BLAINE C. MYERS, 81, of Bloomingdale, OH, passed away Thursday, July 3, 2008 at the Dixon Nursing Home, Wintersville, following a lengthy illness.

He was born August 5, 1926 in Harrisburg, PA, a son of the late Charles and Bessie (Seylor) Myers. He is also preceded in death by his two brothers, Clarence and Richard Myers and 3 sisters, Bertha Miller, Mildred Galbreith and Jean Rhoades.

He was a clerk at Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel retiring in 1981; a WW II veteran of the US Army and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his wife, Reva (Larch) Myers, by two sons, Jack C. (Penny) Myers of Mingo Jct. and Tim Myers of Richmond; by two daughters, Cynthia (Mark) Blackburn of Hopedale and Carolyn (Ray) Yeager of Carmel, IN; by 8 grandchildren, Brent and Jason Myers, Christine, Lauren and Jennifer Yeager; Amanda Myers, Josh and Nichole Blackburn and Darcey Quinn and by 5 great-grandchildren, Collin Yeager, Cody and Hunter Myers, Jacob Blackburn and Caleb West and by a brother, Frank (Martha) Myers of Alliance, OH.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Monday with Pastor Bill Westling officiating. Burial will follow in Ft. Steuben Burial Estates Wintersville. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

George Gatchel, Jr., 77 of East Springfield, Ohio passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at his home. George was a veteran of the US Navy during the Korean Conflict, a retired pipe fitter with Weirton Steel, and attended the Amsterdam Church of God. He was an avid dancer and was a member of the Polish Polka Jammer Club.

George was born July 28, 1930 in Wellsburg, WV, a son of the late George Sr. and Margaret Elizabeth Widdrington Gatchel. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Maxine Wilkin Gatchel and a daughter Renata Gatchel Elliott.

George is survived by two sons, Alan ( Marie) Gatchel of Salem, OH and Scott (Melissa) Gatchel of East Palestine, OH. A daughter, Mary Beth (Mark) Beebe of Irondale, OH. A sister, Levona (Ron) Spaulding of East Canton, OH. Six grandchildren, Brandi and Megan Beebe, Lindsay and Logan Gatchel, Matthew and Mackenzie Gatchel.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Thursday, July 3, 2008 from 5-9 PM. Services will be held Friday at 10 AM with Pastor David Guess officiating. Private burial will take place at East Springfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to Charity Hospice, 500 Luray Dr., Wintersville, OH 43953 and American Cancer Society, P. O. Box 1346, Steubenville, OH 43952. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Mary “ Ronnie” Anderson, 67 of Bloomingdale, Ohio passed away Sunday, June 29, 2008 at her home. She was a life member of the VFW Post 80 Ladies Auxiliary and Steubenville Moose Chapter 586.

Mary was born June 8, 1941 in Allegheny Co., PA, a daughter of the late Robert and Mary Schwinder McCoy. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ronald “Whitey” Anderson, three brothers Jim Connor, Chuck and Bob McCoy, a stepson Ronald “Butch” Anderson. She is survived by a daughter, Rona (Ron) Westfall of Steubenville and a granddaughter Nicole Beattie.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to Charity Hospice, 500 Luray Drive, Wintersville, OH 43953. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Berenice Freed, 94 of Salineville, Ohio passed away Monday, June 23, 2008 at Carroll Healthcare Center in Carrollton. She was a homemaker and a lifelong member of the Salineville Church of Christ.

Berenice was born November 24, 1913 in Salineville, OH, a daughter of the late Clyde and Ola Marshal Blazy. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Henry Freed.

Visitation for Berenice will be at the Church of Christ, 55 West Main St., Salineville on Wednesday June 25, 2008 from 6-8 PM. Funeral Services at the church will be held Thursday at 11 AM with Pastor Dick Rohrer officiating. Burial will follow at Woodland Cemetery in Salineville. Arrangements are under the care and supervision of the Everhart-Bove Funeral Homes. View obituary and send condolences at www.everhart–bovefuneralhomes.com.

DIANE L. (Beckett) PAHIDES, 68, of Wintersville, OH, went to be with her Lord, June 6, 2008. She was born June 11, 1939 in Steubenville, OH, the daughter of the late William and Ida (Zook) Beckett.

She was a nurses’ aid for years in this area and in Ocean City, New Jersey attended the Gospel Hall Assembly of Christians Gathered to the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Steubenville.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Lawrence D. Beckett.

She is survived by her dear husband, Stamatie (Tom) Pahides, whom she married October 7, 1989; by a brother, Benson (Pat) Beckett of Hopedale, OH, by four sisters, Laura (Jim) Snider, Hopedale, OH, Gloria (Bob) Keller of Fishers, Indiana, Florence Taylor of Toronto, OH and Kay (Daryl) Kinker of Tallmadge, OH and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Monday, June 9, 2008 from 11 AM until time of funeral services at 1 PM with Bob Vincent of McKeesport, PA officiating. Burial will follow in Ft. Steuben Burial Estates. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Diane’s memory through the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

ROBERT C. McAFEE, 63, of Richmond, OH, passed away peacefully Thursday, May 29, 2008 in Valley Hospice Pallative Care Unit, Steubenville, OH.

He was born May 5, 1945 in Richmond, OH, a son of the late George W. and Thelma (Call) McAfee. Bob was a devoted husband to his wife, Diane (Rhonda Diana Ellenberger) who died suddenly September 4, 2006. He was also preceded in death by nephew Tim Davis and great nephew Cale Davis.

He retired from the rigger gang at Weirton Steel Co. in 1993 and retired in 2007 from the Edison School System as a school bus driver. He attended the Richmond United Methodist Church, was a Vietnam Era US Army veteran and a member of the Richmond American Legion Post #740, the BPOElks of Weirton and was a member of the Jefferson County Fair Board. He was an accomplished cook, an avid NASCAR fan and always was helping those in need.

He is survived by his 3 daughters, Stephanie (Kenneth) Porter, Richmond, Samanda (Gary) Pepperling, Columbus and Heather (Ronny) Grimes, Amsterdam, his 6 grandchildren, Angus, Ian and Ella Porter, Kendall Pepperling and Allison and Luke Grimes and a sister, Ruth Ann (Gary) Davis, Toronto.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Monday with the Reverend Carol Smith officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Union Cemetery with full military honors by the Richmond American Legion Post #740. Memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s memory to the Jefferson County Fair Board, c/o PO Box 2315, Wintersville, OH 43953. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

MOLLIE C. CAGOT, 95, of East Springfield, OH, passed away Monday, May 26, 2008 at the Valley Hospice Pallative Care Unit, Steubenville.

She was born in Jacksonville, Florida, November 15, 1912, a daughter of the late Herbert and Rosa Likins. She is also preceded in death by a brother, Clyde and a sister, Marie.

She was a long time employee of the Meat Department at the old A & P Grocery Store in Steubenville, and attended the Grace Baptist Temple in East Liverpool. She was active in the Order of the White Shrine of Jerusalem, the Order of the Eastern Star, Unionport Chapter #360, the Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America and the Isis Court #1, L.O.S.N.A. Mollie enjoyed her family, as well as playing the piano, dancing to swing era music, flowers, travel and lodge activities.

She is survived by two sons, Paul (Virginia) Cagot of East Liverpool, OH and Jack C. Cagot of East Springfield; a sister, Jessie Call of East Springfield; 6 grandchildren, Harold (Diane) Cagot, Jack (Leslie) Cagot, Rita (Gorky) Chin, Thomas (Marvette) Cagot, Laurie Jones and Susan (Jerry) Matics; and 4 great-grandchildren, Justin Jones, Jeremy Matics, Marissa Matics and Kyle Cagot.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond from 11 AM Wednesday until time of funeral services at 1 PM with the Reverend Tom Snodgrass officiating. Burial will follow in the East Springfield Cemetery. Order of the Eastern Star services will be at 11 AM Wednesday.

In lieu in flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the United Methodist Church of the Cross Youth Group, PO Box 6, East Springfield, OH 43925. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com

DOLORES R. BARKER, 76, of Richmond, OH, passed away unexpectedly at her home Monday, May 19, 2008.
She was born in Weirton, WV, December 23, 1931, a daughter of the late George and Ethel Fleming Westlake. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Jack “Jumbo” Barker who died June 14, 1993 and a son, Jack Barker, Jr. who died May 15, 1983.

She was a member of the Richmond United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her daughter, Pamela S. Barker of Richmond and several brother and sister in laws and nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, Thursday from 2 until 7 PM where funeral services for Dolores will be held Friday at 11 AM with the Reverend Carol Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Ft. Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com

TODD MATTHEW KOEHNLEIN, a short lived angel and infant son of William and Tammy (Ratliff) Koehnlein II, died at birth Sunday, May 18, 2008 at the Trinity Medical Center West Birthing Center, Steubenville.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Brock, his maternal grandparents, Larry and Mary Lynn Ratliff of Richmond and paternal grandparents, William and Sharon Koehnlein of Richmond; his paternal great-grandmother, Eleanor Kilos, his paternal great-grandfather, Robert Koehnlein, his aunt, Crissy Witsberger and husband, B.J. and their children, Derek and Nathan; his uncles Randy Ratliff and Thomas Koehnlein and wife Sarah, and son, Kyle.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Condolences may be sent to the family online through the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

LENA J. HENDERSHOT, 69, of Wintersville, OH, passed away Friday, May 16, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.

