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SUANN SMITH ANDES

Suann Smith Andes, 62, died unexpectedly at her Shadyside home on December 8, 2022, leaving behind a cadre of family and friends who loved her. Suann’s zest for life was evident in all that she did. She never hesitated to jump into a new adventure. Suann cherished her friendships, especially those from childhood. Curious by nature, Suann marveled at every plant, animal, and insect. She adored cats and delighted in the antics of Marcus and Monty, the two that shared her home. Suann loved plants, especially flowers, and gathered seeds and cuttings to share with others. When Suann met ...

DAVID “DAVE” BECKER

David “Dave” Becker, 70, of Wheeling, WV passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 5, 2023. He was born on June 9, 1952 to the late Russel and Gertrude (Rickus) Becker. Dave retired from Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel with 31 years as a Hooker/Cellarman. Dave had good ...

VIRGINIA SPARKS

Virginia Marie Sparks, 59, of Russellville, OH passed away on Saturday April 1st, 2023. Arrangements by Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Home. .

KENNETH MORRIS

KENNETH BERTRAND (KENNY) MORRIS, 90, formerly of Martins Ferry, OH , passed away Wednesday, April 5, 2023. Kenny was born in McVay, KY on March 17, 1933, he was the son of the late Logan and Eva Bernice (Perry) Morris. He was a retired millwright at the former Wheeling- Pittsburgh Steel, Yorkville Plant. He was a member of First Baptist Church; member of the American Legion, Post 38, both of Martins Ferry. He served in the US Navy in the Korean War. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Vivian Fogarty In addition to his wife, Dora Rae (Smith) ...

RICHARD HESSKE

Richard L. Hesske, 74, of Martins Ferry, OH, passed away, Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at his home. He was born December 6, 1948, in Wheeling, WV, to the late Richard and Adeline (Marsala) Hesske. Rich is survived by three sons, Nick (Jessica) Hesske, Zac Hesske (Sueann Lassan) and Luke Hesske (Nicole Gerrard); a cousin, Douglas Hartlieb and four grand- children, Marcus, Silas, Jackie and Adeline Hesske. Friends will be received to pay tribute to Rich and celebrate his life on Monday, April 10th, from 10 am until the time of service of 12:30 pm, at the Borkoski Funeral Home, ...

MELVIN ROTH

Melvin L. Roth Sr., 76 of North Zane Hwy, Martins Ferry passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, at the East Ohio Regional Hospital. He was born on September 23, 1946, the son of the late Fritz and Margaret Roth. Mel was retired from the American Electric Power Company and the Dutch Henry Bar in ...