EDWARD BARAN

He was born in Crescent, OH on January 29, 1935, the son of the late Joseph and Sophia (Lumpcik) Baran.

He was a retired machinist at the former Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel, Mingo Junction plant, but farming was his passion. He was proudest of his “Polish” tomatoes that he tended and grew to the size of a dinnerplate! .

He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church Martins Ferry, OH and served in the US Army Reserves.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph and four sisters, Cecelia Vercellino, Virginia Hess, Mildred Barron and Josephine Baran.

Edward is survived by his loving wife, Sylvia Rose (Snezek) Baran. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Deborah A. (Stephen) Llaneza, son, Edward M. (Tina) Baran, both of Columbus, OH. He is also survived by six grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.

Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Martins Ferry, OH. at 10 am on Saturday, April 20th, with celebrant, Rev.Tom Marut .

There will be a private, family visitation at Keller Funeral Home with

Interment followed in Mount Calvary Cemetery Wheeling, WV.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to SMC 2000 24 N. 4th Street Martins Ferry, OH 43935 or St. Mary’s Church.

Condolences to the family may be made by signing the guest book online at www.kellerfuneral home.com