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ROBERT BURDINE

Robert “Rob” Franklin Burdine, 63 of Bellaire, OH, passed away at home on January 30, 2025. Rob was born on May 10, 1961 in Wheeling, WV, son of the late Lewis and Catherine Whalen Burdine. He grew up as a fun loving child and awesome sibling. He was a graduate of Martins Ferry High School and the Belmont Technical College LPN Program. He served in the U.S. Marines Corps. He was employed at different places: Coronet Foods, the Wheeling-Lake Erie Railroad and Stoffers Recycling. He is survived by his wife, Lisa (Pernick) Burdine of 30 years; son, Bradley Burdine; siblings, ...

BARBARA WARNOCK

Barbara Warnock, 74, of Shadyside, OH, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025. She was born on January 22, 1951 in Wheeling, WV to the late Anne (Paolucci) Peake. Barbara was a devoted Catholic and a member of Saint John Catholic Church in Bellaire, where she also served as a longtime secretary. She was an avid fan of her Notre Dame Fighting Irish. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by a son, David Eric Warnock. She is survived by her children, Jason Noah (Anna) Warnock, Courtney Ann (Brice) Mills, Carrie Lynn (Jason) Milhoan, Casey Glenn (Sara) Warnock; ...

REBECCA HICKENBOTTOM

Rebecca Hickenbottom died Jan 25, 2025. Visitation, Feb 8, 2025,10am to the time of service at 12pm. Wilson Funeral Home, Bethesda Chapel. Burial at Union Cemetery. www.wilsonfuneral homes.com

DALE FREEMAN

Dale Eugene Freeman, born on February 9, 1956 in Bellaire, Ohio passed away on January 25, 2025 at Wheeling Hospital WVU Medicine in Wheeling, West Virginia, at the age of 68. Dale spent his life dedicated to his work as an aide at Wheeling Hospital, where he was known for his caring nature and commitment to assisting others. His compassionate spirit extended beyond his professional life and was evident in his love for cats, particularly his feline companion, Shadow. Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Nathan E. Freeman and Dorothy (Tschappat) Silver, and brothers, Rodney ...

SHIRLEY BOWERS

Shirley Mae Bowers, 74, of Harrisville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Born on January 18, 1951, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, Shirley was the cherished daughter of Grace Virginia (Huffman) ...

CLARA MAKUCH

Clara Makuch, 91, of Pickerington, Ohio, formerly of Dillonvale, Ohio, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025. She was born on July 5, 1933, a daughter of the late Daniel and Irene (Toza) Vargo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John “Jonah” Makuch; son, John Craig Makuch; brothers Daniel Richard Vargo and Robert “Pete” Vargo; and sister Velma (Degrava) Hauner. Clara is survived by her daughter Michele (Scott) Wetterau; son, Mark (Mia) Makuch; granddaughters Jessica and Jenna Makuch; grandsons Marcus, Joshua, Tyler (Sarah) Makuch and ...