Cecil Bernard Thompson
Cecil Bernard Thompson, 82, of Oak Grove, died peacefully "at home", which was his wife’s last request, on July 24, 2010. He went to join his wife of 61 years, Mary, whom he lost on April 26, 2010, and for whom he has grieved deeply.
He was born March 29, 1928 in Greenwood, W.Va., to William Ralston Thompson and Rachel Richards Thompson Hoover. When he was just a teenager, he worked at the Fenton Art Glass Company; later went to work at the River Gas Company; the Marietta Concrete Company, among other various odd jobs; lastly he worked at the Dravo Corporation where he was a grinder and welder retiring in 1984 after open heart surgery forced him to take disability. He then took up wood working for a way of occupying his time and he built beautiful cradles for his grandchildren. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing with his wife and taking his grandchildren on trips. His six grandchildren grew up thinking their grandpa "could do everything". He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
On September 3, 1948, he married Mary, the former Mary Lou Born, and they had three children who survive: Merry Ann (Alan) Van Dyke of Marietta; Bernard (Janet) Thompson of Whipple; and Linda (Doug) Rowley of Parkersburg. There are six grandchildren: Brent (Amanda) Van Dyke of Seattle, WA; Bryon (Becky) Thompson of Cutler, OH; Phillip (Katrina) of Whipple, OH; Lori Thompson (Joe) Cochran of Egg Harbor Township, NJ; and Stephen & Rebekah Rowley of Parkersburg, WV; and four great grandchildren: Kyle and Casey Thompson of Cutler, OH; and Jacob and Joshua Cochran of Egg Harbor Township, NJ. He had two loving caregivers: Bonnie Laubert and Joyce Haney who he loved as daughters. Also surviving is one sister Kathleen (James) Proffitt of Parkersburg and one brother Edward Thompson of Williamstown; two sister-in-laws Betty Born (who he loved dearly) and Helen Smith; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, three brothers: Virgil, Denzil, and Charles; and two sisters: Opal Sutton and Dorothy Flesher.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday (July 28th) at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Reverend Richard Heller and Pastor Gabe Davis officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call the funeral home on Tuesday beginning at 2:00 with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
Ruth I. Sandford
Ruth I. Sandford, 90, of Glendale Road, Marietta, passed away at 12:15 pm on Friday, July 23, 2010 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on October 22, 1919, in Marietta a daughter of George and Loverna Lunsford Starkey. She retired in 2003 from the Washington County Public Library where she was known for her program “Crafts with Ruth”. She enjoyed sewing and reading and was a member of Wagner Union Church.
On July 5, 1938, she married Gerald Sandford who preceded her in death. Ruth is survived by 3 daughters: Cindy Gandee of Smithfield, VA, Christie (David) Whiting of Fairborn, OH, and Lori (J.P.) Swaney of Marietta; grandchildren: Meredith Marchant, Gary Gandee, Jr., John and Scott Sandford, Peggy Becker, Andrew Whiting, Megan Williams, several great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Stephen Sandford, brothers, Ray and Harley Starkey, half sister Trella Worstell and half brother Charles Simmons.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday (July 27th) at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Pastor Gene Ferrell officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 6-8.
Susan (Susie) S. Gallagher - Schmidt/Reed
Susan S. Gallagher - Schmidt/Reed, 80 of Marietta passed away at 7:56 pm on Friday, July 23, 2010, at her home.
She was born September 4th, 1929 in Newport, Ohio to Lewis Wetzel and Margaret Jane Sparks-Gallagher. She retired from Washington County Home Nursing. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 64 and United Methodist Church of Brownsville, Ohio.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband Ralph Denver Schmidt, February 26, 1996, and second husband William Arthur Reed, September 9th, 2004; two brothers, Floyd Sparks and Walter Sparks; two sisters, Lucille Carpenter and Dorothy Sparks; one son, Harry Edwin Schmidt; three grandchildren, Terry Lynn Leasure, Franklin John Schmidt, and baby infant girl; and two nephews.
She is survived by two sons, Roy D. (Tammy) Schmidt of Columbus, Ohio, Larry D. (Gayla) Schmidt of Marietta, Ohio; four daughters, Roxie F. (John) Schmidt-Baker of Mount Gilead, Ohio, Judy L. (Gene) Schmidt-Cruse of Shadyside, Ohio, Linda S. Schmidt-Anderson and Doug Robinson of Woodsfield, Ohio, and Tina M. (Eddie) Schmidt-Pinkerton of Belmont, West Virginia; and twenty grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren; seven nieces and one nephew.
Following her wishes, McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting with cremation arrangements. Donation and flowers may be sent to local nursing homes in her memory.
Louis F. Hackathorn
Louis F. Hackathorn, 85, of Marietta, passed away at 11:30 pm on Sunday, July 18, 2010, at Heartland of Marietta.
He was born on February 14, 1925, in Wheeling, WV, to Marion and Virginia Little Hackathorn. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Navy and had been employed at the Marietta Plant of American Cyanamid for 35 years, retiring in 1987.
Louis married Glenda Williamson who preceded him in death. He is survived by 2 daughters: Patricia Jean Hackathorn of Orlando, FL and Nancy Rebecca Thompson of Pahrump, NV, brother Hollis Hackathorn of Las Vegas, NV, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, sisters: Nancy Hackathorn and Peggy Buchanan and brother David Hackathorn.
Visitation will be held on Thursday (July 22nd) from 11:00 until 2:00 at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home followed by a full military graveside service at 2:30 at East Lawn Memorial Park.
Sumner “Sam”A. Mercer
Sumner A. “Sam” Mercer, 94, of Marietta, passed away on Monday, July 12, 2010, at Marietta Center.
