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JERRI GALLAGHER

Jerri A. (Wilkins) Gallagher, age 86 of Westerville OH, formerly of Viera, FL, Lawrenceville, GA and Columbus, OH, passed away January 26, 2025. She is survived by her Son John (Missy) Gallagher, grandsons Quinn and Dane; and sister Linda (Wilkins) Archer along with numerous nieces and nephews who she dearly loved. Arrangements have been entrusted to Keller Funeral Home, 615 Hanover Street, Martins Ferry OH where friends will be received Friday January 31,2-4 and 6-8 pm. The Elders of Grace Presbyterian Church will hold a short service at 7pm. Services will be held Saturday, ...

SALLY FRANCIS

Sally Rinderer Francis completed her earthly journey on Jan 16, 2025. She was 79 years of age and led a fulfilling life. She goes on to meet with her parents Margaret and Joseph Rinderer and her sister Karen Sue West. She leaves behind her loving family, husband of 59 years Walter Glen, sons ...

MARY LISH

Mary Eliza Lish, a cherished member of the Bellaire community, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in her hometown of Bellaire, Ohio. She was 86 years old. Born on September 2, 1938, in Bellaire, Ohio, Mary was the beloved daughter of the late Sarah and Frank Marlin. She spent her entire life in Bellaire, where she cultivated deep roots and lasting relationships. Mary dedicated many years to serving others as a Nurses Aide with Bellaire City Schools. Her compassionate nature and dedication to her work left a positive impact on countless students and colleagues. She was a ...

MARY SHANNON

Mary Elizabeth Shannon, 77, of Cadiz, passed away on January 27, 2025, at home surrounded by her loved ones.

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) ...

KEITH SOMMER

Keith Alan Sommer, 84, died on January 18, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio after a brief illness. He was born January 2, 1941, in Martins Ferry, the son of the late Karl W. Sommer, Sr. and Carrie L. (McDermott) Sommer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, ...