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James Chester Eckhard

James Chester Eckhard

Jun 14, 2026

James C. Eckard

October 13, 1936 – June 14, 2026

James “Jim” Chester Eckard, 89, of 2119 Bantam Ridge Road, Wintersville, Ohio,

walked into the arms of Grace June 14, 2026.

Born October13, 1936, to T. Chester and Dorothy “Dot” Eckard, he lived a full life,

defined by love, generosity, and devotion to those around him. He was a wonderful

husband, father, grandfather, friend, and brother...

John Raymond Channels

John Raymond Channels

Jun 7, 2026

John Raymond Channels of Toronto, age 65, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

He was born September 23, 1960, the son of the late John Edward Channels and Mary (Baker) McDonald who survives.

John had been employed most recently at AutoZone, and previously had worked in construction and as a John Deere mechanic.

In...

Kevin Gray

Kevin Gray

Jun 4, 2026

Kevin Allen Gray, age 44 of Toronto passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 4, 2026.

He was the son of the late Ronald Eugene Flesher and his mother Tammie Sue (Gray) Flesher who survives.

Kevin was in fire service since he was 15 years old; was a member of the Empire Volunteer Fire Department and formerly a member of the Knoxville Volunteer Fire...

Kenny Lee Mossor

Kenny Lee Mossor

Jun 3, 2026

Kenny Lee Mossor, age 63 of Toronto passed away unexpectantly Wednesday June 3, 2026 at the Weirton Medical Center.

He as born December 22, 1962 in Steubenville the son of the late Patrick Kenneth Mossor and Donna (McCain) Mossor. Kenny was also preceded in death by his Sister Peggy Mossor.

Kenny was an animal lover and loved nature. He was employed by...

Wanda Dietz Hughes

Wanda Dietz Hughes

May 31, 2026

Wanda Dietz Smith Hughes

December 3, 1929 - May 31, 2026

Wanda Hughes transitioned to eternal peace at The Gables in Hopedale, Ohio, on Sunday

afternoon, May 31, 2026, in the loving presence of her family. Surrounded by those she loved,

and listening to her favorite hymns, her passing was very peaceful.

Family

Wanda was the beloved matriarch of a large and loving family. She had...

Raymond Richard Harris

Raymond Richard Harris

May 30, 2026

Raymond Richard Harris, age 92 of Leesburg, FL, a former resident of Wintersville, OH passed away Saturday May 30, 2026.

He was born April 22, 1934, in Steubenville, OH the son of the late Raymond and Katherine (Myers) Harris. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Carol Mae (Byrd) Harris whom he married December 19, 1964, and sisters, Ella...

Maynard Bryan Goad

Maynard Bryan Goad

May 24, 2026

Maynard Bryan Goad, 75, of Toronto, Ohio, passed away suddenly at his home on

Sunday, May 24, 2026.

Born on July 22, 1950, in Roanoke, Virginia, he was the son of the late Maynard B. &

Virginia F. Goad. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved

wife of 51 years, Carolyn (Sis) Goad, and his brother, Steve Goad.

Maynard...

Ronald James Riggleman

Ronald James Riggleman

May 19, 2026

Ronald James Riggleman

Ronald James Riggleman, age 91, formerly of Toronto, Ohio passed away May 19, 2026 in Lakeland,

FL where he resided. Ronald was born July 24, 1934, the son of Freda McKnight Stephens and Basil Riggleman. Ronald is preceded in death my his parents and his sister, Donna Riggleman Manning.

Ronald is survived by his wife of 70 years, Shirley Evelyn...

Patrick "Kenny" Kenneth Mossor

Patrick "Kenny" Kenneth Mossor

May 19, 2026

Patrick K. Mossor (Kenny)

Kenny was born December 11, 1937

The son of the late Perlie and Hilda Mossor. He was the oldest of

three boys. Himself, Rex and Jerry. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Donna,

Daughter Peggy and brother Jerry. Save for his time in the service Kenny spent his entire life on

the same piece of property where...

Rosemary Bonofine

Rosemary Bonofine

May 15, 2026

Rosemary Bonofine, 82, of Toronto, died on Friday, May 15, 2026, with her daughter, Chelle (Michelle) holding her hand. She was in the care of the Neuro Critical Care Medical Team and Supportive Care Team at WVU Medicine J.W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, in Morgantown, WV.

Rosemary was born on August 19,1943 in Toronto, the youngest of seven children of the late...

