sr.

Surviving are five children, Pam Stewart of Barnesville, Judy McManus and her husband Lloyd of Belmont, Cindy Rathburn and her husband Gary of Ashville, Ohio, Robert Speicher, Jr. and his wife Jackie of Hendrysburg, and Debbie Withers and her husband Mike of St. Clairsville; brothers, George Hille of Ballwin, MO., and Robert Hille of Heath, TX.; sister, Marge Curtis of Colchester, CT; 16 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Thursday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m.

A funeral liturgy with mass will be celebrated on Friday at 1:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Clairsville with Father Anthony Batt the celebrant.

Entombment follows in Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 212 W. Main St., St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950.

Willard C. Spoon

Spoon, Willard C., 71, of Barnesville, died April 9, 2008 in Mt. Carmel St. Ann’s Hospital in Westerville.

He was born May 17, 1936 in Pomeroy, Ohio, son of the late Floyd and Thelma Smith Spoon.

Willard was a disabled U.S. Air Force veteran of the Korean War.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Kenny Spoon.

Surviving are his children, Willard Spoon, James Spoon, Bill Spoon, Ray Cecil Kovas and Latisha Spoon; and fifteen grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Monday from 2 p.m. until time of services at 4:30 p.m. Full Military Services will be conducted by the Belmont County Council of American Legions at 4:30 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bill Spoon, 326 Sycamore Street, Barnesville, Ohio 43713.

Walter A. Swider

Swider, Walter A., 84 of Fairpoint, Ohio died Sunday, August 24, 2008 at East Ohio Regional Hospital.

He was born July 29, 1924 in Fairpoint, a son of the late Joseph and Lucy Swider.

Walter was a retired employee of Cadiz Parts Warehouse in Cadiz, Ohio, a Navy veteran of WWII, a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Fairpoint, the Fairpoint Polish Club, and Fraternal Order of Eagles in Bridgeport.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Supinski Swider; a brother, Frank Swider; a son-in-law, Harry Brado.

Surviving are two children, Ronald (Lynn) Swider and Kathleen (Bob) King of St. Clairsville; two sisters, Julie Teliga of St. Clairsville and Helen Dolfi of Rayland; a brother, Edward (Delores) Swider of Painesville, Ohio.; 10 grandchildren, Karri (Mark) Thomas, Maegan (Brad) Ater, Tricia (Justin) Kovalski, Alisa (Cory) Delguzzo, Todd (Kristen) Brado, Tanya (Mike) Mayberry, Grant Swider, Zack, Frank, and Rob King; 7 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Monday from 3 to 8 p.m. A Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10:15 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church in Fairpoint with Father Thomas Graven the celebrant. Burial follows in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

There will be a vigil service at 3:30 p.m. Monday in the funeral home.

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Agnes Taylor

Taylor, Agnes L., 89 of Jacobsburg, OH died Thursday, May 1, 2008 in UPMC Shadyside Hospital at Pittsburgh, PA.

She was born July 23, 1918 in Warnock, OH a daughter of the late Frank and Anna Ulan Kotson.  Agnes was a homemaker, Sunday School Teacher and a member of the Jacobsburg United Methodist Church.  She loved her flowers, gardening and making quilts.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas W. Taylor; 4 brothers, John, Joseph, Stephen and George Kotson; 1 sister, Anna Stack and 2 great grandchildren.

Surviving are daughters, Joyce Mann (John) of Cheney, WA and Sandra Candiotti (Max) of Los Angles, CA; 3 sons, Jerry Taylor (Nancy) of Jacobsburg, OH, Randy Taylor (Jeanette) of Hopedale, OH and Gary Taylor (Kate) of Centerburg, OH; 1 brother Frank Kotson (Betty) of Bellaire, OH; 4 sisters, Helen Morgan and Mary Gallagher of Baltimore, MD, Rose Repko of Meadville, PA and Clara O’Neil (Harold) of Roswell, NM; 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

Family and friends will be received Saturday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, OH where services will be held Sunday at 1:00 p.m. with Ed Fellabaum officiating.  Burial will follow in Jacobsburg Cemetery in Jacobsburg, OH.

Helen Dunlap Taylor

Helen Louise (Dunlap) Taylor , 85, died peacefully on Sunday, December 28 after fighting a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease for nearly a decade.  A former resident of St. Clairsville and Cadiz , Helen spent her last years at Countryview Nursing Home of Sunbury where she received excellent care from their staff and from Acclaim Hospice.

