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Michael Walter Graham

Michael Walter Graham

Jan 9, 2022

Michael Walter Graham, age 30 of Toronto passed away suddenly of natural causes Sunday, January 9, 2022.

He was born June 9, 1991 in Willingboro, New Jersey the son of the late Sally Ann (Schipske) Graham and Michael Walter Van Camp.

Michael had been employed as owner and operator of Graham's Gourmet Dogs.

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Daniel Gary Allison

Daniel Gary Allison

Jan 5, 2022

Daniel Gary Allison, age 61 of Toronto passed away Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at the Weirton Medical Center.

He was born July 13, 1960 in Chicago, Ill the son of the late Daniel E. Allison and Patricia Gary Liddick.

Dan was a 1980 graduate of Toronto High School and was a member of the Toronto...

Nancy Lee (Glenn)  Waggoner

Nancy Lee (Glenn) Waggoner

Dec 29, 2021

Nancy Lee Waggoner, age 71 of Toronto (New Somerset) passed away Wednesday at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born June 26, 1950 in Steubenville the daughter of the late Charles and Pauline (Culp) Glenn and also preceded in death by her husband, Edward D. "Bugger" Waggoner January 5, 2021 and whom she married...

Bonnie Jo (Miller)  Delo

Bonnie Jo (Miller) Delo

Dec 28, 2021

Bonnie Jo Delo, age 66 of Toronto passed away Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born June 27, 1955 in Steubenville the daughter of the late Joseph and Edith (Cramer) Miller and also was preceded in death by her first husband, Wayne A. Rawson in 2003; sister, Joann...

Rebecca "Betty" Doris (Green)  Zimmerman

Rebecca "Betty" Doris (Green) Zimmerman

Dec 25, 2021

Rebecca "Betty" Doris Green Zimmerman passed away on Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Lancia Villa Vista in Steubenville, OH, where she resided.

Betty was born on Tack's Beach, Newfoundland on May 9, 1932 to Albert and Dorothy (Trowbridge) Green. She came to the United States in the early 1950's, settling in Knoxville, OH where she resided for...

Mildred Ann Dock

Mildred Ann Dock

Dec 16, 2021

Mildred Ann "Millie Dock, age 81 a homemaker of Bolivar, OH passed away Thursday, December 16, 2021.

She was born October 14, 1940 in East Liverpool the daughter of the late Earl Stearn and Bettie "Carrie" Reed.

Millie was Presbyterian by faith and was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Henry Shurdion...

Russell Ray Loy

Russell Ray Loy

Dec 14, 2021

Russell Rae Loy of Toronto passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at the Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.

He was born February 20, 1952 in Dayton, OH the son of the late Robert Loy and Delores (Brown) Hicks.

Russell had been employed as a mechanic at the Neidengard's Harley Davidson Store in Wintersville.

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Larry Van Dobbins Sr.

Larry Van Dobbins Sr.

Dec 6, 2021

Larry Van Dobbins, Sr. age 74 of the Toronto area passed away suddenly at his home Monday, December 6, 2021.

He was born November 15, 1947 in Weirton, WV the son of the late Lester B. and Betty J. (Williamson) Dobbins.

Larry's memberships were the Hopedale American Legion, Hopedale Sportsman Club, and the Mingo Sportsman...

Beth Ann (Leasure)  Firm

Beth Ann (Leasure) Firm

Nov 30, 2021

Beth Ann "Honey" Leasure Firm, age 69 of Toronto (Knoxville), OH passed away Sunday, October 16, 2022 at the Weirton Medical Center.

She was born August 22, 1953 the daughter of the late Gerald K. Leasure and Jean (Scoval) Leasure Howe.

Beth was a member and Sunday school teacher at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church,...

Clyde Eugene Loshbaugh

Clyde Eugene Loshbaugh

Nov 30, 2021

Clyde Eugene "Pappy" Loshbaugh, age 69 of Toronto passed away Monday, January 31, 2022.

He was born April 16, 1952 in Spokane, WA the son of the late Loretta (Blair) Loshbaugh and George Loshbaugh who survives.

Clyde retired as a career Master Sargent  in the United States Marine Corps serving during the Vietnam War era...

