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FLOSSIE SIMONETTI

Flossie Simonetti, 94, of Powhatan Point, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at home surrounded by her family. She was born August 5, 1930, in Powhatan Point, Ohio, a daughter of the late Samuel and Effie “Sophie” French Brown. Flossie was a homemaker and a member of St. ...

NORMAN SEMPIREK

Norman Joseph Sempirek, 89 of Dillonvale passed away Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Shadyside Care Center. He was born on August 1, 1935, in Dillonvale, OH the son of the late Frank and Mary (Kuccra) Sempirek. Norm was retired from Wheeling — Pittsburgh Steel — Mingo Plant and was a devoted employee of the Wilson Funeral Homes, a member of St. Adalbert Catholic Church in Dillonvale, Eagles #7572/Dillonvale, and the Fireman’s Club. He was known for his musical talent and was a member of several groups including: The 3 Yanks, Walley Jancura, Mitch Toto and Norm, Eddie La ...

NANCY HUDSON

An Angel on Earth Receives Her Wings Nancy June Hudson (Kramer) went home to meet her Savior and reunite with her late husband Gary Lee Hudson Sr. on Thursday May 29, 2025. Born January 10, 1949 to the late Fred Kramer and Virginia “June” Kramer (Oliver) of Martins Ferry, Ohio. Preceded ...

MARTHA CLARK

Martha Louise Sells Clark, 89, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, died peacefully Sunday, June 1, 2025, in Wheeling Hospital. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, on October 11, 1935, a daughter of the late Ethel Greene Sells and Amaza “Jim” Sells. Martha was an Ohio State University graduate where she was also a Majorette with the Buckeye Marching Band. She was a retired employee from the State of Ohio’s Unemployment Office and a member of OPERS. Growing up on a farm, Martha became a dedicated and hard-working woman enjoying cooking, sewing and gardening. She was an active member of the ...

GERALDINE LYNN

Geraldine May Lynn, 94, of Bridgeport, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Park Health. She was born on February 26, 1931, in Shadyside, a daughter of the late Wade and Marie (May) Wright. Geraldine was an LPN for many years and enjoyed gardening and reading. She is survived by her daughter, Yvonne Simon; two grandsons; and four great grandchildren. Geraldine was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Peter Skorich; second husband, Charles Burke; a brother, Harry Wright; and a sister, Dorothy Clark. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. ...

BONNIE McCONNELL

Bonnie J McConnell, aged 93, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, in Westerville, OH. Born on March 9, 1932, Bonnie lived a life marked by devotion to her family and an unwavering capacity to enjoy every moment. Bonnie was a beacon of love and care throughout her life. She cherished her role as a matriarch, being present for the births of all her grandchildren and nurturing deep, personal relationships with each of them. Her family was her pride and joy, and she leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She is survived by her loving children, Barbara Hoffman (Russell ...