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MARGARET ROMICK

Margaret Anne Romick, 89, of Matins Ferry, passed away Friday, April 17, 2026, in her residence. She was born on July 23, 1936, a daughter of the late William and Pearl (Crooks) Romick. Margaret was a member of the First Baptist Church where she enjoyed working with Food and Fellowship. She worked as an accountant for the United Methodist Counsel of Churches in New York. Margaret was an avid animal lover and was involved with the local Animal Shelter. She is survived by her sister, Phyllis L. Ogden; a brother, Richard Romick; a son, Jeffrey; and many nieces and nephews. Margaret ...

JAMES M. STRICKLAND

James Michael "Weiner" Strickland, 61, passed away at home April 15th, 2026. He was born on July 19th, 1964, in Bellaire, OH. James proudly served his country in the United States Navy, then went on to have a dedicated career at Ormet Aluminum Corporation. He was a Christian by faith and had a passion for being outdoors and in nature, taking long walks and going hiking and fishing. James was preceded in death by his father, Alfred Strickland, and his stepfather Larry Skidmore. James is survived by his mother, Margaret J. "Bird" Brice Skidmore; his son Zachary Michael (Katie) ...

WILLIAM SOOS

William Joseph Soos, 80, of Bridgeport passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026, in Columbus, OH. He was born on March 31, 1946, the son of the late Emery and Nancy Soos. Bill retired from AT & T after 45 plus years of service, a veteran of the United States Army where he served during the ...

JANET SMITHBERGER

Janet Ann Smithberger, 83, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday April 14, 2026, at her home. She was born September 24, 1942, in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Charles James. and Gayle Pauline. Gordon Favot. Janet was a retired secretary and accountant for Ohio Valley ...

DONNA JOHNSON

Donna Jean Johnson, 86, of Martins Ferry, OH passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at her residence. Share a memory online at www.kellerfuneralhome.com

THOMAS PHILLIPS

Thomas Ewing “Tom” Phillips, 74, of Cadiz, formerly of Chillicothe, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at The Meadows of Cadiz. His wife remained by his side with unwavering devotion and steadfast love. Tom was born June 8, 1951 in Chillicothe, the son of the late John Scott and Eloise Martin Phillips. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: John, Mike, and Dan. As well as stepdaughter, Marnie. Surviving is his wife, Jeanne, who he married in 1987 at his great grandfather’s Victorian Home in Chillicothe. Also surviving is his sister, Valerie ...