She was born November 20, 1938 in Bloomingdale, OH, a daughter of the late Clyde and Rose (Oiler) Wilson. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Ronald, who died August 29, 2003 and her son, Ronald J. Hendershot just two months later; infant sisters, Elizabeth and Margaret Wilson, 3 brothers, Clarence “Pete”, Clyde “Chub” and Frank “Peter”, a granddaughter, Ashley Diley, and a sister-in-law, Rose Wilson and a son-in-law, Ralph Zonker.

Surviving are 3 daughters, Rose M. Zonker and Pauline (Mike) Bates, all of Wintersville and LeeAnn Hendershot and companion, Thomas Diley of East Springfield; 4 brothers, Paul “Sam” (Joann) Wilson of Piney Fork, James “Bubbles” Wilson and companion Mary of Smithfield, Gene “Punkin” (Rose) Wilson of Adena and Lowell “Butch” (Richalene) Wilson of Parlett; a sister, LuluBelle “Mouse” Conley of Wintersville and a daughter-in-law, Audrey “Lulu” Harris of Smithfield; 13 grandchildren and16 great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Tuesday from 11 Am until time of funeral services at 1 PM. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Aileen Rita Evans, 79, of Richmond, Ohio passed away Thursday, May 15, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.
Visitation for Rita will be Saturday, May 17, 2008 at St. John Fisher Catholic Church, Richmond from 9 AM until 11 AM. Mass of Christian burial at 11 AM with Father John McCoy officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Steubenville. Arrangements entrusted to the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St, Richmond. Send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

FRANCES L. “Betty” BROWN, 83, of Richmond, joined her husband in the presence of the Lord on Friday, May 9, 2008 surrounded by her loving daughters and grandchildren. She was a homemaker and a Methodist by faith.

She was born in Wintersville, OH, February 17, 1925, a daughter of the late Ralph and Margaret Rhine Jobes. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Brown who died August 16, 1995, and a sister, Dolores King.

Betty is survived by 2 daughters, Karen (Bill) Hibbs of Toronto and Doris Allan of Wintersville, OH; by 5 grandchildren, Todd Hibbs, Lynette Aldridge, Mike Allan, Troy Allan and Tasha Hibbs; by 8 great-grandchildren, Ashley, Alek, Alyssa, Cheyanne, Michael, Cody, J.D. and Kayla and by a sister, Doris Murray of Bloomingdale and her special niece, Sue Beightler, Marysville, OH.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Sunday from 5 until 9 PM and then Monday from 10 AM until time of funeral services at 11 AM. The Reverend Carol Smith will officiate. Interment will be at Ft. Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. Memorial contributions in Betty’s memory may be made to the Richmond United Methodist Church Building Fund, POB 332, Richmond, OH 43944. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

GENEVIEVE “Jenny” STOKLEY, 80, of Toronto, OH, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2008 following a brief illness. She was a homemaker and a member of the Friend’s Church by faith.

She was born July 7, 1927 in Salem, OH, a daughter of the late Herbert Jacob and Clara Gertrude Rich Shoe. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Warren D. “Hap” Stokley who died April 28, 2005, a grandson, Travis Millhorn, a brother, Robert Shoe and a sister, Mary Jane Coppick.

She was the founder of the Richmond Trail Blazers 4H Club in 1978 and a mentor to dozens of young 4H’ers. She and her husband were regional competitors for award winning Saddle Bred Champion Show Horses. She was an associate of the Tappan Lake Campers and for over 25 years was a summer attendant for Tappan Lake.

Jenny is survived by 2 sons, John Stokley and wife, Kim of Alliance and Rick Stokley, and Missy of Tiltonsville; a daughter, Tami Millhorn and husband, Kenneth of Toronto; a brother, Charles “Sonny” Shoe and wife, Joan of Steubenville and grandson, Morgan.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Monday from 4 until 7 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Tuesday with Jenny’s brother, Sonny Shoe, officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Union Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

VERNA M. ELLIOTT, 94, of Richmond, Ohio passed away Monday, April 28, 2008 at her home. Verna was born February 9, 1914 in St. Mary’s, WV, a daughter of the late Oliver and Sara Tricket Shingleton.

She was a homemaker and a longstanding member of the Richmond United Methodist Church. She was also a member of Daughters of the American Revolution, Countryside Garden Club, Richmond Homemakers, and old Richmond Grange.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob C. Elliott, who passed January 1, 1996; two brothers, Everett and Lester Shingleton, and one sister, Margie Higgins.

She is survived by a son, Jim (Eudora) Elliott of Toronto, OH and a daughter, Carolyn (Gary) Powers of Steubenville, OH; seven grandchildren, Gloria (David) Boring, Dave (Nancy) Elliott, Sharon (Brian) Carroll, Jason (Sarah) Elliott, Laurie (Peter) Wounaris, Shane Powers, and Joshua Powers, and seventeen great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Thursday with Pastor Jason Elliott officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

JOSEPH COYLE JOHNSON, 50, of Richmond, Oh, died Sunday, April 27, 2008 from injuries sustained in a fire in his home.

He was born in Steubenville, OH, April 29, 1957. He is preceded in death by his parents, Coyle Eugene and Goldie (Crissinger) Johnson and his two best friends, his dogs, Katie and Nuna who perished with him.

He is survived by his brother, Larry Johnson of Richmond and two sisters, Patti (Ron) Applegarth of Richmond and Tammy Bowers of Toronto.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service for Joe at 2 PM on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond led by the Reverend John Hearn. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jefferson County Animal Shelter. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

DORIS J. “Dee” WALLACE, 65, of Bergholz, OH, went to Heaven Saturday, April 19, 2008 after a courageous battle. She was a retired cook and waitress and a Protestant by faith.

She was born August 5, 1942 in Alliance, OH, a daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Buxton) Anderson. She is also preceded in death by a son, Wilbur L. Elliott, Jr who died May 21, 2006, by two brothers, Mervin and William and a granddaughter, Linda Dee Elliott and one great granddaughter.

She is survived by her daughter, Carol “Kay” Kreps of Bergholz, her long-time companion, James Weaver of Bergholz, 4 brothers, James Anderson, Charles (Julie) Anderson and John Anderson, all of Alliance and Kenneth (Martha) Anderson of Massillon; by 4 sisters, Mary Borden and Martha (Randy) Wilkins, all of Bergholz and Suzie Forester and Debbie (Danny) Huggins, all of Alliance; grandchildren Deanne Richmond, Kenda Warnock, Bryan Mohlmaster, Wilbur Elliott, III and Brandy Elliott and 6 great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Tuesday with the Reverend Mark Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

MARGARET BLOSSER, 92, of Bergholz, passed on Friday, April 18, 2008, in her home of natural causes. She was a retired supervisor of the Carroll County Elementary Schools and lifelong member of the Trinity United Presbyterian Church in Bergholz where she served as an Elder, a Sunday school teacher and a member of the choir for over 50 years. She was a 56 year member of the Delta Kappa Gamma teachers sorority.
She was born January 17, 1916, in Bergholz, OH, a daughter of the late Clark and Hazel (George) McLain. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Nelson Kaye Blosser whom she married in June, 1964 and who died August 4, 2001 and a sister, Maxine McBane who passed away June 23, 2005.
After aquiring her two year teaching certificate from Mt. Union College in 1935, Margaret began her lifelong career as an educator teaching in a one room school house on Timothy Ridge. Her servant’s heart lead her to suspend her teaching career in 1944 to care for her Mother for 7 years before her Mother’s death. She returned to teaching and in the summer months attended Ohio University earning a Master’s Degree in Education. She completed her career as an educator in 1985 as an elementary supervisor for the Carroll County School System. Among her achievements, she introduced and continued to develop the highly successful Open Court Reading System which is still being used in the Carroll County Schools.
Her concern extended to community life as well, actively following the leadings of her servant’s heart in caring for the needs of others.
She is survived by her brother-in-law, Ralph W. McBane, her nephew and wife, James C. and Eleanor M. McBane, all of Bergholz, great nieces and nephews, Amy Richards and husband Gary, David McBane and wife Jenny, Christine Pasiuk and husband Kenneth, Joy Roy and husband Ryan, Gabrielle McBane and Daniel McBane; and 11 great-great nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services will be 11 Am Monday at the Trinity United Presbyterian Church, Second St. Bergholz with the Reverend Alan Jeffries officiating.
Burial will follow in Mooretown Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

DONALD H. PLOTTS, 58, of Cadiz, went to be with the Lord Friday, April 4, 2008 following a lengthy illness.
He was born January 12, 1950 in Steubenville, OH. He is preceded in death by his father, Donald “Duck” Plotts who died in 2004, maternal grandparents, Floy and Howard Jones and paternal grandparents, Dorothy and Donald Plotts.
Donald was a retired sales manager of Burdines in Altamonte Springs, Florida.
He is survived by his loving wife, Chrystal Louise (Huckabee) Plotts whom he married June 8, 1991, his mother, Doris (Jones) Plotts of Bloomingdale, a daughter, Rachel (Jody) Klepal, Columbus, OH, 4 sons, Russell (Jean) Grigg, Isreal (Karen) Grigg, and Duane Grigg, all of No. Carolina, and Chris Grigg of Florida; 2 sisters, Darlene “Perky” (John) Armstrong of Wintersville and Debbie (Bob) Mathieu of Bloomingdale, 9 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, other family members and many nieces, nephews and friends.
Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Sunday from 3-5 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held 11 AM Monday with Pastor Ronald Miller officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

JAMES WILLIAM BISHOP, age 91, of Wintersville, OH, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Gables Care Center, Hopedale. He was retired from Weirton Steel Corp. as diesel repairman, was a member of the Bloomingdale Presbyterian Church and the Unionport Masonic Lodge #333, F & AM.