He was born on October 1, 1915, in Marietta to Charles and Inez Mercer. He had been employed at Brickwede Furniture Company, Union Carbide and was a custodian at Peoples Bank. Sam enjoyed raising cattle, coon hunting, mowing grass and flower gardening.
On June 16, 1947, Sam married Olive Hanes who survives with 1 daughter, Shirley Mercer, 1 stepdaughter, Charlotte Connolly and 1 stepson, Marvin (Shelby) Hanes; grandchildren: Mark (Dee) Connolly, Tim (Zoe) Connolly, Teresa (Fred) Stone, Sandra (Jim) Briesemister, Marvin Hanes, Jr., Pamela (Bob) Kirkland Debby Patterson, Teresa (Duane) Gallion, Susan (Radney) Whipkey, Theodora (Chuck) Hesson, Glen LeMaster, Hank Allender, Paul Sebring, Duane Sebring, Vernon Sebring, Faron Sebring, Debby Wright and several great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Betty Surrena, granddaughter Elizabeth Allender, grandson Jessie Surrena, son Charles Mercer, stepdaughter Shirley Binegar Nameth, brother Elmer Mercer, and sister Irene Conley.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday (July 15th) at 1:00 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Pastor Gale Lauderman officiating. Burial will be in Brabham Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday after 2:00 pm with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
Robert E. Pritchett
Robert E. Pritchett, 58, of Marietta, passed away at 12:30 am on Sunday, July 11, 2010, at OSU Medical Center in Columbus.
He was born in Marietta on August 9, 1951, a son of Edwin and Ethel Davis Pritchett. He was employed by RJF for 34 years and had served in the U. S. Army in Korea.
He was married to Sun Yon “Marie” Kim who survives with 3 brothers: Donald (Kitty) Pritchett, Virgil (Chris) Pritchett and Richard (Virginia) Pritchett. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Alfred Pritchett and sister Thelma Southall.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 16th, at 2:00 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Newport Cemetery with full military honors. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:00 pm on Thursday with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
Maxine Cassady
(Marjorie) Maxine Cassady, 72, of Marietta, passed away on Tuesday, July 6, 2010, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on April 28, 1938, in Marietta a daughter of Russell and Mary Scarbrough McCloud. She was married to William W. Cassady who preceded her in death on January 21, 2007.
Maxine is survived by 3 sons: Chris (Vonda) Cassady, William J. Cassady, Larry (Paula) Cassady all of Marietta; 3 grandchildren: William W. Cassady II, Carla (Alan) Archer, Arron (Heather) Cassady, great granddaughter Andrea Lynn Cassady and step mother Jean Brothers. She is also survived by 6 brothers: Raymond, Larry, Jimmy, Danny, Michael, and Russell McCloud; 4 sisters: Janet McIntosh, Dee Ward, Kelli Howell, and Randa McCloud.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, Russell Harold McCloud, Jr., 4 sisters: Leora Callihan, Rosa “Pinky” Kostelnik, Gina Mae McCloud, and Kimberly Dawn McCloud.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday (July 8th) at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Reverend Mariesa McCloud officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday after 2:00 pm with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
Victor Oley Groves
Victor Oley Groves, 81, of Marietta, passed away 6:52 am on June 29, 2010 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
He was born December 26, 1928 in Sand Ridge WV, to Oley Lewis and Bessie Ruth (Linger) Groves. Victor was a 1947 graduate of Vincent High School and had been employed at DuPont until his retirement. He was a member of Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 1823 and was a volunteer with the Barlow Volunteer Fire Dept. Victor enjoyed Rving, traveling and word puzzles. Victor was a member of the Layman United Methodist Church, but recently he had been attending the Sandhill United Methodist Church.
On June 26, 1948 he married Wanda June Shook who passed away May 2, 1993.
Surviving is his wife Loraine Hale and his children Vikki Campbell (Larry) of Ashland, OH, Rhonda Shafer of Amanda, OH, Timm Groves of Columbus, OH and Theresa Dick (David) of Brighton, MI. Also surviving are grandchildren Stephanie Brockelsby, Richard “Rich” Cook, Clayton Napieracz, Chad and Dusty Lane and great grandchildren Shandi, Heather, Thaddeus “Thad”, Nathaniel “Nate”, Anya, and Maggie. A sister Grace Wells (Gene) of Belpre also survives.
In addition to his parents and first wife, sisters Loretta Raybuck and Virginia Bartmess, a twin brother Virgil and a son-in-law Donn Shafer preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held 2 pm on Friday, July 2nd at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Pastor Wendy Erb officiating. Burial will follow in Barlow Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 2 pm Thursday and the family will be present from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 to greet friends.
Meltha Wise Beckwith
Meltha Wise Beckwith, 85, of Marietta passed away 7:48 pm June 28, 2010 at the Arbors of Marietta.
She was born on July 22, 1924 in Braddock, PA a daughter of Charles H. and Vista E. (Stoner) Wise. Meltha had attended the Minerva High School in Canton. After moving to Marietta she owned and operated the Sandwich Shop and later the Oasis Confectionary. Meltha also worked at many of the local McHappy’s Bake Shops. She enjoyed Bingo, cooking, baking, gardening and especially her grandchildren.
In 1945 she married Ira Beckwith who preceded her in death on September 16, 1998.
Surviving are her children Tom Beckwith (Sally) of Vienna, Susan Masters of Williamstown, and Diane Brown (Nelson) of Cincinnati. Also surviving are grandchildren Tara Beckwith, Sarah Wells, Brian Masters, Tim Masters, Rob Brown, and Nathan Brown and great grandchildren Taylor and Daley Wells, Kelcei, Kayla and Kylee Masters, Tyler and Kelsey Brown, Jarett Masters and Silas Brown and great great grandson Christopher Dean Conley. Meltha is also survived by brothers and sisters: Hazel Stout of Belpre, Harold Wise, Eddie Wise, Jeanie Shaffer, Sandy Frakes, Norman Wise and Gloria Myers all of Canton.