Helen was born in Bloomingdale , Ohio on January 3, 1923 to the late Willard and Grace Humphrey Dunlap.  She was married for 56 years to William Taylor Sr. who passed away January 3, 2004.  Also preceding her in death were her sister Marjorie Thomas and brothers Ralph and Charles Dunlap. 

Helen is survived by two sons and their wives William “Jeff” and Noreen of Reynoldsburg, and Michael and Kim of Ashville, OH .  Daughter Susan resides in Delaware, OH.  Also surviving are four grandsons; Cory and Camron Taylor, James and Jerry McAfee and one great granddaughter Madyson McAfee along with several sisters-in-law and many nieces, nephews and their families.

A survivor of polio in the 1950s, Helen was a devoted wife and mother who loved to cook and tend to her flowers. Many people also remember her as the cheerful lady who enjoyed working at the candy counter at Montgomery Wards until the store was closed. Although she was generally a shy person until you got to know her, Helen had an uncanny sense of humor that many did not see.  Not known to even her children until her later years, Helen played the clarinet in high school, loved to ice skate and even was in a school play. 

Visitation will be at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Sat. Jan. 3 from 12 to 2 p.m. with funeral services to follow; burial will follow at the Belmont County Memorial Park.

In honor of Helen, her sister Marjorie and her parents, all of whom battled Alzheimer’s disease, contributions can be made to the Central Ohio Alzheimer’s Association, 3380 Tremont Road, Columbus, Ohio 43221.

Sybil Tedoldi

Tedoldi, Sybil Rose, 95 of St. Petersburg, FL died Sunday, March 9, 2008 at Bayfront Medical Center, St. Petersburg.    

Born in Wellesley, Ma., she lived in St. Clairsville, OH for 50 years before moving to St. Petersburg after the death of Peter, her husband of 65 years.    

Sybil was also preceded in death by their son, Peter.            

She is survived by her daughters, Virginia Crumpler of Columbus, OH and Joan Tedoldi of St. Petersburg; brothers, Oscar Meloni of St. Petersburg, John Meloni of Framingham, MA and William Meloni of Wellesley, MA; a sister Ninfa Meloni of St. Petersburg; four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.   

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville, Ohio on Tuesday from 5 to 9 p.m. with a vigil service at 5 p.m.  Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. in St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Clairsville with Father Anthony Batt the celebrant.  Entombment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove.

Flaminia "Lena" Thompson

Thompson, Flaminia “Lena,” 90, formerly of Neffs, Ohio, died Friday, January 4, 2008, in Loganville, Georgia.

She was born in Glencoe, Ohio on December 9, 1917, daughter of the late Augusto Regoli and Guilia Accica Regoli.

Lena was a homemaker; a member of the Neffs United Methodist Church; and a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary No. 632 in Glencoe.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Hudson Thompson; a son, Gerald L. Thompson; a son-in-law, Dr. Robert Holsinger; three brothers; and three sisters.

Surviving are her daughter, Linda T. Holsinger of Grayson, Georgia; four grandsons, Gerald, Michael, Mark and Christopher Thompson; six great-grandchildren; a sister, Flavia Bostancic of St. Clairsville; and several nieces, nephews and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. at the Neffs United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Donald Cordery officiating.

A private burial was held at the convenience of the family in Mt. Zion Cemetery, Bellaire.  Arrangements entrusted to Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Neffs United Methodist Church or charity of donors choice.

Janet Thompson

Janet L. Murray Thompson, 83 of St. Clairsville, Ohio died Friday, December 5, 2008 at Wheeling Hospital.

She was born June 8, 1925 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late Louis Murray and Marie Kubeck Murray.

Janet was the former principal’s secretary at St. Clairsville–Richland Schools, former procedures analyst  for Alcoa and U.S. Steel, and former secretary for Allegheny County Pharmaceutical Association, a member of First Presbyterian Church in St. Clairsville, and a graduate of Carnegie Mellon’s Margaret Morrison School.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister, Mary Lou Possessky and brother-in-law Edward F. Possessky.