He was born December 8, 1916 in Amsterdam, OH, a son of the late Marion and Sarah (Kirkland) Bishop. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Josephine (Thompson) Bishop, two brothers, John Bishop and Marion “Red” Bishop, two infant siblings, Walter and Sarah Louise Bishop and a sister, Eleanor Bishop.

He is survived by his daughter, Florene Bishop of Orlando, Florida, a son, Larry Bishop and wife Charlotte of Richmond and a sister, Jeanette Domer and husband, Wylie “Pete” of Lakeland, Florida; three grandchildren, Daniel (Jill) Bishop, and Evan (Lara) Bishop, all of Lewis Center, OH and Melissa (Ryan) Mairs, Ashland, OH. In addition to his family members, he will be sadly missed by his friends and his Gables Care family.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Friday from 6 until 9 PM and Saturday from 10 AM until time of funeral services at 11 AM. Burial will follow in the East Springfield Cemetery. Masonic Services will be at 8:30 PM Friday. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

Lillian May Lewis, 85 of Richmond, OH formerly of Johnstown, PA went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on April 3, 2008.

She was born May 10, 1922 in Johnstown, PA, a daughter of the late William C. Sr. and Lillian Tantlinger Buzzard. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Ken in 1974, an infant daughter Patricia, four brothers William C. Jr., Charles, Thomas, and Donald Buzzard, three sister, Gwenny Kearns, Rebecca Budash, and June Hoffman-Kordell.

Lillian is survived by her daughter, Sharon and son-in-law Ed Vescovi of Richmond and two grandsons, Kenneth (Julie) of Toronto and Patrick of Pittsburgh, PA. Also surviving are four sisters, Sue Fleck, Josephine (Reed) May, Yvonne “Mickey” (Paul) Good, all of Johnstown, PA, Esther (Roy) Lint of Lehigh Acres, FL, and one brother, Dwight Buzzard of Manns Choice, PA.

She was a devoted and dedicated Mother, Mother-in-law and Grandmother. Her grandsons were the light of her life. She attended Wintersville Baptist Temple and is a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Johnstown, PA where a memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. Local arrangements have been entrusted to the Everhart-Bove funeral home, 110 West Main St, Richmond. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Sylvia M. Gervason, 87 of Bergholz, Ohio passed away Monday, March 31, 2008 at the Carroll Healthcare Center, Carrollton following a lengthy illness. She was employed by McBane Insurance Agency and was a member of the Bergholz United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School, served as treasurer, and was involved with the Methodist women’s club.

Sylvia was born December 12, 1920 in Bergholz, Ohio, a daughter of the late Clarence “Shorty” and Sylvia Jolley Hackathorn. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by three brothers Michael, Ben, and James Hackathorn. Three sisters Betty Kemmer, Florence Hackathorn, and Jean Hackathorn.

She is survived by her loving husband Charles Gervason, whom she married December 14, 1947, a daughter Amber Hemmming and her husband Dick of Carrollton, a son Ron Gervason and his wife Paulette Raughley of Taos, NM, four brothers, David Lee (Rose) Hackathorn of Bryan, TX, Leslie(Margaret) Hackathorn of Tampa, FL, David (Sue) Hackathorn of Bergholz, OH and Dennis (Jenny) Hackathorn of Amsterdam, OH. Two sisters, Catherine Becher of Harlem Springs, OH, Joan (Tom) Isherwood of Amsterdam, OH. Three grandchildren Rick Hemming, Julie Herman, and Beth Reed. Three great grandchildren Amanda Reed, Derrick Hemming, and Morgan Herman.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where services will be held Thursday at 11 AM with the Reverend Mark Thomas officiating. Burial will follow at Bergholz Cemetery. Memorial contribution can be made to Bergholz United Methodist Church. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com

FRANK S. SENTICH, JR., 66, of Richmond, passed away in his home Sunday, March 30, 2008, surrounded by his family. He was owner of the Sentich Insurance Agency of Richmond since 1975. Frank had attained the designation as Charter Property and Casualty Underwriter and wrote for the Nationwide Insurance Company.

He was born January 17, 1942 in Uniontown, PA. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank Sentich, Sr. and his mother, Meredith (Hess) Sentich Savage. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Donna (Carpenter) Senitch, his step-mother, Wanda (Shane) Sentich of Steubenville, 3 children, Mary (Frank) Birkhimer, Bergholz, Stephen Sentich, III and his fiancée, Lisa Oaks, Jewett, Jeffrey (Carissa) Sentich, Richmond, 10 grandchildren, John, Erin, Amanda, Brad, Ben, Hannah, Jaclyn, Cara, Stevie and Jacob and one great granddaughter, Kailey; 2 brothers and 3 sisters including Ruth (Karl) Mader of Jacksonville, FL and Nancy (James) Edwards of Downingtown, PA.

Frank served with the US Navy during the Vietnam War on board the USS Bonhomme Richard and is a member of the Richmond American Legion Post #740. He was active in the Republican Party having run for Ohio State Representative; was an active member and frequent office holder of the Richmond Lions Club and was an avid golfer and Cleveland Brown’s fan.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, Tuesday from 2 PM until 8 PM. Funeral services will be 11 AM Wednesday at the funeral home with Pastor Gary Hallberg officiating. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery, Steubenville with full military rites. Contributions may be made in Frank’s memory to the Ohio Valley Down’s Syndrome Support Group, 104 Westfall Lane, Richmond, OH 43944. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

LEWIS E. CALL, 92, of Toronto, OH, formerly of East Springfield, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2008 in his home.
He was born December 8, 1915 in Mooretown, OH, a son of the late William and Susan Maude Call. On June 12, 1936, he married his loving wife, Elsie (Stone) Call, who survives. For many years they baked wedding and special occasion cakes. They were the founders and for over 20 years were the organizers of the East Springfield Memorial Day Parade and ceremonies.
He was a former millright at Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel, and an independent owner/hauler of 10 & 5 gallon milk cans from area farmers to Spahn’s Dairy in Steubenville. He retired from the former Equitable Life Insurance Company with 21 years of service.
Lew served as a Boy Scout leader, was a member of the East Springfield Senior Citizens, the AARP and served on the committee of the Amsterdam High School alumni association. He was one of the founders of the East Springfield Volunteer Fire Department and was instrumental in forming the E-Squad. He was a 50 plus member and Past Master of the Unionport Masonic Lodge #333 F & AM and served as District Educational Officer for Grand Lodge of Ohio. He had also belonged to the Unionport Chapter #360 Order of the Eastern Star.
He was former member of the East Springfield Christ United Methodist Church where he was active as a choir member, Sunday school teacher and youth fellowship leader. Most recently, he was a member of the United Methodist Church of the Cross.
He was preceded in death by a baby daughter, Elsie Louise, by two brothers, Donald and Walter Call; by three sisters, Lola Plant, Elsie Carter and Maude Ochsendorf; by two grandsons, Brian Call and Mark Tennant.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, Robert Call and wife, Margaret, of Minerva, OH and David Gary Call and wife, Roswitha of Greenacres, Florida; one daughter, Susan Risnear and husband, Gary (Rizz) of Richmond; four grandchildren, Greg Call and partner, Anna Casey, Cris Call and wife, Melinda, Natalie Kurilko and husband, Christian and Melinda Hasson and husband, Jason; seven great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren; a sister, Betty Stenger and husband, Ernest of Zanesfield, OH and a special supportive sister-in-law, Zeina Mae Nelson and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond with Masonic Services at 8 PM at the funeral home. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM Saturday with visitation one hour prior to the services. Pastor Jeff Greco will officiate and burial will follow in the East Springfield Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.
Memorial contributions may be made in Lew’s memory to Charity Hospice, PO Box 2483, 500 Luray Drive, Wintersville, OH 43953.

JESSE H. SHANNON, 80, of Amsterdam, OH, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2008 in his home of natural causes. He was a former employee of the Federal Paperboard Co. in Toronto and retired as a foreman from Allen Box Company in Bergholz. He was a Protestant by faith and for 20 years was an Amsterdam Village Policeman.

Jesse was born in Unionport, OH, June 13, 1927, a son of the late Freeman and Jennie (Harris) Shannon. He is also preceded in death by his first wife, Loraine McCourt and his second wife, Gladys Rudd-Andrews; by three children, Kenneth Shannon, Sandra Kersey and an infant daughter, and by 3 sisters, Edna Striker, Mary Peterson and Hazel Shannon.

He is survived by his companion, Bonnie Taylor, a son, Jesse Lee Shannon of Amsterdam, 4 daughters, Lori Sue (Joseph) Brown, Talbott, TN, Nancy Louise (Ed) Bowling, Phoenix, AZ, Wanda May (Ken) Messel and Reba Kellogg, both of East Liverpool; 2 step-daughters, Constance (Rob) McCourt and Cynthia Cline, both of Hammondsville; 2 brothers, Elmer (Frances) Shannon and Harley Shannon, both of Irondale, three sisters, Florence Kestner, Steubenville, Doris McTheny, Jewett and Deloris Beadnell of Amsterdam; 19 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Saturday with the Reverend Frank Hudson officiating. He will be laid to rest in Ft. Steuben Burial Estates and condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

RALPH M. YOUNG, 81, of Richmond, OH, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville, following a brief illness. He retired in 1989 from Wheeling – Pittsburgh Steel as a stove tender in the blast furnace department. He was a WWII Veteran of the US Navy having served in the South Pacific. He was a member of the Honored Seven American Legion Post # 740, was a Presbyterian by faith and an avid gardener.