In addition to her parents and husband, a grand daughter Heather Brown and brothers Warren, Jack and Junior Wise and sisters Opal Wilson and Jerry Slomsky preceded her in death.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the American Heart Assoc. or the American Cancer Society. The family would like to thank Dr. Bob Paul Erdelyi for his special care of Meltha
Sandra Perdew
Sandra Perdew, 68, of Marietta passed away 10 am, June 28, 2010 at her home.
She was born June 3, 1942 to Donald and Louise (Robbins) Howard in Middleboro MA. Sandra was a 1960 graduate of Middleboro High School and after coming to Marietta she had been employed at HARTS department store from the time it opened. After Harts closed she went on to work for Big Bear and later at Giant Eagle. Sandra enjoyed camping, cooking and exploring lighthouses. She loved all sports, but was an avid Ohio State fan.
On February 5, 1961 she married Ronald Perdew who preceded her in death on December 10, 2007.
Surviving is her son Terry Perdew, granddaughter Jalisha Hodge and great grandson Joey Chapman all of Marietta. Her dog and companion Max also survives.
In addition to her parents and husband, a sister Joyce Howard preceded Sandra in death in February of 2008.
Funeral services will be held on 11 am, Friday, July 2 at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home, with Pastor Dennis Frary officiating. Burial will follow in Tunnel Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 pm Thursday; the family will be present from 2-4 and 6-8 on Thursday.
Margaret "Marge" Rebecca Baumgardner Roose
Margaret "Marge" Rebecca Baumgardner Roose, age 101, passed away on Monday June 28,2010 in Marietta, Ohio.
Margaret was born on July 20, 1908 in Lancaster, Ohio to Rilla (Miller) and Fred Baumgardner. After graduation from Lancaster High School and Lancaster Business College, she was employed in the office of Alten's Foundry in Lancaster until her retirement. Marge was a lifelong member of First United Methodist church in Lancaster, Ohio. After making her home in Marietta, Marge was an active member of the O'Neill Senior Center RSVP volunteers. She greatly enjoyed her family, friends and pets.
In 1945 she married Robert Roose who preceded her in death in 1973. A sister, Mae Miller Federer and brother Philip Baumgardner also preceded her in death.
She is survived by a niece Bette Miller Starner and husband James, their daughter Jill Harry, and her 2 children Raeann Harry, and Rilla (Joseph) Cooper, and son Jeffrey (Liane) Starner and their daughter Esther Starner.
There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be Friday July 2, 2010 at 1 :00 PM at Forest Rose Cemetery, Lancaster, Ohio. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting with the arrangements.
Patricia Ann Perdue
Patricia Ann Perdue, 63, of Belpre, went to be with the Lord at 10:20 am on Sunday, June 13, 2010.
She was born on October 10, 1946, in Parkersburg, WV, a daughter of James and Dorothy Crouser Richards. She was a homemaker.
On January 8, 1977, she married Joseph Perdue who survives with 2 sons and 4 daughters: William Blackwell of Washington, WV, Joseph Perdue of Belpre, Charlotte Grady of Marietta, Jessica Holbert of Vienna, Martha Whitehair of Vienna, Amanda Hornbeck of Parkersburg, 16 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; 3 brothers and 2 sisters: Timothy, Larry and Howard Richards, Violet Marks and Jackie Jennings.
She was preceded in death by her parents, granddaughter Abigayle Hornbeck and 4 brothers.
Friends may call at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home on Wednesday, June 16th, from 4 until 8.
Juanita K. Davis
Juanita K. Hallett Davis, 90, of Maple Street, Marietta, passed away on Friday, June 11, 2010, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on April 26, 1920, in Lower Salem, OH, to Carl and Minnie Kimnach Hallett. She graduated from Lower Salem High School in 1937. Juanita opened a neighborhood grocery store on Maple Street in 1954 and closed in 1977. It was a great place to chat with neighbors and many friends.
After a previous marriage, on December 23, 1961, she married Tommie L. Davis, Sr., who preceded her in death on October 7, 1980.
Juanita is survived by 3 sons: Tommie Davis, Jr. (Lori) of Waverly, WV, Robert Hedrick (Pam) of Centerville, OH, C. Richard Hedrick (Sue) of Marietta and daughter, Janice Nichols of Marietta, step-daughter Debbie Brown (Jeff) of Marysville, OH, 8 grandchildren: Meredith and Greta Davis, Jennifer Nangle (Greg), Jeffrey Hedrick, Reed Hedrick, Mac Hedrick (Paula), Lori Rothlisberger and Lisa Hasley (Rex), 14 great grandchildren, and 6 great, great grandchildren. She is also survived by sisters, Mary Buchanan of Marietta, Wilma Leatherman of Eureka, IL, and a brother Jesse Hallett of Alliance, OH, sisters-in-law, Leora Twiggs and Gloria Arbaugh, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Pauline, Clarice, Vera and brother John.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday (June 16th) at 2:00 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Salem Township Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday beginning at 12:00 noon.
Dorothy Taggart Moore
Dorothy Taggart Moore, 83, of Jaycee Estates, Marietta, passed away on Thursday, June 10, 2010, at 4:00 pm at her home.
She was born on December 25, 1926, in Lorain, Ohio, to John and Hessie Taggart. She was a graduate of Lorain High School and was a life member of Marietta Beagle Club, bowled in the Ball and Chain Bowling League for many years, O’Neill Senior Center, and enjoyed working in her flower garden and embroidery.
