Obituaries

Sep 28, 2025

Julie Louise McMaster-Temple, 55, passed away unexpectedly on September 28th at Pittsburgh UPMC Presbyterian hospital.

Julie was born on August 15, 1970, to Kenneth McMaster of Hammondsville and the late Iris (Carpenter) McMaster.

Left to cherish and honor her memory in addition to her father, Kenneth, is her daughter, Macy McMaster of Cleveland, her husband,...

Sep 21, 2025

Richard Lee Garlinger, 68, of Steubenville, OH, passed away on Sunday Sept. 21, 2025, in the Alleghany General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.

Richard was born March 11, 1957, in Martins Ferry, OH, son of the late Charles and Gladys (Leatherman) Garlinger.

He worked for 42 years in operations at the Cardinal Plant in Brilliant, OH,...

Sep 20, 2025

Joseph Martin Sokol, 72, of Toronto, OH, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Pulmonary Artery Disease.

Joe was the devoted and loving father of Jeremy Sokol, Justin (Holly) Sokol, Ashley (Chris) Jordan, and Abbey (David) Mader. He was the cherished son of the late Michael and Elizabeth Sokol, and...

Sep 20, 2025

Janet Lynn (Wilson) Clore, 84, a cherished Toronto native, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sept. 20, 2025.

Janet was born Nov. 29, 1940, to the late John F. "Buck" and Janet E. (Jones) Wilson. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert "Bob" Clore, an infant son Robert, and brothers, Gary M. Wilson...

Sep 16, 2025

William "Bill" Donald McHugh Sr., 87, of Hilliard, OH, formerly of Smithfield, peacefully passed away at his daughter's home on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

Born in Martins Ferry, Ohio, to William R. and Catherine Brown McHugh, Bill built a life rooted in faith, family, and service. He graduated from Smithfield High School, earned a degree in Journalism...

Sep 10, 2025

Keith LaFon Brandon, 53, of Katy, TX, formerly of Toronto, OH, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at HCA Kingwood Hospital.

Keith was born December 8, 1971, in Union, WV, son of the late Chester Brandon and Gwen Godfrey, who survives.

Keith was a member of the Cornerstone Church in Toronto. He recently relocated,...

Sep 4, 2025

Jamie Leigh Adams, 62, of Toronto, OH, passed away on Thursday Sept. 4, 2025, in PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Pittsburgh in Oakdale, PA.

Jamie was born on September 3, 1963, in E. Liverpool, OH, daughter of Karen (Johns) Adams Brown and the late George Adams.

Jamie formerly worked as an aide in the home...

Sep 3, 2025

Mary Frances Krulcik, 97 of Smithfield, OH, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on May 12, 1928, in Piney Fork, OH, Mary was a faithful member of St. Therese Catholic Church of Piney Fork and St. Adalbert Catholic Church of Dillonvale throughout her life.

She was preceded in...

Aug 25, 2025

William G. "Bill" Kulstad, 75, of Bloomfield, CO, formerly of Toronto, OH, passed away Monday, August 25, 2025 in Louisville, CO.

Bill was born October 26, 1949, in St. Paul, MN, son of the late William M. and Alberta (Applen) Kulstad. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Judy Turk and Laura Kulstad.

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Aug 25, 2025

Patricia M Stiles, 82, of Toronto, Ohio passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.

Born July 9, 1943, in Johnstown, PA, Patricia was the daughter of the late Michael and Mary Katherine (Grabrousek) Kramer. She was also preceded in death by brothers, Joseph J. Kramer and Michael F. Kramer and daughter-in-law,...

Aug 25, 2025

Jon W. Cooper, a man who painted his life with the vibrant colors of humor, creativity, and love, completed his final masterpiece surrounded by family on August 25, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on Valentine's Day in 1948 in Steubenville, OH, Jon's life was a testament to the power of laughter and the enduring strokes of familial...

Aug 24, 2025

John "Buddy" Green, 84, of Washington, DC, passed away August 24, 2025.

John was born June 12, 1941 in Toronto, OH, son of the late Jack and Kate (Hawkins) Green. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Tim Green and sisters, Terri Chihocky and Jenny Terry.

John attended St. Francis Central School in...

Aug 22, 2025

Janice L. "Jan" Buchanan, 72, of Toronto, OH, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025 in the Gables Care Center in Hopedale, OH.

Jan was born September 16, 1952, in Steubenville, OH, daughter of the late Jacob T. and Madge (Sinnett) Reeves. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Charlotte Gatton and brothers, Jake, Richard, Robert...

Aug 21, 2025

Terrence G. "Terry" Ignace, 74, of Dillonvale, OH, passed away Thursday Aug. 21, 2025, in the Valley Care Center in Steubenville, OH.

Terry was born May 2, 1951, in Martins Ferry, OH, son of the late Stan and Cathy (Benko) Ignace. He was also preceded in death by his daughter Stephanie.

Terry was a long-time...

Aug 19, 2025

Doris Blischak, formerly of Toronto, OH, passed away at the age of 97 on August 19, 2025, at Cherry Blossom Senior Living in Columbus, OH.

A native of New Oxford, PA, Doris received her RN degree from Philadelphia General Hospital and met her future husband in that city.

In 1948, she married Michael Blischak of...

Aug 12, 2025

Joshua A. Bergles, 35, of Delaware, OH, formerly of Toronto, OH, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, OH.

Josh was born July 4, 1990, in Steubenville, OH, son of Joseph A. and Lisa K. (Carnahan) Bergles.

Josh was a 2008 graduate of Edison Local High School. He later enlisted...

Aug 12, 2025

Randy L. Westbrook, Sr., 78, of Empire, OH, passed away Tuesday Aug. 12, 2025, in the Trinity Medical Center West in Steubenville, OH.

Randy was born April 24, 1947, in East Liverpool, OH, son of the late Dewey and Delores (Boughner) Westbrook, Jr. He was also preceded in death by his brother Larry.

Randy retired...

Aug 5, 2025

JoLynn Chadwick Wojtas, 50, of Toronto, OH, died Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her entire family.

JoLynn was born January 17, 1975, in Steubenville, OH, daughter of the late Joseph W. Chadwick and Vicki (Dawson) Chadwick, who survives.

She was a 1993 graduate of Toronto High School. JoLynn went on to...

Aug 2, 2025

Ethel L. Mayo, 84, of Columbus, OH, formerly of Steubenville, OH, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, in the Sage Park Assisted Living and Memory Care in Gahanna, OH.

Ethel was born on October 25, 1940, in Steubenville, daughter of the late Clifford and Elizabeth (Moore) Mayo. She was also preceded in death by three sisters, Hilda...

Aug 1, 2025

Emilie Rose (Herrick) VanNest, 84, of Wintersville, OH, formerly of Toronto, OH, passed away Friday Aug. 1, 2025, in the Valley Hospice Care Center in Steubenville, OH.

Emilie was born Sept. 17, 1940, in Steubenville, daughter of the late Michael J. and Ludmilla (Kubina) Herrick.

Emilie's wishes were to be cremated with a graveside service,...