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April 2009
Roger L. Radabaugh
Captain Roger L. “Rod” Radabaugh, U. S. Army Reserves, Retired, 85, of Fleming, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2009 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
He was born on October 16, 1923, at Constitution, Ohio, to Walter and Florence Rogers Radabaugh, graduated from Marietta High School with the class of 1941. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army serving in World War II with 26 months in the South Pacific and the Korean War with 12 months in Korea. He was a graduate of Officers Candidate School in Fort Riley, Kansas, and was a member of the American Legion. He was retired from the State of Ohio as a claims supervisor with the Bureau of Unemployment and was also a farmer. He is a member of the Cutler Chapel Church.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Dennis Radabaugh; daughter Pamela (Dan) Adriance of Clearwater, FL; sons: Kenneth Radabaugh of Belpre and Reginald (Joyce) Radabaugh of Vincent; grandson Robert Andrew (Jessica) Blum, raised in the home, and serving 3rd duty in Iraq, stepdaughter Robin Blum (Bill) Fritz of Franklin, TN, and stepson Ronald (Melody) Blum of Fleming, 15 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Rod is also survived by his Aunt Chloe Roberts of Harrisville, WV; sister-in-law Rose Radabaugh of Utica, OH, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Ruth Wamsley Radabaugh and 2 nephews.
Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. On line condolences may be shared at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Terrence M. Morris
Terrence M. Morris, 61, of Fifth Street, passed away at his home on Monday evening, April 27, 2009, after losing his battle to pancreatic cancer.
He was born in Marietta on December 19, 1947, the only child of Carl Leslie and Claire Mendenhall Morris. He was Vice-President of Alliance Industries. Terry graduated from Marietta High School with the class of 1965 and graduated in 1969 from Marietta College where he earned a degree in Physics. He then went on to earn a PhD in Electrical Engineering from The California Institute of Technology and graduated from Harvard Business School in 1977. He was very actively involved in crew and was on the first Marietta High School crew team. While at Marietta College he was proud to be on 3 Dad Vail winning Varsity 8 boats. These achievements lead to his induction into the Marietta College Athletic Hall of Fame in 2001. He was a strong supporter of Marietta College and was a member of Marietta College Trustees for several years. At MC he taught several classes as an adjunct professor and coached women’s crew for a short time and led the women’s varsity 4 to a Dad Vail championship. Apart from his accomplishments, Terry was an avid reader who genuinely loved learning. He had a vast curiosity for the world and was constantly pursuing to understand and appreciate it and the people in it. He truly loved attending his 4 children’s sporting events and doing projects with them.
On December 31, 1989, he married Melissa Joseph who survives with 2 sons and 2 daughters: Terrence Morris, Jr., Matthew Morris, Hannah Morris and Emma Morris all at home.
A gathering will be held in remembrance of Terry on Tuesday, May 5th from 6:30 pm at The Galley Banquet Room, 203 Second Street. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. On line condolences may be shared at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Captain Roger L. Radabaugh
Captain Roger L. Radabaugh, U. S. Army Reserves, Retired, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2009, at Marietta Memorial Hospital. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Eva V. Joy
Eva V. Joy, 97, of Victoria Avenue in Williamstown, passed away at 2:40 pm on Tuesday, April 28, 2009, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on June 30, 1911, a daughter of James and Cora Briggs Dye. She was a graduate from Williamstown High School. Eva was a LPN and did private duty nursing and had been employed at Otto Brothers prior to her nursing career. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Williamstown.
Eva married Arville Joy who preceded her in death. She is survived by 1 son and 1 daughter: James E. (Susan) Joy of Proctorville, OH and Sue Ellen Joy of Clemmons, NC, grandsons Jeff and Jon Joy and 2 great grandchildren.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by 9 brothers and sisters.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 30, at 2:30 at Williamstown Baptist Church with Pastor Jim Mike Ward officiating. Calling hours will begin at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home after 4:00 on Thursday afternoon and on Friday at 1:30 pm at the church. On line condolences may be shared at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Bonnie B. Patterson
Bonnie B. Patterson, 66, of Marietta, passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2009, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on February 17, 1943, in Marietta, a daughter of Virginia and Judd Hollister. Bonnie attended Marietta High School and worked at Speedway. She was a member of the Open Door Baptist Church. She was a devoted mother and grandmother and enjoyed her dogs.