On May 7, 1945, Dorothy married Herman Edward Moore who preceded her in death on December 24, 1988. She is survived by 1 son and 1 daughter, John Edward (Sandy) Moore of Parkersburg and Lois Jean (Ralph) McKnight of Marietta, granddaughter Jackie Benton, 2 step grandchildren: Byron Martin and Saren Gable: 4 great grandchildren, Abby, Autumn and Mayah Benton, Logan Gable. Also surviving are 2 sisters: Margaret Barnes of Bradenton, FL, and Helen Sogan of Lorain, OH and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and 4 brothers and 2 sisters.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday (June 16th) at 10:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:00 on Tuesday with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
Paul S. Spies
Paul S. Spies, 68, of Marietta, passed away at 1:30 am on Wednesday, June 9, 2010, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
He was born on August 1, 1941, in Marietta, a son of Gordon Paul and Betty J. Bules Spies. Paul was retired from the Marietta School System. He was a Methodist by faith. He graduated from Marietta High School with the class of 1959.
Paul is survived by 2 sisters: Melanie (Charles) Brandt of Marietta and Kathie (David) Lee of Fleming, his uncle David W. Bules of Arkansas, niece Charmel Wesel of Marietta, 2 nephews, Christopher Brandt of Utah and Chad Brandt of Marietta, several nieces and nephews, and his cats, Lexie and Mike.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held on Friday (June 11th) at 11:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Lloyd Westbrook officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday after 2:00 with family present from 2-4 and 6-8 and on Friday until the hour of the service.
Galen Aaron Porter
Galen Aaron Porter, 94, a resident of Glenwood since 2007, died on Saturday June 5, 2010.
Born in Burnettsville, Indiana on October 19, 1915. In high school, his
family moved to Gary, Indiana. While in high school, he submitted mechanical drawings to Purdue for competitions, and won several prizes. He graduated from Gary High School in 1933, with a city wide prize for chemistry.
He received a Rector Scholarship to DePauw University, from which he
graduated in 1937. He graduated from Purdue University in 1939 with a master of science in chemistry.
He joined Union Carbide Metals in Niagara Falls, NY as a research chemist. During World War II, he worked on the Manhattan Project. In the late 1950s, he was promoted to the position of Chief Chemist of Union Carbide Metals. He published several papers on various analytical methods on metals in numerous scientific journals, and was included in the directory American Men and Women of Science, 12th ed., 1973.
He and his wife enjoyed international travel. He played his last game of golf at the age of 91.
He is predeceased by wife Irene Neal Porter, and siblings Beatrice Davis,
Keith Porter, and Helen Terry, and his parents. He is survived by his
children Randall Porter and Gail (Ann) Bardhan, grandsons Matthew Porter, Jay Bardhan and Neil Bardhan, and extended family members Jennifer Trap and Jessi Potter.
There will be no services. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting the family with cremation arrangements.
James T. Wright
James T. Wright, 65, of Marietta, Ohio died at home on June 5, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born on November 27, 1944, the son of Cleta Wright Riley and Woodrow Wright.
James worked at WASCO Workshop since 2005. He enjoyed singing country music and spending time with his family at the Montgomery Group Home.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepsister, Virginia Register. James is survived by his stepsister Susan (Mike) Lipscomb of Cutler, Ohio.
Friends will be received at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home on Thursday, June 10th from 12:30 pm until the time of service at 1:15 pm. Interment will be in the Evergreen North Cemetery in Parkersburg, WV.
Marilyn L. Tullis
Marilyn L. Tullius, 73, of Harmar Place, formerly of Fleming, Ohio, passed away at 7:10 am on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, June 4, 2010, at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Delores Barth officiating. Entombment will follow at East Lawn Memorial Park.
Oran Allen Eddy
Oran Allen Eddy, 80, of Pleasant Ridge Road, Marietta, died on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at his home.
He was born on April 13, 1930, at Eddy’s Ridge, son of Milton and Katie (Knutty) Eddy. He graduated from Lawrence High School, Class of 1948. He attended Faith Bible Church in Williamstown. He worked for J. T. Hall for 7 years, Broughton’s Dairy for 13 years and retired from Cytec, Marietta plant. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge #429, Lebanon and was a long-time oil and gas producer.
On November 27, 1948, he married Wilda L. Martin who survives with 2 sons: Roger Eddy (Linda) and David Eddy (Machelle) and 1 daughter Deanna Williams (Herb) all of Marietta; 6 grandchildren: Jessica Lewis, Janelle Cooke, Jeremy Williams, Caleb Eddy, Cory Eddy and Jamie Eddy, 2 great grandchildren: Josie Hooper and Mitchell Cooke. Also surviving are sister Goldie Long, brother Stanley Eddy (Ruth), sisters-in-law, Janie Eddy, Helen Eddy, Roxie Eddy and brother-in-law Alfred Westbrook, several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Harold, Marvel, Karl, Dean, Virgil, and Russell, sister Glenda Westbrook, brothers-in-law Gerald Martin and Dale Martin.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday (June 8th) at 11:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Pastor Steve DeLay officiating. Burial will be in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2:00 on Monday.
Earl L. Jones
Earl L. Jones, 61, of New Matamoras, passed away at his home at 6:20 am on Friday, June 4, 2010.
He was born on December 26, 1948, in New Matamoras a son Lester Eddison Jones and Violet Mildred Fry Jones. Earl was employed at #4 Coal Mine at Clarington.
On February 27, 1970, he married Phyllis Jean McCormick who survives with 2 sons: Raymond Earl Jones of Parkersburg and Samuel Wesley (Rhonda) Jones of Glenmont, OH, 4 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter and 1 brother, Charles Lester (Joyce) Jones of Marietta.
He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter Mary Elizabeth Jones.
Memorial services will be held on Tuesday (June 8th) at 6:00 pm at Center Valley Baptist Church on St. Route 7, next to Frontier High School. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to the family or American Heart Association.
