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HAROLD SCHUMACHER

Harold Schumacher, age 87, the beloved oldest son of Lawrence and Genevieve Schumacher, passed away peacefully in Tampa, Florida on March 11th, 2026. Born on March 28, 1938, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, Harold lived a full and meaningful life centered on faith, family, friendship, and simple joys like morning coffee and a good western movie. Harold was known for his strong work ethic and dedication throughout his career. He was an Army Veteran, worked for the United Dairy, served as a volunteer firefighter in St. Clairsville, Ohio and held multiple roles at Hannah and Consolidated Coal ...

PAUL KUHN

Paul Raymond Kuhn, age 76, of Barnesville, Ohio passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. Paul was born on April 12, 1949, in Barnesville, Ohio to the late Marie and Raymond Kuhn. Paul was known for his happy disposition and his love of sports. He especially enjoyed cheering on his beloved Ohio State Buckeyes as well as the Pittsburgh Pirates. Paul was a resident of The Enclave in Barnesville for 23 years and very much considered it home thanks to the love and kindness he received from the staff. Paul was a familiar face at Bingo and liked playing games with his family. Paul ...

GAIL BOLOCK

Gail A. Bolock, 81, of Tiltonsville, OH, passed away, Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Trinity West Medical Center, in Steubenville, OH, with her family by her side. Gail was born on February 2, 1945, in Martins Ferry, OH, to the late Marcel and Ida (Dolfi) Lollini. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Marcel Lollini and her infant sister, Judith Lollini. Gail was a graduate of Warren Consolidated. She retired from Wheeling Pittsburgh Steel, after many years of service. Gail was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, she enjoyed going to Wheeling Downs, ...

SUSAN CESARIO

Susan Diane Seidler Cesario, 66, of St. Clairsville, Ohio passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026 at Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, West Virginia. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11 am at Christ The King Lutheran Church in St. Clairsville. Arrangements by Toothman Funeral Home, St. Clairsville.

FRANK ZAMSKI JR

Frank Paul “Blub” Zamski Jr., age 77 of Dillonvale, passed away March 12, 2026. Frank’s wishes for cremation are being honored. Friends and family will be received Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at St. Casimir Catholic Church in Adena. Reverend William Cross will ...

CATHY SANTONAS

Cathy Ann Santonas, a dedicated educator and beloved family matriarch, passed away on March 12, 2026. Born in Martins Ferry to the late Bill and Bettie Lou (Metcalfe) Santonas, Cathy’s life was defined by her unwavering commitment to her students and her deep devotion to her family. For ...