Ralph was born December 27, 1926 in Trimball, OH, a son of the late Frank and Sarah (Kempton) Young. He is survived by his wife, Betty (Graham) Young, one son, Rodney (Teresa) Young of Plantation, Florida, a daughter, Connie (Dale) Gray of Las Vegas, NV, grandchildren Jennie, Mary, Michael, Anthony and Amber and Emily. Also surviving is a sister, Jean Deavers of Richmond, and his brothers, Lloyd (Dolly) Young and Paul (Marilyn) Young, all of Wintersville, Charles (Jane) Young and Terry (Carole) Young, all of Richmond and Martin Young of Steubenville.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held 11 AM Saturday with the Reverend Wendy Norris officiating. Final services will follow at Ft. Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com

RICHARD L. DeMARCO, 76, of Richmond, OH, passed away Friday, March 7, 2008 in Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville following a lengthy illness. He retired from Weirton Steel in 1992 as an electrician and was a member of the Bell Chapel Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the US Air Force having attained the rank of Staff Sgt.

He was born January 8, 1932 in Richmond, OH, a son of the late Phillip and Margaret (Nally) DeMarco. He is survived by his wife, Jean Louise (Clark) DeMarco, by two sons, Anthony W. (Marilyn) DeMarco and Timothy R. (Kathy) DeMarco, both of Columbus, Ohio and a daughter, Karen L. Oiler of Richmond, by three grandchildren, Erin (Joe) Rider, Amanda Jo DeMarco and Robert P. (Jennifer) Keenan, and great-grandchildren, Robert Jacob and Justus.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, 2-4 and 7-9 PM Monday where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Tuesday with the Rev. Jeff Proya officiating. Burial will follow with military services at Ft. Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Ada Marie Owens
Entered into eternal rest Friday, March 8, 2008. She was born on June 28, 1912, in Germano, Ohio, the daughter of Charles & Minnie (Abel) Schoonover.
She was preceded in death by spouses: George Floyd Dinger and Lewis E. Owens, one son, Glen Ray Dinger, five brothers, Earl, Jay, John, Ray and Waldo and a sister, Nellie Schoonover.
She will be sadly missed by children: Charles Dinger, Carl (Hermine) Dinger, Darl (Barbara) Dinger and Mrs. Frank (Marjorie) Wade. She leaves seventeen grandchildren, thirty-five great grandchildren and twenty-one great-great grandchildren.
Family and friends may call 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Tuesday at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond. Funeral services will be held at the Annapolis Presbyterian Church in Annapolis 11 AM Wednesday with the Reverend Ted Whitacker officiating. Burial in Annapolis Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Annapolis Presbyterian Church. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartfuneralhomes.com.

Burton Gillespie, 52 of Richmond, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 2, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. He enjoyed fishing, old cars, and talking with friends.

Burton was born August, 11, 1955 in Steubenville, Ohio, a son of the late Aaron and Glenda Westfall Gillespie. He is survived by four sisters, Kathy (Phil) Jordan of Irondale, OH, Kay Gillespie of Richmond, OH, Karen (Jim) Isadore of Bradenton, FL, and Carol Ireland of Indiana, and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 from 6 PM until time of services at 8 PM. Pastor Mark Thomas will officiate. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Frances Randalson, 93 of Bergholz, Ohio passed away Friday, February 29, 2008 at Valley Hospice Care Center North, Steubenville. She was a homemaker, Catholic by faith and a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church of Amsterdam.

Frances was born January 16, 1915 in Greensburg, PA, a daughter of the late Alfonso and Anna Damico. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Jacob Randalson on March 19, 2007. three brothers, Guy, James, and Pete Damico; one sister, Jane DeMore.

Frances is survived by two sons, Jacob Randalson and wife Sue of Carrollton and Carl S. Randalson and wife Kathy of Amsterdam; a daughter, Carmella Scopel and husband Elio of Amsterdam, two brothers; Sam and John Damico of Greensburg, PA, nine grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Sunday, March 2, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM with a Vigil Service at 8:45 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Fr. John McCoy at 11 AM Monday at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Amsterdam. Burial will follow in Bergholz Cemetery. The family wishes to thank all the wonderful caregivers Mr. and Mrs. Randalson have been privileged to have over the years. They have been greatly appreciated by the Randalson family. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com

Inez C. Swickard, 89 of Richmond. Ohio passed away Thursday, February 28, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. She was a homemaker and Methodist by faith.

Inez was born June 2, 1918 in Fox Twp., Carroll County, OH, a daughter of the late James and Nellie Madison Buxton. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Harold R. Swickard on September 15, 2001. Four sisters Mildred Palmer, Helen Lafferty, Martha Rose, and Mary Gersna. Four brothers, Chester, Wilson, James, and Francis Buxton.

Inez is survived by a son, David Swickard of Richmond, OH, two daughters, Sinda (Don) Judis of Austintown, OH and Mary (Kenneth) Stevens of Toronto, OH. Six grandchildren, Jessica, Ashley, and Raymond Swickard, Timothy and Patrick Judis, Jeremy Kelley. One great-grandson Austin Heath.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Saturday from 6-8 PM and Sunday from 1-3 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home 3 PM Sunday with Reverend Mark Thomas officiating. Private burial will take place at Island Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Richmond Volunteer Fire Co. and Rescue Squad. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Joe Plavka, 87 of Bergholz, Ohio passed away Sunday, February 24, 2008 at Lancia Villa Royale, Steubenville. Joe was a WWII veteran of the US Army, an employee of the Ford Motor Co., and a member of the Bergholz Church of Christ.

Joe was born October 23, 1920 in Eastern, OH near Bergholz, a son of the late Paul and Theresa Plavka. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two brothers Paul and Rudy Plavka and two sisters Mary LeMaster and Rose Taylor.

Joe is survived by his loving wife Doris Riggs Plavka, whom also resided with him at Lancia’s. Three daughters, Joyce Worwa of Yorkville, OH, Connie Plavka of Bergholz, OH, and Linda Shirey of Boardman, OH. A sister, Anna Lewandoski of Bergholz, OH. Three grandchildren, Richard Plavka, Eleanor Worwa, and Stanley Worwa. A great-grandson, Brian.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Wednesday from 10 AM until time of services at 12 noon with Reverend Dave Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Bergholz Cemetery. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

LARRY A. BROWN, 42, of Bergholz, OH, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2008 in his home of natural causes. He was a self employed laborer.

He was born
February 23, 1965 in Steubenville, OH. He is preceded in death by his father, Charles A. Brown and a brother, Willis Reed.

He is survived by his wife, Penny (Hazelip) Brown, his mother, Betty (Helfer) Brown of Brilliant, a son, Joshua Brown of Bergholz, two daughters, Fawna Brown of Martins Ferry, Oh and Sabrina Hazelip of Bergholz, a brother, Gary Reed of Brilliant and two granddaughters, Kiara Kidder and Jaidin Kreps.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz from
5 PM until time of funeral services at 7 PM. The Reverend Mark Thomas will officiate and interment will be at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartfuneralhomes.com.

PATRICK JOSEPH ROWAN, 34, of Bergholz, OH, passed away unexpectedly from apparent hypoglycemic shock Monday, February 18, 2008 in his home. He was a supervisor of the moulding department at the Clayco Division of DeNoon Lumber in Bergholz and a member of the Bergholz Baptist Church.

Patrick was born in Steubenville, OH, May 22, 1973. He is preceded in death by his father, Gilbert L. Rowan, Sr. who died one year ago today, by his grandparents, Joseph and Mary Jane (Turvey) Payne and Scott and Sadie (Lowe) Rowan and by his former wife, Danielle Culp Rowan.

His mother, Irene (Payne) Rowan lives in Bergholz as does his daughter, Karissa Kay Rowan of the home. He is also survived by three brothers, Gilbert Lee (G.L.) Rowan, Jr., and wife Beth of Smithburg, Maryland, Clint D. Rowan and wife Lisa of Blacklick, Ohio and Scott M. Rowan and wife Michelle of Bergholz. Patrick leaves a close extended family of Nieces and Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and friends.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Wednesday where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Thursday with the Reverend David Miller officiating. Burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everharrtbovefuneralhomes.com.

PAMELA SCHULTZ, 53, of Steubenville, OH, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2008 at the VA Hospital, Pittsburgh, Penn. following a brief illness. She had been employed at the Harrison Coal Co., Cadiz, OH and was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Amsterdam. She was a veteran of the US Air Force and a member of the Carrollton VFW.

Pam was born December 11, 1954 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Hugh and Mary Belle (Byron) Schultz. She is survived by four brothers, Hugh (Maxine) Schultz, Bloomingdale, David (Donna) Schultz, Steubenville, James (Kitty) Schultz, Cleveland and Joseph (Trinka) Schultz, Canal Fulton, by 5 sisters, Peggy Elliott, Steubenville, Patricia Schultz of Ranson, WV, Sharon (Rob) Carson, Bergholz, Mary (Tim) Redovian, Amsterdam and Carrie (Mike) Miller, Steubenville; and by 14 nieces and nephews and 10 great nieces and nephews.

Pam’s family have arranged for services to be held after the Easter Season. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM Saturday, April 12, 2008, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Amsterdam with Fr. John McCoy, the Celebrant. Interment will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery followed by a light lucheon. The Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond has been entrusted with the arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

ELSIE L. BOOTH, 98, formerly of Scio, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2008 at the Carroll Health Care Center, Carrollton. She was a homemaker and protestant by faith.