Ethel Louise Pritchett
Ethel Louise Pritchett, 81, of Marietta, passed away at 1:40 am on Wednesday, June 2, 2010, at Marietta Center.
She was born on April 5, 1929, in Flushing, Ohio, a daughter of Brady and Mary McDonald Lightfritz. She was a member of Yankeeburg Church and had worked at the New System Bakery. When she married she became a homemaker to raise her family. She enjoyed gardening, flowers and her grandchildren and was a foster parent.
Ethel married Eli Pritchett who preceded her in death on December 24, 1994. She is survived by her children: David (Linda) Pritchett of Marietta, Susan (George) Root of Marietta and Roger (Marsha) Pritchett of Whipple; grandchildren: Brad, Todd and Larry Pritchett, Angela Worstell, Scott Worstell, Kristi Pritchett Smith, Eric Pritchett, Adam Pritchett, Tasha Pritchett Snider, 14 great grandchildren and sister Midge Hines of Flushing, OH.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Henry Pritchett, grandson Christopher Pritchett, a great grandson, 5 sisters and 4 brothers.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday (June 5th) at 11:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Barker Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday after 2:00 pm.
Gene B. Barth
Gene B. Barth 71, of Lowell, went home to be with his Heavenly Father surrounded by his loving family on Monday, May 31, 2010, at his home.
He was born on February 4, 1939, at Unionville (Washington County) a son of Barnum S. and Hilda E. Seyler Barth. Gene was a mechanic all his life and could fix anything. He also enjoyed camping, tractor pulling, farming and most of all spending time with his family.
On December 29, 1962, he married Sandra L. Dearth who survives with children: Colleen D. Barth (Jeffrey) Tennant of Thornville, OH, Christy D. Barth (Ricky) Hockenberry of Lowell, Chad D. (Mendy) Barth of Marietta, Craig D. (Melissa) Barth of Lowell, Curt D. (Janet) Barth of Lowell; grandchildren: Joshua M. (Stacey Sims) Mugrage, Jarrod M. Mugrage, Samuel L. Tennant, Nicholas H. Tennant, Trey F. Brown, Anna M.(Wayne Guckert) Hockenberry, Aaron M. Hockenberry, Douglas E. Barth, Janelle E. Barth, Kaci A. Barth, Kelsie D. Barth, Kassidie B. Barth, C. Darien Barth II, Kylie S. Barth, Dylan J. Barth, Kaylie S. Barth, Mitchel D. Barth, Jacey E. Barth. Also surviving are his special aunt Sophia Winters, brothers; Paul (Margaret) Barth, Robert Barth and Leroy Barth, sister Joan Barth, and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son Gene A. Barth, and infant granddaughter Karissa J. Barth.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 3rd, at 2:00 pm at Souls Harbor Baptist Church with Pastor Robert Hughes officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call at McClure-Schafer-Lankford beginning at 2:00 pm on Wednesday with family present from 2–4 and 6-8 and at the church on Thursday beginning at 12:30. .
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Hospice, O’Neill Center Adult Day Care, or Washington County Sheriff’s Office Project Lifesaver.
John D. Hoffman
John D. Hoffman of Columbus passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2010, at St. Ann’s Hospital in Columbus.
He was born on March 13, 1916, in Wade, Ohio, to Maude L. (Springer) and Oran D. Hoffman. He was a veteran of World War II and a licensed pilot. He had been employed by Curtiss-Wright, North American Aviation, North American Rockwell and retired from Rockwell International (Boeing). He was also a member of the NRA.
John is survived by daughters: Susan (Craig) Tice of Galena and Merryl (Mick) Walker of Lafayette, TN; grandson Brian Dill of Columbus and sister-in-law Louise “Honey” Potts of Sardis.
He was preceded in death by his wife Sylvia Hedinger Hoffman in 1993, parents and stepfather Edward Workmaster, sisters: Mary Lauer, Helen Pfaff and Carol Hoffman, and 2 infant brothers.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 2nd, at 2:00 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with interment in Newport Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home 2 hours before the service on Wednesday.
Berten “Ed” Hendrickson
Berten “Ed” Hendrickson, 81, of Marietta went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, May 28, 2010, at 1:40 pm.
He was born on November 23, 1928, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a son of George Berten Hendrickson and Juanita Almond Hendrickson. Ed was retired from Union Carbide Metals. He was a veteran of WWII and Korea serving in the U. S. Army. He was a member of Williams Creek Baptist Church, Gideons and American Legion Post 64.
On February 27, 1950, Ed married Luella Soard who survives with 1 son, Daniel Hendrickson, and 1 daughter, Marlene Moening, both of Marietta, 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 2 daughters-in-law: Brenda Sparks Hendrickson and Karen Worstell Hendrickson and sister, Susan Dearborn of Waterford.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sons, Michael and Jeffry Hendrickson, brother, Richard Hendrickson and sister, Barbara Morehead.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, June 2nd, at 10:00 am at Williams Creek Baptist Church with Pastor Michael S. Horner officiating. Burial will be in Gravel Bank Cemetery. Friends may call at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home on Tuesday after 2:00 pm with family present from 2-4 and 6-8 and at the church one hour before the service. .
Memorial contributions are requested to Marietta Home Health & Hospice, 210 N. Seventh Street, Suite 400, Marietta, OH 45750 or the Williams Creek Baptist Church, 681 Access Road, Williamstown, WV 26187.
Violet L. Hall
Violet Laverne Hall, 70, of Caldwell, passed away 12:37 am, Friday, May 28, 2010 at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born February 13, 1940 in Barlow to Clarence “Toad” Kuhn and Iola “Debbie” Johnson Kuhn. Violet had been employed at the Caldwell Senior Citizen’s Center. Violet always enjoyed collecting angels and helping others. She will be greatly missed.
