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MARTIN GAUGHAN

Martin James Gaughan, 82, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, with his family at his side. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA, to Robert and Catherine Gaughan. He received his bachelor’s degree from West Liberty State College and master’s and law ...

JAMES DIBIASE, JR.

James J. DiBiase Jr., 80, of Mingo Jct., died Monday, May 25, 2026 at Valley Hospice. He was born March 20, 1946 in Steubenville. He is the son of the late James Sr. and Frances Faccuito DiBiase. Also preceding him in death are two infant sons. James was retired from Wheeling Pittsburgh ...

DALE SALSBERRY JR.

Dale Eugene Salsberry, Jr., 52 of Bloomingdale, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on May 23, 2026 at his home. He was born June 5, 1973 in Steubenville, Ohio a son of Dale Salsberry, Sr. and the late Debra (Groves) Salaberry. Dale was a security supervisor with Allied Universal Security. He was ...

Edison named Most United School

RICHMOND — Teaching young people the value of volunteering and helping in their communities is important, officials with the United Way of Jefferson County said. That was the message shared Tuesday when officials recognized Edison High School as the county’s Most United School. "It's a ...

NICK BUTTO

Nick Butto, 75, of Weirton, West Virginia, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, 2026, at WVU Weirton Medical Center. Born on December 15, 1950, in Steubenville, Ohio, he was the son of the late Patsy and Eva Alvaro Butto. In addition to his parents, Nick was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 45 years, Nikki Jean Gurrera Butto, in 2016, and his brother, Anthony Butto. A proud United States Navy veteran, Nick served his country while stationed in Cuba. Following his military service, he returned home to build a life centered around family, faith, and community. He and Nikki ...

JOHN CHARLES UTZ

John Charles Utz, 90, of Follansbee, WV entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Born September 21, 1935, in Pittsburgh, PA a son of the late Edward and Katherine (Lind) Utz. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey Lola (Dodson) Utz, and his son, John Edward Utz, a daughter, Susan (Strader) Pardee, and a brother, Edward N. Utz. John “Chuck” graduated from Follansbee High School in 1953. After high school he attended West Virginia University where he was a member of the marching band and played in the Rose Bowl at halftime. In ...