Surviving are her husband, Edwin A, Thompson; son, Scott (Linnea) Thompson of New Concord, Ohio; daughter, Kendall (Russell) Ratcliff of Helena, Montana; 6 grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. where a memorial service will be held on Tuesday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Homer Harden officiating.

Esther A. Thornton

THORNTON, Esther A., 93, of Bellaire, died Saturday, March 22, 2008 at Country Club Retirement Center.

She was born in Neffs, Ohio on June 5, 1914, a daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Yeager Reese.

Esther was a homemaker and a member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Thornton; an infant son; a daughter, Betty Lou; several brothers and sisters.

She is survived by two sons, William (Nancy) Thornton Jr. of Wooster, Ohio and George M. “Buck” Thornton of Neffs;  four daughters, Jean Howell, Nancy Fry and Judith Leiffer all of Bellaire and Linda Kay (James K.) Childers of Neffs; a sister, Martha Hitchcock of Moundsville, West Virginia; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg, Ohio on Tuesday from 2 to 8 p.m., where services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. with Pastor Nellie Millhouse officiating. Burial will follow in Glencoe Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Zion United Methodist Church or Neffs Volunteer Fire Dept.

Louis Tomich, Jr.

Louis Tomich, Jr., 72 of St. Clairsville died Thursday, September 4, 2008 at his home.

He was born October 20, 1935 in Dilles Bottom, Ohio, a son of the late Louis Tomich, Sr. and Virginia Brandon Tomich.

Louis was a retired iron worker from Iron Workerʼs Local 549, a member of Church Alive at Key Ridge, Ohio and a six year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Lou.

Surviving are his wife, Shirley Matthews Tomich; six children, LaRae Yates of Shadyside, Wayne Blinco of Jacobsburg, Dana Sall of St. Clairsville, Sonya Paugh of Flushing, Louis M. Tomich of Shadyside, and Dustin Tomich of Jacobsburg; a sister, Norma Jean Lee of Dayton; a brother, William Tomich, Sr. of St. Clairsville; 15 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Sunday from 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 p.m. where services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Jeff Lewis officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Church Alive, P.O. Box 359, St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950.

Clint Tomlinson

Tomlinson, Paul Clinton “Schnoz”, 91 of Armstrongs Mills, Ohio died Thursday, June 26, 2008 in Wheeling Hospital.

He was born at Jerusalem, Ohio on March 5, 1917 a son of the late Harry and Luanna “Tene” Crum Tomlinson.

Schnoz was a retired employee of the former North American Coal #3 Mine and was a member of the True Sportsman’s Club at Jacobsburg.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by brothers Joe, Donald and Edison Tomlinson and sister Betty Pollock.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Marjorie “Pudge” Thomas Tomlinson; his children, Diddy (Ralph) DeLaney of Centerville; Sonny (Pat) Tomlinson and Danny “Snooks” Tomlinson all of Powhatan Point and Debbie (Kenny) Holt of Armstrongs Mills; sisters, Irma Perkins of Glen Dale, Helen Planey of Bellaire and Bonnie Wells of Jacobsburg; 5 granddaughters, 3 grandsons, 5 great granddaughters, 3 great grandsons and 1 great great granddaughter.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, Ohio on Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 3 to 7 p.m. where services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Michelle Lucarelli officiating.  Burial will follow in Armstrong Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Smith Township Volunteer Fire Dept. or Armstongs Mills United Methodist Church.

Gladys I. Tomlinson

Tomlinson, Gladys I., age 75, of St. Clairsville, died Thursday, March 6, 2008 at East Ohio Regional Hospital in Martins Ferry.

She was born October 20, 1932 at Pea Vine, Ohio, daughter of the late George and Goldia Willison Graham.

Gladys was a homemaker and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 159.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Edison “Poke Root” Tomlinson; a son, Ricky L. Tomlinson; four brothers, Arlie, Ray and Harry Graham and Robert Willison; and a sister, Rhea Graham.

Surviving are her two sons, Mick Tomlinson and his wife Debbie of Moundsville, West Virginia and Brad Tomlinson and his wife Diane of Hilliard, Ohio; daughter-in-law, Judy Hall Tomlinson of Farmington; four grandchildren, Kevin, Michael, Zach and Jeff (Cynthia) Tomlinson; one great grandson Alex; three brothers, George Graham of Powhatan Point, Clyde Graham of Baltimore, Ohio and John Graham of Barnesville; a sister, Alice Perkins of Beallsville.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg on Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. and again on Monday from 11 a.m. until time of services at 12 Noon with Pastor Tina Gallaher officiating. Burial follows at Armstrong Cemetery in Armstrongs Mills.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gifts for Yanks, C/O: American Legion Post 159, Richland Avenue Ext., St. Clairsville, OH  43950.

