Kirk William Bethel, 62, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Friday, July 3, 2026 at Forest Hill Nursing Home.

He was born November 8, 1963, in Wheeling, West Virginia, a son of Nancy Jane Frew Bethel and the late William Ross Bethel.

Kirk was a 1982 graduate of St. Clairsville High School. He had worked at various retail jobs and was last employed for over 17 years at the St. Clairsville Public Library and had his own car detailing business. Kirk had a great passion for classic cars which he shared with his family. That passion led him to become a member of the Valley Classics and Customs Car Club for 38 years, and a member of the National Street Rod Association and the Buick Club.

Surviving are his mother, Nancy Bethel, his brother, Brian (Lorie) Bethel, an uncle, Bill Grimes, and cousins, Todd and Travis Grimes.

A Private Graveside Service will be held at the convenience of the family with the burial in Richland Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Toothman Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Belmont County Animal Rescue League, P.O. Box 33, St. Clairsville, OH 43950.