On April 27, 2002, she married Russell Patterson who survives with her children: son James R. Science, Jr. and his wife Connie of Hassfurt, Germany, and their children Sandra, Shandi and Tina and grandchildren, Samantha, Ashly and Bakr; daughter Teri Klase and her husband David and their child: Brienna and her husband Howard and their children Kyle and Jayden Derenberger and granddaughter Chasiti Science all of Marietta; son Ronald “Scott” Science and his children Ronald Science, Jr. and Miranda Science of Marietta and Brittany Science of Florida and great granddaughter Kaylyn of Marietta. Also surviving are 2 stepsons: Kenneth Patterson and Keith Patterson and his wife Sandra and their children Samantha, Amanda and Russell Patterson all of Marietta and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her step father who raised her, Jack Kimble, her daughter Tonya Ward and brother Jerry J. Kimble.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Pastor Lloyd Mayes officiating. Burial will be in Gravel Bank Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 2:00 pm on Thursday at the funeral home. On line condolences may be shared at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Betty C. Flora
Betty C. Flora, 88, former resident of Crestview Hills, KY, and Belpre, OH, passed away on Saturday, April 25, 2009, in Cincinnati.
She was born on January 17, 1921, in Lowell, OH a daughter of Harry J. and Elizabeth Born Wenzel. Betty was a graduate of Salem Liberty High School with the class of 1939. She had been employed by the Public Debt in Parkersburg, WV and later by the Internal Revenue Service in Covington, KY, as a Personnel Manager. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend. Betty was a leader and contributor to every community she joined. She and her husband “snowbirded” at Paradise Bay in Bradenton, FL, from 1983-200l. She was an active member of the Immanuel United Methodist Church of Lakeside Park, KY, and formerly a member of Belpre First Methodist Church, and Eastern Star.
On August 10, 1943, Betty married Virgil H. Flora who preceded her in death on March 20, 2003. She is survived by one son and one daughter: V. Randall Flora and his partner Bonnie J. McMurray of Fairfield, OH, and Patricia S. Flora-Kersen and her husband Lawrence of Boonton Township, NJ; granddaughter Mackenzie L. Kersen, sister Ethel E. Newhart of Boonton (formerly of Marietta) and sister Dorothy M. Casella of Proctorville.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister Leona Haas and her brother Hayward (Dick) Wenzel.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 29th, at 1:30 p.m. at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home, Marietta, OH. Burial will be in Salem Township Cemetery. Calling hour at the funeral home will be on Wednesday from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Alois Alzheimers Center, 70 Damon Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45264 or Hospice of Southwest Ohio, 7625 Camargo Road, Cincinnati, OH 45243. On line condolences may be shared at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
L. Lucille Bartmess
L. Lucille Bartmess, 79, of Dart passed away at 2:30 am on Friday, April 24, 2009, at Heartland of Marietta.
She was born on August 25, 1929, at Archers Fork, a daughter of Raymond and Amanda Thomas Westbrook. Lucille was a graduate of Lawrence High School in 1947 as Valedictorian of her class. She was a member of Eddy’s Ridge Church of Christ and a homemaker.
On April 20, 1948, she married Gale Bartmess who survives with 1 son and 2 daughters: John (Natalie) Bartmess of Parkersburg, Judy (Michael) Henderhan and Diane Griffin both of Marietta, 6 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren. Also surviving are 2 sisters: Janie Eddy and Sara Lou (Ray) Becker and 2 brothers: Alfred (Janice) Westbrook and Delbert (Margaret) Westbrook, sister-in-law Jerry Westbrook and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 infant son Marvin, 1 sister Goldie Wagner and 1 brother Ralph Westbrook.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 28th, at 11:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. Burial will be in Lawrence Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday afternoon from 2:00 with family present from 2 until 4 and 6 until 8.
