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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. ...

DR. EMANUEL MARKIS

Dr. John Emanuel Markis of Waban, Massachusetts, son of the late Emanuel and Mary Markis, died on May 24, 2025, at the age of 87. John is survived by: his former wife, Carolyn Markis; their 3 children, Mary Markis, Emanuel (Donna) Markis, and Anastasia (Neil) Horne; and 6 beloved grandchildren. John graduated from Martins Ferry High School (’55), The Ohio State University and The OSU College of Medicine, completing his training through Harvard Medical School and honorably serving 2 years as a Major in the U.S. Army. A devoted father and grandfather, John was also a dedicated physician ...

RONALD “RON” KALUGER, SR.

Ronald P. Kaluger, Sr., fondly known as Ron, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, in Springfield, Ohio. Born on February 27, 1942, in Bellaire, Ohio, he carved out a rich and dynamic legacy over his 83 years, touching the hearts of all who knew him. A man of many trades and manifold ...

JAMES VINCEK

James Michael Vincek, 72, of St. Clairsville, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Wheeling Hospital. He was born September 10, 1952 in Maynard, Ohio, a son of the late Frank and Blanche Chusco Vincek. Jimmy was a member of Belco Crafts/Works and a Christian by faith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Sandra Lee Vincek; a close friend, Louise Hurn. Surviving are a brother, John Albert Vincek of St. Clairsville; and guardians, Dave and Bonnie Callipare, also of St. Clairsville. Family and friends will be received on Friday from 10 am ...

RAYMOND HUFF

Raymond Huff, 67, of Shadyside Ohio passed away on May 26, 2025 at Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Glen Dale, West Virginia. Raymond was born on September 27, 1957 in Bellaire, a son of the late Raymond and Catherine Fry Huff. Raymond spent his career as a barber. Raymond is survived by wife Jamie Falbo Huff; Daughters, Natalie (Brandon) Marling, and Olivia (Chad) Rosepapa; Grandchildren, Maguire, Campbell, Sullivan, Phoebe and Fletcher. Private arrangements were trusted to Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Home - Shadyside Chapel, 3900 Central Avenue Shadyside, Ohio 43947

SHARON EDGAR

Sharon B. Edgar, 76, of St. Clairsville, OH passed away on Thursday May 22, 2025. She was born May 19, 1949 in Wheeling, WV to the late Mildred (Sine) and Charles Ebbert. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Gilbert Edgar; her brother, Larry Ebbert ...