Mrs. Booth was born January 16, 1910 in Coal Glen, PA, the daughter of the late James and Margaret Thomas Collins. She was a graduate of high school, an accomplishment not achieved by many in those days, and was on the girls basketball team. She was the widow of James C. Booth, who had died August 1, 1966. They were the parents of 7 children; James C. (Velma) Booth, Jr. of Amsterdam, Paul W. (Suzie) Booth of Richmond, Kenneth (Nancy) Booth and Gary L. (Debbie) Booth, all of Scio and Ronald Booth of Norflok, VA; Marjorie Hosterman and Dolores Clifton, both of Richmond; the grandparents of 22, the great-grandparents of 49 and the great-great grandparents of 13. She is preceded in death by two grandsons, three sisters, Elizabeth Harvey, Margaret Geddis and Dora Arminini and a brother, Duncan Collins.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St, Richmond Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be Tuesday at 11 AM with the Reverend John Hearn officiating. Burial will follow in the Island Creek Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com

Mary Elizabeth “Libby” Boyd, 95 of Carrollton, formerly of Bergholz, died February 12, 2008 in Great Trail Care Center, Minerva. She was an avid bingo player and had retired in 1970 as a sales associate with J.C. Penney in Carrollton. She was a Methodist by faith.

Libby was born in Bergholz, OH, August 10, 1912, a daughter of the late Charles F. and Elliott “Lee” Potts Beckley. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Boyd, a daughter, Patricia Mae Walter, four brothers, Mervin , Charles and John Beckley and Howard I. Drake, and two sisters, Iola Pearl Beckley and Wilma Mae Beckley.

She is survived by two sons, Charles (Ying) Brooks of Elk Grove, CA and Richard (Suzanne) Brooks of Palm Desert, CA, two step daughters, Shirley (Bud) Powell of Mineral City, OH and Donna (John) Lenardos, Canton; 19 grandchildren and many great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 11 AM Saturday at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz with Pastor James Porter. Interment will be in the Bergholz Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

SANDRA LEE LANDIS, 57, of Bloomingdale, OH, passed away Friday, February 8, 2008 in Valley Hospice Care Center North, Steubenville following a lengthy illness.

She was born September 29, 1950 in Steubenville, the daughter of the late James E. Hess and Blanche Mae Hysell Martin. She is also preceded in death by a brother, Roger Hess.

Sandy is the wife of Robert L. Landis, the mother of one son, Thomas J. Eckenrode of Newton Falls, OH, 2 daughters, Mary A. Eckenrode Johnson and husband Mark of Richmond and Shannon M. Landis Martineau and husband Lee; sister to 3 brothers and 3 sisters, John Brown of Steubenville, James Hess of Toronto and David Hess of Bloomingdale, Janet Adams and Mary Ann Kranek, both of Bloomingdale and Donna J. (James) McKee of Hammondsville and grandmother to 8 grandchildren, Joshua, Jenna, Logan, Gabrielle, Hannah, Thaddeus, Draven and Rayn.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St. Richmond Monday from 2-4 and 5-7:30 PM at which time funeral services will be held for Sandy at 7:30 PM. Final disposition will be at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, monetary donations be directed to Mary A. Johnson.

Chester B. McClain, Sr., 89 of Richmond, OH passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at Arbors Extended Care Facility in Canton. Chester was retired from Weirton Steel, a member of the Farm Bureau, and ISW. He was Methodist by faith and a member of Richmond United Methodist Church. Chester was proprietor of McClain's Ashland outside of Richmond.

Chester was born February 19, 1918 in Doddridge Co., WV, a son of the late Zack and Ethel McMillan McClain. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter Judy May McClain and a sister Edith Alewine. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Bernice McClain. Two sons, Chester (Joyce) McClain, Jr. of Canton, OH and William “Bill” McClain of Wintersville, OH. One daughter, Ethel Ann (Charles) Kortz of Miamisburg, OH. Two sisters, Emogene Galford of Wadsworth, OH and Mary Ellen (Donald) Monigold of Toronto, OH. Grandchildren, Kimberly Hunt, Kelly Gower, Michaelene Sims, Shawn Kortz, Kelly Donaldson, Devon McClain, Caitlin McClain, and Shane McClain. Great-grandchildren, Phillip and Anthony Hunt, Dalton and Dylan Sims, Nicholas and Samantha Gower, Nora and Anya Donaldson.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Thursday, January 31, 2008 from 6-8 PM. Funeral services will be Friday at 11 AM with the Reverend Carol Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Marjorie Hyndman, 79 of Steubenville, Ohio passed away Thursday, January 24, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. She was Methodist by faith and a member of Bell Chapel Methodist Church.

Marjorie was born May 24, 1928 in Omaha, Nebraska a daughter of the late Alvin and Adelia Mynster Cade. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert Hyndman, Sr. in 1978, two brothers, William “Bill” Cade and Leroy Cade, and an infant great-grandson.

Marjorie is survived by five sons, Robert (Mildred) Hyndman of Annapolis, OH, Dale (Lois) Hyndman of Illinois, Ronald (Melissa) Hyndman of Toronto, OH, Keith (Rowena) Hyndman of New Holland, PA, and Terry Hyndman of Fort Worth, TX. Three daughters, Sharon ( George) Sampson of Toronto, OH, Vanessa (Jim) Young of Franklin, OH, and Janetta (Mike) Yanik of Smithfield, OH. One sister Shirley (Luvern) Hoerchler of Richmond, OH. Twenty-seven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Sunday, January 27, 2008 from 4-9 PM. Services will be at the funeral home Monday at 11 AM. Burial will be private at East Springfield Cemetery. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com

Timothy Edward Kerns, 45, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away suddenly Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps and was a member of the First United Presbyterian Church of Mingo Jct. He was employed by Manpower at the Wal-Mart Distribution Center. Tim enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved to watch the Steelers and Ohio State.

Tim was born April 28, 1962 in Steubenville, Ohio, a son of Ralph and Dorothy Kerns of Wintersville. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother Virginia Stojak.

Tim is survived by his loving wife Theresa McConnell Kerns, whom he married September 12, 1987. Two children Amber and Zachary Kerns. Paternal grandmother Marjorie Creamer of Wintersville, OH. Two sisters Darlene (Bill) Robertson of Steubenville, OH and Charlotte (Shawn) Simpson of Richmond, OH. Two aunts Linda (Tom) Johnson of Richmond, OH and Joann (Jim) Myers of Wellsburg, WV.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St, Richmond on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Services will be held at the funeral home Saturday at 11 AM with Reverend Stan Fedyszyn officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

James A. Ramsey, 81 of Richmond, Ohio passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. Jim served in WWII as a member of the US Air Force as an aircraft mechanic where he earned a medal for excellent marksmanship. He worked for Weirton Steel for four years then for Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel for 41 years. After retirement he worked for the Jefferson County Airport. Jim was Methodist by faith and a member of the Richmond United Methodist Church. He was a member of Unionport Masonic Lodge F&AM #333, 32nd Degree with the Steubenville Lodge, and EAA Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 859.

Jim was born January 14, 1927 in Fairmont, WV, a son of the late Charles and Mildred Hoover Ramsey. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Bob, Tom, and Kenneth Ramsey and a sister Jean Skidmore.

Jim is survived by his loving wife Lorraine Skeeles Ramsey, whom he married October 13, 1951. Three children Jim C. (Jan ) Ramsey, Judy( Frank) Paree, and Rick H. (Wendi) Ramsey all of Richmond. Three brothers Charles “Grudge” Ramsey of Annapolis, OH, Perry (Marge) Ramsey and Ivan ( Diane) Ramsey both of Cuyahoga Falls, OH. One sister Edna (Dick) Ivanoff of Florida. Grandchildren Jody and Jayna Eynon, Ryan (Cherie) Ramsey, Brad and Greg Ramsey, Jessica and Emily Ramsey, Step-granddaughter Dana Paree. Great-granddaughter Cambrie.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Saturday from 4-9 PM. Services will be held 2 PM Sunday at the funeral home with Reverend Carol Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Fort Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. Masonic services will be held 7 PM Saturday at the funeral home. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

FRANK MADER, 87, of Harrison, Arkansas, formerly of Bergholz, OH, died Sunday, January 20, 2008 at the Hospice of the Hills Hospice House in Harrison. He was born September 27, 1920, in Unionport, OH, the son oos the late Anthony and Theresa (Berher) Mader. Mr. Mader was preceded in death by his parents; by his first wife, Virgie (Polen) Mader; his son, Donald “Spider” Mader; three brothers and four sisters.

Frank was a veteran of the US Navy having served during World War II, where he was a gunner aboard the Liberty Ship Sarah J. Hale. He was a coalminer at the Jensie Mine in East Springfield, OH. Following Frank’s retirement, he moved to Arkansas to pursue his hobbies of fishing, gardening and playing music. He will be remembered by his family for his love of potato salad, polkas, and his puppy, Twinkletoes.

Frank Kenneth Mader is survived by his loving wife, Betty Jo Mader of the home; his sons and daughters-in-law Larry and Alberta Mader of Bergholz, Jeff and Christine Mader of Amsterdam, and his daughters and son-in-law, Anna Mae and Fred Nixon of Dover, OH, Pat Mader and Kelly Mader, both of Steubenville, OH and his step-children, Harry and Janet Janzen of Amarillo, TX, David and Betty Janzen of Ft. Collins, CO and George and Margie Janzen of Perry, OK and Lester and Carla Janzen of Woodward, OK, and Cindy and Dennis Rains of Harrison, AK.

