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SR. ISABEL BETTWY

Sr. Isabel Bettwy, 91, died Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, West Virginia after a short illness. Sister was born on November 4, 1933 in Altoona, Pennsylvania to Mildred C. (Long) and Leo P. Bettwy. Sister is a 1951 graduate of Altoona Catholic High School. ...

THELMA FIRMAN

Thelma Louise Firman, 82, of Weirton, WV, passed Saturday, July 19, 2025 at Serra Manor, Weirton. She was born March 29, 1943 in Steubenville, OH, daughter of the late Wayne and Laura Walter Gorrell. She is also preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, David A. Firman, Sr. (Sept. ...

BRUCE CHARLES BOWERS

MARCH 16, 1950 - JULY 19, 2025 Bruce Charles Bowers, 75, of Steubenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2025. Born to Charles L. Bowers and Ida Floto Bowers, Bruce spent his career working many roles at Wheeling-Pittsburgh Steel, finishing as a strand operator before the mill’s closure. Afterward, he returned to school and earned his business degree with honors from Eastern Gateway Community College. Bruce was known for his generosity, strong work ethic, and sense of humor. One of his lifelong callings was caring for his family, friends, and the less ...

BETTY SIMS

Betty Jean Sims, 89, of Weirton, WV passed away Monday July 21, 2025 at Weirton Geriatric Center in Weirton, WV. She was born March 22, 1936 in Weirton, WV a daughter of the late Theodore & Marie (Gindea) Pavel. She is also preceded in death by her husband Clarence William “Buck” Sims, sisters Vicky & Mary, brothers Theodore, George, & John, a son Blaine & grandsons Brandon & Eric. Surviving is 2 daughters Edwina Thilmony of Kentucky, Sharon Clancey of Pittsburgh, PA, 2 sons Brad (Carolyn) Sims of Weirton, WV & Wayne Sims of Weirton, WV. One sister Genovive Marriner of ...

ROSE GIAMPOLO

Rosemary Joan Giampolo, 92, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away Saturday July 19, 2025, at home. She was born January 21, 1933 in Mingo Junction, OH, a daughter of the late George J. and Anna (Buselov) Babela. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony P. ...

ELLEN HUNT

Ellen G. Hunt, 88, of Richmond, Ohio, was called home on July 20, 2025 surrounded by her family. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family and friends will be remembered always. She leaves behind a legacy of love, and she will be missed beyond measure. She was born on July ...