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MICHAEL HURDZAN

Michael T. Hurdzan, age 65, of Lancaster, OH passed away November 11, 2022. He was born July 1, 1957 in Wheeling, WV. He taught at Independence High School for over 30 years and Logan High School for 6 years. Michael coached football, wrestling, track, basketball and softball for many years. Preceded in death by his mother, Elsie Hurdzan. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Rita Hurdzan; two daughters, Samantha Hurdzan and Jessica Hurdzan; father, Mike Hurdzan; two sisters, Michelle (Patrick) Tighe and Kathy Hurdzan; two nieces, Ali and Tricia Tighe; and the extended ...

MARGARET RICHMOND

Margaret “Peggy” Ann Richmond, 89, died Friday, November 11, 2022. Arrangements by Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Home.

GARY BIGELOW

Gary Raymond Bigelow - dedicated husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend - passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Friday, November 11. Gary was born to Raymond and Eleanor Bigelow and grew up in Bridgeport, Ohio. He graduated from Bridgeport High School in 1960 and served in the Navy for four years. He and his high school sweetheart, Patricia, resided in St. Clairsville with their boys. He then started his 35+ year career in the coal mine, spending most of his time as an assistant mine foreman. He was remembered for his work ethic, leadership, ...

ARLETTA WATKINS

Arletta June Watkins (06-24-1938 to 11-06-2022) passed away peacefully with her daughter Holly, with whom she most recently resided, with her at her side. She was preceded in death by her husband Donald J Watkins in 1987. Her parents Dorothy and Beecher Rhoades, Brothers, Beecher Jr, Brent, James, Rocky and sister Nancy. She is survived by Daughter Dawn Gaus of St.Clairsville, Holly (Bob) Krupinksi of Bellaire and Rodney (Joni) Watkins of West Finley PA. Also, her five grandchildren Ian Watkins, Shelby (Chase) Clark, Caleb Fulton, Taya and Grace Krupinksi. She is also survived by her ...

CAROLYN DEATON

Carolyn Deaton, 79, Alledonia, died Nov. 8. Visitation and service Sat., Nov. 19 from 12-2pm at Wilson Funeral Home, Beallsville. Condolences at www. harperfh.net

PATRICIA MOORE

Patricia Moore, 86, of Cadiz died Thursday. Private service at Clark-Kirkland-Barr, Cadiz.