Surviving is her loving friend Harry Hall with children Harry “George” Hall, Jr. (Linda) of Wingett Run, Merle “Oat” Hall (Sue) of Marietta, Larry Hall (April) Sarahville, OH, Laura Hall (Garnett Hill) of Ocala, FL, and Linda Starr (Sam) of Jefferson, OH. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Brothers Earl “Hank” Kuhn (Betty) of Marr, and Arlen Kuhn (Linda) of Barnesville and sisters Helen Mellott (Skip) of Bethesda and Connie Ruckman (Gene Rowe) of West Union, WV also survive.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a brother Lonnie “Pud” Kuhn and sisters Rosemary Kuhn and Marjorie Hall.
Funeral services will be held 10 am Tuesday June 1st at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Pastor Gale Lauderman officiating. Burial will follow in Creighton Ridge Cemetery. Friends may call from 4 pm Sunday until the hour of service; family will greet friends from 4 to 8 on Sunday and 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 on Monday.
Bernetta Y. “Nettie” Dotson
Bernetta Y. “Nettie” Dotson, 79, of Marietta went to be with her Lord at 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 27, 2010, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on October 26, 1930, in Noble County, Ohio, to Tony and Mary Weir Cleveland. She was a member of Church of Christ and retired from Odd Lots.
Nettie is survived by 3 sons: Michael (Kathy) Dotson of Williamstown, Timothy Dotson of Chillicothe and James Dotson of Belpre; 5 grandchildren: Amy Crawford, James, Michael and Brooks Connor, and Lee Ann Dotson; 2 great grandchildren: Madison and Caitlin Crawford.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Jeffery Guy Dotson, 3 brothers: Bernard, Harlan and Don Cleveland; 4 sisters: Edna Brown, Helen Miller, Doris Cleveland, and Nancy Joyce.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday (May 30th) at 2:00 at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Reverend Keith Kapple officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 2:00 with family present from 2-4 and 6-8. At her request, she will be cremated.
Jon David Ellis
Jon David Ellis, 64, of Marietta, passed away at 3:20 pm on Friday, May 21, 2010, at his home.
He was born on August 19, 1945, in Watertown, Ohio, a son of Wilbur and Mary Jane Wynn Ellis. He loved music, playing ball and enjoyed animals and taking rides.
Jon is survived by 3 brothers and 2 sisters: Larry (Iris) Ellis of Fleming, Terry (Rosa Marie) Ellis of Waterford, Gale (Carolyn) Ellis of Marietta, Nina (Marvin) Edmondson of Calera, AL, and Jane Ellis of Marietta.
He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother.
Private funeral services will be held for family members at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Watertown Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday after 2:00 pm with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
Memorial contributions in Jon’s memory are requested to ARC of Washington County, Humane Society of the Ohio Valley or a charity of donor’s choice.
Donna Jean Hartshorn
Donna Jean Hartshorn, 57, of Marietta, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2010, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on October 2, 1952, in Marietta a daughter of the late Jesse James Stull and Shirley Rumbold Stull of Marietta.
Donna is survived by her mother, brother Delbert (Debie) Stull of Marietta, sister Valery Townsend of Ripley, WV, and Aunt Karen “Susie” Rumbold of Marietta.
She was preceded in death by her father, son Frankie Stull, sister Vickie Haynie.
Funeral services will be held on Monday (May 24th) at 1:30 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Grandview Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday beginning at 10:00 am.
Betty Jean Schau
Betty Jean Abicht Schau, 84, of Marietta passed away on Friday, May 21, 2010, at the residence of David and Gloria Simpson with whom she made her home.
She was born on May 2, 1926, in Marietta a daughter of Carl Abicht and Bernice Dixon Abicht. Jean was a homemaker.
On July 5, 1944, she married Lester Schau who preceded her in death in July, 1996. She is survived by her 2 sons: Rick (Linda) Schau of Wakeman, OH and Kevin (and fiancee Tina Harlow) Schau of Norwalk, OH, 4 grandchildren, Lisa (Ed) Griffiths, Amy (Jim) Kelly, Kevin Schau,Jr. and Nicole Schau, 3 great grandchildren: Jackson, Molly, Madison, and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by special friend Jim Simpson, brother Denver Abicht and sister Clara Montagnese.
Private memorial services will be held at the convenience of her family.
Ralph E. Hutcheson
Ralph E. Hutcheson, 91, of Marietta, passed away at 1:15 pm on Tuesday, May 18, 2010, at his home.
He was born on October 19, 1918, in Marietta a son of the late John S. and Elizabeth Gibson Hutcheson. Ralph was a graduate of Marietta High School, Class of 1936 and earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Marietta College in 1940. He served in the U. S. Army from 1942 until 1946 and was involved in the invasion at Normandy with an Engineer Company who followed the invasion troops to Germany. He served in the Army Reserves for 20 years. He was employed for 37 years as a chemist for American Cynamide. Ralph was a life member of Christ United Methodist Church and loved going to church work camps and teaching young people carpenter skills. He and his wife attended 8 work camp experiences after his retirement. Ralph was a member of Marietta Civitan Club, Harmar Lodge 390, 3 York Rite Bodies, American Legion and Retired Army Officers organization.
Ralph was first married to Alice Jennings Hutcheson who preceded him in death in 1974. He was then married to Eileen LaDeaux Lukens Hutcheson who survives with children: Joseph E. Lukens and wife Laurie of Lisle, IL, Lois E. Lukens and husband Richard Child of Racine, WI; grandchildren: Flip Lukens and wife Pamela of Spring Hill, TN, Michelle Lukens Cochran and husband Matt of Greensburg, IN, Lucas Child of Palm Beach Gardens, FL and 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by nieces and nephews: Ann Mullen, Dan Archer and Nancy Russell of Marietta, Jane Mooney of Fort Worth, TX, Sally Newell of Hatteras, NC and Bill Archer of Batavia, OH; cousins: June Wagner of Beverly, Jack Gibson of Gloucester, Mass., Bill Hutcheson of Cincinnati and Jim Gibson of Fleming.