Frank is also survived by six grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, 12 step-grandchildren and eleven step great-grandchildren.

Services will be held in Harrison, AK at The Christenson Funeral Home on Thursday. Following those services, he will be transported to Ohio where friends may call from 10 AM Saturday until time of services at 12 Noon at the Everhart-Bove Funneral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Saturday. The Reverend Mark Thomas officiating and burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery with full military honors by the Amsterdam VFW. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com

ALTA F. MILLER, 94, of Bergholz, OH, passed away Friday, January 18, 2008 in Golden Age Retreat, Carrollton. She was a retired farmer, having been in a farming partnership with her brother, Ford. She was a member of the Bergholz United Methodist Church but attended the Bergholz Presbyterian Church and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #315.

She was born May 25, 1913, outside Bergholz in Springfield Twp, a son of the late Fred W. and Laura B. (Miller) Miller who both passed away in 1943. She is also predeceased by two brothers, John in 1983 and Ford who died April 8, 2007, and a sister, Flora Betty George.

Visitation for Alta will be at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz, Monday, January 21, 2008 from 11 AM until time of funeral services at 1 PM with the Reverends David Miller and Alan Jeffries officiating. Burial in the family plot will follow in West Union (Greenbriar) Church Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

PHYLLIS J. SMITH, 69, of Richmond, OH, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2008 in her home of natural causes. She was a homemaker and Methodist by faith.

She was born September 20, 1938 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late George and Mildred Mathes Westling. She also is preceded in death by her husband, Charles M. Smith who died July 18, 2005, by two sons, Mark Smith in 1968 and Charles Matthew Smith II in 1983, and by a brother, George Arthur Westling.

She is survived by two sons, Michael (Mary K.) Smith of Richmond and Eric (Linda) Smith of Amsterdam; by three daughters, Lynne Lascano of Florida, Kathy Smith of Richmond and Christine (Peter) Brower of Florida; by two brothers, John (Emal) Westling of Steubenvillle and Edwin (Linda) Westling of Richmond; by four sisters, Ruth Joann Porter and Louise Baughman, both of Richmond, Alice Bradley of Steubenville and Mary (Dennis) Helfers of Hilliard, OH; by 8 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Friends may call Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Saturday with the Reverend John Hearn officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Union Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

GEORGE ADRIAN ONDUSKO, 70, of Wintersville, OH, passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2008 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville, following a lengthy illness. He was a coal miner and later retired from Laborer’s local #809. He was Russian Orthodox by faith and a member and past officer of both the Sons of the American Legion and the FOP Auxiliary.

He was born November 23, 1937 in Munhall, PA, the son of the late John and Margaret Kacsmar Ondusko. He is also preceded in death by 3 infant children, 2 brothers, John “Yonk” and Ronald Ondusko and a sister, Gerty Culp.

George is survived by his soul-mate of 29 years, Constance Snider, by 2 sons, Bruce (Kathy) Ondusko of Bergholz, Michael Ondusko of Portland, OR, a step-son, James (Sherry) Snider of Sunrise, FL, 2 daughters, Georgann (Chuck) Stout of Ravenna, OH and Michelle (Sonny) Manifold of Indianapolis, IN; by a brother, Eugene Ondusko of Harlem Springs, OH, 2 sisters, Rose Dillingham of Wintersville and MaryAnn (Harold) Owens of Salineville; by 6 grandchildren and 2 stepgrandchildren, Aaron, Alex, Bryce, Mason, Kyle, Kathleen, Amanda and Rebekah.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Monday with the Reverend Fr. John Bruchok, Jr. Burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

BETTY A. EVANS, 63, of Bergholz, OH, passed away Monday, January 14, 2008 in Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville, following a one week illness. She was a homemaker and member of the Bergholz Baptist church.

Betty was born in Joliet, IL, February 4, 1944, a daughter of the late Walter and Barbara Phelps Rudd. She married Basil H. Evans, Jr who died September 21, 2001. She and Basil had four sons; Raymond (Carol) Evans, Harlem Springs, OH, Larry (Barbara) Evans, Amsterdam, Todd Evans and Shawn (Jennifer) Evans, both of Bergholz. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Rena, Melissa, Tanner and Basil, one great grandson, Jacob, and one sister, Laura (Richard) Antill of Bridgeport, WV.

Betty’s family will hold private services for her at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz with the Reverend Chuck McNatt officiating. She will be interred with Basil in the Bergholz Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

CHARLES E. RATLIFF, 83, of Richmond, formerly of Wintersville, OH, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2008 in the Pallative Care Unit of Valley Hospice, Steubenville. He was a branch manager for Ray C. Call Detroit Diesel Engines. He was a former Bergholz Police Chief and served in the Pacific Theatre with the US Navy during WWII. He was a Protestant by faith.

Charles was born in Cleveland, OH, September 16, 1924, a son of the late Charles William and Elizabeth (Drandle) Ratliff. His wife, Mary (Dresher) Ratliff died October 16, 2001. He is also preceded in death by a sister, Clara Lee Sanford and 2 half-sisters and a half-brother.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Larry L. and Mary Lynn Ratliff of Richmond, by his grandchildren, Crissy Witsberger and husband B.J., St. Clairsville, OH, Tammy Koehnlein and husband Billy of Richmond and Randy Ratliff of Pittsburgh, PA; by three great grandsons, Derek and Nathan Witsberger and Brock Koehnlein; by a brother, Delbert “Dale” Ratliff and wife Ruth of Canton, a sister Katie Finnicum and husband Earl of Carrollton and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Tuesday, January 8, 2008 at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Funeral services for Charles will be at the funeral home Wednesday at 11 AM with Pastor Walt Coppersmith officiating. Burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery with full military honors by Amsterdam VFW. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

AMANDA LEE “Mandy” MORAN, 31, of East Springfield, OH, passed away Monday, December 31, 2007 in Kindred Hospital, Oakdale, PA following a lengthy illness. She was a cook at the old T-Bones Restaurant in East Springfield then at The Dove Restaurant in Bloomingdale and a Presbyterian by faith. She was a collector of Beanie Babies, and an avid NASCAR fan and Dallas Cowboy fan.

Mandy was born in Steubenville, OH, May 5, 1976. She is preceded in death by her father, Wendell “Kip” Moran who died in 1997. She is survived by her mother, Mary A. (Grissler) Moran and a sister, Dorothy “Dot” Moran, both of East Springfield.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Friday from 2-4 PM and from 6 PM until time of services at 7 PM with the Reverend officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

JAMES RANDALSON, 90, of Bergholz, OH, passed away Sunday, December 30, 2007 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. He retired from Ray C. Call as a fabricator in 1979 and before that was a coal miner for many years. He was a parish member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Amsterdam.

He enlisted in the US Navy in 1943 and got onboard a new LSM Ship shipping out to the South Pacific to Pearl Harbor, Guam and Eniwetok and was in the battles of Okinawa and Saipan. He was the first enlisted man aboard his ship that left San Diego and the skipper awarded the ship’s flag to him which went through all the engagements with them in the South Pacific. He had served as a Bergholz Policeman, and loved to ride his motorcycle, work on his Volkswagens and play the organ. Jim’s greatest pleasure was to be surrounded by family.

Jim was born in St. Louis, Missouri, June 15, 1917, a son of the late Sam and Carmella (Ambroso) Randalson. He is also preceded in death by his wife, Angeline S. (Arlotto) Randalson who died April 28, 1987, by an infant son, Antonio James Randalson, by two brothers, Angelo and most recently, Jacob who died in March of 2007 and by two sisters, Daisy and Rose. He is survived by his daughter, Jennie and her husband, Dennis Hackathorn of Amsterdam, his three grandchildren, Ty (Julie) Hackathorn and their children, Corrine and Troy, Chad (Sharon) Hackathorn and their children, Lee and Haden and Desiraa (Ron) Cramblett and their children, Trevor and Taylor; and by two sisters, Frances and Mary, both of St. Louis.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Wednesday, January 2, 2008 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Thursday with the Reverend Father John McCoy. Burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery where the Carrollton VFW will conduct full military honors. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

MICHAEL R. SLEE, 71, of Wintersville, OH, passed away Thursday, December 20, 2007 in the Weirton Medical Center, Weirton, WV. He was retired from the Weirton Steel Corporation after many years in the Tin Mill and Quality Control. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge and a veteran of the US Air Force.

He was born September 28, 1936 in Steubenville, OH. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Willard E. Slee and Elizabeth Mary (Scanlon) Slee Chapin and his wife, May V. (Everhart) Slee who died October 13, 2003.

Mike was a loving, caring father and grandfather to 2 daughters, Micheale (Lee) Russell and Stephanie (Robert) Ferroni, all of Wintersville, a grandson Jason M. Monigold of Columbus, OH, and a sister, Sally Brandt of Alphanette, GA.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Saturday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 2 PM Sunday. Interment will be private. Condolences may be sent online atowww.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

Raymond O. Palmer, 82, of Georgetown, SC formerly of Carrollton and Bergholz, OH passed away Friday December 14, 2007 at his home. He was employed by Carrollton Manufacturing Co. as a supervisor and was a former Moose member and a Bergholz Volunteer Fireman. Raymond was Protestant by faith.

