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Albert Martin Hoffman

Albert Martin Hoffman

Oct 4, 2026

Albert Martin Hoffman, age 64 of Toronto passed away Sunday October 4, 2026 at his home of natural causes.

He was born December 13, 1961 in Chicago, Illinois the son of Albert Martin Hoffman, Sr. and Thomasine Pearl Hoffman.

Albert was preceded in death by his wife, Laurie Sue Hoffman August 18, 2023 whom he married May 19, 1997 and a daughter,...

Susan Marie Bradley

Susan Marie Bradley

Oct 2, 2026

Susan Marie Bradley, age 57 of Toronto passed away unexpectedly of natural causes Friday October 2, 2026 at her home.

Susan was the daughter of Clifford and Elizabeth “Liz” (Prosko) Scheel.

She loved cooking, crafting, and being with her grandchildren. She was employed at Toronto McDonalds.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, daughters Christiana (Devin) Harrison,  Dusti Rose Short, and Stevie Rae...

George Edward Tond

George Edward Tond

Sep 30, 2026

George Edward Tond age 69 of Empire passed away Wednesday September 30, 2026 at the Trinity Medical Center West after having courageously fought a battle of with cancer and diabetes.

He was born September 13, 1957 in Steubenville the son of the late Louis and Mary Belle (Mushrush) Tond. Also preceded in death by a sister, Pam Tond.

George was a graduate...

Mahala E. Emery

Mahala E. Emery

Sep 27, 2026

Mahala Elizabeth “Sis” “Liz” Emery a homemaker of Toronto passed away September 27, 2026.

She was born March 18, 1939 in Toronto the daughter of the late Emmett Giesey Thayer and Lillie Elizabeth (Pinkerton) Thayer. She was also preceded in death by her husband, James Herbert “Jim” Emery in 2023 and a brother Robert Thayer.

Mahala was a graduate of Toronto High...

Donald Neal Freas, Jr.

Donald Neal Freas, Jr.

Sep 23, 2026

Donald Neal Freas, Jr. of Steubenville passed September 23, 2026 at the Allegheny General Hospital Pittsburgh.

He was the son of the late Donald Neal Frease Sr. and Eleanor (Darrah) Freas.

Donald’s surviving family includes a sister, Laura Withrow; niece, Rachel Withrow and nephew, Nanthan Withrow.

A private graveside burial will take place at the Toronto Cemetery.

Charles Willard Grimm

Charles Willard Grimm

Sep 16, 2026

Charles Willard Grimm, Jr. age 72 passed Wednesday September 16, 2026

He was born October 4, 1953 in Steubenville the son of the late Charles Willard Grimm, Sr. and Sylvia (Walker) Grimm and also preceded in death by his wife Constance “Connie” (Crago) Grimm; sons, Nathan and Jonathon Grimm.

Left to cherish Charles’ memory includes his sons, Ktistopher Charles and Jayson Eugine...

Eleanor A, Ferry

Eleanor A, Ferry

Sep 11, 2026

Eleanor A. Ferry

Born 9-15-1938 Died 9-11-2026

Daughter of Della (Miller) Skinner, Bert Jackman, and John F. Skinner

Mother of Rebecca L. Ingole (Michael Ingole) and Paul G. Ferry (Terri Beadnell)

Grandmother of Jona, Emily, Paula, and Meagan

Great-grandmother of Olivia, Gabe, Isabella, Jude, Jovia, Hadley, Charlotte, Shepard, and Gus

Eleanor was married to Paul D. Ferry on May 18, 1956, the day of her senior...

Ralph William Edwards

Ralph William Edwards

Sep 9, 2026

Ralph William Edwards, age 86 of Naples, Florida passed away on September 9, 2026. Ralph was born in Steubenville, Ohio on November 27, 1939, son of the late Ralph and Veronica Edwards.

He is survived by his sister Nadine Wenner, children Mike (Audrey) Edwards and Laurie (Scott) Blackburn, stepsons Mike (Kim) Miranda & Larry (Bobbie) Miranda; grandchildren Chris, David, Kelsey, Zach...

James Allen Clark

James Allen Clark

Sep 8, 2026

James Allen “Clarkie” Clark age 70 of Toronto, Ohio passed away Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

He was born November 19, 1955 in Steubenville, the son of the late Ralph W. Clark, Jr. and Frances Jean (Raymond) Clark, and was also preceded in death by his nephew, John Fisher.

James was a member of the Toronto Fraternal Order Eagles Aerie # 1276. He...

