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Dawn Marie Maguire

Dawn Marie Maguire

Jan 28, 2021

Dawn Marie Maguire, 49, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Thursday January 28, 2021 at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, surrounded by her family.

She was born August 9, 1971 in Bethesda, MD, a daughter of the late Brian J. Maguire and Karen (Skedel) Maguire of Mingo Junction, OH.

Dawn was a STNA for...

Ruth Anne Malesick Graninger

Ruth Anne Malesick Graninger

Jan 26, 2021

Ruth Anne Malesick Graninger, 82, a life long resident of the Washington DC area, died peacefully in her sleep in her Maryland Eastern Shore home on January 26, 2021.

She was a retired employee of the Prince George's County Schools, and Government, and a member of  St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church in Berlin, MD.

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Dale G. Dollison

Dale G. Dollison

Jan 26, 2021

Dale G. "Mr. D." Dollison, 72, of Brilliant, OH, passed away of Covid-19 on Tuesday January 26, 2021 at Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville, OH.

He was born November 26, 1948 in Akron, OH a son of the late Donald G. Dollison, Sr. and Ilda J. (Blair) Browning. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Louis N. "Geno" Deleonardis

Louis N. "Geno" Deleonardis

Jan 21, 2021

Louis N. "Geno" DeLeonardis, 95, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Thursday January 21, 2021 at the Country Club Manor in Steubenville, OH.

He was born February 22, 1925 in Steubenville, OH a son of the late Attilio and Christine (Appignani) DeLeonardis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Johanna R. ...

Kathryn "Joann" Larue

Kathryn "Joann" Larue

Jan 9, 2021

Kathryn "Joann" LaRue, 89, of Brilliant, OH, passed away Saturday January 9, 2021 at Weirton Geriatric Center in Weirton, WV.

She was born October 17, 1931 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Joseph and Elsie (VanDyke) Ross. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, George "Bill" LaRue, Sr. on...

Albert F. "Big Al" Brandon

Albert F. "Big Al" Brandon

Jan 8, 2021

Albert F. "Big Al" Brandon, 86, of New Alexandria, OH, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at 8:50 a.m. on Friday January 8, 2021 at the Valley Hospice Care Center North in Steubenville, OH.

He was born on January 7, 1935 in Bellaire, OH to the late Floyd Brandon of Newton Falls,...

Freeda M. Enochs

Freeda M. Enochs

Jan 7, 2021

Freeda M. Enochs, 81, of Rayland (Salt Run), OH, passed away Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Wheeling Hospital.

She was born April 1, 1939 in Bloomingdale, OH, a daughter of the late Harry S. and Clara G. (Beckley) Randolph. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred E. Enochs; a son,...

Lois J. "Jeane" Smith

Lois J. "Jeane" Smith

Jan 6, 2021

Lois J. "Jeane" Smith, 87, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away peacefully Wednesday January 6, 2021 at the home of her daughter Bonnie.

She was born January 10, 1933 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Jack and Jesse (Lodge) Rouse. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Clyde L....

Benjamin R. Thompson, Sr.

Benjamin R. Thompson, Sr.

Dec 31, 2020

Benjamin R. Thompson, Sr., 60, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Thursday December 31, 2020 in the emergency room at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville, OH.

He was born July 2, 1960 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late James H. Thompson and Betty (Evans) Thompson of Mingo Junction, OH.

Ben was a heavy...

Clarence R. "Jim" Downard

Clarence R. "Jim" Downard

Dec 30, 2020

Clarence R. "Jim" Downard, 84, of Steubenville, OH, passed away peacefully, Wednesday December 30, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born July 12, 1936 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late John R. and Laura M. (Allmon) Downard. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Hazel...

Anita L. Delgallo

Anita L. Delgallo

Dec 29, 2020

Anita Louise DelGallo, 80, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Tuesday December 29, 2020 at Trinity Medical West in Steubenville, OH.

She was born February 15, 1940 in Mingo Junction, OH, a daughter of the late Domenico A. and Virginia (Giovannucci) DiLoreto. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, E. Victor...

Joann R Slatniske

Joann R Slatniske

Dec 26, 2020

Joann R. Slatniske, 91, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Saturday December 26, 2020 at the Laurels of Steubenville.

She was born October 3, 1929 in Martins Ferry, OH, a daughter of the late Edward and Hazel (Long) Hood. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Slatniske, Sr. on...

Lillian C. Parmenter

Lillian C. Parmenter

Dec 26, 2020

Lillian C. "Lil" Parmenter, 88, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Saturday December 26, 2020 at the Carriage Inn of Steubenville.

She was born March 12, 1932 in Steubenville, OH, a daughter of the late Frank and Jessie (Orsini) Cilli. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert M. "Bob" Parmenter...

Raymond L. Recinella, Sr.

Raymond L. Recinella, Sr.

Dec 25, 2020

Raymond L. Recinella, Sr., 87, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Friday December 25, 2020, at Trinity Medical Center in Steubenville, OH.

He was born August 12, 1933 in Mingo Junction, OH, a son of Alfonso and Mary (DiBacco) Recinella, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sons, Billy Rouse, Richie...

Scott E. Darrah

Scott E. Darrah

Dec 25, 2020

Scott E. "Red Dog" Darrah, 47, of Brilliant, OH, passed away on Friday December 25, 2020 at home.

He was born August 14, 1973 in Martins Ferry, OH, a son of David Darrah of Proctor, WV and Patricia (Taylor) Herron of Brilliant, OH.

Scott worked out of Laborers Local 809 where he was a pipeline...

Raymond L. Recinella, Jr.

Raymond L. Recinella, Jr.

Dec 21, 2020

Raymond L. Recinella, Jr., 57, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away unexpectedly Monday December 21, 2020, at the Country Club Manor in Steubenville, OH.

He was born August 26, 1963 in Steubenville, OH, a son of Raymond and Eleanor (Ross) Recinella, Sr. of Mingo Junction, OH. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Billy Rouse and...

Samuel P. Ciafardone, Sr.

Samuel P. Ciafardone, Sr.

Dec 21, 2020

Samuel P. "Sam" "Sammy Alberts" Ciafardone, Sr., 88, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Monday December 21, 2020 at Brightwood Nursing Home in Follansbee, WV.

He was born June 17, 1932 in Mingo Junction, OH, a son of the late John "Springy" and Sue (Marcinko) Ciafardone. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Lawrence E. Wilson

Lawrence E. Wilson

Dec 18, 2020

Lawrence E. "Larry" Wilson, 73, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Friday December 18, 2020 at the Valley Hospice Care Center North in Steubenville, OH.

He was born November 28, 1947 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late Harry and Evelyn Mae (Hanlin) Wilson, Sr.. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Annie Pietro

Annie Pietro

Dec 15, 2020

Annie Pietro, 100, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Tuesday December 15, 2020 at Gables Care Center in Hopedale, OH.

She was born September 26, 1920 in Dennison, OH, a daughter of the late Pio and Maria (Magistro) Tarquinio. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tony Pietro; a brother, Anthony...

John "Kevin" Kocher

John "Kevin" Kocher

Dec 10, 2020

John "Kevin" Kocher, 63, of Steubenville, OH, passed away Thursday December 10, 2020 peacefully at home after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

He was born June 22, 1957 in Steubenville, OH, a son of the late Harry H. and Mildred A. (Parks) Kocher. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother,...

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