Terry “Herk” Trigg

Terry Lynn “Herk” Trigg, 59 of Armstrongs Mills, Ohio died Wednesday, May 28, 2008 at his home.

He was born in Bellaire, a son of H. Eileen “Molly” McGee Trigg and the late William M. “Skip” Trigg.

Terry was a former coal miner, a Methodist, Navy veteran of the Vietnam War, and a member of the Powhatan American Legion Saner Post # 228.

Surviving in addition to his mother of Armstrongs Mills;, are his children, Veronica (Rick) Groves of Woodsfield and Terry Lynn Roth of Dothan, Alabama; two brothers, Barry Lee Trigg and James W. “Jim” (Teresa) Trigg of Armstrongs Mills; grandchildren, Wyatt and Ethan Groves, and Austin Lail.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg on Friday from 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 p.m. where services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. with Pastor Michelle Lucarelli officiating. Burial follows in Armstrongs Cemetery.

Military graveside honors will be provided by Powhatan American Legion Saner Post #228.

Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, Powhatan American Legion, or the American Cancer Society.

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Helen Vanecko

Helen Vanecko, 93 formerly of Maynard Rd., St. Clairsville and current resident of Forest Hill Nursing Home in St. Clairsville died Monday, September 29, 2008 at Wheeling Hospital.

She was born August 10, 1915 in Midway, a daughter of the late Mike and Anna Serdula.

Helen was a retired homemaker but worked many part time jobs including department store clerk, telephone operator, print shop, and gift shop clerk. She was a member of St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Barton, the St. C Alumni Association, and the Womenʼs American Legion Auxiliary in Maynard.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Vanecko; eight brothers and sisters, Mike Serdula, Ann Lukacsko, Pauline Zuzak, Marie Kramer, Margaret Shores, Betty Churchman, Stephan Serdula, and George Serdula.

Surviving are two sons and their wives, Joe and Jan Vanecko of Metamora, IL., and Robert and Cathy Vanecko of Columbus, OH.; four grandchildren, Jonathan, Justin, Jason, and Allison; a great grandson, Owen.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Thursday from 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 p.m. followed by a Funeral/Panachida service at 8 p.m.

Funeral Divine Liturgy will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at St. Nicholas Church in Barton with the Very Reverend Michael Kabel officiating. Burial follows in Union Cemetery, St. Clairsville.

Memorial contribution may be made to St. Nicholas Church, P.O. Box 777, Barton, Ohio 43905.

Joe Verardi

VERARDI, Joseph Raymond “Joe”, 88, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, died Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at Cumberland Pointe Nursing Home in St. Clairsville.

Joe was born November 20, 1919 in Fairpoint, Ohio, son of the late Arthur and Theresa Vickey Verardi.

He was a retired coal miner from Cravat Coal Company.  Joe was a U. S. Army Veteran of World War II where he served as a Staff Sergeant and medic on the General George W. Goethals Medical Transport Ship in the South Pacific and Normandy.  He was a Protestant by faith; a past member of the Eagles Aerie 2541 in St. Clairsville; and a member of the Stumptown Steam Threshers Club.

In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Shannon Verardi; two sisters, Angeline Cervelli and Joan Stufflebeam; two brothers, Carl and Richard Verardi.

Surviving are four children, Carol McGlumphy of Wheeling, Betty Verardi, Ronald (Gayle) Verardi and Rick Verardi all of St. Clairsville; a sister, Alice Verardi of Cleveland; three bothers, Charles (Marsha) Verardi of Cleveland, Frank (Katie) Verardi of California and Fred (Vicki) Verardi of Florida; two sisters-in-law, Deanna Verardi of Fairpoint and Jeanette Verardi; eight grandchildren, William, Robert, Elizabeth, Josie, Cassie, Courtney, J.C. and Chrissy; thirteen great grandchildren, Christopher, Karolyn, Gina, Julia, Sophia, Maria, David, Dakota, Brandon, Nate, Anthony, Kadence and Matthew.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville, where services will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. with Rev. Wayne Ickes officiating.  The Belmont County Council of American Legions will conduct Full Military Honors at 9:45 a.m.  Burial will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens in Pleasant Grove.

Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Hospice, 132 Peters Run Rd., Wheeling, WV 26003.

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Hazel E. Waggoner

Waggoner, Hazel Elizabeth, 89, of St. Clairsville, died Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Ohio Valley Medical Center.

She was born in New Milton, West Virginia on September 30, 1918, daughter of the late William Grover Cornell and Laura Pierce Cornell.

Hazel was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was an avid quilter, making many quilts as gifts for her family and friends and donating several for worthy causes and projects. Hazel was a retired seamstress of Barnesville Manufacturing. She was a member of Thoburn United Methodist Church in St. Clairsville where she was a member of the United Methodist Women’s, Mary Reed Circle.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew J. Waggoner; a son-in-law, James Johnson; a granddaughter-in-law, Leslie Phillips; a great grandson, Charles Wayne Phillips; two sisters, Mamie Hinterer and Mabel McCartney; and two brothers, James and Fred Cornell.

Hazel is survived by her children, Laura Dell (Charles) Phillips and Willie Lee (Mary) Waggoner all of Belleview, Florida and Boneva “Bunny” Johnson of St. Clairsville; 7 grandchildren, Charles Lee (Beth) Phillips and Wayne Phillips all of Massillon, Ohio, James Patrick Phillips of Canton, Tom (Jane) Waggoner of Edgewater, Florida, Debra (Robert) Turner of Tampa, Florida, James H. (Beth) Johnson of Columbus, Ohio and Tina (Mike) Johansen of Westerville, Ohio; 9 great grandchildren, Lisa Phillips, Matthew Turner, Alex Turner, Cheyanne Waggoner, Andrew Johnson, Alexander Johnson, Abigail Johnson, Kali Kotterman and Sara Johansen; two sisters, Edith Dailey and Mary Merritt both of East Liverpool, Ohio; and a brother, Thurman (Grace) Cornell of East Liverpool, Ohio.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. where services will be held on Wednesday at 10 a.m., with Rev. Richard Wilson and Rev. Dr. Bradley Call officiating.  Burial will follow in Powhatan Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Thoburn United Methodist Church Building Fund, P. O. Box 4, St. Clairsville, OH 43950.

Theodore Wells

Theodore Edward Wells, 51 of Black Oak Group Home in Flushing, Ohio died Saturday, July 19, 2008 at his home.

Ted was born August 24, 1956 in Canton, Ohio, a son of Edward Wells and the late Marguerite Wells.

He formerly attended Belco Works on afternoon shift and recently started attending the New Day Programming Facility, Tomorrow’s Corner.

Ted enjoyed cat naps, curling up on the couch with his comfy green blanket, pretzel sticks and sneaking an occasional extra serving of food from someone else’s plate. He liked special events, especially events involving food lastly, He favored shiny metallic objects and visits with his closest friends.

Surviving in addition to his father, of Minerva, Ohio is a sister, Nellie Jandreauy of Cocoa Beach, Florida.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Wednesday from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. with Rev. Jerry Wenger officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery, Minerva, Ohio.

He will be missed by his friends and family at the Black Oak Group Home.

Helen Wenckowski

Wenckowski, Helen, 85 of Neffs, Ohio died Monday, January 28, 2008 at Belmont Community Hospital, Bellaire.

She was born at Benwood, WV on June 21, 1922 a daughter of the late Teodor and Josephine Slowikowski Ruminski.

Helen was a homemaker, a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Neffs, the Catholic Women’s Club and the St. Francis Society.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Casimir Wenckowski and brothers Joseph, Chester and Leo Ruminski.

She is survived by her daughters; Jeanette (William) Whitehouse of Seattle, WA, Doris (Dale) Barnes of Willow Grove and Valerie (Curtis) Patterson of Neffs; a brother, Stanley Ruminski of St. Clairsville; grandchildren, Mitchell Whitehouse, Deanne DeBenon, Gary Barnes, Gina Horan, Sharon Pastor and Aaron and Daniel Patterson; 8 great grandchildren.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. with a Wake service at 4:15 p.m.  Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 10 a.m. in Sacred Heart Church with Msgr. Gene Mullett the celebrant.  Entombment will follow in Mt. Calvary Mausoleum, Bellaire.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Neffs Fire Department.