Raymond was born February 12, 1925 in Bergholz, Ohio a son of the late Ralph and Rosa Ray Palmer. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Louise (Shultz) Palmer, a grandson Jason Scott Palmer, a brother Edwin Palmer, two sisters Edna Powelson and Hazel Palmer.

He is survived by three sons; Scott Palmer of Georgetown, SC, Gary Palmer of Tampa, FL, and Tom Palmer of Blackstone, MA, one sister; Elsie McCauley of Mechanicstown, OH and five grandchildren.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Wednesday December 19, 2007 from 11 AM to 1PM where services will follow at 1PM with the Reverend Alan Jefferies Officiating. Burial will be in Bergholz Cemetery. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Helen Twaddle, 90 of Bowling Green, OH formerly of Richmond, OH passed away Wednesday December, 12, 2007 at the Blakely Care Center of Bowling Green. Helen was a member of Richmond United Methodist Church and loved her church and all activities there including, United Methodist Woman’s Assoc., Church Quilters, teacher of the first and second grade Sunday School classes, and many other organizations for the church. She enjoyed baking pumpkin rolls and giving them to friends for their kindness and did oil paintings for a short time. Helen was employed by Old Fort Steuben Hardware for two years and then J.C.Penney’s as an office supervisor for twenty years and also was Richmond Lioness treasurer for many years.

Helen was born March 21, 1917 in Richmond, Ohio, a daughter of the late Clarence and Agnes Umensetter Hendricks. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Eugene Twaddle, a daughter Bonnie Carter and an infant son, a sister Doris Vermillon and a brother, Warren “Bud” Hendricks.

Helen is survived by a son Robert Ray (Sue) Twaddle of Hopedale, OH. Three sisters, Thelma Camarota of Egg Harbor, NJ, Edith (Leroy) Murray of Toronto, OH, and Grace (Paul) Johnston of Pineville, LA. Six grandchildren Diana (Terry Kowalski)Hacker, Kimberly (Clint) VanDine, Robert (Cindy) Twaddle, David and James Twaddle, and Tarra Allen. Eight great grandchildren, Lindsey and Chelsea Scholl, Ashley and Cheyenne Twaddle, Justin Twaddle, Brandon Twaddle, Allison and Madison VanDine.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond on Friday from 5-7 PM. Services will be Saturday 11AM at the funeral home with Pastor Carol Smith officiating. Burial will follow in East Springfield Cemetery. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

JOHN WILLIAM GERSNA, 60, of Syracuse, NY, formerly of Bergholz, passed away Tuesday, December 4, 2007 in the Syracuse VA Hospital. He was a grounds keeper at Town Isle Golf Course, Kirkville, NY and was a Vietnam era veteran of the US Air Force. He attended the old Bergholz School until moving to Pottery Addition where he then attended Steubenville Big Red after which he lived in Syracuse, NY.

He was born in Bergholz, OH, November 22, 1947. He is preceded in death by his mother, Dona Rowe Champion who died April, 2007. He is survived by his father, John Gersna of Bergholz, by his step-father, Del Champion of Irondale, two sons, John D. Gersna and John W. Gersna, Jr., his companion, Patricia Miller, two daughters, Christine (Mark) Saylor and Hilary E. Cluley Gersna, all of the Syracuse, NY area, by a brother, Scott (Glenda) Champion, Hammondsville, OH, a sister, Cathy (Bob) Rawson, Toronto, and 3 grandchildren.

Services for John will be held at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz, 2PM Saturday, December 15, 2007 with Pastor Rob Rowe officiating. Interment will be in the Bergholz Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

DONNA M. SMITH, 73, of Minerva, formerly of Amsterdam and Bergholz, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2007 in the Great Trails Care Center, Minerva following a brief illness.
She was born in Bergholz, OH, August 3, 1934, a daughter of the late Arthur and Zelma Reese Borden. She is also preceded in death by her grandmother, Rose Reese who raised her, and a brother, John Borden.
Donna had been employed by the old Scio Pottery and then for the Amsterdam Moose Lodge from which she retired. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Amsterdam and the CWC.
She is survived by her husband, James J. Smith whom she married May 30, 1953; by 3 sons, James W. (Diana) Smith and Ed J. (Angela) Smith, both of Amsterdam, and Greg (Diane) Smith of Minerva, OH, one daughter, Rosann (Michael) Repella of Canton, Georgia, 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM with Vigil Services at 8:45 PM Sunday.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Reverend Fr. John McCoy at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Amsterdam Monday at 10 AM.
Entombment will follow in Ft. Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville.
Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

Robert D. MAPLE, SR, 79, of Carrollton, formerly of Bergholz, died in Carrollton, OH Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at the Golden Age Retreat. He was a self-employed salesman and WWII Army veteran.

He was born in Bergholz, OH, December 16, 1927, a son of the late James and Mary Sevenski Maple. He is also preceded in death by 2 brothers, Alvie and James Maple and a sister, Jean SanFlipio. He is survived by 5 sons, Robert (Donna) Maple, Jr. of Carrollton, Val Maple of Wellsville, James (Clare) Maple of East Springfield, Rich (Sharon) Maple of Bysville and Ben Maple of Bergholz; by 3 daughters, Sue (Danny) Katerba, Barb (Tim) Freeman and Ennie Workman, all of Bergholz; by a brother, Tim Maple of Marietta, 2 sisters, Arnetta Beckley of Carrollton and Martha Zak of Canton; by 26 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

Private internment is being handled by the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz. www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

ARTHUR B. BROWN, 81, of Bloomingdale, OH, passed away in his home Sunday, November 25, 2007 of natural causes. He attended the Bell Chapel United Methodist Church and was a member of the Smithfield Lodge F & AM #182, the Scottish Rite, Steubenville and an honorary member of Unionport Lodge F & AM # 333.

He was born July 21, 1926 in Rush Run, Ohio, a son of the late Clarence and May Fithen Brown. He retired in 1989 from the carpenter shop at Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel and was a WWII veteran of the US Navy.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Newburn Brown, two sons, Robert Brown and wife Shelia of Plymouth, MA and Dr. David R. Brown of Richmond, a daughter, Diane Irvine and husband Shelly of Wintersvillle, grandchildren Colleen and Connor Brown, Brittany Porter, Erica and Alexa Irvine; 5 brothers, Clarence (Mary Ellen) Brown, Tiltonsville, OH, Russell (Sarah Louise) Brown, William (Joan) Brown, Joseph Brown and Daniel Brown, all of Rayland, OH, a sister, Martha (James) Seabright, Bethany, WV, and two sisters-in-law, Shirley Brown of Rayland and Judy Brown of Brilliant. He is preceded in death by three brothers, Charles, Carl “Baldy” and Clifford “Lem”Brown, a sister Mary Ann Brown and a daughter-in-law, Cheryl Porter Brown.

Services for Art will be at the convenience of the family and burial will be in Holly Memorial Gardens in Colrain, OH. Memorial contributions may be sent to Bell Chapel Methodist Church or to Four Seasons Ministries at the same address which is 3419 St. Rt. 213, Steubenville, OH 43952. Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond is handling the arrangements and condolences may be sent online at www.evehart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

NANCY STANLEY LEITER, 56, of Youngstown, OH, a former East Springfield, OH resident, passed away Sunday, November 25, 2007 in St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Youngstown.

She was born December 11, 1950, in Steubenville, Ohio, a daughter of Evelyn Ford Stanley of East Springfield and the late P. Arthur Stanley. She earned her B.S. at Malone College and her Master’s in Reading from West Virginia University.

She married Gary Lee Leiter July 30, 1983, and was a school teacher in the Carrollton School District where she had been a member of Delta Kappa Gamma. She was a member of the Canfield Presbyterian Church and a former member of the United Methodist Church of the Cross, East Springfield.

In addition to her mother and husband, she is survived by two children, Keith T. Leiter, of Youngstown and who is a student at University of Cincinnatti and Megan A. Leiter, of Youngstown and who is a student at Wright State University in Dayton; two sisters, Ruth Farmer and husband Enoch and Karen Goddard and husband Fred, both of East Springfield and by 3 nephews, Andy Farmer and wife Deida, Doug Farmer, and Cory Goddard and a niece Kristin Goddard.

Funeral services for Nancy will be at 2 PM Thursday at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond with the Reverend Leonora Peters officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Union Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home 2 hours prior to services from 12 noon till 2 PM.

Memorial contributions may be made in Nancy’s memory to the Scholarship Fund at the East Springfield Church of the Cross. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralservices.com.

Andrew Cook, Sr., 58 of Bergholz, Ohio passed away at his home Monday, November 12, 2007 after a lengthy illness. He was an employee of Springfield Township and was Catholic by faith.