Mary Elizabeth Sciance

Mary Elizabeth Sciance

Sep 3, 2026

Mary Elizabeth Sciance, age 86 of Toronto passed away Thursday September 3, 2026.

She was born November 25, 1939 in Toronto the daughter of the late Chester and Susan Elizabeth (McFarland) Sciance.

Mary was retired as a bookkeeper for the former Uni Bank of Toronto.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, John William Sciance and C. Ronald Sciance and sisters, Wilma...

Warren Eugene Hawkins

Warren Eugene Hawkins

Aug 26, 2026

Warren Eugene Hawkins age 94 of Toronto passed away surrounded by his loving family at his home Wednesday August 26, 2026.

He was born August 12, 1932 in East Springfield, OH the son of the late Clarence and Ella Mae (Ensell) Hawkins.

Warren graduated from Toronto High School in 1951, where he was a talented athlete and a member of the undefeated...

Shawn "Squigg" Wagner

Shawn "Squigg" Wagner

Aug 7, 2026

Shawn “Squigg" Wagner, age 49 of Toronto passed away unexpectedly Friday August 7, 2026 at the Trinity Medical Center Steubenville.

He was born June 30, 1977 in Weirton, WV the son of the late Mark and Colleen (Flanagan) Wagner. Also preceded in death by a son, Andrew Paul Wagner.

Shawn was a 1995 graduate of Toronto High School. He loved sports especially...

Margaret Ellen Martelle

Margaret Ellen Martelle

Aug 6, 2026

Margaret Ellen Martelle, age 70, of Toronto, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026. She was born April 18, 1956, in Alliance, Ohio, the daughter of the late Richard and Shirley (Nixon) Martelle. She was preceded in death by her brother, Norman Martelle, and his wife, Sarah “Sally” (Eckles) Martelle, of Toronto, Ohio. Margaret was a 1974 graduate of Toronto High...

Scott Emerson Taylor

Scott Emerson Taylor

Aug 5, 2026

Scott Emerson Taylor age 62 of Toronto passed away unexpectantly Wednesday August 5, 2026 at his home.

He was born February 19, 1964 in Steubenville the son of the late Harry Emerson Taylor and Edna Joann Taylor who survives.

Scott was a 1982 graduate of Toronto High School; was a history buff; was an antique collector; loved music and was a song...

Marilyn Sue Merrill

Marilyn Sue Merrill

Aug 4, 2026

Marilyn (Enochs) Merrill

Marilyn (Enochs) Merrill, 84, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026, surrounded by the people she loved. True to who she was, her final moments were filled with love, laughter, stories, and togetherness—the things that brought her the greatest joy throughout her life. Born on September 4, 1941, to Fred and Mary (Fowler) Enochs, Marilyn was a proud...

Vincent Edward Chipps

Vincent Edward Chipps

Aug 3, 2026

Vincent Edward Chipps age 52 of Phoenix, Arizona passed Monday August 3, 2026 at his home of natural causes.

He was born July 12, 1974 in Steubenville, OH the son of the late Cynthia Ann (Kaniecki) Wright and Robert E Chipps who survives.

Vincent was employed by the Schneider National of Phoenix as a diesel mechanic.

He served his country in the U.S....

Vincent Edward Chipps

Vincent Edward Chipps

Aug 3, 2026

Vincent Edward Chipps age 52 of Phoenix, Arizona passed Monday August 3, 2026 at his home of natural causes.

He was born July 12, 1974 in Steubenville, OH the son of the late Cynthia Ann (Kaniecki) Wright and Robert E Chipps who survives.

Vincent was employed by the Schneider National of Phoenix as a diesel mechanic.

He served his country in the U.S....

Alexis Jene-Keenan Freeman

Alexis Jene-Keenan Freeman

Aug 2, 2026

Alexis Jene-Keenan “Sugar” Freeman age 45 of Steubenville passed away Sunday August 2, 2026.

She was born March 26, 1981 in Steubenville.

Alexis loved to do sketching, work on anything mechanical. She loved singing and dancing and was always trying to help others and was a self-employed hair stylist.

She was preceded in death by her son, D’Lonra; sister, Diamond, Pap & Gram...

Buster William Bowman

Buster William Bowman

Jul 24, 2026

Buster William Bowman, age 73 passed away Friday, July 24, 2026 at the Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, Canton, OH.

He was born January 6, 1953 in Follansbee, WV the son of the late William Richard Bowman and Sophie (Cherneko) Bowman. He was also preceded in death by a nephew, Ray Bowman.

Buster was a Brooke High School graduate, member of the Cedar...

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