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Rena M. Noble, 89, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 at Valley Hospice. She was born in Steubenville, daughter of the late John Phillips and Elizabeth Binger Little. Rena was a retired secretary from Steubenville High School and TIMET. Preceding Rena in death were her husband Henry Noble, Jr.; sister Beverly Haverfield; and brother Matthew “Chick” Phillips. Rena is survived by her children Stacie (Tom) Lawell, Kim (Steve) Santos, Henry (Nancy) Noble...

Rena M. Noble, 89, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on Monday, October 25, 2021 at Valley Hospice. She was born in Steubenville, daughter of the late John Phillips and Elizabeth Binger Little....

Judith M. Israel

Judith M. Israel, 82, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away Sunday October 24, 2021 at The Laurels of Steubenville. She was born November 10, 1938 in Steubenville, Ohio, the daughter of the late Howard and Lorayne McElroy. Judith was Methodist by faith and a proud graduate of the Steubenville High School Class of 1957. She served many years as a volunteer with the Pleasant Hill Volunteer Fire Department. Judith was proceeded in death by her loving husband, Everett L. Israel and a son...

Judith M. Israel, 82, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away Sunday October 24, 2021 at The Laurels of Steubenville. She was born November 10, 1938 in Steubenville, Ohio, the daughter of the late...

Thomas E. Walters, Sr.

Thomas “Tom” E. Walters, Sr. aged 81 died peacefully in his sleep on October 21, 2021 at his home in Bradenton, Florida after a courageous battle with Lymphoma. Tom was born on April 28, 1940 in Mingo Junction, Ohio to Harold and Mary Walters. He graduated from Wintersville High School in 1958. Tom married Mary Louise “Minnie” Ludewig on September 6, 1958, his high school sweetheart and they were married for 63 years. For forty years, Tom worked as a Crane Operator...

Thomas “Tom” E. Walters, Sr. aged 81 died peacefully in his sleep on October 21, 2021 at his home in Bradenton, Florida after a courageous battle with Lymphoma. Tom was born on April...

Mary Jo Conforti

Mary Jo Conforti, 80, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Villa Vista. She was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on August 18, 1941 a daughter of the late Jerry & Mary Gitto Zitari. She was a member of Triumph of the Cross Catholic Church. Preceding Mary Jo in death were her beloved husband, Frank J. Conforti whom she married on September 8, 1962 and he passed on October 8, 2000; stepmother Gina Fabian Zitari; stepsisters Norma Taibi & Esther...

Mary Jo Conforti, 80, of Steubenville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Villa Vista. She was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio on August 18, 1941 a daughter of the late Jerry & Mary...

Assunta M. Olivieri

Assunta M. Olivieri, 88, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Independence Court of Erie, PA. She born in Rosciano, Pescara Province, Italy on June 9, 1933 a daughter of the late Raffaele & Anna Blasioli Recinella. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church and a gifted seamstress having worked at The Hub and Denmark’s. She was well-known for her giving heart, and old-world cooking of authentic Italian cookies, pasta, sauces, porchetta, tortellini and lasagna...

Assunta M. Olivieri, 88, passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Independence Court of Erie, PA. She born in Rosciano, Pescara Province, Italy on June 9, 1933 a daughter of the late Raffaele...

Matilda M. "Tillie" Giusto

Matilda M. “Tillie” Frankovich Giusto, 97, of Mingo Junction, OH passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Trinity West. She was born in LaSalle, IL on December 19, 1923, a daughter of the late John and Anna Hobich Frankovich. She was a lifetime member of St. Agnes Catholic Church; S.N.P.J. Lodge; Gould Junior Womans Club; St. Agnes C.W.C.; Mingo Shanagu Senior Center and served on the Republican Party Election Board for over 25 years. In addition to her...

Matilda M. “Tillie” Frankovich Giusto, 97, of Mingo Junction, OH passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at Trinity West. She was born in LaSalle, IL on December 19,...

Donald R. George

Donald R. George of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on his 91st birthday at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Steubenville and served in the USAF during the Korean War. Don was a loyal member of Finley U.M. Church where he directed the choir for many years. He was a retired USPS mail carrier and an avid Notre Dame fan. Don was preceded in death by his parents Stephen S. and Florence Hadsell George and two brothers William George & Rev. Paul Dean...

Donald R. George of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on his 91st birthday at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Steubenville and served in the USAF during the Korean War....

Robert A. "Bobby" Buono

Robert A. “Bobby” Buono, 68, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021. He was born on May 22, 1953 a son of the late Philip & Martha McCombs Buono. Bobby was born with Downs Syndrome and was not expected to live a very long life, but he proved everyone wrong. He was loved by all in his family and brought much happiness and joy to all who knew him. Bobby’s kind and caring soul taught us all the meaning of unconditional love. Bobby leaves behind his...

Robert A. “Bobby” Buono, 68, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021. He was born on May 22, 1953 a son of the late Philip & Martha McCombs Buono. Bobby was...

Carol Ann O'Connor Herchak

Carol Ann O’Connor Herchak, 77, went to join her beloved husband Bill on October 5, 2021. Carol was preceded in death by her dear mother Mildred and brother Jack. Carol was an interior designer and artist, and a member of Steubenville Art Association. Carol is survived by her son Scott (Melody) Christian; niece Heather; sisters Marcy & Esther; and brothers Curtis & Mark. A private family Christian service will be conducted in Carol’s honor.

Carol Ann O’Connor Herchak, 77, went to join her beloved husband Bill on October 5, 2021. Carol was preceded in death by her dear mother Mildred and brother Jack. Carol was an interior...

Carl V. Simone

Carl V. Simone, 84, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Valley Hospice. He was born on March 8, 1937 in Steubenville, the son of the late Thomas & Margaret Testa Simone. He retired from TIMET. Carl was preceded in death by an infant son Joseph and uncle Michael “Mikey” Simone. Carl loved hunting, fishing, restoring old cars and OSU football. Carl is survived by his wife Yvonne M. Barach Simone; son Tom (Sherry) Simone of Powell, OH;...

Carl V. Simone, 84, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Valley Hospice. He was born on March 8, 1937 in Steubenville, the son of the late Thomas &...

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August 12, 2021