Ralph was a loving person: a husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and was loved by all. He taught and guided all of us on our journeys by sharing his own. The family would like to give special thanks and prayers for Brenda Norton and Hospice of Marietta.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday (May 22nd) at 11:00 am at Christ United Methodist Church with Reverend Don Archer officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home on Friday after 2:00 pm with family present from 2-4 and 6-8 and at the church 1 hour before the service.
Memorial contributions in Ralph’s memory are requested to: Christ United Methodist Church, Work Camp Programs, 301 Wooster Street, Marietta, OH 45750.
Barbara A. Cobb
Barbara A. Cobb, 67, of Waterford, passed away at 7:20 pm on Thursday, May 13, 2010, at Muskingum Valley Nursing and Rehab Center in Beverly.
She was born on March 25, 1943, a daughter of Esther May Thomas. Barbara was a nurse assistant.
She married John Cobb who survives with 1 son and 2 daughters: Shawn Farnsworth of Macksburg, Jacqueline Starkey of Marietta, Michelle (Richard) McAtee of Waterford; 14 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren on the way. Also surviving are 1 brother and 1 sister: Richard Farnsworth and Helen Farnsworth.
She was preceded in death by her mother, son John Cobb, 1 brother and 2 sisters.
Funeral services will be held on Monday (May 17th) at 1:00 pm at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial in Newport Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 2:00 pm on Sunday with family present from 2-4 and 6-8.
Robert “Bob” Lewis Binegar
Robert “Bob” Lewis Binegar of Marietta passed away at 11:03 am on Thursday, May 13, 2010, at Riverside Hospital in Columbus.
He was born on October 10, 1961, in Marietta, a son of Delbert L. and Julia D. Lightfritz Binegar. Bob was a graduate of Marietta High School, Class of 1980, and was employed at Kroger in customer service. He also had worked for Giant Eagle and Wasco Workshop. He was a member of Northside Baptist Church in North Carolina and enjoyed gardening, singing, and making people feel special.
Bob is survived by his life time partner Cheryl June Ollom, daughters, Julia and Lexi of the home, brothers, Chester (Debbie) Binegar, Edward (Angie) Binegar all of Marietta, sisters, Sandra (Tom) Smith of Whiteman, WV, and Angie (Rick) Ward of Marietta, several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, Elmer and Marjorie Lane Binegar and Brady and Mary Lightfritz, brother Wayne Binegar and sister Teresa McMahan.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday (May 18th) at 11:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Thibault officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday after 3:00 with family present from 3-5 and 7-9.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be given to the children and sent to them in care of McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home, 314 Fourth Street, Marietta.
Melissa (Missie) D. Cornell
Melissa (Missie) D. Cornell suffered an untimely passing on May 12th, 2010 due to a bicycling accident.
She was born on Jan. 12th, 1980 in Parkersburg, WV to the late Fred and Debra Vandale.
She was a very kind hearted person, who was always willing to help people out. She was a dedicated wife and mother. She loved her family very much.
It is sad that she was taken from her family and friends so early in life. She is sadly missed by all that knew and loved her. She will live on in our memories. Missie, we will always remember you.
She is survived by her husband Matthew Cornell of Marietta, Ohio. Her two children: Catherine Sayre and Kevin Heiss, her sister Priscilla (David) Boyles of Northwood, Ohio and her brother-in-law: Thomas Cornell. Along with many other special friends and family.
Memorial services will be held at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home 314 4th St. Marietta, OH at 11 am on Monday May 17th with visitation starting at 10 am.
She will be interred with her father, Fred Vandale who preceded her in death, at East Lawn Memorial Park in Reno, Ohio.
Missie, we will always love and remember you for all time.
Eva Mae Nestor
Eva Mae Nestor, Williamstown, WV, passed away peacefully May 12, 2010 at the Arbors of Marietta.
She was born January 2, 1924, in Weston, WV, a daughter of the late Asa and Blanche Skinner Fisher. She attended Weston High School and was a homemaker. She was a member of Murphy's Creek Baptist Church, Weston, WV.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, William Robert (Bob) and Barbara Nestor, Williamstown; two grandchildren, Michael (Stacey) Nestor, Hedgesville, WV, and Lisa (Richard) Fluharty, Chesterfield, VA; three great-grandchildren, Elle Maddox, Hedgesville, WV, Maggie and Connor Fluharty, Chesterfield, VA; four nieces and eight nephews; and many great nieces and great nephews. She is also survived by three sisters-in-law, Ethel Haught, Uniontown, PA; Vyolet Dils, Smithfield, PA; and Hattie Mays, Winfield, WV.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Nestor, Jr., and two brothers, Troy and Donavan Fisher.
At Eva's request there will be no visitation. Graveside services will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 15th at Riverview Cemetery, Williamstown, with Rev. Dr. T. Patrick Kerr officiating. McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Memorials may be made to Wayside United Methodist Church Building Fund, 3001 Grand Central Avenue, Vienna, WV 26105.
Gerald E. Green
Gerald E. Green, 57, of Marietta passed away 2:45 am May 12, 2010 at his home after an 8 month battle with lung & brain cancer.
He was born September 21, 1952 in Fairmont, WV to Winford and Edith Ruth (Cook) Green. Gerald had been employed as a kitchen manager at the Town House Restaurant. He was a member of the Marietta Moose Lodge & enjoyed working around his home. He was a loving Husband, Father & Grandfather.