Heather Dawn Wesley

Wesley, Heather Dawn, 24 of St. Clairsville, Ohio died  Sunday, July 6, 2008 near Flushing as the result of an automobile accident.

She was born at Orlando, Florida July 7, 1983 a daughter of Christine Ann Pitner Wesley and Richard Kelly Wesley.

Heather was an employee of Vocelli Pizza in St. Clairsville.

She was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Chyra Lynn McGuire and her paternal grandfather, Robert Wesley.

She is survived by her son, Devyn James McGuire; her fiance Paul James McGuire of Flushing; her mother Christine Wesley of St. Clairsville; her father Richard Wesley of Bellaire; her brother, Cody Wesley of St. Clairsville; maternal grandparents Ronald and Nancy Pitner of St. Clairsville; paternal grandmother Pat Wesley of Belmont; uncles and aunt Ronald (Marybeth) Pitner, Jr. of Colerain; Greg Wesley of Belmont; Rusty (Bonnie) Vermillion of Belmont; Michael (Susie) Vermillion of Brownsville, OH; Robin Wesley of Hendrysburg.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where services will be held Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Bob Merritt officiating.  Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lafferty.

Charles R. “Dick” Williams

Charles R. “Dick” Williams, 69 of Flushing, Ohio died Wednesday, November 12, 2008 at his home.

He was born August 24, 1939 in Rosemary Patch at Flushing, a son of the late Bert Williams and Frances Decker Williams.

Dick was a coal miner, beginning as a laborer and retiring as a Deputy Underground Mine Inspector of Ohio. He served as Chief of Ohio Division of Mines under Governor Richard Celeste. He was a U.S. Army veteran, a member of UMWA Local #1360, PERS, National Mine Rescue Assoc., American Legion Post # 366 in Flushing, Fairpoint Polish American Club, and the Army West Point “A” Club.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, John and Daniel; and sisters, Patricia Burke and Nora Lou Williams.

Surviving are his wife, Marcia Covert Williams; sons, Dr. Charles (Susie) Williams of Maryville, TN., and Lt. Col. Kevin (Marsha) Williams of Bethesda, Ohio; six grandchildren, Brittany, John, Chauntelle, CJ, Peter and Todd; a sister, Dorothy Harris of Flushing.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 3 & 6 to 8 p.m. where services will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Ken Kelley officiating. Burial follows in Rock Hill Cemetery, Flushing.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 366, P.O. Box 427, Flushing, Ohio 43977 or Flushing United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 54, Flushing, Ohio 43977.

Flushing American Legion will conduct services on Sunday at 7 p.m. in the funeral home and graveside services on Monday.

Ruth B. Williams

Williams, Ruth B., 86 of St. Clairsville, Ohio died Wednesday, August 20, 2008 at Park Health Center in St. Clairsville.

She was born February 22, 1922 in Pittsburgh, a daughter of the late William and Mary Sansbury.

Ruth was a homemaker and member of First Presbyterian Church in St. Clairsville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William L. Williams, Jr.; a sister, Mary Williams.

Surviving are her son, Chip (Sandy) Williams of St. Clairsville; three grandchildren, Brian, Robert, and Amber Williams.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Friday from 2 to 4 & 7 to 9 p.m. where services will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. with Rev. Mark Zelewicz officiating. Burial follows in Allegheny Memorial Park in Allison Park, PA.

Benton M. Wilmoth Jr.

Wilmoth, Benton M. Jr., 83, of St. Clairsville, devoted husband of 60 years, loving father and proud grandfather died suddenly at his home on September 29, 2008. His caring and gentle spirit will be missed by all. He was born July 4, 1925 in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, son of the late Benton M. Wilmoth, Sr. and Mattie Ida (Mills) Wilmoth.

Ben was a retired geologist of the Federal EPA. He had earned his Masters Degree from West Virginia University; he was a member of East Richland Friends Church; a U. S. Army Veteran of World War II; a member of the American Institute of Professional Geologists; and was awarded the outstanding service award in 1982.