Sharon Renee Murray

Sharon Renee Murray

May 7, 2026

Sharon Murray loved horses, black cats, tuxedo cats, hearts, purple things, turquoise, western style clothes and decor. She loved her nephews, great nephews & great nieces so very much. She loved her kitty Lulu like she was her child. She loved Breyer horses. She wore Moonlight Path, and Winter Candy Apple perfume from Bath and Body Works. She worked with...

Ruth Anne White

Ruth Anne White

May 5, 2026

Ruth Anne White, age 79 of Toronto passed away surrounded by her loving family at her home.

She was born March 25, 1947. She was the daughter of the late Gerald and Mary Ann McMasters. She was also preceded in death by her husband Bernie White in 2020; stepmother, Mary McMasters; sister, Rosemary Hamilton and grandson, DeMari Lawrence in 2019.

Ruth was...

John "Pete" Peter Warren

John "Pete" Peter Warren

Apr 26, 2026

John P. “Pete” Warren of Toronto passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at his home Sunday April 26, 2026.

He was born December 4, 1941 in Steubenville the son of the late John and June (Geisinger) Warren.

Pete loved to play pool; was a 1960 graduate of Toronto High School; loved his family especially his grandchildren; was a member of the Toronto...

Patricia Elaine Frey

Patricia Elaine Frey

Apr 1, 2026

Patricia Elaine Frey age 55 of Columbia Station, OH passed away Wednesday April 1, 2026 at the Ames Family Hospice Westlake, OH. She was born July 11, 1970 in Steubenville, OH the daughter of the late Curtis and Carolyn (Russell) Frey. Patricia was a 1988 graduate of Jefferson Union High School and attended Jefferson Technical Community College. Tricia started a...

Cecilia Ann Horkulic

Cecilia Ann Horkulic

Mar 31, 2026

Cecilia Ann Horkulic, age 87 a long-time resident of Toronto, Ohio but very much the world traveler and adventurer who never knew a stranger having many friends at home and abroad. She passed away surrounded by her loving family Tuesday March 31, 2026 under the care of Ohio Valley Hospice at Weirton Medical Center Hospital.

She was born April 20, 1938...

Ronald Lynn Holland

Ronald Lynn Holland

Mar 30, 2026

Ronald Lynn Holland, age 75 of Irondale passed away Monday March 30, 2026 at the Weirton Medical Center.

He was born March 6, 1951 in Steubenville the son of the late Lynn and Evelyn (Hood) Holland.

Ronald had been employed at Kaul Clay, Bank One, post office and lastly at Voto Manufacturing. He was a very hard worker.

Ronald was preceded in death...

Charles Lewis Dillon, Jr.

Charles Lewis Dillon, Jr.

Mar 30, 2026

Charles Lewis Dillon, Jr., age 83 passed away Monday March 30, 2026 at the Carriage Inn of Steubenville.

He was born August 21, 1942 in Talcott, WV the son of the late Charles Lewis Dillon, Sr. and Gertrude (Allen) Dillon.

Charles was a Methodist; member of the Ohio Edison High Stack Club and Toronto American Legion Post # 86; He was a...

Connie Lynn (Rawson)  Meyer

Connie Lynn (Rawson) Meyer

Mar 13, 2026

Connie Lynn Meyer, age 63 passed away unexpectedly Friday March 13, 2026, at her home in Toronto (Knoxville), Ohio

Connie was born December 24, 1962 in Steubenville the daughter of the late Harold and Wanda (Petty) Rawson. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Melanie Rawson.

She was a loving wife, mother and...

David Wesley Colson

David Wesley Colson

Feb 27, 2026

David Wesley Colson, age 78 of Richmond, OH passed way Friday February 27, 2026 at the Trinity Medical Center West Steubenville.

He was born March 23, 1947 in Akron, OH the son of the late David Colson and Hazel (Marker) Colson.

David was a member of Abate Motorcycles Region One and retired as a truck...

Florence Elizabeth (Goray)  Wells

Florence Elizabeth (Goray) Wells

Feb 21, 2026

Florance Elizabeth Wells, age 78 of Toronto passed away Saturday, February 21,2026 at the Dixon Health Care Center, Wintersville.

She was a former member of the Hill Top Presbyterian Church; she always liked baking and making candy at Christmas time; she liked going to car shows and she loved making crafts like stuffed bunnies.

Florence...

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