Sandra Sue (Dobbins) Adams
Sandra Sue (Dobbins) Adams, 50, of Belpre passed away 1:29 pm Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born July 17, 1958 in Beverly to Walter F. and Anna Belle Hawkins Dobbins. Sandra lived most of her life in the Lowell area and attended Lowell Elementary and Fort Frye High School where she graduated with the class of 1976. As a child she attended Good Hope Baptist Church and later Virgil Waugh’s nondenominational church in Marietta. At 16 years of age she started working as a nursing assistant and was employed by Marie Antoinette and the Marietta Center for 30 years, recently she had been employed by McHappys Donuts. She loved for caring the disabled and caring for and being active with her grandson Sean McGee.
Surviving are her husband, David Adams, her daughter Nyoka McGee and grandson Sean of the home. Also surviving is her sister Roberta (Tom) Pugh, brother Tim (Judy) Dobbins of both of Lowell, and sister Becky Dennis of Marietta. Nieces Crystal Campbell and Sarenda McComis and nephews Dale, John, and Wesley Johnson; Dustin, Josh and Adam McKnight.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by an infant brother and sister, as well as her sister Patsy Johnson.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 pm, Monday April 27th at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6 pm Saturday until the hour of service. The family will be present Saturday 6 to 8 and on Sunday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8. Online condolences may be sent at www.mslfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home.
Earl Albert Caldwell
Earl Albert Caldwell, 82, of Marietta, passed away on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 at his home.
He was born July 7th, 1926 at Arends Ridge, the only child of the late Ernest Ford and Hilma Katherine Dauber Caldwell. He graduated from Marietta High School with the Class of 1944. He was a veteran of the United States Army and served as a Sergeant during World War II in the Asia-Pacific Theater. After proudly serving his country, he returned to Marietta where he later began his career at BF Goodrich. He retired from his Foreman position in 1985.
On September 22nd, 1956, he married Dorothy Marie Vickers, who survives with three daughters, Jean Ann Caldwell, Nancy Caldwell, Nina (Les) McCutcheon, all of Marietta; one son, Ernest Caldwell, of Dunwoody, Georgia; and three granddaughters, Megan, Stephanie, and Emily McCutcheon, of Marietta. He is also survived by one brother-in-law, Donald Vickers; three sisters-in-law, Ethel Wunderlich, Bessie Jean and Louise Vickers, all of Marietta; and many nieces and nephews.
He was a member of the Tunnel United Methodist Church. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. He was interested in antique cars, tractors, steam engines, trains, and air shows but most of all he was always helping family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, five uncles, Russell, Curtis, Willis, Charles, and Elmer Caldwell; and five aunts, Mable Caldwell, Mildred Duckworth, Florence Knoch, Zelma Biehl, and Ellen Sarver. He was also preceded in death by his father- and mother-in-law, Harry and Bessie Vickers; two brothers-in-law, Carl Vickers and Herman Wunderlich; and one sister-in-law, Doris Ann Vickers.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday (April 25) at 11:00 am at Tunnel United Methodist Church with Reverend Richard Thomas officiating. Burial will be in Tunnel Cemetery with full military rites. Friends may call at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home from 2:00 on Friday afternoon and one hour before the service on Saturday at the church. On line condolences may be made at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Memorial donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Tunnel United Methodist Church.
Margaret L. Spindler
Margaret L. Spindler, 96, of Marietta, passed away at her home on Friday, April 17, 2009 at 10:40 am.
She was born on May 12, 1912, in Stanleyville, Ohio, to Edward and Edith Miller Trautner. She was a member of Souls Harbor Baptist Church and the Ladies Society of the Church and a homemaker. Margaret enjoyed quilting, gardening and watching baseball on TV. Her love of children through baby sitting in her home served many families for many years.
On May 9, 1942, Margaret married Ralph Spindler who preceded her in death on July 31, 1972. She is survived by one son and one daughter: Ron (Mary Ann) Spindler of Riverdale, Utah, and Janet Quimby of Marietta; 3 grandchildren: Jeff Quimby of Marietta, Brian (Mary Ann) Spindler and Stephanie Wilson of Utah; 2 great grandchildren: Kaden Wilson and Kameryn Wilson. She is also survived by her sister Alvena Devol of Williamstown and 1 brother-in-law Dale Hendershot of Marietta.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son-in-law Ronald Quimby, and 2 brothers and 3 sisters: Merlin Trautner, Walter Trautner, Ruby Lowe, Betty Hendershot and Mildred Tullius.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday (April 23) at 1:30 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:00 on Wednesday afternoon with family present from 5 until 8 in the evening.