Surviving are his loving wife, Tressie P. Wilmoth; his children, Benton (Barbara) Wilmoth of Marysville, Ohio, Susan Savage of Downers Grove, Illinois and Linda (Brian) Landis of Dublin, Ohio; and five grandchildren, Benton Wilmoth IV and Katherine Wilmoth both working in Washington, DC, J. T. Long a junior at O.U., Stuart Long a high school senior in Dublin and Zach Savage a high school senior in Downers Grove; and a brother, James Robert Wilmoth of Martinsburg, West Virginia.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville, where services will be held Friday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Wayne Ickes officiating. Graveside services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Beckley, West Virginia.

In honor of Tressie, Benton’s family requests that memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633 or online at www.alz.org.

Tressie P. Wilmoth

Wilmoth, Tressie P., 80, of St. Clairsville, devoted wife of 60 years, died peacefully October 6, 2008 in Belmont Manor Nursing Home just one week following the death of her husband, Benton M. Wilmoth, Jr. Tressie was a wonderful mother and doting grandmother.  Her energy and sense of adventure was an inspiration to all who knew her.

She was born August 18, 1928 in Bolt, West Virginia, daughter of the late Perry and Grace Dickens Snuffer.

Tressie was a member of East Richland Friends Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Benton M. Wilmoth, Jr.; a brother, Ewell Snuffer; three sisters, Myrtle Pendell, Ocie Williams and Blanche Suldo.

Surviving are her children, Benton (Barbara) Wilmoth of Marysville, Ohio, Susan Savage of Downers Grove, Illinois and Linda (Brian) Landis of Dublin, Ohio; and five grandchildren, Benton Wilmoth IV and Katherine Wilmoth both working in Washington, DC, J. T. Long a junior at O.U., Stuart Long a high school senior in Dublin and Zach Savage a high school senior in Downers Grove.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville, where there will be a joint funeral service held Friday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Wayne Ickes officiating. Graveside services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery, Beckley, West Virginia.

In memory of Tressie, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601-7633 or online at www.alz.org.

Joseph L. Wodarcyk

Wodarcyk, Joseph L., 81, of Maynard Road, St. Clairsville, died Saturday, September 20, 2008 at East Ohio Regional Hospital in Martins Ferry. He was born January 9, 1927 in Maynard, son of the late Peter Paul Wodarcyk and Sophie Sikora Wodarcyk.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly Mae Stromski Wodarcyk; and two sisters, Rose Gansler and Mary Shields.

Joe was a retired employee of Consolidation Coal Company. He was a life long member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Maynard.  Joe is a U. S. Army Veteran of World War II; he was a member and Past Commander of the Maynard American Legion Post 666.  He was a member of the Maynard PNA # 455; and a member of the Knights of Columbus # 435 in St. Clairsville.

Surviving are his daughter, Patricia A. Johnson of Maynard; a son, Joseph P. (Lori McCort) Wodarcyk of St. Clairsville; 2 grandchildren, Jason (Courtney) Wodarcyk and Amanda (Desi) Lekanudos; his special great grandson, Kody; 2 sisters, Ann Worwa of Mt. Pleasant and Frances Gilli of St. Clairsville; two brothers, John Wodarcyk of St. Clairsville and Pete Wodarcyk of Adena; many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will be received on Sunday from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville. Full Military Honor Services will be conducted at 9 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home by the Belmont County Council of American Legions.  A funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday at 10 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Maynard with Father Thomas Graven the celebrant. Entombment follows in Holly Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Pleasant Grove.

Knights of Columbus Services will be held on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home followed by American Legion Services at 8:00 p.m. There will be a vigil service on Monday at 3:30 p.m. in the funeral home followed by PNA Services at 3:45 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Autism Speaks, C/O: Kody’s Krew, Wheeling, WV Walk, 1060 State Rd. 2nd floor, Princeton, NJ 08540 or online at www.autismwalk.org.

Oliver T. Woodford Sr.

Woodford, Oliver T. Sr., 83, of St. Clairsville, died Monday, June 9, 2008 at Ohio Valley Medical Center.

He was born January 23, 1925 in Mt. Pleasant, Ohio, son of the late Larry and Mamie Milhoan Woodford.

Oliver was a retired coal miner from Consolidation Coal Company. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II serving as an oil tank driver and guard; he was a member of the VFW Post # 8848 in Colerain.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Edith Jefferies on Nov. 25, 2007; and a brother, Larry Woodford.