On October 30, 1970 he married Betty Baker who survives with daughters Serena Lindsey (Andrew Erb) and Fantasy Green (Michael Doak) both of Marietta. Also surviving are grandchildren Mathew and Shanda Erb of the home, Miracle Green and Laikyen Doak, sister Phyllis Parrish of St. Louis, OH and several nieces & nephews.
In addition to his parents, Gerald, was preceded in death by a son Jeremy Green & brother Russell Burkhammer.
Funeral services will be held 11 am Friday, May 14th at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home. Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 am Friday morning. At his request he will be cremated following the services. Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the funeral home.
Donavan J. Bailey
Donavan J. Bailey, 89, of Waverly, WV, passed away at 9:38 pm on Tuesday, May 11, 2010, at Salem Care and Rehab Center in Salem, WV.
He was born on September 6, 1920, in Minnora, WV, a son of Samuel and Rose Nell States Bailey. He was a veteran of WWII, serving most of the time as a surgical technician. He received both a Bronze Star and Silver Star.
Donavan is survived by 1 brother and 1 sister, William Bailey and Rose Nell Lemley both of Stockport and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 10:00 am at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home with burial at 1:30 pm at Minnora Cemetery at Prudence Chapel, WV. Visitation will be at the funeral home beginning on Friday at 4:00 pm.
Paul E. Rowland
Paul E. Rowland, 73, of Brunswick, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 7, 2010, at his farm in Palmer Township, Washington County, doing what he loved.
He was born on December 27, 1936, in Stockport, Ohio, a son of Delbert and Mabel Pugh Rowland. Paul was employed at Alcoa retiring in 1998. He was a member of UAW Local 1050, and graduated from Stockport High School, Class of 1954.
Paul is survived by his wife, Rita Kathleen Miller Rowland and their 3 daughters: Kristie (David) Brandow of Medina, Lisa (Bob) Zigmund of Dublin, and Debbie Rowland and her friend Chris Rogers of Merrimack, NH; 4 grandsons: Jeff, Mike and Dan Brandow and Tom Zigmund, and one granddaughter Haylee Zigmund. He is also survived by his brother Wayne (Shirley) Rowland, sister Alice (Bert) Sands, sister-in-law Faye Bachelor and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Lee Rowland.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday (May 11th) at 11:00 am at Dale Cemetery followed by a Picnic at the family farm. Friends may call at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home on Monday from 4:00 until 7:00. Memorial contributions are requested in Paul’s memory to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Shirley Rummer
Shirley Ruth Rummer, 72, of Devola, passed away at 10:00 am on Thursday, May 6, 2010, at Marietta Memorial Hospital.
She was born on September 22, 1937, in Marietta, a daughter of William and Grace (Wiggins) Morris. Shirley was a graduate of Marietta High School, Class of 1955. She had work at Dravo before being employed by The Department of Agriculture Stabilization and Conservation Service in Washington County before becoming Executive Director in Noble County. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
On October 14, 1955, Shirley married Charles William “Bill” Rummer who survives with their son, Keith Alan Rummer and his wife Kate Yearout Rummer of Cincinnati, OH and 2 grandchildren, Caroline and Carter Rummer.
She was preceded in death by her parents, infant daughter Melissa Jaye Rummer and 3 brothers.
Friends may call at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home on Saturday (May 8th) from 2 until 4.
J. R. (Jack) Nolen
J. R. (Jack) Nolen, of Punta Gorda, Fl. and Marietta, Oh died after his battle with brain cancer at the Tidewell Hospice House on April 26, 2010 in Punta Gorda, FL with his wife Jean and sister Maebell by his side.
Mr. Nolen attended the Cleveland United Methodist Church in Punta Gorda, FL. He was born December 28, 1934 in Cook County, Ga., and the son of Guy Hayward & Minnie Owens Nolen. His father and stepmother Hattie Jane Nichols raised him. He served in the U.S. Army and retired in 1995 from Marietta Memorial Hospital after 33 years of service. la Marietta he belonged to the BPOE #477, Fraternal Order of Eagles #458, and Moose Lodge #1 823. He served as State Trustee for the Ohio Fraternal Order of Eagles; Worthy President 3 times and as trustee for 1 8 years at the local Eagles, and as a First Ward Councilman for the city of Marietta. He owned the Barge Inn.
He is survived by his wife Jean Jeffers Nolen, whom he married June 27, 1953; daughters Jan Tabor and her husband Roger of Marietta, Sabrina Kerhin and her husband Tom of Richfield, Oh, sons J.R. Nolen, Jr. and wife Tina of Springfield, VA, and Don Nolen and Shawn of Baton Rouge, LA. Three grandsons Scott Britton and Nina of Cincinnati, OH and Ash Britton and Amanda of Pickerington, OH and Jared Nolen, of Springfield, VA and great grandson Kaiden, Brother Hayward Hubert Nolen of Mineral Wells, TX, and sisters Willie and Inez West, Powder Springs, GA, Mike and Sandra White, Alpharetta, GA, Maebell Fletcher, Tifton, GA, Loyce Dunn, Deatsville, AL, sister-in-law Mrs. Ellis Nolen, of Omega, GA , and Mrs. Troy McWhorter of Dothan, AL.
He was preceded in death by his father and mother and stepmother, one Grandson, Nathan Nolen, three brother's Wilburn Nolen, Ellis Nolen, Jefferson Nolen, Troy McWhorter and sister Barbara Nolen Thrift and brother-in-laws Bobby Thrift and Hollis Fletcher.
Funeral services will be held 11 am Monday, May 10th at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral home, Marietta, presided over by his brother Rev. Hayward Hubert Nolen. Burial will follow in Valley Cemetery. . Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 pm Saturday, the family will be present from 3 to 7 on Saturday and Sunday.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Tidewell Hospice, 5955 Rand Blvd., Sarasota, FL 34238.