Judy Marie (Franklin)  Scott

Judy Marie (Franklin) Scott

Nov 25, 2021

Judy Marie Franklin Scott, born January 26,1967, entered eternal rest Thursday, November 25, 2021. She was preceded in death by her dad, John Richard "Rick" Franklin and her mother, Judy Eilene Murphy. She leaves to cherish her memory her three daughters, Misty, Kimberly and Tabatha Scott; grandchildren, Kielyana, Xavier, Jesse, Damarion, Zarina and Grayson. Brothers and sisters; Gerald (Jerry)...

Cody Lee Davis

Cody Lee Davis

Nov 22, 2021

Cody Lee Davis, age 36 of Toronto passed away Monday, November 22, 2021.

He was born May 17, 1985 in Steubenville, the son of the late Roger Lee Davis and Katherine Ann (Cooper) Penrod and her husband John who survives.

Cody was a 2005 graduate of Toronto High School; member of the How'd You Miss...

Robert Eugene Rawson

Robert Eugene Rawson

Nov 11, 2021

Robert "Bob" Eugene Rawson, age 69, a husband, dad, and Pappap of Toronto, OH passed away Thursday, November 11, 2021 at Weirton Medical Center after having been sick for a while. The wonderful part is Bob is wonderfully happy to now be in unimaginable beauty with his Heavenly Father and his Lord and Savior Jesus, free from the pain...

Eleanor A. Barlas

Eleanor A. Barlas

Nov 5, 2021

Eleanor A. Barlas, 92, of Washington DC, formerly from Toronto, peacefully transitioned to eternal life on November 5, 2021, surrounded by family. She was born October 29, 1928, she was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Anna (Hromi) Barlas, brothers Joseph Barlas and John (Anne) Barlas, sisters Mary (Joe) DelFiandra, Margaret (Al) Zekas, Ann Catherine (Joe) Candal,...

Melanie Jo Bell

Melanie Jo Bell

Nov 1, 2021

Melanie Jo Bell, age 53 of Empire passed away Monday, November 1, 2021.

She was born October 15, 1968 in Steubenville the daughter of the late Martin R. and Kathleen E. (Spencer) Bell.

Melanie was Methodist by faith; a 1987 graduate of Stanton Local High School where she was an attendance worker and made announcements...

Hannah Nicole Leasure

Hannah Nicole Leasure

Oct 27, 2021

Hannah Nicole Leasure, age 25 passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021.

She was born July 12, 1996 in Steubenville the beloved daughter of David Lee and Robin Michelle (Goray) Leasure of Toronto.

Hannah was a member of the Cornerstone Church of Toronto; was a home health caregiver; a 2014 graduate of Toronto High School where...

Tyra Lynn (Elliott)  Anderson

Tyra Lynn (Elliott) Anderson

Oct 27, 2021

Tyra Lynn Anderson a homemaker of Salineville passed away Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at the Salem Regional Medical Center, Salem, OH.

The world is a lonelier place, but heaven has gained a beautiful soul. With great sadness, we have to say goodbye to Tyra L. (Elliott) Anderson. She was a beacon of light and love for many...

Edward Lee "Rat" Brownlee

Edward Lee "Rat" Brownlee

Oct 24, 2021

Edward Lee "Rat" Brownlee, age 79 of Toronto passed away Sunday, October 24, 2021 at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital, Pittsburgh.

He was born November 29, 1941 in Beach Bottom, WV the son of the late Kenneth and Virginia (Shook) Brownlee.

Ed had been a member of the Barbarian's Motorcycle Club; was a avid football fan;...

Colleen Jane (Flanagan)  Wagner

Colleen Jane (Flanagan) Wagner

Oct 15, 2021

Colleen J. Wagner, age 66 of Toronto passed away Friday, October 15, 2021.

She was born April 17, 1955 in Steubenville, the daughter of the late Ross L. "Buddy" Flanagan in 2018 and Phyllis Pamela (Barker) Flanagan in 1995.

Colleen was a long-time member of the former Stratton First Church of the Nazarene and was...

Marcia Bell (Mcconnell)  Croye

Marcia Bell (Mcconnell) Croye

Oct 11, 2021

Marcia Bell Croye, age 83 of Scottsdale, Arizona, former local area resident, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021.

She was born May 18, 1938 in Charleston, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Lawrence (Pete) and Grace Elizabeth (McConnell) Christy.

Marcia loved to read, paint and researching family history. She published two books'

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