Michael Shutak of Toronto, OH, passed away at the Wyngate Senior Living Community in Weirton, WV, on January 19, 2021.  He was 82.    Mike was born September 17, 1938, in Stratton, OH, and was preceded in death by his parents, William and Suzanna (Pillar) Shutyak, brother William Shutyak and half-siblings Irene (George) Guy, Mary (Michael) Kurty, John (Emma) Shutyak, Ann (Frank) Krajovic and John Homishan.  His wife, Marilyn, also preceded him in death on...

David Norman Kacel, Sr., age 66, of Dillonvale, OH, passed away Saturday Jan. 16, 2021 in Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville, OH.   Dave was Born May 27, 1954 in Steubenville, son of the late Albert and Helen (Yoblinski) Kacel.   He was once a US Mail truck driver, then he went to work for Cabela’s in their warehouse.    In addition to his parents, Dave was preceded in death by his wife, Linda and his adopted parents, Albert and Helen Kacel, who...

George C. Donahue, Jr., 54, of Toronto, OH, passed away Sunday Jan. 10, 2021 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.   George was born Nov. 18, 1966 in Canton, OH, son of George C. Donahue Sr., of TN, and Kathleen (Barber) Barnhart of Toronto.   He was employed by the Jefferson Metro Housing Maintenance Dept. until his illness. He was formerly employed by the Indian Creek School District. George was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler’s fan.   Surviving, in...

Eleanor Marie Derosky, 88, of Toronto, OH, passed away Saturday Jan. 9, 2021 at her home.   Eleanor was born Feb. 7, 1932 in Mingo Jct., OH, daughter of the late George and Mary (Chulock) Raha.   She previously worked at the Steubenville Herald Star in the Advertising Dept.   Eleanor was a member of St. Joseph Byzantine Catholic Church in Toronto. She was a 1950 graduate of Steubenville Catholic Central High School. She loved to play cards, go bowling, and sew in her...

Catherine M. ‘Katie’ Tizziani, 86, of Toronto, OH, passed away Friday January 8, 2021 at the Laurels of Steubenville.   Katie was born March 23, 1934 in Apollo, PA, daughter of the late Antonio Gabriel and Sophie (Budzelik) Gabriel Carr.   Katie was a homemaker, who in the past tended bar at Margaret’s Café and the Toronto American Legion. She also was a caregiver to many residents of Toronto, who all loved her dearly.   She was a member of St....

Paul Edwin Parker of Toronto, OH, entered into eternal rest on January 7, 2021 at University Hospital in Cleveland, OH, from complications of COVID-19.   He was a son of the late, Donald and Margaret Green Parker born on August 9, 1936.   Paul was a gifted 3 sport athlete, graduating in 1954 from Jefferson Union High School. He continued his athletic career at Presbyterian College in Clinton, South Carolina coached by Bo Schembechler as well as at Ohio University.   He...

  Carol M. (Lowe) Bartels, 86, of Kent, OH, formerly of Toronto, OH, passed away Thursday Jan. 7, 2021 at the Altercare of Hartville, OH.   Carol was born April 30, 1934, in Rutledge, MO, daughter of the late Arthur and Freda (McPherson) Lowe.   She was a teacher, in the Edison Local School District, until her retirement. Carol was a member of the N.E.A., O.E.A. and the Jefferson Co. Retired Teachers.   In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her...

  Richard Bruce Wyman, Sr., 88, of Wyngate Senior Living Community, formerly of Steubenville, OH, died Tuesday January 5, 2021 at Weirton Medical Center.   He was born June 1, 1932 in Wheeling, WV, a son of the late David and Emma (Ricker) Wyman. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly J. Wyman on Dec. 2, 2019, brother David Wyman, sister Marjorie Dollard and daughter-in-law Brenda Wyman.   Richard was a very proud graduate of Linsly Military Institute Class of 1950...

Todd Linsley Smith, 58, of McIntryre, OH, was carried in the loving arms of his Savior to meet the next chapter of his life, Sunday January 3, 2021. He died of COVD-19 complications in the Weirton Medical CCU. He was a resident of Gables Care Center in Hopedale, OH.   Todd was born January 23, 1962 in Steubenville, OH, to Louis Findley and the late Ruth (Cooper) Smith. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother Jonathan, sister Faith, paternal grandparents,...

Thomas L. Piatt, Jr., 70, of Stratton, OH, passed away Friday Jan. 1, 2021 in Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville, OH.   Tom was born March 27, 1950 in Empire, OH, son of the late Thomas L., Sr. and Jacqueline (Byers) Piatt.   Tom was a retired maintenance worker. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steeler fan, and he loved all his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.   In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Andrea Joyell Piatt...