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MILDRED MATESICK

Mildred "Midge" Matesick, born on June 22, 1930, in Key, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026, at the age of 96, in Powhatan Point, Ohio. Midge was a beloved member of the Powhatan community, known for her warmth, kindness, and dedication. She spent 30 years as a bus driver for the Switzerland of Ohio School District. A devoted member of the Powhatan United Methodist Church, Midge found joy and solace in her faith. Her hands were never idle, as she was known for her homemade quilts and beautiful needlework, each piece lovingly crafted and cherished by those fortunate ...

ROSEMARY CIVIN

Rosemary Civin, daughter of Lawrence and Helen Schafer was born in Wheeling, West Virginia on April 27, 1931. She attended Mount de Chantal Academy High School. After graduating she attended St. Francis Hospital School of Nursing to earn her Registered Nursing degree. In 1954 she married Louis ...

WILSON TOOTHMAN

Wilson Lawrence “Digger” Toothman, 76, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. He was born November 24, 1949, in Bellaire, Ohio, the eldest son of Virginia Jane Wilson Toothman and William Lawrence “Bill” Toothman. Raised in ...

LORI A. MORRISON

Lori A. Morrison, beloved mother and friend, passed away, Friday, August 28, 2026. She was born October 7, 1959, in Canton, OH, daughter of the late Harry and Anne Reese Coss. Lori is leaving behind a profound legacy of love, character, and unwavering faith. A devoted wife to her late ...

KATHY KELLER

Kathy Jo Keller, 79, of Martins Ferry, Ohio passed away peacefully on July 1st, 2026 in her home surrounded by loved ones. She leaves a legacy of profound love, care, and dedication. Born on October 17, 1946, she was the daughter of Sally Lou Lodge and Albert “Cy” Lodge. Kathy spent her ...

ELEANOR OUTWARD

ELEANOR OUTWARD Eleanor Outward, 98, formerly of Yorkville, OH, passed away, Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at her home, with her family by her side. Eleanor was born on May 28, 1928, to the late Ralph and Anna (Sesto) Rungo. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Outward; her grandson, Kenneth Williams II; three brothers, Art, Tony, Ralph Rungo Jr and her sister, Anne Vadasz. Eleanor retired from the Yorkville Credit Union. After retirement, she volunteered at the Jefferson County Head Start and the Yorkville Elementary with Ohio Reads Program. ...