Surviving are his loving wife of 60 years, Annabelle Higgins Woodford; four sons, Thomas (Carol) Woodford of Harrisville, Gary Woodford, Charles (Norma) Woodford and Oliver (Donna) Woodford Jr. all of St. Clairsville; two sisters, Pauline Denger of Mt. Pleasant and Mary Lou Boder of Florence; 15 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where services will be held Thursday at 10 a.m. with Pastor Dr. Bradley Call officiating. Burial will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove.

Belmont County Council of VFW’s will conduct services at the funeral home on Wednesday at 7 p.m.

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Earl S. Young

Young, Earl S. 79 of National Road West, St. Clairsville, Ohio died Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at Wheeling Hospital.

He was born at Pittsburgh, PA on October 3, 1928 a son of the late Charles and Kathryn Keppler Young.

Earl was a retired business administrator having worked for Alcoa the CAC, Belco and Guernsey County MRDD.  He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church at St. Clairsville the Land-O-Lakes Yacht Club and an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a son, Charles Young.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Carter Young; a son Richard Young and his wife Margie of St. Clairsville; two grandsons, Kevin Young and David (Karen) Young and three great granddaughters.

Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville on Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. where services will be held Saturday at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Homer Harden officiating.  Entombment will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Pleasant Grove, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Boy Scout Program at First Presbyterian Church.

Richard F. Yudasz

Richard F. “Rich” Yudasz, 76 of Barton, Ohio was called to his final rest on Sunday, January 6, 2008 while at home with his loving family by his side.

Richard was born January 31, 1931 in Crescent, Ohio, son of the late Joseph and Valeria Budziach Yudasz.

He was a retired farmer, and foreman for the Oglebay Norton Mining Company at Saginaw Mine in St. Clairsville. He was founder and owner of Barton Septic Tank Service, Barton Division. Richard was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Maynard; member of the Maynard PNA, Fairpoint Polish Club, Fraternal Order of Eagles in St. Clairsville, the Ohio Valley Branch of ME-MMA, and a past member of the Barton Volunteer Fire Department. He was an avid St. Clairsville Red Devil sports fan.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, John and Joseph Yudasz; sisters, Mary Turkaly, Anna Gazdik, Stella Marma, and Frances Antolak.

Richard is survived by his loving wife, Helen Kyanko Yudasz; daughters, Joyce (Larry) Apicella and Mary Jo LaRoche of Barton; son, Richard P. of St. Clairsville; three sisters, Sophie Antolak, and Betty Holubeck of St. Clairsville, and Victoria Shipta of Parma, Ohio. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Christy and Megan LaRoche, Emylee, Marisa, and Mariah Yudasz; a great grandson, Dominick Clark.

Family and friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville on Tuesday from 1 to 9 p.m. A funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church on Wednesday at 10 a.m. with Father Thomas Graven the celebrant. Entombment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Pleasant Grove, Ohio.

There will be a vigil service at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday in the funeral home followed by PNA service at 3:15 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Stanislaus Church, Barton Volunteer Fire Department, or St. Clairsville High School Athletics.

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Wanda E. Zdanski

Zdanski, Wanda E., 79, of Willow Grove Road, St. Clairsville, died Thursday, January 24, 2008 at Forest Hill Nursing Home in St. Clairsville.

She was born in St. Clairsville on August 15, 1928, a daughter of the late John and Ludwika Krakowski Dyrdek.

Wanda was a former telephone operator for Ohio Bell.  She was a homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Clairsville; a member of the St. Francis Society and a former American Cancer Society volunteer.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Theodorus “Dutch” Zdanski.

Surviving are her sons, Tim (Penny) Zdanski of Bethesda, Tom (Patty) Zdanski of St. Clairsville and Todd Zdanski of Bellaire; four grandchildren, Misty, Tommy, Christopher and Taylor; two step grandchildren; six step great grandchildren; a brother, Ed Dyrdek of Garnet, Kansas; two sisters, Josephine Zien of McMechen and Jeanette Kendzora of St. Clairsville.

Family and friends will be received at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Clairsville on Monday from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Liturgy with Mass to be celebrated at 11 a.m., with Father Anthony R. Batt the celebrant.  Entombment will follow in Holly Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Pleasant Grove.  Arrangements entrusted to Toothman Funeral Home in St. Clairsville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church or the St. Francis Society of St. Mary’s Parish.