Andrew was born April 3, 1949 in Martin Ferry, Ohio, a son of Gene Cook of Columbus and the late Katherine Duill Cook. He is survived by his loving wife Pattie Hutchison Cook, whom he married on October 24, 1969. Two sons, Andrew (Tammie) Cook, Jr. and Adam Cook both of Bergholz. One daughter, Amy Cook of Toronto, OH. Five brothers, Gene (Betty) Cook of Salem, OH; Steve and John Cook of Kentucky; John David (Katrinka) Valuska of Toronto, OH and Paul (Sharon) Valuska of Steubenville, OH. Five sisters, Cass (Jim) Hutchison of Bergholz; Theresa ( Dwight) Day of Georgetown, OH; Ethel (Dale) Vaughn of Maysville, KY; Helen (Don) Marker of Steubenville, OH; Mary (Jim) Barringer of Carrollton, OH. Grandchildren, Ryan Cook, Max and Zoe Zuelsdorf, Avery Cook, Landon Marshall, and Lincoln Peacock.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Services 1 PM Thursday at the funeral home with the Reverend Delcie Stewart and Gene Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Bergholz cemetery. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

Juanita Ruth Arbogast, 78, of East Springfield, OH went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 12, 2007 after a lengthy illness. She was born January 31, 1929 in Elkins, WV. She was preceded in death by her husband John L. Arbogast in 1988. She had been residing at the home of her only son Roy Arbogast in East Springfield, Ohio for the last few years. Her previous home was Adolph, WV, where she faithfully attended several churches in the area.
She is the last of six children of Grover and Mellie Hammond of Adolph, WV. Preceding her in death her mother and father; brothers, Dale, Paul, and Roy and two sisters Pauline Taylor and Dorothy Fincham and an infant son. Surviving are her son Roy and daughter-in-law Eileen; three grandchildren Roy (Angela) Arbogast, Jr., Gennie Arbogast, and Sheila (Joel) Money and six great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at Millcreek Memorial Mission Church in Millcreek, WV on Friday from 10AM until time of services at Noon with Pastor Randy Long officiating. She will be laid to rest at Little Arlington Cemetery in Elkins, WV beside her beloved husband. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home of Richmond, OH. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com

KATHLEEN H. (Beadnell Edwards) ROBERTSON, 82, of Bergholz, OH, wife of Earl, passed away Friday, November 02, 2007 in Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. She was a member of the Bergholz United Methodist Church.
She was born August 30, 1925 in Amsterdam, a daughter of the late Joseph and Beona Morrow Beadnell. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband, Clarence “Sears” Edwards who died in 1960, and by a daughter, Beverly Elliott who died in 1996, by 6 brothers, Forest, Joseph, Wilmer, Mordie, Robert and Edward and one sister, Ruth Dunkle.
Surviving are her husband, Earl W. Robertson, a son, Clarence J. “Sears” Edwards, 2 daughters, Norma J. Boughton and husband, B.J. of Humboldt, TN and Kathleen J. DiMario of Cambridge, OH, a brother, David Beadnell and wife Connie of Salineville, 3 sisters, Nancy Trace and husband, Harry of No. Canton, Mary Cahill of Front Royal, VA and Jane Wilkin, of Malvern, by 17 grandchildren 41 great-grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren.
Visitation will be 2-4 and 7-9 PM Sunday at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Monday with the Reverend Mark Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

ELIZABETH R. “Betty” JONES, 83, of Steubenville, formerly of Amsterdam, OH, passed away Friday, October 26, 2007 in Country Club Manor, Steubenville following a lengthy illness. She was a homemaker and been an active bowler with the bowling league at Garson’s Lanes in Amsterdam, had been a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Amsterdam VFW Post #232 and was a Presbyterian.

She was born March 14, 1924 in Amsterdam, OH, a daughter of the late William and Mary Fergus Rankine. She is preceded in death by her husband, Billy E. Jones who died in 1994, by 4 sisters, Jeanette, Kathryne Amick, May Star and Jean Johnston. She is survived by a son, James B. Jones and wife June of Cle Elum, Washington; by grandchildren, Jamie (Halley) Brawer, Papillion, Nebraska and Jason Jones, Kirkland, WA and 2 great-grandsons, Kaden Brawer and Cory Jones and a sister-in-law, Mildred Case of Steubenville.

Funeral services will be 2 PM Monday at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond. Friends will be received one hour prior to services from 1 PM until 2 PM. Burial will follow in Ft. Steuben Burial Estates, Wintersville. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

PAISLEY JANE LAMP, 11 day old daughter of Brittany Wilson and Jimmy Lamp, Mingo Jct, passed away Friday, October 26, 2007 in the West Virginia University Children’s Hospital, Morgantown from complications of Spina Bifida. She is preceded in death by a brother, Elijah Thomas Lamp and a great grandfather, Norman Lamp.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by paternal grandmother, Sheila Lamp and great grandmother, Joan Lamp, both of Mingo Jct., maternal grandparents Keith and Ilore Wilson, and great grandparents, Max and Kathleen Owens, all of Wintersville and Charles and Hester Wilson of Steubenville and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends will be received Monday from 10 AM until 12 PM at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond. Funeral services for Paisley will be held following visitation at 12 PM Monday at the funeral home with the Reverend Doug George officiating. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery, Steubenville. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

DONOVAN C. HOUGH, 82, of Richmond, passed away early Friday, October 19, 2007 in the Valley Hospice Pallative Unit, Steubenville. He retired in 1980 from Weirton Steel Co. as a crane operator. He was a US Marine seeing action in the South Pacific Theatre during WWII and remains a member of the Richmond VFW Post #740. He is a well known antique expert and wood worker who recovered and restored all types of antiques.


Donnie was born in Mt. Pleasant, OH, October 2, 1925, a son of the late Ross and Gladys (Sterling) Hough. He is also preceded in death by a sister, June Moran and one grandson. He was married October 14, 1948 to Evelyn “Lynn” (Harris) who survives. He is also survived by two daughters, Carla (James) Benton, Steubenville and Donna Hedges, Columbus, OH; by 3 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held at 11 AM Monday with Pastor Roger Wayne officiating. Burial will follow in the Richmond Union Cemetery. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhartbovefuneralhomes.com.

MARY JANE WILEY, 78, of Bergholz, OH, passed away Saturday, October 13, 2007 at the Sienna Woods Nursing Home, Wintersville. She was a homemaker and member of the Chestnut Ridge United Methodist Church. She was a 4-H Advisor for many years. She was born March 11, 1929 in Mooretown near Bergholz, OH, a daughter of the late Joseph and Nellie (Griffith) Carrick. She is also preceded in death by a brother, John Carrick. Nearly 60 years ago she married Fred P. Wiley on November 27, 1947, who survives.
They are the parents of 7 children: Josephine K. (Tom) Cooper, Noreen (Jim) Stepic and Sandra (Terry) MacEwen, all of Cleveland, OH; Brenda (Richard) Eckenrode, Bergholz, Frederick P. (Margaret) Wiley, Jr., Salineville, John (Karen) Wiley and Alan (Lisa) Wiley, both of Bergholz. There are 24 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren surviving as well as two sisters, Alvera Donaldson of Canton and Josephine (Walter) Furbee of Bergholz.
Friends will be received Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz. Funeral services for Mary Jane will be 11 AM Wednesday at the Chestnut Ridge Methodist Church, Chestnut Ridge Rd., Bergholz with the Reverend Mark Thomas officiating. Burial will follow in the Bergholz Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Valley Hospice, % 10686 St. Rt. 150, Rayland, OH 43943. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

PATRICIA (Cline) KELLERMIER, 81, of Steubenville, OH passed away Saturday, October 13, 2007 at the Carriage Inn of Cadiz while under the care of the Valley Hospice.
“Patty” was born in Steubenville, OH, May 9, 1926, the daughter of the late Clayton and Mildred (Miller) Cline. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, the Reverend Harold (Buster) Kellermier who died August 28, 1996 and by four brothers: Ralph, Richard, Robert and Dale Cline as well as an infant sister.
Patty spent 26 years as the manager of the City Rescue Mission in Steubenville where she gave of herself helping thousands with the basic needs of life. Patty was very active in the Methodist Youth Fellowship at the old Center Chapel Methodist Church. She was also active in the Youth for Christ in Steubenville, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, and PTA while her children were in school. As a young woman, Patty enjoyed horseback riding, fast pitch softball and other athletic sports. Later her hobbies were crocheting, fishing, boating, camping, gardening and her grandchildren. She was a wonderful grandmother.
She is survived by a step-daughter, Eudora (James) Elliott, Toronto, a daughter, Elaine Elliott of Steubenville and a son, Harry (Tracy) Kellermier, Sr. of Toronto, three grandchildren Harry T. Kellermier, Jr., MD and wife Alyssia of Pittsburgh, Gretchen (Kellermier) Williamson, MD and husband Jabin of Hershey, PA and Cyrus Kellermier at home, a senior at Edison High School.
Patty is also survived by four brothers, Doyle (Peggy) Cline, Charles (Jean) Cline and Edward (Tracy) Cline, all of Toronto and Victor (Wanda) Cline of Steubenville and a sister, Paula Wayt of Mingo Jct.
Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 110 West Main St., Richmond, Monday, Oct. 15, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where funeral services will be held Tuesday at 11 AM with the Reverends Jeff Proya and Jason Elliott officiating. Burial will follow in the Center Chapel Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the City Rescue Mission, POBox 1242, Steubenville, OH 43952. Condolences may be sent online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.

William David “Bill” Weaver, 31 of Bergholz, Ohio died Friday, October 5, 2007 as a result of injuries sustained in a logging accident. Bill was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved racing his four- wheeler. He was employed by James Beadnell as a logger.

Bill was born May 15, 1976 in Steubenville, Ohio a son of Bonnie Johnson Weaver of Bergholz and the late Larry Weaver. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his infant daughter Shaylee Dawn Weaver, paternal grandmother Gertrude Weaver, and maternal grandparents John and Elsie Johnson.

Bill is survived by his loving wife Melinda Champion Weaver. Two daughters, Terri Lynn and Mackenzie Fawn Weaver. Half sister Sara Johnson and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Friends may call at the Everhart-Bove Funeral Home, 285 Second St., Bergholz on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8. Services will follow at 8 PM with Reverend Mark Thomas officiating. Burial will take place at the convenience of the family. View obituary and send condolences online at www.everhart-bovefuneralhomes.com.