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DEBBIE MCKEEGAN

In Loving Memory of Debbie McKeegan With profound sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Debbie McKeegan on March 31, 2024, at her cherished home in Yorkville, Ohio. Born on August 3, 1953, in Bloomfield, New Jersey, Debbie was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her 70 years. Debbie leaves behind her devoted husband of 48 years, James R. McKeegan, a testament to their enduring love. She was a beloved mother to Melanie Lawley (Dan) and James McKeegan (Sarah), and an adored grandmother to Dylan, Owen, Elle, Kate, and Connor. Her love and lessons will continue to guide ...

CAROL HICKS

Carol Lee Hicks, 70, of Mt Pleasant, OH, passed away peacefully at her home, with her family by her side, after her struggle with Alzheimer’s. Carol was born on June 17, 1953, in Wheeling, WV, to the late George and Eloise (Hissam) Becker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in ...

RUTH LINDEMEYER

Ruth Elaine Moore Lindenmeyer 97, of Woodsfield, Ohio passed away Tuesday. Calling hours 4 – 8 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Bauer - Turner Funeral Home, 100 South Paul Street, Woodsfield, Ohio.

Youth Services System celebrates 50th anniversary

WHEELING — Youth Services System celebrated 50 years of service to the Ohio Valley with two community members whose dedication to the organization’s mission built the nonprofit. Ron Klug and Sue Abraham cut the ribbon at Tuesday’s ceremony to commemorate the 50-year milestone, as they are founding community members who signed the agency’s incorporation papers. At the ceremony, Klug and Abraham recalled their initial meetings to create the agency at the former Clay School in Wheeling. Abraham credited Klug, who worked at the Department of Human Services in the Youth ...

HENRY JOHSON

Henry Thomas ‘Tommy’ Johnson, 81, of Clarington passed away on March 31, 2024, in Wheeling, West Virginia. He was born on January 19, 1943, in Bellaire, Ohio, a son of the late Henry Lee ‘Bud’ Johnson Jr. and Virginia Ann Harding Johnson. Tommy found joy in various interests ...

SUSAN BELL

Susan Arlene Bell, 58, formerly of Martins Ferry, OH passed away Friday, March 29, 2024. She was born in Martins Ferry on September 9, 1965, the daughter of the late Anthony Wayne and Rhonda Lee (Vensel) Jaworski. She is survived by a son, James W. Bell, Jr. of Naples, FL and a brother, Mark Jaworski of Flatwoods, KY. A memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced. Condolences to the family may be made by signing the guest book at www.keller funeralhome.com