Roger Lee Allberry
Roger Lee Allberry, 57, of Watertown, passed away at 8:00 am on Saturday, April 18, 2009, at his home.
He was born in Marietta on October 4, 1951, a son of Irville Ray and Edna Marie White Allberry. Roger graduated from Marietta High School with the class of 1971. He was employed as a professional truck driver, was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force during Vietnam, enjoyed ham radio (W8RLA), collecting guns and watching John Wayne movies.
On June 24, 1973, he married Sharon Sims who survives with 4 sons: Scott Allberry and his wife Tatum of Cairo, WV, Joe Allberry and his wife Kristie of Barlow, Jason Allberry and his wife Beci of Cambridge, Bryan Allberry and his wife Sheila of Zanesville, grandchildren: Amanda, Katie, Seth, Kayla, Tyara, Justin, Jordan, Dawson, Liberti, Justice, Chad, Tyler, Alex, Raven, Shiloh, Shamen and Tiffany. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday (April 22) at 10:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:00 on Tuesday afternoon. On line condolences may be shared at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Ernest “Ernie” Morrison
Ernest “Ernie” Morrison, 60, of Marietta passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2009, at 10:20 am at his home.
He was born on August 28, 1948, in Warren, Ohio, a son of Raymond Owen Morrison. Ernie graduated from Fort Frye High School in 1967. He was a 6 year Army veteran who served 2 tours in Viet Nam. He was employed for 32 years by the U. S. Postal Service as a postman whose routes included Colegate Drive, Fifth, Sixth and Seventh Streets. He loved his job and customers. His hobbies were photography, camping and trains. He had a craft business for 20 years.
On February 12, 1977, he married Deborah Wilson who survives with one son and one daughter: Christopher (Srim Placides) Morrison of Columbus and Elizabeth “Libby” Boersma of Parkersburg; his beloved grandchildren Caleb Boersma, Audrey Schnell, Connor Schnell and Asher Morrison. He is also survived by his sisters, June Liston who helped care for him, Patricia Liston of Beverly, and brother Richard Morrison of Parkersburg, special family friends Sandi and Cameron Weckbacker and Tee and Kay Gillis, several nieces, nephews and constant companions: Munchi, Shasta and Sophie.
He was preceded in death by his father, infant son Charles Morrison, twin sister Ernestine Francis, brother Walton Morrison, brother-in-law John Liston and his very special long time friends, Jane and Ken Eddy.
The family would like to thank Hospice and Strecker Cancer Center for all the special care they gave Ernie.
Funeral services will be held on Monday (April 20) at 1:30 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Salem Township Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home beginning at 2:00 on Sunday afternoon with family present from 2 until 4 and from 6 until 8. Memorial contributions in Ernie’s memory may be made to Hospice or the Ohio Valley Humane Society. On line condolences are available at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Charles W. Benson
Charles William Benson, 65, of Warren Township, Marietta, passed away at his home at 3:53 am on Wednesday, April 15, 2009.
He was born on February 20, 1944, in Newport a son of Charles C. Benson and Gertrude Matheny of Newport. He was employed by Marietta Ignition. He enjoyed caring for his dogs, rabbits, birds and loved all animals.
On May 9, 1964, he married Mary Felter who survives with 2 sons and 1 daughter: Mark (Vicki) Benson, Tammy Myers both of the home and Ronald Myers of Marietta, former daughter-in-law Tina Camden and special friend Denvir Randolph grandchildren: Matthew, Joshua, and Ashley Benson and Andrew Holtz, 7 step grandchildren, and 3 step great grandchildren. Also surviving are 1 brother and 8 sisters: Dearrell (Gladys) Benson, Marilyn (Chuck) Shankland, Sandra (Jimmy) Cooke, Nancy (Jim) Murphy, Janet (Tom) Grahame, Bonnie (Ed) Delong, Christine Decker, Anna (Joe) Huck and Wilma (Ralph) Carpenter, several aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father, 1 son Billy Benson, and 1 sister Donna Yerian.
