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MARILYN NIXON

Marilyn Nixon, 89, of Newell passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She was born on December 8, 1935, in Lennyville, the daughter of the late Harold and Elenora (Sevin) Miller. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard (Dick) Nixon; a son, Richard Nixon Jr.; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Nixon; and a great-granddaughter, Tessa. She was also preceded by two brothers, Frank and Harold Miller; and a sister, Genevieve McDole. Marilyn was a lifelong resident of the Newell area. She was owner/operator of Nixon Cleaning ...

JAMES PATTERSON

James Wesley Patterson, 82, of Weirton, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025. In accordance with his wishes, there will be no formal services at this time. Share tributes and condolences at www.grecohertnick. com.

MARTHA GONZALES

Martha Juanetta Hercules Gonzales, 92, of Weirton, passed Thursday 11/13. Visit Monday 11/17 from 11am until service at 12pm, Steel & Wolfe, Penco Rd., Weirton.

EVELYN WOODS

Mrs. Evelyn Lena Woods, a daughter of the late Ike and Ethel Thomas, was born on February 8, 1939, in Weirton, WV, and called to rest on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at home in Weirton Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 17, 2025, at Morning Star Baptist Church 3124 Weir Ave, Weirton, WV. Visiting hours will be from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, followed by a Homegoing Service at 1:00 PM. Arrangements entrusted to Vinson Mortuary, Steubenville, OH.

ROBERT BARKER

Robert Lewis “Bobby” Barker, 74, a beloved brother, father, grandfather, and guiding light to his family, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 31, 2025. He is now reunited with his mother, Dana Roselle Barker, and his oldest brother, Keith Alan Monroe. Visitation will be at 3PM on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Vinson Mortuary, 711 N. Fifth Street, Steubenville, OH with a funeral service at 4PM. Arrangements entrusted to Vinson Mortuary, Steubenville, OH

DONALD MIECZKOWSKI

Donald S. Miecz- kowski, 78, of Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 6, 1947, in Steubenville, Ohio, Donny was the son of the late Sylvester “Babe” and Mary (Grajewski) Mieczkowski. He graduated from St. ...