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ROBERT SMITH

Robert C. (Bob) Smith, 86, formerly of Toronto, residing in Richmond, VA, went to be with his Lord Jesus on May 30, 2024. Services will be held at Starkdale Presbyterian Church on June 15. Visitation at 10 a.m., service at 11 a.m. with lunch to follow. Bob’s arrangements are in the care of J. E. Foster Funeral Homes, Inc., in Toronto, OH. www.jefosterfh.com

MARY SPETEK

Mary Madeline Spetek, beloved wife, mother, and pillar of her church community, peacefully passed away at Evergreen Personal Care Home in Washington, PA, under the caring hearts of Concordia Hospice Services on Thursday, June 6. She was born on February 6, 1928, in Houston, PA, to the loving embrace of Edmund and Anna Rodenski Cononge, and was one of four cherished children. Mary’s journey through life was marked by warmth, devotion, and a steadfast commitment to her loved ones. She received her education at the Chartiers-Houston School District, where she laid the foundation for ...

MICHAEL MERCER

Michael Anthony Mercer 46, of Wellsburg, WV passed away June 6, 2024, at Trinity Hospital, Steubenville, OH. Michael was born September 26, 1977, in Wheeling, WV to Pamela Sue Nolan Mercer and the late Jerry Brent Mercer. In addition to his father Michael was preceded in death by his sister Jody Lee Mercer. Mike attended Brooke High School where he graduated in 1995. Michael was a Journeymen Union Pipefitter for Union Local 495, following in his father’s footsteps. In addition to his mother, Michael is survived by his wife Lorena Febo Mercer, fur baby and best friend ...

JACK PARNOS

Jack Parnos, a lifelong resident of Weirton, WV, passed away on June 4, 2024, at the age of 83. Jack was born on October 28, 1940, in Weirton, where he spent his entire life. He graduated from Weir High School and bravely served his country during the Vietnam War with the US Army, where ...

CHARLES “DUKE” JAMES

Charles “Duke” James, 86, a resident of Bloomingdale, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2024 at Lancia Vista Royale. He was born May 21, 1938 in Steubenville, Ohio. He leaves behind a legacy of love and passion for the outdoors, trains, and planes. Known for being a man of few ...

PATRICIA VAN BENEDEN

It was a glorious day on March 26th, 1942, when Patricia Dematte was born to Sarah Henry and William Harold Demette. Pat graduated in 1960 from Dillonvale High School with honors. She then attended Elliots Business School in Wheeling, WV. A year later, she enrolled at the Ohio University and continued to work in the main office of the New Co-Oper- ations Company. She graduated with honors from OU and received her master’s degree. She met the love of her life, Jerry VanBenden. After a short romance, they married at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Tiltonsville. Ohio, on June 5th, ...