Funeral services will be held on Friday (April 17) at 10:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Lund Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday after 2:00 pm. On line condolences may be shared at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
Lincoln Hess
Lincoln Clarke Hess, 78, died on April 5, 2009, at Heartland of Marietta. Born June 19, 1930, to the late Whitney and Barbara Bardill Hess, he had a happy childhood growing up in Marietta. As a teenager he worked at the “Piplate”, the Hess’ family restaurant on 3rd Street and at school he played trumpet in the band and also lettered in track and football.
In the Air Force he worked on B-36 bombers and played football for the Carswell AFB team as they won the National Armed Services Championship in 1951. With the rank of Sergeant he returned to Marietta where he worked for many years at Alfco-Rokeby, D.A. Kuhn, and others before retiring in 1995.
“Ace” was an excellent bowler and enjoyed hunting, motorcycles and pinochle. After 25 years he started playing trumpet again and joined the Wood County Recreation Band and the Doug Hess Orchestra.
Although he was never married and had no children he treated his brother’s children as his own. A visit from Uncle Lincoln was always special and his generosity was unsurpassed. He never forgot any of his nieces and nephews or their children and they will never forget his kindness.
He is survived by his two brothers, Douglas Phelps Hess of Vienna, WV and Bardill Hess of Akron, OH.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday (April 16) at 3:30 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with full military rites. Family will greet friends at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 6 until 8. Memorial donations may be made to Marietta College Girls Softball Team. On line condolences available at: www.mslfuneralhome.com.
George E. Slater
George Edward “Mope” Slater, 91, of Marietta, passed away on Wednesday evening, April 1, 2009, at Bradenton, Florida.
He was born in Marietta on March 24, 1918, the son of Clyde W. and Lucy Williamson Slater. He graduated from Marietta High School where he was active in football and basketball. He was a well-known softball pitcher in the area and later in life an avid golfer. He served in the U. S. Navy during World War II and retired from Union Carbide Metals after 30 years service.
He was married to Ruth Frances Reed who preceded him in death. Surviving is his daughter Judith Lynn (Bob) Coil and a sister Lois Reed both of Marietta; 2 grandchildren, Robert and Stephanie Coil and 2 great grandchildren, Meredith and Adam Coil and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son, Stephen Reed Slater, a sister, Norma Jean Lemmon and a brother David H. Slater.
Funeral services will be held on Monday (April 6) at East Lawn Memorial Park Mausoleum at 11:00 am. Family will greet friends from 10:00 until 11:00. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice and Home Nursing, 210 S. Seventh Street, Marietta, OH 45750. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Earl “Regis” Mollohan
Earl “Regis” Mollohan, 75. of Waterford, passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at Heartland of Marietta.
He was born on August 30, 1933, in Parkersburg to Earl and Charlotte Riffle Mollohan. He retired from B. F. Goodrich and RJF International in 1995. He served in the U. S. Army in Germany from 1954 to 1956. He was a member of American Legion for 35 years and loved fishing, hunting, camping when he was able, woodworking and helping his friends and he loved his grandchildren.
On March 28, 1953, he married Ruth Reese who survives with 2 children: Cathy (Steve) Offenberger of Waterford and Bill (Annalee) Mollohan of North Carolina; 2 grandsons: Greg (Debbi) Offenberger of Dayton and Brice Mollohan of North Carolina; 2 granddaughters: Kristi (Josh) Mettler of Waterford and Lacey Mollohan of North Carolina; 4 great grandchildren: Haden and Hadley Offenberger of Dayton and Kaylor and Gavin Mettler of Waterford. Also surviving are: niece Linda (Ken) Santoro and nephew Allen (Cindy) Mollohan; 3 brothers-in-law: Glen Reese of Sunbury, Mike (Carol) Hendrickson of Williamstown and Gene (Chris) Hendrickson of Marietta; 2 aunts, 1 uncle and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers, 2 sisters-in-law: Carol Sue Reece and Eileen Reese, brother-in-law Ron Reece.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday (April 4) at 11:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Salem Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home beginning Friday afternoon at 2:00 with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
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