Christine Marie ‘Tina’ (Pavia) Lamantia, 99, formerly of Toronto, OH, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2020 in Marysville, OH. Tina resided in Marysville for the last year to spend more time with her family.     Tina was born Oct. 23, 1920 in Empire, OH, daughter of the late Nicholas Pavia and Assunta (Barbara) Pavia Sestito. She married Francis ‘Frenchie’ Lamantia on July 31, 1944, who preceded her in death.   She was a member of St. Francis Roman...

Neva J. Coil, 88, of Toronto, OH, ascended into Heaven Sunday, March 29, 2020.   Neva was born July 25, 1931 in Clinton, OK, daughter of the late Emmett and Mae (Johnson) Davis.   She was a member of the Lighthouse Church in Richmond, OH. Neva also helped start the Steubenville and Toronto AGLOW Chapters; where she served as past-president in Toronto, as well as serving on the state board.   In addition to her parents, Neva was preceded in death by her husband, Lester...

Mary Catherine (Mary Kay) Doran passed away, peacefully, on Saturday March 28, 2020 in Steubenville, OH in the Valley Hospice Care Center North. She was 83.   Mary Kay was born in Toronto, OH on July 24, 1936, daughter of the late Hugh J. and Mary (Murray) Doran. She attended St. Francis grade school in Toronto and graduated in 1954 from Catholic Central High School in Steubenville.   She enjoyed a full career as an administrative assistant for many organizations including the...

Barbara Jane Handzus, 80, of Toronto, OH passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 in the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. Heaven surely received another angel.   Barbara was born March 26, 1940 in Johnstown, PA, daughter of the late Joseph and Anna (Quick) Rubis.   Barbara was the best wife, mother and grandmother anyone could ever ask for. She was known for being kind and thinking and praying for others. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and their CWC in...

Nickolas G. Strovilas (Big Papa, Big Nick, Nick the Prick) 84, of Toronto, OH, passed away Thursday, March 26, 2020, after suffering a brief illness (no, it wasn’t the corona virus).   September 30, 1935, a legend was born. He was a 1953 graduate of Toronto High School and a lifelong resident. Continuing his education, he graduated from the Ohio State University (with honors, because he was so smart) in 1959 with a degree in Pharmacy.   Nick was the proud owner/operator...

Maryann P. Ohalek, 89, of Toronto, OH, passed away Tuesday March 24, 2020 at her home.   She was born May 8, 1930 in Steubenville, OH, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Kosikowski) Jablonski.   Maryann was a homemaker, a member of St. Francis Roman Catholic Church, the C.W.C of the church, and a member of Sunrise Senior Citizens Club.   In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Stanley J. Ohalek, Jr., who passed away Dec. 28, 2017; two...

  Eric W. Emery, 50, of Toronto, OH, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020 at his home.   Eric was born Jan. 10, 1970 in Steubenville, OH, son of late Nancy Harkness Emery and Garrett Emery who survives.   He was a Veteran of the US Army having served his country in the Gulf War. Eric worked for Calabrese Homes in Toronto. He was the mayor of Frogs Place in Toronto, former member of the Boys Scouts and he enjoyed all his friends.   In addition to his father Garrett,...

John R. Watts, 69, of Toronto, OH, passed away Sunday, March 22, 2020 at UPMC Shadyside Hospital after a brief battle with cancer.   John was born Oct. 15, 1950 in Steubenville, OH, son of the late John and Beverly (Bainbridge) Watts. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Cheryl Watts, and his father-in-law, Michael A. Bodnar.   He was a proud 1969 graduate of Steubenville ‘Big Red’. After graduating, he proudly served his country, for eight years, in the...

  Tyra Kaye Greene, 77, of Smithfield, OH, passed away Friday, March 20, 2020 in the Weirton Med. Center in Weirton, WV.   Tyra was born Aug. 12, 1942 in Martins Ferry, OH, daughter of the late Frank and Catherine (Bennett) Core.   She graduated from Smithfield High School in 1960. Tyra worked as a telephone operator for General Telephone, an apple sorter for Welday’s Orchard in Smithfield and she was a caretaker for the Stanton Homes also in...

Retired Lt. Col. William ‘Colonel’ Dixon, 89, of Smithfield, OH, passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020 in the Country Club Manor in Steubenville, OH.   Bill was born June 11, 1930 in Camilla, GA, son of the late Ellis and Lottie (Johnson) Dixon.   He retired from the US Army with 21 years of service, serving in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He spent almost 7 years overseas and his decorations include: Army and Navy Commendation Medals, Korean and Vietnam Service...